No Fly Holidays

Rather avoid planes? From timeless, romantic rail journeys to a range of local escapes, experience a stress-free, no fly holiday.

With fantastic rail connections to continental Europe, and a number of UK short break offerings right on our doorstep, there has never been a better time to enjoy a no fly holiday. Whether you have a bit of a phobia of flying - or perhaps airport security stresses you out! - we offer a number of escapes that will allow you to still spread your wings, so to speak.

Within the UK, you can groove along with John, Paul, George and Ringo on a musical tour of Liverpool, explore the stunning castles and soaring mountain ranges of North Wales, or head further north to see the miles of green that a Scottish rail journey will allow. And if you fancy travelling a few hours to Europe, you can leap across the channel (well, under) to catch André Rieu performing in his homeland of the Netherlands. The best part is that those who are carbon conscious can enjoy a more sustainable mode of travel. Additionally, travelling without flying means you can move at a more laidback pace, and the scenic journey can become a new element of your holiday.

Scottish Highland Railways

4.14 (2628 reviews)
Scotland, United Kingdom, British Isles

3 excursions included
8 meals included
Rail travel from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh - a truly spectacular ride through the remote northern Highlands and alongside Loch Carron
Journey on the steam-hauled Strathspey Railway through unspoilt Highland scenery and alongside the River Spey
Cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct, as seen in the Harry Potter films, on a train ride from Fort William to Mallaig

Classic Scotland

4.14 (2628 reviews)
Scotland, United Kingdom, British Isles

8 excursions included
7 meals included
Experience the Royal Family’s Scottish holiday home, Balmoral Castle and Crathie Kirk, their regular place of worship
Stroll around the beautiful Victorian village of Ballater, located near Cairngorms National Park
Travel on the heritage Strathspey Railway to the resort town of Aviemore, a reminder of the golden days of steam

The Royal Caledonian

4.14 (2628 reviews)
Scotland, United Kingdom, British Isles

14 excursions included
9 meals included
Journey on the Caledonian Sleeper Train from London to the heart of the Scottish Highlands
Explore the small market town of Nairn, with its unspoilt beaches
Visit Inverness, a cultural capital, and the moving Culloden Battlefield