KF is planning a trip to UK to visit Chapman & other friends there. During the time, it is also a plan to take a tour around different areas of UK. Following is a record of the plan.
| FLIGHT | ||
| 2024-09-03 15:15 - 19:10 | HKG (T1) - SIN (T4) Flight: Finnair AY5833, Op by CX635 |
Transfer from T4 to T1 Re-check baggage |
| 2024-09-03 21:45 - 06:15 (2024-09-04) | SIN (T1) - HEL Flight: Finnair AY132 |
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| 2024-09-04 08:20 - 09:20 | TEL - MAN (T1) Flight: Finnair AY1361 |
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| 2024-09-04 09:20 - 10:30 (estimate) | Baggage Claim & Custom | |
| TRAIN | ||
| 2024-09-04 10:44 - 10:57 | Train: Manchester Airport (Platform 2A) > Manchester Piccadilly Station (Platform 1) | ~£16.50 |
| 2024-09-04 11:16 - 13:28 | Train: Manchester Piccadilly (Platform 1) > Hull Paragon Interchange (Hull Station) (11 stops, Platform 6) | TrainPal |
| ACCOMMODATION | ||
| 2024-09-04 - 2024-09-10 | Holiday Inn Express Hull City Centre | HK$3,896 incl bf |
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| TOURS | ||
| 2024-09-04 Wed | City tour, nearby supermarket, nearby mall | |
| Trinity Market - for local food and crafts | Dining & Shopping | |
| Humber Street - Known for trendy bars, restaurants & boutiques | Dining & Shopping | |
| 2024-09-05 Thu - 2024-09-06 Fri | The Deep - A spectacular aquarium with marine life exhibits | Museums & Galleries |
| Streetlife Museum of Transport - Showcasing vintage vehicles and transport history | Museums & Galleries | |
| Ferens Art Gallery - Featuring an impressive collection of paintings & sculptures | Museums & Galleries | |
| Hull Old Town - with its historic architecture and cobbled streets | Historical Sites | |
| Hull Maritime Museum - Exploring the city's maritime heritage | Historical Sites | |
| East Park - A beautiful park with a lake, animal enclosures and play areas | Outdoors | |
| Humber Bridge - offers scenic views and walking paths | Outdoors | |
| Hull Truck Theatre - hosting a range of performances and shows | Culture Events | |
| Freedom Festival - Annual arts festival celebrating creativity and freedom | Culture Events | |
| 2024-09-07 Sat - 2024-09-08 Sun | Tour to York | |
Attractions in Hull
| TRAIN | ||
| 2024-10-08 12:20 - 14:36 | Train: Hull (Platform 5) - 2 stops - Leeds (Platform 1) | TrainPal |
| 2024-10-08 13:45 - 15:09 | Train: Leeds (Platform 1) - 5 stops - Manchester Airport (Platform 2A) | |
| FLIGHT | ||
| 2024-10-08 17:50 - 22:35 | MAN (T1) - HEL Flight: Finnair AY1366 |
Short transfer time |
| 2024-10-09 00:25 - 18:35 | HEL - SIN (T1) Flight: Finnair AY131 |
Transfer T1 to T4 Re-check baggage |
| 2024-10-09 20:10 - 00:25 | SIN (T4) - HKG (T1) Flight: Finnair AY5852 Op by CX636 |
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| Place of Interests | |||
| Sky Garden | People call it Walkie Talkie because of the shape of the building. You can see entire London from 35/F, near London bridge and Thames. Restaurants and bars are available. There is a sunrise breakfast cost £9.50 which also covers weekday access to Sky Pod Bar and surrounding gardens. | Between Bank Station & Fenchurch Street Station. Free entrance but requires prior booking on their official website | 1 2 |
| Leadenhall Market | Market near the financial district in London. Place of gathering for beer after works | 1 | |
| SOHO Carnaby St. | Place young people like to go, lots of restaurants and pubs. There is a Kingly Court with uncovered restaurants with nice atmosphere | 1 | |
| Borough Market 波羅市集 | Large market in London with different kins of food. Was once chosen as top-10 market in the world by CNN. Stores opening in the market requires to be carefully assessed and chosen. A lot of restaurant can be found from here. Recommendation includes 蘑菇燉飯, 生蠔, 海南雞, 椰子餅, Monmouth Coffee. It is located next to the London Bridge, open 6 days a week, rest on every Monday. 介紹: 西班牙海鮮燉飯、起司蘑菇燉飯、 | 1 2 3 | |
| - Lee Brothers | 起司蘑菇燉飯 | 1 | |
| - Monmouth | coffee | 1 | |
| - Oyster Bar | oyster | 1 | |
