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London's Buckingham Palace in Westminster
Map of Luxury London, Edinburgh, & Dublin Tour - 10 Days
Luxury London, Edinburgh, & Dublin Tour - 10 Days

Featuring the United Kingdom's London and Edinburgh as well as the Republic of Ireland's Dublin, this 10-day luxury tour offers the perfect mix of history, culture, and rugged country scenery. You'll experience a broad range of tours covering the history, architecture, and ancient and current traditions at the hands of knowledgeable private guides, with free time to go at your own pace.

Twilight over London's River Thames
Map of Road Trip Through England & Scotland: From London to Loch Lomond  - 14 Days
Road Trip Through England & Scotland: From London to Loch Lomond - 14 Days

Discover more about England and Scotland's food scenes, history, and natural attractions on this 14-day, self-drive trip. Start with some London sightseeing, then head to the beautiful city of Bath and the surrounding villages of the Cotswolds. Fly north to Scotland to explore its handsome capital of Edinburgh, then it's time to take in the beautiful scenery of the Scottish countryside in and around Pitlochry, Inverness, Oban, and Loch Lomond.

Wander York's atmospheric alleyway, known as The Shambles
Map of Highlights of England & Scotland - 14 Days
Highlights of England & Scotland - 14 Days

Discover some of England and Scotland's most fascinating cities and towns on this two-week, self-drive tour. Your trip starts in the university city of Oxford, where you'll peek into its libraries. Then, in northern England, take a historical tour of York. Over the border in Scotland, delve into Edinburgh's food scene and play golf in St Andrews before returning to England to explore the Lake District. A musical visit to Liverpool will be Beatles themed, and you'll end your tour relaxing in Bath's thermal waters.

Castle ruins
Map of Highlights of Britain's East Coast - 12 Days
Highlights of Britain's East Coast - 12 Days

Explore the ancient history and modern culture of northeast England. Visit medieval York, discover Roman ruins, and sample hearty English pub food in Tynemouth. See the impressive Durham Cathedral, 16th-century Lindisfarne, and the wild seascape of the Farne Islands. End your trip in Edinburgh—home to the Scottish monarchy, world-class whiskey, and the café where J.K. Rowling penned the first Harry Potter novel.

Catch a sunset over historic Edinburgh
Map of Luxury Tour of London & Edinburgh - 10 Days
Luxury Tour of London & Edinburgh - 10 Days

London and Edinburgh are among the most cosmopolitan cities in the UK, offering a perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery. Begin this 10-day luxury tour in London with day trips to Blenheim Palace and Bath before visiting Edinburgh and the Scottish Highlands. Enjoy the convenience of private tours and knowledgeable guides as you visit ancient Roman ruins, historic castles, and legendary lochs.

The charming green countryside of the Lake District
Map of English Countryside by Rail & Road  - 10 Days
English Countryside by Rail & Road - 10 Days

Experience the best of England's natural wonders and historic highlights on an epic self-drive tour around the country. Over 10 event-filled days, you'll visit the most beautiful regions in northern and southern England, including the Lake District and Dorset County. Even better, you'll have the freedom to explore on your terms as you pick and choose which villages, sights, and landmarks to stop at along the way.

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Discover Scotland's Isle of Skye and its otherworldly Fairy Pools
Map of 2 Weeks in the United Kingdom - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas
2 Weeks in the United Kingdom - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas

With two weeks in the United Kingdom, you can embark on a self-drive tour and tick off the must-see sights of England and Scotland or split your trip between England and Wales to discover fairytale-like countrysides and enjoy time in Baths, Oxford, and London. Those who prefer quaint villages can embark on a nature and culture tour from London to Edinburgh, while more relaxed travelers will love a trip focused on discovering the traditions, cuisine, and history of England and Scotland.

Unspoiled Welsh landscapes in the Brecon Beacons
Map of England & Wales Road Trip: History, Culture & the Great Outdoors - 14 Days
England & Wales Road Trip: History, Culture & the Great Outdoors - 14 Days

Drive from southern to northern England, taking in Welsh highlights en route, on this scenic two-week road trip through the United Kingdom. You'll start off getting to know London with a food tour and river cruise before heading to the university city of Oxford to go punting. Discover some of England's prettiest spots in the Cotswolds and handsome Bath, cross the border into Wales to see its coast, castles, and rugged national parks, and end your tour in the energetic northern city of Manchester.

