Grand Touring & Road Drives
Grand touring has always been about more than distance. It is about the character of a road, the rhythm of progress through landscape, and the quiet satisfaction of travelling with intention rather than haste.
The titles gathered here focus on structured, well-considered routes across Great Britain and continental Europe, from Atlantic coastlines and Alpine passes to rural valleys and historic towns. These guides are practical companions, offering detailed driving instructions and local context, yet they also reinforce a wider truth: the journey itself remains central to the motoring experience. For those who believe that a well-driven road is as important as the destination, these volumes provide a thoughtful starting point.
DK Travel
Paperback | 264 pages
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 9780241670514
Not every great drive needs to involve a supercar. Sometimes it’s simply about the road, the landscape, and the journey itself.
DK Road Trips Great Britain brings together 25 carefully mapped scenic routes across England, Scotland and Wales, ranging from one-day escapes to multi-day touring adventures. Historic market towns, coastal roads, rolling countryside and hidden beaches are all woven into structured, easy-to-follow itineraries.
Each drive includes clear directions, practical navigation guidance, road conditions, parking advice and satnav-ready addresses. Along the way, the guide highlights viewpoints, walking routes, cultural landmarks and recommended places to stay or eat, making it as useful as it is inspirational. A laminated pull-out road map completes the package.
For those who believe the joy of motoring lies in the journey rather than just the destination, this is a practical companion for exploring Great Britain properly, at your own pace.
DK Travel
Paperback | 264 pages
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 9780241670538
There are few places in Europe where the road feels as connected to the landscape as Ireland.
DK Road Trips Ireland brings together 25 structured scenic drives across the island, each designed to be completed over two to five days. From the Atlantic coastline and rugged peninsulas to quiet inland valleys and historic towns, this guide focuses on routes where the journey itself becomes the experience.
Each itinerary includes clear driving instructions, satnav-ready addresses, road condition notes and practical advice on parking and local regulations. Along the way, DK highlights viewpoints, walking routes, cultural landmarks and recommended places to stay and eat. A laminated pull-out road map makes planning and navigation straightforward.
For those who see touring as more than simply reaching a destination and who value the rhythm of a well-driven road, this is a practical and well-structured companion for exploring Ireland properly.
DK Travel
Paperback | 264 pages
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 9780241538647
Few countries understand the art of the journey quite like France.
DK Road Trips France presents 24 structured scenic drives across the country, ranging from one-day excursions to five-day touring adventures. From tranquil river valleys and vineyard-lined roads to rugged Atlantic coastline and Alpine routes, the guide focuses on journeys where the drive itself is central to the experience.
Each itinerary includes detailed directions, satnav-ready addresses, road condition guidance and practical driving information. Along the way, the book highlights viewpoints, historic towns, walking routes and carefully selected places to stay and dine. A laminated pull-out road map supports easy navigation and planning.
For those who view touring as part of motoring’s deeper culture, not simply travel, but movement through landscape and history, this guide offers a well-organised companion to exploring France properly, at your own pace.
DK Travel
Paperback | 264 pages
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 9780241538661
Italy has long been associated with the romance of the open road, from Alpine passes to coastal highways and the quiet lanes that connect hilltop villages. It is a country where landscape, architecture and motoring culture often feel inseparable.
DK Road Trips Italy brings together 24 structured scenic drives across the country, each designed to span two to five days. The routes explore diverse regions, from Tuscan countryside and dramatic coastline to historic towns and mountainous terrain, offering journeys that prioritise experience over distance.
Each itinerary includes detailed directions, satnav-ready addresses, road condition notes and practical driving advice. Along the way, the guide highlights viewpoints, walking routes, cultural landmarks and selected places to stay and dine. A laminated pull-out road map supports both planning and navigation.
For those who see grand touring as an essential part of motoring life, where the road itself becomes part of the story, this guide offers a clear and well-structured framework for exploring Italy thoughtfully and at pace.
DK Travel
Paperback | 264 pages
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 9780241735893
Northern and Central Italy contain some of Europe’s most varied and rewarding driving terrain. From the architectural backdrop of Tuscan hill towns to the dramatic elevation of Alpine passes, the region offers roads that combine scenery, culture and technical challenge in equal measure.
DK Road Trips Northern and Central Italy presents 25 structured scenic routes designed to span one to five days. The itineraries focus specifically on this portion of the country, allowing for more detailed exploration of mountain roads, rural valleys and historic centres without attempting to cover the entire peninsula.
Each drive includes clear directions, satnav-ready addresses, guidance on road conditions and practical travel information. Along the way, the guide highlights viewpoints, walking routes, cultural landmarks and recommended places to stay and dine. A laminated pull-out road map supports both planning and navigation.
For those drawn to continental touring, particularly where elevation, landscape and architecture converge, this focused guide provides a practical framework for exploring Northern and Central Italy thoughtfully and at pace.
DK Travel
Paperback | 264 pages
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 9780241735909
Spain offers a remarkable diversity of driving landscapes, from sweeping mountain roads and high plains to Atlantic cliffs and Mediterranean coastline. It is a country where distance, climate and terrain shift dramatically within a single day’s drive.
DK Road Trips Spain presents 25 structured scenic routes across the country, each designed to be completed over one to four days. The itineraries combine historic towns, coastal roads and elevated mountain passes with practical guidance that keeps the focus on the journey itself.
Each drive includes detailed directions, satnav-ready addresses, road condition notes and useful information on local driving regulations. Along the way, the guide highlights viewpoints, walking routes, cultural landmarks and selected places to stay and dine. A laminated pull-out road map supports both planning and navigation.
For those who view touring as an integral part of motoring life, not simply travel, but movement through landscape and culture, this guide provides a structured and practical framework for exploring Spain thoughtfully and at pace.
