Join us on a holiday to the UK

Discover or rediscover the natural beauty, history and fascinating heritage that sits right on your doorstep. From ocean-washed sands to rugged moorlands and gentle wooded hills, our UK holidays offer you the chance to admire and explore the landscapes that often pass us by.

Relax on wonderful white-sand beaches, be mesmerised by enchanting lakes or eat fish and chips by the beach, a UK tour is just as idyllic as any place abroad.

Inland, UK tours encourage you to delve into the hustle and bustle of the UK’s historic and iconic cities. Enjoy historic Belfast or the delights of Scottish capital Edinburgh – don’t miss the unforgettable drama of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Discover Northern Ireland’s richly diverse terrain, from enchanting lakes to ancient marshes. Admire the wave-scarred cliffs that contrast sharply with fertile lands in the east, or hold your breath as you discover the raw beauty of the west.

The British Isles truly make some of the country’s most scenic corners for a holiday in the UK. Take a calming seaside break to the sun-kissed Channel Isle, its scenic countryside and glorious coast, or perhaps take in the idyllic Isles of Scilly, a world away from the mainland. Unwind in the timeless Isle of Man or take in the Hebridean islands.

Belfast & the Titantic Experience

Experience the story of the world's most famous liner and explore one of Europe's fastest-changing, most fascination-packed cities.

Enjoy an included visit to what has become one of Britain's must-see attractions – the glittering, futuristic, £97-million Titanic Belfast Experience. It's the highlight of this hugely popular three-night break that also includes a guided tour of a city bursting with history and renewed civic pride. Explore Belfast's trendy shops, bars and restaurants, and perhaps discover some of the British Isles' most scenic coastal countryside. Don't miss the chance to join an optional tour of the Antrim Coast and visit the extraordinary Giant's Causeway.

  • Three nights' bed and buffet breakfast accommodation at your chosen hotel
  • Return flights to Belfast
  • Coach travel and transfers throughout
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Scottish Highland Railways

Experience some of the world’s most spectacular scenery as you enjoy journeys on three of Scotland’s most celebrated railways.

Sit back in wonder as you enjoy the breathtaking train journey from Inverness – one of Michael Palin’s "Great Railway Journeys" – to Kyle of Lochalsh. The dramatic 42 miles of the famous West Highland line from Fort William to Mallaig, and a nostalgic trip on the steam-hauled Strathspey Railway complete an unforgettably scenic few days exploring one of Scotland’s most beautiful regions by train.

  • Four nights' dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation at either the Carrbridge Hotel, Carrbridge or the Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore
  • Return flights to Scotland available
  • Coach travel and transfers throughout

Historic Railways of the Isle of Man

Enjoy life in the slow lane and step back in time as you discover the Jewel of the Irish Sea.

Join us for a marvellous short break in a corner of the world where daily life seems to be lived at a slower pace (TT races aside) against a background of rolling hills and wonderful beaches blessed by clean air and unpolluted skies. Sit back and enjoy some delightful, relaxed train journeys as you discover an island that is full of fascination, its unique heritage railways offering a fantastic way to explore this very special place.

  • Four nights' dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation at your chosen hotel
  • Free rail travel and entry to all Manx National Heritage attractions with a Go Explore Heritage Card
  • Visits to Castletown, Port Erin, Ramsey and Peel
  • Return flights to Douglas
  • Coach travel and transfers throughout
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Galway, Connemara & Ireland's Stunning West

Discover one of the most beautiful and unspoilt corners of Ireland, renowned for its ancient Gaelic heritage and traditional Irish hospitality.

From your delightful base in the four-star McWilliam Park Hotel, enjoy a full and varied itinerary and make the very most of your time in this lovely part of the Emerald Isle. Highlights include time to explore historic Galway City, a visit to a sheep farm, a scenic tour of Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way, and visits to the famed Cliffs of Moher and the unique landscape of the Burren.

  • Five nights' dinner, bed and Irish breakfast accommodation at the four-star McWilliam Hotel, Claremorris
  • Return flights to Knock
  • Admissions to Kylemore Abbey, Westport House and Glen Keen Farm
  • Coach travel and transfers throughout
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Loch Lomond & the Edinburgh Tattoo

Experience the best of Scotland! Visit two vibrant cities, watch the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo and visit lovely Loch Lomond.

Witness the unforgettable drama, colour and spine-tingling excitement of the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Combine time spent exploring the Scottish capital’s elegant heart and Royal Mile with a visit to vibrant Glasgow and a tour of the stunning summer scenery of the Trossachs National Park. Then crown an unforgettable four days with a cruise on the waters of fabled Loch Lomond and a visit to the remarkable Falkirk Wheel.

Soak up the pomp and pageantry of this magical event - one of the highlights of the Scottish capital's Festival Season - as massed pipes and drums, dancers and display teams create a dazzling spectacle.

  • Three nights' bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation at the Park Hotel, Kilmarnock, the Fenwick Hotel, Fenwick, or the Avonbridge Hotel, Hamilton (depending on your departure date)
  • Three-course evening meals at your hotel on Days One and Three
  • A seat for the Edinburgh Tattoo (upgrade tickets available)
  • Comfortable coach travel and transfers
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Hebridean Island Adventure

Explore Scotland’s magical Western Isles, an unspoilt, uncrowded and timeless land of stunning scenery, ancient history and unique culture.

Perched on the very edge of Britain, these beautiful, unspoilt islands, guardians of a rich culture with its roots in the mists of time have been continually inhabited for over 6000 years. Combining huge skies and the ocean-washed sands of vast empty beaches with mountains and moorlands rich in flora and fauna, and a pace of life long forgotten on the mainland, a holiday to the Outer Hebrides is an unforgettable experience.

  • Five nights' dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation at a series of hotels in Broadford, Isle of Skye (2 nights), Stornoway (2) and Newtonmore (1)
  • Return flights to Edinburgh
  • All ferry crossings as detailed
  • Coach travel and transfers throughout
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Jersey - Sun-Kissed Channel Isle

Enjoy rest, relaxation and some fascinating exploration on Britain’s famously sunny Channel outpost.

Join us for a wonderful relaxing holiday on Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands. Here you’ll be able to stay in one of several excellent hotels, take an included tour of the island and its simply stunning coastline and visit the fascinating Jersey War Tunnels. As well as the chance to relax in your hotel and stroll around delightful St Helier, there’ll be time to explore some superb beaches and perhaps enjoy coastal walks under sunny, blue skies.

  • Five nights' bed and breakfast accommodation at your chosen hotel (hotel and board upgrades available)
  • A guided island tour
  • A visit to the Jersey War Tunnels
  • A boat cruise on the Jersey Duchess
  • Return flights to Jersey
  • Comfortable coach travel and transfers throughout
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Christmas in the Highlands

Spend the festivities in a warm and welcoming hotel in the heart of the Highlands, enjoying rest, relaxation, fun and exploration.

Celebrate Christmas in one of Britain’s most scenic corners. As well as enjoying a full programme of festive meals and entertainment at your welcoming Highland hotel, take a 42-mile journey along the dramatic West Highland line from Fort William to Mallaig – crossing the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct en route to the West Coast haven – and perhaps take an optional Boxing Day Mystery excursion to a nearby place of interest.

  • Four nights’ dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation at the Carrbridge Hotel, Carrbridge
  • Included train ride on the West Highland Way
  • Coach travel and transfers throughout
  • Return flights to Scotland
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager
  • One piece of hold luggage per person