Itineraries
England
London Gin & Chocolate – 4 day itinerary
London’s relationship with gin goes back more than 300 years – and it is currently undergoing a big revival, with new distilleries popping up around the city, producing award-winning gins.
England
Manchester to Liverpool – 2 day itinerary
From Beatlemania and Anfield Park to its fantastic shops, Liverpool is packed with things to do. Just 35 minutes from Manchester by train, where better for a culture-packed day trip?
England
Yorkshire 4 Day Foodie Experience
This itinerary starts in the beautiful city of York. Founded by the Romans, it has one of the best-preserved medieval city walls and is dominated by its stunning gothic cathedral – York Minster.
Wales
The Coastal Way, Wales – 4 day itinerary
The Coastal Way runs the entire length of Cardigan Bay. It’s a 180-mile (290km) route that travels between Wales’ dramatic coastline on one side and its stunning mountains on the other. This landscape lends itself to fantastic opportunities for coastal and woodland foraging with expert local guides, and there are also local wines, liqueurs and craft ales to sample.
England
Rail itineraries – Bath day trip
Our one day itinerary gives a fascinating insight into the Roman, Georgian and Victorian influences on this charming city.
England
Manchester & the Lake District Microgap
A microgap is all about experiences. It’s about living and breathing a place. With the Lake District just north of the vibrant city of Manchester, there’s no better place to embark on a short break that allows visitors to soak up the city buzz, and blow out the cobwebs all in one trip.
England
Rail itineraries – East Anglia 4 day trip
This 4 day itinerary from Cambridgeshire to Norfolk takes in broad vistas, historic cities and the tranquil coastlines of England’s eastern counties.
Scotland
Edinburgh, Inverness & Isle of Skye – 5 day itinerary
From the capital city of Edinburgh with its international cuisine, world-class restaurants and outstanding attractions, to the stunning East Highlands and the beautiful Isle of Skye, this itinerary provides a full taste of Scotland.
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Rail itineraries – Heritage Cities 5 day trip
This 5 day railway itinerary takes you on a whistle-stop tour of some of the country’s historical highlights, from the spectacular Norman relics of Lincoln to the Viking heritage of York and all the way north to the medieval gems of Edinburgh.
Scotland
Rail itineraries – Scottish West Highlands Adventure
The Scottish West Highlands is home to a dramatic wilderness of ancient forests, lofty mountains, great lochs and Britain’s tallest mountain, Ben Nevis. In this magical part of the world, the possibilities for adventure are endless.
England
Taste of the Lakes – 3 day itinerary
Cumbria is home to the Lake District National Park, a designated UNESCO world heritage site and the focus of the itinerary. The area combines some of the most beautiful scenery in Britain with a rich food culture. Many of the famous Cumbrian food and drink products are still made in traditional ways – so of these are: Morecombe Bay shrimp, Cumberland sausage, salt marsh lamb, sticky toffee pudding, Kendal mint cake, Grasmere gingerbread, damsons, rum butter.
England
Bristol, Somerset & The Cotswolds – 3 day itinerary
Bristol is a bustling maritime city, where the historic rubs shoulders with the contemporary. But travel a little outside the city, for example to the North or the South and visitors are greeted with some of England’s finest countryside, quaint villages and a real flavour of this picturesque corner of England.
England
England’s Royal Residences – Day Trips
The Royal family is a crucial part of England’s rich past and present. And who wouldn’t want to take a look around where this family lives – or has lived - to see what it’s like living in a real palace or castle?
England
Rail itineraries – York day trip
York is an ancient city which has known everything from Roman rule to life as a Viking capital. Later, it was medieval England’s bastion against attacks from the Scots. The mark of this colourful history is to be found all around you in this city in its great wealth of historic buildings.
England
Flavours and Landscapes of Somerset and Exmoor
A short break involves visiting a place. A microgap is about being immersed in a destination. And what better way to experience the very best food and drink experiences in Somerset, and the South West?
Angleterre
A Taste of Bath and Beyond
A short break involves visiting a place. A microgap is about being immersed in a destination. And what better way to dive straight in than in the rich mineral waters of one of Britain’s cities?
England
Exeter Microgap
This two day foodie and cultural escape takes in the ancient city of Exeter in Devon, situated on the River Exe and dating back to the Roman era.
England
Brighton and Surrounding areas – Food and Drink
This Brighton and South Downs itinerary explores one of Britain’s most popular coastal regions, set in the heart of beautiful rolling countryside.
