Southwest England & Wales
Visit England & Wales!
Visit three cities in England and Wales! Drive from city to city independently and enjoy taking your time. Go sightseeing in Salisbury, Cardiff, and Oxford! Continue your vacation in London by choosing the 9-night option.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to London (LHR)
- Manual rental car - upgrade to automatic available
- Pick-up LHR upon arrival, and drop-off LHR on Day 8
- 2 nights in Salisbury at the Best Western Red Lion Hotel, or similar
- 3 nights in Cardiff at the Clayton Hotel Cardiff, or similar
- 2 nights in Oxford at the Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre, or similar
- 2 nights in London at the Thistle Kensington Gardens or similar
- London Explorer Pass
- Breakfast Daily
Great Ways to Explore
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Experience three cities in two countries!
Visit historic buildings and ancient landmarks.
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Many sites and tours included, with free time to explore additional attractions as you please!
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Enjoy comfortable and welcoming accommodations throughout.
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Immerse yourself in the local culture and learn about the history of the UK.
This 9-night trip centers around stops in Salisbury, Cardiff, and Oxford, capped off by two nights in London. You'll drive yourself from city to city, which allows the luxury of stopping to see historical sites along the way. Fly into London Heathrow, pick up your rental car, and begin your adventure!
The first stop is in Salisbury, where you'll spend two nights in the city center. Spend time exploring the surrounding area before continuing on to Cardiff. Here, you'll enjoy three nights and the opportunity to experience the best sights of the city! Spend your second full day as you please - we recommend a trip to Brecon Beacons National Park!
From Cardiff, continue on to Oxford where you'll spend two nights. You'll have extra time here to explore this historic city and all of its landmarks!
A highlight of this itinerary is the two-night stay in London to end your trip! You'll return your rental car to Heathrow before proceeding to the city center to check into your hotel. A London Explorer Pass is included for you to take advantage of some of the city's best attractions. Visit Westminster Abbey, shop at Covent Garden, catch a show on the West End, and more before you fly home!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to London (LHR)
- Manual rental car - upgrade to automatic available
- Pick-up LHR upon arrival, and drop-off LHR on Day 8
- 2 nights in Salisbury at the Best Western Red Lion Hotel, or similar
- 3 nights in Cardiff at the Clayton Hotel Cardiff, or similar
- 2 nights in Oxford at the Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre, or similar
- 2 nights in London at the Thistle Kensington Gardens or similar
- London Explorer Pass
- Breakfast Daily
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Experience three cities in two countries!
Visit historic buildings and ancient landmarks.
-
Many sites and tours included, with free time to explore additional attractions as you please!
-
Enjoy comfortable and welcoming accommodations throughout.
-
Immerse yourself in the local culture and learn about the history of the UK.
This 9-night trip centers around stops in Salisbury, Cardiff, and Oxford, capped off by two nights in London. You'll drive yourself from city to city, which allows the luxury of stopping to see historical sites along the way. Fly into London Heathrow, pick up your rental car, and begin your adventure!
The first stop is in Salisbury, where you'll spend two nights in the city center. Spend time exploring the surrounding area before continuing on to Cardiff. Here, you'll enjoy three nights and the opportunity to experience the best sights of the city! Spend your second full day as you please - we recommend a trip to Brecon Beacons National Park!
From Cardiff, continue on to Oxford where you'll spend two nights. You'll have extra time here to explore this historic city and all of its landmarks!
A highlight of this itinerary is the two-night stay in London to end your trip! You'll return your rental car to Heathrow before proceeding to the city center to check into your hotel. A London Explorer Pass is included for you to take advantage of some of the city's best attractions. Visit Westminster Abbey, shop at Covent Garden, catch a show on the West End, and more before you fly home!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to Salisbury!
Welcome to England! Pick up your car from Heathrow Airport upon arrival and proceed to Salisbury. The drive takes about two hours. Check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day at-leisure.
A Tip For Your Trip: You can upgrade your car from manual to automatic, but be sure to do it before your trip begins!
