The most beautiful car holidays in the United Kingdom

Discover the United Kingdom by car

Wild coasts, hilly nature reserves and mysterious moors. If you love nature, the United Kingdom will feast your eyes. Besides the breathtaking landscapes, you will be spoilt with historical sights and charming villages.

 

Are you planning a car holiday to the United Kingdom soon? We selected the most beautiful car holidays in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Four completely different countries with plenty of beautiful gems. From the rolling hills of the Cotswolds to the rugged coasts of Cornwall, and from the majestic Scottish Highlands to the serene Lake District, there is something to discover everywhere. Get inspired below and enjoy your road trip.

4 of the most beautiful car holidays in the United Kingdom

Southern England

Mysterious myths and legends? You're sure to find them on a car holiday in southern England. This 1416 km road trip starts in Dover. We follow the impressive chalk cliffs and drive along rugged coastlines to the cliffs of Land's End. Along the way, we pass grand natural parks, visit the mysterious Stonehenge and discover the stories of the iconic King Arthur. A road trip full of nature and culture.

Northern Ireland

When Game of Thrones fans plan a car holiday to the United Kingdom, they invariably choose Northern Ireland. The Mourne Mountains and the picturesque fishing port of Ballintoy served as filming locations for the famous series on more than one occasion. Not surprisingly, the mysterious atmosphere and vastness of the landscapes demand it. During this road trip, we take you through the country's history and make time for a long walk past ancient castles and beautiful countryside on several occasions.

Scotland

Is Scotland not on your bucket list yet? Time to change that! The country lends itself perfectly to a car holiday. This travel guide gives you a tour of the land of whiskey, Haggis, Highlands, Loch Ness and Rob Roy. Perfect if it's your first time to Scotland. On a 1039km route, you'll discover a lot of beauty. Outside villages and towns, you will always find places to camp and the campsites are always equipped with all facilities.

Wales

Wales has a lot to offer for a car holiday in the UK. This route largely follows The Cambrian Way, which runs from north to south. We start in north Wales, in the Victorian coastal town of Llandudno. Through the Cambrian Mountains, the lakes of Elan Valley and Brecon Beacons National Park, we drive all the way to Cardiff, Wales' capital and largest city.