Relaxed 11-Day England Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Norwich to Oxford and London

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Set out on this 11-day relaxed road trip in England, where Norwich, Great Yarmouth, Cambridge, Oxford, Woodstock, Windsor, Eton, London, Kensington, Watford, Leavesden, and Brickendon offer rich culture, beautiful views, and memorable experiences at every stop!

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in England, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 3 nights in Norwich, 2 nights in Oxford, and 5 nights in London, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in England.

Your journey starts in Norwich, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 11-day relaxed road trip in England to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in England already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning London Eye and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Buckingham Palace.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this England road trip itinerary for 11 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in England.

If you want to make your 11-day relaxed self-drive tour in England even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in England includes 10 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 11 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 11-day relaxed self-drive road trip in England today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Norwich - Arrival day
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  • Gravity Active Norwich
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Your relaxed road trip through England starts when you reach the incredible city of Norwich, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Norwich and begin your adventure in England.

Norwich 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.

Find your way to your hotel in Norwich. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in England. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

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 Norwich, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Norwich. The bars in Norwich make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in England. Enjoy your first taste of Norwich as you soak in the city’s unique vibe.

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Norwich
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Drive 83 km, 1 hour 45 min

  • Hippodrome Circus
  • Great Yarmouth Beach
  • SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth
  • Merrivale Model Village (Great Yarmouth)
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Your relaxed road trip in England continues on day 2 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know England better by exploring the top attractions of Norwich and beyond. With 1 night left in Norwich, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the city.

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

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Norwich. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Soak in the unique atmosphere of Norwich as you commemorate this day of your relaxed road trip with a toast. Cheers to a memorable, leisurely self-drive holiday in England!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Norwich
  • Oxford
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Drive 241 km, 4 hours 13 min

  • Cambridge University Botanic Garden
  • Parker's Piece
  • Christ's Pieces
  • Fitzwilliam Museum
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Day 3 of your self-drive tour in England offers a chance to experience the country’s diversity. You’ll stay in Oxford for 2 nights. Along the way, you’ll glimpse local life and explore some of the most remarkable places in England.

Continue your laid-back road trip in England as you make your way to Oxford. Here, you’ll find top hotels and accommodations in the city, perfect for relaxing and recharging.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of England. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Oxford, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in England.

Toast to another amazing day in England!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Oxford
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Drive 37 km, 1 hour 42 min

  • Blenheim Palace
  • Oxford Castle
  • Covered Market
  • Oxford Botanic Garden
  • Oxford University Museum of Natural History
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On day 4 of your relaxed road trip in England, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Oxford and visit amazing attractions in Woodstock and Oxford, just outside the city. You still have 1 night left in Oxford, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Oxford and your accommodation.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in England, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Oxford.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Oxford.

Grab yourself a drink and savor every moment of your relaxed road trip experience in England!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Oxford
  • London
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Drive 117 km, 2 hours 17 min

  • LEGOLAND Windsor Resort
  • Windsor Castle
  • Queen Victoria Statue
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Day 5 of your leisurely self-drive tour in England offers another chance for an in-depth travel experience. You’ll stay in London for 5 nights.

In London, you’ll find plenty of places to unwind after a day on the road. Our top recommendations go perfectly with your laid-back road trip in England.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around London, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in London and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate it.

Raise your glass and toast to another unforgettable, laid-back road trip adventure in England!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • London
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Drive 11 km, 1 hour 5 min

  • Tate Modern
  • Borough Market
  • London Bridge
  • Tower of London
  • Tower Bridge
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Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about England. Check out all of the tours you can join this day of your leisurely self-drive holiday in England and ensure the experience of a lifetime.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in England.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible, relaxed road trip adventure in the magical London!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • London
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Drive 11 km, 1 hour 3 min

  • Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Science Museum
  • Royal Albert Hall
  • Hyde Park
  • Oxford Street
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On day 7 of your relaxed road trip across England, you’ll explore the area around London, where you’ll be staying for another 3 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of London will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of England.

A visit to Oxford Street is a must on the agenda today. This street is full of hidden gems and character, perfect for a leisurely stroll. Plus, you’ll be close to some of the city’s most famous sights.

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

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around London, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

Experience the amazing nightlife in London and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in England!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • London
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Drive 10 km, 1 hour 1 min

  • Madame Tussauds London
  • British Museum
  • Big Ben
  • lastminute.com London Eye
  • South Bank
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England makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, England also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in England, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in London.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in London and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate it.

Toast to another amazing day in England!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • London
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Drive 3 km, 43 min

  • Buckingham Palace
  • St James's Park
  • Trafalgar Square
  • National Gallery
  • Covent Garden
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Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in England more special is by joining unique tours and activities.

Exploring the food culture in London offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

Experience the amazing nightlife in London and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in England!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • London
  • Norwich
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Drive 242 km, 3 hours 53 min

  • Cassiobury Park
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
  • Hertfordshire Zoo (Formerly Paradise Wildlife Park)
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On day 10 of your laid-back road trip adventure in England, you can visit several remarkable places. With the freedom and flexibility of a self-drive tour, you decide how much time to spend in each, making the most of these memorable destinations.

You'll be staying in Norwich on this laid-back road trip through England. You'll stay here for 1 night.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Raise your glass to celebrate another day of your laid-back and relaxed road trip experience in England!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Norwich - Departure day
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  • Pull's Ferry
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Day 11 of your relaxed road trip in England is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Wrap up your shopping with a drink and some pastries at a cozy cafe.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 11 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 11-day relaxed road trip in England is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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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.
Personalize your itinerary
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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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
Enjoy seamless planning
With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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