13-Day England Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Leeds traveling west to Carlisle, Lancaster, Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Oxford, and Stratford-on-Avon

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 13-day road trip in England! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Leeds, Halifax, Harrogate, Ripon, Beamish, Carlisle, Greenholme, Blackpool, Lancaster, Chester, Liverpool, Crosby, Manchester, Alton, Lichfield, Birmingham, Dudley, Tividale, Balsall Heath, Bath, Bristol, Corsley Heath, Horningsham, Salisbury, Oxford, Woodstock, Eton, Bisham, Stratford-on-Avon, Warwick, and Edensor.

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 Carlisle, 1 night in Lancaster, 1 night in Liverpool, 1 night in Manchester, 2 nights in Birmingham, 1 night in Bristol, 1 night in Oxford, and 1 night 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. Windsor Castle and Stonehenge are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Leeds, Halifax, Harrogate, Ripon, Beamish, Carlisle, Greenholme, Blackpool, Lancaster, Chester, Liverpool, Crosby, Manchester, Alton, Lichfield, Birmingham, Dudley, Tividale, Balsall Heath, Bath, Bristol, Corsley Heath, Horningsham, Salisbury, Oxford, Woodstock, Eton, Bisham, Stratford-on-Avon, Warwick, and Edensor, 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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  • Tick Tock Unlock - Leeds Live Escape Rooms
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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.

Find your way to your hotel in Leeds. 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 Leeds, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 13-day road trip in England!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Leeds
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Drive 72 km, 1 hour 54 min

  • Roundhay Park
  • Royal Armouries Leeds
  • The Piece Hall
  • Eureka! The National Children's Museum
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Greet day 2 of your road trip in England with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Leeds, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Leeds and Halifax.

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

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Leeds. 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 3

Day 3

  • Leeds
  • Carlisle
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Drive 255 km, 3 hours 48 min

  • Valley Gardens Harrogate
  • Fountains Abbey
  • Beamish, the Living Museum of the North
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On day 3 of your exciting self-drive vacation in England, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 3 destinations, including Harrogate, Ripon, and Beamish. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Carlisle, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Carlisle
  • Lancaster
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Drive 292 km, 4 hours 30 min

  • Tebay Services (Southbound)
  • Lake District National Park
  • Blackpool Tower
  • Blackpool Zoo
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Your itinerary for day 4 of your road trip in England includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Greenholme and Blackpool. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Lancaster, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

Lancaster 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 Lancaster.

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

  • Lancaster
  • Liverpool
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Drive 205 km, 3 hours 6 min

  • Chester Cathedral
  • Chester Zoo
  • World Museum
  • Crosby Coastal Park
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Dive into day 5 of your remarkable road trip in England. Today you'll explore 3 destinations, including Chester, Liverpool, and Crosby. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Liverpool, 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 Liverpool. Liverpool offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Liverpool's best restaurants.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in England!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Liverpool
  • Manchester
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Drive 69 km, 1 hour 51 min

  • The Liverpool Waterfront
  • Museum of Liverpool
  • Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
  • Heaton Park
  • Science and Industry Museum
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 6 of your road trip in England. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Liverpool and Manchester. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Manchester, where will spend 1 night.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Liverpool.

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

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

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in England!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Manchester
  • Birmingham
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Drive 152 km, 3 hours 9 min

  • Alton Towers Resort
  • The Smiler
  • Beacon Park
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On day 7 of your road trip in England, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Alton and Lichfield are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Birmingham, where you will stay for 2 nights.

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

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

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

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

  • Birmingham
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Drive 45 km, 1 hour 38 min

  • Dudley Zoo and Castle
  • Black Country Living Museum
  • Shri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple, Tividale
  • Cannon Hill Park
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On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Birmingham, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Dudley, Tividale, and Balsall Heath.

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

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Birmingham's best restaurants.

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Birmingham
  • Bristol
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Drive 191 km, 3 hours 13 min

  • Pulteney Bridge
  • Roman Baths
  • Thermae Bath Spa
  • Brunel's SS Great Britain
  • Clifton Suspension Bridge
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On day 9 of your exciting self-drive vacation in England, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Bath and Bristol. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Bristol, 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 Bristol. Bristol offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go 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 Bristol, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Bristol
  • Oxford
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Drive 196 km, 3 hours 5 min

  • Longleat Safari Park
  • Longleat
  • Stonehenge
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Your itinerary for day 10 of your road trip in England includes 3 stops and features some of the highlights of Corsley Heath, Horningsham, and Salisbury. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Oxford, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Oxford
  • Stratford-upon-Avon
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Drive 236 km, 3 hours 27 min

  • Covered Market
  • Oxford University Museum of Natural History
  • Blenheim Palace
  • Windsor Castle
  • Marlow Suspension Bridge
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Dive into day 11 of your remarkable road trip in England. Today you'll explore 4 destinations, including Oxford, Woodstock, Eton, and Bisham. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Stratford-on-Avon, where you'll spend 1 night.

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.

Stratford-on-Avon 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 Stratford-on-Avon.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in England!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Stratford-upon-Avon
  • Leeds
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Drive 263 km, 4 hours 1 min

  • Shakespeare's Birthplace
  • Warwick Castle
  • Chatsworth House
  • Peak District National Park
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 12 of your road trip in England. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 3 places, which are Stratford-on-Avon, Warwick, and Edensor. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Leeds, where will 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.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Leeds's best restaurants.

Say good night to Leeds and look forward to another great day of your road trip in England!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Leeds - Departure day
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  • Park Square
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Day 13 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.

Discover boutiques offering an array of stylish fashion choices. Take a break with a cup of coffee or tea while savoring the local vibe in a coffee shop.

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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