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      Luxury and Deluxe Tours

      Savour exquisite cuisine, embark on expert-guided adventures, and craft unforgettable memories on our luxury and deluxe holidays in the UK. Our seasoned team attends to every detail, ensuring an extraordinary journey throughout.

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      Each of our Luxury and Deluxe small-group trips in England is creatively crafted for those who seek authentic adventure paired alongside a touch of refinement. These immersive journeys blend the natural beauty and cultural richness of England with exceptional service, elegant accommodation and carefully selected experiences.

      Led by an expert guide, explore the timeless charm of England’s landscapes – from the honey-stone villages and rolling hills of the Cotswolds to the dramatic castles of Wales and literary legacy of the Lake District. Along the way, enjoy locally sourced cuisine, characterful hotels featuring an elevated level of comfort, and the relaxed camaraderie of travelling with a small, like-minded group.

      If you’re looking for something more personalised, our Custom Travel service offers a fully bespoke experience – perfect for private groups, family and friends, or special occasions. With a tailor-made itinerary designed just for you, explore England at your own pace while we take care of every detail.

      Ready to begin? Browse our Luxury and Deluxe England trips below – or contact our friendly team to start planning your perfect adventure.

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      On trips featuring deluxe standard accommodations, expect high-end, comfortable and welcoming places to stay each night, hand-picked with care by our expert travel designers. Whether they are castles, manors, guesthouses, boutique hotels, or other unique UK and Irish accommodations, you can be sure of a warm welcome, delicious food, comfortable rooms, and of course, a stunning location.

      On each of our Luxury and Deluxe tours, you can expect a high level of service, personal attention, and unique experiences as you explore the wild corners of the UK and Ireland.

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      From five-star castles to exclusive stays to award-winning luxury hotels, our long-established local connections will ensure you will stay in some of the most remarkable accommodations in the country. Expect exceptional hospitality, decadent comfort, and intimate levels of service while travelling on a luxury-grade trip. Choose to be enchanted by some of the UK and Ireland’s perfect places to stay.

      On each of our Luxury and Deluxe tours, you can expect a high level of service, personal attention, and unique experiences as you explore the wild corners of the UK and Ireland.

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      For those seeking a more personalised experience, our Custom Travel service offers the ultimate in private, tailor-made adventures. Perfect for families, private groups, or marking a special occasion, each journey is crafted with you in mind around your interests, pace, and travel style. Work with your own Custom Trip Designer to create your dream English itinerary.

      Discover England your way – with a bespoke itinerary created just for you by your dedicated trip designer. From private guides to exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences, we’ll take care of every detail so you can relax and enjoy the journey.

      Visit our Custom Travel page to learn more.

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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of Northern England

              8 reviews
              • Spend time hiking in some of England's most beautiful national parks.
              • Visit Dove Cottage, once the home of William Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy.
              • Enjoy a boat cruise across Ullswater, basking in the spectacular views of the Lake District fells.
              • Tour the spectacular Chatsworth House, one of the finest stately homes in Derbyshire.

              Next Departure: 22nd September

              Region: Yorkshire | Peak District | Lake District

              Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 3 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 211kg ? What does this mean?
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              Deluxe Walking – The Coast of Cornwall

              49 reviews
              • Hike along the beautiful and rugged coastline, enjoying spectacular views.
              • Spend time exploring sandy beaches, rocky inlets and hidden coves.
              • Visit pretty coastal villages, each unique in character, history and charm.

              Next Departure: 15th August

              Region: Cornwall

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Blue Grade 5 (Moderate to Challenging) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 170kg ? What does this mean?
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              Deluxe Walking – Highlights of Wales

              22 reviews
              • Discover wild islands, hidden sandy beaches and impressive mountain peaks as you explore Pembrokeshire and the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park.
              • Visit engaging museums and captivating castles as you learn about the history and heritage of Wales.
              • Relax in hand-picked, bespoke accommodations, chosen for their picturesque location, attentive staff and delicious, local food.

