Relaxed 14-Day England Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Bournemouth to Bath, Oxford, and Bakewell

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Enjoy this 14-day relaxed road trip in England, with Bournemouth, West Lulworth, Corfe Castle, Weymouth, Salisbury, Stratford sub Castle, Bath, Bowden Hill, Castle Combe, Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, Oxford, Binsey, Stratford-on-Avon, Bakewell, Edensor, Castleton, and Winchester showing you the beauty, culture, and peaceful moments that make this journey special!

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in England, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 5 nights in Bournemouth, 3 nights in Bath, 3 nights in Oxford, and 2 nights in Bakewell, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in England.

Your journey starts in Bournemouth, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 14-day relaxed road trip in England to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in England already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Stonehenge and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Roman Baths.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this England road trip itinerary for 14 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in England.

If you want to make your 14-day relaxed self-drive tour in England even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in England includes 13 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 14 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 14-day relaxed self-drive road trip in England today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Bournemouth - Arrival day
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  • Bournemouth Parks - Lower Gardens
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Your relaxed road trip through England starts when you reach the incredible town of Bournemouth, where you'll stay for 4 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Bournemouth and begin your adventure in England.

Bournemouth is a beautiful town with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the town 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 Bournemouth. 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 town.

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

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in Bournemouth.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in England. Enjoy your first taste of Bournemouth as you soak in the town’s unique vibe.

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Bournemouth
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Drive 7 km, 29 min

  • Bournemouth Beach
  • Boscombe Pier
  • Boscombe Chine Gardens
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Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about England. Check out all of the tours you can join this day of your leisurely self-drive holiday in England and ensure the experience of a lifetime.

Exploring the food culture in Bournemouth offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the town.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Bournemouth and unwind at the coolest bars in the town.

Look back at an amazing day filled with adventure in England. And don’t forget to get some rest so you can continue your relaxed holiday in England tomorrow with new energy.

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Bournemouth
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Drive 153 km, 2 hours 53 min

  • Durdle Door
  • Lulworth Cove
  • Corfe Castle
  • Greenhill Gardens
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On day 3 of your relaxed road trip in England, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Bournemouth and visit amazing attractions in West Lulworth, Corfe Castle, and Weymouth, just outside the town. You still have 2 nights left in Bournemouth, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

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

When it’s time to eat, the town has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Bournemouth, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Bournemouth.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across England.

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Bournemouth
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Drive 126 km, 2 hours 26 min

  • Stonehenge
  • Old Sarum
  • National Trust - Mompesson House
  • Salisbury Cathedral
  • Magna Carta Chapter House
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On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across England, you’ll explore the area around Bournemouth, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Bournemouth will make you fall even more in love with the town and uniqueness of England.

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

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Bournemouth has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the town.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in England!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Bournemouth
  • Bath
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Drive 109 km, 2 hours 12 min

  • The Holburne Museum
  • Pulteney Bridge
  • Bath Abbey
  • Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House & Museum
  • Thermae Bath Spa
  • Roman Baths
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Day 5 of your leisurely self-drive tour in England offers another chance for an in-depth travel experience. You’ll stay in Bath for 3 nights.

In Bath, you’ll find plenty of places to unwind after a day on the road. Our top recommendations go perfectly with your laid-back road trip in England.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Bath, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in Bath.

Toast to another unforgettable and relaxing road trip adventure in England!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Bath
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Drive 2 km, 35 min

  • Fashion Museum Bath
  • National Trust - Bath Assembly Rooms
  • The Circus
  • Royal Crescent
  • Royal Victoria Park, Bath
  • Milsom Street
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Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across England by joining a traveler-approved tour in Bournemouth. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Bournemouth that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in England more memorable.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of England. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Bath, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Bath and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Grab yourself a drink and savor every moment of your relaxed road trip experience in England!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Bath
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Drive 189 km, 3 hours 38 min

  • Lacock Abbey
  • Castle Combe - Water Lane
  • National Trust - Bibury
  • The Model Village
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Your relaxed road trip in England continues on day 7 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know England better by exploring the top attractions of Bath and beyond. With 1 night left in Bath, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the city.

