Five Luxurious UK Journeys Best Enjoyed with a Chauffeur

Discover comfort, culture, and countryside beauty without touching the steering wheel

There are few better ways to experience the beauty of Britain than by road. From the rolling green of the Cotswolds to the drama of the Scottish Highlands, the UK offers some of the most picturesque drives in Europe. But while many travellers focus on the route, the real luxury lies in how you get there. Increasingly, discerning travellers are swapping rental cars for professional chauffeur hire to enjoy the journey in comfort, style, and complete relaxation.

Here are five unforgettable journeys across the UK that are best experienced with the ease and elegance of a private chauffeur service.

1. London to the Cotswolds: Timeless Villages and Country Elegance

A drive from London to the Cotswolds takes you into the heart of postcard-perfect England. Honey-coloured cottages, afternoon teas, and antique shops line the winding lanes between Chipping Campden, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Stow-on-the-Wold.

Travelling with a chauffeur allows you to sit back and soak up the scenery rather than navigating narrow country roads. Many visitors make a weekend of it, stopping at luxury inns or spa hotels en route, while their driver handles every detail from luggage to route planning.

2. Edinburgh to the Highlands: The Road to Majesty

The route north from Edinburgh to Glencoe and Fort William offers some of the UK’s most cinematic landscapes. Mountain passes, mist-covered lochs, and historic castles appear at every turn.

With a professional driver at the wheel, you can truly appreciate the scale and serenity of the Scottish Highlands. Stop for photographs, enjoy a dram at a local distillery, or take a detour to Loch Ness without worrying about time or fatigue. It is the kind of journey where the drive itself becomes the destination.

3. Bath to Oxford: Heritage and Harmony

For lovers of history and Georgian architecture, the road between Bath and Oxford offers a peaceful slice of old-world England. The journey winds through rolling hills, market towns, and the Chiltern countryside.

A chauffeur-led trip makes it easy to pause at hidden gems such as Lacock Abbey or Blenheim Palace. Travellers can explore at leisure, knowing their driver will be waiting to continue the journey in comfort. It is a perfect route for those who enjoy refined travel, cultural landmarks, and an unhurried pace.

4. Manchester to the Lake District: Nature Meets Nobility

Leaving the bustle of Manchester behind, the road to the Lake District unfolds into a landscape of fells, lakes, and poetic inspiration. Wordsworth, Ruskin, and Beatrix Potter all drew from these views, and they are even more breathtaking when you do not have to drive yourself.

Whether you are heading to Windermere for a lakeside retreat or exploring Ambleside and Grasmere, a private chauffeur adds a touch of calm and convenience. Many travellers choose to extend their journey with a stop at a country manor or fine-dining restaurant along the way.

5. The South Coast Explorer: From Brighton to the Jurassic Coast

The southern coastline offers a blend of beaches, history, and dramatic cliffs that are often overlooked in favour of inland escapes. Starting in Brighton, travellers can follow the coast past Arundel Castle, Portsmouth’s maritime heritage, and on toward Dorset’s stunning Jurassic Coast.

A chauffeur-led journey turns this scenic route into a relaxed coastal adventure. There is no stress over parking, navigation, or traffic, just uninterrupted views and the freedom to stop wherever curiosity leads.

Why the Chauffeured Road Still Matters

In an age of fast trains and budget flights, there is something quietly luxurious about being driven. Chauffeur travel transforms getting from A to B into an experience in itself, one defined by comfort, control, and connection with the countryside.

Whether you are travelling for business, celebrating an occasion, or simply seeking a stress-free getaway, the flexibility and professionalism of a private chauffeur make all the difference. It is travel at its most refined, calm, comfortable, and beautifully British.

A Modern Way to Rediscover the UK

From London’s leafy lanes to Scotland’s soaring mountains, chauffeur-led journeys invite travellers to rediscover the pleasures of the open road. With expert drivers who know every scenic shortcut and historic landmark, you are free to sit back, relax, and enjoy the view.

For those seeking a smoother way to see the country, these routes prove that the true luxury of travel is not about speed, it is about serenity.

 

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Rift Complete Mounts Instruction

Basic mount information.
Mounts! Mounts! and more Mounts! Everyone wants to run faster, get to quests and back, get from rift to rift as soon as you can, but where can you get them? when? for how much? and how fast?

The first mounts you can get used to be level 20, but with the recent beta they removed the level requirement and you can now get a mount at any level as long as you have enough money. How much money do the mounts cost? (This is a picture of the mount vendor in the main city Meridian for the defiant side. The mount cost the same for both defiants and guardians though.)



The mounts cost 2 plat, 50 gold for the one that requires no level and is 60% speed, 35 plat for the 90% speed one and 125 plat for the 110% speed one.

What do the %'s mean? The cheaper, slower mounts are 60% faster running speed while on the mount, at level 40 you can get 90% speed mounts in your main cities and at level 50 you can get mounts that are 110% faster running speed.


Lastly, where can you get them? Well, they aren't far from the starting zone, they are just a few quest hubs away. The guardian's mount vendor is here, just south of the Argent Glade




The Defiant's mount vendor is here



There is also mount vendors in each main city.


Also as a side note, when pre-ordering the collectors edition, on the website it says that it comes with a mount that can be used at level 20, ever since the change towards mounts you can now use that at any level even though on the website it still says that it can be used at level 20.

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An explanation of mount speed, mount types

Mounts are animals or creations used by players to move faster. Mounts have to be purchased from mount vendors and added into the player's collection (like books and companions). Mounting has a 1.5 sec cast time, and players can be dismounted when taking damage. Players will also dismount when using any ability.

The mounted speed increase depends on the level of the mount.
basic mounts give 60% faster movement speed and can be obtained at any player level
mounts for level 40 players give 90% speed increase, and
mounts for level 50 players give 110% to 110% speed increase.
This does not stack with other movement speed buffs, with the exception of some outfitter enhancement consumables that can be applied to leg items.

Apart from running (mounted or unmounted), players can instantly travel to other zones by using a Porticulum or the Ascended Power Soul Recall.

Mount types

Various vendors across Telara sell different types of mounts, most of them require a certain notoriety with the local ally faction. Each mount type is additionally available in a variety of color designs.



Mount Gallery



Here is a list of the available mounts and where to find their vendors.

Players may purchase a mount once they reach level 20. You will need to visit a vendor to purchase your mount.

After you purchase a mount, right click on the mount's icon in your backpack to have it move to your Mount Collections tab. Once the mount icon shows up on your Mount collections tab, you will be able to drag the icon to any of your action bars.

Guardia
Nell Hara is the vendor in Sanctum.



Reynora Skye is the vendor in Argent Glade.



Templar Arsbret is the vendor in Sanctum.



Defiant
Shria Terke is the vendor in Meridian.



Orobus Vend is the vendor in Kelari Refuge.



Jensen Farnsworth is the vendor in Meridian.



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How to buy and summon your mount



Mounts

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