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Discover United Kingdom in 2023 on one of these amazing trips hand selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Select any of the below 29 top-rated trips where you will explore Lerwick, Glasgow, Orkney Islands, Kirkwall, and Dover with an exceptional bilingual guide on a small group or customizable private tour. The most popular things to do in United Kingdom in are cruises, small ship cruises, village visits, archaeological site visits, and wildlife viewing. Our United Kingdom trips in 2023 range in price from $2,750 to $38,790 for trips of 7 to 22 days. Contact one of Adventure Life's expert United Kingdom trip planners for help planning a seamless experience.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
$12,350
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Norwegian Fjords & Scottish Isles

Edinburgh - Bergen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Visit Shetland Islands for wildlife
  • Stroll to see the wooden houses
  • Explore Hardangerfjorden
  • Explore the Stone Age sites
Starts / Ends:
Edinburgh / Bergen
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On a voyage aboard the new National Geographic Resolution, sail across the North Sea in the wake of legendary explorers and seafarers, traveling from Norway’s breathtaking fjords and snow-dusted mountains to Scotland’s rolling green hills and ancient ruins. Glide beneath the dramatic …
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Ring of Brodgar is a unique stone circle in Scotland.
$9,250
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Scotland's Highlands and Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Lord of the Glens
  • Sail through Loch Ness
  • Visit medieval abbey ruins
  • Hike in spectacular Cuillin Hills
  • Discover ancient standing stones
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
The only expedition of its kind, explore Scotland as few people have on an encompassing and enchanting Scotland voyage. Walk among ancient stone monuments, weave your way through ruins of fantastic castles, and stroll through a sacred abbey. Learn the legacy of 1,300-year-old clans and visit the …
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
$17,770
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Ancient Isles: England, Ireland, and Scotland

15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Celtic and Viking culture
  • Sail around Skellig Michael
  • Zodiac cruise in Scotland
  • Visit giant seabird colonies
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Walk through Stone Age village ruins 5,000-years-old, Zodiac cruise around the stunning island of Staffa, and hoist a pint or two with spirited natives in cozy pubs throughout the land. You’ll explore ancient sites in moody landscapes to learn about culture and history in lands that have been …
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Two curious sheep in England
$6,276
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British Isles

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Maud
  • Visit Rathlin Island
  • Explore St. Kilda
  • Discover Isle of Lewis
  • Enjoy South Cornwall's beauty
Starts / Ends:
Dover / Dover
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail from the south of England to the most northerly region of Scotland – covering a vast area in between. A true British Isles journey, visiting England, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man, Republic of Ireland, Scotland and the Hebrides, head for remote destinations which will …
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Arctic puffins
$7,795
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Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Adventurer
  • Follow in the footsteps of Norsemen
  • Explore the volcanic and glacier
  • Encounter iconic arctic wildlife
  • Cruise in a Zodiac for exploration
Activities:
Hiking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Travel to some of the most remote islands on the planet, where only a small number of adventurers have ever left their footprints. This 14-day sailing expedition on Ocean Adventurer shows you the region’s rugged beauty and whaling and Viking history, visiting the awe-inspiring and unspoiled …
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Explore the enchanting city of Glasgow
$6,395
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Scotland Slowly

11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Observe prehistoric structures
  • Appreciate Scotland's shorelines
  • Climb an Iron Age fortification
  • View a large sea bird colony
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
June is an ideal month to visit Scotland, with birds breeding well underway, there are plenty of opportunities for avian enthusiasts. Photographers are in their glory amid the gorgeous scenery and small-group tutorials can help shutterbugs capture the experience at its finest. Board the Ocean …
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Adventures in Europe. Scottish marine band
$5,250
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European Classic Cruise - Scotland

7 Day Itinerary aboard Scottish Highlander
  • Visit Glencoe
  • Cruise Scotland's Lochs
  • Tour Cawdor Castle
  • Visit Eilean Donan Castle
Activities:
Barge Cruising, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the beauty of Scotland on a 7-day getaway cruise aboard the cozy barge hotel Scottish Highlander. Explore the mysterious battlefield in Glencoe, famed for one of the darkest days in Scottish history. Tour Cawdor Castle and gardens, a setting that is forever immortalized in …
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
$12,740
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Legendary Northern Isles: Scotland, Faroes, & Iceland

Bergen - Reykjavík - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Go back in time at Skara Brae
  • See the mysterious Ring of Brofgar
  • Walk through Jarlshof
  • Observe incredible birdlife
Starts / Ends:
Bergen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Sail beneath the midnight sun, overseas steeped in Norse mythology, and along the route of the boldest Vikings who ventured west. Meet the welcoming islanders who call the scenic Faroes home—Danes by nationality and Viking by blood. See the graves of their Viking ancestors and explore their …
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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
$4,395
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North Atlantic Saga: Scotland, the Faroe Islands, and Iceland

Aberdeen-Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Stand among Neolithic stones
  • Shop for exquisite handicrafts
  • See the volcanic Surtsey island
  • Follow the routes of the Vikings
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 11-day expedition cruise charts a course unlike any other on Earth, from the costaline of Scotland, through the cliffs of the Faroe Islands, to the volcanic plains of Iceland. Explore ancient Neolithic ruins on rugged Celtic islands, and sail into the sagas of Norse explorers bound for …
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Eilan Donan Castle
$5,550
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European Classic Cruise - Scotland

