39 days in United Kingdom Itinerary

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

For photos, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the London online tour planner .

Brisbane, Australia to London is an approximately 25-hour flight. You can also do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of train, bus, and flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Brisbane to London is minus 10 hours. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Brisbane in September: highs in London hover around 22°C, while lows dip to 12°C. You'll set off for Oxford on the 9th (Sat).

A busy, cosmopolitan city, Oxford is perhaps best known for its ancient university.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Walking Tours of Oxford, University of Oxford and Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology. On the 9th (Sat), gain interesting insight with Walking Tours of Oxford. Keep things going the next day: examine the collection at Pitt Rivers Museum and then see the interesting displays at Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology.

For photos, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, use the Oxford sightseeing planner.

Traveling by train from London to Oxford takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Mon) to allow time for travel to Thatcham.

Thatcham is a town in the historic county of Berkshire, England, centred 3 miles (5 km) east of Newbury, 14 miles (24 km) west of Reading and 54 miles (87 km) west of London. To find ratings, photos, maps, and other tourist information, use the Thatcham vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Oxford to Thatcham takes an hour. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in September, and nighttime lows around 11°C. On the 11th (Mon), you're off toAmesbury.

Amesbury is a town and civil parish in Wiltshire, England. Stonehenge has been added to your itinerary.

To see ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Amesbury itinerary maker.

You can drive from Thatcham to Amesbury in an hour. In September in Amesbury, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) so you can go by car to Bath.

A World Heritage Site, Bath has been one of Europe’s most popular spa destinations since the Roman era.

You've added Spas & Wellness, Bath Abbey, The Roman Baths, and other attractions to your itinerary. On the 12th (Tue), take in the local highlights with Walking tours, take an in-depth tour of The Roman Baths, then admire the landmark architecture of Bath City Church, then admire the landmark architecture of Bath Abbey, and finally relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers.

To find photos, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Bath travel itinerary planner.

You can drive from Amesbury to Bath in an hour. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in September, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Wed) so you can drive to Cheddar.

Cheddar is a large village and civil parish in the Sedgemoor district of the English county of Somerset. On the 13th (Wed), stop by Cheddar Gorge Cheese Co Ltd and then explore the stunning scenery at Cheddar Caves & Gorge.

To find where to stay and tourist information, use the Cheddar travel itinerary creator.

Drive from Bath to Cheddar in an hour. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus. In September in Cheddar, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Wed) to allow time for the car ride to Weymouth.

Weymouth is a seaside town in Dorset, England, situated on a sheltered bay at the mouth of the River Wey on the English Channel coast. Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Durdle Door & White Nothe Circular Walk.

For maps, photos, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Weymouth trip generator.

Traveling by car from Cheddar to Weymouth takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) so you can go by car to Exmouth.

Exmouth is a port town, civil parish and seaside resort in East Devon, England, sited on the east bank of the mouth of the River Exe. To see traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Exmouth vacation trip planner.

Traveling by car from Weymouth to Exmouth takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 11°C. On the 14th (Thu), you'll travel to Bristol.

Bristol is famous for its Georgian and Victorian architecture, street art, underground music, maritime history, and the world-famous Clifton Suspension Bridge.

You've now added Clifton Suspension Bridge to your itinerary.

For photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Bristol travel planner.

Traveling by car from Exmouth to Bristol takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 11°C. You will have some time to spend on the 15th (Fri) before leaving for Castle Combe.

Castle Combe is a village and civil parish in Wiltshire, England, about 5mi northwest of the town of Chippenham.The village has two parts: one is in the narrow valley of the By Brook, while Upper Castle Combe is on higher ground to the east, on the B4039 road which links Chippenham with Chipping Sodbury. To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Castle Combe vacation planner.

Castle Combe is very close to Bristol. In September, daily temperatures in Castle Combe can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 15th (Fri) to allow time for travel to Stroud.

Stroud is a market town and civil parish in the centre of Gloucestershire, England. You've now added Stroud Farmers' Market to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 15th (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gloucester Cathedral.

For traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Stroud travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Castle Combe to Stroud takes an hour. In September, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 11°C. You will have some time to spend on the 16th (Sat) before leaving for Stratford-upon-Avon.

Stratford-upon-Avon is a market town and civil parish in Warwickshire, England, on the River Avon, 101mi north west of London, 22mi south east of Birmingham, and 8mi south west of Warwick. To find traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Stratford-upon-Avon itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Stroud to Stratford-upon-Avon takes 1.5 hours. In September, daytime highs in Stratford-upon-Avon are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. You'll have a few hours on the 17th (Sun) to wrap things up before traveling to Warwick.

