Of course, England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are different – as different as pasties, haggis, colcannon and Welsh cakes. As for landscapes, contrast the Scottish Highlands and islands with the Welsh valleys and dramatic coastline. Natural wonders? How about the extraordinary Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland (that’s Game of Thrones country). And England’s variety astonishes visitors, from the romantic Lake District and Cornwall to castles, stately homes and elegant gardens. Follow in the footsteps of Shakespeare and Harry Potter; visit the free, world-class museums and galleries in cities, such as London, Manchester, Liverpool, Oxford and Bath, Glasgow and Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast.
TIP: Herefordshire’s Golden Valley looks ‘forever England’. Stroll round picture-postcard villages, such as Peterchurch, Vowchurch and Turnastone. At the 800-year-old Pandy Inn in Dorstone, relax over pints of proper cider produced by Gwatkin’s, just down the valley in Abbey Dore.
Fly into Glasgow or Edinburgh for a transfer, or make your own way to the Equestrian Centre by car. Each week will start with two nights in the on-site hotel . Once you are on the trail ride you will stay in a variety of Inns and Castles, most with spas so you can ease the aches of a long day in the saddle.
Take your Great British escorted seaside holiday in the unbeatable company of likeminded mature solo travellers. From your characterful hotel in the heart of Torquay, explore the surrounding areas and learn more about Agatha Christie, who spent much of her life here. Elsewhere, visit the Eden Project for a memorable day out like no other!
A self-guided hike through Dorset, the most English of counties, from Salisbury to the Jurassic Coast at Lyme Regis.
Mickledore Travel's Cleveland Way Walking Holiday is a wonderfully scenic route across moors and along the coast.
The trail offers fantastic views over the Cleveland Hills and the rest of the National Park, to dramatic coastline on the East coast.
A treat for the walkers, wildlife enthusiasts and historians, enjoy incredible walks amidst the wilds of the west Wales Coast from Cardigan, the largest bay on the Welsh coast.
A holiday specially designed for travellers who want to experience authentic Scotland independently by rail. Your tour will include the classic West & North Highland railway lines, the Isle of Skye, Inverness and the Highlands, starts in Glasgow and ends in Edinburgh. From £2355 per person for 10 nights.
A gentle introduction to long-distance walking along one of the best way-marked National Trails in the country. Sublime scenery, from gently rolling countryside to quintessentially English villages, with beautiful churches and cosy Cotswold Inns
The walk begins in the vale at Ripon, gradually rises westwards through the Dales, and finishes with an ascent of Ingleborough. There is plenty of fascinating geology along the way, lovely pubs, small hotels and B&Bs, and of course Yorkshire Pudding and plenty of local ales (plus some French chef cuisine).
This tour introduces you to some of the most awe-inspiring and historic landscapes anywhere in Britain. We offer a different take on the region, aimed to give those who want to walk more of this beautiful countryside the chance to experience its raw beauty, while still visiting the historic sites with the expert guidance that is our hallmark.
North East England from Rail Holidays of the World is an exhilarating holiday in United Kingdom. Available from 22 Sep 2025 to 22 Sep 2025 this 8 day trip costs from £1,945.
