23 days in England Itinerary
Created using Inspirock England route planner
Start: Bournemouth
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Salisbury
— 6 nights
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Bath
— 2 nights
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Chippenham
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Cirencester
— 5 nights
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Swindon
— 3 nights
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Marlborough
— 2 nights
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Oxford
— 2 nights
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End: Bournemouth
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Salisbury — 6 nights
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Salisbury is a cathedral city in Wiltshire, England, and the only city within the county. Venture out of the city with trips to Hawk Conservancy Trust (in Weyhill), Beaulieu National Motor Museum (in Beaulieu) and Insight Activities Dorset (in Tolpuddle). And it doesn't end there: delve into the mystery of Stonehenge, look for all kinds of wild species at Harnham Water Meadows, make a trip to Old Sarum, and settle in for a delightful tour with Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park.
To find ratings, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read Salisbury travel itinerary planner.
Bournemouth to Salisbury is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Salisbury can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can go by car to Bath.
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Bournemouth to Salisbury is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Salisbury can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can go by car to Bath.
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Insight Activities Dorset, Hawk Conservancy Trust, Beaulieu National Motor Museum, Forest Falconry, Paultons 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 1st (Mon), admire the natural beauty at Longleat, then relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then admire the landmark architecture of Bath Abbey, and finally get engrossed in the history at The Roman Baths. On your second day here, see the interesting displays at Brunel's SS Great Britain, then explore the fascinating underground world of Cheddar Gorge, and then contemplate the long history of Wells Cathedral.
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Getting from Salisbury to Bath by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to drive to Chippenham.
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Chippenham — 2 nights
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Chippenham is a historic market town in Wiltshire, England, east of Bath and west of London. Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Wed): browse the exhibits of Chippenham Museum, then stroll through Bowood House and Gardens, and then stroll around John Coles Park. Keep things going the next day: get to know the fascinating history of Castle Combe Village, then admire the striking features of Lacock Abbey, and then don't miss a visit to Caen Hill Locks.
To see maps, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Chippenham driving holiday planner.
Chippenham is just a short distance from Bath. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Thu) so you can drive to Cirencester.
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Chippenham is just a short distance from Bath. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Thu) so you can drive to Cirencester.
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Cirencester — 5 nights
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Cirencester is a market town in east Gloucestershire, England, west northwest of London. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cirencester: Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens (in Burford), Hidcote Manor Garden (in Chipping Campden) and Broadway Tower (in Broadway). Next up on the itinerary: have some family-friendly fun at The Cotswold Range, delve into the distant past at Cirencester Amphitheatre, make a trip to The Model Village, and trek along Warden's Way.
To find more things to do, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read our Cirencester trip planner.
You can drive from Chippenham to Cirencester in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Swindon.
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To find more things to do, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read our Cirencester trip planner.
You can drive from Chippenham to Cirencester in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Swindon.
Side Trips
Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens, Warden's Way, Hidcote Manor Garden, Broadway Tower
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Swindon — 3 nights
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Swindon is a large town, in the ceremonial county of Wiltshire, South West England, midway between Bristol, 35mi to the west and Reading, 35mi to the east. Step out of Swindon with an excursion to Buscot House in Faringdon--about 32 minutes away. There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Lydiard Park, relax in the rural setting at Roves Farm, pause for some serene contemplation at St Mary's Lydiard Tregoze, and take in nature's colorful creations at Town Gardens.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Swindon travel site.
Swindon is very close to Cirencester. July in Swindon sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Marlborough.
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To find more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Swindon travel site.
Swindon is very close to Cirencester. July in Swindon sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Marlborough.
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Marlborough — 2 nights
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Marlborough is a market town and civil parish in the English county of Wiltshire on the Old Bath Road, the old main road from London to Bath. Start off your visit on the 13th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Avebury Stone Circle and then contemplate the long history of Crofton Beam Engines.
To find where to stay, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Marlborough trip maker tool.
Marlborough is just a stone's throw from Swindon. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Oxford.
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To find where to stay, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Marlborough trip maker tool.
Marlborough is just a stone's throw from Swindon. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Oxford.
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Oxford — 2 nights
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City of Dreaming Spires
A busy, cosmopolitan city, Oxford is perhaps best known for its ancient university.Start off your visit on the 14th (Sun): test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, then examine the collection at Pitt Rivers Museum, and then admire the landmark architecture of Bodleian Library. Here are some ideas for day two: examine the collection at Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology, then get the lay of the land with Walking tours, then steep yourself in history at Warwick Castle, and finally make a trip to Smith Street.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Oxford day trip planner.
Traveling by car from Marlborough to Oxford takes an hour. In July, daytime highs in Oxford are 27°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to drive back home.
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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.