Warwick is the county town of Warwickshire, England. To find photos, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Warwick travel itinerary creator.

Warwick is just a short distance from Stratford-upon-Avon. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in September, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Sun) to allow enough time to take a train to Birmingham.

Britain's second-largest city, Birmingham was known as the City of a Thousand Trades and the Workshop of the World in the Victorian era.

For maps, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Birmingham trip itinerary planner.

Birmingham is very close to Warwick. In September in Birmingham, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 11°C at night. You will leave for Worcester on the 17th (Sun).

Worcester is a city in Worcestershire, England, southwest of Birmingham and north of Gloucester. For ratings, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, read our Worcester tour planner.

Getting from Birmingham to Worcester by train takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Worcester when traveling from Birmingham in September, with lows around 15°C. You'll set off for Monmouth on the 18th (Mon).

Monmouth is the historic county town of Monmouthshire, Wales. Puzzlewood has been added to your itinerary.

For traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Monmouth vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Worcester to Monmouth takes an hour. In September, daytime highs in Monmouth are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. On the 18th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Cardiff.

The capital of Wales, Cardiff is a very green city indeed, boasting more green space per person than any other place in the country.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Mon): take a leisurely stroll along Cardiff Bay Wales.

For where to stay, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Cardiff trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by car from Monmouth to Cardiff takes an hour. In September, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) early enough to drive to Llanberis.

Llanberis is a village in Gwynedd, northwest Wales, on the southern bank of the lake Llyn Padarn and at the foot of Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales. Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Zip World as well as Snowdon Mountain Railway. Start off your visit on the 19th (Tue): take an in-depth tour of National Slate Museum and then get outside with Zip World.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read Llanberis travel planner.

Traveling by car from Cardiff to Llanberis takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, bus, and train; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Llandudno.

Llandudno is a seaside resort, town and community in Conwy County Borough, Wales, located on the Creuddyn peninsula, which protrudes into the Irish Sea. For more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Llandudno vacation builder.

You can drive from Llanberis to Llandudno in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In September, daytime highs in Llandudno are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. On the 20th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Liverpool.

Famous for being the birthplace of the Beatles, Liverpool is a vibrant city with an outstanding cultural heritage.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Wed): examine the collection at Merseyside Maritime Museum and then take in the pleasant sights at Albert Dock.

To find more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Liverpool trip itinerary builder.

You can drive from Llandudno to Liverpool in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In September in Liverpool, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 13°C at night. On the 21st (Thu), you'll travel to Windermere.

Windermere is the largest natural lake in England. You've now added Orrest Head to your itinerary.

For maps, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Windermere vacation trip planner.

Traveling by car from Liverpool to Windermere takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. September in Windermere sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Thu) to allow time to drive to Keswick.

Keswick is an English market town and civil parish, historically in Cumberland, and since 1974 in the Borough of Allerdale in Cumbria. To find photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Keswick travel planner.

Keswick is just a short distance from Windermere. September in Keswick sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 13°C at night. You'll set off for Glasgow on the 22nd (Fri).

Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is known for its cultural heritage and the friendliness of its people.

On the 22nd (Fri), tour the pleasant surroundings at Kelvingrove Park and then get a taste of the local shopping with Buchanan Street.

For where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Glasgow travel itinerary creator.

You can drive from Keswick to Glasgow in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Traveling from Keswick in September, Glasgow is slightly colder at night with lows of 10°C. You will leave for Fort William on the 23rd (Sat).

Fort William is the second largest settlement in the Highlands of Scotland with around 10,000 inhabitants – and the largest town: only the city of Inverness is larger.Fort William is a major tourist centre, with Glen Coe just to the south, Aonach Mòr to the east and Glenfinnan to the west, on the Road to the Isles. Nevis Range Mountain Resort has been added to your itinerary.

To see ratings, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, use the Fort William trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Glasgow to Fort William takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. On the 23rd (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Fort Augustus.

Fort Augustus is a settlement in the parish of Boleskine and Abertarff, at the south west end of Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands. Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Fort Augustus as well as Eilean Donan Castle. Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): steep yourself in history at Fort Augustus.

For ratings, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Fort Augustus holiday planner.

Getting from Fort William to Fort Augustus by car takes about an hour. In September, daytime highs in Fort Augustus are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 24th (Sun) to allow time for travel to Isle of Skye.

Blessed with picturesque lochs and a dramatic, rocky coastline, the far-flung Isle of Skye remains one of Scotland's most beloved destinations.

