Top United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions

Q: Which United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour Cotswolds Small Group Tour from London Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrian's Wall Small Group Tour from Edinburgh Loch Ness, Outlander & Urquhart Castle from Inverness Small-Group Cotswolds Tour (From London) View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions include Hotel Pickup: The Hidden Cotswolds: Small Group (max 8 guests) from Bath The Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great & Small Luxury Tour of Giants Causeway from Belfast Glasgow; The Highlands & Loch Lomond Hour Private Tour Private Tour of Highlands, Oban, Glencoe, Lochs & Castles from Glasgow View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more United Kingdom trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked United Kingdom Tours. Top 10 United Kingdom 2026 Senior-friendly tours United Kingdom The best tours and activities for culture lovers in United Kingdom Top Day Trips from United Kingdom Things to do in United Kingdom this summer View all United Kingdom Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in United Kingdom?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in United Kingdom are: United Kingdom Luxury & Special Occasions United Kingdom Luxury Tours United Kingdom Cultural & Theme Tours United Kingdom Historical & Heritage Tours United Kingdom Tours & Sightseeing View all tour styles in United Kingdom →

St Andrews & Old Course Private Day Tour from Glasgow

St Andrews and the famous Old Course is the home of Golf and a must visit when in Scotland. Your Sightseeing Tour starts from Glasgow …More

Glasgow, Scotland

5.0 (4)

St Andrews & Old Course Private Day Tour from Glasgow

St Andrews and the famous Old Course is the home of Golf and a must visit when in Scotland. Your Sightseeing Tour starts from Glasgow...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$314

A fabulous round trip from Inverness, taking in some spectacular scenery and a variety of stops along the way. …More

Inverness, Scotland

5.0 (2)

North Highlands from Inverness

A fabulous round trip from Inverness, taking in some spectacular scenery and a variety of stops along the way....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$959

This tour is a beautiful tour day, full of beauty and natural wonder, out but is rough guide to your days travel, as customers may …More

Windermere, England

5.0 (3)

Stunning Lake District 6 Hour Tours!

This tour is a beautiful tour day, full of beauty and natural wonder, out but is rough guide to your days travel, as customers may...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (3)

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$987

Independent Layover Tour to Windsor from London Gatwick or Heathrow Airport

Pass time between flights and visit the Royal town of Windsor on an independent layover tour from any of the listed airports. The tour operates …More

Horley, England

4.0 (3)

Independent Layover Tour to Windsor from London Gatwick or Heathrow Airport

Pass time between flights and visit the Royal town of Windsor on an independent layover tour from any of the listed airports. The tour operates...

6 hours

4.0 (3)

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$136

This is a truly unique experience of a distillery and look at Scottish history. We’ll take you from your hotel or cruise ship with comfortable …More

Glasgow, Scotland

5.0 (2)

Scotch Whisky Tour

This is a truly unique experience of a distillery and look at Scottish history. We’ll take you from your hotel or cruise ship with comfortable...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$958

This is a truly unique tour experience visiting Stirling Castle and whisky distillery then move into a small traditional village. …More

Glasgow, Scotland

5.0 (2)

Whisky Tour & Stirling Castle

This is a truly unique tour experience visiting Stirling Castle and whisky distillery then move into a small traditional village....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$953

Private Day Trip Outlander Filming Locations from Edinburgh

Whether you're a highlander or a sassenach, this tour has something for every fan of the show and books. Your guide cannot wait to show …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

5.0 (2)

Private Day Trip Outlander Filming Locations from Edinburgh

Whether you're a highlander or a sassenach, this tour has something for every fan of the show and books. Your guide cannot wait to show...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$1,219

Inverary Castle, Historic Sights and Scenic Beauty from Oban

Explore the rich history and stunning beauty of the Scottish Highlands with our expert guide. From grand castles to unique churches, discover the unique blend …More

Oban, Scotland

5.0 (1)

Inverary Castle, Historic Sights and Scenic Beauty from Oban

Explore the rich history and stunning beauty of the Scottish Highlands with our expert guide. From grand castles to unique churches, discover the unique blend...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$1,234

From Bournemouth or Poole - JURASSIC COAST ADVENTURE

Join us on this well-rounded journey through some of the Jurassic Coast’s most iconic sights, combining history, scenery and local character in one memorable day. …More

Poole, England

4.7 (3)

From Bournemouth or Poole - JURASSIC COAST ADVENTURE

Join us on this well-rounded journey through some of the Jurassic Coast’s most iconic sights, combining history, scenery and local character in one memorable day....

