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Self-Drive Experiences 17 tours from £495pp

Get ready for a travel hybrid like no other! With our Self-Drive Experiences, you can hit the road your way while still enjoying the perks of our pre-planned excursions. After you’ve rolled over to your chosen destination and into your cosy hotel, you’ll be greeted with a smile by your experienced Tour Manager! Enjoy hand-picked accommodation with more comforts than your favourite fuzzy slippers, plus a packed itinerary of activity to keep your adventurous spirit soaring. It’s the best of both worlds, so shift into high gear and let the fun drive you!

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Introducing Self-Drive Experiences

Get ready for a travel hybrid like no other! With our Self-Drive Experiences, you can hit the road your way while still enjoying the perks of our pre-planned excursions. After you’ve rolled over to your chosen destination and into your cosy hotel, you’ll be greeted with a smile by your experienced Tour Manager! Enjoy hand-picked accommodation with more comforts than your favourite fuzzy slippers, plus a packed itinerary of activity to keep your adventurous spirit soaring. It’s the best of both worlds, so shift into high gear and let the fun drive you!

Our Self-Drive Experiences feature:

  • Flexible travel – simply make your own way there!
  • Hand-picked hotels to rest your head
  • A rise, shine, and dine experience with breakfast and evening meals included
  • Fun-fuelled excursions
  • Comfort on the go with coach transfers for the excursions
  • An adventuring ally, a.k.a. your experienced Tour Manager
  • Peace of mind: funds 100% secure in a Trust Account

Whoop! Here are 17 Self-Drive Holidays from £495pp

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Norfolk and Sandringham with Lucy Worsley

This five-day rail holiday will see us visit some of Norfolk’s most iconic and well-known sights and enjoy a talk and Q&A led by Dr Lucy Worsley.

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The Great River Thames and Windsor Castle

Join us on this relaxing break, featuring three river cruises along the beautiful Thames and included visits to Windsor Castle and Stonor Park.

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Snowdon, Portmeirion and Welsh Mountain Steam

Enjoy spectacular scenery from Mount Snowdon's summit and journey along the Welsh Highland Railway, staying at the lovely Llandudno Bay Hotel.

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Railways of Somerset and the Devon Coast

Travel onboard no less than five different railways on this tour along the beautiful Somerset and Devon coasts.

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Scenic Trains, the Norfolk Broads and Sandringham

Unwind in lovely Norfolk with three railway journeys, a cruise on the Norfolk Broads, and visits to Oxburgh Hall and Sandringham Estate.

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Heritage Railways of the Cotswolds and Avon Valley

Experience the very best of Britain’s West Country with nostalgic rail journeys and gorgeous countryside surroundings from your 4-star hotel.

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Settle to Carlisle and the Best of Yorkshire

Explore the fascinating sights and rolling scenery of Yorkshire onboard classic steam journeys such as the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway.

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Historic Homes of Kent and Historic Railways

From your fantastic 4-star base, board the charming Kent & East Sussex and Bluebell railways and discover Chartwell and Hever Castle.

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Cheltenham Festival 2025 – The Gold Cup

The countdown has begun! Join us for the pinnacle of the jump-racing calendar, the Cheltenham Festival 2025, with two days of racing included.

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Christmas in Stratford and the Countess of Evesham

From delightful Stratford-upon-Avon, enjoy journeys on the Countess of Evesham and Severn Valley Railway and a visit to Warwick Castle.

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Railway Tracks and Walking in the Yorkshire Dales

Enjoy the perfect blend of incredible rail journeys and invigorating countryside walks on an adventure through the Yorkshire Dales.

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York, Historic Homes and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway

From the Parsonage Hotel and Spa, enjoy Yorkshire’s great historic homes, Castle Howard and Fairfax House, and a spectacular steam train journey.

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Railway Tracks and Walking in the Peak District

The Breadsall Priory Marriott offers the perfect base for rail rides and scenic walks through the incredible natural beauty of the Peak District.

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Stratford and a Shakespearean New Year

Discover all the highlights of Stratford-upon-Avon on this fabulous New Year tour, staying at the gorgeous 4-star riverside hotel, Crowne Plaza.

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Peak District Scenic Railways and Chatsworth House

Journey through the Peak District and Derbyshire Dales on heritage railway lines from our lovely base, the Breadsall Priory Marriott Hotel.

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Blenheim Palace, Oxford and Royal Windsor for Solo Travellers

Enjoy leisurely cruises along the Thames, plus visits to Blenheim Palace, Windsor Castle and Oxford, on this delightful solo traveller tour.

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Luxury Steam on the Shakespeare Express

Journey on the Shakespeare Express from Derby to Stratford-upon-Avon and visit Bakewell and Chatsworth House on this wonderful break!

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