SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Coastal Walking, Memories & Song
Exploring this incredible Celtic coastline via the 630 mile long South West Coastal path, we dip into regional traditions, hear seaside song and taste local treats. A magical landscape filled with smuggling, mining and fishing histories.
Come and taste the salt on the air.
Next departure: February 24th 2021​
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
SCOTLAND THREE
Dumfries & Galloway & the Borders
This long contested land has been passed back and forth between the English and Scottish. Let us see how authors have been inspired by this undulating landscape.
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Ancient rituals, aural traditions and all in a region people often pass through and don't stop. Let us take a good look!
January 30th 2021: TOUR FULL
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
GREAT BRITAIN
National Canals & the Industrial Revolution
Industrial routes of commerce and trade, build through hard labor and now enjoyed as a space for relaxing and exploring this chunk of British history and heritage.​
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Engineering, cruising, walking and paddling. Let us seek the cultural practises of lengthsmen and gongoozlers.
Next departure: February 10th 2021
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
FRANCE & SPAIN
Camino De Santiago - Frances: Transformational
They say of the challenge, when walking a Camino as a durational journey, that the first third is physical, the second third is mental, and the final third is spiritual.
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This virtual tour will trace the route Frances, punctuated with personal experience, logistical tips, historical context and inspiration. Your chance to reminisce, plan to find your Camino.
Next departure: February 20th 2021
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
SCOTLAND ONE
Edinburgh to Skye
From the cities of the Central Belt we hike along the 69 miles to Fort William and the tallest mountain in the UK - Ben Nevis.
Let the many identities, languages and stories lift you up from this land through the voices of the locals and the joy of a wee dram of whisky.
January 23rd 2021​: TOUR FULL
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
SWITZERLAND
Lauterbrunnen, Lucerne & the Pays-d'Enhaut
Let us indulge in local cheeses and understand the incredible traditions of dairy farming that continue to resonate through this land and its people.
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Up to the "Top of Europe", we think about Switzerland's prehistoric footsteps and the breathtaking future ahead.
Next departure: February 3rd 2021
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
CHINA
Beijing & The Great Wall
Having lived in China for several years following the Olympics, Charlie has a unique perspective on traveling in China, both as a solo traveler, as well as working with groups.
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Exploring the Capital city, renown for its cultural energy, we will dive into artist lead communities, taste fantastic local food, learn a little Mandarin and witness some of the most incredible sites of historic value.
Chinese NY departure: Feb 12th 2021
Second departure: Feb 13th 2021
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
NORTH EAST ENGLAND
York, Yorkshire, Newcastle & Northumbria
From the Scottish Border to Morris dancing by the sea, finishing at York Minster, with a proper cup of Yorkshire Tea, we will come to appreciate why this region produces more Olympic Gold Medalists than any other area in Great Britain.
Next Departure: TBC
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
SCOTLAND TWO
The North Coast 500 & the Northern Isles
A wild and wonderful route tracing the most northern edge of mainland Scotland, we follow the North Coast 500 in and out of coastal tales and local echoes of history.
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This tour also visits Orkney and Shetland for that truly Northern experience. Feel the difference.
January 27th 2021​: TOUR FULL
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
ENGLISH LAKE DISTRICT
Hiking, Cake, Literature and Lakeland Boating
The Lake District has been home to adventures and writers, artists and farmers. We listen to some incredible women's stories that reside here and explore the hiking trails. With prehistoric stone circles, incredible day hikes and plenty of pubs, this is a fabulous area to explore.
February 6th ​2021: TOUR FULL
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
BATH & THE COTSWOLDS
Regency Bath, Country Houses & Village Life
Starting in the beautiful UNESCO heritage City of Bath, we learn about Regency architecture, afternoon tea, visit some of the iconic properties and villages of the Cotswolds and finish with a countryside ramble.
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Quintessential England.
Next departure: February 17th 2021​
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
COMING SOON
More dates and routes coming soon...
Charlie is currently scheduling the February dates and will release these in the New Year.
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Destinations near and far will be joining the above. Watch this space.
Next departure: TBC
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
