Holidays to the United Kingdom come in many sizes. For most of us, we’re visiting friends or relatives, or just holidaying for a short period of time.
While it’s great to catch up with loved ones while exploring London, why not make the most of your overseas jaunt with an immersive Back-Roads tour around some of the UK’s most unbelievable areas.
Explore the UK on a short-break holiday with family and friends and discover more of the scenic countryside together. All journeys include a knowledgable tour guide, luxury Mercedes mini-coach transportation with no more than sixteen passengers and entry to all sites and attractions.
Here are five Back-Roads tours perfect for adding a mini-holiday onto your trip.
1. Kent: The Garden of England
Discover a captivating world filled with enchanting castles, hidden passages, and magical gardens as you embark on a seven-day adventure through the breathtaking South East of England. Throughout the journey, explore why Whitstable is known as the “Pearl of Kent,” meander through the stunning gardens of Kent’s most iconic castles, and unveil the rich stories that make Canterbury a standout jewel in the region.
Duration: 7 days
Priced from: $3,549pp
Includes:
- 6 nights’ accommodation in hand-picked hotels
- Full English breakfast daily (B)
- Three evening meals (D)
- Experienced Tour Leader and Driver
- Premium mini-coach transportation
3. Corners of Cornwall
From rugged moors and untamed coastlines to historic cities and charming fishing villages, Cornwall boasts an array of striking landscapes and intriguing tales. Join Scenic for an eight-day journey and explore the region’s rich maritime history, breathtaking countryside, and culinary excellence in this distinctive part of South West England.
Duration: 8 days
Priced from: $4,549pp
Includes:
- Seven nights’ accommodation in boutique hotels
- Full English breakfast daily (B)
- Four evening meals (D)
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4. Heart of England
Discover the heart and soul of England by following in the footsteps of revered poets, Roman soldiers, talented filmmakers and other iconic individuals.
Travelling from London to Oxford, the Cotswolds, Stratford-Upon-Avon and more towns along the way, you’ll visit Shakespeare’s childhood home, see Neolithic standing stones, soak in Bath’s Roman baths and more on this heartfelt England tour.
Enjoy ample free time to truly take in the history and culture of England’s most cherished villages.
Duration: 6 days
Priced from: $2,809pp
Includes:
- 5 nights’ accommodation in hand-picked hotels
- Full English breakfast daily (B)
- Three evening meals (D)
5. Enchanting Eastern England
Experience a captivating journey through Eastern England, where renowned university cities meet quaint villages. As you traverse the breathtaking landscapes of the North York Moors and the Peak District National Park, follow in the footsteps of Vikings, Romans, and royalty, uncovering the rich and intriguing histories of each location along the way.
Duration: 10 days
Priced from: $4,639pp
Includes:
- Nine nights’ accommodation in boutique hotels
- Full breakfast daily (B)
- Five evening meals (D)