              Next Departure: 29th August

              Region: Wales

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 3 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 164kg ? What does this mean?
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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of England

              12 reviews
              • Enjoy hiking with your knowledgeable guide in the pastoral beauty of southern England.
              • Visit the famous Needles Chalk Stack on the charming Isle of Wight.
              • Stay in handpicked accommodation, enjoying locally-sourced, seasonal food.

              Next Departure: 30th April

              Region: Cotswolds | New Forest | South Downs | Dorset

              Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 2 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 197kg ? What does this mean?
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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

              30 reviews
              • Enjoy a boat trip to the remote shores of Loch Coruisk on the ethereal Isle of Skye.
              • Hike in the stunning regions of Glencoe and the Cairngorms National Park.
              • Stay in beautiful accommodations renowned for their stunning locations, warm hospitality and attentive staff.
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              Next Departure: 20th September

              Region: Multi-Location

              Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 3 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 262kg ? What does this mean?
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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

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              Deluxe Walking – Cairngorms National Park & Royal Deeside

              10 reviews
              • Hike beautiful, well-built trails that ribbon through breathtaking, quiet landscapes.
              • Uncover the beauty of lonely glens, clear rivers, and wild lochs with an expert local guide.
              • Learn more about the flora and fauna of the Cairngorms, looking out for red deer, roe deer, songbirds, raptors and red squirrels.
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              Next Departure: 25th August

              Region: Cairngorms and Central Highlands

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 3 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 105kg ? What does this mean?
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              Deluxe Walking – Cairngorms National Park & Royal Deeside

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              Luxury Walking – The Isle of Skye

              13 reviews
              • Discover Skye's rugged, wild beauty on foot, immersing yourself in the island's history, heritage, and culture.
              • Embark on a boat trip into the heart of the Cuillin mountains, hiking around a remote and lonely loch.
              • Enjoy warm Highland hospitality as you relax at a luxurious, hand-picked hotel only a short walk from Portree.
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              Next Departure: 1st May

              Region: Inner Hebrides including Skye

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 3 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 138kg ? What does this mean?
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              Luxury Walking – The Isle of Skye

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              Deluxe Walking – Ireland Coast to Coast

              37 reviews
              • Summit the highest mountain in three Irish provinces, including Ireland's highest mountain.
              • Explore the wilds of three of Ireland's six national parks: Connemara, Killarney and Wicklow.
              • Visit the ancient Glendalough monastery, Connemara Gaeltacht and the Wicklow Way.
              • Relax each evening in Deluxe-standard accommodation.
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              Next Departure: 26th September

              Region: West – Connemara, Burren & Aran Islands | East – Dublin & Wicklow

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Blue Grade 6 (Moderate to Challenging) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 167kg ? What does this mean?
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              Deluxe Walking – Ireland Coast to Coast

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              Deluxe Walking – Highlights of Ireland

              41 reviews
              • Discover iconic Irish landscapes, including UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Giant's Causeway and Killarney National Park.
              • Walk along the foot of Croagh Patrick, an important pilgrimage site.
              • Explore Galway City, which has been voted Lonely Planet's top five cities to visit.
              • Hike the entirety of the Cliffs of Moher.
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              Next Departure: 8th August

              Region: Multi-Location | Ireland

              Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 2 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 293kg ? What does this mean?
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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Lake District: Tales & Traditions

              • Visit the former homes of William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter, gaining insight into their lives and lasting influence.
              • Benefit from the company and expertise of a knowledgeable guide, learning about the history and stories of this beautiful region.
              • Explore an ancient stone circle, visit a traditional hill farm and tour England’s last working slate mine.
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              Next Departure: 8th August

              Region: Lake District

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Gentle Discovery ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 128kg ? What does this mean?
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              Cotswolds: Stories & Stone

              • Go behind the scenes on a tour of the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon.
              • Explore the seasonal beauty of Westonbirt, one of the UK’s most celebrated arboretums.
              • Join a professional forager for a guided walk and discover the wild flavours of the Cotswolds.
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              Next Departure: 22nd May