Built in a traditional style with a stunning courtyard, the Red Lion is a perfect place to enjoy the countryside. Set in a beautiful 13th-century building, the Red Lion Hotel has an award-winning restaurant furnished with antiques. Handmade furnishings made on site feature in each individually decorated room. Located in Salisbury's historic city center, Red Lion is a short walk from the cathedral.
Stunning views, relaxing tranquility and luxury accommodation come together at 4* Rose & Crown Hotel Salisbury Wiltshire to create the perfect getaway in the historic city of Salisbury. This 13th Century riverside coaching inn is as picturesque as the views it commands of Salisbury Cathedral and is just a short walk from all the shops, sights and sounds of the city. Just a little further afield is Stonehenge, New Forest, Longleat, Bath and many other fantastic attractions.
We have a number of different styles of guest rooms at Rose & Crown Hotel Salisbury Wiltshire. Take in the history of the hotel and stay in one of our rooms in the 13th Century section. Here rooms have been lovingly restored to complement the original oak beams and panelling but yet have subtle modern conveniences. Garden Wing Executive Rooms are spacious with some rooms located on the ground floor providing doors opening directly onto our garden and riverside watching the wildlife on the river and watching the sunset over the cathedral.
Rose & Crown Hotel Salisbury Wiltshire is also home to Rivers Edge Waterfront Restaurant, Bar and Terrace which serves a mouth-watering range of traditional and modern dishes in elegant yet relaxed surroundings. If the weather permits you can even enjoy these delicious dishes out on the terrace area overlooking the river.
What’s more, Rose & Crown Hotel Salisbury Wiltshire also boasts free onsite parking, an excellent room service menu and free WiFi internet access in all rooms and public areas.
Day 2. Salisbury
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel to start your day. Consider visiting and exploring Stonehedge today! Â We recommend that you plan to spend at least two hours at Stonehenge. Make your way back to Salisbury and treat yourself to dinner at one of the restaurants in the area.
Day 3. Salisbury - Cardiff
Wake up and enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, you'll drive from Salisbury to Cardiff! The drive will take 2.5- 3 hours.
Stop along the way at Dyrham Park to stretch your legs, explore the gardens, and have a bite to eat! Check into your hotel in Cardiff and explore the surrounding area before trying delicious Welsh cuisine at a local restaurant.
Clayton Hotel Cardiff is one of the most centrally located hotels in Cardiff city centre, nestled between some of Cardiff’s most iconic sights and a few minutes' walk to the shopping and business hubs of the city and right next to Cardiff’s central train station and bus station. Our 4-star hotel is in the ideal place for shopping in St. David’s Shopping Centre and iconic venues including Wales Millennium Centre, The Principality Stadium & much more.
Situated between the City Center and the Coast of Barry Island, the Copthorne Hotel Cardiff is a lovely and calm oasis in the beautiful Welsh countryside. Ideally located a short drive outside of the center of Cardiff, the 4-star Copthorne Cardiff makes a wonderful base to explore the Welsh coastline and the vibrant capital. The hotel’s 135 rooms are spacious and welcoming, and offer complimentary Wi-Fi. On-site dining features Raglans Restaurant and Burges Bar, both featuring fresh, locally sourced, seasonal menus.
Day 4. Cardiff
Spend a full day exploring the capital city of Wales! Cardiff is a compact city that's easy to navigate, with so much to see and do! Cardiff Castle, with its enchanting fairy tale towers, enjoys a history spanning almost 2,000 years. The National Museum Cardiff consists of 15 galleries, and houses the best collection of impressionist paintings outside of Paris - plus it's free!  Perhaps pay a visit to Principality Stadium (home to Welsh rugby), enjoy a scenic walk around Cardiff Bay, or browse amongst the unique shops of the charming Victorian arcades.
Day 5. Cardiff
Today you have the option of exploring more of Cardiff's city center, or perhaps taking a day trip to Brecon Beacons National Park.
