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Discover our wealth of interesting tours in the UK and Ireland. From the bright lights of London to the stark landscapes of the Scottish Highlands.
From London's famous sights, to the stark landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, the UK offers a wealth of fascinating experiences, whilst Ireland's Ring of Kerry and west coast enchant with verdant countryside, welcoming villages and hearty food and drink.
Discover the tiny Isle of Man, that bursts with scenery and wonderful heritage railways, or venture to the North of England, and journey around picturesque Yorkshire & Northumberland.
Perhaps travel back in time to discover the history of Cymru on our Railways and Castles of Wales tour and venture through stunning valleys on board some of the most scenic heritage railway journeys in the kingdom. The Enchanting Emerald Isle is just as breathtaking and verdant as the name suggests. From the iconic Cliffs of Moher, to its many incredible traditions and music, Ireland is an exciting destination in every way.
And a visit to the Isles of Scilly is tantalizingly sensible. With coastlines drenched in swathes of pristine beaches, and a fascinating indigenous wildlife population, it feels a million miles away from much of Britain.
From ancient Stonehenge and Viking York, to the wild, desolate beauty of the Yorkshire Moors and the colourful houses and sandy beaches of the Cornish coast, there is a lot to see and do, much of it accessible from the comfort of England's fantastic railway network.
Breathtaking scenery and fantastic journeys by mainline and steam railways; this tour takes in the very best of northern Scotland from our base in Inverness - the gateway to your Highland adventure.
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Majestic lochs and glens lie in wait as we cross Edinburgh and the Highlands and visit historic castles and the Isle of Mull. We travel through the West Highlands and Cairngorms on this fabulous round trip climaxing with a 'Scottish Evening' on Edinburgh's stately Royal Mile.
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The Isle of Man is famous for its stunning coastline, superb sandy beaches, spectacular scenery and gentle pace of life. This charming island also boasts some of the most impressive heritage railways found anywhere in the British Isles, not to mention the historic horse-drawn trams.
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Enjoy a fantastic tour of North Wales, based in charming Llandudno. From here we explore the historic steam railways and impressive castles found along the coastline of this beautiful and mountainous region of Wales.
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Timeless seaside towns, nostalgic steam trains and historic stately homes. Explore the waterways of the Norfolk Broads and tour the picturesque city of Norwich, dominated by its ancient cathedrals.
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Rugged coastline, beautiful rolling hills and dramatic castles are all within reach on this tour of the Emerald Isle. Our highlights include the Ring of Kerry, Cork and Killarney, the legendary Blarney Stone, the Cliffs of Moher and Ireland's wonderful capital, Dublin.
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An excellent well organised tour with a good guide. Good food and wine which was just what we needed at xmas
everything smoothly from start to finish and was accurate as stated in the brochure
The tour was a nice sample of all that there is to see. I knew I didn't have the time to really explore everything that could take months to do it the way I would want to. The tour was fun we had a great group of people and our tour manager Peter Scott was terrific. Taking care of every need and really bringing to life the history of each stop.
This tour was exceptional value for money and exceptionally well organised - you get a lot for your money!
Our third tour to south Devon again proved most satisfying.Our tour manager was very pleasant throughout our tour.Best wishes from 'Mr john Cox.
By Jack Stacey
6 November 2018
Great Britain is one of the best places to be if you’re into your stately homes.
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By Jack Stacey
30 October 2018
It’s Halloween once more and across the world various traditions are observed for the spookiest day of the year.
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By Katie Shaw
25 October 2018
Eschewing the stresses of everyday life, solo travel is one of the most rewarding ways to discover the world.
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By Lorna Heatley
9 October 2018
A country filled with history, beauty, culture, and rich traditions, there is almost too much to do in Ireland. So to break it down, we’ve got some helpful advice for those wanting to explore it from top to bottom – and please be assured, there’s certainly something for everyone!
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Excellent tour, good company and a great tour leader as usual. The hotel is good with comfortable rooms, good food and friendly , helpful staff.