Europe road trip planner: Routes, tips & travel inspiration

Plan your road trip through Europe

A Europe road trip is one of the most rewarding ways to discover the continent’s landscapes, cultures, and hidden gems. With the flexibility of a rental car, you set the pace and enjoy the freedom to explore both iconic highlights and off-the-beaten-path stops.More...

Whether you’re looking for a scenic drive along the Amalfi Coast, a classic Spain-to-Portugal route, or a multi-country journey through the UK, Tourlane’s travel experts are here to design your tailor-made adventure. Use our Europe road trip planner to map out the best routes, get insider tips, and make your trip truly unforgettable.Less

9-Day Scottish Highlands Road Trip Itinerary

9-Day Scottish Highlands Road Trip Itinerary

9 days

5 stops

From $2,200 p.p.

Edinburgh to Isle of Skye Road Trip: City Charm and Island Majesty

Edinburgh to Isle of Skye Road Trip: City Charm and Island Majesty

8 days

4 stops

From $2,300 p.p.

Derryclare Lough, entlang des Wild Atlantic Way, Connemara, Galway, Irland.

Mittelalterliche Burg am Wasser mit Spiegelung im See. Dunguaire Castle, Galway, Irland.

Das Boot in der Bucht von Galway, Irland

Ireland Itinerary: 14 Days on a Self-Drive Tour of the South

Ireland Itinerary: 14 Days on a Self-Drive Tour of the South

15 days

7 stops

From $2,500 p.p.

14-Day Self Drive Itinerary: Ireland Road Trip from Dublin to Belfast

14-Day Self Drive Itinerary: Ireland Road Trip from Dublin to Belfast

15 days

10 stops

From $2,500 p.p.

Scotland Road Trip: 9-Day Itinerary

9 days

5 stops

From $2,550 p.p.

Historische Steinbrücke mit beleuchteten Fenstern. Pulteney Bridge, Bath, Somerset, England.

Wahrzeichen mit Glockenturm an der Themse. Big Ben, London, England.

England Itinerary: 10 Days of History, Culture, and Natural Beauty

England Itinerary: 10 Days of History, Culture, and Natural Beauty

11 days

6 stops

From $2,550 p.p.

Pena-Palast auf Hügel in Sintra, mit bunten Farben und verschiedenen Architekturstilen. Sintra, Portugal.

Bunte Häuser am Flussufer des Douro mit Blick auf Brücken und Boote, Porto, Portugal.

Schmale Gasse mit bunten Häusern und Steinmauer, Largo da Pena Ventosa, Porto, Portugal

Historische Brücke in Tavira, Algarve, Portugal, Europa

Portugal Road Trip 3 Weeks: Complete 21-Day Itinerary

21 days

11 stops

From $2,600 p.p.

Scotland Road Trip 7 Days: Castles, Whisky, and Highland Roads

Scotland Road Trip 7 Days: Castles, Whisky, and Highland Roads

9 days

5 stops

From $2,600 p.p.

UK Road Trip: England & Scotland in 10 Days

UK Road Trip: England & Scotland in 10 Days

11 days

5 stops

From $2,700 p.p.

Klippen und schöne Badestrände bei einer Apulien Rundreise erleben

Entspannen Sie sich an den türkisfarbenen Stränden Apuliens während Ihres Lecce Urlaubs.

Southern Italy Road Trip: 2 Weeks of History & Coastlines

Southern Italy Road Trip: 2 Weeks of History & Coastlines

15 days

6 stops

From $4,200 p.p.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II ist ein Muss für alle Mode-Fans bei einem Mailand Urlaub.

Boccadasse, Stadtteil von Genua in Italien

Northern Italy Itinerary 14 Days: Cities & Coastline

Northern Italy Itinerary 14 Days: Cities & Coastline

16 days

8 stops

From $4,500 p.p.

Uffizi Galerie von außen, Florenz, Italien.

Balkon mit Efeu bewachsen, in Verona, Venetien, Italien.

Italy Itinerary: 2 Weeks in Cities, Countryside & Coast

Italy Itinerary: 2 Weeks in Cities, Countryside & Coast

15 days

6 stops

From $5,200 p.p.

Ein Kanal in Venedig - die schöne Stadt in Italien

Vulkan Ätna in Sizilien durch die Ruinen des antiken Amphitheaters in Taormina gesehen.

Italy Itinerary 3 Weeks: From the North to the South

Italy Itinerary 3 Weeks: From the North to the South

22 days

9 stops

From $8,600 p.p.

The best destinations for a road trip

England

The most beautiful routes for self-drivers

Serie von Windmühlen von Consuegra auf dem Hügel, Spanien.

Spain

Discover the treasures of the Iberian Peninsula

Autofahren auf eine kurvenreicher Bergstraße am Flussufer. Gap of Dunloe, County Kerry, Irland.

Ireland

Pure nature on four wheels

Turm am Rande einer Klippe in Sardinien und zwei Menschen am Auto als Symbolbild für einen Roadtrip durch Italien. Sardinien, Italien

Italy

Bella Italia at your own pace

Scotland

Rugged coastline and impressive valleys

Luftaufnahme des Autos, das sich auf der Straße auf der Insel Lefkada bewegt. Lefkada, Griechenland.

Greece

Beach, tavernas, and ancient charm

Portugal

From cliffs to romantic towns

Wales

Explore scenic routes, historic sites, and local culture with an itinerary built for you.

Plan for free

Custom holiday packages and trips that fit your budget

Personalized for you

Itineraries built exactly to your needs

Private VIP guides

A personal English-speaking, native-European travel expert for every step

Peace-of-mind support

Full service assistance before, during, and after your trip

Firsthand experiences

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Trip to Ireland

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Steffen

Tourlane is special. They really taking into account your needs and wishes. They are very experienced in the specific area and have ideas and suggestions that are not widely spread all over the place.

04/04/2025

Trip to Italy

C

Caroline Bohrmann

Lara has organized my Italy trip for summer with my family. She had some many great ideas and provided so much information about the different regions. I´m really looking forward! Thank you Lara :-)

02/11/2025

Trip to Scotland

katrin rosenmüller

We had the best trip of our life and can recommend Tourlane as your travel partner / agency. From the first contact, to planning and the concierge service during the trip. 5 stars rating!

09/07/2024

Europe road trips

Plan your road trip through Europe

Wales Road Trip: 9-Day Self-Drive Itinerary

Ireland Road Trip: 10-Day Self-Drive Itinerary

Portugal Road Trip: 14 Days of Culture, Coast & Countryside

Sardinia Itinerary: 7 Days Road Trip

Scotland Distillery Road Trip: Whisky, Castles & Culinary Highlights

England Road Trip: 7 Days Through Historic Cities

9-Day Scottish Highlands Road Trip Itinerary

Edinburgh to Isle of Skye Road Trip: City Charm and Island Majesty

Ireland Itinerary: 14 Days on a Self-Drive Tour of the South