Top Activities on the Ground in United Kingdom

Hiking up Arthur’s Seat is a must-do adventure in Edinburgh for active travelers, but going alone at sunset—the best time of day—can be nerve-wracking. Join a guide and small group to ensure you don’t get lost on the way up or down in dim light. Admire views across Edinburgh and the Pentland Hills from this high vantage point as the sun sets and the sky turns golden.

Get outside and join a guide on a bike ride around Belfast. Bike rental is included, so you don't have to worry about bringing one with you, and a guide takes care of the navigating so you don't get lost. Highlights include Belfast's famous murals, one of Ireland's oldest pubs, Belfast City Hall, St. George's Market, and the Titanic Quarter. So you don't miss anything important—there are plenty of stops and the guide provides commentary along the way.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the 'Call the Midwife' set on this walking tour at Chatham's Historic Dockyard. Follow your guide around the dockyard and learn how it was transformed into a filming set for the famous BBC series. As an added bonus, you’ll see an exhibit featuring original costumes and props used in the show.

Discover the beauty and history of London—and see more of the city in less time—on this small-group bike tour. Grab your bicycle and helmet and ride through Royal Parks such as Hyde Park, Green Park, and St. James's Park. Pedal at your own pace past stately monuments such as the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and more—and learn stories about London’s rich history and modern culture you wouldn't otherwise hear.

See more of London's architectural highlights in less time on this small-group biking tour. With a guide leading the way and helmets and bikes provided, getting around is easy. Cycle from Covent Garden to the royal splendor of Buckingham Palace, from Westminster to the architectural grandeur of St. Paul's Cathedral, and beyond. Throughout your ride, listen as your guide shares insider stories about the city.

Forget the hassle of finding your own way to Snowdon’s summit and enjoy more time to soak up the region’s striking views on this guided hike from Llanberis. Benefit from the expert knowledge of your qualified local guide as you explore the mountain’s less-frequented paths and enjoy a more intimate climbing experience on this small-group excursion.

Taking part of the Brave Heart bike tour you will see majestic Stirling Castle and Wallace Monument starting at Cisco's Coffe. meeting point. The key stops include the Wallace Monument for views and history, the historic Old Town and Stirling Bridge, and a final stop at Cambuskenneth Abbey. Difficulty: Medium, with significant hills. E-bikes are highly recommended for those not accustomed to regular cycling to manage the inclines. Included: Bike, helmet, and a qualified guide. Stops and sights: Stirling Castle: A major highlight, explore the majestic castle and its grounds. Stirling Old Town and Bridge: Cycle through the historic cobbled streets and pass the site of the Battle of Stirling Bridge, where history was made. The Wallace Monument: Visit this iconic landmark, learn about the story of William Wallace, and enjoy panoramic views from its viewpoint. Cambuskenneth Abbey: Begin at this ancient and tranquil ruin, the resting place of King James III.

Watch the sunrise from the peak of Snowdon, Wales’s highest peak, on this small-group guided sunrise hike. This is a challenging tour, especially when it starts in the dark. Your guide will ensure you reach the summit safely just in time to watch the sun rising. Learn about the area and how to pronounce some tricky Welsh village names during the hike.

The sights and scenery of North Wales are tricky to explore from Liverpool without a rental car. Rather than string together train and bus journeys, choose this full-day tour for the benefit of comfortable minivan transport and a guide who shares background on the sights as you travel. Walk Llandudno’s pier, follow hidden roads through Snowdonia, visit Conwy Castle (own expense), and more, to discover a beautiful corner of Britain without a care in the world.

Immerse yourself in the wild scenery of the Lake District—and try out an outdoor activity that’s unique to the area—on this adventurous tour. Ghyll scrambling involves donning a wetsuit, helmet, and other equipment, and climbing, sliding down, and hopping from pool to pool in the Lake District’s ghylls, or mountain streams. For this small-group activity, choose from morning or afternoon departure times—and prepare to get wet.

Experienced outdoor adventurers will love joining a small-group extreme canyoning adventure in Snowdonia. Enjoy (optional) big jumps, fast slides, ziplines, and abseiling down waterfalls—perfect for adrenaline seekers. For the more timid explores, there are options to bypass or get lowered down during the more extreme instances. The half-day activity is restricted to a small group so you’ll get personalized attention and assistance.

Test your mettle—and enjoy unparalleled views of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium—when you take part in the Dare Skywalk experience. After a safety briefing, get suited up and climb your way up to the stadium’s top tier—154 feet (47 meters) above street level. Put your bravery to the test on the glass walkway, reaching the iconic golden cockerel.

