Holiday ideas to the United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers everything from luxurious rail journeys to scenic cruises – without the need to fly. Skip the airport queues and travel a little closer to home, making the most of the scenery and experiences on your doorstep.

Whether it's speeding through the Highlands on the Belmond Royal Scotsman, or driving the winding coastal roads of Northern Ireland, there's a United Kingdom holiday for everyone. And, don't forget our travel specialists are on hand to help tailor all aspects of your holiday to meet your precise needs. To start planning your trip, just call one of our destination specialists on 020 7590 0618, or browse our itinerary ideas below.

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Belmond Royal Scotsman: Taste of the Highlands

4-day no-fly luxury rail journey from £5,115 pp

Travel straight into the heart of the Scottish Highlands, visiting enchanting sites of natural beauty and making the most of the thrilling outdoor activities.

Discover Scotland: Highland Wildlife & Majestic Mountains

10-day no-fly holiday from £1,095 pp

A superb introduction to the Scottish Highlands, this no-fly holiday includes train travel from London aboard the Caledonian Sleeper as well as car hire and stays in Inverness, Cairngorms National Park and Fort William.

No-fly Northern Ireland: Highlights by road

9-day tailor-made no-fly self-drive from £1,325 pp

Skip the airport with this no-fly self-drive holiday to some of Northern Ireland's most beautiful locations. And, as you make your way through lush glens and along windswept coast roads, you'll pause to stay in historic properties along the way.

Discover the UK & Ireland with Silversea

13-day luxury no-fly cruise from £9,900 pp

Special
cruise offer

Two-category suite upgrade & US$1,000 onboard credit
Book by: 30 April 2024

Sailing from Southampton, this luxury no-fly Silversea cruise takes you on a tour of the British Isles in supreme style and comfort, showcasing the likes of Scotland’s Orkney Islands, Dorset’s Jurassic coastline and the Viking heritage of Waterford.

Belmond Royal Scotsman: Western Scenic Wonders

5-day luxury rail journey from £6,715 pp

Put simply, the west of Scotland encapsulates some of the country’s most arresting scenery, from wild coastlines and Hebridean islands to mighty Highland fells and rivers. This is the best introduction to it and your chance to see it all in the fine tradition of yesteryear.

Belmond Royal Scotsman: Scotland’s Classic Splendours

6-day luxury rail journey from £7,750 pp

In amongst spectacular coastal and Highlands scenery, this route will see you enjoy everything from centuries-old castles and whisky distilleries to clay pigeon shoots in national-park estates and a boat trip to a seal colony.