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Scotland
Sheep walking on the road in the British countryside.
England
Sunset in Houses of Parliament
London
Big Ben on a sunny day in London
Ireland
Castle ruins overlooking the sea
Wales
Your small ship will carry you to world heritage sites
Shetland Islands
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Shetland pony in the Shetland Isles.
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Discover the best the world has to offer with Adventure Life’s expert-curated United Kingdom tours 2027. From Glasgow, Edinburgh, Mousa, St. Kilda, and Aberdeen to hidden gems off the beaten path, our 17 top-rated itineraries take you deep into United Kingdom’s breathtaking landscapes. Guided by bilingual experts, these immersive experiences cater to adventurers seeking unique journeys in small groups or customizable private tours.

Choose from a variety of 8 to 17 days itineraries starting at $6,820 to $64,540. You’ll find options that suit your travel style. Whether you’re passionate about Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, and Local Market Visits or eager to explore United Kingdom’s rich culture and natural beauty, our United Kingdom tours 2027 deliver unforgettable moments. Each itinerary blends awe-inspiring exploration with a commitment to sustainability to ensure your adventure supports the preservation of our planet.

Adventure Life’s dedication to personalized travel promises your United Kingdom tour 2027 is seamless from start to finish. From arranging transportation to selecting accommodations tailored to your preferences, we’ll take care of every detail. Our expert recommendations and insider tips make your journey even more enriching.

Contact our specialists today to start planning your United Kingdom tour 2027. Whether you’re a solo traveler, a couple, or part of a group, Adventure Life will create a transformative experience you’ll treasure forever.
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Kayaking in Scotland.
from $14,695
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Wild Scotland

Edinburgh - Aberdeen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Edinburgh’s historic sites
  • Discover Troon’s charming coast
  • Marvel at Orkney’s ancient wonders
  • Visit St Kilda’s seabird colonies
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Edinburgh / Aberdeen
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Photography Seminars
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Edinburgh to Aberdeen aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring Scotland's untamed islands. Discover the ancient Hebrides and lush Orkney Islands, encounter wildlife along scenic coastlines, and experience local culture in charming villages while enjoying Scotland's renowned whisky.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $18,195
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England & Ireland: For Kin and Kingdom

Edinburgh - London - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Edinburgh’s castle
  • Discover Aberdeen’s Glamis Castle
  • Uncover Orkney’s Neolithic stones
  • Admire Glasgow’s Victorian charm
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Edinburgh / London
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Local Market Visits
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Embark on a 16-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson to explore the impactful stories of those who shaped British Isles history, from Jacobites to Irish fighters. Discover the resilience of royal figures, revolutionaries, and everyday citizens who overcame challenges to preserve their cultural identities.
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Turquoise waters surrounding the islands
from $6,940
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Celtic Voyage: The Hebrides and the Irish Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

London - Glasgow - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore London’s vibrant landmarks
  • Visit Dover's iconic cliffs
  • Discover Cowes' scenic coast
  • Wander Canterbury Gothic cathedral
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London / Glasgow
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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, exploring iconic landmarks, historic castles, and scenic coasts around the Irish Sea. Highlights include Dover Castle, the Giant’s Causeway, Tresco Gardens, and the Hebrides before ending near Glasgow.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $14,290
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Ancient Isles: England, Ireland and Scotland

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Celtic and Viking culture
  • Sail around Skellig Michael
  • Zodiac cruise in Scotland
  • Visit giant seabird colonies
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Windsor / Edinburgh
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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Portsmouth to Edinburgh aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Britain's, Ireland's, and Scotland's lesser-known wonders. Discover ancient megaliths, mysterious sea caves, historic dockyards, and lush botanical gardens.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $12,050
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North Atlantic Wonders: Iceland, Scotland and the Faroes

Edinburgh to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Kirkwall’s cathedrals
  • Meet Eysturoy villagers
  • Explore Shetland’s Viking coast
  • See Faroe villages
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Edinburgh / Reykjavik
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Embark on an 11-day North Atlantic cruise aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Start in Edinburgh, then explore ancient ruins in Orkney, Viking history in Shetland, turf-roofed villages in the Faroe Islands, and Iceland’s black-sand beaches and volcanic craters on a journey rich in culture, landscapes, and adventure.
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A market in Bryggen, Bergen, Norway
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
  • Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
  • Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
  • Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders
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Glasgow / Bergen
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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse to explore Scotland’s rugged isles and Norway’s stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, the Briksdal Glacier, and UNESCO sites like Orkney’s Standing Stones and Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf.
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Explore the enchanting city of Glasgow
from $6,820
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
  • Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
  • Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
  • Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders
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Glasgow / Bergen
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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to discover Scotland's rugged isles and Norway's stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, Orkney's ancient Standing Stones, Shetland's Jarlshof, Olden's Briksdal Glacier, the Flam Railway, and Bergen's historic Bryggen Wharf.
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An early morning view of Alesund, Norway
from $19,170
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Scottish Isles & Norwegian Arctic

Glasgow - Tromso - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Visit Staffa's basalt columns
  • Discover St Kilda seabird colonies
  • Walk the Callanish Stones moor
  • Explore Mousa Broch Iron Age tower
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Glasgow / Tromso
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Embark on a 10-day cruise from Glasgow to Tromso aboard Aqua Lares, exploring Iona, St Kilda’s UNESCO site, and the Shetland Islands. Experience wildlife, cultural landmarks, and stunning coastal scenery across Scotland and Norway.
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Explore the enchanting city of Glasgow
from $19,170
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Norwegian Arctic & Scottish Isles

