England Tours
Ever considered signing up for some England tours? What are you waiting for?! This green and pleasant land is a natural and cultural paradise just waiting to be explored. With beautiful rolling hills, dramatic mountains, quaint market towns and picture-perfect villages, there are England tours to suit all travel tastes. While many visitors to the UK confine themselves to London and the surrounding area, there’s plenty to discover all over the country. From the wild coasts of Cornwall to the rolling hills of the Cotswolds and the towering peaks of the Lake District, England tours have so much to offer!
Taking a Trip to England
Taking a trip to England is a magical experience for those who enjoy the outdoors, and many of the greatest adventure tours in England follow networks of walking and cycling trails that crisscross the country, some of which are centuries old. When you join any England tours you’ll be walking in the footsteps of pilgrims and merchants that travelled this ancient land many hundreds of years ago.
However, if you plan on taking a trip to England the organization phase can be a complicated and confusing activity! To help you navigate all the different options on offer, we’ve put together some helpful information about the range of England tours you can choose from. Whether you want a short guided tour or a much longer self-guided tour, here are some of our top recommendations for adventure tours in England.
When is the Best Time to Travel to England?
The best time to travel to England depends entirely on what you are hoping to accomplish on your trip; however, many people consider the best time to travel to England to be during the summer months of May to September. During this window you will experience warmer and sunnier weather conditions that are perfectly suited to exploring the outdoors, although this also coincides with the most popular time to visit for tourists of all varieties. If you want to avoid the crowds and don’t mind cooler, rainy weather, then the winter months, as well as the shoulder seasons of spring and autumn, are also good options to visit England.
England Map
Although it isn’t a particularly large country, it can be hard to fully visualize England and its different counties - especially if you are looking at the entirety of the United Kingdom. We’ve put together this simple England Map to provide an overview of the country with the hopes of providing a clearer picture for you during the planning phase of your next England trip!
Popular Activities in England
The picturesque English countryside is home to a variety of different landscapes and terrains, all of which are home to a number of fun activities. If you are looking for the most popular activities in England to try out on your next trip, be sure to check out these options below:
Walking Tours in England
Walking tours in England are almost a right of passage for any outdoor enthusiast looking to visit the country. Whether you want to explore the utterly stunning Lake District, the imposing terrain of the Peak District, or any of the dramatic coastal areas surrounding the country, there is no shortage of incredible walking tours in England that are waiting to be explored.
Bike Tours in England
From narrow village streets lined with stone cottages to quiet roadways set in the rolling green hills of the English countryside, there are countless bike tours in England that will make for the perfect holiday. Book yours today to uncover the natural beauty of England.
Where to go in England
With so many amazingly scenic destinations, it can be hard to decide on where to go in England. That’s why we’ve split it up into a number of smaller sub-regions, allowing you to better explore the different parts of the country with the hopes of making it easier when it comes to actually choosing where to go in England.
Tours in Northern England
Exploring the landscapes from the Solway Firth to the North Sea and everything in between, tours in Northern England are an exceptional experience that highlight the natural beauty of England’s northern reaches. With iconic destinations like Northumberland National Park, and North York Moors National Park, and Yorkshire Dales National Park, you can rest assured that you will never run out of adventures on a tour in Northern England.
Tours in the Midlands
Covering the central counties of Shropshire, Staffordshire, West Midlands, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, and Herefordshire, tours in the Midlands offer a vast swathe of the English countryside to explore. Whether you want to navigate this picturesque region on foot or by bike, tours in the Midlands will make for an exciting excursion on your next trip to England.
Tours in Southwest England
Featuring some of the most dramatic coastal areas in the entire country, tours in Southwest England are a life changing experience if you enjoy spending time by the edge of the sea. From the iconic fishing villages of Cornwall to the Jurassic Coast of Devon and Dorset, you might not want to leave after spending time on these tours of Southwest England!
Tours in Southeast England
Home to the various counties surrounding London, Southeast England is understandably a popular place for visitors looking to get out of the city. Whether you are looking to simply get out into the countryside or want to head to the coast for some incredible views of the sea, there are plenty of things to do on tours in Southeast England.
