Two-Week England Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Leeds traveling east to Cambridge, Norwich, Canterbury, London, Oxford, Birmingham, and York

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Explore the best of England on a remarkable 15-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Leeds, Cambridge, Cromer, Norwich, Colchester, Canterbury, London, Greenwich, Brentford, Kensington, Leavesden, Eton, Windsor, Oxford, Bath, Salisbury, Woodstock, Hampton Lucy, Warwick, Birmingham, Alrewas, Edensor, and York.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in England. You will spend 2 nights in Leeds, 1 night in Cambridge, 1 night in Norwich, 1 night in Canterbury, 5 nights in London, 2 nights in Oxford, 1 night in Birmingham, and 1 night in York. 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. London Eye and Buckingham Palace are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Leeds, Cambridge, Cromer, Norwich, Colchester, Canterbury, London, Greenwich, Brentford, Kensington, Leavesden, Eton, Windsor, Oxford, Bath, Salisbury, Woodstock, Hampton Lucy, Warwick, Birmingham, Alrewas, Edensor, and York, 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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Welcome to Leeds, the perfect starting point for your road trip in England! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 1 night discovering what to see in Leeds before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

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 15-day road trip in England!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Leeds
  • Cambridge
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Drive 246 km, 3 hours 9 min

  • Leeds Art Gallery
  • Leeds City Museum
  • Royal Armouries Leeds
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On day 2 of your exciting self-drive vacation in England, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Leeds. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Cambridge, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Cambridge
  • Norwich
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Drive 177 km, 3 hours 7 min

  • Cromer Beach
  • Norwich Cathedral
  • Norwich Market
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Dive into day 3 of your remarkable road trip in England. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Cromer and Norwich. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Norwich, 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 Norwich. Norwich 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 Norwich. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in England!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Norwich
  • Canterbury
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Drive 250 km, 3 hours 36 min

  • Colchester Zoo
  • Canterbury Cathedral
  • Westgate Gardens
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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 Colchester and Canterbury. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Canterbury, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Canterbury
  • London
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Drive 109 km, 2 hours 31 min

  • St Paul's Cathedral
  • Tower of London
  • Tower Bridge
  • Buckingham Palace
  • St James's Park
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 5 of your road trip in England. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are London. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in London, where will spend 5 nights.

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

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • London
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Drive 5 km, 57 min

  • lastminute.com London Eye
  • Trafalgar Square
  • National Gallery
  • British Museum
  • Covent Garden
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Day 6 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Leeds. You’ll stay in London for 4 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 London. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

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

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Day 7

Day 7

  • London
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Drive 30 km, 1 hour 32 min

  • Greenwich Park
  • London Bridge
  • Borough Market
  • Tate Modern
  • South Bank
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On day 7 of your road trip in England, you’ll start and end your day in London, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 3 nights to spend in London, there’s no need to rush. Experience Greenwich and London to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in England!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • London
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Drive 31 km, 1 hour 44 min

  • Kew Gardens
  • Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Science Museum
  • Royal Albert Hall
  • Hyde Park
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On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in London, where you have 2 nights left to stay.

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

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

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • London
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Drive 10 km, 1 hour 12 min

  • Regent's Park
  • Madame Tussauds London
  • Big Ben
  • Westminster Abbey
  • Oxford Street
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You’ll stay in London for 1 night.

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.

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in England!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • London
  • Oxford
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Drive 152 km, 2 hours 47 min

  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
  • Windsor Castle
  • LEGOLAND Windsor Resort
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On day 10 of your road trip in England, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Leavesden, Eton, and Windsor are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Oxford, where you will stay for 2 nights.

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

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

Oxford 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 Oxford.

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Oxford
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Drive 298 km, 3 hours 55 min

  • Bath Abbey
  • Roman Baths
  • Thermae Bath Spa
  • Stonehenge
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Wake up to day 11 of your road trip in England. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Bath and Salisbury. With 1 night to stay in Oxford, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

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

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 Oxford, 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 12

Day 12

  • Oxford
  • Birmingham
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Drive 125 km, 2 hours 43 min

  • Covered Market
  • Oxford University Museum of Natural History
  • Blenheim Palace
  • National Trust - Charlecote Park
  • Warwick Castle
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On day 12 of your exciting self-drive vacation in England, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 4 destinations, including Oxford, Woodstock, Hampton Lucy, and Warwick. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Birmingham, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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.

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 13

Day 13

  • Birmingham
  • York
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Drive 258 km, 4 hours 7 min

  • National Memorial Arboretum (Alrewas, Staffordshire)
  • Chatsworth House
  • Peak District National Park
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Dive into day 13 of your remarkable road trip in England. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Alrewas and Edensor. 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 you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in York. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

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

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Day 14

Day 14

  • York
  • Leeds
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Drive 42 km, 1 hour 21 min

  • Jorvik Viking Centre
  • Shambles Market
  • York Minster
  • National Railway Museum York
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Your itinerary for day 14 of your road trip in England includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of York. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Leeds, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in England!

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Day 15

Day 15

  • Leeds - Departure day
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  • Tick Tock Unlock - Leeds Live Escape Rooms
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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.

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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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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