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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
6 days £845 pp £795 pp
  • Explore the Isle of Man aboard historic trains and enjoy 5 nights in 4-Star hotels
  • Ascend Snaefell on the British Isles’ only electric mountain railway for great views
  • Enjoy a guided drive on the TT racing circuit with commentary from a racer
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The Highlands by Steam
Edinburgh & the Highlands by Steam
6 days £945 pp £845 pp
  • Enjoy Edinburgh before exploring Scotland's lochs, mountains and glens
  • Travel the West Highland Line on the world famous Jacobite Steam Train
  • Spend 5 nights in 3-star hotels in Edinburgh and Blair Atholl
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York
Glorious Yorkshire
6 days £795 pp £745 pp
  • Explore the historic city of York from York Minster to the ancient city walls
  • Ride the North Yorkshire Moors Railway through God's own country
  • Discover Whitby's Gothic Abbey and enjoy a guided tour of Castle Howard
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British Isles - Rail and Escorted Holidays

From the Scottish Highlands to the Isles of Scilly, the British Isles has centuries of history, culture and stunning landscapes to uncover. Explore historic cities, journey on celebrated heritage railways across ancient landscapes and sail to untouched islands such as Skye, Orkney, or the Isle of Wight.

Our escorted tours reveal many treasures of the British Isles and Ireland. Wherever you wish to explore, from the remote Outer Hebrides and the Scottish Glens, Yorkshire and Northumberland to Dublin and the Enchanting Emerald Isle, we have a tour to match.

Discover unique sites such as the Ancient Stones & Treasures of Wiltshire and other inspiring destinations in England, Scotland and Wales all year round, or consider one of our ever-popular seasonal Christmas tours for a truly memorable festive season.

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Castle Howard
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Yorkshire Dales and Moors
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Highland Adventure
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Railways of Wales
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Edinburgh, Highlands & Islands
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Edinburgh, the Highlands and Islands
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Lighthouse at the Needles
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Isle of Wight
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Skye, Orkney and the Wild North
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Skye, Orkney and the Wild North
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Our exclusive 2025 tours - perfected over more than 50 years - reveal the very best landscapes of the UK. Journey on iconic railways surrounded by the Scottish Highlands, relax by the coastal scenery of The Isles of Scilly or uncover heritage with the railways and castles of Wales. To experience the wonders of the British Isles, download our new brochure now!

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York Minster

 

  • York
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Stonehenge

 

  • Portmerion Village
  • Elien Donan Castle
  • Stonehenge
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North York Moors railway

 

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Snowdon Railway

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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
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Tresco Abbey Gardens
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The Sensational Isles of Scilly
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  • Starts / EndsLondon Paddington / London Paddington, LEQ Land's End
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Highland Adventure
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Highland Adventure
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Railways & Castles of Wales
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Railways and Castles of Wales
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  • Starts / EndsLlandudno
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Edinburgh, Highlands & Islands
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Edinburgh, the Highlands and Islands
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  • Starts / EndsEdinburgh
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Isle of Man
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The Isle of Man
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Stonehenge
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Ancient Stones & Treasures of Wiltshire
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  • Starts / EndsSalisbury
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Cotswolds & The Severn Valley
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The Highlands by Steam
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Edinburgh & the Highlands by Steam
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Edinburgh Tattoo
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Edinburgh Tattoo and the Highlands
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  • Starts / EndsDunblane
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North Yorkshire Moors
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Explore Yorkshire by Rail
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Lighthouse at the Needles
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Isle of Wight
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Our customers love our UK & Ireland tours
Explore Yorkshire by Rail
22/Oct
Mrs M
5 stars
“This was a great trip. Hotel & hotel meals were very good. Excursions were interesting with a free day to do as we please. Tracy our tour manager was excellent.
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Railways and Castles of Wales
22/Oct
I Ravenscroft
5 stars
“Very good intinery. Enjoyed the visits to castles leader very friendly.and we had an excellent coach driver Sorry no photos
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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
22/Oct
J WAGNER
5 stars
“Great trip ,nicely paced. a very interesting island
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Norwich and the Norfolk Broads
21/Oct
Peter Kefford
5 stars
“Very enjoyable holiday
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Highland Adventure
21/Oct
Rosemary Mitchell
5 stars
“We enjoyed it all.
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Norwich & Norfolk
21/Oct
Janet Jeffery
5 stars
“Enjoyed the trains and the paddle boat trip around the broads. Sandringham enjoyable too. Hotel very comfortable and food good with plenty of choice.
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Cotswolds & The Severn Valley
20/Oct
Mrs Elizabeth Cook
5 stars
“Good value for money. Hotel opposite Foregate station. Very good food at hotel and pleasant room. Knowledgeable guide
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Edinburgh, Fort William and The West Highlands
20/Oct
Paul Campbell
5 stars
“I have had many holidays with GRJ,but this was one of the best. Admittedly,the weather was kind for October. Some of the places we visited were new to me,some I had been to before but I was glad to see them again. Excellent tour manager (Deborah) and friendly travelling companions. Good length of holiday,and...
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Edinburgh, the Highlands and Islands
19/Oct
Dorcas Holzapfel
5 stars
“Our Tour Manager, Andrea Kinnear, was perfect for this tour! Warm, friendly, well informed, approachable and a great sense of humor.
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