United Kingdom Tours & Trips 2020
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Style
Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
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Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
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Attractions & Cities Visited
Activities & Interests
Travel Style
Travel Style
Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Solo Friendly
Solo Friendly
Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
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Countries Visited
Continents Visited
Rivers & Seas Visitied
Stride Gives Back Stride Gives Back This trip visits a destination impacted by climate change. When you opt in to the Travelstride Gives Back program, we will donate 10% of our net revenue to organizations that help mitigate climate change in these destinations and across the globe. Learn more
Scotland's Orkney Islands

- The Orkney Islands are teeming with historic sites to explore. The Neolithic township of Skara Brae, the renowned Ring of Brodgar and 12th-century St Magnus Cathedral – it’s like you’ve been transported back in time!
- Join your group leader on a walking tour of Kirkwall – Orkney’s main centre. They’ll be able to share with you the history and traditions behind the game of ‘Ba’ in town.
- Spend the morning discovering the island of Shapinsay on a coastal walking tour, full of rich heritage and small-town quirks. You might even spot some resident seals!
- What’s Scotland without a tipple? Be sure to join your local leader and group of travellers throughout the trip at a corner pub, tasting some of the finest whiskies on offer.
- With plenty of time dedicated to exploring at your own pace, you can dial up the history, or instead, balance it all out with some distillery visits. You’ve got the power to choose.
Paris to Normandy with 3 Nights in London

- Onboard welcome reception
- Choice of excursions to Giverny or Bizy Castle or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk or guided hike in Les Andelys ; onboard crêpe tasting and Pastry Demonstration
- Choice of excursion along the “Normandy Abbeys Route” or bike with your Adventure Host
- Choice of full-day excursions to Normandy landing beaches or 'A Taste of Normandy' excursion
- Choice of guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit the cathedral or bike tour
- Choice of excursions to Auvers-sur-Oise or Napoleon and Josephine's Château de Malmaison or bike with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided sightseeing or historic sights on 'Heart of Paris' walking tour or walk with your Adventure Host
- Transfer to London by high-speed Eurostar train (Standard class)
- Guided sightseeing, visit St. Paul's Cathedral (except on Sundays)
- Full day at leisure
- This fabulous Seine River cruise begins and ends in Paris with a 3-night vacation in London to crown your European vacation in style! Take in the beautiful views along the Seine River and the picturesque and historical region of Normandy
- In Vernon, choose between two guided visits—Claude Monet’s stunning gardens at Giverny or the remarkable Bizy Castle, known as “Normandy’s Versailles
Imperial Splendors
- Munich : Welcome dinner; orientation including Marienplatz; visit the famous Hofbräuhaus; farewell dinner at the Ratskeller restaurant
- Prague : Guided sightseeing, visit the Hradčany Castle grounds, see the Astronomical Clock
- Bratislava : Visit the capital of Slovakia
- Budapest : Guided sightseeing, a panoramic view from Fishermen’s Bastion, visit Matthias Coronation Church
- Vienna : Guided sightseeing, visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral
- Danube cruise: Enjoy Kaffee und Kuchen (coffee and cake) on board
- Salzburg : Guided walking tour, visit Mirabell Gardens and Residenz Square; a special dinner at St. Peter Stiftskeller restaurant
- This tour is a magnificent journey through the former Habsburg Empire
- It starts and ends in Munich with an orientation of the city
Essential Britain
- Stonehenge: Visit the prehistoric monument
- Plymouth : Welcome dinner; Plymouth Sound cruise
- Cornwall : Visit the fishing village of Looe
- Bath : Visit the Roman relics
- Builth wells: Visit the ancient market town
- Chester: Walking tour
- Liverpool : Visit the Beatles Story
- Grasmere : Visit Wordsworth’s village; try original Grasmere gingerbread
- Gretna green: Take part in a wedding re-enactment
- Mallaig-armadale: Cross the Sound of Sleat by ferry
- Pitlochry: Visit the Victorian mountain resort
- St. andrews: Visit the home of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club
- Edinburgh: Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace (when available)
- Alnwick: Visit the ancestral home of the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland or explore the spectacular garden
- York : Walking tour
- Stratford-upon-avon : Take pictures of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, visit Shakespeare’s birthplace
- On this Essential Britain tour you’ll experience some of Britain’s most fascinating towns as you travel through England, Wales, and Scotland stopping for overnights in London, Plymouth, Cardiff, Liverpool, Glasgow, Inverness, Edinburgh, and York
- Plus, part of the charm of traveling through Britain is seeing the marvelous scenery and on this Britain tour you’ll get the opportunity to witness some of its most scenic areas
Grand France with 2 Nights in Nice & 3 Nights ...