About 2 hours away, Brecon Beacons is one of Wales' finest attractions. With breathtaking views and stunning scenery all around, it's a great option if you're feeling adventurous!Â
Day 6. Cardiff - Oxford
Wake up and enjoy breakfast at your hotel before continuing your journey. Today you'll enjoy driving from Cardiff to Oxford, which will take about 2 hours. Take your time and stop to see some incredible sites along the way including the 17th Century Pack Bridge in Bristol and the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway in Swindon! Check into your hotel in Oxford and spend the rest of the day exploring the area.
Make your retreat to Courtyard Oxford City Centre. Nestled in the heart of Oxford city centre, this hotel provides guests unparalleled access to local attractions like Oxford University, Bicester Village, Oxford Castle, Westgate Centre and so much more. Take in stunning castle views from the rooftop terrace or dine at the welcoming restaurant, offering modern English classics in the heart of this world-famous University City.Â
Located just about 8 miles away from the mystical and historical city of Oxford, the Doubletree by Hilton sits within 17 acres of fresh countryside land. Fully equipped with a fitness center, indoor pool, an on-site Rycote Restaurant featuring locally-grown ingredients, and more, the Doubletree in Oxford presents guests with a warm and welcoming stay in one of England's prettiest small towns. The real highlight of the hotel, aside from the outstanding garden and décor, is the incredibly serene spa with a heated pool, sauna, massage table, and a myriad of other pampering treatments.
A tennis court is also available to guests, as well as a golf course just a few blocks away. For outdoor attractions, guests are but a mere 12 minute drive away from Blenheim Palace; 25 minutes from Bicester Village; and 10 miles away from the Covered Market and England's prestigious Oxford University. With so many activities to do near the hotel, as well as rooms with free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service, a stay at the Doubletree by Hilton in Oxford will surely be one for the books.
Experience exquisite luxury at the leading 5-star Randolph Hotel. Indulge in mouthwatering cuisine at its award-winning restaurant, pamper yourself at its sensuous spa, and work all your stresses away in the fitness center. Feel like royalty knowing that this hotel has played host to several prime ministers and presidents. Explore the world-famous University City of Oxford from this perfectly located ideal base.Â
As you walk through this grand hotel, admire its elegant decor that mixes traditional rich colors and fabrics with modern furnishings. Head to your spacious room and find a large cozy bed, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, complimentary water, and much more. When it's time to eat, head to the hotel's Acanthus Restaurant and enjoy a delicious meal prepared by acclaimed chefs with only the finest, freshest ingredients. Unwind with a drink at the hotel's renowned Morse Bar, named after the world-famous Inspector Morse, or relax in the stylish Cartoon Bar. Be sure to head to the Drawing Room for an unforgettable Afternoon Tea experience!Â
Day 7. Oxford
Consider making a trip to the Blenheim Palace today! This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts a 17th-century home and garden on the River Glyme.
Head into Oxford city center for the evening to explore more of what this historic area has to offer, including the University of Oxford and Oxford Castle.
Day 8. Oxford - London
Wake up and grab breakfast at your hotel before taking the 1-hour drive from Oxford to London Heathrow. You'll drop your car off and proceed to your hotel in central London! Spend the rest of the evening enjoying the city sights, or relaxing in your comfy hotel room.
A Tip For Your Trip: After dropping off your car at Heathrow Airport, consider making your way to your hotel via the Heathrow Express!
Recently refurbished to the highest standards, the Thistle Kensington Gardens Hotel has the best of London right on the doorstep. Hyde Park is literally across the road from the hotel, while the West End shops and theaters are just a short cab ride away. Close to the hotel is Kensington Palace, which was home to Diana, Princess of Wales, and the famous Gardens that give the hotel its name. Fashionable and stylish Kensington High Street is a short stroll away. The Thistle Kensington Gardens hotel has 175 rooms, including spacious executive bedrooms offering wonderful views over Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens.
