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The Best UK Road Trips for Scenic Adventures 

  • Writer: Jafar ahmad Abdul
    Jafar ahmad Abdul
  • Jun 25
  • 4 min read

Travelling in the United Kingdom is one of the most enjoyable methods of experiencing the wonderful countryside, attractive villages, historical sites and magnificent coasts. The UK has a wide variety of amazing scenic routes from the Cornish Coast to the Scottish Highlands that make an ideal road trip. As a solo traveller, as a couple or as a family, the UK with its well-preserved road infrastructure and landmark routes is a place where it is difficult not to have a journey of your lifetime. However, make sure that you carry all the necessary documents, particularly your UK Visa or UK travel visa in case you are coming here as a visitor. 

 

To the international travellers, a UK travel visa application is the key to opening the doors to the treasures of a road trip in the country. Most travel agencies provide customized UK Holiday Packages and UK Tour Packages that include car hire, hotel accommodation and tourist tours. The packages ease the process of sightseeing the best scenic routes in the UK at affordable rates. 

 

1. Scotland North Coast 500 

The North Coast 500 (NC500) is the Scottish version of Route 66 and quite possibly the most beautiful road trip in the whole of the UK. This is a circular 516 miles route tracing around the coast and through the mountains and lochs that surround Inverness, and passing by castle ruins and wild landscapes. Travelling by NC500 you will be driving through beautiful towns such as Dornoch, Ullapool, and Applecross, to mention a few, which are also characterized by diverse cultural experiences. This is a nature lover road trip whether you are hiking in the Highlands or catching dolphins in the Moray Firth. 

 

2. Causeway Coastal Route Northern Ireland 

Causeway Coastal Route is located between Belfast and Derry and it is famous due to its dramatic cliffs together with its attractions like Giant Causeway. It is a luxurious route as there are photo-worthy attractions like Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and Dunluce Castle. It is a perfect mix of nature and history along with folklore. There are coastal walks, tours of whiskey distilleries and even Game of Thrones filming locations that travellers can enjoy. As most of the UK Holiday Packages include this route, this is a must-visit destination by the first time visitor. 

 

3. England The Lake District Loop 

Lake District Loop is one of the quietest and romantic road trips of the United Kingdom. The loop is based on the largest national park in England, the drives are scenic in nature as they are along Windermere, Keswick, Ambleside and Grasmere. Be prepared to have winding roads, mirror-like lakes and green hills. Climb Scafell Pike, the tallest mountain in England or take a trip on Lake Windermere. 

 

4. South West England, Atlantic Highway 

Atlantic Highway (A39) will take you along the north coast of Devon and Cornwall with its beautiful sea views and surf beaches as well as villages. It is a 70-mile long road linking Barnstaple and Newquay that fits beach lovers and surfers. Visit Bude, Clovelly and Padstow to enjoy scenic seashore and tasty seafood. There are just too many seaside attractions to make this road trip one that is perfect on a summer holiday and is usually included in UK Holiday Packages that center on coastal relaxation. 

 

5. Yorkshire Dales and Moors 

Those who are in need of a combination of the moorlands as well as meadows will find the perfect scenery in the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors. Start in Harrogate or York and drive through pretty byways across green hills and villages of stone and through historic abbeys. Through the heather clad moors of Goathland to the limestone cliffs of Malham Cove, this route provides rustic appeal and picture perfect countryside. It is a must-visit experience, which is part of most UK Tour Packages, particularly to people who have interests in the British heritage and landscape beauty. 

 

6. Wales, the Snowdonia and the Cambrian Way 

A fantastic adventure route, the Cambrian Way is a route that will take you through Snowdonia National Park in Wales, and will have you experience the mountains, the dramatic coastlines as well as fairytale forests. Start point is Llandudno, the road winds along the beautiful A470 through the heart of Wales. You may walk to the top of Mount Snowdon, visit the ruins of the Harlech Castle or take a steam train through the countryside. A lot of tourists prefer to visit this track using the services of organized UK Holiday Packages with guides and culture tours. 

 

7. The Cotswolds Romantic Road 

Nothing can beat the Cotswolds Romantic Road to have a peaceful drive through the typical English countryside. Begin at Stratford-upon-Avon, and wind across hilly country, villages of golden stone and manor-houses. The finest are Bourton-on-the-Water, Bibury and Castle Combe. There are also wonderful B&Bs, old pubs and old shops in the area. The Cotswolds can be included in UK Tour Packages that are aimed at couples and honeymooners. 

 

Conclusion 

One of the most complete experiences of UK, its culture, and nature is the process of road tripping in the country. Whether you want to see the jagged shores of Scotland or the quietness of the Cotswolds villages, both journeys offer something different. In order to maximize your visit, it is advisable to apply early enough in order to obtain a UK Visa and to have a look at your options using curated UK Tour Packages provided with car rentals, stays and local tours. 

 

The road trip routes across the UK are not to be disappointed whether you are a nature lover, a history person or you are just a traveller in search of scenic beauty. Having a valid travel visa to the UK and proper planning, you are ready to have a trip of a lifetime through one of the most beautiful places on the face of the planet. 

 
 
 

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