You don't need a passport to experience world-class road trip scenery. The United Kingdom has some of the most dramatic, varied and underrated driving routes in the world — and with a full tank and a decent playlist, they're all within reach.
North Coast 500, Scotland
Scotland's answer to Route 66 winds 500 miles around the rugged northern Highlands, taking in sea lochs, white sand beaches, ancient castles and some of the emptiest roads in Europe. Allow at least five days to do it justice — seven if you want to stop at every distillery.
The Jurassic Coast, England
Stretching 95 miles from Exmouth in Devon to Studland Bay in Dorset, this UNESCO World Heritage coastline features sea stacks, fossil beaches and cliffside villages. The stretch between Lyme Regis and Corfe Castle is particularly extraordinary.
The Causeway Coastal Route, Northern Ireland
From Belfast to Londonderry, this 120-mile route passes the Giant's Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, Dunluce Castle and the Dark Hedges — the Game of Thrones filming location. Northern Ireland remains one of the UK's most undervisited treasures.
Snowdonia Loop, Wales
A circuit through Snowdonia National Park delivers mountain passes, glassy lakes and slate village scenery. The A498 through the Nant Gwynant valley is one of the most beautiful roads in Britain.
TheTripFinders can arrange car hire, accommodation and itinerary planning for any of these routes. Call 020 8150 4441 to start planning your next UK adventure.