7 Day Itinerary aboard Spirit of Scotland
  • Tour of Cawdor Castle
  • Cruise Scotland's Lochs
  • Visit to Culloden Moor
Activities:
Barge Cruising, Biking, River Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the beauty of Scotland on a 7-day getaway cruise aboard the elegant barge hotel Spirit of Scotland. Take an evening stroll at Banavie before the start of the tour. Cruise along Lochs Lochy, Oich and the famous Loch Ness and perhaps a chance to see "Nessie". Take a stop at one of …
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Ring of Brodgar is a unique stone circle in Scotland.
$9,960
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Exploring Scotland’s Wild Isles: Shetlands, Orkneys & Inner Hebrides

9 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Witness the iron-age Midhowe Broch
  • Discover the old stone age
  • Walk along coastal cliffs
  • Explore the Bronze Age ruins
Starts / Ends:
Dublin / Edinburgh
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the archaeological sites and untamed scenery of three Scottish Isles—Shetlands, Orkneys, and the Inner Hebrides—on this 9-day cruise aboard the brand-new National Geographic Resolution. Visit the "upside-down" Rathlin West Light, which was constructed between 1912 and …
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Explore Dublin
$10,100
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Dublin to Reykjavik - Port to Port

11 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud
  • Visit the Dunluce Castle ruins
  • Explore Isle of Noss
  • Visit St. Kilda
Starts / Ends:
Dublin / Reykjavik
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience how different and beautiful two countries can be on this journey through Scotland, and Iceland on this 11-day expedition aboard Silver Cloud. Sail from Ireland’s capital to Iceland’s capital, Dublin to Reykjavik, with stops in Scotland. The voyage starts with Portrush, Lock …
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Standing Stones of Callanish
$4,690
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Shetland, Orkney & Hebrides

Rosyth - Glasgow, Scotland - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Discover the northern islands
  • Enjoy the Orkney Islands' wildlife
  • Learn the history of the Shetlands
  • Explore Edinburgh
Starts / Ends:
Edinburgh / Glasgow
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy an incredible experience of Celtic lands, including the Shetland Islands, Orkney Islands, and Hebrides Islands. The 8-day itinerary includes stops at Lerwick, known for the ruins of Scalloway Castle, Stromness with its Viking history, Stornoway, Ullapool with its picturesque fishing port, …
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Standing Stones of Callanish
$4,460
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Shetland, Orkney & Hebrides

Glasgow, Scotland - Rosyth - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Discover the northern islands
  • Enjoy the Orkney Islands' wildlife
  • Learn the history of the Shetlands
  • Explore Edinburgh
Starts / Ends:
Glasgow / Edinburgh
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy an incredible experience of Celtic lands and history on this 8-day cruise fromGlasgowtoEdinburgh. Explore the Hebrides Islands, Orkney Islands, and Shetland Islands. The itinerary includes visits to Fort William, the Isle of Skye, Stornoway, Kirkwall, and Lerwick, with highlights such as …
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England Old Bell
$5,550
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Classic England Cruise

7 Day Itinerary aboard Magna Carta
  • Taste the English Cream Tea
  • Explore Hampton Court Palace
  • Experience British Royalty
Activities:
Barge Cruising, River Cruises, Spa Relaxation, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience British royalty in this 7-day cruise embarking the luxurious, 8-passenger Magna Carta. Explore the castles of England and its quaint riverside towns and villages.Take in the Capital's most famous sights and enjoy a unique look at the spectacular waterway that has been so important in …
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Isle of Iona, Scotland
$9,999
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Jewels Of The National Trust

15 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Ovation
  • Admire the Cliffs of Dover
  • Discover Chesil Beach
  • Walk through Isle of Man
  • Wander at Rothesay's gardens
  • Tour Oban whisky distillery
Starts / Ends:
Dover / Dover
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience the magnificent sights, sounds and tastes of Northern Europe on a 15-day cruise aboard Seabourn Ovation. This classic voyage begins in Dover, and travels to Northern Europe with visits to historic and beautiful ports of Portland, Falmouth, Fishguard, and Dublin,Isle Of Man, Belfast, …
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Iona Abbey on the Isle of Iona
$14,695
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Ireland and Scotland Discovery

Dublin-Aberdeen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Sail through the Argyll Coast
  • Discover UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Hike in coastal scenery in Europe
  • Encounter gannets at Bass Rock
Starts / Ends:
Dublin / Aberdeen
Activities:
Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Seesome of the highest cliffs in Europeand discover unique flora and fauna. Blessed with fine weather, cruise around The Skellig Islands that includes a 6th century beehive hut monastery – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a large colony of puffins and gannets.In Scotland’s equally wild …
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Bicycles on a bridge over the canal.
$10,050
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North Sea Voyage: Northern Europe & the Normandy Beaches

Copenhagen to London - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Amaze with beauty of Lübeck
  • Sail through Cliffs of Dover
  • Explore Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum
  • Experience London’s landmark
Activities:
Biking, Cooking Classes, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
The voyage from Copenhagen to London along the inland waterways of the North Sea, exploring beautiful coastal cities as well as the crucial and storied role the region has played in history. Stroll through charming, canal-side towns that sprang up along Old-World trade routes. Marvel at the …
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