Tours and Trips in England

A private guided tour to not just the finest stately home in Yorkshire but one of the very best in Britain. Castle Howard remains a private home to an aristocratic family.  Despite this you may recognise parts of it as it is often used in TV shows and movies such as the recent TV hit, Victoria.

Explore Camden Town, a buzzing London neighborhood famous for its acclaimed music scene, edgy fashion, markets and gig venues, on this 2-hour walking tour. Explore Camden's markets with a guide and hear about Pink Floyd, the Sex Pistols, the Rolling Stones, Amy Winehouse, Jimi Hendrix and other legendary musicians who cemented Camden's place in rock 'n' roll history.

Visiting London for the first time? This introductory walking tour offers the perfect crash course in the city's key highlights and major historical events. Meet your guide just outside the Westminster Underground station, and follow them to world-famous landmarks ranging from Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament to Downing Street and Trafalgar Square. As you wander, learn more about the city's backstory. The tour concludes at Golden Jubilee Bridge: an ideal vantage point for panoramic city views.

Unless you hire a car, a DIY day trip to ancient Canterbury from London means going by rail: missing the opportunity to branch out into Kent on route. This private tour lets you see more in a day: with a visit to Canterbury Cathedral, time to stroll the medieval lanes, a drive through rural Kent with a possible pub stop; plus an optional extra visit to Dover's White Cliffs.

Go beyond London on a day trip to Canterbury with a private guide, and enjoy a bespoke experience that's tailored to your interests. With no other people besides your sole group, you'll have greater freedom to ask questions about the sights and spend more time at each attraction. Visit Canterbury Cathedral, wander the historic alleyways, and even visit the seaside town of Whitstable if you wish. Hotel pickup and drop-off is also included.

Escape the city in favor of England's tranquil countryside on a full-day tour of Canterbury, Leeds Castle, and Dover from London. Tailored to the interests of history buffs, this excursion covers the history-rich city of Canterbury, home to the 6th-century Canterbury Cathedral, and the iconic White Cliffs of Dover. See, too, the charming Leeds Castle, surrounded by lakes and verdant gardens.

Follow in the footsteps of legends like Sir Isaac Newton, C.S.Lewis and John Harvard on a full-day tour of the university city of Cambridge from London. Kick off your visit with a guided sightseeing tour and a view of the city from the Tower of Saint Mary the Great, then head off on your own to explore further. Tour the prestigious university colleges and Botanic Garden, visit the Fitzwilliam Museum or sample regional specialties at the Cambridge Market, before traveling back to London.

See the sights of Cambridge on this day trip from Brighton. Ride from Brighton to Cambridge in the comfort of an air-conditioned coach. Then, take a 1-hour walking tour through the city before getting three to four more hours to explore on your own. Stroll by well-known areas like the University of Cambridge, Parker's Piece, the Senate House, and the River Cam.       

A varied, comprehensive day out of the some of the best sites in the Lake District. On this private tour you will see some beautiful lakes, mountains & villages anywhere. Plus a visit to Castlerigg Stonecircle... think a better version of Stonehenge!

The university colleges of Cambridge are widely considered among the prettiest and most academically successful in England, with a history dating back centuries. This 2-hour walking tour from the city center takes you to the heart of Cambridge University and St. John's College, and shines a light on the famous actors, inventors, mathematicians, Nobel Prize-winners and scientists who have lived and worked here.

Take in London's famous skyline from above on this 10- or 20-minute helicopter flight over the capital. Follow the route of the Thames River and gaze down at Buckingham Palace, the Shard, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, along with several other world-famous landmarks. As you fly, your pilot will point out the big-name sights, so you don't have to worry about missing a thing. The helicopter seats a maximum of six people, not including the pilot.

Get up close to the iconic Royal Guards on this interactive 1.5-hour walking tour of London. Learn about London's royal heritage as you pass sights like Pall Mall, the Duke of York Column, the Royal Society and Marlborough House, then enjoy a prime view of the famous Changing of the Guards ceremony at Buckingham Palace. Not only will you see the military bands and marching guards, you'll also get to march alongside the Old Guard, as they head from St James Palace to Wellington Barracks.

London has some of the best markets in the world and this private tour lets you experience them like a local. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide as you browse famous markets such as Camden Lock, Covent Garden, and Spitalfields; discover local favorites like the Jubilee Market and Greenwich Market; and shop for delicious artisan foods at Borough Market.

Make your Christmas Eve in England extra magical with this full-day coach trip to Leeds Castle and Canterbury from London. Venture through London's historical, maritime district of Greenwich, and visit fairy tale-like Leeds Castle in Kent. Admire this breathtaking moated castle, and tour its grandiose rooms as you discover its history. In ancient Canterbury, visit the exterior of the UNESCO-listed Canterbury Cathedral before finishing your day at the city's Christmas markets.

This day trip departing from Eastbourne gives you the perfect introduction to Cambridge and includes a walking tour around some of the finest university buildings, museums and churches in the collegiate town. The 1-hour walking tour will take you along those great monuments of education and give insight into their history. After the tour finishes, you will also have around 3 to 4 hours of free time to sightsee at your leisure.

It's nigh-on impossible to see both Cambridge and Oxford in one day by public transport. But there's more than just transport to this great-value coach tour. Enjoy the services of a professional guide, complete with walking tours of both the UK's great university cities, as well as free time for shopping or sightseeing.

Keen to visit Oxford or Cambridge? Then explore both age-old university cities in in one day on this illuminating trip from London. With an expert guide, take a walking tour around the historical colleges of Oxford, famous as the 'city of dreaming spires.' Admire hushed courtyards and showpieces including the Bodleian Library, and hear about past scholars such as Bill Clinton. Continue to the university city of Cambridge on the Cam River and take a stroll around its finest college buildings, including the splendid King's College and Bridge of Sighs.

Swap the sights of Bournemouth for the history of Cambridge with a day trip to the elegant university city. With a guide, you'll tour some of the most interesting university buildings along with several churches and museums. Use your free time for a stroll along the River Cam, watching punters on the river, and perhaps check out the Senate House graduation buildings or visit the history-steeped Eagle pub for lunch. Food and drinks are at your own expense.

Delve into the architectural delights of Cambridge on a full-day trip from London. On a guided 1-hour walking tour, you'll see architectural highlights while receiving a historical introduction to the beautiful university city. Then, relish the freedom to explore Cambridge independently during approximately four hours of free time. Opt to visit the historic The Eagle pub, stroll through the verdant beauty of Parker's Piece, or choose to punt on the River Cam. Depending on the number of people, transport by air-conditioned coach or train will be provided.

Visiting Castle Howard and Fountains Abbey in a day from York is near-impossible without car rental. This private tour makes it easy, with private transport and a driver-guide to take you via scenic routes and introduce sights and photo ops along the way. Visit Castle Howard before exploring UNESCO-listed Fountains Abbey and the adjoining water gardens of Studley Royal Park, all at your own pace. Entrance fees at own expense.