England 12-Day Tours and Trips

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Explore England in a relaxed manner during a 12-day England tour. Relive the lives of famous poets, artists, and philosophers in London while admiring the exquisite craftsmanship of its well-preserved architecture monuments. For nature lovers, there is the English countryside, where sheep graze amid vast expanses of rolling hills. How about a jaunt through South Downs Way, a trail that follows old routes along the chalk ridge to the north of Sussex and Hampshire? Head north to the Lake District immortalized by the Romantics and soak up Scotland’s stunning Highland scenery. Cross the Irish Sea to Belfast and continue to Dublin. Ramble through Grafton Street, famous for its street performances, and admire its stately Georgian Squares and Saint Patrick's Cathedral. See our pick of 12-day England itineraries below.

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European Discovery

4.8(42 reviews)

Ready for the beginning of your sweet love affair with Europe? This European Discovery tour uncovers Europe’s finest in 12 days, complete with Bavarian beer & a visit to a French perfumery. We'll discover Paris, Rome, Amsterdam, Munich, Venice & Florence, flirting with many more destinations along the way, from a traditional German beer hall to lunch at a local Italian farm (on us). You’ll get a taste for all the best bits of the continent and travel through 6 countries in one trip. By the time you get back to London you'll be completely smitten.

Duration

12 Days

Price per day

USD 232

Tour Type

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12 days

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Elegance of Great Britain

5.0(2 reviews)

Follow the literary and historical footsteps across England and Scotland with the 'Elegance of Great Britain' city sightseeing tour, crafted for those who appreciate heritage and comfort. Over 12 days, travel from London to Edinburgh, the Lake District, and Stratford-upon-Avon. Enjoy exclusive experiences such as dining with Sir Ludovic at Ardgowan Castle and indulging in a Dine-at-Home meal at York’s Thirsk Hall, paired with traditional tea and scones. Cruise the tranquil waters of the Lake District and marvel at the ancient monoliths of Stonehenge. Guided by local experts, this trip offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, historic sites, and refined hospitality, making it perfect for mature travelers and families looking for a sophisticated British journey.

Duration

12 Days

Price per day

USD 402

Tour Type

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12 days

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The Cleveland Way

A mixture of coastal and moorland walking The Cleveland Way. Walkers familiar with Wainwright’s Coast to Coast path will already be well acquainted with a couple of spots along the rolling Cleveland Way such as The Wainstones, Urra Moor and Robin Hood Bay. In fact it shares about 10 miles of routing with the ‘C to C’. Maybe they will be intrigued enough by their flirtation with the trail to don their boots once again and take up the challenge of the 110 mile Cleveland Way route from Helmsley to Filey in its entirety. What stands out is the experience of half a walk over hill and scarp edges and half along the hilly coastline of the Yorkshire seaside. There is much to enjoy for those interested in history, those ‘collecting’ National Trails and for aficionados who wish to enjoy arguably the best Fish ‘n’ Chips in England at Whitby Bay! This is the second of the ‘National Trails’, dating from 1969 and is rooted in the North York Moors National Park / Yorkshire Heritage Coast. Along its length there are contrasts in walking between field - quilted farmlands, forest patches, dramatic sandstone rock scarps, bleak moorlands and the highly eroded coastline, punctuated by beautiful little fishing villages, clinging to the cliffs. It is an area that has been threatened by the expansion of the Tyne – Tees Conurbation on the one side and by the encroaching North Sea on the other. However apart from busy coastal towns such as Scarborough, it remains a tranquil area, bolstered and protected by the presence of the National Park of which about 80% of the walk occupies. Highlights of the Cleveland Way include, the remains of the Norman Rievaulx Abbey, and 13th century Whitby Abbey (but dating from the 7th century!), the Captain Cook Monument and Robin Hoods Bay with it's cliff-hanging cottages. Most of the route follows well sign-posted footpaths, which generally have good surfaces and are easy to follow. The exception to this is along the coastal path, which, in some places, is overgrown and uneven underfoot. The amount of daily ascent and descent is moderate, with much of the walk being on level or gently sloping ground. There are a number of steep ascents along the section from Osmotherley to Urra Moor and at some places along the coast, but these are generally of no more than one or two hundred metres at a time.

Duration

12 Days

Price per day

USD 216

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Whisky Coast & Scottish Islands - 12 days

Journey through Scotland’s most breathtaking landscapes and storied islands on the "Whisky Coast & Scottish Islands - 12 days" tour. Perfect for seniors and those with a passion for heritage, this easy-paced, small-group adventure departs from Edinburgh and explores Islay, Mull, Iona, Skye, and Orkney. Enjoy whisky tastings at four celebrated distilleries, search for the mythical Loch Ness monster, and stand at Britain’s northern tip in John o'Groats. Unwind in friendly fishing villages like Ullapool and take in mainland highlights, from Loch Lomond to Oban. What sets this trip apart is its comprehensive blend of whisky, wildlife, and wild beauty—offering a deep dive into Scotland’s iconic coastal and island experiences.

Duration

12 Days

Price per day

USD 295

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Anonymous | Traveled in November

5.0 - Excellent

We enjoyed the tour. It was a great time and like the fact that he had two days some places and free time to explore. The tour guide was fantastic and knowledgeable about the history of England. The bus driver was fantastic as he navigated the roads. We would indeed do another back roads tour.

Highlights of Britain

Anne | Traveled in January

5.0 - Excellent

Excellent

A wonderful holiday thanks to our fantastic tour guide, Shabby, who was so knowledgeable, entertaining and patient and qur driver, Ashley, who effortlessly negotiated all sorts of weather conditions and roads for approximately 2500 miles! They both went out of their way to see that we had the best tour possible and I am sure none of us will hear the Wham song ""wake me up"" without having fond memories of the tour and all the new friends we made.

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Anonymous | Traveled in June

5.0 - Excellent

The tour gave a balanced range of highlights from little villages, towns and cities to a couple of stately homes and churches, an amazing art museum and a visit to Wensleydale Cheese Factory. It was very well organised and our fabulous guide Charlie and driver Renata made the trip very special and memorable. Great accommodation and good food enhanced the total experience. It was a tour to remember and one which I can thoroughly recommend.

Highlights of Britain

Anonymous | Traveled in August

5.0 - Excellent

It was the best experience l have had, Ben was full of knowledge & was an amazing guide, Dimitri interest on our entertainment, he was a fantastic driver. I felt sorry for him at the Churchill hotel, the backing camera was not working. Every place we went , will be beautiful memories. I have told everyone about my experience with Back Roads. Kind regards Arlene Mills

Highlights of Britain

Anonymous | Traveled in April

5.0 - Excellent

10/10 would recommend traveling with Contiki! I made the best friends and saw the most amazing places. I never had to stress about planning thanks to the amazing staff. Our tour guide, was the best. She made sure that we had the best time and worked so hard behind the scenes. Our driver, made us feel so safe on the road and we couldn’t have gone anywhere without him.

European Discovery

Bobby | Traveled in June

5.0 - Excellent

It was my first time in Europe and the 3 countries that I visited with my family was awesome! Italy, Switzerland and France were Bar None! The Countryside, historical buildings, monuments, the people, the culture was amazing. What a joyful experience! Such a highlight for year 2025 and we as a family plan to do it again next year in 2026!