11-Day England Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Leeds to York, Windermere, Liverpool, Chester, and Stratford-on-Avon

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Explore the best of England on a remarkable 11-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Leeds, Horsforth, York, Keswick, Grasmere, Rydal, Windermere, Near Sawrey, Liverpool, Chester, Stratford-on-Avon, Bourton-on-the-Water, Rendcomb, Bibury, and Oxford.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in England. You will spend 3 nights in Leeds, 1 night in York, 2 nights in Windermere, 1 night in Liverpool, 1 night in Chester, and 2 nights in Stratford-on-Avon. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in England. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Leeds, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover England on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in England. Royal Albert Dock Liverpool and Chester Zoo are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Leeds, Horsforth, York, Keswick, Grasmere, Rydal, Windermere, Near Sawrey, Liverpool, Chester, Stratford-on-Avon, Bourton-on-the-Water, Rendcomb, Bibury, and Oxford, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of England. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in England.

Throughout your road trip in England, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in England.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

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

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Leeds - Arrival day
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  • Park Square
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Your road trip adventure in England begins as soon as you reach Leeds and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 2 nights and explore what to see in Leeds, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

Leeds is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Leeds. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Leeds, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 11-day road trip in England!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Leeds
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Drive 31 km, 1 hour 15 min

  • Kirkstall Abbey
  • Leeds City Museum
  • Royal Armouries Leeds
  • Roundhay Park
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On day 2 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Horsforth and Leeds. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Leeds, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Leeds.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Leeds, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in England!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Leeds
  • York
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Drive 47 km, 1 hour 20 min

  • National Railway Museum York
  • York Minster
  • Shambles Market
  • Jorvik Viking Centre
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Dive into day 3 of your remarkable road trip in England. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including York. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in York, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in York. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in York, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Head back to your accommodation in York and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in England.

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Day 4

Day 4

  • York
  • Bowness-on-Windermere
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Drive 247 km, 4 hours 12 min

  • Castlerigg stone circle
  • National Trust - Allan Bank and Grasmere
  • Rydal Mount & Gardens
  • Windermere
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 4 of your road trip in England. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 4 places, which are Keswick, Grasmere, Rydal, and Windermere. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Windermere, where will spend 2 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Windermere, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Windermere. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in England.

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Bowness-on-Windermere
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Drive 56 km, 1 hour 44 min

  • Lake District National Park
  • National Trust - Hill Top
  • National Trust - Tarn Hows
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Day 5 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Leeds. You’ll stay in Windermere for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in England. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Windermere is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Windermere.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in England.

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Bowness-on-Windermere
  • Liverpool
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Drive 145 km, 2 hours 48 min

  • Walker Art Gallery
  • St George's Hall
  • Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral
  • The Beatles Story
  • Wheel Of Liverpool
  • Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
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On day 6 of your exciting self-drive vacation in England, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Liverpool. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Liverpool, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Liverpool. Liverpool offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Liverpool. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in England!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Liverpool
  • Cheshire West and Chester
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Drive 44 km, 1 hour 12 min

  • Chester Zoo
  • Chester City Walls
  • Chester Cathedral
  • Eastgate and Eastgate Clock
  • Chester Roman Amphitheatre
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Your itinerary for day 7 of your road trip in England includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Chester. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Chester, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Chester. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Chester's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in England.

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Cheshire West and Chester
  • Stratford-upon-Avon
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Drive 209 km, 3 hours 12 min

  • Anne Hathaway's Cottage
  • Holy Trinity Church
  • Stratford Butterfly Farm
  • Shakespeare's Birthplace
  • Hall's Croft
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On day 8 of your road trip in England, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Stratford-on-Avon are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Stratford-on-Avon, where you will stay for 2 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Stratford-on-Avon, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Stratford-on-Avon's best restaurants.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in England!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Stratford-upon-Avon
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Drive 133 km, 2 hours 26 min

  • Birdland Park & Gardens
  • Bourton-on-the-water
  • Cotswolds AONB
  • National Trust - Bibury
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On day 9 of your road trip in England, you’ll start and end your day in Stratford-on-Avon, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the town. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Stratford-on-Avon, there’s no need to rush. Experience Bourton-on-the-Water, Rendcomb, and Bibury to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Stratford-on-Avon and your accommodation.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Stratford-on-Avon. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in England!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Stratford-upon-Avon
  • Leeds
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Drive 368 km, 4 hours 47 min

  • Christ Church Cathedral
  • Christ Church
  • Covered Market
  • Oxford University Museum of Natural History
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Dive into day 10 of your remarkable road trip in England. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Oxford. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Leeds, where you'll spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Leeds. Leeds offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Leeds is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Leeds.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in England!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Leeds - Departure day
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  • Tick Tock Unlock - Leeds Live Escape Rooms
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Day 11 of your road trip in England is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing vacation.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in England!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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