Four unique countries, four bewitching cultures with tens of thousands of years of history between them, the United Kingdom is diverse and packed with adventures. From the sandy beaches in Cornwall to the enchanting landscapes in the Scottish Highlands to the rugged mountains in Snowdonia National Park, there is really something for everyone. Walk beautiful lochs in the Cairngorms, cycle through the charming villages in the Lake District or explore the enchanting Giant's Causeway. Experience the best the UK has to offer with our UK tours and holidays.
Departing | Trip name | Days | From NZD | |
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6 Jul 2022Walk the Jurassic Coast |
Weymouth to Swanage |
5 |
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6 Jul 2022Walk the Cornish Coast |
Newquay to Newquay |
4 |
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10 Jul 2022Walk Hadrian’s Wall Highlights |
Walk Hadrian’s Wall Highlights Carlisle to East Wallhouses |
7 |
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Discover a region of Viking and Neolithic history, plus the best of Scotland’s whisky...
Travel for eight days to visit Dublin, Killarney and Belfast touring Ireland’s natural...
Begin in Glasgow, explore the picturesque Isle of Skye, travel to the famous Loch Ness,...
Explore the Lake District on two legs and conquer Scafell Pike, England’s highest peak,...
Explore Snowdonia on two legs and conquer Mount Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales,...
Take two or more on an exclusive trip and tailor your itinerary
Explore the clifftop scenery and sandy beaches of Cornwall on this four-day Intrepid...
Spend seven days exploring the Roman remains, ruins and castles along Hadrian’s Wall in...
Explore thatched cottages, historic churches, stately mansions and vibrant market towns...
Discover the wonders of the Peak District on a 5-day walking adventure from Castleton,...
Spot local wildlife and explore the islands and history of the Shetland Islands on an...
Explore Scotland on two legs and conquer Ben Nevis, the United Kingdom’s highest peak,...
Take a 5-day walking trip through the Scottish Highlands in summer and enjoy all the...
Spend six days gallivanting through Scotland with Intrepid. From Inverness, paddle the...
Embark on an active adventure along the River Wye where you’ll hike, bike and kayak...
Take five days to explore the wonders of UK’s Jurassic Coast with Intrepid. Walk to...
Discover Wales’s mountainous Snowdonia region on a five-day Intrepid adventure. Base...
Take on sections of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path in Wales with Intrepid. From Tenby,...
Embark on an Arctic expedition to Scotland, Denmark and Spitsbergen.
Everyone travelling on an Intrepid trip must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of carriage.
All travellers are required to produce:
In all cases, you must be fully inoculated. This means you must receive the full dosage of the COVID-19 vaccine and allow enough time for immunity to take effect. Each COVID-19 vaccine has different dosages and timeframes for inoculation, so please check the relevant medical advice associated with your vaccine.
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UNITED KINGDOM
Australia: No - Not required
Belgium: No - Not required
Canada: No - Not required
Germany: No - Not required
Ireland: No - Not required
Netherlands: No - Not required
New Zealand: No - Not required
South Africa: Yes - in advance
Switzerland: No - Not required
UK: No - Not required
USA: No - Not required
Tipping isn’t expected but a tip for good service is always appreciated. Rounding up a taxi fare is commonplace.
Internet access is good in the UK, with internet cafes and Wi-Fi hotspots easily found in most cities and major towns.
Mobile phone coverage is generally very good in most parts of the UK, except perhaps in remote areas. Ensure global roaming is activated before you arrive.
Modern, flushable toilets are the standard in the UK.
Pint of beer = £4
Simple cafe lunch = £10
Nice meal in a restaurant = £30
Tap water is considered safe to drink unless otherwise marked.
Major credit cards are widely accepted by stores and hotels in the UK. Smaller cafes and shops may not accept credit cards, so ensure you carry enough cash to cover small purchases.
ATMs are very common in the UK, so finding one won't be a problem in most towns and cities.
Absolutely. All passengers travelling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
For more information on insurance, please go to: Travel Insurance
Please note some of the above public holidays don’t have dates as they change every year. For a current list of public holidays in the United Kingdom go to World Travel Guides.
Intrepid is committed to travelling in a way that is respectful of local people, their culture, local economies and the environment. It's important to remember that what may be acceptable behaviour, dress and language in your own country, may not be appropriate in another. Please keep this in mind while travelling.
In United Kingdom, we stay in locally run accommodation including guesthouses, smaller-scale hotels and homestays in an effort to support the local economies. We also visit locally-run restaurants and markets where travellers will have opportunities to support local businesses and purchase handicrafts created by local artisans.