Award-winning Escorted Tours
Enjoy stress-free travelling on one of our guided and escorted tour holidays, where everything will be taken care of and organised for you. Sit back, relax and enjoy a holiday that has been expertly planned by people who really know your destination.
Whether you choose the easy-going warmth of the Mediterranean or the beguiling beauty of Cambodia and Vietnam, or find yourself in a beach resort or bustling city, ancient temple or ultra-modern shopping mall, our selection of escorted and guided tours have something to suit you. Discover some of the globe’s most exciting, most colourful and most enthralling places in the company of like-minded travellers and an experienced tour manager who will be there to escort you from the beginning of your escorted tour holiday to the end.
Watch your destination unfold before your eyes as our tour managers bring the places you visit to life. From the Great Pyramids at Giza to the Great Salt Lake; from Mount Fuji to the Taj Mahal; from rose-red Petra to the Terracotta Warriors; and from the Big Game of South Africa to the glass and steel of glittering Hong Kong, our escorted tours offer an enchanting mix of unmissable attractions and unforgettable experiences.
Always accompanied by an experienced tour manager, every Newmarket escorted tour features included flights, accommodation, some meals and expertly planned itineraries. Enjoy included excursions and guided visits to places of interest, and, on rest days, get advice on the best sights to see.
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- Rail travel from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh - a truly spectacular ride through the remote northern Highlands and alongside Loch Carron
- Cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct, as seen in the Harry Potter films, on a train ride from Fort William to Mallaig
- Journey on the steam-hauled Strathspey Railway through unspoilt Highland scenery and alongside the River Spey
- View the magnificent Eilean Donan Castle
5 days from £709 pp
was £809 pp
Dates Available
October 2024 - October 2025
Duration
5 days
Depart From
7 airports
Excursions
3 included
Meals
8 included
- Take a trip on the Snaefell Mountain Railway
- Explore historic Laxey, home of the world’s largest working waterwheel
- Journey on the narrow-gauge Isle of Man Steam Railway
- Ride the Manx Electric Railway to historic Derby Castle Station
5 days from £829 pp
was £929 pp
Dates Available
October 2024 - October 2025
Duration
5 days
Depart From
6 airports
Excursions
3 included
Meals
8 included
- Visit the spectacular Titanic Belfast exhibition
- Enjoy a fascinating guided tour of Belfast's major landmarks
- The chance to join an optional tour of the Antrim Coast and visit the extraordinary Giant's Causeway
- Embrace some time to explore Belfast at your own pace
4 days from £442 pp
was £519 pp
Dates Available
September 2024 - December 2025
Duration
4 days
Depart From
11 airports
Excursions
2 included
Meals
3 included
- Journey to the Giant's Causeway
- Visit the beautiful Glenveagh National Park with a guided tour of Glenveagh Castle
- Travel to Ireland's most northerly point, Malin Head
- Visit Donegal with its rich history reflected by its imposing Jacobean castle, which sits above the River Eske.
