8-Day England Road Trip from Southampton to Isle of Wight, Surrey & London
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 8-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 Isle of Wight, 2 nights in Surrey, and 3 nights in London, experiencing the ultimate road trip in England. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Isle of Wight, Surrey, and London.
We'll help you experience the best 8 days in England you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Southampton, 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 Osborne and Shanklin Beach.
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 region of Isle of Wight, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 4-star The Bugle Coaching Inn. Alternatively, you could stay at a luxury accommodation like the 3-star Sentry Mead. Travelers looking for the best cheap accommodation could choose the 3-star Ryde Castle. 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 Shanklin Chine in the city of Yarmouth. Enjoy top travel destinations like the amazing Carisbrooke Castle and Isle of Wight Steam Railway - (Havenstreet, Station).
From the spectacular Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, Isle of Wight in the city of Yarmouth to the unforgettable Tower of London in the city of London, you'll experience the best the area has to offer on your self-drive road trip through 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.
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 7 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 7 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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Day 1 – Southampton and Yarmouth - Arrival Day
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Your amazing road trip adventure in England begins when you reach the incredible region of Yarmouth. 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 region of Yarmouth is the Sentry Mead. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 65 guests.
We also recommend the best 4-star hotels, like the The Bugle Coaching Inn. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 840 guests.
Alternatively, the best cheap hotel in the region of Yarmouth is the Ryde Castle. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,101 guests.
If these hotels are not available during your trip to the region of Yarmouth, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.
Yarmouth 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 Yarmouth, The Bargeman's Rest. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,842 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Yarmouth is The Garlic Farm Cafe. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,586 customers.
Locals recommend Chequers Inn as one of the best restaurants in the city of Yarmouth. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,016 customers.
Yarmouth also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Yarmouth is The Bargeman's Rest. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,842 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of Yarmouth is Chequers Inn. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,016 customers.
Locals also enjoy Castle Inn. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 608 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in England!
Day 2 – Hampshire and Guildford
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- Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World
- Queen Elizabeth Country Park
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Day 2 of your road trip through England gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Eastrop Park, National Trust - Hinton Ampner, Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World, and many more.
One of the best places to visit in the region of Hampshire is the amazing Eastrop Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,723 visitors.
You could also do sightseeing at the incredible National Trust - Hinton Ampner. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,540 visitors.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Hampshire is the outstanding Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World. This amusement park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,752 visitors.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Guildford, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Guildford is the 4-star Guildford Harbour Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,282 guests.
You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel The Percy Arms is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Guildford. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,058 guests.
If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Ramada by Wyndham Cobham. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 13,215 guests.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Turtle Bay Guildford, one of the best restaurants in the city of Guildford. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,709 customers.
Locals also recommend Positano as one of the best restaurants in the city of Guildford. Positano is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Guildford is RHS Garden Wisley. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,645 customers.
After dinner, visit Turtle Bay Guildford, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Guildford. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,709 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Onslow Arms. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,599 customers.
Alternatively, The Ivy Cobham Brasserie is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Guildford. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through England!
Day 3 – South East England and Guildford
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- Windsor Castle
- Thorpe Park Resort
- Blenheim Palace
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On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of South East England. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Windsor Castle, Blenheim Palace, Thorpe Park Resort, and many more.
One of the best travel destinations in the region of South East England is Windsor Castle. This incredible attraction is a historic house museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 46,682 visitors.
Blenheim Palace is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of South East England. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 46,682 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of South East England is Thorpe Park Resort. This amazing attraction is an amusement park and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 27,089 visitors.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Guildford.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Guildford, like The Ivy Cobham Brasserie. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.
The Percy Arms is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Guildford. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.
Locals enjoy The Ivy Castle View, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Guildford. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,289 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Guildford, The Percy Arms. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Ivy Castle View. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,289 customers.
The March Hare is another of the best bars in the city of Guildford. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,302 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!
Day 4 – South East England and London
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- British Airways i360
- National Trust - Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters
- Royal Pavilion
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Day 4 of your road trip through England gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable National Trust - Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters, British Airways i360, Royal Pavilion, and many more.
One of the best places to visit in the region of South East England is the amazing National Trust - Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,129 visitors.
You could also do sightseeing at the incredible British Airways i360. This observation tower has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,158 visitors.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of South East England is the outstanding Royal Pavilion. This palace has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,661 visitors.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of London, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.
One of the best hotel options in the city of London is the 4-star Airport Comfy Stay. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 18,802 guests.
You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel The Savoy, A Fairmont Managed Hotel is a luxurious place to stay in the city of London. This hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,769 guests.
If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Royal National Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars by 10,093 guests.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Paladar, one of the best restaurants in the city of London. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 866 customers.
Locals also recommend BOXPARK Croydon as one of the best restaurants in the city of London. BOXPARK Croydon is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,643 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of London is Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.
After dinner, visit Scarfes Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 883 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Connaught Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.
Alternatively, BOXPARK Croydon is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,643 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through England!
Day 5 – London
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- Tower of London
- London Eye
- Borough Market
- Tower Bridge
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On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of London. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Tower of London, Tower Bridge, London Bridge, and many more.
One of the best travel destinations in the city of London is Tower of London. This incredible attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 82,909 visitors.
Tower Bridge is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of London. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 82,909 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of London is London Bridge. This amazing attraction is a road bridge and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 42,447 visitors.
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 Dishoom Kensington. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,125 customers.
Bill's Soho Restaurant 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 4,178 customers.
Locals enjoy The Red Lion, Parliament Street, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of London. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 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 The Red Lion, Parliament Street. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.
Hawksmoor Air Street 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 3,216 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!
Day 6 – London
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- Regent's Park
- Wembley Stadium
- Madame Tussauds London
- Hyde Park
- Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
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On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of London. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Wembley Stadium, Madame Tussauds London, and many more.
One of the best travel destinations in the city of London is Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. This incredible attraction is a non-departmental public body and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 38,569 visitors.
Wembley Stadium is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of London. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 38,569 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of London is Madame Tussauds London. This amazing attraction is a wax museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,742 visitors.
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 Hawksmoor Air Street. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,216 customers.
Hawksmoor Seven Dials is another of the best restaurant options in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 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, Hawksmoor Seven Dials. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Cahoots London. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.
The Spaniards Inn is another of the best bars in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,679 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!
Day 7 – London and Yarmouth
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- Big Ben
- British Museum
- Trafalgar Square
- Buckingham Palace
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Day 7 of your road trip through England gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, and many more.
One of the best places to visit in the city of London is the amazing Buckingham Palace. This attraction is a royal palace and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,567 visitors.
You could also do sightseeing at the incredible Big Ben. This cultural icon has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 47,444 visitors.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of London is the outstanding Trafalgar Square. This square has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 107,885 visitors.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Yarmouth, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Yarmouth is the 4-star The Bugle Coaching Inn. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 840 guests.
You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Sentry Mead is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Yarmouth. This hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 65 guests.
If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Ryde Castle. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,101 guests.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Bandstand Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Yarmouth. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 964 customers.
Locals also recommend The White Hart Inn as one of the best restaurants in the city of Yarmouth. The White Hart Inn is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 487 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Yarmouth is Burrs. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 171 customers.
After dinner, visit The White Hart Inn, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Yarmouth. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 487 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Newport Ale House. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 278 customers.
Alternatively, Thompson's Restaurant is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Yarmouth. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 146 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through England!
Day 8 – Southampton and Yarmouth - Departure Day
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Day 8 of your road trip through England is your departure day.
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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