Wales
The North Wales Way – 4 day itinerary
The North Wales Way follows an old trading route for 75 miles (120km) along the northern coast into Anglesey. It’s the trio of huge castles that immediately grab your attention: Beaumaris, Caernarfon and the walled citadel of Conwy. Together with Harlech, this cluster of immense 13th-century fortresses forms a UNESCO World Heritage site. This itinerary also features experiences demonstrating the wonderful and fresh produce North Wales has to offer, including a fishing trip, a vineyard tour and more.
Wales
The Cambrian Way, Wales – 4 day itinerary
The Cambrian Way is a complete north-south journey along the mountainous spine of Wales, running for 185 miles (300km) from coast to coast. It winds through two National Parks – Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons – and the big green spaces of the Cambrian Mountains in between. At the north end you’ll find the Victorian splendour of Llandudno. At the south is Cardiff, our capital city.
Scotland
Inverness and Loch Ness Highlights – 4 day itinerary
A visit to Loch Ness and Inverness combines the great outdoors with the warm vibrancy of the thriving capital city of the Highlands.
England
Harrogate & The Yorkshire Dales – 2 day group itinerary
This itinerary, designed for groups, starts in the famous spa town of Harrogate, and provides a taster of gin, chocolate, cakes and cheese, to name just a few delights!
England
Rail itineraries – Warwick day trip
Famously the home county of William Shakespeare, Warwickshire is crammed with historic sites, castles and the beautifully green rolling fields and forests of the English countryside.
England
London – Best of British – 3 Day Itinerary
This 3 day itinerary is centered on some quintessentially British experiences, with food and drink activities at its core, as well as showcasing visitor attractions steeped in tradition and history.
England
Bath and Bristol Microgap
A short break involves visiting a place. A microgap is about being immersed in a destination. And what better way to dive straight in than in the rich mineral waters of one of Britain’s cities?
England
Taste of London Microgap
A short break explores a city. A microgap feels it, tastes it, and sees it from a whole new perspective. Take a buzzing city. A melting pot of cultures and cuisines. And some of the best aerial views in the world. Welcome to a London microgap – a taste of London, and a taste for heights.
Scotland
Food & Drink in Edinburgh, Glasgow & Fort William – 5 day itinerary
Taking in Scotland’s two major cities, iconic attractions, and breath-taking scenery, this food and drink itinerary includes sampling a range of local delights, including some of the world's finest whisky, beer and seafood.
England
Rail itineraries – Brighton day trip
Brighton is one of Britain’s most exciting coastal cities, full of culture, great shopping, and surrounded by the magnificent countryside of the South Downs.
England
Rail itineraries – Southern Heritage & Maritime 5 day itinerary
This 5 day itinerary offers a glimpse into the past with the historic cities of Bath, Salisbury, Portsmouth and Brighton.
England
Rail itineraries – Liverpool day trip
The birthplace of The Beatles and a deserved UNESCO World Heritage site, Liverpool has culture and heritage at its very core.
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London Craft Beer – 4 day itinerary
London’s craft beer scene is booming, with a whole host of taprooms and brewery tours now open to the public across the capital. This itinerary includes behind-the-scenes tours of some of the best microbreweries, and offers the chance to meet the brewers who are changing the way Londoners drink.
Wales
Rail itineraries – Llandudno and Snowdonia Thrill Seeker 4 day itinerary
One of Britain's National Parks, Snowdonia’s epic landscape ranges from deep valleys and craggy peaks to dramatic coastlines.
Scotland
Rail itineraries – Scottish East Highlands Adventure
An unspoilt wilderness of mountains, glens, lochs and rivers, the Scottish East Highlands have to be seen to be believed.
Scotland
Loch Ness, Inverness & Moray Speyside – Heritage, Highlands and Distilleries
A visit to Loch Ness and Inverness combines the great outdoors with the warm vibrancy of the thriving capital city of the Highlands.
England
Rail itineraries – Northern Heritage and Countryside 9 day trip
The North of England has been charming visitors with its rich heritage and captivating countryside for centuries. With its enticing mix of Roman ruins, ancient castles and distinctive cities it has also been the backdrop for dozens of blockbuster movies.
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Rail itineraries – Best of South West England 7 day trip
Pristine beaches, picturesque fishing villages and more hours of sunshine than anywhere else on the British mainland; it's easy to see why the sunny South West is one of England's most popular holiday destinations.
England
South West Food & Drink Adventure – 5 day itinerary
This five day rail and self-drive itinerary is a fantastic introduction to the South West’s wonderful seafood, wine and even tea!