Explore England's Yorkshire's and Northumberland's history with a walk among the ruins of Rievaulx Abbey
Map of 5 Days in the United Kingdom - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
5 Days in the United Kingdom - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

In five days, you can get a good taste of the United Kingdom—if you move quickly. First-timers keen to pair London with the tranquility of the Cotswolds will enjoy the Classic tour. The mix of culinary and historical experiences on the Wales & England itinerary is perfect for foodies and those looking for variety. Nature lovers will enjoy outdoor adventures on the Scotland road trip, while history buffs and families will appreciate the castle tours and wildlife excursion on the Yorkshire & Northumberland itinerary.

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Travel specialist Jane Davey
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Jane Davey

Born and raised in the UK, I’ve always had a love affair with the great outdoors. It’s no wonder I ended up in travel! Growing up, family holidays meant exploring the UK with my parents and...

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Travel specialist Stephen Molloy
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Stephen Molloy

Urbanist by training, he spent most of his twenties traveling and living overseas. Bitten by the bug, he lived in Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste, California, Australia, DRC, Kenya, Pakistan...and...

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Travel specialist Kateryna Garkavenko
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Kateryna Garkavenko

Travel is truly one of the most rewarding experiences we can have. It's amazing how much we can learn and grow from every trip, and I believe that most people will benefit from exploring new...

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Travel specialist Claire Monfray
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Claire Monfray

Born and raised in France I grew up in a multicultural family. Passionate for languages, I realised later that this passion had for roots my will to connect with other people and cultures. This...

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Trip Reviews for United Kingdom

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Expert Travel Planning from Start to Finish
United Kingdom | Jun 29 - Jul 6, 2025

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Pamela B.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 08, 2025

We recently used Aleksandra to plan our trip to London and Paris, and she was absolutely amazing. She handled every detail—hotels, activities, and travel between cities—with such care and expertise. Everything was seamless, and her recommendations were spot on.

She made the entire process so easy for us. Aleksandra was responsive, organized, and really listened to what we wanted. Thanks to her, we were able to relax and fully enjoy our trip without any stress. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a smooth, well-planned travel experience!

Local specialist: Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Aleksandra
Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Local specialist in England | Replied on Jul 08, 2025

Dear Pamela,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words — reading your review truly made my day! It was such a joy to help plan your trip to London and Paris, and I’m so glad to hear that you could fully enjoy your journey without stress.

Your trust, openness, and enthusiasm made it a pleasure to work with you, and it means a lot to know that my recommendations and planning added to your experience. Wishing you many more wonderful adventures ahead — and I’d be honored to help you again whenever you’re ready for your next trip!
Sincerely,
Aleksandra

Tailored to Us
United Kingdom | Jun 6 - Jun 13, 2025

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Katherine T.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025
We had a great experience using kimkim and Tetiana for our UK vacation. Tetiana worked with us to suggest and finalize a good balance of scheduled tours and self exploration. We had a couple days in each London, Oxford, and Bath for our week of vacation. Highlights included a private walking tour with a retired royal guard. The history of London he shared with his experiences as a royal guard were educational and entertaining. In Oxford, we had a small group tour of the Cotswolds that... Read more

We had a great experience using kimkim and Tetiana for our UK vacation. Tetiana worked with us to suggest and finalize a good balance of scheduled tours and self exploration. We had a couple days in each London, Oxford, and Bath for our week of vacation. Highlights included a private walking tour with a retired royal guard. The history of London he shared with his experiences as a royal guard were educational and entertaining. In Oxford, we had a small group tour of the Cotswolds that was a great half day of seeing a number of villages. In Bath, we decided to explore on our own with suggestions of things to see. In all three locations, we had amazing stays at the inns Tetiana selected for us - all were charming with access to pubs, transportation and more local flare. It was so nice to have all the hotels, train tickets, and tour tickets prepaid and we greatly appreciated kimkim's web site where we quickly had access to all our electronic tickets, descriptions of our inns, our itinerary and chat with Tetiana if we needed anything. We absolutely will use kimkim again and tell all our friends!!

Hotel Reviews
The Belgrave Hotel
London

A short walk from the tube station and a good location for walking to sights on the west end of London. The room was very small, as was the bathroom, but the accommodations were clean and nice, so worked well for an overnight.

Authenticity & Character
The lobby and common area of the hotel were charming; the room was small, but provided what we needed.
Location
Very easy to get around with lots of restaurants and pubs within a couple blocks.
Staff
The front desk and breakfast staff were very friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Bear
Bath

The room size was wonderful with big windows for lots of light. The bathroom was also big and bright. The location was close to the Bath train and bus station, so a quick ride on the bus up the hill, or a short walk down into the town center. We ate at the restaurant for dinner which was very good. With only a few rooms, the inn space was very charming.

