Introducing Active England Tours, the ultimate British adventure and luxury tour operator, now expanding its presence to U.S.-based travelers.
Offering guided and self-guided walking, cycling, and swimming adventures across England, Scotland, and Wales, Active England delivers expertly curated experiences to uncover iconic destinations and hidden gems alike.
What Sets Active England Apart:
- Extraordinary Local Guides: Born and raised in the regions they operate, Active England’s guides bring unmatched local wisdom and a knack for uncovering the unexpected, ensuring extraordinary adventures.
- Unlocking Hidden Treasures: With unmatched knowledge of England’s most iconic locations and best-kept secrets, Active England crafts off-the-beaten-path routes that celebrate the country’s culture, history, and natural beauty.
- Personalized Adventures: Choose from walking, cycling, e-biking, or multi-activity trips tailored to travelers’ interests, blending activity and relaxation.
- No one Knows the Cotswolds like Active England: With unparalleled local expertise and close ties to the community, Active England uncovers hidden gems like the Slaughters and Stow-on-the-Wold, offering guests an authentic, crowd-free experience through the heart of the Cotswolds.
- Authentically British: Active England works exclusively with British suppliers, sourcing locally to deliver not only sustainability but a true taste of the UK’s culture and heritage.
- Keeping England Green: Sustainable Tourism is at the core of Active England. Through a partnership with carbon consultancy ecollective, they measure the carbon impact of every trip, prioritize eco-friendly practices, support local communities to preserve the landscapes and heritage that make the UK so special and work closely with suppliers to make changes that have a positive impact on the planet.
New Launches for 2025
- Where to Travel in 2025: Explore Jane Austen’s England with New 250th Anniversary Walking Tour
Active England is commemorating Jane Austen’s legacy with a new literary walking tour celebrating the 250th anniversary of her birth. Travelers can explore the elegant Georgian streets of Bath and the English countryside that inspired Austen’s work, offering a unique cultural immersion. Learn more here.
- New 2025 Itineraries
Active England’s latest adventures include:
- Bike Hadrian’s Wall & Northumberland: A coast-to-coast cycling adventure through Northern England’s rugged landscapes, including the famous Hadrian’s Wall, local pubs, and historic Roman ruins.
- Bike/Walk Cotswold & Oxford: A dreamy exploration through the quintessential English countryside, honey-colored villages and one of the world’s oldest universities.
- A Travel Perk with a British Twist
To simplify travel, Active England now covers the cost and coordination of the UK’s new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) fee for US travelers. And in true British fashion, they’re giving guests the option to enjoy a complimentary cream tea (scones, jam, clotted cream, and tea) or a pint of beer to match the ETA’s value. A sweet (or hoppy) deal for American visitors!
- Guided Tours Are IN
Guided tours are experiencing a resurgence, with 70% of travelers wanting to book guided tours, according to a survey from Berlin-based GetYourGuide. With Active England, travelers skip the stress of planning and are led by passionate local guides who bring the UK’s history, culture, and landscapes to life.
