22 days in United Kingdom Itinerary

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Fly
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Edinburgh
— 3 nights
Drive
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Isle of Skye
— 2 nights
Drive
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Inverness
— 2 nights
Fly to Manchester, Train to Llandudno
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Llandudno
— 3 nights
Drive
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York
— 2 nights
Fly
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Newquay
— 3 nights
Drive
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Weymouth
— 2 nights
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London
— 3 nights
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Edinburgh — 3 nights

Athens of the North

Discover out-of-the-way places like Stirling Castle and Calton Hill. Let the collections at The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel and Royal Yacht Britannia capture your imagination. The adventure continues: explore the historical opulence of Edinburgh Castle, don't miss a visit to The Real Mary King's Close, take in the dramatic natural features at Arthur's Seat, and pause for some serene contemplation at St Giles' Cathedral.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Edinburgh attractions app.

Melbourne, Australia to Edinburgh is an approximately 25.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 10 hours traveling from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in September, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Isle of Skye.
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Isle of Skye — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 10th (Sun): steep yourself in history at Eilean Donan Castle, get a dose of the wild on Calum's Seal Trips, and then admire the sheer force of The Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle, Isle of Skye. On the next day, contemplate the waterfront views at Portree Harbour, then take in the dramatic natural features at The Old Man of Storr, and then hike along The Quiraing.

To find reviews, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Isle of Skye online route planner.

Traveling by car from Edinburgh to Isle of Skye takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In September in Isle of Skye, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) early enough to drive to Inverness.
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Inverness — 2 nights

Gateway to the Highlands

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Tue): witness the site of a historic battle at Culloden Battlefield, then deepen your knowledge of military history at Fort George, then examine the collection at Nairn Museum, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Nairn Beach. On the 13th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the waterfront views at River Ness, explore the historical opulence of Urquhart Castle, and then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

For reviews, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read Inverness trip itinerary planning website.

Traveling by car from Isle of Skye to Inverness takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In September, daily temperatures in Inverness can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Llandudno.
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Llandudno — 3 nights

Escape the urban bustle at Great Orme and Morfa Bychan - Black Rock Sands. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Conwy Castle and Caernarfon Castle. Get out of town with these interesting Llandudno side-trips: National Slate Museum (in Llanberis), Beaumaris (Beaumaris Castle & Starida Puffin Island Cruises & Sea Fishing Trips) and Penrhyn Castle (National Trust) (in Bangor).

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Getting from Inverness to Llandudno by combination of flight and train takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Inverness in September since evenings lows in Llandudno dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) early enough to drive to York.
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York — 2 nights

City of Festivals

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Sun): see the interesting displays at The York Dungeon, get engrossed in the history at National Railway Museum, and then explore the ancient world of York City Walls. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 18th (Mon): wander the streets of York Shambles, see the interesting displays at York's Chocolate Story, then see the interesting displays at York Castle Museum, and finally test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

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Traveling by car from Llandudno to York takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Newquay.
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Newquay — 3 nights

Surf Capital of the UK

Take a break from the city and head to St. Michael's Mount and Perranporth Beach. You'll discover tucked-away gems like The Lost Gardens of Heligan and Lanhydrock House and Garden. Change things up with these side-trips from Newquay: Tintagel Castle (in Tintagel), Carbis Bay Beach (in Carbis Bay) and Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden (in St Ives). The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Fistral Beach Bar.

For where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, use the Newquay vacation maker website.

You can fly from York to Newquay in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Thu) so you can drive to Weymouth.
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Weymouth — 2 nights

On the 22nd (Fri), brush up on your military savvy at The Tank Museum and then kick back and relax at Weymouth Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: step into the grandiose world of Corfe Castle, then look for all kinds of wild species at Monkey World, and then explore the striking landscape at Lulworth Cove.

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Traveling by car from Newquay to Weymouth takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sat) early enough to go by car to London.
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London — 3 nights

The Square Mile

Visit Buckingham Palace and St. Paul's Cathedral for their historical value. You'll explore and learn at National Gallery and The British Museum. The adventure continues: get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum, make a trip to Coca-Cola London Eye, admire the landmark architecture of Westminster Abbey, and get a sense of history and politics at Houses of Parliament.

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Traveling by car from Weymouth to London takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in London can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Tue) to allow time for the flight back home.
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United Kingdom travel guide

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Home to an impressive 25 World Heritage sites, the United Kingdom, which includes England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, has hundreds of museums to explore, thousands of parks and gardens to stroll through, and tens of thousands of communities to discover. From Land’s End in the south to John O’Groats in the north, the country is packed with tourist attractions that can fill a range of itineraries. With nearly 30 million tourists visiting every year, the UK is ranked among the top ten holiday destinations in the world. Known for its royalty, this country also represents a diverse patchwork of native and immigrant cultures. Although Britannia no longer rules the waves, it possesses a captivating history and a dynamic modern culture, both of which remain hugely influential on the rest of the world.
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