10-Day England Road Trip from London to Worcester, Kendal, and Sheffield

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Duration
10 days & 9 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
9 nights included
Car rental
10 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 10-day road trip through England.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in England. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 6 nights in London, 1 night in Worcester, 1 night in Kendal, and 1 night in Sheffield, experiencing the ultimate road trip in England. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in London, Worcester, Kendal, and Sheffield. We'll help you experience the best 10 days in England you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in London, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in England, including the stunning British Museum and Tower Bridge.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We've handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in England. From the magnificent London Eye to the breathtaking Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Trafalgar Square and learn more about the unique Tower of London to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through London, Worcester, Kendal, and Sheffield, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of England. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in England.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in England. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through England.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in England.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything England has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of England. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 9 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 9 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in England extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in England fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in England today!

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Included

Hotel, 9 nights
Rental car, 10 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

London, England - Panoramic skyline view of Bank and Canary Wharf, central London's leading financial districts with famous skyscrapers at golden hour sunset with blue sky and clouds.London / 6 nights
Bath - city in United KingdomBath
York
Photo of aerial view of Salisbury cathedral in the spring morning, England.Salisbury
Photo of Worcester Cathedral and the River Severn, Worcester, Worcestershire, England.Worcester / 1 night
Photo of aerial view of Kendal in Lake District, a region and national park in Cumbria in northwest England, UK.Kendal / 1 night
Sheffield - city in United KingdomSheffield / 1 night

Map

Attractions

Photo of beautiful shot of London Eye and River Thames ,London, UK.London Eye
Photo of Buckingham Palace in London, United Kingdom.Buckingham Palace
The British MuseumBritish Museum
Tower BridgeTower Bridge
Photo of beautiful landscape around Hyde Park, London, United Kingdom.Hyde Park
Trafalgar SquareTrafalgar Square
Tower of London, London Borough of Tower Hamlets, London, Greater London, England, United KingdomTower of London
The Making of Harry Potter Warner Brothers Studio Tour London, Leavesden, UK: The main entrance signWarner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
Photo of Borough Market, London, UK.Borough Market
Madame Tussauds LondonMadame Tussauds London
Photo of Science Museum, London, United Kingdom.Science Museum
Stonehenge at sunset in England.Stonehenge
Photo of Victoria and Albert Museum, London, England.Victoria and Albert Museum
St James's ParkSt James's Park
Big Ben
Photo of aerial view of Windsor Castle that was built in the 11th Century and is the residence of the British Royal Family, UK.Windsor Castle
Photo of Iconic London Tower Bridge on the Thames River, UK.London Bridge
Photo of Peaceful scenery with fountain in regent's park of London, UK.Regent's Park
Photo of Kew Royal Botanic Gardens, Richmond, UK.Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Lake District National Park, Lakes, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United KingdomLake District National Park
Photo of Royal Albert Hall in London, England.Royal Albert Hall
Peak District National ParkPeak District National Park
Historical roman bathes in Bath city, England.Roman Baths
Historic steam locomotives and coaches in the National Railway Museum, York.National Railway Museum
Chatsworth House in the Peak District, England.Chatsworth House
Tebay Services (Southbound)
Photo of aerial view of the Blackpool Tower with the Central pier in the background located in Blackpool, UK.The Blackpool Tower
The Palace, the residence of the dukes of Marlborough, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Blenheim Palace
Photo of pink flamingos at Blackpool zoo, UK.Blackpool Zoo
Blenheim Park, Blenheim, West Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire, South East England, England, United KingdomBlenheim Park
Photo of the Italian gardens at Trentham in Staffordshire, UK.Trentham Gardens
Photo of narrow boat moored at the river Gade, Grand Union Canal. The Grove Bridge aka Grove Ornamental Bridge No 164 is in the background in Cassiobury Park, Watford, England.Cassiobury Park
Photo of Vintage house in Royal Victoria Park, Bath ,UK.Royal Victoria Park, Bath
Photo of the Pulteney Bridge on River Avon in Bath, England.Pulteney Bridge
Trentham Gardens, Swynnerton, Stafford, Staffordshire, West Midlands, England, United KingdomTrentham Gardens
The Long Walk, Windsor and Maidenhead, South East England, England, United KingdomThe Long Walk

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 10

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Rooms

1 traveler1 room
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Car
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Car

Small car

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Medium car

Medium car

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Day 1 – London - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – London - arrival day

  • London - Arrival day
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  • Trafalgar Square
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London has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Trafalgar Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 108,072 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

London also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of London is Scarfes Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 883 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of London is The Connaught Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in England!

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Experiences

Day 2 – London

Day 2

Day 2 – London

  • London
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Drive 16 km, 1 hour 5 min

  • Tower of London
  • Tower Bridge
  • Borough Market
  • London Bridge
  • British Museum
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You still have 5 nights left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Tower of London. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,741,126 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 86,613 visitors.

Tower Bridge is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 129,394 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Borough Market. This amazing attraction is a building and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 73,097 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding London Bridge. This road bridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 42,254 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic British Museum. This national museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 131,855 visitors. British Museum hosts around 5,906,716 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in England to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of London, like Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

Hawksmoor Air Street is another of the best restaurant options in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,216 customers.

