Khasab to Ras al KhaimahThis may come as a surprise, but Oman has some of the finest driving roads on this continent. The region is not only mountainous but also on the coast, and features long ribbons of race-track smooth tarmac. The roads are unpredictable and leave no room for error, with large boulders strewn in along the way, which only adds to the challenge. The 90-km stretch from Khasab to Ras al Khaimah is particularly beautiful as it hugs the fjords along the Omani coast, and has the sea on one side and a sheer cliff on the other Image by Saleh Alrashaid / Getty Images
Transfagarasan HighwayMany associate Romania with Count Dracula, but to us, it is the home of the fantastic Transfagarasan. This 90-km stretch of tarmac winds its way through the mountains, and was originally built as a military route. Today it joins the regions of Transylvania and Wallachia and traverses some of Romania’s tallest peaks. The road’s collection of tunnels, viaducts and endlessly varying corners of different camber and elevation make this drive a fitting addition to your bucket list Image by Oleg Kozlov / Alamy
