Originally Posted by jtkauai
I would not compare GOR with Calif. coast, as GOR is completely unique and fantastic, and I wouldn't want to give impression that if you've seen one you needn't see other. As I'd said on another post, I'd suggest only going as far as 12 Apostles, unless going on much further towards Adelaide, as driving times are long, and the drive until there is IMHO by far the best part.
Not comparing PCH as GOR as like for like more the experience of a new vista around every bend, although less traffic on the GOR when we did it. We enjoyed our stopovers at Apollo Bay and Port Fairy. The latter has a fascinating history and some great walks. We decided the drive from PF to Adelaide would not be interesting so returned to MEL on the highway which only took 3 hours or so.