Star Tours operates a wide range of holiday types - from one-day UK excursions to 14-day multi-country European coach tours and long-haul group departures to Japan, Australia and beyond. This guide walks through every category to help you find the right fit.
UK Day Trips
Our four one-day coach trips from London are ideal for a first Star Tours experience or a short break close to home. All include return transportation and the services of a Star Tours driver. Tours are unguided - passengers explore independently.
Windsor, Stonehenge and Bath (UKWSB)
Visits Windsor Castle, Stonehenge (entrance included) and free time in Bath.
Oxford and Cotswold (UKCW)
Visits Bibury and Bourton-on-the-Water in the Cotswolds, plus free time in Oxford. Attraction entrances are not included.
Bournemouth and Durdle Door (UKBD)
Visits Lulworth Cove and the Durdle Door limestone arch, plus free time in Bournemouth.
Isle of Wight (UKIW)
Includes return ferry crossing, visit to The Needles and Alum Bay, and free time at Shanklin Beach.
UK Short Breaks
For those wanting more of England and Wales with hotel accommodation, Indian meals included and a Tour Manager.
Scenic Snowdonia (UKSN) - 2 days
North Wales break. Llandudno, Snowdonia National Park, Llanberis and optional Snowdon Mountain Railway. 1 night hotel with breakfast.
Northern Landscapes (UKNL) - 3 days
Peak District (Bakewell and Buxton), Llandudno, Snowdonia National Park, Lake District, Lake Windermere cruise. 2 nights 3-4 star hotel, 2 Indian dinners.
Lake District (UKLK) - 3 days
Peak District, scenic Lake District drive, Lake Windermere cruise, Lakeside and Haverthwaite steam train, Grasmere. 2 nights 3-4 star hotel, 1 Indian dinner.
Devon and Cornwall (UKCL) - 3 days
Exeter, Torquay, Land's End, free time in St Ives, Newquay Beach. 2 nights 2-3 star hotel, 1 Indian dinner.
Scotland Tours
Three different itineraries covering Scotland's most iconic landscapes, each building on the previous.
Jewels of Scotland and England (SCJL) - 3 days
Gretna Green, Glasgow city tour (Cathedral, main square, University), Fort William, Nevis Range cable car, Commando Memorial, Neptune Staircase, Edinburgh Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle entrance not included. 2 nights 3-star hotel, 2 Indian dinners, 1 Indian vegetarian lunch.
Historic Scotland (SCTL) - 4 days
Everything above plus Edinburgh Castle entrance, Falkirk Wheel, The Kelpies, Lake Windermere cruise, heritage steam train in the Lake District (seasonal). 3 nights 3-4 star hotel, 3 Indian dinners, 2 Indian lunches.
Scottish Highlands (UKSH) - 5 days
The most comprehensive Scotland tour. Adds Loch Lomond, Loch Ness, full day Isle of Skye, free time in Inverness, Cairngorms National Park, Forth Road Bridge, Falkirk Wheel, Kelpies, Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. 4 nights 3-4 star hotel, 3 Indian dinners, 1 Indian lunch.
How to choose between Scotland tours:
- Short on time: Jewels of Scotland and England
- Edinburgh Castle, Kelpies and Falkirk Wheel: Historic Scotland
- Highlands, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness: Scottish Highlands
European Coach Tours - Paris
Five different Paris itineraries to suit different preferences.
Paris 3 Days (PRS3)
River Seine cruise, Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysees orientation drive, Paris illumination tour, full day at Disneyland Resort Paris. 2 nights 3-4 star hotel, 2 Indian dinners.
Paris City Break (PRSND) - no Disneyland
Sightseeing-focused. Eiffel Tower, River Seine cruise, Carrousel du Louvre area, Fragonard French perfumery, illumination tour, Versailles Gardens. 2 nights 3-4 star hotel, 2 Indian dinners.
Disneyland Special (DISP) - 4 days
Two full park days: Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park. Plus River Seine cruise and Eiffel Tower. 3 nights 3-4 star hotel, 2 Indian dinners, 1 Indian lunch.
Paris 4 Days (PRS4)
Disneyland Resort Paris plus Eiffel Tower, River Seine cruise, illumination tour, Versailles Gardens and Fragonard perfumery. 3 nights 3-4 star hotel, 2 Indian dinners, 1 Indian lunch.
How to choose:
- Short trip with Disneyland: Paris 3 Days (PRS3)
- Sightseeing only, no Disneyland: Paris City Break (PRSND)
- Maximum time at Disneyland: Disneyland Special (DISP)
- Disneyland plus major Paris landmarks: Paris 4 Days (PRS4)
- Prefer train travel: Paris and Disneyland by Eurostar (PREO)
European Coach Tours - Switzerland
Three itineraries covering Switzerland's iconic landscapes, from a quick introduction to a fully comprehensive experience.
Swiss Express (SWEX) - 4 days
Introduction to Switzerland. Rhine Falls, Mt Titlis cable car, Lucerne (Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge), free time in Interlaken and Zurich. 3 nights 3-4 star hotels, 3 Indian dinners.
Swiss Alpine (SWAL) - 4 days
Adds alpine rail and mountain experiences. Rhine Falls, Mt Titlis, Golden Pass panoramic train, Glacier 3000, Lucerne, Bern, Interlaken, free time in Montreux. 3 nights 3-4 star hotels, 3 Indian dinners.