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (3)

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$122

9hr Game of Thrones - Giants Causeway Luxury Tour From Belfast

Welcome to Game of Thrones & Blood moon Tour Season 1-8 with over 25 locations.The epic HBO series is filmed in stunningly beautiful places, most of …More

Belfast, Northern Ireland

5.0 (3)

9hr Game of Thrones - Giants Causeway Luxury Tour From Belfast

Welcome to Game of Thrones & Blood moon Tour Season 1-8 with over 25 locations.The epic HBO series is filmed in stunningly beautiful places, most of...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (3)

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$1,027

Kid-Friendly Hampton Court Palace Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide

Join this half day Private kid-frienly tour to Hampton Court Palace and explore the rooms where Henry VIII's marriages changed the course of history. Discover …More

London, England

5.0 (1)

Kid-Friendly Hampton Court Palace Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide

Join this half day Private kid-frienly tour to Hampton Court Palace and explore the rooms where Henry VIII's marriages changed the course of history. Discover...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$135

Balmoral Castle & Royal Lochnagar Distillery From Inverness Before stopping at the castle we will stop at the crathie kirk church for 30 mins …More

Inverness, Scotland

5.0 (2)

Balmoral Castle Tour From Inverness

Balmoral Castle & Royal Lochnagar Distillery From Inverness Before stopping at the castle we will stop at the crathie kirk church for 30 mins...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$376

London to Bath: Private Sightseeing Trip & Photoshoot by Train

Escape London for a day to the stunning city of Bath with a professional photographer as your private guide. Famous for its golden stone buildings …More

London, England

5.0 (1)

London to Bath: Private Sightseeing Trip & Photoshoot by Train

Escape London for a day to the stunning city of Bath with a professional photographer as your private guide. Famous for its golden stone buildings...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$548

Private Scottish Borders, Lindisfarne Priory & Flodden Field Tour

A private tour for you and your party, following in the footsteps of Vikings, Martyrs & the armies of King Henry VIII. A full day …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

5.0 (1)

Private Scottish Borders, Lindisfarne Priory & Flodden Field Tour

A private tour for you and your party, following in the footsteps of Vikings, Martyrs & the armies of King Henry VIII. A full day...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$1,222

This is a full day, eight hour tour covering beautiful lakes, gorgeous views & stunning waterfalls! You will travel in comfort & style in one …More

Windermere, England

5.0 (4)

Stunning Lake District 8 Hour Tour!

This is a full day, eight hour tour covering beautiful lakes, gorgeous views & stunning waterfalls! You will travel in comfort & style in one...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (4)

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$1,316

Game of Thrones scene location inc Giants causeway from Belfast

Family package with up to 8 seat vehicles available. Giants causeway is the number 1 tour attraction in Northern Ireland. The day trip includes other …More

Belfast, Northern Ireland

5.0 (3)

Game of Thrones scene location inc Giants causeway from Belfast

Family package with up to 8 seat vehicles available. Giants causeway is the number 1 tour attraction in Northern Ireland. The day trip includes other...

1 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (3)

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$822

The MUST SEE locations in Northern Ireland! There is ample opportunity to stop for photos along this picturesque route. Which is drenched in myth and …More

Belfast, Northern Ireland

5.0 (2)

Full Day Private Giant's Causeway Tour

The MUST SEE locations in Northern Ireland! There is ample opportunity to stop for photos along this picturesque route. Which is drenched in myth and...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$891

Private Giants Causeway Tour For Up to 15 People

Spend a memorable day visiting what is undoubtedly Northern Ireland's most infamous attraction. Travel by coach on a journey you will remember for a lifetime, …More

Belfast, Northern Ireland

4.6 (5)

Private Giants Causeway Tour For Up to 15 People

Spend a memorable day visiting what is undoubtedly Northern Ireland's most infamous attraction. Travel by coach on a journey you will remember for a lifetime,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (5)

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$788

Private Executive Class Strangford Lough Scenic Drive

Escape from the hustle and bustle of tourist traps with our Strangford Lough scenic tour. Showing off some of the most beautiful sights in Northern …More

Belfast, Northern Ireland

5.0 (2)

Private Executive Class Strangford Lough Scenic Drive

Escape from the hustle and bustle of tourist traps with our Strangford Lough scenic tour. Showing off some of the most beautiful sights in Northern...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$883

London Private Layover Tour from London Heathrow Airport

Welcome to the busiest city in the world! There is always a getaway from the routine, so we are here to take you out of …More

London, England

5.0 (2)

London Private Layover Tour from London Heathrow Airport

Welcome to the busiest city in the world! There is always a getaway from the routine, so we are here to take you out of...

4 to 8 hours

5.0 (2)

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$1,576

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions are:

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Which United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which United Kingdom Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more United Kingdom trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in United Kingdom?