              Region: Cotswolds

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Gentle Discovery ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 115kg ? What does this mean?
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              Cornwall: Legends & Landscapes

              • Discover ancient villages, subtropical gardens and tidal islands on a journey through Cornwall’s rich and varied heritage.
              • Stay in charming coastal accommodation with delicious regional food, warm hospitality and expert guidance throughout.
              • Meet local makers and producers, from farmers to vignerons, foragers and curators of Cornwall’s living traditions.
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              Next Departure: 1st May

              Region: Cornwall

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Gentle Discovery ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 111kg ? What does this mean?
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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Deluxe Walking – Cairngorms National Park & Royal Deeside

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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

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              Deluxe Walking – Ireland Coast to Coast

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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Luxury Walking – The Isle of Skye

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              Deluxe Walking – Ireland Coast to Coast

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              Luxury Walking – The Isle of Skye

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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

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              Luxury Walking – The Isle of Skye

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              Deluxe Walking – Ireland Coast to Coast

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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Deluxe Walking – Ireland Coast to Coast

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              Luxury Walking – The Isle of Skye

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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

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              Deluxe Walking – Ireland Coast to Coast

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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

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              Luxury Walking – The Isle of Skye

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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

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              Deluxe Walking – Ireland Coast to Coast

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              Luxury Walking – The Isle of Skye

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              Luxury Walking – Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

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              Highlights of Ireland

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              Every client receives a feedback survey when they return from their guided, self guided or tailor made holiday with us. Once completed the review is published on our website just as soon as our database updates. The little touches and details are important to us and where issues are raised we make positive changes to our trips to improve your experience.

              That’s why we read each of our client’s reviews and although we don’t respond to all of them, if it’s glowing feedback then we get the satisfaction of helping to make your holidays truly memorable.

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              William Currin

              Deluxe Hiking - Highlights of Ireland

              Age: 60 - 70
              Country: United States
              Trip Date: 20/06/2026
              Trips Taken: 2

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              Our excursion was the eleven day “Highlights of Ireland,” superbly led by Jacquie Lynskey. This tour moves in a counterclockwise direction around Ireland, involving the perfect mix of hiking, history, castles, famous locales, while staying at first-rate accommodations and eating excellent meals. Jacquie is a flowing resource of Irish history, mythology and folklore and is justifiably proud of her Country and its achievements. She is friendly, engaging, organized and prepared us well, whether it was for a hike, tour or with one of the local guides. Each hike was unique, mostly in wildland and a couple city walking tours. Wildland hikes were all beautiful and of modest length and difficulty, ranging from three to six miles and totaling about 35 miles over the eleven days. Trails were very good going, while a couple had short sections requiring caution with step ups and downs on somewhat uneven rocks. The Giant's Causeway and The Kerry Way within Killarney National Park are especially memorable. The trip excelled in providing a comprehensive look at Ireland, its history, geology and landscapes. A beautiful Country, complex history, friendly people, while showing great promise for the future.

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              Jason Hartford

              Luxury Walking - The Isle of Skye

              Age: 60 - 70
              Country: United States
              Trip Date: 27/06/2026
              Trips Taken: 1

              The Bottom Line

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              Our Isle of Skye Luxury Walking tour exceeded expectations. Each hike was a very well selected, well curated slice of the island so that by the end we felt we had experienced the best parts. Our guide Rhona was top notch -- we definitiely plan on more Wilderness Scotland guided walks based on this trip. I'd highly recommend it to anyone interested in getting the most out of your visit to Skye.

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              Elizabeth Fletcher

              Deluxe Walking - Highlights of Shetland and Orkney

              Age: 70 - 80
              Country: United Kingdom
              Trip Date: 29/06/2026
              Trips Taken: 1

              The Bottom Line

              The Bottom Line

              It was an enjoyable, interesting trip with opportunities to experience the varied environments of Shetalnd and Orkney.

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