| - Doughnuts | donuts | 1 | |
| Brick Ln. & Old Spitalfields Market 紅磚巷市集 | 街頭文化, local culture. There is a famous Beigel Bake bakery good for their beef 鹹牛肉 sandwiches. Old Spitalfields Market also offers a lot of food too. 介紹: Dishoom 印度餐、Ben's Cookies, Cafe de Nata, | 1 2 3 | |
| British Museum 大英博物館 | Famous museum. Download the audio app with narrations of introductions. Maps is available inside the museum. | Free entrance but long queue, requires prior booking on their official website | 1 2 |
| 大笨鐘 / 伊利沙白塔 | There is a green grass in front of the tower and is a nice photo-taking point | 1 | |
| Big Ben 西敏宮 | Next to the London People | 1 | |
| Hop on hop off Bus | Take the bus for a tour, free earphone can be picked up at the bus alighting place. The earphone can be plugged into the jack in the seat to listen to narrations. Different languages can be selected. Sometimes there are real person as tour guide. | London Pass | 1 |
| St. Paul's Cathedral | Beautiful church. Voice narration available for borrow, supporting multiple languages. Can climb stairs to go up to the Golden Gallery. There is a little square next to the church and is very beautiful. | London Pass, admission fee required. Buying tickets online will get cheaper price | 1 2 |
| Tower of LondonTower of Londonwhat is it | It is near the Borough Market, located in the center of London. It is a fortress of the ancient London. There is a 酷刑室，Crown Jewels 歷代皇帝的皇冠. Good stories in here. | London Pass | 1 2 |
| Tower Bridge 倫頓塔橋 | Note that the correct name is Tower Bridge, not London Bridge, which is a different small bridge. There is transparent floor visitors can see through the street and river below. Visitors can enter the towers but require to buy the ticket pass. If time fits, it is good to see how the bridge open a passage for ships to run through. | London Pass | 1 2 3 |
| The London Bridge Experience 倫頓橋 | Workers will dress up like ancient warriors, inside is decorated like haunted house. Only in English. | Change to the entrance pass through the QR code on the London Pass | 1 2 |
| 倫敦大火紀念碑 | London Pass | 1 | |
| The Shard 碎片塔 | Highest building in London, 2nd highest in Europe. Food kiosks available inside. View London from high | London Pass, requires prior booking. Change to entrance pass through the QR code on the London Pass | 1 |
| Westminster Abbey 西敏寺 | A place where major ceremonies of the royal family are held. Opens 9:30am - 3:30pm daily except Sunday. Get the entrance pass online before coming. | London Pass. Lots of people therefore long queue waiting. Around 15min on foot from Buckingham Palace. | 1 2 3 |
| Buckingham Palace 白金漢宮 | 守衛換班 at 11am with a marching ceremony. Don't forget to see the main gate on the west. Free audio tour facility can be borrowed. Recommendation: St. Paul Cathedral, The Crypt in the basement | 地鐵到 St James' Park 出站穿過公園一直走就到 | 1 2 3 |
| Windsor Castle | require a whole day tour. Require security check at entrance which may take longer time. A very nice place to visit. Note: State Apartment. | 1 | |
| GREENWICH | |||
| Greenwich Pier / Greenwich Market / Uber Boat | A public ferry connecting to London, passing through a lot of famous spots. | London Pass | 1 |
| Greenwich Park | Find the Line of Greenwich Meantime 子午線 | 1 | |
| Royal Observatory 格林威治天文臺 | The 子午線 is available here. From here you can see London from the height, and St Paul Cathedral | London Pass | 1 2 3 |
| Belgravia | |||
| Harrods | shopping mall | 1 | |
| Hyde Park 海德公園 | |||
| Covent Garden | 1 | ||
| London Eye | 摩天輪, near the 大笨鐘, can get a ticket to go up there and it takes around 40 min. | £30-45 each, quite expensive | 1 |
| Horizon 22 | Free. Go to 58/F to see entire London from high. Prior booking is required next 1 month. Open until 6pm. | 1 | |
| Duck & Waffle | Restaurant located at 40/F, the highest restaurant in London. Duck & Waffle is their signature dish. It is located near the Liverpool St Station. | Prior booking is recommended. Best to book a window seat. | 2 |