Tours in the Lake District
Travelling through some of the most rugged and beautiful scenic landscapes in all of the British Isles, tours in the Lake District are a truly incredible experience. Glacial lakes, dramatic fell mountains, peaceful valleys, and bustling market towns characterize the terrain here – what are you waiting for?!
Tours in the Cotswolds
Tours in the Cotswolds are the perfect adventure if you want to experience some of the most picturesque landscapes and charming villages in the world. From quaint stone cottages to rolling green hills, you might need to stop and pick your jaw up off the floor while out on these amazing tours in the Cotswolds.
Frequently Asked Questions About England
What is the best way to tour England?
Taking the train around England is a great way to efficiently see much of the country; however, if you want to fully experience all that the country has to offer, a road trip is the best way to tour England.
How many days should I spend in England?
While 4-5 days will allow you to see plenty of must-visit sights, an extended visit of 2 weeks or more will allow you to better experience all that England has to offer.
What is the prettiest town in England?
With its charming stone cottages, narrow lanes, and vibrant greenery, Castle Combe in the Cotswolds is often referred to as the prettiest town in England.
what is the number one tourist attraction in England?
In terms of overall tourist numbers, the number one tourist attraction is the Tower of London, which was built in 1078 and hosts nearly 3 million visitors per year.
What is the prettiest county in England?
While there are a number of picturesque counties in the United Kingdom, Cornwall is often cited as the prettiest county in England.
England Tour Highlights
The Cotswolds
Home to some of the prettiest landscapes in the whole of England, the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is the perfect destination for a relaxing holiday filled with plenty of opportunities for exploring the outdoors. The region has a rich history that dates back beyond the medieval period and is home to picturesque waterways and market towns like Stow-on-the-Wold. From walking through the rolling green hills of the English countryside to meandering along narrow village streets that are lined with charming stone cottages, you won’t have a single moment of boredom while out on a tour of the Cotswolds.
Peak District National Park
Situated within the counties of Derbyshire, Staffordshire, and Cheshire in the heart of England, Peak District National Park is home to some of the most picturesque landscapes in the entire country. Characterized by rolling hills, serene valleys, and windswept moorlands, the Peak District is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all varieties. Whether you want to walk and cycle through its rugged terrain or spend time visiting the many historical sites in the region, such as Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall, there are plenty of adventures to undertake in Peak District National Park.
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James Herriot Way Walking Tour
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This beautiful 80 km / 50-mile circular walk in the Yorkshire Dales threads its way around the valleys of Wensleydale and Swaledale and over the mountains and moorlands between these two emerald dales. A walk designed to take in some of the countryside beloved by James Alfred Wight, the vet who wrote about his experiences in the Yorkshire Dales as James Herriot. These books became popular in the 1970s and 80s and spawned a film and a very popular television series ‘All Creatures Great and Small’.
Isle of Wight Cycling Tour
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This is a lovely short break for cyclists who want an attractive sightseeing tour, with a mixture of town and country. Almost half the island has been designated as an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Distances are fairly short giving you time to stop and explore. The route is undulating and there are a few hills but nothing particularly difficult.
Lake District Walking Tour
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This is a journey of discovery through the magical landscape of the English Lake District. We start in Windermere and end with a boat ride into Keswick. In between you will have visited the delightful places of Hawkshead, Coniston and the valleys of Dunnerdale, Eskdale, Wasdale and Borrowdale. From Keswick, the preferred choice is to hop on one of the regular buses, probably a double-decker, for the return to Windermere through the central Lake District.
Hadrian’s Wall Self-Guided
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The Hadrian’s Wall Path is an 84 mile (135 km) long National Trail stretching coast to coast across northern England, from Wallsend, Newcastle upon Tyne in the east to Bowness-on-Solway in Cumbria on the west coast.
5-Day Cotswold Villages Walking Tour
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Have the quintessential English countryside experience on this self-guided walking tour of the Cotswold villages! Each day you’ll take a lovely walk through the bucolic villages whose honey-coloured stone walls transport you back in time.
Offa’s Dyke Path South Trail
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The 8th Century ruthless King of Mercia, called Offa, built a huge earthwork to define his territory. It generally followed the high ground with commanding views into the mountains and down into the valleys. Today, the remaining 80 miles of embankment forms the basis of a famous walk: Offa’s Dyke Path. Our walk follows the southern half of this trail from Chepstow to Knighton (±145 km).