Kilt Rock has been added to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 24th (Sun): take in the dramatic natural features at Kilt Rock. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the dramatic natural features at Quiraing (Hill Walk), stop by Skye Batiks, then contemplate the waterfront views at Portree Harbour, and finally stop by The Basement.

To find other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Isle of Skye custom trip planner.

Explore your travel options from Fort Augustus to Isle of Skye with the Route module. In September, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 11°C. You will have some time to spend on the 26th (Tue) before leaving for Inverness.

Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Loch Ness by Jacobite. On the 26th (Tue), get outside with Loch Ness by Jacobite.

For ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Inverness sightseeing planner.

Traveling by car from Isle of Skye to Inverness takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. In September in Inverness, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Wed) to allow time for the car ride to Pitlochry.

Pitlochry is a burgh in the county of Perthshire in Scotland, lying on the River Tummel. To see ratings, maps, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Pitlochry travel planner.

You can drive from Inverness to Pitlochry in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) early enough to drive to Edinburgh.

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes The Real Mary King's Close as well as Calton Hill. There's lots more to do: explore the historical opulence of Edinburgh Castle, make a trip to The Royal Mile, learn more about the world around you at National Museum of Scotland, and brush up on your knowledge of spirits at The Scotch Whisky Experience.

For photos, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Edinburgh holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Pitlochry to Edinburgh takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September in Edinburgh, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 9°C at night. You will leave for Hexham on the 2nd (Mon).

Hexham is a market town and civil parish in Northumberland, England, south of the River Tyne, and was the administrative centre for the Tynedale district from 1974 to 2009. To find more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Hexham vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Edinburgh to Hexham takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In October, daily temperatures in Hexham can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Newcastle upon Tyne.

One of the hippest urban centers in the northeastern part of the country, Newcastle upon Tyne once had a reputation for being an industrial wasteland with little to offer casual tourists.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): appreciate the history behind The Angel of the North and then snap pictures at Gateshead Millennium Bridge.

To see photos, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Newcastle upon Tyne travel itinerary planner.

Newcastle upon Tyne is just a stone's throw from Hexham. In October, daily temperatures in Newcastle upon Tyne can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. You'll set off for Durham on the 3rd (Tue).

Durham is a historic city and the county town of County Durham in North East England. Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Captain Cook Memorial Museum Whitby as well as Durham Cathedral. On the 3rd (Tue), step into the grandiose world of Durham Castle, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Durham Cathedral, and then get engrossed in the history at Captain Cook Memorial Museum Whitby.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, use the Durham trip itinerary maker.

Durham is very close to Newcastle upon Tyne. In October, plan for daily highs up to 15°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can take a train to York.

Situated on the confluence of the rivers Ouse and Foss, York has witnessed an abundance of major political events throughout its two millennia of existence.

You've now added The Original Viking Walk to your itinerary. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of York City Walls, admire the striking features of York Minster, then take a stroll through York Shambles, then admire the striking features of St William's College, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Holy Trinity Church, Goodramgate.

To see photos, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, use the York custom trip planner.

Traveling by train from Durham to York takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive. In October, daily temperatures in York can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) to allow enough time to take a train to Sheffield.

A major industrial and cultural center, Sheffield is renowned for its green open spaces, art galleries, and state-of-the-art sports facilities.

The Botanical Gardens has been added to your itinerary.

For other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Sheffield vacation planner.

Traveling by train from York to Sheffield takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 14°C in October, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Sutton in Ashfield.

Sutton-in-Ashfield is a market town in the Ashfield district of Nottinghamshire, England, with a population of around 45,800. To see traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Sutton in Ashfield trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by car from Sheffield to Sutton in Ashfield takes an hour. In October in Sutton in Ashfield, expect temperatures between 16°C during the day and 9°C at night. You'll set off for Cambridge on the 7th (Sat).

Steeped in history and tradition, Cambridge is renowned for its ancient colleges and sprawling green gardens.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes University of Cambridge, Trinity College and The River Cam.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read Cambridge itinerary maker.

You can drive from Sutton in Ashfield to Cambridge in 2.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Cambridge can reach 18°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sun) so you can take a train to London.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Speed Boats Tours, Walking tours, Hyde Park, and other attractions. Enjoy London some more: make a trip to Buckingham Palace, take in the views from Tower Bridge, take a stroll through Hampstead, and explore the world behind art at British Museum.

For photos, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our London itinerary builder.

Getting from Cambridge to London by train takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or take a bus. On the 14th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.