| Musical | Shows that young people also like to visit. Recommendation for beginners: Back to the Future, Mama Mia, Pretty Women | £30 - £200 tickets | 2 |
| Richmond | On the South West of London. Can try bicycle in Richmond Park, Take a walk from Town Center all the way to Richmond Hill and see the scenery of River Thames. If time allows, can also visit the Hampton Court Palace and Kew Palace. | 2 | |
| - Hampton Court | Good for people interested in history, garden in front of the palace is very nice too. | 2 | |
| - Kew Palace | 2 | ||
| Camden Road Market 肯頓市集 | 介紹: 羊肉漢堡，黎巴嫩料理 | 1 | |
| House of MinaLima | exhibits arts & commodities relating to Harry Potter | 1 | |
| Liberty Shopping Mall | An English style building on the Regent Street, Carnaby | 1 | |
| His Majesty's Theatre | 1 | ||
| Warner Bros, Studio Tour London | 1 | ||
| Hotel Recommendaiton | |||
| Moxy | £81 per night, subway just next to hotel | Around 40 min to center of city by subway | 1 |
| Food | |||
| Burger & Lobster | near Piccadilly Circus | 1 | |
| Goddards at Greenwich | 1 | ||
| Hawksmoor Spitalfields | near the Greenwich Park | 1 | |
| Transportation | |||
| Zone classification | Most of the spots are in Zone 1. Subway are charged according to zones. Suggest to arrange all travel of the same day in the same zone for cost saving. Payment can be made either by contactless credit cards, London Pass, or Olyster Card. Make sure to use same card because there is a daily top charge. | ||
| King Cross Station | train to York | 1 | |
| St Pancras Station | where to take the 歐洲之星 | 1 | |
- London Pass
- Transport for London Pricing
- Transport for London (Contactless and mobile pay-as-you-go
- Sunrise at Sky Garden
| Edinburgh Castle | sea level around 120m, on the top of a small hill | 3 | |
| Carlton Hill | walk up to the hill and see entire Edinburgh from the top | 3 2 | |
| The Elephant House | Birthplace of Harry Potter | 3 | |
| Victoria Street | 3 | ||
| Kelso Abbey | 1 | ||
| Alnwick Castle | Outside Edinburgh | 1 | |
| Bamburgh Castle | Outside Edinburgh | 1 | |
| Royal Mile | A very old style street | 1 | |
| - St. Giles Cathedral | 1 | ||
| - People's Story Mueseum | See how ancient lives | 1 | |
| Inverness | There is a river running through the area, with buildings on both sides. A very nice and comfortable area. Can take a river cruise to go to Loch Ness 尼斯湖 from here. | 1 | |
| - Urquhart Castle 尼斯湖 | 1 | ||
| - Glencoe Visitor's Center | 1 | ||
| - The Highland Cow | 1 | ||
| Loch Morlich | A peaceful lake | 1 | |
| Dunkeld | 1 | ||
| Stockbridge Market | 1 | ||
| Dean Village | 1 | ||
| FOOD | |||
| Dishoom Edinburgh | 1 | ||
| ACCOMMODATION | |||
| Stewart by Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh | 1 | ||
| Le Monde Hotel | 1 | ||
Lake District is divided into 2 district
| Keswick | A little town in NW of Lake District | 1 | |
| - Derwentwate | 1 | ||
| - Surprise View or Underskiddaw | View entire view of Keswick | 1 | |
| - Buttermere | Further west of Surprise View, a peaceful lake good for picnic by the lake | Drive through the mountain roads | 1 |
| Windermere | SE of Lake District | can reach by transportation | 1 |
| - Bowness on Windermere | A small town, a lake-side town with lots of waterfront restaurants & activities | 15 min drive from Windermere | 1 |
| - Coniston Water | Nice beautiful lake view with nice reflection image | 1 | |
| - Tarn Hows | Natural scenery | 1 | |
| - Blea Tarn | Natural scenery | 1 | |
| Accommodation Recommendation | |||
| Bed & Breakfast type | home life style | 1 | |
| Duke of Portland Boathouse | on the shore of Lake Ullswater, a small house just by the side of the lake, ideal for a romantic break | 1 | |
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The most SW side of England, a place where local people like to go for vacation in campervans
| Lands' End | The west-most seaside part of England, very windy, there are some mini trail for hiking | need to drive | 1 |
| The Bakehouse | A square with diffrent types of nice food, recommendation: try the Cornish ice-cream, Cornish pasty, | 1 | |
