22 days in England Itinerary
22 days in England Itinerary
Created using Inspirock England Trip Planner
Start: New York City
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Alnwick
— 2 nights
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York
— 5 nights
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Drive to Portsmouth Portsea IOW Car Ferry Terminal, Ferry to Fishbourne IOW Ferry Terminal, Drive to Ventnor
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Ventnor, Isle of Wight
— 4 nights
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Drive to Yarmouth, Ferry to Lymington, Drive to Bath
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Bath
— 4 nights
Train
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London
— 5 nights
Fly
End: New York City
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Alnwick
— 2 nights
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Alnwick is a relatively large market town in north Northumberland, England, of which it is the county town. Alnwick Castle and Cragside House and Gardens will appeal to history buffs. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Barter Books and The Emporium. Get out of town with these interesting Alnwick side-trips: Vindolanda (in Hexham), Housesteads Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall (in Haydon Bridge) and Lindisfarne Castle (in Holy Island). There's lots more to do: explore the historical opulence of Bamburgh Castle, admire the natural beauty at The Alnwick Garden, and pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Saint Aidan Bamburgh.
To see photos, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Alnwick trip app.
New York City, USA to Alnwick is an approximately 10-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from New York City to Alnwick is 5 hours. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from New York City in May, with highs in Alnwick at 56°F and lows at 44°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) to allow time to take a train to York.
To see photos, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Alnwick trip app.
New York City, USA to Alnwick is an approximately 10-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from New York City to Alnwick is 5 hours. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from New York City in May, with highs in Alnwick at 56°F and lows at 44°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) to allow time to take a train to York.
Things to do in Alnwick
Side Trips
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York
— 5 nights
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City of Festivals
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.Museum-lovers will appreciate Streetlife Museum of Transport and York Castle Museum. Lincoln Cathedral and Whitby Abbey will appeal to history buffs. Get out of town with these interesting York side-trips: Durham Cathedral (in Durham), Fountains Abbey (in Ripon) and Lincoln (Steep Hill & Lincoln Castle). There's still lots to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Beverley Minster, admire the striking features of York Minster, take an in-depth tour of National Railway Museum, and delve into the distant past at York City Walls.
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Getting from Alnwick to York by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In May, daytime highs in York are 61°F, while nighttime lows are 45°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to travel to Ventnor.
Things to do in York
Side Trips
Find places to stay May 12 — 17:
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Ventnor, Isle of Wight
— 4 nights
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Do some cultural sightseeing at Beaulieu National Motor Museum and Osborne House. For shopping fun, head to Jurassic Jim or Island Gems. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Ventnor: The Mulberry Tree Woodturnery (in Newtown), The Needles Battery (in Totland) and Portsmouth (HMS Victory, The Mary Rose, &more).
For more things to do, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read Ventnor travel route planner.
You can do a combination of car and ferry from York to Ventnor in 6.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight, train, and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. In May, daytime highs in Ventnor are 60°F, while nighttime lows are 46°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) early enough to travel to Bath.
For more things to do, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read Ventnor travel route planner.
You can do a combination of car and ferry from York to Ventnor in 6.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight, train, and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. In May, daytime highs in Ventnor are 60°F, while nighttime lows are 46°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) early enough to travel to Bath.
Things to do in Ventnor
Side Trips
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Bath
— 4 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.Museum-lovers will appreciate The Tank Museum and The Roman Baths. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta and Avebury Stone Circle. Venture out of the city with trips to St. Margaret's Chapel & Magdalene Almshouses (in Glastonbury), Bristol (Clifton Suspension Bridge & Brunel's SS Great Britain) and Weymouth Beach (in Weymouth). There's lots more to do: take an unorthodox tour of Stonehenge, admire the striking features of Dyrham Park, explore the world behind art at American Museum & Gardens, and view the masterpieces at Emma Rose Art Works.
For other places to visit, maps, ratings, and tourist information, read our Bath journey app.
Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Ventnor to Bath takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) to allow time to take a train to London.
Things to do in Bath
Side Trips
Bristol, St. Margaret's Chapel & Magdalene Almshouses, Dyrham Park, Avebury Stone Circle, Stonehenge
Find places to stay May 21 — 25:
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London
— 5 nights
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The Square Mile
Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.Get some cultural insight at The British Museum and Westminster Abbey. Tower of London and Churchill War Rooms will appeal to history buffs. The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral, enjoy breathtaking views from Tower Bridge, and get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum.
For photos, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read London journey planner.
You can take a train from Bath to London in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in London can reach 62°F, while at night they dip to 46°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Wed) to allow time for the flight back home.
Things to do in London
Find places to stay May 25 — 30:
Highlights from your trip
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.
