This is the Victoria chapter from Lonely Planet's Cycling Australia guidebook.

Look at Victoria through the spinning wheel of a bicycle, and what you'll see is paradise. Taking in one of the world's most spectacular coastlines and a High Country that rivals the European Alps, the Great Ocean and Great Alpine Roads lure visitors by the millions with their natural marvels.

• maps
• set your pace to the wave-against-rock rhythm in Port Campbell National Park on the Great Ocean Road
• breathe that deep sigh of relief when you crest the climb to Mt Hotham
• roll into a historic gold-rush town like Maldon and trying to imagine it in its heyday
• transport and accommodation

Coverage includes: Planning, Getting to/from the Ride, Supplies & Equipment, Towns & Facilities, Central Gold & Spa Country, The Grampians, The Great Ocean Road, Riches of the Northeast, Across the High Country, Apollo Bay, Melbourne.