| Minack Theatre | A private theatre in the open air and having shows from time to time | 1 | |
| St Michael Mount Cornwall | There is a castle on the mountain. During the time of low tide, you can walk over to the mountain castle | 1 | |
| JORVIK Viking Centre 約克維海盜中心 | take a tour to the history of Viking people | 1 | |
| Clifford's Tower | a castle on a hill-top, it is actually a museum | 1 | |
| Riverside Walk | 1 | ||
| Museum Garden | Find some ancient buildings in this area | 1 | |
| Foss Fairy Trail | 1 | ||
| FOOD | |||
| The York Roast Co | 1 | ||
| Betty's Cafe Team Room | very popular, a lot of people come here for after tea, typical English style tea. | 1 |
| Isle of Skye 天空島 | 3 | ||
| - Neist Point | |||
| Eilean Donan Castle | 3 | ||
| BATH 巴斯 | |||
| Bath | One of the most beautiful city in England. See the Roman Bath, Putney Bridge, Bath Abbey, The Circus, Sally Lunn's. Feel the ancient Roman culture. Bath is located at the South West of England. All spots can be visited in one day. | 1 2 | |
| - Bristol | Near Bath. Can spend a night here. There is a Hot Steam Balloon Festival in August every year. | ||
| - Royal Crescent | 1 | ||
| - Pulteney Bridge | 1 2 | ||
| - Roman Bath Museum 羅馬浴場 | in Bath | £18 each for entrance | 3 1 |
| - Bath Abbey | 3 1 | ||
| - The Circus | A roman style building structure in round shape | 1 | |
| STONEHENGE | |||
| Stonehenge 巨石陣 | Located in Salisbury. An ancient place for religious ceremonies. Some people comes here to watch sun-rise. Located in Bath. | not far away from Bath | 3 2 |
| PEAK DISTRICT | |||
| Peak District | On the North of Derby. A bit far. Most people choose to stay in a nearby town for one night. Basically it is a place for hiking. Recommendation for beginner: Public Footpath Mam Tor, which takes 20 min from the carpark to the hill top, then another 40 min to Lose Hill. There are a lot of beautiful little towns near Peak District, such as Bakewell, Matlock, Buxton (with hot spring) | A bit far for driving, requires 3 hrs. | 2 |
| CAMBRIDGE | Boats on the river operated by Cambridge students | not too far away from London | 1 |
| River Cam | located at Cambridge | 3 | |
| King's College Cambridge 國王學院 | 3 | ||
| Whitby | Little fishing village | 3 | |
| COTSWOLDS | |||
| Cotswolds | preserve the traditional village feel in England, feel the very traditional country side of England | 1 | |
| - Bibury 拜伯里 | Called most beautiful little town in the world | 3 1 | |
| - Bourton on the Water | considered as The Venice in England | 1 | |
| - Bufford, Broadway Tower | 1 | ||
| - Gloucester Cathedral | where the Harry Potter movie was taken. Free entry. | 1 | |
| JURASSIC COAST | |||
| - Ladram Bay, Durdle Door, Old Harry Rocks | Many different formation of rocks | Pass through this area on the way back from Cornwall to London along the coastal line on the south | 1 |
| BRIGHTON | A seaside city on the south of England, and is warmer than London. It is not a big city. There are small streets, small shops nice to take a walk and have some food. Lots of local people like to come here during weekends. | Around 1 hour by train from London | 1 |
| - Brighton Pier | 1 | ||
| - Seven Sisters | not far away from Brighton | 1 | |
| YORK | an old history city in the north of England | 1 | |
| - Shambles | a place where the Harry Potter movie was taken | 1 | |
| - York Cathedral | 1 | ||
| - York City Walls | 1 | ||
| WHITBY | in the north-east of York, a small fishing village. There is a long staircase from the mountain to the seaside. Recommend to visit here while going to York | 30-60 min drive from York | 1 |
| WINDSOR | home of the Queen | 1 | |
| - Windsor Castle | 1 | ||
| - Windsor Royal Shopping | 1 | ||
| BICESTER VILLAGE | full of outlet for shopping and food | can be reached by train | 1 |
湖區 Lake District (North West)
蘇格蘭 愛丁堡
倫敦 London
曼城 Manchester
Kingston
Cornwall
Newcastle 紐卡素 (Ireland)
York 約克
UK is divided into 4 regions (countries): England, Scotland, North Ireland, Wales. London subway is divided into 9 zones. Airport is in zone 6.
