Luxury 5-Day England Road Trip from Manchester traveling south to Stratford-on-Avon and Birmingham

Your luxury holiday in England begins as soon as you reach the city of Manchester. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in England is Manchester - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Manchester.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Cathedral Gardens. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Manchester, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,029 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Manchester. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Manchester.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Fazenda Manchester. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,779 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Manchester.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Hawksmoor Manchester. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,765 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Flight Club Manchester is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Manchester, and has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,658 customers.

As your day in Manchester is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in England.

Make your way to Royal Exchange Theatre. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,968 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Port Street Beer House, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars among 2,146 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is THE BRITONS PROTECTION. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,777 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in England and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in England you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Manchester and the city of Stratford-on-Avon. You’ll stay in Stratford-on-Avon for 1 night.

Your day starts in Manchester. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Manchester Art Gallery your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,000 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this art museum and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Science and Industry Museum. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,320 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this science museum and attraction. In fact, this welcomes around 830,000 visitors annually.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Heaton Park. This english country house has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,059 visitors.

When you’re finished at the park, the perfect next stop is the popular National Trust - Dunham Massey. This spectacular park and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 10,384 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Manchester by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in England to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in England. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Manchester today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Stratford-on-Avon, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Garrick is one of the best bars you can visit in Stratford-on-Avon tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,565 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in England! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 3 of your luxury holiday in England, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Stratford-on-Avon and the city of Warwick. You’ll stay in Birmingham for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding The Mad Museum. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,290 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Shakespeare's Birthplace. This birth house and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 16,156 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Stratford-on-Avon is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in England. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of England’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Warwick.

Make your way to the incredible Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter in Warwick for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an exhibition room and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 82,133 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Birmingham.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in England, we recommend you try Adam's Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in Birmingham. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Purnells as one of the top restaurants in the city. Purnells is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 622 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Birmingham is The Canal House Bar & Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,244 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Bacchus Bar. This bar is considered one of the best in Birmingham and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,586 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Birmingham. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,002 customers.

Alternatively, go to The Ivy Temple Row. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Birmingham and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,888 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in England awaits!

On day 4 of your luxury road trip holiday in England you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Alrewas and the city of Manchester. You’ll stay in Manchester for 1 night.

Your day starts in Alrewas. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing National Memorial Arboretum your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 12,026 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this arboretum and attraction before you head there.

Make the most of your day in Alrewas by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in England to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in England. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Alrewas today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Manchester, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Richmond Tea Rooms, one of the best restaurants in Manchester. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,025 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Browns Manchester as one of their top choices in the city. Browns Manchester is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,970 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Manchester is Trof Northern Quarter. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Rain Bar is one of the best bars you can visit in Manchester tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,928 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Café Beermoth | Craft Beer Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,517 customers.

Alternatively, try Peaky Blinders Manchester. Peaky Blinders Manchester is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,781 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in England! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

Today is the last day of your 5-day luxury holiday in England and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Manchester before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in England by heading out to the stunning Alan Turing Memorial. This extraordinary best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,417 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Manchester.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Manchester, check out the menu at The Molly House. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,286 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Bill's Spinningfields Restaurant. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,281 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Sam's Chop House. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,198 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Manchester and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in England in your luggage!