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Follow the historic Great West Way on a five-day journey through royal towns, ancient landmarks, and quintessential English countryside. Starting in Windsor, this scenic route winds through charming villages, cathedral cities, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, offering a rich blend of culture, history, and natural beauty. From gin distilleries and prehistoric stone circles to Roman baths and world-class gardens, each stop invites you to explore England’s heritage at your own pace.

ROUTING:LONDON - WINDSOR - SALISBURY - BATH - SWINDON - LONDON

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Inclusions

1 night at Macdonald Windsor Hotel ★★★★ or similar
1 night at Holiday Inn Salisbury-Stonehenge Hotel ★★★★ or similar
1 night at Hotel Indigo, Bath ★★★★ or similar
1 night at Leonardo Hotel Swindon ★★★★ or similar
Breakfast daily
Admission to Stonehenge and Roman Baths
5 days AVIS car hire in a Vauxhall Corsa or similar+

Itinerary

4 night / 5 day England's Great West Way® Self Drive

Day 1: London to Windsor

Arrive into London airport and pick up your rental car. Continue to the Windsor area to start exploring the Great West Way. If time allows, enjoy a Hop-On, Hop- Off sightseeing tour of Windsor and Eton. Alternatively, visit Windsor Castle. Overnight in Windsor.

Day 2: Windsor to Salisbury (B)

Continue your exploration of the Great West Way. You may choose to stop at Bombay Sapphire Distillery to learn about gin making. Just south of the Great West Way, visit pre-historic Stonehenge, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing to Salisbury. Take
a walk around this picturesque market town and visit Salisbury Cathedral. Overnight in Salisbury.

Day 3: Salisbury to Bath (B)

Today travel straight to Bath to experience this heritage city. Alternatively, leave the Great West Way and discover Somerset area, with the cathedral city of Wells and the town of Glastonbury. The dramatic scenery of Cheddar Gorge with its awe-inspiring cliffs and extraordinary subterranean stalactite show caves are not to be missed. While in Cheddar, be sure to also sample their cheese and visit a cider farm. Continue to Bath to re-join the Great West Way. Overnight in Bath.

Day 4: Bath to Swindon (B)

This morning, walk around Bath, one of the most beautiful cities in England and visit the historic Roman Baths. Head east and stop at one of the many pretty Cotswolds villages in the area, such as Castle Combe and Lacock. Or stop in Avebury, a small village within a standing stone circle, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with Stonehenge. Overnight in Swindon.

Day 5: Swindon to London (B)

Depart for London and consider visiting RHS Garden Wisley. This world-class garden with its stunning 12-metre high cathedral-like Glasshouse is not to be missed. Travel to London where you will return your car.

Terms & Conditions

Helloworld Terms and Conditions

* Conditions apply. On sale until 31 Mar 26 for travel until 12 Dec 26. ‘+Offer is subject to vehicle availability and vehicle has manual transmission. Minimum renter age without surcharge is 25 years. Drivers aged 23-24 years may be eligible to rent subject to an age surcharge. Age surcharge is approx GBP40 per day. Rental is inclusive of unlimited kilometres per day, Super Collision Damage Waiver and Super Theft Protection. Rental based on pick up and drop off at London Airport location. Rentals are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Avis rental agreement and the Avis standard driver and credit qualifications. Rental days are based on a 24 hour period. Prices correct as at 10 Feb 26 but may be adjusted if surcharges, fees, taxes, or currency exchange rates are affected. Offers subject to availability. (All savings and bonus nights are included in the advertised price). Fees apply for direct payments made to Viva Holidays using a debit or credit card. Amounts payable to third parties not included. Bookings must be made directly with Viva Holidays or a travel agent, please confirm all prices, availability and details with your consultant before booking. Cancellation fees apply, offers may be withdrawn without notice and are not combinable with any other offers unless stated. The Viva Holidays General Booking Conditions apply vivaholidays.com.au/policies/booking-conditions. Viva Holidays Pty Ltd ABN 78 634 662 294.