Locals enjoy Bill's Soho Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of London. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,178 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, Hawksmoor Seven Dials. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!

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Day 3 – London

Day 3

Day 3 – London

  • London
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Drive 31 km, 1 hour 25 min

  • Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
  • Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Buckingham Palace
  • Big Ben
  • London Eye
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You still have 4 nights left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. This incredible attraction is a non-departmental public body and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 39,723 visitors.

Buckingham Palace is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,150 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Big Ben. This amazing attraction is a cultural icon and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 49,306 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding London Eye. This ferris wheel and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,722 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in England to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of London, like Hawksmoor Seven Dials. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 customers.

The Red Lion, Parliament Street is another of the best restaurant options in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

Locals enjoy Cahoots London, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of London. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, The Ivy. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!

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Day 4 – London

Day 4

Day 4 – London

  • London
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Drive 15 km, 1 hour 4 min

  • Regent's Park
  • Madame Tussauds London
  • Hyde Park
  • Royal Albert Hall
  • Science Museum
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You still have 3 nights left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Regent's Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 39,840 visitors.

Madame Tussauds London is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 62,036 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Hyde Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,540 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Royal Albert Hall. This concert hall and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 31,525 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Science Museum. This science museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 57,170 visitors. Science Museum hosts around 2,989,000 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in England to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of London, like The Ivy. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, The Old Bank of England. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,562 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!

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Day 5 – Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead and London

Day 5

Day 5 – Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead and London

  • London
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Drive 225 km, 3 hours 53 min

  • The Long Walk
  • Windsor Castle
  • Blenheim Palace
  • Blenheim Park
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At the end of the day, you'll drive back to London, where you'll stay for 2 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations is Blenheim Palace. This amazing attraction is a house museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,416 visitors.

You can also make your new day in England more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of England’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of London.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Rules. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,824 customers.

Berners Tavern is one of the top restaurants in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,817 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of London!

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Day 6 – Wiltshire, Bath, and Worcester

Day 6

Day 6 – Wiltshire, Bath, and Worcester

  • Bath
  • Salisbury
  • Worcester
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Drive 312 km, 4 hours 33 min

  • Stonehenge
  • Roman Baths
  • Pulteney Bridge
  • Royal Victoria Park, Bath
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Stonehenge. This attraction is a tourist attraction and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 50,355 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in London is another excellent way to spend your new day in England. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of England’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to England’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of England’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Roman Baths for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a thermae and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,897 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Pulteney Bridge. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,674 visitors, this road bridge deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Royal Victoria Park, Bath. This attraction, a stunning botanical garden, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,476 travelers.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Worcester.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Slug & Lettuce Worcester, one of the best restaurants in the city of Worcester. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,832 customers.

Locals also recommend The King Charles House as one of the best restaurants in the city of Worcester. The King Charles House is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 876 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Worcester is Browns at the Quay. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 959 customers.

After dinner, visit Oil Basin Brew House, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Worcester. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through England!

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Day 7 – Blackpool and Kendal

Day 7

Day 7 – Blackpool and Kendal

  • Kendal
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Drive 341 km, 4 hours 11 min

  • Trentham Gardens
  • Trentham Gardens
  • Blackpool Zoo
  • The Blackpool Tower
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Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Worcester and embark on a scenic drive to Kendal, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Worcester and Staffordshire before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Worcester. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Worcester Cathedral. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,994 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Worcester Woods Country Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,200 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Worcester is the stunning Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 511 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Trentham Gardens. This attraction is an estate that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,880 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Staffordshire, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Kendal. When you arrive in Kendal you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in England, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 8 – York and Sheffield

Day 8

Day 8 – York and Sheffield

  • York
  • Kendal
  • Sheffield
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Drive 328 km, 4 hours 51 min

  • Lake District National Park
  • Tebay Services (Southbound)
  • National Railway Museum
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You’ll stay in Sheffield for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Lake District National Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 39,377 visitors.

Around 19,327 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of England, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in England. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to National Railway Museum for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a railway museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,533 visitors. Approximately 807,591 people visit York every year to see the fantastic National Railway Museum.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Sheffield.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Sheffield, Miller & Carter Sheffield Centertainment. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,108 customers.

Locals recommend Smoke BBQ as one of the best restaurants in the city of Sheffield. Smoke BBQ is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,417 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Sheffield is Ego Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar, Sheffield. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Sheffield, The Head of Steam Sheffield. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,466 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Sheffield. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,727 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through England with a toast!

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Day 9 – London

Day 9

Day 9 – London

  • London
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Drive 324 km, 5 hours 6 min

  • Peak District National Park
  • Chatsworth House
  • Warner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
  • Cassiobury Park
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Peak District National Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,515 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Chatsworth House. This english country house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,279 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in London is another excellent way to spend your new day in England. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of England’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to England’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of England’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an exhibition room and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 79,070 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Cassiobury Park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,219 visitors, this park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of London.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through England!

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Day 10 – London - departure day

Day 10

Day 10 – London - departure day

  • London - Departure day
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  • St James's Park
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Day 10 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of London before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of London and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in England.

You’ll then say farewell to London. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in England!

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