Slower Adventure tours in England

England Slower Adventures

Highlights
  • Discover England's rich history and regional character at a slower pace
  • Hike the trails that inspired many iconic English poets and authors
  • Relax and unwind in charming countryside hotels, B&Bs, and lakeside inns
  • Explore captivating coastal towns and famed chocolate-box villages
  • Taste seasonal produce in local shops and markets, or indulge in an afternoon cream tea
  • Savor a pint of the local brew in the cozy surroundings of a traditional English pub

England is bursting with regional character, and the best way to uncover it is by doing a Slow Adventure with Macs Adventure. Our self-guided tours offer an ideal way to experience slow travel in England- to turn the pace down a notch and take in the culture, try the food and live the local way of life. As the hikes are typically shorter, it allows you time each day to stop for an impromptu afternoon pint in the pub, treat yourself to an indulgent cream tea or visit a stately home, castle, or museum you might have otherwise passed. On some tours, you'll spend 2 or more nights in one location in hand-picked hotels, providing more time to settle in and experience all the local character and landscapes. 

Our flagship Slower Adventure tour, The Cotswolds in Comfort, lets you visit the best parts of this quintessentially British pocket of rural England. Meander through its serene rolling hills stopping off at its picture-perfect honey-colored villages. In the North of England, our Heart of the Lake District tour visits the UNESCO-listed tranquil valleys and pristine lakes in the land of esteemed writers Wordsworth, Wainwright, and Beatrix Potter. Try its gingerbread in Grasmere, taste its ales in the evening and stay in traditional Cumbrian inns offering the warmest of welcomes. Our Highlights of Cornwall in Comfort tour is perfect for anyone that loves seaside villages and coastal hiking along cliffside paths anchored by dramatic headlands, golden beaches, and hidden coves.  Or why not slow cycle from Oxford to Bath by Bike, taking in a quieter side of the Cotswolds, enjoying boutique country hotels along the way.

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Discover England Slower Adventures

  • Why Choose A Slower Adventure in England?

    Only The Best Bits
    Our Slower Adventures take you on the most scenic part of an English trail, from Cornwall’s dramatic coastline to the idyllic green hills of the Cotswolds and the Seven Sisters on England's southern coast. See the very best Mother Nature has to offer without wondering what you're missing. Click or swipe left to learn more about our Slower Adventures...

     

    Why Choose A Slower Adventure in England?
  • Why Choose a Slower Adventure in England?

    Go At Your Own Pace
    With no group or guide, all of self-guided our tours ensure you travel as you please.  Our Slower Adventures are specifically designed with shorter daily mileages so you have ample time for exploration and relaxation. Often you will spend 2 or more nights in one location so you can settle in and experience the local culture and surroundings. Click or swipe left to learn more about our Slower Adventures...

     

    Why Choose a Slower Adventure in England?
  • Why Choose A Slower Adventure in England?

    Relax With Seamless Planning
    We take care of every detail, so you don’t have to. Enjoy perfectly planned itineraries, luggage transfers, pre-departure info & GPS maps on the Macs app, as well as personal recommendations from our local experts. Click or swipe left to learn more about our Slower Adventures...

    Why Choose A Slower Adventure in England?
  • What is In Comfort?

    Want a bit more comfort without going full-throttle luxury accommodation? Our ‘In Comfort’ trips might be for you!  These are nestled between our ‘Classic’ and ‘In Style’ accommodation levels, and often our Slower Adventure tours are also In Comfort (just look for the words 'In Comfort' in our tour names).

    At Macs Adventure, we love supporting locally owned and operated B&Bs, inns and small hotels that invite travelers to experience a true local experience. And while our ‘Classic’ accommodation is considered charming, without the frills, our ‘In Comfort’ accommodation provides a little extra with finishing touches that make your stay feel special. 

     

    What is In Comfort?

  • Slower Adventures with Macs Adventures

    Where active walks meet easy-going exploring, our slower adventures are the perfect combination. Some days will be filled with exciting scenic walks, and others will have some free time for you to dive into the destination and experience the people, local food and culture.

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