A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started
Explore Northern Italy over nine days by car, from shimmering lakes and Alpine peaks to Venice’s iconic canals
9 days, from £1420 to £2265
Round up the family for this 15-day road trip through Spain and Portugal, from bustling Bilbao to beautiful Burgos
15 days, from £1450 to £1900
Treat the whole family to an eight-day getaway in Lanzarote, from Macher to San Bartolome
8 days, from £1450 to £2150
Embark on a week-long family adventure to Sweden, travelling from the buzzing capital to Dalarna’s natural landscapes by car
8 days, from £1550 to £2000
Explore the ‘Green Island’ of Sao Miguel with hikes, dips into volcanic pools and strolls through the verdant landscape
8 days, from £1650 to £2600
Hit the road on a week-long escape through Portugal’s riverside cities, medieval towns and wine valleys
7 days, from £1650 to £2300
Drive across Portugal’s quieter interior on this 11-day road trip from Porto to Lisbon
11 days, from £1650 to £2400
Pair the timeless allure of Lisbon with the scenic charm of A Dos Cunhados on this six-day sojourn in Portugal
6 days, from £1650 to £2300
Chase the Adriatic coast for eight days from Croatia to Montenegro, soaking up charming towns, beautiful bays and dramatic mountain landscapes
8 days, from £1700 to £2400
Road trip on the west coast, along the Atlantic
8 days, from £1770 to £2590
Explore Catalonia on this week-long coastal road trip, from Barcelona’s modernist energy to the sun-bleached Costa Brava
8 days, from £1800 to £2500
Pair vineyard landscapes with Portugal’s most characterful cities as you travel from Porto to Lisbon by car
9 days, from £1800 to £2300
Explore the Algarve’s quieter side, from Aljezur’s surf beaches and Tavira’s whitewashed streets to the lagoons of Ria Formosa Natural Park
9 days, from £1800 to £2500
See another side of Sweden on a road trip along its wild west coast, exploring the very best of the country’s nature
8 days, from £1800 to £2400
Spend the summer making memories across Norway, travelling east to west between forests, mountains and fjords
10 days, from £1900 to £2850
Explore two of the Canaries’ least-visited corners: volcanic northern Tenerife and El Hierro, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve that has largely opted out of mass tourism
11 days, from £1900 to £2850
Journey from the Alentejo’s Evora and Comporta to Lisbon, pairing vineyard landscapes with wild Atlantic beaches and historic cities
7 days, from £1900 to £2600
Experience the best of Croatia on this epic road trip, from historic towns and forest-fringed lakes to idyllic Adriatic islands
12 days, from £2000 to £3000
Soak up the beauty of some of Italy’s most iconic regions on this six-day road trip across Tuscany and the Cinque Terre
6 days, from £2050 to £2900
Hit the road on this 11-day journey from Krk to Zagreb, combining island coastlines, Istrian villages and Adriatic elegance
11 days, from £2050 to £2950
Soak up two weeks of summer fun on a family road trip across Montenegro and Croatia
14 days, from £2050 to £2850
Drive your own car, taking the Eurotunnel car-carrying train from Folkstone to Calais
9 days, from £2320 to £3700
Explore Sicily by road, from charming Ragusa and ancient Syracuse to the stunning coastal views of Taormina
7 days, from £2350 to £3200
Hit the road for nine days of rolling countryside, medieval towns and authentic Italian cuisine between Tuscany and Umbria
9 days, from £2400 to £3600
Explore the charms of sun-drenched Andalucia on this 11-day road trip as you journey around southern Spain
11 days, from £2500 to £3200
Sample Sweden’s natural beauty and national cuisine as you travel from east to west, bookended by time in two special cities
11 days, from £2500 to £3300
Embark on a nine-day Emilia-Romagna road trip, discovering historic cities, Renaissance art and culinary gems
9 days, from £2600 to £3850
Discover Sardinia’s countryside and coast on this nine-day family getaway, making unforgettable memories along the way
9 days, from £2900 to £4100
Embrace the laid-back beauty of southern Italy on this Puglian road trip through coast, countryside and culture
9 days, from £2900 to £3950
Discover the beauty of northern Italy on this nine-day road trip, exploring lakeside towns and romantic cities
9 days, from £2900 to £4000
Buckle up for 16 days of family fun on this epic road trip between Italy, Slovenia and Croatia
16 days, from £3000 to £4050
Take a summertime excursion through the most beautiful natural landscapes of Swedish Lapland, from the Gulf of Bothnia to Abisko National Park
11 days, from £3000 to £4000
Discover the best of Sweden and Norway’s snowy landscapes in winter, from Lapland to the Lofoten Islands
9 days, from £3200 to £4150
Ride horses along the coast of Andalucia
10 days, from £3320 to £5300
Soak up Italy’s contrasts on an eight-day journey from Venice’s canals to the stunning mountain landscapes of the Dolomites
8 days, from £3400 to £4700
Hunt out the best pintxos (Basque tapas) in San Sebastian
16 days, from £3405 to £5435
Discover the scenic and cultural delights of two Mediterranean islands: Italy’s Sardinia and France’s Corsica
13 days, from £3500 to £4550
Discover what makes Italy truly special on this eight-day tour through its southern regions
8 days, from £3650 to £4550
Enjoy eight fun-filled family days in Puglia, combining beach bliss, beautiful towns and unforgettable food
8 days, from £3900 to £6300
Embark on a picturesque pilgrimage to Norway's fjords, discovering dramatic landscapes and scenic roads
12 days, from £3900 to £4950
Spend the sunny summer months soaking in the highlights of the French Coast, from Normandy to Provence
19 days, from £4070 to £5305
Explore the markets in the Old Port of Marseille
11 days, from £4915 to £7845
The good news is that given the likelihood of long-haul travel restrictions and long queues at airports for the forseeable future, Europe driving holidays are firmly back on the agenda.
Giving you absolute freedom to travel at your own pace and linger in each destination a little longer, these self-drive trips simply require a quick hop under the Channel on the Eurotunnel to Calais or a ferry ride from any number of ports in the UK to France, Spain, Belgium or The Netherlands, and the continent is yours to explore. To ensure you get the most out of your Europe road trip from the UK, our team of travel experts can help plan an itinerary that's tailor-made to suit you - whether you're a gastronomic globetrotter wanting to sample the best food and wine in each country; an active family looking for adventures; or a couple simply after quality time together with culture and history galore.
Maybe you want a week-long getaway that takes you through the pretty French countryside, stopping at bustling cities and with some relaxation on the coast thrown in for good measure. Or perhaps it's time for that sabbatical you always planned, hopping from one European country to another, ticking off bucket list destinations and experiences, with a healthy dose of hedonism and relaxation to balance it all out. Whatever your pleasure, we know the best private guides to show you around and can book you come seriously cool accommodation, from exclusive villas and private apartments to treehouses and boutique bed and breakfasts.
As well as our expert knowledge to help you plan your driving holiday to Europe from the UK, while you're on the ground you'll also have access to our clued-up Concierges. They live and work in their destinations, so can help you with anything from booking a last-minute sailing trip in the South of France to recommending the best place for pintxos (Basque tapas) in San Sebastian.
So, it's time to pack up the car, stock up on snacks and get your playlists ready (cassettes optional) - retro-style road trips to Europe are back.
Our team of destination experts will get to know you and your unique requirements for your holiday
We work with you to build an ultra-personalised holiday itinerary with your choice of accommodation, experiences and activities
All of our holidays include little extras designed to make a big difference to your trip, from checking you in for your flights to our network of local Concierges
