Our UK vacations

Our vacations leave the cities behind to explore the wild, open and beautiful landscapes making up the four countries of the UK. Discover the wildlife and ‘natural larder’ of Scotland by rail, walking, self drive vacations and small ship cruises. Spot seals off the magnificent Pembrokeshire Coast, or hike the peaks of Snowdonia on our Wales adventures. And in England and Northern Ireland, our walking vacations are a wonderful way to appreciate the culture as well as the scenery. Plus, by staying in locally owned accommodation throughout you’ll always know where to find the best pub nearby.

Our top trips

Scotland highlights by train

From £1945
10 days ex flights
Rail journey across mainland Scotland

National parks of the UK walking vacation

From £3588
0 days ex flights
Hike in 5 national parks of Scotland and England
Small group

Wildlife vacation on the Isle of Mull, Scotland

From £635 to £1015
5 days ex flights
Spot whales, otters and eagles on Isle of Mull, Scotland

Dorset to Devon self drive vacation, UK

From £675
5 days ex flights
Drive Poole to Exeter on this stunning England road trip

Skye and the Small Isles sailing vacation

From £1640 to £2960
9 days ex flights
Sail Scotland's Small Isles and visit spectacular Skye
Small group2027: 29 Apr, 10 May, 15 May, 14 Jun, 30 Jul, 14 Aug, 18 Aug, 26 Aug, 8 Sep, 9 Sep, 13 Sep

St Kilda, Outer Hebrides Cruise, Scotland

From £2600 to £3700
11 days ex flights
Cruise to St Kilda, Monachs, Outer Hebrides and Small Isles
Small group2027: 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 23 Jun, 26 Jun, 5 Jul, 8 Jul, 25 Jul, 28 Jul

Grand rail tour of Scotland

From £3590 to £3700
16 days ex flights
A leisurely self-guided trip touring Highlands and islands

Rail tour in North Highlands & Orkney

From £2925 to £2995
7 days ex flights
Scotland’s geographic extremities & ancient history by train
Small group2027: 25 Apr, 23 May, 5 Sep, 3 Oct

Loch Ness & Skye guided rail tour, Scotland

From £3195 to £3295
7 days ex flights
Discover Scotland’s Highlands & Isle of Skye by Rail
Small group2027: 18 Apr, 16 May, 30 May, 18 Jul, 29 Aug, 26 Sep, 10 Oct
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About our UK vacations

Wonderful walks

Our walking vacations embrace the joy of slowing things down, and they’re also the most low carbon way to explore. Small group tours join you up with local guides and friendly hiking companions, while our expertly crafted self guided tours help you walk long-distance routes like the Causeway Coast and Pilgrims’ Way independently, connecting you with histories, wildlife and some great characters along the way. Locally owned hotels give you a taste of culture – we pre-book your accommodation, and arrange all the support you’ll need.

Around the UK by rail

Rail is the most convenient, eco-friendly and enjoyable way to get around the UK. On our most popular routes – including the Pembrokeshire coast and the iconic West Highland Line – some of the UK’s most wildly beautiful scenery unfolds before you like a film.

As well as arranging your tickets, and pre-booking locally owned accommodation, we can enhance your journey with stop-offs where you'll connect with local guides to explore. From fishing boat excursions to whisky tastings, or a few of our trusty restaurant recommendations, we share useful and inspiring tips to help you uncover ways of life around the UK.

Family adventures

Our family adventure vacations keep smiles on faces without resorting to ice-cream bribery. Professional instructors keep a watchful eye on kids running wild in the Lake District: think rock climbing, orienteering, sailing and gorge walking.

And in Scotland you can explore a host of fab Highland activities from mountain biking to ‘pot-throwing’, all set against ravishingly beautiful scenery, and led by engaging local guides with a passion for showing off their communities.

Small ship cruising

Although you can explore all of the UK by water, for small ship cruising Scotland is hard to beat. The Caledonian Canal links Neptune's Staircase with Loch Ness (no introductions necessary) and the Moray Firth, and then the Inner and Outer Hebrides, which teem with wildlife. Expect fellow passengers to number between six and 12, and captains to set the schedule by what the weather's doing every morning.

Mealtimes are a joy as you tuck into seasonal produce sourced from local producers in Scotland’s famed ‘natural larder’. Weather-wise, it’s best to assume four seasons in a day, but most cruises operate between the calmer months of April and October, with wildlife watching at its finest in summer.

Where to go in the UK

You might think the only things the four countries that make up the UK have in common are a largely shared first language and reliably unreliable weather, however you'll find welcoming, under-visited communities, and fragile, wild landscapes at the heart of all of our trips. In England, our relaxed walking vacations are the perfect way to slow down and explore both countryside and local culture. Scotland’s wild beauty is showcased by rail tours that demand a window seat, and our thrilling range of activity vacations.

Wales is Blue Flag beaches, ancient castles and a rugged coastline that will have you reaching for a wetsuit. Over the Irish Sea, meanwhile, our vacations explore tumultuous recent history, staggering natural landscapes, and a real sense of community in Northern Ireland.

Latest reviews

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Patricia Willmot26 Oct 2026
Best vacation ever.read more
Margaret Dawson23 Oct 2026
Really enjoyed it, better than I was expecting!read more
Margaret (Meg) Yost21 Oct 2026
Awesome.read more
Michel Apchin16 Oct 2026
We were very satisfied with this cruise, thanks to the appeal of the ship, the kindness and professionalism of the crew, the beauty of the locations we passed through, and weather that was far more pleasant than we had hoped for.read more
Written by Rob Perkins
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