6 days from £845 pp
was £945 pp
Dates Available
September 2024 - October 2025
Duration
6 days
Depart From
11 airports
Excursions
4 included
Meals
8 included
- Enjoy a week of rest, exploration and Maltese hospitality
- Spend a day on Gozo, Malta's fascinating sister island
- Get to know Malta's historic capital, Valletta
- Explore the island's interior, including historic Mosta and the 'Silent City' of Mdina
8 days from £1,144 pp
was £1,244 pp
Dates Available
March 2025 - October 2025
Duration
8 days
Depart From
8 airports
Excursions
4 included
Meals
14 included
- Wander down Memphis’ atmospheric Beale Street, America’s most famous musical highway
- Stay over in the foodie city of Birmingham, taking advantage of the diverse culinary scene
- Stop off at the beautiful Smoky Mountains National Park, America’s most visited national park
- Spend an optional full day at the Dollywood theme park in Pigeon Forge, with more than 50 rides and award-winning entertainment
9 days from £2,149 pp
was £2,299 pp
Dates Available
May 2025 - November 2026
Duration
9 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions
3 included
Meals
4 included
- A drive along the glorious Kancamagus Highway
- The delights of coastal Maine, including Portland and exclusive Kennebunkport
- Explore New York, the world’s most exciting city
- Discover historic Plymouth and fashionable Newport, Rhode Island
9 days from £2,145 pp
was £2,295 pp
Dates Available
September 2024 - October 2026
Duration
9 days
Depart From
7 airports
Excursions
6 included
- Stay in Banff, the capital of the Rockies
- Enjoy a two-night stay in the alpine town of Jasper
- Follow the Icefields Parkway, via Lake Louise
- Spend a night in the mountain resort of Sun Peaks
11 days from £2,665 pp
was £2,865 pp
Dates Available
October 2024 - November 2026
Duration
11 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions
1 included
- Discover Machu Picchu – the lost city of the Incas
- Close-up encounters with sea lions, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, and giant tortoises
- Experience Otavalo’s colourful market – South America’s largest
- Explore Quito on a guided tour
17 days from £5,715 pp
was £6,415 pp
Dates Available
October 2024 - November 2026
Duration
17 days
Depart From
6 airports
Excursions
23 included
Meals
19 included
- The magical sight of the Taj Mahal at sunrise and a guided tour
- The historic Red Fort, the India Gate war memorial and the ruins of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque
- A guided tour of Agra, India's city of love
- Searching for Ranthambhore's tigers on two included safaris
11 days from £1,545 pp
was £1,795 pp
Dates Available
September 2024 - December 2026
Duration
11 days
Depart From
3 airports
Excursions
12 included
Meals
22 included
- Cruise through Alleppey’s verdant backwaters on a traditional thatched houseboat
- Marvel at the Chinese fishing nets along Kochi’s harbour
- Take in the garden city of Bangalore and explore the elegant Summer Palace, a former residence of Mysorean ruler Tipu Sultan
- Explore Periyar’s famous wildlife sanctuary in the foothills of the Western Ghats
18 days from £2,385 pp
was £2,585 pp
Dates Available
September 2024 - November 2026
Duration
18 days
Depart From
2 airports
Excursions
17 included
Meals
30 included
- Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Sun Bear Conservation Centre
- Spend an unforgettable day at the Rainforest Discovery Centre
- Wildlife cruises on the Kinabatangan River and oxbow lakes and a stay in a jungle lodge
- End your trip with four days in a luxurious beach resort
13 days from £2,725 pp
was £3,125 pp
Dates Available
September 2024 - November 2026
Duration
13 days
Depart From
2 airports
Excursions
8 included
Meals
20 included
- Partake in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, an ancient and spiritual practice
- Journey to the sacred eight natural springs and traditional thatched houses of Oshino and Lake Kawaguchi
- Immerse yourself in the energy of Japan’s electrifying capital, Tokyo on a guided tour
- Gaze at the sacred and protected deer of Nara and the largest bronze Buddha statue in the world
16 days from £4,590 pp
was £5,099 pp
Dates Available
October 2024 - November 2026
Duration
16 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions
6 included
Meals
15 included
- Six game drives in search of the Big Five including in the Maasai Mara
- Journeying through the Rift Valley to renowned Lake Nakuru National Park - a giraffe and rhino sanctuary
- A visit to a Maasai village
- Visit historic Nyahururu – formerly ‘Thompson Falls’
9 days from £3,129 pp
was £3,729 pp
Dates Available
October 2024 - November 2026
Duration
9 days
Depart From
3 airports
Excursions
7 included
Meals
20 included
- Discover the sights of Cairo and visit the Egyptian Museum
- See Giza's magnificent, monumental Pyramids and Sphinx
- Sail on a felucca around Kitchener Island
- See the Temples of Karnak and Luxor
11 days from £2,639 pp
was £2,839 pp
Dates Available
October 2024 - November 2025
Duration
11 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions
7 included
Meals
25 included
- Spend two nights in the privately owned Garden Route Game Lodge
- Four game drives in search of the Big Five
- Wine-tasting on a Franschhoek wine estate
- See the extraordinary Cango Caves
12 days from £2,867 pp
was £3,185 pp
Dates Available
November 2024 - November 2026
Duration
12 days
Depart From
5 airports
Excursions
8 included
Meals
16 included
- Go in search of the Big Five on five included safaris into the Mabula Private Game Reserve
- Enjoy an expert-led wildlife talk and fascinating bush walk
- Spend a night stargazing under the starry South African night sky
- Pay a visit to the award-winning Hornbill Project
10 days from £2,385 pp
was £2,649 pp
Dates Available
September 2024 - November 2026
Duration
10 days
Depart From
3 airports
Excursions
7 included
Meals
21 included
Escorted tours for solo travellers
We offer a range of holidays and tours exclusively for solo travellers. Travelling with like-minded people, this trips do not charge an additional solo supplement and are designed for those who want to see the world but are travelling alone. We also do a range of departures on our other tours which do not charge a solo supplement - keep your eyes peeled for the 'no single supplement' message.
