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Top United Kingdom Trips & Tours in May 2027

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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 United Kingdom in May 2027 on one of these 11 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during May 2027 as you enjoy Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, and Local Market Visits. Prices for trips in May 2027 range from $6,940 to $64,540 for a vacation of 8 to 17 days. Choose any of the below 11 itineraries in May 2027 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert United Kingdom trip planners.
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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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Small Ship Sailing, 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
Activities
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
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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
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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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A market in Bryggen, Bergen, Norway
from $7,060
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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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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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Variable
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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Panorama of Rouen at sunset
from $8,690
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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
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration, Biking
Activity Level
Variable
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
Activities
Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
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
Activities
Urban Exploration
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Variable
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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Variable
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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