| Chapman | Hull |
| Don Chan | Dudley |
| William Ng | near Birmingham |
| Rosy Pang | Birmingham, near Dudley |
| Ringo Chau | Glasgow, Scotland Zip: G3 8QW |
| Brian McSloy | Goodwood race course, 50-60 miles south-west of Central London, 10 miles from South coast. |
| Google Map (50.9083387, -0.7403487). Post code is PO18 OHY, new Email: [email protected] | |
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10th Sept - Hospital appointment which will take up the morning and into early afternoon |
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| Kelvin Hung | Streatham, South London zone 3 |
| Dorothy Tsui | Manchester |
| Siu Pui Chung | |
| Richard Lim | Liverpool football game May 18-23 |
| Jacky Siu | 17 oswin street, London, SE114TF Phone: 07310832325 |
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| 衣食住行 | 衣食住行是在當地生活的必要元素 |
| 街市 | 日常在家吃飯需要購買的食物材料，地理位置，種類，價格，店舖開啟時間和日期等 |
| 超市 | 超市是日常生活購物必須的場所，探索出售物品種類及價格，是否可以滿足日常所需，種類選擇是否足夠 |
| 居住地點 | 探索一般當地居民的居住地點，附近設施，交通及房價等 |
| 休閒好去處 | 作為當地居民經常可以去的休閒地方，但並非一定是旅遊景點，包括商場、郊遊地點等 |
| 好食肆介紹 | 記錄一些好食肆的建議 |
| 交通 | 包括本地公共交通及遠程交通，各種不同交通工具，速度，時間限制，費用及轉接等 |
| 旅遊景點 | 作為遊客會重點旅遊的地方，但一般價格會比當地居民一般消費要高 |
Driving
Public Transport
Heathrow Express Pay-as-you-go Caps
| Zone 1 only | £8.50 |
| Zone 1 & 2 | £8.50 |
| Zone 1, 2 & 3 | £10.00 |
| Zone 1, 2, 3 & 4 | £12.30 |
| Zone 1,2,3,4 & 5 | £14.60 |
| Zone 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 | £15.60 |
Oyster Card vs Travel Card
Oyster card is a saving. Travel card is for tourists.
Useful Travel Info
Lodging
Air
Others
Prior Preparations
| International Driving Permit | Apply online preferably at least 10 working days prior to departure |
| UK Phone/Data Card | Buy from Apliu Street |
The Prompt
I am planning a trip to UK to see my cousin in Hull. I also want to take this opportunity to tour around UK. I can drive, can rent a car but it might be too expensive so I would probably prefer to take public transportation, and selectively rent a car in some selected locations when necessary or when it makes more sense for that particular part of tour. I would like to minimize my costs in a reasonable manner, and I am prepared to stay in AirBnB types of accommodations. As a first time tourist to UK, I'd like to see what are the key spots which draw most attentions. I can have about 1 month's time, but can be extended to around 1.5 months. Can you suggest an itinerary, and if possible also the transportations and accommodations if possible, together with an estimated cost.
For a month-long trip around the UK, focusing on key attractions while using a mix of public transportation and selective car rentals is a practical plan. Here’s a suggested itinerary that covers diverse regions, including major cities, scenic landscapes, and historic sites, along with tips on transportation and accommodation:
Week 1: London and Surroundings
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Days 1-4: London
- Sights: Buckingham Palace, British Museum, Tower of London, and a day trip to Windsor Castle.
- Transport: Use an Oyster card for cost-effective travel across all public transport.
- Accommodation: Look for Airbnbs in zones 2-3 for better rates.
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Day 5: Oxford
- Sights: University of Oxford, Ashmolean Museum.
- Transport: Take a train from London.
- Accommodation: Stay overnight to fully enjoy the city.
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Day 6: Stratford-upon-Avon
- Sights: Shakespeare’s birthplace, Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
- Transport: Train from Oxford.
- Accommodation: Return to Oxford or head to Birmingham for the night.
