A view of white cliffs and the sea in Cornwall, southern England

The UK by train, bus, and ferry

Top rural escapes

The Glenfinnan Viaduct curves through autumn-colored hills on Scotland's West Highland Line.

The West Highland Line

Ride the Caledonian Sleeper and both branches of the famed West Highland Line, one of the world's most scenic railroads.

/ 8 nights

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Yorkshire Dales

Explore the Yorkshire Dales from Skipton, walking among dry stone walls, limestone valleys, meadows, and towns.

/ 3 nights

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To the Borders

Travel through Yorkshire villages and the Dales, then follow the Settle–Carlisle Line to Hadrian’s Wall on the English border.

/ 8 nights

Cotswolds getaway

Base yourself in Moreton-in-Marsh to explore the Cotswolds, walking through meadows and bridle paths or visiting country houses.

/ 4 nights

The Cairngorms National Park

Explore the Cairngorms’ granite mountains, pine forests and moorland, with chances to spot red deer and golden eagles.

/ 5 nights

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Snowdonia

The heart of Snowdonia features ancient woods, lakes, and mountains blanketed by wildflowers in spring and snow in winter.

/ 3 nights

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Best for history

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Medieval Norwich

Beyond its Cathedral and Castle, Norwich reveals its past through winding lanes, timbered houses, and medieval markets.

/ 2 nights

Royal Caernarfon

The royal port town of Caernarfon is steeped in Welsh history, centered on its vast UNESCO-listed castle built by Edward I.

/ 3 nights

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Cathedral city of York

Explore York beneath its Minster, walking the Roman walls and weaving through the Shambles’ medieval lanes.

/ 2 nights

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Market town of Arundel

Explore Arundel’s medieval castle and Gothic cathedral, set above the River Arun, with compact streets and riverside walks.

/ 2 nights

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Edinburgh's UNESCO Old Town

Explore Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns beneath Castle Rock, linking closes, Georgian streets, and landmark viewpoints.

/ 4 nights

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Multi-stop UK adventures by train

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UK cityhopper

Five major cities shape this route across Britain, from Bristol’s maritime past to York’s walls, galleries, and rail-linked sights.

/ 12 nights

Isle of Skye adventure

Soak up Highland culture and scenery by sleeper and scenic trains to Skye, then continue east to Scotland’s vibrant cities.

/ 10 nights

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Northern Ireland's Causeway Coast

Travel from Belfast on the Antrim Coast Line to Coleraine and Derry-Londonderry, with a bus connection to the Giant’s Causeway basalt columns.

/ 7 nights

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UK city getaways by train

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London unlocked

Explore London beyond the landmarks, from neighborhood markets and riverside walks to green parks threaded through the city.

/ 4 nights

Bristol

From Stokes Croft street art to Clifton terraces and the old harbor, Bristol unfolds through neighborhoods linked by water.

/ 2 nights

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Glasgow

Explore Glasgow’s museums, music venues, and Victorian streets, pairing culture with neighborhood dining and nightlife.

/ 3 nights

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British island vacations

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Isle of Skye adventure

Soak up Highland culture and scenery by sleeper and scenic trains to Skye, then continue east to Scotland’s vibrant cities.

/ 10 nights

Discover Guernsey

Discover Guernsey’s coastal paths and swimming spots, with island-hopping trips to Sark, Herm, and Alderney.

/ 6 nights

Anglesey

Cross the Menai Strait to Anglesey’s Coastal Path, passing lighthouses, dune systems and Celtic ruins by the sea.

/ 3 nights

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Top UK spa getaways

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The Grand, York

The Grand’s spa sits inside former bank vaults, where brickwork frames whirlpools, Nordic saunas and quiet spaces to unwind.

/ 2 nights

Kingsmills Spa, Inverness

Highland landscapes frame a stay at Kingsmills, combining spa treatments with riverside walks and evenings in Inverness.

/ 3 nights

The Gainsborough, Bath Spa

A modern take on Bath’s thermal heritage, the Gainsborough spa draws from original hot springs beneath a striking glass atrium.

/ 3 nights

Byway excursions

UK side trips

Short on time? Trip already booked?

Explore our slow travel excursions: classic routes distilled into short breaks that slot neatly into your holiday.

A perfect way to explore further into the UK without leaving your trip behind. From the rugged Scottish highlands to the sweeping valleys of mid-Wales, some of Britain's most dramatic scenery is best seen by train. Choose from through the Heart of Wales from Swansea, ride the West Highland Line from Glasgow or along the West Highland Line from Edinburgh.

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