Explore Edinburgh by electric bike on a small-group guided tour combining the city's historic centre with its beautiful coastline. Ride through the historic Old Town and Grassmarket, take in Edinburgh's famous landmarks and views, then leave the city centre behind as we head towards Newhaven Harbour and Portobello Beach. Our electric bikes make Edinburgh's hills easier, allowing you to cover much more of the city than you could on foot while still enjoying the fun and freedom of cycling. With a maximum of just 5 customers per guide, our tours are personal, relaxed and friendly, with plenty of opportunities to stop for photographs and hear the stories behind Edinburgh. Whether you're visiting Edinburgh for the first time or want to discover a different side of the city, this is a great way to experience Edinburgh's history, scenery and coastline in one tour.

With our Edinburgh E-Bike Tour, you’ll be able to see more than any other tour of the city, in less time! The tour is designed to show you all the most iconic spots of the city. We will take you off the beaten path to explore the most picturesque and charming corners. The tour is conducted by professional mountain bike guides that have a particular and local knowledge of the hidden gems of Edinburgh. The tours can also be conducted in Italian and Spanish. The Ebikes that we use are brand new gravel category with mountain bike tyres, suspension and are very easy and comfortable to ride.

See the famous Hairy Cows in their natural environment in Edinburgh. They can be difficult to find on the hill, so choose this guided experience to make this easier. Join an Edinburgh-based Mountain Guide on a hike in the hills on the outskirts of the city Experience the rugged beauty of some of Scotland's mountains as we hike through some of the country's most amazing landscapes. This hike takes us up into the hills, where we often see rare wildlife, spectacular cityscapes, and incredible mountain views. We meet at Hillend, which is about 30 minites from the city centre. Getting up high allows us to find the cows more easily. We descend down the hillside where we can look for the local herd of Highland Cows grazing in their natural mountain environment. The cows live out on the hill 365 days a year and are kept as conservation grazers, helping to restore the natural ecology. We finish at Swanston Farm (lunch can bee booked) where a few more cows can be seen in a field.

See more of London as you pedal around the sights of London in style on this small-group bike tour, which reveals some of the capital's top sights along a relaxed cycling route. Hop on board your classic English bike with an optional basket and follow your guide down quiet backstreets, past famous landmarks, and along the Thames River, then get off the beaten track as you discover the street art of Banksy and even have a go at your own graffiti tag.

Challenge yourself to a pirate-themed treasure hunt in Bristol, which takes place on the city streets, passing shops, pubs, sights, and some hidden gems, too. Using a web link and instructions sent to you by “Bess” after you book, you’ll explore with your personal group, following maps, solving cryptic clues, and learning about Bristol as you go.

If you are relatively new to the sport of canyoning, this half-day excursion from Aberfeldy will have you feeling confident in no time. Head to nearby Keltneyburn with your guide and, under their close supervision, try gorge walking, jumping off rocky cliffs, scrambling along rivers, and sliding down river chutes, and swimming in naturally beautiful surroundings—as much or as little as you want. Includes wet suits and all safety equipment.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or you know the city well, discover Plymouth the fun way on this self-guided hidden gems treasure hunt tour, packed with more than 100 destinations and challenges. You explore independently, at your own pace, taking breaks whenever you want, with GPS technology and map pins so you can’t get lost. Each purchase provides 1-day access on one phone.

Whether you want the challenge of a mountain bike or the ease of an e-bike, choose your weapon and set off on an action-packed tour of Edinburgh and its surrounding areas. In just a few hours, see more of Edinburgh than you could alone with your guide, who takes you through Cramond village and along the Firth of Forth. Cycle over the Forth Road Bridge, and pass by a castle on your way back.

Led by a born-and-bred Londoner and British Cycling-qualified guide, your adventure begins at the iconic Battersea Power Station before you set off on a premium Giant electric bike along approximately 90% traffic-free riverside paths, parks and green spaces. Escape the crowds and discover a quieter, greener side of London as you explore Battersea Park, the River Thames, historic Putney and the spectacular landscapes of Richmond Park. The highlight is Richmond Park—London's largest Royal Park and the closest you'll get to the English countryside without leaving the capital. Once part of the royal hunting grounds, it is now home to hundreds of free-roaming deer, ancient woodland and stunning views. This is London's hidden wild side—a timeless landscape where centuries of royal history, ancient woodland and free-roaming deer combine to create an experience most tourists never realise exists. Deer are regularly seen, although, as wild animals, their location naturally varies.

Take your place on this North Wales sightseeing day trip from Liverpool! This coach tour takes you on an unforgettable journey through hidden roads and routes that harried self-drive visitors miss. Enjoy local knowledge all day long with narration throughout the day, and snap plenty of photos of the North Wales scenery. Relax and enjoy yourself, knowing that everything is taken care of.

Lace up your running shoes and explore Edinburgh on foot. This private running tour takes you are the Scottish capital at your own pace and ensures that you see all of the most important city landmarks before tackling the challenging climb up Arthur's Seat for a panoramic view of the city skyline.