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

Exploring the food culture in Bath offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Bath and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Raise your glass to celebrate another day of your laid-back and relaxed road trip experience in England!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Bath
  • Oxford
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Drive 134 km, 2 hours 5 min

  • Oxford Castle
  • Carfax Tower
  • Christ Church
  • Radcliffe Camera
  • University Church of St Mary the Virgin
  • Covered Market
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Day 8 of your relaxed road trip in England will take you on a self-paced journey to more than one incredible place in one day. See some of the best attractions in England, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

You'll be staying in Oxford on this laid-back road trip through England. You'll stay here for 3 nights.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of England. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Oxford, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Oxford and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Raise your glass to celebrate another day of your laid-back and relaxed road trip experience in England!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Oxford
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Drive 24 km, 1 hour 20 min

  • Oxford University Museum of Natural History
  • Magdalen College
  • Oxford Botanic Garden
  • Christ Church Meadow
  • Port Meadow
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On day 9 of your relaxed road trip in England, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Oxford and visit amazing attractions in Oxford and Binsey, just outside the city. You still have 2 nights left in Oxford, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

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

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

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of England. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Oxford, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in England.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in England!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Oxford
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Drive 181 km, 2 hours 54 min

  • Anne Hathaway's Cottage
  • Shakespeare's Birthplace
  • Stratford Butterfly Farm
  • Bancroft Gardens
  • Holy Trinity Church
  • Hall's Croft
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On day 10 of your relaxed road trip across England, you’ll explore the area around Oxford, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Oxford will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of England.

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

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in England, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Oxford.

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in Oxford.

Raise your glass and toast to another unforgettable, laid-back road trip adventure in England!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Oxford
  • Bakewell
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Drive 226 km, 2 hours 59 min

  • All Saints Church, Bakewell
  • Bakewell Old House Museum
  • Bakewell Bridge
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Day 11 of your easy, relaxed road trip through England lets you travel at your own pace and visit multiple places in a single day. By evening, drive toward the Bakewell, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 2 nights.

Continue your laid-back road trip in England as you make your way to Bakewell. Here, you’ll find top hotels and accommodations in the town, perfect for relaxing and recharging.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the town for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in England.

Soak in the unique atmosphere of Bakewell as you commemorate this day of your relaxed road trip with a toast. Cheers to a memorable, leisurely self-drive holiday in England!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Bakewell
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Drive 61 km, 1 hour 23 min

  • Chatsworth House
  • Blue John Cavern
  • Peak Cavern
  • Peveril Castle
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Your relaxed road trip in England continues on day 12 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know England better by exploring the top attractions of Bakewell and beyond. With 1 night left in Bakewell, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the town.

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

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the town for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Bakewell and unwind at some of the best bars in the town.

Cherish every minute of your relaxed road trip vacation across England.

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Bakewell
  • Bournemouth
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Drive 361 km, 4 hours 41 min

  • The Great Hall
  • Buttercross Monument
  • Winchester Cathedral
  • St Catherine's Hill, Hampshire
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Day 13 of your self-drive tour in England offers a chance to experience the country’s diversity. You’ll stay in Bournemouth for 1 night. Along the way, you’ll glimpse local life and explore some of the most remarkable places in England.

When you’re not exploring beautiful places, you can relax in Bournemouth. Here, you can choose from the best hotels and other accommodations as you get to know more about the culture in the town.

Exploring the food culture in Bournemouth offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the town.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Bournemouth. The bars in Bournemouth make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your leisurely paced road trip in England!

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Bournemouth - Departure day
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  • Bournemouth Pier
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Day 14 of your relaxed road trip in England is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Wrap up your shopping with a drink and some pastries at a cozy cafe.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 14 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 14-day relaxed road trip in England is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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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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