22 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, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to Coca-Cola London Eye, admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Westminster Abbey, and see the interesting displays at The British Museum.

To find traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our London trip maker site.

Boise, USA to London is an approximately 16-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Boise to London due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Boise in May, you will find days in London are little chillier (62°F), and nights are about the same (46°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to catch the train to Bath.

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

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Sun): look for all kinds of wild species at West of England Falconry, walk around Royal Victoria Park, see the interesting displays at The Jane Austen Centre, then steep yourself in history at The Roman Baths, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bath Abbey. On the 8th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: pause for some serene contemplation at Wells Cathedral, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Margaret's Chapel & Magdalene Almshouses, and then explore the ancient world of Glastonbury Abbey.

For traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Bath tour itinerary planner.

You can take a train from London to Bath in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to drive to Cheltenham.

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. Kick off your visit on the 9th (Tue): take in nature's colorful creations at Hidcote Manor Garden, sample the fine beverages at Cotswolds Distillery, and then identify plant and animal life at Walks With Hawks. On the next day, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Gloucester Cathedral, then admire the striking features of Chavenage House, and then get your game on at The Cotswold Range.

To find ratings, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, read our Cheltenham journey builder site.

You can drive from Bath to Cheltenham in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In May in Cheltenham, expect temperatures between 63°F during the day and 51°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Ambleside.

Ambleside is a town in Cumbria, in North West England. Ambleside is known for museums, historic sites, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour, surround yourself with nature on Lakeland Mountain Guides, hike along Catbells Lakeland Walk, and take in nature's colorful creations at Holehird Gardens.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Ambleside sightseeing planning site.

Getting from Cheltenham to Ambleside by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough to go by car 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. Start off your visit on the 14th (Sun): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Nevis Range Mountain Resort, then admire the sheer force of Steall Waterfall, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Saint Andrew's Church. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: snap pictures at Glenfinnan Viaduct, then trek along Lost Valley Trail, and then explore the striking landscape of Glencoe National Nature Reserve.

For maps, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, use the Fort William day trip planning site.

Getting from Ambleside to Fort William by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of bus and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can drive to Inverness.

Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.

Change things up with these side-trips from Inverness: Highland Wildlife & Birdwatch Safaris (in Aviemore), Dunrobin Castle and Gardens (in Golspie) and Janet Horne Memorial Stone (in Dornoch). And it doesn't end there: gain some tasty knowledge on a distillery tour, contemplate the waterfront views at Loch Ness, take in the history at Culloden Battlefield, and take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

To see reviews, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Inverness tour itinerary planner.

You can drive from Fort William to Inverness in 2 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 58°F in May, and nighttime lows around 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) 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, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the historical opulence of Edinburgh Castle, pause for some serene contemplation at St Giles' Cathedral, make a trip to The Royal Mile, and get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

For other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Edinburgh trip maker site.

Getting from Inverness to Edinburgh by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In May in Edinburgh, expect temperatures between 58°F during the day and 43°F at night. On the 22nd (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.