Your Next Great Escape Starts Here
Booking for spring and summer 2026
UK and Ireland escapes are in demand and the best trips are booking fast.
Whether you’re looking for the freedom of a self guided adventure, the expertise of a guided tour, or a tailor made journey created entirely around you, extraordinary experiences are waiting closer to home.
From dramatic coastlines and rolling countryside to vibrant cities and hidden corners, explore with confidence knowing McKinlay Kidd has been creating exceptional holidays for over 20 years.
With expert planning, handpicked experiences and 24/7 support throughout your trip, you’re in safe hands every step of the way.
Explore our holiday options below.
Ways To Travel This Spring & Summer
Self-guided Holidays
Tailor-made Holidays
Small Group Guided Tours
So well planned. The whole holiday went like clockwork. Thank you McKinlay Kidd for arranging such a wonderful adventure.
– Edward & Annette, Victoria, Australia
We loved Shetland in all its moods. Our enjoyment was enhanced by the excellent information you provided & the fact all arrangements worked out well.
– Ann & Malcolm, England
The combination of rail and ferry through the glorious Highlands was terrific. The railway journey in both directions was spectacular.
– Ann & Donald, New York, USA
Our guide was personable, knowledgeable, attentive to everyone…more than just an excellent guide, he is a truly nice guy.
– Allan, Victoria, Canada
We loved the variety of terrain on each island – rocky areas, mountains, beaches, woodland, heathland, streams…
– Michael & Alexandra, Devon, UK
One of our best trips ever! Such an amazing concept. We felt like local travelers with plenty of freedom to do what we want and eat what we want.
– Elizabeth & Edward, Wisconsin, USA
We had such a lovely week… our guide was fantastic and everything had been planned so well. So nice to just relax and let the guide take the strain.
– June & David, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
It was wonderful! Everything was properly arranged and every detail taken care of. Great accommodations and excellent guided tour people.
– David, Newfoundland, Australia
Why McKinlay Kidd?
- Everything we recommend has been tried and tested by us
- Itineraries designed to help you explore beyond the tourist spots
- Hand-picked guides, for stories and insights that only locals would know
- Stay in carefully-selected, family-owned accommodation
- Meet and engage with local people
- Your trip planned exactly how you want it
- Personal - human - point of contact from start to finish
- Specialists on hand to help plan the finer details
- Ask us anything you want to, any time you want to
- We're contactable 24/7 throughout your trip
- Create your perfect trip, individually designed and booked for you
- It's fully flexible - want to add extra nights, activities or tours? No problem
- Let us know about any specific requirements and we'll do our utmost to accommodation
- Personalised recommendations, created for you and your trip