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Day 7: Birmingham
- Sights: Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, canals.
- Transport: Train from Stratford-upon-Avon.
- Accommodation: Stay overnight.
Week 2: North England and Scotland
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Day 8-9: Manchester
- Sights: Museum of Science and Industry, John Rylands Library.
- Transport: Train from Birmingham.
- Accommodation: Airbnb.
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Day 10-11: Lake District
- Sights: Windermere, Scafell Pike.
- Transport: Rent a car in Manchester for the Lake District.
- Accommodation: Cottage or Airbnb.
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Day 12-15: Edinburgh
- Sights: Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, Arthur’s Seat.
- Transport: Train from Lake District to Edinburgh.
- Accommodation: Airbnb.
Week 3: Scotland and Northern Ireland
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Day 16-17: Highlands
- Sights: Loch Ness, Glencoe.
- Transport: Rent a car in Edinburgh.
- Accommodation: B&B or Airbnb in the Highlands.
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Day 18-19: Glasgow
- Sights: Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral.
- Transport: Drive or train from Highlands.
- Accommodation: Airbnb.
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Day 20-21: Belfast and Giant’s Causeway
- Sights: Titanic Belfast, Giant’s Causeway.
- Transport: Ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland.
- Accommodation: Airbnb in Belfast.
Week 4: Wales and Return to England
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Day 22-23: Cardiff
- Sights: Cardiff Castle, Wales Millennium Centre.
- Transport: Fly from Belfast to Cardiff.
- Accommodation: Airbnb.
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Day 24-25: Bath and Cotswolds
- Sights: Roman Baths, villages like Bourton-on-the-Water.
- Transport: Train from Cardiff.
- Accommodation: Stay in Bath.
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Day 26-30: Cornwall
- Sights: St. Michael's Mount, Eden Project.
- Transport: Rent a car in Bath for Cornwall.
- Accommodation: Local inn or Airbnb.
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Day 31: Return to Hull
- Sights: Spend time with your cousin, explore local life.
- Transport: Train from Cornwall to Hull.
- Accommodation: With your cousin or Airbnb.
Estimated Costs
- Transport: Train passes like BritRail can save money. Estimate around £800-£1,000 for all public transport including occasional car rentals.
- Accommodation: Average £50-£70 per night with Airbnb or budget hotels, totaling approximately £1,500-£2,100 for 30 nights.
- Food and Miscellaneous: Approximately £20-£30 per day, adding up to £600-£900 for the month.
Total Estimate: Around £2,900-£4,000.
This itinerary gives you a comprehensive tour of the UK's famed and lesser-known sites, with flexibility in transportation and accommodation to manage costs effectively.
Absolutely! Here's a suggested itinerary for a 1-month UK adventure with your cousin in Hull as your starting point. This itinerary utilizes public transportation for the most part, with suggestions on car rentals for specific locations where it might be more economical or efficient.
Week 1: Hull and Yorkshire Dales
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Spend a few days exploring Hull with your cousin. Visit the Humber Bridge, the largest single-span suspension bridge in the world . Explore the historic Old Town and learn about Hull's maritime heritage at the Hull Maritime Museum. Don't miss the The Deep, a spectacular aquarium showcasing marine life from around the world.
- Accommodation: Stay with your cousin in Hull (estimated cost: £0)
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Take a day trip to the Yorkshire Dales National Park, a beautiful area of rolling hills, valleys, and waterfalls. You can hike, bike, or drive through the Dales, and visit charming villages like Hawes and Horton in Ribblesdale.
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Transportation: Take a train from Hull Paragon Interchange to Skipton station (estimated cost: £20-£40) in the Yorkshire Dales. Buses are readily available for exploring the national park from Skipton (estimated cost: £5-£10 per day).
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Accommodation: AirBnB in the Yorkshire Dales (estimated cost: £40-£60 per night)
Week 2: Manchester and the Lake District
- Head south to Manchester, a vibrant city known for its music scene, football teams, and industrial heritage. Explore the Northern Quarter, a trendy area with independent shops, cafes, and bars. Visit the National Football Museum or catch a match at Old Trafford, home to Manchester United.
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Transportation: Train from Skipton station to Manchester Piccadilly station (estimated cost: £30-£50).
