What to do and see in United Kingdom, United Kingdom: The Best Bus Tours

March 1, 2022 Franklyn Hardiman

Discover a country filled with epic landscapes, fairy-tales castles and vibrant modern cities bursting with unforgettable experiences to share. Whether it’s gazing at the London skyline from the top of iconic St Paul’s and sipping the finest single malt whisky in a pub in the Scottish Highlands, or tracing footsteps of Banksy in Bristol, discovering musical legends in Liverpool and exploring the history of Cardiff Castle in the stunning heart of Wales, there’s a Britain that’s perfect for you.
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1. Hogwarts Express and the Scenic Highlands Day Tour from Inverness

Inverness Bus Station, Margaret St, Inverness IV1 1LT, UK Highland Explorer Tours
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Enjoy a full-day of stunning scenery and fresh Highland air, as we travel all the way around Loch Ness and along the idyllic West Coast. Our journey reveals ancient ruins, a poignant war memorial, beautiful beaches and a hidden waterfall – with untamed mountains never far from sight. Not only will you watch the Jacobite Steam Train as it crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct, you will later hop aboard and experience it for yourself. Made famous by the Harry Potter films, and voted one of the world’s most scenic railways, this is a trip you’ll never forget!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Jacobite Steam Train, Expert local guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Restroom on board, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Gratuities

Reviewed By 180rebecar

Despite Covid-19 this tour company makes us feel very safe, they had sanitisers and a considerable social distancing inside the tour bus. Was the best way to see the highlands and their incredible landscape, our tour guide Caitlin was incredible, knowledgeable, full of energy, kind, and happy, if you take this tour make sure you ask for her as she did this experience much more memorable. The visit to Loch Ness was fantastic we had the boat trip there also a must to do!

2. Full Day Tour

Somerled Square, Portree IV51 9BS, UK Skye Minibus Tours
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The tour would depart Portree Square at 09:15 hrs and return around 18:00 hrs.The tour will depart Portree and head north in an anti-clock wise direction where we first will stop for a photograph of the Old Man of Storr. From there we will head for The Kilt Rock. Our next stop will be the Quiraing where the views are exceptional. The next area we go to is the enchanting Fairy Glen where you can go and make a wish in the Fairy Circle. From here we are going to head in a westerly direction towards Dunvegan. Anyone who wants to visit the castle will be dropped off here and the remainder will carry on to Neist Point. On our return from Neist Point we will pick up at Dunvegan Castle and proceed towards Fairy Pools at Glenbrittle, after which we will return to Portree.

Inclusions: Maps of the area are handed out to passangers

Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance fees to attractions

Reviewed By lesleycJ3191DB

I went on The full day tour as part of my solo trip to Skye , and it was amazing. I was given a very warm welcome by out tour guide Robert. The bus was immaculately clean , and there was hand sanitiser avaliable to use when evrer you got on the bus . There was only myself and 2 others on the tour which made it feel more like a private tour of the Island . Robert was very informative telling us the history of Skye as we went along . We visited the fairy pool first which was quite a long walk , but we were given plenty of time to explore . We then visited a broch, neist point , Dunvegan Castle , fairly glen , Quiraing, Kilt rock and finally we stopped to get a picture of the old man of storr . At each place we were given plenty of time to have a look around and take plenty of pictures . The weather was very changeable on the day however this did not retract from how beautiful The Isle of Skye is . Anyone who wants to properly experience Skye I would recommend booking the full day tour it was brilliant !

3. Full-Day Loch Ness Glencoe and the Highlands Tour from Glasgow

Buchanan Bus Station, Killermont St, Glasgow G2 3NW, UK Discover Scotland Tours
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Visit Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands on this one day tour from Glasgow. Departing Glasgow you'll have the opportunity to enjoy morning refreshments and take some great photos at Loch Lomond. Your tour will then continue through the desolate Rannoch Moor, one of the last remaining wildernesses in Europe. We will stop for photographs in Glencoe which has very dramatic scenery and a dark past. Travelling through Fort William with Ben Nevis looming overhead, you will follow the Great Glen Canal on it’s journey to Fort Augustus at the southern top of Loch Ness. You’ll have time to enjoy some lunch here and explore the town.You can then choose to purchase tickets for a 1 hour monster spotting cruise on the loch, you may even see Nessie!. We'll travel through Inverness and the Cairngorms National Park before reaching our final refreshment stop in the Victorian town of Pitlochry. After some time there we continue back to Glasgow.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Services of your Driver-Guide

Exclusions: Meals and Refreshments, Loch Ness 1 Hour Cruise. Can be purchased on the day: Adult £16.00 Concession £16.00, Child £10.00.

