5-Day England road trip Starting from London to Basingstoke

London icons: Double deck bus and Big Ben
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Everything included
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Description

Summary

Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-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 3 nights in London and 1 night in Basingstoke, experiencing the ultimate road trip in England. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in London and Basingstoke. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in England you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in London, 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 British Museum and Tower Bridge.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in England. From the magnificent London Eye to the breathtaking Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Trafalgar Square and learn more about the unique Tower of London to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through London and Basingstoke, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of England. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in England.

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. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

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 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 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. 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

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

London, England - Panoramic skyline view of Bank and Canary Wharf, central London's leading financial districts with famous skyscrapers at golden hour sunset with blue sky and clouds.London / 3 nights
photo of Basingstoke skyline in Hampshire in England.Basingstoke / 1 night

Map

Attractions

Photo of beautiful shot of London Eye and River Thames ,London, UK.London Eye
Photo of Buckingham Palace in London, United Kingdom.Buckingham Palace
The British MuseumBritish Museum
Tower BridgeTower Bridge
Photo of beautiful landscape around Hyde Park, London, United Kingdom.Hyde Park
Trafalgar SquareTrafalgar Square
Tower of London, London Borough of Tower Hamlets, London, Greater London, England, United KingdomTower of London
The Making of Harry Potter Warner Brothers Studio Tour London, Leavesden, UK: The main entrance signWarner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
Photo of Borough Market, London, UK.Borough Market
Madame Tussauds LondonMadame Tussauds London
Photo of Science Museum, London, United Kingdom.Science Museum
St James's ParkSt James's Park
Photo of Victoria and Albert Museum, London, England.Victoria and Albert Museum
Photo of aerial view of Windsor Castle that was built in the 11th Century and is the residence of the British Royal Family, UK.Windsor Castle
Photo of Paradise Wildlife Park, UK.Paradise Wildlife Park
Photo of narrow boat moored at the river Gade, Grand Union Canal. The Grove Bridge aka Grove Ornamental Bridge No 164 is in the background in Cassiobury Park, Watford, England.Cassiobury Park
Windsor Great Park, Old Windsor, Windsor and Maidenhead, South East England, England, United KingdomWindsor Great Park

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travel details

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy
Travel dates

Include flights?

Yes
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Travelers

Rooms

Flights

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – London - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – London - arrival day

  • London - Arrival day
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  • Trafalgar Square
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London has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Trafalgar Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 121,847 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of London, Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

London also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of London is Scarfes Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 883 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of London is The Connaught Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in England!

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Experiences

Day 2 – London

Day 2

Day 2 – London

  • London
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Drive 16 km, 1 hour 23 min

  • Tower of London
  • Tower Bridge
  • Borough Market
  • British Museum
  • Madame Tussauds London
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You still have 2 nights left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Tower of London. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,741,126 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 101,481 visitors.

Tower Bridge is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 151,949 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Borough Market. This amazing attraction is a building and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 95,151 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding British Museum. This national museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 148,750 visitors. Each year, approximately 5,906,716 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in London.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Madame Tussauds London. This wax museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 71,843 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in England to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

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

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of London, like Bill's Soho Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,178 customers.

The Red Lion, Parliament Street is another of the best restaurant options in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

Locals enjoy Cahoots London, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of London. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Hawksmoor Air Street. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,216 customers.

Hawksmoor Seven Dials is another of the best bars in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 3 – London and Basingstoke

Day 3

Day 3 – London and Basingstoke

  • London
  • Basingstoke
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Drive 89 km, 2 hours 12 min

  • London Eye
  • Buckingham Palace
  • Hyde Park
  • Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Science Museum
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Basingstoke. You’ll stay in Basingstoke for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of London’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of London, start your day with a visit to the amazing London Eye. This much-appreciated ferris wheel and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 171,401 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Buckingham Palace. This royal palace and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 164,776 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Hyde Park to make the most of your road trip across England. The spectacular Hyde Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 126,766 visitors.

The lovely Science Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 65,368 visitors have left this science museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 2,989,000 visits every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that London has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Basingstoke. Basingstoke offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in England!

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Experiences

Day 4 – Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead and London

Day 4

Day 4 – Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead and London

  • London
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Drive 214 km, 3 hours 54 min

  • Windsor Great Park
  • Windsor Castle
  • Warner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
  • Paradise Wildlife Park
  • Cassiobury Park
  • More

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Basingstoke and embark on a scenic drive to London, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Basingstoke and Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Basingstoke. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Milestones Museum. This attraction is a heritage centre that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,881 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Eastrop Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,979 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Basingstoke is the stunning The War Memorial Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,279 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Windsor Great Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,319 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Windsor Castle. This historic house museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 53,263 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, it's time to continue your drive to the city of London. When you arrive in London you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Rules. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,824 customers.

After dinner, visit The Red Lion, Parliament Street to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in London, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cahoots London. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Cahoots London has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.

The Ivy is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in England, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 5 – London - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – London - departure day

  • London - Departure day
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  • St James's Park
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Day 5 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of London 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.

St James's Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in London. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,261 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of London and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in England.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of London at Berners Tavern before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,817 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to London. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in England!

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