Why Choose Absolute Escapes?

At Absolute Escapes, we genuinely care about your holiday. Exploring new places should be a joy, not a challenge – that’s why we handle every detail for you. From carefully planned routes to hand-picked accommodation, we give you the freedom to travel at your own pace, knowing everything has been expertly arranged and backed by local knowledge.

For over two decades, we’ve been helping people discover the magic of the UK & Ireland through our self-guided walking holidays and self-drive tours. Every journey is uniquely designed around you, ensuring a seamless experience, outstanding service, and memories that stay with you forever.

Discover what sets us apart:

Independently Owned, Personally Run

• Founder-Led Expertise: Our co-founders, Sheila Tulloch and Andy Gabe, drive our ever-evolving spirit of discovery.
• Boutique-Style Care: Enjoy personalised service and attention that larger companies simply cannot provide.
• Here Every Step of the Way: Your knowledgeable travel specialist offers continuous support, from your first enquiry to your return home.

Local Knowledge & Expertise

• First-hand Experience: We meticulously research every corner of our destinations, providing invaluable insights from first-hand experience.
• Up-to-date Knowledge: Travel with confidence backed by ‘on-the-ground’ research that’s better than any guidebook.
• Established Relationships: We’ve built connections with trusted suppliers over decades, allowing you to delve deeper through local eyes.

Tailored to Perfection

• Tailor-Made Experiences: Every aspect of your holiday is perfectly handcrafted for you, not adapted from a standard template.
• Meticulous Planning: Our obsessive attention to detail ensures stress-free travel with seamless logistics.
• Blended Adventures: Combine walking, self-drive, and train experiences, or vary accommodation styles, to create your own unique journey.

Your Peace of Mind, Guaranteed

• Established Excellence: With hundreds of five-star reviews, industry awards, and decades of experience, your holiday is in safe hands.
• Financial Protection: Robust financial safeguards keep your holiday investment completely secure.
• Round-the-Clock Assistance: Our supportive team of experts are available 24/7, ensuring you’re never left on your own.
• Commitment to Sustainability: Embark on your holiday knowing that your travel is a force for good. Read about how we work together as a team towards our sustainable tourism objectives on our Responsible Travel page.

Ready to start planning?

When you choose Absolute Escapes, you’re choosing expert knowledge, personal service, and a truly effortless holiday experience. Let us craft your perfect adventure – one that’s seamless, unforgettable, and uniquely yours.

Our friendly travel specialists can’t wait to hear from you.

• Send us an online enquiry
• Phone us: +44 (0) 131 610 1210
• Email us: enquiries@absoluteescapes.com