UNITED KINGDOM
What We Do
From world-class museums and storied theaters to windswept coastal walks and centuries-old pubs, the UK is a study in contrasts. Here, modern design meets deep tradition, and days stretch from countryside hikes to evenings in London’s West End. We’ve pared it down to the experiences that matter most—authentic, stylish, and unmistakably British.
FOOD, WINE, AND FLAVOR
London Food Tour
What’s Included:
Private, small-group food tour led by an expert culinary historian or chef
Visits to Borough Market, Soho, or Mayfair food halls depending on itinerary
Tastings of artisanal British cheeses, oysters, teas, pies, and modern street food
Narrative focus on history, culture, and London’s evolving food scene
Optional wine or gin pairings
London
With Context Travel, food becomes a lens for understanding London itself. Led by culinary historians or chefs, these intimate tours pair tastings with storytelling: the legacy of Borough Market, the reinvention of British pies, or the rise of modern tea culture. Guests don’t just eat — they learn how London became one of the most cosmopolitan food capitals in the world.
Location: Central London (Borough Market, Soho, or Mayfair)
Price: From £325 for a private half-day tour for up to 6 guests
Vibe: Intellectual, insider, elevated
Need to Know: Context specializes in small groups (6 people max), so tours feel like private seminars. Ideal for travelers who want depth, context, and a taste of the city’s food scene beyond Instagram clichés.
Cheese Journeys
What’s Included:
Multi-day small-group luxury tour led by cheese experts and guides
– Behind-the-scenes access to makers like Montgomery’s Cheddar and Westcombe Dairy
– Exclusive cave tastings of maturing cheeses, often closed to the public
– Pairings with local ciders, wines, and artisanal accompaniments
– Elegant farmhouse accommodations and chef-prepared meals
Somerset & Devon
For serious food lovers, Cheese Journeys offers multi-day tours that go far beyond the tasting table. Guests are welcomed into Britain’s most celebrated creameries, where they sample wheels pulled straight from the cave, meet master affineurs, and explore the landscapes that shape the terroir. Meals are designed by traveling chefs, often paired with West Country cider or sparkling English wine, and the accommodations feel more country house retreat than rustic dairy.
Location: Somerset & Devon, UK
Price: From $5,800 USD per person for a 7-day luxury tour (all-inclusive)
Vibe: Cultured, niche, deeply gastronomic
Need to Know: Tours are hosted just a few times a year and book out months in advance. Perfect for travelers who want the intimacy of small groups (10–12 guests) and the depth of truly insider access.
NATURE, ADVENTURE, AND SCENIC ESCAPES
Golf At The Old Course
What’s Included:
Exclusive tee time on the Old Course, “the home of golf”
– Personal caddie with insider course knowledge
– Pre- or post-round access to The Royal and Ancient Clubhouse
– Luxury accommodations at The Old Course Hotel, with spa and fine dining
Pair It With:
Enjoy a delightfully Scottish dinner at 18, the upscale restaurant at The Russaks, and have a nightcap at the Dunvegan. Mingle with a unique mix of pro-golfers, university students, and tourists from around the world in this quaint Scottish town.
St Andrews
Playing the Old Course at St Andrews is every golfer’s dream — and with the right access, it becomes an extraordinary travel moment. From walking across the Swilcan Bridge to finishing at the 18th green, you’re treading in the footsteps of legends. Pair it with a stay at The Old Course Hotel, overlooking the fairways, and it becomes one of the world’s most memorable sporting pilgrimages.
Location: St Andrews, Scotland
Price: From £2,500 per golfer for a luxury package including tee time, caddie, and hotel stay
Vibe: Iconic, heritage-rich, bucket-list
Need to Know: Tee times on the Old Course are famously limited and often booked by lottery. High-end tour operators can secure guaranteed access with VIP packages.