Tromso - Glasgow - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Discover Trollfjorden’s cliffs
  • Visit Reine in Lofoten Islands
  • Enjoy Bronnoysund’s coastal beauty
  • Uncover Mousa Broch in Shetland
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Tromso / Glasgow
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Embark on a 10-day cruise from Tromso to Glasgow on Aqua Lares, exploring Norway’s fjords and Scotland’s islands. Experience highlights like Trollfjorden, the Lofoten Islands, and the UNESCO site of St Kilda before concluding your adventure in Glasgow.
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Puffin, Fair Isle, Scotland
from $16,995
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Wild Scottish Isles & Norwegian Fjords

Aberdeen - Tromso - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Aberdeen’s cathedral
  • Tour Glen Garioch Distillery
  • Visit Papa Westray’s Knap of Howar
  • Experience Fair Isle’s seabirds
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Aberdeen / Tromso
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Embark on a 14-day voyage from Scotland to Norway aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring ancient sites in the Orkney and Shetland Islands, Viking routes, and stunning Lofoten peaks. Experience the Arctic Circle's midnight sun, seabird colonies, and breathtaking fjords while delving into the region’s maritime heritage.
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Panorama of Rouen at sunset
from $8,150
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Britain Sampler with Paris to Normandy

London to Paris - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tapestry II
  • Explore Westminster Abbey
  • Visit Stonehenge monument
  • Explore Edinburgh Castle
  • See Normandy Beaches
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London / Paris
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Land & Sea Exploration, Biking
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Discover Britain and France on a 16-day Britain Sampler with Paris to Normandy cruise aboard Avalon Tapestry II. Explore London, Stonehenge, Bath, Edinburgh Castle, York, and Stratford-upon-Avon. Then sail the Seine from Paris to Normandy, visiting Monet’s Giverny, Rouen, Auvers-sur-Oise, and the historic Normandy beaches.
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Broch of Mousa, Scotland
from $29,820
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Scottish Isles, Arctic Circles & Svalbard

Glasgow - Longyearbyen - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Explore Iona landscapes
  • Discover Staffa and sea caves
  • Visit Callanish Stones site
  • Admire Alesund's coastal views
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Aqua Lares through Scotland, Norway, and Svalbard, visiting historic sites and wildlife-rich areas. Experience the beauty of remote landscapes and Arctic wildlife while enjoying expert-guided excursions and small-ship comfort.
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Soft light glows over the canals of Copenhagen
from $14,995
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Copenhagen to Edinburgh: A Viking Saga

Copenhagen - Edinburgh - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Copenhagen’s royal palaces
  • Discover Gothenburg’s canals
  • Sail into Norway’s Hardangerfjord
  • Encounter Shetland’s rugged cliffs
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Copenhagen / Edinburgh
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Embark on a 13-day Viking-inspired cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring significant Scandinavian ports like Gothenburg and Bergen. Discover the rich maritime heritage of Norway and the Shetland and Orkney Islands, where Norse traditions still influence local culture.
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $11,180
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From Scotland to Spitsbergen

Glasgow to Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Walk Glasgow's historic center
  • View Callanish standing stones
  • See Tromso Arctic Cathedral
  • Spot belugas near Spitsbergen
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
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Urban Exploration
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Sail from Glasgow to Longyearbyen on a 14-day Arctic expedition aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Scottish Isles, Viking-era ruins, Arctic fjords, and glacial landscapes. Visit Iona, Callanish, Mousa, Tromso, and Spitsbergen. Observe seabirds, seals, and whales while navigating Norway’s Trollfjorden and remote polar waters.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $13,395
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Scotland to Spitsbergen: Puffins, Sea Ice and Wildlife

Aberdeen, Scotland - Helsinki - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Orkney Neolithic Ruins
  • Cruise Norwegian Arctic Fjords
  • Discover Shetland Viking Sites
  • Observe Bear Island Birds
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Aberdeen / Helsinki
Activities
Whale Watching, Kayaking, Spa Relaxation
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Sail on 17 days aboard Ultramarine from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen. Explore Orkney and Shetland’s Neolithic ruins, Norwegian fjords, and Svalbard’s glaciers, ice, seabird colonies, and Arctic wildlife. Participate in Zodiac cruises, hikes, and cultural encounters while observing polar bears, walrus, whales, and Arctic birds in their natural habitats.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $29,820
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Svalbard, Arctic Circle & Scottish Isles

Longyearbyen - Glasgow - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Observe Samarinvagen’s glacier
  • Discover Bear Island cliffs
  • Walk Reinoya’s raised beaches
  • Visit Skarsvag to see wild reindeer
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Longyearbyen / Glasgow
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking
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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard Aqua Lares, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring Norway's scenic fjords and coastal towns, including Tromso and Alesund. Discover the Shetland Islands and iconic sites in Scotland like the Callanish Stones and the Isle of Iona before concluding in Glasgow.
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Stroll through historic Dublin
from $16,195
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Ireland & Scotland: Saints, Saviours and Secrets

Dublin - Edinburgh - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Discover Ireland’s historic figures
  • Visit St Patrick’s grave
  • Visit Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
  • Learn Kilmainham Gaol's history
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Dublin / Edinburgh
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Small Ship Sailing
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Sail through Ireland and Scotland on a 14-day cruise packed with history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes aboard Douglas Mawson. Enjoy guided excursions and independent exploration in vibrant cities and remote landscapes.
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