- Welcome to France
- Guided tour
- Transfer to the ship; onboard welcome reception
- Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the Roman Amphitheatre or painting workshop, or walk with your Adventure Host
- Guided sightseeing, visit the Palace of the Popes
- Guided walk, visit Old Town and the cathedral or walk with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided walk in Tournon or bike with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk in Vienne or hike with your Adventure Host
- Guided sightseeing, picture stop on Fourvière Hill
- Cheese tasting on board
- Visit the Hôtel-Dieu in Beaune; TGV train from Dijon to Paris; onboard welcome reception
- Choice of excursions to Giverny or Bizy Castle or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk or guided hike in Les Andelys; onboard crêpe tasting and Pastry Demonstration
- Choice of excursion along the “Normandy Abbeys Route” or bike with your Adventure Host
- Choice of full-day excursions to Normandy landing beaches or "A Taste of Normandy" excursion
- Choice of guided tour, see the Astronomical Clock and visit to the cathedral or bike tour
- Choice of excursion to Auvers-sur-Oise or excursion to Napoleon and Josephine’s Château de Malmaison or bike with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided sightseeing or historic sights on “Heart of Paris” walking tour or walk with your Adventure Host
- Transfer to London by high-speed Eurostar train (Standard class)
- Guided sightseeing, visit St. Paul's Cathedral (except on Sundays)
- Full day at leisure
- This fantastic European river cruise vacation showcases France’s breathtaking views, amazing history, and legendary culture
- Your adventure begins with two overnights in Nice on the French Riviera, then travel to Arles to board your Avalon Suite Ship®
Britain Sampler with Paris to Normandy

- Welcome to England
- Guided sightseeing
- Explore prehistoric Stonehenge, see the Roman relics in Bath, welcome dinner
- Sightseeing in Ludlow and Llangollen, transfer to Liverpool
- Stop in Wordsworth's village, travel to Edinburgh
- Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh Castle
- Guided tour of Sir Walter Scott's house in Abbotsford, visit Jedburgh, walking tour in York
- Visit of Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon
- Transfer to Paris; onboard welcome reception
- Choice of excursions to Giverny or Bizy Castle or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk, or guided hike in Les Andelys; crêpes tasting on board
- Choice of excursion along the “Normandy Abbeys Route” or bike with your Adventure Host
- Choice of full day excursion to Normandy landing beaches, or “A Taste of Normandy” excursion
- Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit the cathedral or bike tour
- Choice of excursions to Auvers-sur-Oise, or Napoleon and Josephine's Château de Malmaison or bike with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided sightseeing or “Heart of Paris” walking tour to see Paris’ historic sights or walk with your Adventure Host
- Join us for an adventure on this guided tour of Britain to sample iconic and inspiringly beautiful locales in England and Scotland
- See the classic landmarks in exciting London, including Big Ben, and take an excursion to see the mysterious Stonehenge, and the excavations of the Roman Baths
Northern & Southern Ireland

- Walk through Ireland’s unspoilt natural wonders of the Rings of Kerry and see shepherds in action, with a sheep farm visit and herding demonstration for your small group.
- Scramble about the clustered pillars of Giant's Causeway and decide for yourself if it’s a natural phenomenon, or the work of giants, as legends may say.
- Explore the rugged coastline of the Aran Islands, with time to explore ruins and remains from the Bronze and Iron Age with your local leader.
- Stroll through Belfast's city centre and learn about recent historical events brought to life in their monuments and buildings – one most notably being the story of the Titanic.
- Revel in Dublin's energetic nightlife – it’ll feel like there’s a pub on nearly every corner, and its creative neighbourhoods are teeming with hip bars and eateries.
Classic Baltics

- See the best of the Baltics in a week – soaking up centuries of history, getting a taste of the region’s hearty cuisine and meeting plenty of locals along the way.
- Join a local guide to discover the best bits of Vilnius, from its legendary beginnings and UNESCO-listed Old Town to its tiny independent republic, Uzupis.
- Discover the treasures of Riga – both historic and culinary – on a walking tour through the cobbled streets of the Old Town followed by a Latvian lunch at the lively Central Market.
- Take a breath of pine-scented air during a relaxing farm stay on forest-covered Saaremaa, the largest island in Estonia, and share a home-cooked dinner made from local produce.
- See some of the region’s finest art and stroll through manicured gardens at Tallinn’s Kadriorg Palace Art Museum, a grand baroque building built by Peter the Great.
Paris, Normandy & Châteaux Country with London
- Paris : Welcome dinner at a local restaurant, orientation drive, guided sightseeing, visit the courtyard of Les InvalidesGIVERNY
- Normandy beaches: Visit Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach and cemetery with the Monument to the BravesBAYEUX
- Mont st. michel: Guided visit of the abbey
- Angers: Take pictures of the castleLOIRE VALLEY
- Civray de touraine: Wine tasting at the Père Auguste wine cellarPARIS-LONDON
- This France tour is the perfect way to see the highlights of Paris plus Brittany, the Loire Valley, and the World War II landing beaches in Normandy in a short amount of time—with overnights in Paris, Deauville, Caen, Mont St
- Michel, and the Loire Valley
Hiking in the Lake District

- Surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery, Keswick is a charming and vibrant market town that makes for the perfect base for your entire trip.
- Safety always comes first – let your experienced and qualified leader show you the way as you experience the spectacular scenery of the Lake District.
- Tackle the highest peak in England, Scafell Pike, which is also a home to Broad Crag Tarn, the highest standing water in England.
- Enjoy a selection of walks up and around the most beautiful fells, including the favourite one of Alfred Wainwright – Cat Bells.
- This trip is as green as it gets. We only use public transport and our accommodation can be reached from major cities in the UK by train.
Walking from Coast to Coast

- Iconic long distance walk from Northern England's West to East Coast
- Pass through 3 National Parks: the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors
- Outstanding sweeping views over some of England's most celebrated and beautiful landscapes
Britain Sampler
- London : Guided sightseeing, visit St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Stonehenge : Visit the prehistoric monument
- Bath: Visit the Roman relics; welcome dinnerLUDLOW
- Llangollen: Visit the picturesque village
- Grasmere : Visit Wordsworth’s village; try original Grasmere gingerbreadGRETNA GREEN
- Edinburgh : Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh Castle
- Abbotsford : Guided tour of Sir Walter Scott’s house
- Jedburgh : Take pictures of the abbey ruins
- York : Walking tourSTRATFORD-UPON-AVON
- Our most popular Britain tour offers you the best of this great land
- You'll have amazing experiences and see the fascinating sights as you travel from London to Edinburgh and back to London
Contrasts of Norfolk Cycling

- North Norfolk Coast - An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - visit RSPB Titchwell and the seals at Blakeney
- Beautiful villages with traditional flint, stone and pebble buildings, typical to the area
- Visit Sandringham, the country retreat of Her Majesty the Queen
- Stunning gardens at historical manor houses including Holkham Hall and Houghton Hall
Loch Ness and the Highlands Cycling

- World-famous Loch Ness: wild, beautiful and slightly mysterious
- Dramatic gorges, brooding lochs, tumbling waterfalls, breathtaking views at every turn
- Superb bird-spotting: ospreys, red kites, peregrines, buzzards, magnificent golden eagles
- Red squirrels, red deer, pine martens and even dolphin sightings!Rich Scottish Highlands clan culture and history
Walking from Coast to Coast East

- Follow in the footsteps of Wainwright through the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moor National Parks2 nights in the pretty market town of Richmond: 11th century Norman castle, evocative abbey ruins, Georgian theatre
- Heather clad moorland, quintessential Yorkshire villages, traditional cosy pubs, panoramic rocky crags, ancient hilltop cairns
- Based on our popular 17 night, Walking from Coast to Coast
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Top United Kingdom Attractions & Experiences
Top United Kingdom Experiences
Watching the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace in London, a daily (in summer) exercise in pomp and tradition.
Eyeing the British Crown Jewels in the Tower of London, once a notorious prison.
Taking a scenic boat ride up the Thames from London to Greenwich to stand on the Prime Meridian, the line marking zero degrees longitude and dividing the hemispheres.
Touring London’s Westminster Abbey, a 700-yard-old Gothic cathedral, to visit the graves of England’s noble and famous, and nearby Parliament for a look up at Big Ben, the world’s best-known clock.
Strolling through London’s Hyde Park and stopping to listen to self-proclaimed orators solve the problems of the world, or rant against them.
Viewing Stonehenge, the mysterious ring of stones near Salisbury that date back as long as 5,000 years.
Touring York, a city with a fascinating dual history of violence and architectural genius.
Visiting the town of Bath, known for its Roman-era baths.
Taking a walking tour through the stone-built villages of the Cotswolds, which define the word “quaint.”
Riding the Snowdon Mountain Railway in Snowdonia, Wales, to the top of Snowdon Peak for fantastic views.
Hiking out to Worm’s Head at the tip of Wales’ Gower Peninsula, one of the most hauntingly beautiful spots in all of Britain.
Climbing the hill up to Edinburgh Castle in Scotland for a tour of the historic fortress that overlooks the city on Castle Rock.
Keeping an eye out for Nessie, the alleged monster, at Scotland’s Loch Ness.
Playing a round of golf at legendary Scottish courses like St. Andrews or Gleneagles.
Clambering over some of the thousands of basalt columns at the Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland, a World Heritage Site and natural wonder.
Downing a pint of Guinness and listening to Irish folk music at a pub in Belfast.
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