Helicopter Tour Of The Scottish Highlands
What’s Included:
Private helicopter charter departing from Inverness or Edinburgh
Scenic flight over Ben Nevis, Loch Ness, and the Isle of Skye
Option for a champagne picnic on a remote Highland loch
Bespoke commentary from expert local guides
Seeing the Highlands from above is nothing short of breathtaking. A helicopter charter offers access to landscapes otherwise unreachable: glacial lochs, rugged peaks, castles tucked into valleys. Stop for a champagne picnic at the edge of a loch or land on Skye for a private seafood lunch. It’s the ultimate way to experience Scotland’s wilderness with comfort and style.
Location: Scottish Highlands (Skye, Loch Ness, Ben Nevis)
Price: From £59, prices vary
Vibe: Exclusive, cinematic, once-in-a-lifetime
Need to Know: Weather conditions are variable; itineraries are flexible with contingency routes. Works beautifully as part of a Highlands lodge stay.
Fly Fishing On The River Test
What’s Included:
Privileged access to private beats on the River Test, one of the world’s most famous chalk streams
Expert ghillie/guide for one-to-one instruction
Use of top-tier Orvis or Hardy rods, reels, and flies
Riverside lunch and local gourmet catering
England
For anglers, casting a line on the River Test is like stepping into hallowed ground. Known worldwide for its gin-clear chalk streams and legendary trout, the Test offers an experience that blends sport with serenity. With private access and expert guides, it’s not just fishing — it’s immersion in one of England’s most storied landscapes.
Location: Hampshire, Southern England
Price: From £359 depending on length
Vibe: Refined, meditative, quintessentially English
Need to Know: Access to the Test is tightly controlled; luxury outfitters arrange private beats and ensure high-quality equipment, catering, and instruction.
WELLNESS, BALANCE, AND RESTORATION
Bamford Wellness Spa
What’s Included:
Full-day spa access at Bamford’s award-winning countryside retreat
Treatments using organic Bamford skincare rooted in British botanicals
Yoga, meditation, and Pilates in light-filled studios
Organic café serving seasonal, plant-forward meals
Access to the private gardens and pools
The Cotswolds
At the heart of Daylesford Organic, the Bamford Wellness Spa blends contemporary design with a philosophy grounded in nature. Guests move between yoga in a sunlit barn, restorative facials with botanical oils, and Ayurvedic-inspired body treatments, all surrounded by Cotswolds stone and rolling meadows. It’s a chic, immersive reset rooted in English countryside calm.
Location: Daylesford, Gloucestershire, Cotswolds
Price: From £450 per person for a full-day program
Vibe: Organic, restorative, chic countryside retreat
Need to Know: Popular with Londoners on wellness weekends, Bamford books up quickly; pair it with a stay at Daylesford’s luxury cottages for the full experience.
Gleneagles - Spa & Wellness Retreat
What’s Included:
Access to the 850-acre Gleneagles estate for walks, cycling, and outdoor immersion
Wellness treatments drawing on Scottish herbs, seaweed, and thermal therapies
Tailored fitness and mindfulness programs with expert practitioners
Thermal suite with vitality pools, saunas, and a eucalyptus steam room
Michelin-level dining with a focus on seasonal Scottish produce
Three healthy, chef-prepared meals and in-room snacks
Scotland
Known as the “Glorious Playground,” Gleneagles is more than golf. Its world-class spa integrates local botanicals and elemental therapies with state-of-the-art facilities. Think seaweed body wraps, Himalayan salt steam rooms, and bespoke retreats designed for balance. With the Highlands at your doorstep, it’s a restorative escape that is as rooted in place as it is luxurious.
Location: Auchterarder, Perthshire, Scotland
Price: From £300 per person for bespoke wellness programs
Vibe: Elevated, holistic, Scottish heritage meets luxury
Need to Know: Gleneagles offers multi-day wellness retreats that balance treatments with time outdoors — perfect for travelers seeking renewal alongside adventure.