Just across the way from the Paddington Underground and Rail Station,the Hilton London Paddington awaits as the perfect resting place to enjoy luxurious nights and allow city-wide exploration during the day. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant, the bar, daily breakfast, concierge services, tour and ticket assistance, currency exchanges, room service, free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, fitness facilities, and more.Â
Rooms are comfortable and spacious, featuring a flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning, coffee and tea making facilities, complimentary bottled water, a desk, a safe, a minibar, and a private bathroom complete with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Some rooms also feature a sitting area.With Little Venice, as well as the Regent's Canal, Hyde Park, and the West End shops, clubs, and theaters just 10 minutes away, there is plenty of opportunity for excitement. Heathrow Airport is just 15 minutes away, and London City Airport is just 10 miles from the property.
Located in the bustling Holland Park district is the accommodating Hilton London Kensington Hotel. Just 10 miles away from Heathrow Airport, this modern hotel is situated near a retail city center and a few of London's most popular tourist attractions. Some of which include Kensington Palace and Gardens, Battersea Park, and the Chelsea Football Club.
During your stay at this wonderful accommodation, enjoy access to a fitness center, room and concierge services, and an on-site restaurant. Within the guest rooms, visitors are provided complimentary beverages, bathrobes, slippers, and an array of elegant bedding accessories. The rooms are crafted in a contemporary style that features flat-screen televisions, a work desk, a mini-refrigerator, and air-conditioning!Â
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel serves Hot and cold buffet breakfasts (surcharges apply). Recreational amenities include a fitness facility. This 4-star property has a business center and offers a meeting/conference room, secretarial services, and audio-visual equipment. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available in public areas. This London property has event space consisting of banquet facilities and conference/meeting rooms.
The Clermont, Victoria is located steps from Victoria Station and just minutes from Buckingham Palace. Guest rooms are equipped with complimentary WiFi, complimentary essential oil-infused toiletries, coffee/tea making facilities, bathrobes, and slippers. Enjoy a meal, afternoon tea, or evening cocktail at the hotel's restaurant or bar. Then walk to one of the handful of nearby theaters to catch an evening show! Plus, with the hotel's prime location, you'll find that the entire city is easily accessible no matter where you wish to go.
Day 9. London
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before exploring London! Your London Explorer Pass grants you access to three of London's finest attractions from a list of 20, including the London Eye, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's Cathedral, and more. Spend the day exploring at your own pace, perhaps catching a West End performance to cap off your trip!
A Tip For Your Trip: Your London Explorer Pass can be used from the moment you arrive in London on Day 8, so you can spread out your sightseeing accordingly.
London Explorer Pass (3 Choices)
The Go London Explorer Pass is a flexible multi-attraction pass that allows London visitors to unlock their favorite attractions and tours around the city. Choose 3 London attractions from a list of London’s most popular attractions, and create your own itinerary, at your own pace. Included are such top London landmarks as Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower Bridge, as well as city tours such as a one-day Big Bus London Hop-On-Hop-Off tour and Thames River Cruise.
The benefits of your Go London Explorer Pass are as follows:
• Included entry into multiple attractions, with one Pass
• Ultimate flexibility in planning your own vacation
• Link to a comprehensive guidebook, with useful information on London attractions
• Passes available in print or digitally – print at home, or use on the free Go City app
There is no need to select which attractions you'd like to see before you purchase the Pass; you can pick and choose any of the Explorer attractions as you go. This allows you to change your mind and wait and see how you feel in the moment. Just download your Pass onto the Go City mobile app and use it right from your phone, or print your Pass at home from your confirmation email. From there, all you have to do is present your Go City London Explorer Pass to be scanned at each attraction, and you’re in! You'll receive the Pass digitally in your client portal after you've purchased, and you'll then have the option to print off your Pass at home or download it onto the free Go City app and use it straight from your phone. Once you have your Pass, it's ready to use. All you have to do is turn up at your first chosen attraction and get your Pass scanned for admission (please check individual attractions for reservation details, in case you need to book beforehand). The Go City app is free and available for both Apple and Android devices. The app includes your Pass(es), Go London Explorer Pass guidebook, itineraries, and more. After activation, your Explorer Pass will remain valid for the next 60 days.
Day 10. Depart England
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before making your way to Heathrow Airport for your flight home!
A Tip For Your Trip: A great option to get to Heathrow Airport for your flight home is the Heathrow Express train from Paddington Station!
Fly home!
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