Our solo holidays
- Discover the rich history and cultural landmarks of Stari Grad, the oldest town in Croatia
- Explore the island town of Trogir, the most preserved medieval town in central Europe
- Sample local wines and snacks at a vineyard along the Peljesac Peninsula
- Learn about the legends of Korčula, including Antenor, the legendary founder of Korčula, and its Roman past
9 days from £1,785 pp
was £1,985 pp
Dates Available
October 2024 - October 2025
Duration
9 days
Depart From
3 airports
Excursions
4 included
Meals
16 included
- Discover the secrets of Scotland's world-renowned spirits industry with a tasting at a gin distillery
- Take in the breathtaking vista of the Cairngorms National Park from the UK's highest restaurant atop Cairngorm Mountain
- Embark on a two-hour cruise across the mystical waters of Loch Ness
- Witness local reindeer herds up close at a reindeer sanctuary in Aviemore
5 days from £1,033 pp
was £1,215 pp
Dates Available
October 2024 - October 2025
Duration
5 days
Depart From
6 airports
Excursions
4 included
Meals
9 included
- Experience a full day exploring the wonders of Tsavo West National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives
- Witness Africa's highest mountain and a dormant volcano, towering Mount Kilimanjaro
- Take a dip in the warm Indian Ocean, sunbathe on the stretches of white sand, and dabble in a variety of aquatic activities
- Set off on morning and afternoon game drives through Amboseli National Park, keeping your eyes peeled for the majestic elephant herds.
10 days from £3,357 pp
was £3,949 pp
Dates Available
October 2024 - November 2025
Duration
10 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions
6 included
Meals
24 included
- Witness the Palki Ceremony at the Golden Temple and learn about the Sikh religion
- Discover the rich history of Jaipur during a city tour, covering the famed Hawa Mahal and City Palace
- Embark on safaris into Ranthambhore National Park, offering a rare opportunity to see animals up close
- Glimpse into India's rich past with a trip to the Taj Mahal at sunrise, followed by a visit to the historic Agra Fort
13 days from £2,449 pp
was £2,799 pp
Dates Available
November 2024 - November 2026
Duration
13 days
Depart From
3 airports
Excursions
13 included
Meals
25 included
- Survey the salt pans in Marsala, learn about the production of sea salt, and sample local wines at a historical winery
- Explore the medieval town of Erice with panoramic views and visit Trapani's historic centre
- Discover Palermo's food markets and culinary scene, as well as the city's artistic and monumental riches on the Arab-Norman route
- Observe the magnificent Doric Temple of Segesta and the theatre located at the top of the mountain
8 days from £1,799 pp
was £1,949 pp
Dates Available
October 2024 - October 2025
Duration
8 days
Depart From
2 airports
Excursions
5 included
Meals
14 included
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