Two-Week Relaxed England Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Birmingham to London, Southampton, and Oxford

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Sit back and enjoy a relaxed 15-day self-drive holiday in England. Along the way, Birmingham, Dudley, Balsall Heath, Wake Green, Warwick, Stratford-on-Avon, Woodstock, London, Windsor, Eton, Leavesden, Greenwich, Brentford, Kensington, Portsmouth, Southampton, Ashley Heath, Winchester, Oxford, Bath, Salisbury, and Bristol invite you to discover their unique blend of culture, scenery, and memorable experiences.

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in England, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 3 nights in Birmingham, 8 nights in London, 1 night in Southampton, and 2 nights in Oxford, 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 Birmingham, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 15-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 15 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 15-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 14 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 15 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 15-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

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

Birmingham 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 Birmingham. 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 Birmingham, it's often a good idea to reserve a table 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 a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in England. Enjoy your first taste of Birmingham as you soak in the city’s unique vibe.

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Birmingham
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Drive 48 km, 1 hour 45 min

  • Black Country Living Museum
  • National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
  • Cannon Hill Park
  • Moseley Bog
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On day 2 of your relaxed road trip in England, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Birmingham and visit amazing attractions in Dudley, Birmingham, Balsall Heath, and Wake Green, just outside the city. You still have 1 night left in Birmingham, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

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

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 Birmingham, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

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

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across England.

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Birmingham
  • London
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Drive 228 km, 3 hours 39 min

  • Warwick Castle
  • Shakespeare's Birthplace
  • The MAD Museum
  • Blenheim Palace
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On day 3 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.

After a day of exploration, relax at one of the top hotels or accommodations in London. Staying in the city gives you a comfortable, welcoming place to recharge during your laid-back road trip in England.

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.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of London’s best bars to celebrate this day of your slow-paced adventure in England.

Toast to another unforgettable and relaxing road trip adventure in England!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • London
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Drive 118 km, 2 hours 37 min

  • LEGOLAND Windsor Resort
  • Windsor Castle
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
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On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across England, you’ll explore the area around London, where you’ll be staying for another 7 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.

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

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, London has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

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.

Raise your glass in celebration of your freedom and relaxed road trip adventure in England!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • London
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Drive 10 km, 1 hour 5 min

  • Leadenhall Market
  • The Fenchurch Building (The Walkie-Talkie)
  • Monument to the Great Fire of London
  • St Paul's Cathedral
  • Museum of London
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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.

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 London, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across England.

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Day 6

Day 6

  • London
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Drive 28 km, 1 hour 39 min

  • British Museum
  • Tower of London
  • Tower Bridge
  • Greenwich Park
  • Covent Garden
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Your relaxed road trip in England continues on day 6 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know England better by exploring the top attractions of London and beyond. With 5 nights left in London, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the city.

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

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.

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 London. The bars in London make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

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

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Day 7

Day 7

  • London
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Drive 28 km, 1 hour 31 min

  • National Gallery
  • Trafalgar Square
  • St James's Park
  • Buckingham Palace
  • Kew Gardens
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On day 7 of your relaxed road trip in England, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in London and visit amazing attractions in London and Brentford, just outside the city. You still have 4 nights left in London, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

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

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.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of London’s best bars to celebrate this day of your slow-paced adventure in England.

Cherish every minute of your relaxed road trip vacation across England.

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Day 8

Day 8

  • London
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Drive 10 km, 55 min

  • London Bridge
  • The Shard
  • Borough Market
  • Tate Modern
  • South Bank
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On day 8 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.

Set aside time today to explore South Bank, a standout neighborhood that reflects the essence of the city. While you're there, you'll also be within reach of some of the city's top landmarks, making it easy to maximize your day.

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

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.

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • London
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Drive 11 km, 1 hour 19 min

  • Regent's Park
  • Madame Tussauds London
  • Westminster Abbey
  • Big Ben
  • lastminute.com London Eye
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Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across England by joining a traveler-approved tour in Birmingham. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Birmingham that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in England more memorable.

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.

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

Toast to another unforgettable and relaxing road trip adventure in England!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • London
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Drive 11 km, 1 hour

  • Hyde Park
  • Royal Albert Hall
  • Science Museum
  • Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Oxford Street
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Your relaxed road trip in England continues on day 10 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know England better by exploring the top attractions of London and beyond. With 1 night left in London, 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 London.

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.

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in London.

Soak in the unique atmosphere of London 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 11

Day 11

  • London
  • Southampton
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Drive 175 km, 2 hours 56 min

  • Spinnaker Tower
  • HMS Victory
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
  • Mary Rose
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Day 11 of your leisurely self-drive tour in England offers another chance for an in-depth travel experience. You’ll stay in Southampton for 1 night.

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

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 Southampton, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

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

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Southampton
  • Oxford
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Drive 188 km, 2 hours 36 min

  • Moors Valley Country Park & Forest
  • Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World
  • The Great Hall
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Day 12 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.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Oxford has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Oxford
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Drive 298 km, 3 hours 58 min

  • Pulteney Bridge
  • Roman Baths
  • Thermae Bath Spa
  • Stonehenge
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On day 13 of your relaxed road trip in England, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Oxford and visit amazing attractions in Bath and Salisbury, 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.

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

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.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Oxford and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Look back at an amazing day filled with adventure in England. And don’t forget to get some rest so you can continue your relaxed holiday in England tomorrow with new energy.

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Oxford
  • Birmingham
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Drive 308 km, 3 hours 43 min

  • Brunel's SS Great Britain
  • Clifton Suspension Bridge
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Day 14 of your relaxed road trip in England will take you on a self-paced journey to more than one incredible place in one day. See some of the best attractions in England, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

When you’re not exploring beautiful places, you can relax in Birmingham. Here, you can choose from the best hotels and other accommodations as you get to know more about the culture in the city.

Exploring the food culture in Birmingham 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.

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.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across England.

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Day 15

Day 15

  • Birmingham - Departure day
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  • Queen Victoria
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Day 15 of your relaxed road trip in England is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

If you’re in the mood for luxury shopping, high-end stores await you.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 15 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 15-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.
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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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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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