A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started
Stay in a collection of beautiful medieval towns nestled in the Portuguese hinterland
11 days, from £1,260 to £2,200
Sail across the calm waters of the Italian lakes as you gaze up at the Dolomites
9 days, from £1,420 to £2,265
Why fly when you can zip through France on the Eurostar and TGV?
6 days, from £1,540 to £2,460
Road trip on the west coast, along the Atlantic
8 days, from £1,770 to £2,590
Spend a week exploring Portugal off the beaten track
7 days, from £1,800 to £2,700
Explore Sweden’s beautiful western region at your own pace
8 days, from £1,825 to £2,430
Journey from the lakes of Lombardy to the azure shores of the Adriatic in a family-friendly car
20 days, from £2,035 to £3,040
Explore Avignon, including the historic Palais des Papes
9 days, from £2,040 to £3,255
Experience local life in Florence’s trendy neighbourhood of Oltrarno.
13 days, from £2,160 to £3,500
Drive your own car, taking the Eurotunnel car-carrying train from Folkstone to Calais
9 days, from £2,320 to £3,700
Take to the pavements on walking tours of Bilbao and San Sebastian
7 days, from £2,450 to £3,910
Eat your way around Porto and Lisbon
10 days, from £2,970 to £4,745
Ride horses along the coast of Andalucia
10 days, from £3,320 to £5,300
Hunt out the best pintxos (Basque tapas) in San Sebastian
16 days, from £3,405 to £5,435
Journey across Corsica, incorporating a stop-off in Bordeaux.
15 days, from £3,780 to £6,000
Spend the sunny summer months soaking in the highlights of the French Coast, from Normandy to Provence
19 days, from £4,070 to £5,305
Explore the markets in the Old Port of Marseille
11 days, from £4,915 to £7,845
Practical advice and inspiration to help you prepare for your holiday
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 fast-tracking you through airport check-in and security to our network of local Concierges
