Explorer trips in UK Britain. Looking to explore UK Britain on an explorer tour? We offer 160 explorer tours through-out UK Britain, backed by over 1,200 reviews and offering discounts up to 19%. All our trips are offered by expert trip designers and UK Britain destination experts, with trip durations ranging from 1 to 59 days.
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Experience five days of wild beauty on this round-trip from Edinburgh to the Outer Hebrides. Travel through the haunting landscapes of Glen Coe, past Ben Nevis and Loch Ness, before reaching Inverness. Cross to Lewis and Harris, where you'll visit ancient sites like Carloway Broch, stroll along Luskentyre’s white sands, and stand at the windswept Butt of Lewis. Return to the mainland for a final day of history and flavour, exploring Culloden Battlefield and enjoying a Highland whisky tasting. With dramatic scenery, rich history and island charm, this journey offers an unforgettable slice of Scotland’s rugged north.
Discover Scotland’s wild west coast on this five-day tour from Glasgow to the Isle of Skye and back. Travel through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, explore ancient sites in Kilmartin Glen, and enjoy seafood in Oban. Hear the haunting history of Glen Coe, then cross to Skye for dramatic landscapes, waterfalls and traditional villages. You’ll pass through the Highlands to Inverness, with plenty of scenic stops and stories along the way. The return journey includes a visit to Culloden Battlefield, prehistoric Clava Cairns and a chance to sample local whisky. A perfect blend of history, nature and Highland charm.
Discover Scotland and Orkney on this 8-day tour, beginning in Edinburgh and travelling west through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs to the coastal town of Oban. Explore Glen Coe and the West Highlands before crossing to the Isle of Skye, where dramatic landscapes await. From there, journey through the Highlands to Inverness, then head north to the Orkney Islands to uncover ancient sites and wartime history. Returning to the mainland, before concluding with a scenic drive through the Cairngorms, ending back in Edinburgh.
Walk through the Cheviot Hills from Scotland to England en-route to Britain's very own Galapagos. The St Cuthbert’s Way is a long-distance path that was established in 1996. The route reflects the life of this 7th century monk, extending from Melrose Abbey in the Scottish borders, where he became bishop to the island of Lindisfarne just off the coast of Northumberland in northeast England, where he was buried. So the ‘Way’ links places associated with his life. It includes a variety of delightfully unspoilt countryside: the Tweed Valley (origin of the famous woollen cloth), the Eildon Hills, the Cheviot Hills (origin of one of the most famous breeds of sheep), and the Northumberland coast with its broad horizons, sandy beaches and dramatic contrasts between high and low tide. The small historic towns en route - Melrose, Kirk Yetholm and Wooler - are equally unspoilt and offer a pleasant contrast with the thinly populated countryside. There is an abundance of historical features, including ruined abbeys at Melrose and Lindisfarne, the battle site at Harestanes Moor and old castles. The standard route is intended to be walked in 4 long days, but we have made several modifications to make the day stages slightly shorter and perhaps more interesting. The tour ends on Lindisfarne, but we recommend that if you have time, you opt for the extended tour which takes you back to the mainland and the beautiful village of Bamburgh overlooked by its grand castle and further down the coast, past the magnificent ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle to near the ancient kipper producing village of Craster.
Embark on this 3-day tour of the Outer Hebrides as we journey from Inverness through the dramatic landscapes of Sutherland to Ullapool, where we board the ferry to the Isle of Lewis. Opt to explore the traditional blackhouses at Arnol and discover the story of Harris Tweed before continuing to Stornoway. Visit the Iron Age Carloway Broch, stroll the white sands of Luskentyre Beach, and see the historic St Clement’s Church in Rodel. On our final day, travel to the Butt of Lewis, home to one of the UK’s most remote and rugged lighthouses, before returning to the mainland and completing the journey back to Inverness.
Discover Scotland on this 5-day tour showcasing the country's most iconic landscapes and historic landmarks. Travel from Edinburgh through the scenic Highlands, including Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, and Ben Nevis, before reaching Inverness. Cross to the Orkney Islands to explore wartime sites and Neolithic wonders such as Skara Brae and the Ring o’Brodgar. On returning south, visit John O’Groats, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, and the Cairngorms National Park, finishing with a stop in Pitlochry before returning to Edinburgh.
Set off from Edinburgh on a four-day adventure through the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye. Travel through the peaceful landscapes of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs before reaching the dramatic peaks of Glen Coe. Stay overnight in Fort Augustus by the shores of Loch Ness, then head to Skye to discover waterfalls, sea cliffs and traditional villages. Ride the iconic Jacobite Steam Train past glens and viaducts made famous in the Harry Potter films, and round off your trip with a visit to the charming town of Pitlochry. A perfect blend of scenery, history and Highland charm.
Discover dramatic coastal landscapes, ancient history and unique island culture on this three-day adventure from Inverness to the Orkney Isles. Travel by ferry to explore Neolithic sites, wartime landmarks and breathtaking natural scenery. From the stone circles of Brodgar to puffin-filled cliffs and the charming town of Kirkwall, this tour blends history, wildlife and local character. With expert guidance and time to explore at your own pace, it's the perfect way to experience one of Britain’s most fascinating and remote regions.
Travel through 5 days of dramatic scenery, ancient history and Highland culture. From the peaceful shores of Loch Lomond to the remote beauty of Skye, explore Neolithic landmarks, historic castles and legendary lochs. With a mix of guided visits and optional experiences – from ceilidh dancing to whisky tasting – this tour captures the essence of Scotland in one unforgettable journey.
