The Art of the Slow Road Trip: Routes, Rituals & Roadside Gems

In a world obsessed with speed and productivity, the slow road trip stands as an act of freedom. It's a choice to notice, to pause, and to allow the journey to shape you as much as the destination. At Unearth Style Co., this is how we travel—not to escape life, but to meet it more fully.

Whether you're in a van, car, or even on a motorbike, slow road travel lets you sync with the rhythms of the land. Here are some of our most loved routes and rituals that reflect our brand’s passion for simple, soulful adventure.

 

Top Slow Routes in Australia:

 

Great Ocean Road (VIC): Yes, it’s iconic—but only if you take your time. Skip the tour buses and spend a full week meandering through sleepy surf towns like Aireys Inlet or Port Campbell. Sunrise over the cliffs, fish and chips in Lorne, and sunset journaling on the sand—that’s the Unearth Style Co. way.

 

The Waterfall Way (NSW): This lush inland route winds through ancient rainforests and mist-shrouded ridges. With waterfalls like Ebor and Wollomombi waiting around nearly every bend, it’s a drive that demands you stop and simply breathe. Slow down, get wet, and journal the sensory beauty of it all.

 

Southern Forests (WA): Drive through towering karri tree canopies, lose phone reception, and gain clarity. Camp beside rivers, sip earthy local wine under string lights, and wander without itinerary.

Rituals We Live By on the Road:

• Sunrise brews: Start the day brewing coffee on a camp stove with bare feet and mist still hanging in the air.

• Golden hour pullovers: When the light hits right—pull over. Take a photo or just take it in.

• Intuitive playlists: Let the mood of the road pick your soundtrack. Old blues, soft folk, or silence—let it flow.

• Reflection stops: Use our Unearth travel journal to document feelings, not just places. Questions like “What did today teach me?” keep the journey soulful.

Unearth These Roadside Gems:

• Berry Donut Van (NSW): An old-school delight worth a detour. Grab a sugar-dusted donut and eat it on the hood of your car.

• Bruny Island Cheese Co. (TAS): If your road trip takes you to Tasmania, make time for handmade cheese and local beer here.

• Silo Art Trail (VIC): These massive murals turn ordinary farm towns into emotional waypoints—perfect photo stops.

 

Slow travel isn’t just a trend—it’s a return. To awareness. To stillness. To beauty. Share your rituals and roadside treasures by tagging @unearthstyleco. Your story might inspire our next guide, product, or playlist.