Scenic Swiss (SNSW) - 6 days
The most comprehensive. Rhine Falls, Mt Titlis, Mt Jungfrau (Top of Europe), Lucerne, Interlaken, Bern, Geneva, Golden Pass train, Glacier 3000, Swiss chocolate factory and cheese experience. 5 nights 3-4 star hotels, 5 Indian dinners, 4 lunches.
How to choose:
- Short introduction to Switzerland: Swiss Express
- Golden Pass train and Glacier 3000: Swiss Alpine
- Most comprehensive with Mt Jungfrau: Scenic Swiss
Eurostar Tours
All Eurostar departures leave from London St Pancras with passport control and security completed before boarding - so you step off the train and your holiday begins immediately, with no Dover port, no ferry and no coach crossing.
Paris and Disneyland by Eurostar (PREO)
Our Paris and Disneyland tour by Eurostar. Arrive into the heart of Paris in around 2 and a half hours from London St Pancras, with no coach, no Dover port and no ferry crossing. All border and security checks are completed at St Pancras before you board, so on arrival you simply step off the train and go. Sacre-Coeur, Eiffel Tower, River Seine cruise, Montparnasse or Arc de Triomphe, and a full day at Disneyland Resort Paris, with Indian dinner included and 3/4 star hotel accommodation. On the return, an evening departure from Paris brings you back into central London the same night.
Holland and Belgium by Eurostar (HOLEO)
Our Holland and Belgium tour by Eurostar. Step off the train in the heart of Brussels in around 3 hours from London St Pancras, with no coach, no Dover crossing and no ferry. Border and security checks are all done at St Pancras before you board, so there are no queues or formalities on arrival. Keukenhof Tulip Gardens, Amsterdam canal cruise, Mini Europe, Brussels and Antwerp all included, with 2 Indian dinners, 1 Indian lunch and 3/4 star hotel accommodation throughout. The return is equally effortless, with an evening departure from Brussels arriving back into central London the same night.
Panoramic Europe by Eurostar (PNREO)
Our Panoramic Europe tour by Eurostar. Skip the long coach journey through Dover and arrive straight into the centre of Brussels in around 3 hours, refreshed and ready to explore five countries. All passport and security checks are handled at St Pancras before departure, meaning you walk off the train in Brussels and your holiday begins immediately. Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland and France all covered, with Mt Titlis, the Rhine Falls, Lucerne, Geneva, the Eiffel Tower and River Seine cruise included, along with 4 Indian dinners, 4 Indian lunches and 3/4 star hotel accommodation. On the return, an evening Eurostar from Paris brings you back into central London the same night.
Best of Europe by Eurostar (BESTEO)
A combination of our Best of Europe and Best of Europe with Disneyland, travelling by Eurostar both ways. No early morning Dover departure, no ferry or Eurotunnel coach crossing, just a comfortable high-speed journey from the centre of London straight into the heart of Europe. Passport control is all completed at St Pancras before you board, so arrival into Brussels is completely seamless. Four countries covered including Mt Titlis, Rhine Falls, Lucerne, Geneva, a Paris illumination night tour, Eiffel Tower top floor and a full day at Disneyland Resort Paris, with 4 Indian dinners, 4 Indian lunches and 3/4 star hotel accommodation included. The return is an evening Eurostar from Paris back into central London the same night.
Treasures of Europe by Eurostar (ITSWEO)
Our Treasures of Europe tour across six countries, departing and returning by Eurostar from London St Pancras. Trade the long coach journey via Dover for a comfortable, stress-free high-speed start, with all border and security checks completed before you board so you step off in Brussels ready to go. Six countries and nine days taking in Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Vatican and France, with Mt Titlis, Venice gondola ride, Rome, Florence, Pisa, Geneva and Paris all included, along with 8 Indian dinners, 7 Indian lunches, a complimentary ice cream in Italy and 3/4 star hotel accommodation throughout. On the return, an evening Eurostar from Paris brings you back into central London the same night, rounding off one of our most ambitious and rewarding itineraries.
Long-Haul Group Tours
Star Tours operates selected organised group departures to long-haul destinations including Japan, USA, Australia, New Zealand, Turkey and Egypt. These tours typically include:
- International flights
- Internal transport
- Hotel accommodation
- Guided sightseeing
- Structured itineraries
Walking levels and pace vary depending on the destination.
For destinations such as Turkey, Japan, Greece, India, Far East and Egypt, personalised FIT (Fully Independent Travel) arrangements can also be made with flexible dates, custom hotels and tailored sightseeing. Contact our team for a customised quotation.
Flight-Based European Tours
Some Star Tours European departures include return flights from London rather than travelling by coach throughout. Key features:
- Return flights from London (or as specified)
- Faster access to destination
- Reduced road travel time
- Hotel accommodation
- Organised sightseeing
- Tour Manager coordination
These tours may be more suitable for travellers who prefer shorter overall travel duration between cities. Airline baggage rules apply - check your airline ticket for baggage allowance details.
Still not sure which tour is right for you? Call our team on 020 8900 2323 and we will help you choose based on your travel preferences, group size and available dates.
For further assistance contact Star Tours on 020 8900 2323 or visit startours.co.uk.