Two-Week England Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Bristol traveling west to Worcester, Glastonbury, and Exeter

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 15-day road trip in England! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Bristol, Cosford, Atcham, Worcester, Leigh Woods, Wraxall, Clevedon, Glastonbury, Wells, Dunster, Exford, Wookey Hole, Podimore, Montacute, Cheddar, Filton, Catbrain, Exeter, Brixham, Paignton, Torquay, Northleigh, Seaton, Salcombe Regis, Croyde, Ilfracombe, Lynmouth, Lynton, Tavistock, Buckfastleigh, Buckfast, Tintagel, Bodmin, West Lulworth, and Bovington.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in England. You will spend 4 nights in Bristol, 1 night in Worcester, 3 nights in Glastonbury, and 6 nights in Exeter. 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 Bristol, 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. Clifton Suspension Bridge and Tintagel Castle are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Bristol, Cosford, Atcham, Worcester, Leigh Woods, Wraxall, Clevedon, Glastonbury, Wells, Dunster, Exford, Wookey Hole, Podimore, Montacute, Cheddar, Filton, Catbrain, Exeter, Brixham, Paignton, Torquay, Northleigh, Seaton, Salcombe Regis, Croyde, Ilfracombe, Lynmouth, Lynton, Tavistock, Buckfastleigh, Buckfast, Tintagel, Bodmin, West Lulworth, and Bovington, 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

  • Bristol - Arrival day
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  • Queen Square
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Welcome to Bristol, the perfect starting point for your road trip in England! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 3 nights discovering what to see in Bristol before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Bristol 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.

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Bristol. Check-in typically starts around 2 to 4 PM at hotels in England. We recommend staying at a central location for easy access to key areas in 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 Bristol, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 15-day road trip in England!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Bristol
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Drive 9 km, 54 min

  • Clifton Down
  • Clifton Suspension Bridge
  • Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery
  • Cabot Tower
  • Brandon Hill
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Day 2 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Bristol. You’ll stay in Bristol for 2 nights 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.

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

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Bristol
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Drive 25 km, 1 hour 11 min

  • Blaise Castle Estate
  • Brunel's SS Great Britain
  • Bristol Aquarium
  • M Shed
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You have 1 night left in Bristol. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

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.

Bring home unique finds from Bristol's bustling shopping hub, Cabot Circus. Enjoy a leisurely exploration of unique boutiques and stores where locals shop. Don’t forget to browse souvenirs and local specialties that make perfect gifts for your loved ones. Beyond shopping, Cabot Circus offers plenty of options, including a cinema, restaurants, primary services, unique landmarks, and community events.

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.

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

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Bristol
  • Worcester
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Drive 319 km, 3 hours 53 min

  • Royal Air Force Museum Midlands
  • National Trust - Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill
  • National Trust - Attingham Park
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On day 4 of your road trip in England, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Cosford and Atcham are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Worcester, where you will stay for 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Worcester. 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 Worcester, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Worcester
  • Glastonbury
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Drive 174 km, 2 hours 44 min

  • National Trust - Leigh Woods
  • National Trust - Tyntesfield
  • Clevedon Pier & Heritage Trust
  • Clevedon Beach
  • Clevedon Marine Lake
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On day 5 of your exciting self-drive vacation in England, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 3 destinations, including Leigh Woods, Wraxall, and Clevedon. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Glastonbury, where you’ll be staying for 3 nights.

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

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

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Glastonbury
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Drive 184 km, 3 hours 48 min

  • Wells Cathedral
  • The Bishop's Palace & Gardens
  • National Trust - Dunster Castle and Watermill Car Park Entrance
  • Exmoor National Park
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On day 6 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Wells, Dunster, and Exford. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Glastonbury, where you still have 2 nights left to stay.

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

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Glastonbury
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Drive 115 km, 2 hours 22 min

  • Mendip Hills AONB
  • Wookey Hole Caves
  • Chalice Well
  • Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm Museum
  • National Trust - Montacute House
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Greet day 7 of your road trip in England with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Glastonbury, 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 Wells, Wookey Hole, Glastonbury, Podimore, and Montacute.

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

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Glastonbury'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 8

Day 8

  • Glastonbury
  • Exeter
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Drive 200 km, 2 hours 58 min

  • Glastonbury Abbey
  • Cheddar Gorge and Caves
  • Aerospace Bristol
  • Wild Place Project
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Dive into day 8 of your remarkable road trip in England. Today you'll explore 4 destinations, including Glastonbury, Cheddar, Filton, and Catbrain. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Exeter, where you'll spend 6 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Exeter, 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 Exeter. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Exeter
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Drive 109 km, 2 hours 25 min

  • Berry Head National Nature Reserve
  • Brixham Harbour
  • Paignton Zoo
  • Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
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Wake up to day 9 of your road trip in England. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Brixham, Paignton, and Torquay. With 5 nights to stay in Exeter, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

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

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

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Exeter
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Drive 97 km, 2 hours 12 min

  • East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
  • Seaton Tramway
  • The Donkey Sanctuary
  • National Trust - Killerton
  • Exeter Cathedral
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On day 10 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Exeter, where you have 4 nights left to stay.

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

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Exeter. 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 11

Day 11

  • Exeter
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Drive 222 km, 4 hours 26 min

  • North Devon AONB
  • Ilfracombe Harbour
  • Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway
  • Valley of Rocks
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On day 11 of your road trip in England, you’ll start and end your day in Exeter, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 3 nights to spend in Exeter, there’s no need to rush. Experience Croyde, Ilfracombe, Lynmouth, and Lynton to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

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

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

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Exeter
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Drive 157 km, 2 hours 57 min

  • Tavistock Pannier Market
  • Dartmoor National Park
  • South Devon Railway - (Buckfastleigh, Station)
  • Buckfast Abbey
  • Pennywell Farm
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On day 12 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Exeter, where you still have 2 nights left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Tavistock, Buckfastleigh, Buckfast, and Dean Prior.

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

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

Exeter 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 Exeter.

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Exeter
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Drive 246 km, 3 hours 38 min

  • Tintagel Castle
  • Bodmin Jail Attraction
  • National Trust - Lanhydrock
  • Cardinham Woods
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On day 13 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Tintagel, Bodmin, and Trebyan. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Exeter, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

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

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

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

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Exeter
  • Bristol
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Drive 236 km, 4 hours 12 min

  • Lulworth Cove
  • Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre
  • The Tank Museum
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 14 of your road trip in England. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are West Lulworth and Bovington. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Bristol, where will spend 1 night.

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

Bristol 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 Bristol.

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 15

Day 15

  • Bristol - Departure day
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  • Castle Park
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Day 15 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.

Browse through boutiques to find unique and stylish fashion pieces to take home. When you need a break, visit a cafe and relax with a cup of coffee or tea.

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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