48 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.

London is known for museums, nightlife, shopping, historic sites, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take in panoramic vistas at Coca-Cola London Eye, explore the world behind art at National Gallery, get engrossed in the history at British Museum, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Westminster Abbey.

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Exeter to London is an approximately 2.5-hour train ride. You can also drive; or fly. In October, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) 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'll find plenty of places to visit near York: Durham (Durham Cathedral & Durham Climbing Centre). There's much more to do: examine the collection at National Railway Museum, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, explore and take pictures at York Motorsports Village, and take in the spiritual surroundings of York Minster.

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Traveling by train from London to York takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, bus, and train; or drive. In October, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can go by car to Grasmere.

Grasmere is a village and tourist destination in the centre of the English Lake District. Venture out of the city with trips to Stott Park Bobbin Mill (in Ulverston), Michael Coates Clay Shooting (in Windermere) and Buttermere (in Buttermere). There's still lots to do: trek along Catbells Lakeland Walk, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Helvellyn, step into the grandiose world of Castle Crag, and take some stellar pictures from Orrest Head.

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Getting from York to Grasmere by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) early enough to drive to Edinburgh.

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

Edinburgh is known for historic sites, museums, nature, nightlife, and childrens museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the historical opulence of Edinburgh Castle, learn more about the world around you at National Museum of Scotland, don't miss a visit to The Royal Mile, and admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.

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Getting from Grasmere to Edinburgh by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 15°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Fort William.

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. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Fort William: Highland Titles Nature Reserve (in Duror), Glenfinnan Viaduct (in Glenfinnan) and Camusdarach Beach (in Arisaig). There's lots more to do: admire the verdant scenery at Glencoe, look for all kinds of wild species at Glen Etive, explore the striking landscape at Glen Roy National Nature Reserve, and make a trip to Ballachulish Slate Quarry.

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Getting from Edinburgh to Fort William by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and bus; or take a train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Aviemore.

Aviemore is a town and tourist resort, situated within the Cairngorms National Park in the Highlands of Scotland. Spend the 7th (Wed) exploring nature at Glenmore Forest Park. There's still lots to do: get outside with Loch Morlich Watersports, look for gifts at The Potting Shed Tearoom Inshriach, look for all kinds of wild species at RSPB - Insh Marshes, and tee off at Kingussie Golf Club.

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Getting from Fort William to Aviemore by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. In November, daytime highs in Aviemore are 9°C, while nighttime lows are 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to travel to Dornoch.

Dornoch is a town and seaside resort, and former Royal burgh in the Highlands of Scotland. Venture out of the city with trips to Falls of Kirkaig (in Inverkirkaig), Nigg Old Church (in Nigg) and Lochinver (Little Assynt Estate, Highland Stoneware, Baddidarroch, & more). Next up on the itinerary: play a few rounds at Royal Dornoch Golf Club, take in the architecture and atmosphere at East Church, identify plant and animal life at Alladale Wilderness Reserve, and stroll through Dornoch Beach.

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You can drive from Aviemore to Dornoch in 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 9°C in November, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) early enough to travel to Beauly.

Beauly is a town in the Kilmorack Parish of the Scottish County of Inverness, on the River Beauly, 10mi west of Inverness by the Far North railway line. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Beauly: Drumnadrochit (Meall Fuar-Mhonaidh & Village Green), Loch Beinn a Mheadhoin (in Cannich) and River Foyers (in Foyers). The adventure continues: look for all kinds of wild species at Aigas Field Centre, hike along Loch Affric Circular Walk, take in nature's colorful creations at Abriachan Nurseries - The Garden On Loch Ness, and pause for some serene contemplation at Old High Church, Inverness.

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You can drive from Dornoch to Beauly in an hour. In November in Beauly, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and 1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can travel to 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. Get out of town with these interesting Stratford-upon-Avon side-trips: St Peter's Church (in Upper Slaughter), Cheltenham (Walks With Hawks, Cleeve Hill, & more) and Cotswold Falconry Centre (in Moreton-in-Marsh). There's lots more to do: explore the historical opulence of Warwick Castle, have some family-friendly fun at Trivia Trails, stop by Waterside Food and Craft Market, and admire the natural beauty at Highnam Court Gardens.

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Explore your travel options from Beauly to Stratford-upon-Avon with the Route module. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Stratford-upon-Avon when traveling from Beauly in November, with lows around 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Bath.

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

Get out of town with these interesting Bath side-trips: Stonehenge (in Amesbury), Tetbury (Chavenage House & The Royal Gardens at Highgrove) and Corinium Museum (in Cirencester). Next up on the itinerary: browse the exhibits of The Roman Baths, take an in-depth tour of American Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wells Cathedral, and head outdoors with The Cotswold Range.

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You can drive from Stratford-upon-Avon to Bath in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a train back home.