36 days in United Kingdom Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United Kingdom holiday planner
Start: Melbourne
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Edinburgh
— 5 nights
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Inverness
— 5 nights
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Ambleside
— 5 nights
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Warwick
— 4 nights
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Cheltenham
— 4 nights
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Bath
— 5 nights
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London
— 6 nights
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End: Melbourne
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Edinburgh — 5 nights

Athens of the North
World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.Kids will appreciate attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat. The adventure continues: make a trip to The Royal Mile, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, and contemplate the long history of The Real Mary King's Close.
To see reviews, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Edinburgh route maker app.
Melbourne, Australia to Edinburgh is an approximately 25.5-hour flight. Traveling from Melbourne to Edinburgh, you'll gain 10 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Melbourne in May: highs in Edinburgh hover around 17°C, while lows dip to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to drive to Inverness.
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Inverness — 5 nights

Gateway to the Highlands
Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.Kids will enjoy Highland Wildlife & Birdwatch Safaris and Brora Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Inverness: Nevis Range Mountain Resort (in Torlundy), Steall Waterfall (in Fort William) and Landmark Forest Adventure Park (in Carrbridge). There's lots more to do: make a trip to Culloden Battlefield, contemplate the waterfront views at River Ness, brush up on your military savvy at Morayvia, and explore the historical opulence of Dunrobin Castle and Gardens.
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Traveling by car from Edinburgh to Inverness takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Inverness can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can go by car to Ambleside.
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Ambleside — 5 nights

Ambleside is a town in Cumbria, in North West England. Attractions like Canyoning & Rappelling Tours and Lakeland Mountain Guides make great kid-friendly stops. Change things up with these side-trips from Ambleside: Lake Windermere (in Windermere), Aira Force Waterfall (in Penrith) and Lakeland Motor Museum (in Backbarrow). There's much more to do: get great views at Orrest Head, tour the pleasant surroundings at Sizergh Castle, take in nature's colorful creations at Holehird Gardens, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Loughrigg Fell.
For photos, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Ambleside road trip app.
You can drive from Inverness to Ambleside in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight, train, and bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can go by car to Warwick.
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You can drive from Inverness to Ambleside in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight, train, and bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can go by car to Warwick.
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Warwick — 4 nights
Kids will appreciate attractions like Warwick Castle and Warwickshire Yeomanry Museum. Take a break from Warwick with a short trip to Tanks-Alot in Helmdon, about 42 minutes away.
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You can drive from Ambleside to Warwick in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of bus and train. In June, daily temperatures in Warwick can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can go by car to Cheltenham.
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You can drive from Ambleside to Warwick in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of bus and train. In June, daily temperatures in Warwick can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can go by car to Cheltenham.
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Cheltenham — 4 nights

Cheltenham, also known as Cheltenham Spa, is a regency spa town and borough which is located on the edge of the Cotswolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Gloucestershire, England. Kids will enjoy Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens and Cotswold Falconry Centre. Change things up with these side-trips from Cheltenham: Stand-Up Paddleboarding (in South Cerney), Hidcote Manor Garden (in Chipping Campden) and Bourton-on-the-Water (Birdland & Cotswold Motoring Museum). The adventure continues: identify plant and animal life at Walks With Hawks, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Mariners Church, experience rural life at Cotswold Farm Park, and stop by The Cotswold Cheese.
For where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Cheltenham trip planner.
Traveling by car from Warwick to Cheltenham takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in June, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Bath.
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For where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Cheltenham trip planner.
Traveling by car from Warwick to Cheltenham takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in June, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Bath.
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Bath — 5 nights

Queen of English Cities
A World Heritage Site, Bath has been one of Europe’s most popular spa destinations since the Roman era.Kids will enjoy Dorset Adventure Park and West of England Falconry. Get out of town with these interesting Bath side-trips: Glastonbury (Wyrdraven & St. Margaret's Chapel & Magdalene Almshouses), Wells Cathedral (in Wells) and Insight Activities Dorset (in Tolpuddle). There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of The Roman Baths, find your balance on the water with Fore/Adventure, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and admire the landmark architecture of Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta.
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Drive from Cheltenham to Bath in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) early enough to take a train to London.
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London — 6 nights

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.Attractions like Coca-Cola London Eye and Natural History Museum make great kid-friendly stops. There's much more to do: enjoy breathtaking views from Tower Bridge, admire the landmark architecture of Tower of London, steep yourself in history at Buckingham Palace, and admire the masterpieces at The British Museum.
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Traveling by train from Bath to London takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In June in London, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Mon) to allow time for the flight back home.
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United Kingdom travel guide
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.