Explore England & Wales with B&Bs

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Put adventure in drive! Experience the very best of England and Wales on this 7-night adventure. Pick up your car in Manchester, England and feel free to explore nearby cities, like Liverpool and Chester! Cross the border into Wales and explore from coast to countryside. Visit Anglesey, Llandudno, Aberystwyth, Pembrokeshire, and other stunning seaside destina...

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Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 10 days!

What's this trip about?

    Put adventure in drive! Experience the very best of England and Wales on this 7-night adventure. Pick up your car in Manchester, England and feel free to explore nearby cities, like Liverpool and Chester! Cross the border into Wales and explore from coast to countryside. Visit Anglesey, Llandudno, Aberystwyth, Pembrokeshire, and other stunning seaside destinations. Then, head inland and check off the must-see city of Cardiff, as well as the one and only Snowdonia National Park! Enjoy homey stays at B&Bs, where friendly hosts will share tips and suggestions for your journey. B&Bs are a great way to truly immerse yourself in local culture! The last leg of your trip will take place in England. Journey past Oxford and the Cotswolds to Shakespeare's Birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon! Enjoy two nights in this fascinating town, and feel free to roam around to nearby destinations. 

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityManchester
End CityEngland

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • United Kingdom
  • England

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare into Manchester (MAN), out of London (LHR)
    • Manual rental car– upgrade to automatic available Pick up Manchester Airport and drop off London Heathrow Airport 5 nights in Wales B&Bs of your choice* – upgrades available after booking
    • 2 nights in Stratford-upon-Avon at the Doubletree by Hilton Stratford-upon-Avon, or similar
    • Breakfast Daily *Note: YourB&B vouchers are valid for stays in Circle B&B properties throughout England,as well as Wales, allowing for greater flexibility in your itinerary.

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Manchester!

Touch down in the UK - the land of quaint villages, afternoon tea, and classy cities! Upon arrival in Manchester, pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin.

Keep in mind that your B&B vouchers are valid for stays in England and Wales. So, if...

Day 2 Wales B&B

After a scrumptious English breakfast, grab your camera and hit the road! If you haven't already, you may want to hit Liverpool, the historically musical city made famous by The Beatles. Be sure to stop in Chester before you cross the border into Wales!

T...

Day 3 Wales B&B

Today, head to the one and only Snowdonia National Park! Just an 80-minute drive from central Anglesey, Snowdonia is packed with unbeatable natural beauty. Gawk at soaring mountains, then find peaceful waterfalls and sparkling lakes. You may even spot some frie...

Day 4 Wales B&B

Recharge with a delicious breakfast, then enjoy another day of exploration! You may want to spend more time discovering the beauty of Snowdonia today. Find Mount Snowdon, Caernafon Castle, Swallow Falls, and other scenic points. Make sure to carve out time for ...

Day 5 Wales B&B

Enjoy a beautiful morning! Today, you may want to drive to Wales' vibrant capital: Cardiff. Check out Cardiff Castle, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff Central Market, and tons of museums!

You may want to find a cute B&B near beautiful Brecon Beacons for the night!

Day 6 Wales B&B - Stratford-upon-Avon

Wake up and smell the adventure! Indulge in a delightful breakfast, then take a scenic drive back over the border into England. Make your way to Stratford-upon-Avon, a charming medieval market town, which also happens to be the 16th-century birthplace of Willia...

Day 7 Stratford-upon-Avon

Rise and shine! Spend the morning strolling the streets of charming Stratford-upon-Avon.

Today, you might want to take a quick drive to the nearby Cotswolds! Follow hilly rolling countryside to quaint villages, stone cottages, and family-run shops and re...

Day 8 Depart England

Squeeze all your souvenirs into your suitcase and head to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Say goodbye to your rental car, then find your gate. Spend your flight home replaying wonderful memories and dreaming about your next adventure! 

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