21 days in England Itinerary
Created using Inspirock England travel route planner
Start: Leeds
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Nottingham
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Cambridge
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Chelmsford
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Plymouth
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Bath
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Salisbury
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Portsmouth
— 3 nights
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End: Croydon
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Nottingham — 3 nights
Queen of the Midlands
With its historic connection to the legend of Robin Hood, Nottingham is a vibrant blend of medieval and modern.Nottingham is known for nightlife, fun & games, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, admire the landmark architecture of Wollaton Hall and Park, don't miss a visit to Holme Pierrepont Hall, and take in nature's colorful creations at Bulwell Forest Garden.
To find more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Nottingham route planner.
Leeds to Nottingham is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. In July in Nottingham, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Cambridge.
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Cambridge — 3 nights
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City of Perspiring Dreams
Steeped in history and tradition, Cambridge is renowned for its ancient colleges and sprawling green gardens.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cambridge: Norwich (Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell, Room Escape Games, &more). And it doesn't end there: do a tasting at Cambridgeshire Wine School, pause for some serene contemplation at St Giles' Church, explore the different monuments and memorials at Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial, and admire the masterpieces at Fitzwilliam Museum.
To find maps, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Cambridge online holiday maker.
Traveling by car from Nottingham to Cambridge takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in July, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to drive to Chelmsford.
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Chelmsford — 1 night
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Chelmsford is the principal settlement of the City of Chelmsford and the county town of Essex, in the East of England. Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): view the masterpieces at Hayletts Gallery, let the kids burn off some steam at Promenade Park, then take in nature's colorful creations at RHS Garden Hyde Hall, and finally learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Tropical Wings Zoo.
To see traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Chelmsford trip builder site.
You can drive from Cambridge to Chelmsford in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. July in Chelmsford sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Sat) to allow time for the flight to Plymouth.
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To see traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Chelmsford trip builder site.
You can drive from Cambridge to Chelmsford in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. July in Chelmsford sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Sat) to allow time for the flight to Plymouth.
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Plymouth — 5 nights
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Spirit of Discovery
Once an important departure point for immigrants sailing for the New World, Plymouth is now mostly known for being one of the world’s most impressive natural harbors.Venture out of the city with trips to Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden (in St Ives), St. Michael's Mount (in Marazion) and Land's End Landmark (in Sennen). There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Plymouth Synagogue, appreciate the history behind Naval Memorial, get to know the resident critters at Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, and take a stroll through The Barbican.
For traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Plymouth tour builder tool.
Traveling by flight from Chelmsford to Plymouth takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can drive to Bath.
Side Trips
Torquay, Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, St. Michael's Mount, Land's End Landmark, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park
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Bath — 2 nights
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Queen of English Cities
A World Heritage Site, Bath has been one of Europe’s most popular spa destinations since the Roman era.On the 13th (Thu), browse the exhibits of American Museum & Gardens, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, get engrossed in the history at The Roman Baths, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bath Abbey, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Manvers Street Baptist Church. On the 14th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: examine the collection at Brunel's SS Great Britain, snap pictures at Clifton Suspension Bridge, then admire the striking features of Wells Cathedral, and finally stop by Star Child Glastonbury.
To find traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Bath trip tool.
You can drive from Plymouth to Bath in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Salisbury.
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Salisbury — 3 nights
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Salisbury is a cathedral city in Wiltshire, England, and the only city within the county. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Salisbury: Hawk Conservancy Trust (in Weyhill), Black Dam Ponds (in Basingstoke) and Highclere Castle (in Highclere). And it doesn't end there: delve into the distant past at Stonehenge, appreciate the extensive heritage of Stonehenge Public Access Footpath, admire the striking features of Salisbury Guildhall, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.
To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Salisbury day trip website.
Getting from Bath to Salisbury by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Salisbury are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can go by car to Portsmouth.
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To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Salisbury day trip website.
Getting from Bath to Salisbury by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Salisbury are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can go by car to Portsmouth.
Side Trips
Stonehenge Public Access Footpath, Black Dam Ponds, Highclere Castle, Hawk Conservancy Trust, Bombay Sapphire Distillery
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Portsmouth — 3 nights
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Portsmouth is a port city and unitary authority in the ceremonial English county of Hampshire and is located south-west of London and south-east of Southampton. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Portsmouth: Hospital of St Cross (in Winchester), Beaulieu National Motor Museum (in Beaulieu) and Room Escape Games (in Southampton). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at The Mary Rose, admire the striking features of Chichester Cathedral, learn about all things military at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, and get in on the family fun at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort.
To see more things to do, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read our Portsmouth road trip planner.
You can drive from Salisbury to Portsmouth in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. In July, daytime highs in Portsmouth are 25°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. You will have some time to spend on the 21st (Fri) before leaving for home.
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To see more things to do, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read our Portsmouth road trip planner.
You can drive from Salisbury to Portsmouth in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. In July, daytime highs in Portsmouth are 25°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. You will have some time to spend on the 21st (Fri) before leaving for home.
Side Trips
Windsor, Chichester Cathedral, Hospital of St Cross, Beaulieu National Motor Museum, Room Escape Games
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England travel guide
A trip through England is a trip through world history, and few places in the world offer such a diverse variety of places to visit, activities, and experiences. The sprawling urban areas surrounding the capital city offer countless sightseeing opportunities, such as museums and historical sites, as well as some of the best shopping, nightlife, and culinary options in the world. To truly experience this country steeped in centuries of history, try to make time to explore the sweeping countryside, where you can enjoy the warm hospitality of small villages and explore the ancient remains of once-powerful societies. England boasts an outstanding transportation system, and many visitors find that even a short train ride through the country’s landscape of rolling hills and plains can be a highlight of their entire vacation. However you choose to move about, remember that in this compact country you’re never very far from a bustling town, where modern pubs, shops, and restaurants await to be explored.