Reviewed By CannonisGod

Another Quality day trip completed (10th May 2021) Jeff was excellent with his knowledge and is very caring and makes the whole trip come together. Will definitely be back again.

4. The Ultimate Beatles Tour Experience in Liverpool

Travel And Tourism
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PLEASE CONTACT THE BEATS TOURS LTD BEFORE YOU BOOK-THIS IS BECAUSE OF COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS. Welcome to The Beats Tour, discovering the world of the Beatles and the city of Liverpool. Ride in a replica of John Lennon’s Rolls Royce Phantom. Step out and explore designated points along the route and take a closer look.

Inclusions: We now offer all our customers who book our 9am & 12 noon tour (Except Mondays a chance to have a reservation for a drink & or a sandwich at the new Strawberry Field Cafe.

Exclusions: WE ONLY ALLOW FAMILY OR FRIEND GROUPS ON EACH SLOT DUE TO COVID-19!

Reviewed By mummyuk2017

This is a great idea, and a great experience for any Beatles fan, Visitor to city , Wedding or special occasion.

5. Game of Thrones Tour From Dublin

59 O'Connell Street Upper, North City, Dublin, Ireland Wild Rover Tours
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Witness first hand the stunning scenery featured as the backdrop in the world-famous HBO series on a Game of Thrones tour from Dublin. Journey with us through the rugged landscape of the north for an unforgettable day visiting some of Northern Ireland’s main Game of Thrones filming locations. You’ll even have the chance to bring your dream of being a part of the series to life by dressing up as your favourite character! Visit locations where some of the most iconic blood-curdling Game of Thrones scenes were filmed! Savour the seaside town of Carnlough... or maybe better known as the dramatic city of Braavos! Along the Causeway Coastal Route, stop at the Cushedun Caves, where you could swear you saw ships sailing from Westeros on the horizon... With our lunch stop at the Fullerton Arms, claim your place at a very realistic Iron Throne! A photo stop at the House of Greyjoy (otherwise known as the Dunluce Castle)

Inclusions: Costumes, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Traveler-Compass-146

The views on this tour were the best I’ve seen in the area. Thank you for creating this wonderful experience for all to enjoy.

6. Official World Famous Belfast Taxi Tour

Giants Causeway Tours
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Get a local’s insight into the Troubles that divided Belfast and how they shaped the city and its street art on this intimate street art tour. See colourful murals created by both Republican/Nationalist and Loyalist/Unionist communities, including the celebrated Peace Wall, as you travel around Belfast with ease in your very own Private Transportation! You will visit the areas that where deeply scarred during the conflict as well as learning over 800 years of history. Your guide will provide visual aids to help you imagine how life was like during the Troubles and your tour will visit the politically charged murals from both sides of the divide as well as stopping at the memorial gardens to the dead, stops include a visit to the peace lines and peace walls , you will get to write your name on the largest Peace Wall in Western Europe and leave a message! We Also Provide Umbrellas for when it's raining! Several start times are available so this Private tour will slot into most schedules.

Inclusions: See the Bobby Sands, Falls Road, and Shankill political murals up close, Learn more about the city’s former conflict from your guide, Gain intimate insight into Belfast’s history and culture from your guide, Let your driver handle navigation, leaving you free to admire the city, Benefit from the personalized service and itinerary of a private tour, Optimize your time with hassle-free round-trip transfer from your hotel, Free Pick Up Central Belfast , Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, See the Peace Walls and Peace Gates Up Close, Write your name on the Peace Wall

Exclusions: Tip for your Guide, Extra Pickup Charges Apply Outside Belfast Central, Upgrade to Top of The Range Luxury Mercedes Benz V-Class for £10(Where Available)

Reviewed By LetsG0today

If you're in Northern Ireland you MUST go to Giants Causeway. This is an Iconic landmark and a must see. However if you go, make sure to take the bus back up the hill, it's a long walk.