Authenticity & Character
Big room with big windows and partial view of the town/valley.
Location
Good proximity to the Bath train and bus station with a bus stop right outside the inn.
Staff
Very friendly and helpful. Allowed us to check in several hours early when we arrived as the room was ready.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Well kept, clean and nice furnishings.
The Black Boy
Oxford

Although a little ways from the center of Oxford, the inn was more in a residential area that was quiet. The inn, itself was charming, with only a few rooms, but the room we had was large and the bathroom was large and updated. It was a couple block walk to the bus stops, but the buses came frequently and it was an easy ride into Oxford center. The food at the inn was delicious and we ended up eating two evening meals at the inn.

Authenticity & Character
It was quiet, well kept, and very charming.
Location
We didn't mind the walk, but it was a couple blocks to the bus stops.
Staff
The staff were wonderful - very helpful, always checking to see if we needed anything as we came and went.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and good beds!
The One Tun Pub and Rooms
London

The One Tun Pub and Rooms was charming with a larger room and a modern bathroom. It was quiet (even though above a the pub) and the location was about a half a block to the train, so very convenient. The staff were very friendly and attentive.

Authenticity & Character
Only a few rooms, a larger room, and modern bathroom.
Location
Close to the train station.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Tetiana Smal
Tetiana
Tetiana Smal
Local specialist in London | Replied on Jun 20, 2025

Dear Kathy,

Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful and generous review — I’m truly touched by your kind words! It means the world to know that your time in the UK was not only smooth and well-organized but also filled with meaningful moments and discoveries.

It was truly a pleasure working with you — your warmth, curiosity, and thoughtful approach made the planning process so rewarding. I would be honored to help with any future travel, and thank you again for sharing your experience with others.

Warmest wishes
Tania

London sights and Cotswold
United Kingdom | May 18 - May 24, 2025

John
John C.
New Orleans, LA | Reviewed on Jun 01, 2025
Aleksandra started with good questions to fully understand our needs and plans for our London trip. From those questions Aleksandra built a good trip plan with our interests and it truly was exactly what we wanted vs selling us ideas we didn’t want. I appreciated her responsiveness and making sure all of the details were covered. All of the transfers went as planned. Aleksandra assisted us with obtaining great Hamilton and Phantom theater tickets. We liked our day in the Cotswold through... Read more

Aleksandra started with good questions to fully understand our needs and plans for our London trip. From those questions Aleksandra built a good trip plan with our interests and it truly was exactly what we wanted vs selling us ideas we didn’t want. I appreciated her responsiveness and making sure all of the details were covered. All of the transfers went as planned. Aleksandra assisted us with obtaining great Hamilton and Phantom theater tickets. We liked our day in the Cotswold through English Bus and the attention to providing an in depth experience. I would highly recommend Aleksandra with Good Vibes through KimKim.

Hotel Review
The Westminster London, Curio Collection by Hilton
London

Great location, great staff. Breakfast offerings were good and slightly above average.

Authenticity & Character
The helpful concierge staff
Location
Walkable to Westminster, Parliament and longer walk to Piccadilly.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our room and bed were all kept very clean
Activity Reviews
London Secret Food Tour
London Secret Food Tour
London

The experience was good just a very busy area.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hampton Court Palace & Windsor Castle Private Car Tour from London
Hampton Court Palace & Windsor Castle Private Car Tour from London
London

We liked having a dedicated black cab driver and car to tour the locations. Driver was very friendly and pleasant to have for the day.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Shakespeare's Stratford and Cotswolds
Shakespeare's Stratford and Cotswolds
England

Liked the bus driver/tour guide and his ability to offer insights while driving. He was very knowledgeable and easy to listen to.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Bustronome
Bustronome
London

Great way to see many sights of London and have a relaxed dinner as well.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
London

We enjoyed our walking tour guide and her efforts to tailor the morning walk to our needs

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Aleksandra
Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Local specialist in England | Replied on Jun 02, 2025

Dear John,
It’s such a delight to read your message — thank you for taking the time to share your thoughtful review!
I truly loved that we were able to craft a journey tailored with heart, a sprinkle of theatre magic, and a touch of countryside charm — just as you envisioned.
May your memories stay warm, your travel bug stay endlessly curious, and may your next adventure always find its way to you.
With heartfelt thanks and good vibes always,
Aleksandra

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