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Accommodation: AirBnB in Manchester (estimated cost: £50-£70 per night)
- Take a day trip to the Lake District National Park, another stunning area of mountains, lakes, and forests. Hike up Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England, or take a boat trip on Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in England.
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Transportation: Rent a car in Manchester for the Lake District (estimated cost: £50 per day). Consider a day tour if car rental isn't an option (estimated cost: £40-£60).
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Accommodation: Keep your AirBnB in Manchester (estimated cost: £50-£70 per night).
Week 3: Edinburgh and the Scottish Highlands
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Head north to Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city. Visit Edinburgh Castle, perched on a volcanic rock overlooking the city. Explore the Royal Mile, a historic street lined with shops and attractions. Take a ghost tour or learn about the city's literary heritage at the Writers' Museum.
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Transportation: Train from Manchester Piccadilly station to Edinburgh Waverley station (estimated cost: £50-£70).
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Accommodation: AirBnB in Edinburgh (estimated cost: £60-£80 per night)
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Take a trip to the Scottish Highlands, a region of mountains, lochs (lakes), and castles. Visit Glencoe, a dramatic valley known for its role in Scottish history. Hike or bike around Loch Ness, and see if you can spot the famous monster! Explore the Isle of Skye, the largest island in the Inner Hebrides, known for its stunning scenery and dramatic coastline.
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Transportation: Consider a multi-day tour of the Scottish Highlands including transportation and accommodation (estimated cost: £150-£200 per day). Renting a car in Edinburgh would be ideal for exploring at your own pace (estimated cost: £50 per day).
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Accommodation: Accommodation as part of the tour or AirBnB in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands (estimated cost: £40-£60 per night)
Week 4: The Cotswolds and London
- Head south to the Cotswolds, an area of outstanding natural beauty known for its rolling hills, honey-colored villages, and traditional pubs. Visit Bibury, a village often called the most beautiful in England, Bourton-on-the-Water, known as the "Venice
I’m thrilled to help you plan your UK adventure! With a month or so at your disposal, you’ll have a fantastic opportunity to explore the diverse landscapes and rich history the UK has to offer. Here’s a suggested itinerary that balances iconic sights with unique experiences, while keeping an eye on costs:
Week 1: England’s South and London
- Days 1-3: Start in London, exploring landmarks like the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the British Museum. Use the London Underground for convenient travel.
- Day 4: Day trip to Canterbury and the White Cliffs of Dover.
- Day 5: Visit Brighton’s seaside attractions.
- Day 6: Explore Portsmouth’s maritime heritage and Southampton’s historic port.
- Day 7: Discover Winchester’s medieval charm and the mystery of Stonehenge.
Week 2: The West Country and Wales
- Days 8-9: Head to Cornwall for rugged coastlines and quaint villages.
- Days 10-11: Relax in Bath’s Georgian splendor and visit the Roman Baths.
- Day 12: Travel to Cardiff, Wales, and explore Cardiff Castle and the bay area.
Week 3: The North and Scotland
- Days 13-14: Experience Liverpool’s Beatles history and vibrant culture.
- Day 15: Visit Manchester’s industrial heritage sites.
- Days 16-17: Journey to Glasgow, Scotland, and enjoy its vibrant arts scene.
- Days 18-19: Explore the Scottish Highlands, including Stirling and Fort William.
Week 4: Scottish Highlights and Return to England
- Day 20: Visit Inverness, Loch Ness, and the Culloden Battlefield.
- Days 21-22: Discover Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
- Day 23: Travel to York, England, and walk its medieval walls.
- Day 24: See Nottingham’s legendary sites linked to Robin Hood.
- Days 25-26: Enjoy Stratford-upon-Avon’s Shakespearean connections and Oxford’s university charm.
- Day 27: Return to London to conclude your trip.
For transportation, consider purchasing a rail pass for long-distance travel and using local buses or renting a car for more remote areas. The average weekly household spend on transport services is around £12.81. As for accommodations, AirBnB options average around £173 per night2, but you can find more affordable choices if you book in advance and stay outside city centers.
The total estimated cost for transportation and accommodations for one month could be approximately:
- Transportation: £550 (assuming a mix of rail pass and occasional car rentals)
- Accommodations: £5,190 (assuming an average of £173 per night)
Please note that these are rough estimates and actual costs may vary. I recommend checking out travel websites and apps for the latest deals and more precise budgeting. Would you like more details on any part of the itinerary or assistance with other aspects of your trip planning?