7. Skye In A Day From Portree Visiting The Most Scenic Spots

Somerled Square, Portree IV51 9BS, UK Skye Scenic Tours
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4.9 based on 16 reviews

We are the longest running independent tour company offering full day group tours of Skye and 2021 is our 10th year of showing visitors this beautiful Isle. Our driver guides are either born and bred on Skye or have a strong family connection so you will be sure to have a real experience when touring with us.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Please bring a packed lunch with you onto the tour as there is no lunch stop

Reviewed By CydDesMoines_Iowa

We had two wonderful days off touring the Isle of Skye with Donald. He tailored the two days to our wishes and was flexible around the weather. It was so relaxing to have him drive and he's a wealth of historical and cultural knowledge. Highly recommend.

8. The Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness

Bus Station, Farraline Park, Inverness, Inverness IV1 1LT, UK Timberbush Tours
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Leave the city for the day and explore the beautiful Isle of Skye. Visit Eilean Donan Castle; one of Scotland's most photographed castles and cross the bridge to the scenic Isle of Skye. Visit Portree, it's village-capital and marvel in the beautiful scenic nature all in one day.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide

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Reviewed By Beardless92

Truly a one of a lifetime experience! Marita is a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide! I should also add she is a great driver, cause those Highland roads can get a bit narrow ???? The experience is very immersive, and just listening to Conquest of Paradise while driving through the Highlands is EPIC! Hope you get lucky with the weather as we did, cause all the main photo stops, the sky was clear and lighting was just perfect! ???? The views are stunning, the castles bring their own stories and mysteries and the Isle of Skye is truly another world in itself! I would like to thank the whole Timberbush Team for this ride! I can only wholeheartedly recommend to anyone!! ????????????????????????????❤️

9. Steam Trains, Whitby, and the North York Moors Full-Day Tour from York

York YO1 7EF, UK Grand Yorkshire
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Explore the stunning North York Moors by road and steam train on this wonderful small-group day trip from York. You'll follow the back roads and farm lanes through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside and the North York Moors National Park, enjoying photo stops and chance to walk among the nature in the Moors. You'll visit the fabulous seaside town of Whitby, famous for its association with Captain James Cook and featured in Bram Stoker's Dracula, before boarding a steam train for a journey across the majestic North York Moors. You'll see the best of the Moors, spend time by the seaside and visit the charming railway station made famous as 'Hogsmeade Station' in the Harry Potter films.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Transport by climate-controlled minivan, Pickup from a centrally located meeting point

Exclusions: Entrance fees to optional attractions in Whitby and Helmsley, Ticket for the steam train journey - your guide will organise tickets for the steam train and take payment (£10 - £12) during the tour, Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By maggieo635

Spent about six hours walking around the ruins and then Studley park. Stunning place in a gorgeous setting along the river. The abbey itself has numerous ruins to see but also some high buildings and fabulous intact cloisters, some of the best I've ever seen. The scenery takes it's own pride of place and of course the history makes for a rewarding day out, go and enjoy.

10. Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York

Duncombe Place, Duncombe Pl, York YO1, UK BOBH – Day Tours of Yorkshire
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This small-group Guided Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy more than two hours in the seaside town of Whitby and take a Steam Train ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway! You will also experience the traditional English moorland villages of Hutton-le-Hole and Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location) and travel back to York through the Howardian Hills, passing by Castle Howard. In Whitby, you will be able to see Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula books), visit the Captain Cook Attractions, shop for some Whitby Jet or Gothic Fashion, sample Fish & Chips from the famous Magpie Café or just enjoy the bustling port and waterfront – the choice is yours! Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group mini-coach​ tour, limited to 16 people.

Inclusions: Relaxed and friendly small-group tour, Comfortable 16-Seat Mini-coaches with Air-con & WIFI, Driver/guide, who provides live commentary, Regular photo, refreshment, and restroom stops, Pick up and drop off at centrally located meeting point near York Minster

Exclusions: Entrance fees to optional attractions, including Yorkshire Steam Railway option , Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By emmablackwell00

The tour was a thoroughly enjoyable day seeing beautiful countryside. Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable. Just the right amount of time at each stop. I would definitely recommend this tour.

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