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Must-see sights and hidden delights of England and Scotland
17 Jul 2024
Your UK adventure awaits...
If breathtaking landscapes, medieval cities and majestic landmarks sound like your idea of heaven, our England tours and Scotland tours are sure to deliver. Along with iconic sights, the two countries are overflowing with hidden treasures just waiting to be discovered on one of our small group escapes.
While our UK tours are great all year round, travelling outside of the peak summer season allows for a more authentic experience. During the shoulder season months of March and April or October and November, you’ll experience fewer crowds and more space to soak up the atmosphere. Enjoy a slower pace of life as you adventure through sleepy towns and ever-changing scenery.
From national parks brimming with incredible wildlife to enchanting hill-top villages sitting amongst the quintessential British countryside, discover the beauty of England and Scotland on one (or more) of our tours…
5 reasons why a small group tour is ideal for solo travellers
13 Aug 2024
Solo traveller looking for your next adventure? Discover why our small-group tours are perfect for you!
What To Pack For Your Blue-Roads Touring Tour
11 Mar 2019
What To Pack For Your Blue-Roads Touring Tour
Wondering what to take with you on your upcoming Blue-Roads Touring tour?
It’s important to bear in mind that what you pack will depend on the countries you’re visiting and the time of year in which you plan to travel. So be sure to do some research before your departure.
In the meantime, use our handy packing list to get you started.
Five last-minute shoulder season escapes
22 Aug 2024
There’s still time to explore the Med in 2024...
The European summer may be coming to an end – but there’s still plenty of time to savor a small group adventure in the balmy Mediterranean this October or November!
Whether you fancy a jaunt around idyllic Italy or a memorable adventure through la belle France, the fall shoulder season is one of the best times to travel to Europe’s more southerly locales. As well as delving into rich cultures and sampling flavorful cuisines, you’ll:
- Experience fewer crowds and quieter streets
- Encounter milder weather than the peak summer months
- Soak up all manner of stunning seasonal scenery
Allow us to inspire you with the following enchanting Europe tours in the Med and beyond that still have a few seats available...
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Today we are commemorating ANZAC Day by reflecting upon the immense sacrifice that soldiers in the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps have made for us throughout history. Courage, endurance and companionship are all strongly associated with 'the ANZAC spirit', which is deeply embedded in both nations' cultures. Today we honour our heroes by collating some excerpts of Remembrance and ANZAC Day poems.
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This Valentine’s Day, we’re delving into some of the most romantic cities in the world. Paris is constantly coined the city of love for its picturesque Tour Eiffel and River Seine, alongside Venice for its iconic waterways, but where else can you visit for a sprinkling of amore?
Where to uncover the best pizza in Italy
9 Feb 2022
This National Pizza Day, we’ve decided to help you uncover where to find the best pizza in Italy. With so many authentic Italian eateries to choose from, it can be difficult to decide where to venture to get those tastebuds tingling. The destinations we’ve collated include where to find the oldest pizzeria in the world and where to find trapizzino, the iconic Italian pizza pocket. Buon appetito!
Dine Like a Local in Portugal
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Discover Portugal's culinary delights
“We loved the Fado music, loved the visit and tasting of olive oil, wine, cheese and jams at the family owned olive farm and vineyard... We have so many wonderful memories and highlights from each day of the tour”.
Wendy and Robin McGregor, who joined our Discover Portugal tour in October 2022.
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The spectacular Nordic lands of the midnight sun and the northern lights have been home to a vast range of civilisations over the centuries, each leaving their imprint on the region's landscapes. Here the Vikings once ruled the shores and seas; waterfront fortresses protected medieval borders; and lavish palaces appeased Renaissance royalty.
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