3-Day England Road Trip from Durham, England to Newcastle upon Tyne

Photo of  Newcastle's Castle Keep and Black Gate in the city centre.
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Summary

Starts in
Durham, England
Ends in
Durham, England
Duration
3 days & 2 nights
Available
All year
Hotel
2 nights included
Car rental
Optional
Flights
Optional
Travel app
Fully Customizable

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 3-day road trip through England.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in England. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Newcastle upon Tyne, experiencing the ultimate road trip in England. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Newcastle upon Tyne.

We'll help you experience the best 3 days in England you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Durham, England, you’ll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you’ll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in England, including the stunning Great North Museum: Hancock and Discovery Museum.

You’ll have your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 4-star Jurys Inn Newcastle Hotel. Alternatively, you could stay at a luxury accommodation like the 4-star Maldron Newcastle. Travelers looking for the best cheap accommodation could choose the 3-star Royal Station Newcastle. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights, such as the magnificent Life Science Centre in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Enjoy top travel destinations like the amazing Exhibition Park and Tyne Bridge.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in England. You’ll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you’ll never have a boring moment on your road trip through England.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in England.

You’ll return home having experienced the very best of everything England has to offer.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of England. You’ll be booked at the best hotels for 2 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 2 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You’ll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in England extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in England fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in England today!

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Included

2 nights hotel
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Newcastle upon Tyne - city in United KingdomNewcastle upon Tyne

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Attractions

The Town Moor
Exhibition Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, North East England, England, United KingdomExhibition Park
Tyne BridgeTyne Bridge
Great North Museum: HancockHancock Museum
Life Science Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne, North East England, England, United KingdomCentre for Life
Discovery MuseumDiscovery Museum
Durham CathedralDurham Cathedral
Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, Urpeth, County Durham, North East England, England, United KingdomBeamish, the Living Museum of the North
Alnwick CastleAlnwick Castle
The Alnwick GardenThe Alnwick Garden

Travel details

Travel dates
Sep 29 - Oct 1

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Rooms

1 traveler1 room
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Day 1 in Durham, England and Newcastle upon Tyne - Arrival Day

Day 1

Day 1 in Durham, England and Newcastle upon Tyne - Arrival Day

  • Newcastle upon Tyne - Arrival Day
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Your amazing road trip adventure in England begins when you reach the incredible city of Newcastle upon Tyne. There, you'll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best luxury places you could stay in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne is the Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,703 guests.

We also recommend the best 3-star hotels, like the Premier Inn Newcastle City Centre (The Gate). This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,120 guests.

Alternatively, the best cheap hotel in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne is the Travelodge Newcastle Central. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 1,166 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Newcastle upon Tyne has many popular destinations you can explore.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, Peace & Loaf restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne is 21. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 528 customers.

Locals recommend The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Newcastle as one of the best restaurants in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,428 customers.

Newcastle upon Tyne also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne is 21. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 528 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne is The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Newcastle. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,428 customers.

Locals also enjoy Miller & Carter Newcastle. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 3-day vacation in England!

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Day 2 in North East England and Newcastle upon Tyne

Day 2

Day 2 in North East England and Newcastle upon Tyne

  • Newcastle upon Tyne
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  • Durham Cathedral
  • Beamish, the Living Museum of the North
  • Alnwick Castle
  • The Alnwick Garden
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On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of North East England. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Durham Cathedral, Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, Alnwick Castle, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of North East England is Durham Cathedral. This incredible attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,073 visitors.

Beamish, the Living Museum of the North is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of North East England. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,073 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of North East England is Alnwick Castle. This amazing attraction is a historic house museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,128 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding The Alnwick Garden. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,157 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, like Miller & Carter Newcastle. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers.

Fat Hippo Newcastle is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,573 customers.

Locals enjoy Babucho, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,509 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, The Tyne Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,067 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Babucho. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,509 customers.

Turtle Bay Newcastle is another of the best bars in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,405 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!

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Day 3 in Newcastle upon Tyne and Durham, England - Departure Day

Day 3

Day 3 in Newcastle upon Tyne and Durham, England - Departure Day

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Day 3 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Newcastle upon Tyne before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Your accommodation will also be strategically located for some last-minute shopping in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne before you conclude your short European break.

You’ll then say farewell to England and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of unforgettable experiences in England!

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