Cotswold Villages Walking Tour
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Explore classic country village life in England as the Cotswold Villages walking tour takes you through some of the best-known villages in the Cotswolds, plus a few that are off the beaten path.
Hadrian’s Wall & the Lake District
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Explore the best of Northern England on this self-guided walking tour that combines the Lake District and part of Hadrian’s Wall Path.
Cotswold Way South Section
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Explore the south section of the Cotswold Way as it stretches from Painswick to Bath, taking you along picturesque country lanes, over rolling hills of grassland, and through the idyllic towns and villages that form the very heart of the Cotswolds.
Lizard Peninsula Walking Tour
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Explore the beautiful and intoxicating coastal scenery of Cornwall on this Lizard Peninsula self-guided walking tour. You’ll be awe-struck by the rugged and dramatic landscape, full of rocky cliffs, crashing waves and salty sea breezes.
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Cotswold Way North Section
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Discover the Cotswolds on foot on this 7-day self-guided walking tour along the Cotswold Way National Trail. This tour covers the northern section of the trail from Chipping Campden to Painswick, following the Cotswold escarpment to ensure fantastic views all along the way.
Self-guided Cycling in Cotswolds
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This holiday is intended to appeal to those who want a gentle introduction to cycling in the English countryside, as the Cotswold’s are hilly rather than mountainous. A week of marvelous rides will take you through one of the most beautiful and historic parts of England. Honey coloured stone villages, open wolds, wooded valleys, and Roman roads are the background to pretty villages, “wool” churches, famous gardens, a Roman villa, and welcoming inns.
Yorkshire Dales Cycleway Tour
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The iconic Yorkshire Dales National Park has extraordinary natural beauty derived from the Iceland rain sculptured limestone. It has over thousands of years been fashioned into a range of shallow and deep ‘Dales’, gorges, rocky pavements, waterfalls and gushing rivers, caves and woodland glades. Human interaction with the landscape has moulded the geology to create farms and fields lined with miles of dry‑stone walls, the ribbed ruins of abbeys, medieval castles, pastures glowing with multi‑shades of green, sitting below wilder lands of heather and sedge, home of red grouse and deer. The Yorkshire Dales Cycleway follows a circuit of normally quiet lanes that are ideal for cycling.
Hadrian’s Wall Walking Tour
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One of the best walks in the UK is the Hadrian’s Wall Path. This self-guided walking tour allows you to explore beautiful Northern England, while enjoying the history and beauty of the English Countryside.
Coast to Coast Path from St Bees to Kirkby
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Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Walk is by far the most popular long-distance trail in Britain, and one of the world’s great walks.
Cycling in Cornwall Tour
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Cornwall is very much a holiday county with beaches, famous Cornish pasties, pirates, shipwrecks and the roaring sea. A cycling tour in Cornwall is a spectacular way to explore this part of England at the perfect pace, and this bike tour is so much more. Expect a journey through a varying landscape of inland heaths and downs, rolling hills and tumbling coastlines.
South West Coast Path: Jurassic Coast
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This self-guided walking tour follows the South West Coast Path on The Jurassic Coast, an exceptionally beautiful section of the English coastline, significant enough to be designated as a World Heritage Site.
South West Coast Path: South Devon Coast
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This self-guided walk on the Devon Coast is spectacular. The ruggedly beautiful coastline is marked by cliffs and natural rock formations, and the South West Coast Path traces this wild and natural area, calling out to walkers ready for adventures.
Walking England’s Jurassic Coast
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This 5-day self-guided walking holiday explores the Jurassic Coast section of the South West Coast Path. During your tour, you’ll hike from village to village while you explore the coastline of this World Heritage Site. Expect staggering seaside cliffs, expansive beach, and otherwordly rock formations!
Complete Cotswold Way in 9 days
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Walk the entire Cotswold Way National Trail on this 9-day self-guided walking tour. You’ll walk just over 100 miles, and following the Cotswold Way allows you to explore this beautiful region on foot, passing through local villages and guiding you to a wide variety of historical sites and scenic overlooks.
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