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Things to Do in United Kingdom
The experiences worth building a trip around in United Kingdom, handpicked by our LGBTQ+ travel specialists.
All Things to Do in United Kingdom
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The British Museum in Private, Before the Doors Open
Walk the Great Court and the Egyptian and Parthenon galleries with a specialist guide in the quiet hour before London arrives.
A Highland Castle on a Loch, Entirely Yours for the Night
Have a renovated Highland castle staffed just for your party, from dinner in the great hall to a dawn swim from the loch-side boathouse.
Whisky in an Old Town Cellar, Edinburgh
Taste Highland, Speyside and more in a restored eighteenth-century cellar off the Royal Mile, with a guide who tells each whisky's story.
The Giant’s Causeway with a Private Guide: Geology and Legend
Step across 40,000 basalt columns on the Antrim coast as your guide tells of lava, cooling rock and the giant Fionn mac Cumhaill.
A Private Helicopter Flight over London, with Optional Heli-Dining
Follow the Thames at around 1,000 feet past Tower Bridge and Westminster, then fly on to lunch at a Michelin-starred country estate.
Sea Kayaking into Scotland’s Coastal Caves with a Private Guide
Paddle beneath towering cliffs and into sea caves and arches that no larger boat or coastal path can reach.
The Royal Pavilion: Explore Brighton’s Extravagant Palace
Explore Brighton's extraordinary Royal Pavilion with a private expert guide, discovering a palace of dragons, chandeliers and royal excess in a city that has become one of Europe's great gay destinations.
Charleston: A Private Journey into Gay Bloomsbury
Travel into the Sussex countryside to discover Charleston, the extraordinary home of Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant, and the artists, writers and lovers who made the Bloomsbury Group one of the most unconventional circles in 20th-century Britain.
The Jacobite Steam Train over Glenfinnan, in a Private Carriage
Ride the West Highland Line by steam from Fort William to Mallaig, with your own carriage for the famous crossing above Loch Shiel.
Titanic Belfast: The Ship’s Story on the Slipways Where She Was Built
Stand where the Titanic was laid down and follow her from Belfast's shipyards to the ocean floor, then board the last White Star Line ship.
Highclere Castle and the Real World of Downton Abbey
Walk Bampton's village lanes, then enter Highclere before the public, from its famous library and staircase to a Tutankhamun exhibition.
Hampton Court Palace Before Opening, with a Private Guide
Explore Henry VIII's kitchens, the Haunted Gallery and Wren's Baroque rooms, then the Maze and the Great Vine, before the gates open.Where to stay in United Kingdom
Tours through United Kingdom
Private Countryside Castle Getaway
Tailor-made HolidayImagine having an entire castle to yourselves. Picture your group raising glasses as the sun sets over ancient battlements, or gathering around a roaring fire in a great hall that has hosted royalty for centuries. This isn't just accommodation - it's your private kingdom for four unforgettable days. Experience the UK as you've seen it in the movies. Completely Bespoke. Effortlessly Organised. Every detail is tailored precisely to your group's vision.
4 days tailor-made from £2,450 per person View trip
Enchanting Capitals: London, Edinburgh and Dublin
Tailor-made HolidayThree capitals in eleven days sounds like a lot of ground to cover, and it is, but London, Edinburgh, and Dublin each earn a few unhurried days rather than a rushed afternoon. London opens the trip with four nights at the Sofitel St James, close enough to the West End and the City to reach on foot.
11 days tailor-made from £3,290 per person View trip
Discover London and Paris: Luxury Capitals of Europe
Tailor-made HolidayNo trip to Europe is complete until you have experienced its two most influential cities; London and Paris. Our carefully curated, luxury itinerary allows you to explore two of Europe's most culturally rich and LGBTQ+ friendly cities. Embark on a captivating seven-night journey that weaves together the splendour of London and the charm of Paris, creating a tapestry of luxury, history, and culture.
7 days tailor-made from £3,350 per person View tripNo two trips we plan are the same. Yours will be no exception.
Frequently asked questions
Travelling with Out Of Office
What does Out Of Office do?
Out Of Office is a luxury LGBTQ+ travel company specialising in tailor-made holidays and extraordinary journeys around the world. We create bespoke luxury holidays, LGBTQ+ honeymoons, safaris, cruises, beach escapes, private tours and group trips, with every itinerary designed around you. Our travel specialists combine global expertise, first-hand destination knowledge and trusted local partners to create seamless, highly personalised experiences.
Is Out Of Office a gay travel agency?
Out Of Office is an LGBTQ+ owned and run luxury travel specialist, with particular expertise in gay and LGBTQ+ travel. We understand the additional considerations that can come with travelling as an LGBTQ+ person or couple, from local laws and customs to finding genuinely welcoming hotels and experiences.
We welcome every traveller, including friends, families and allies. Many of our clients are not members of the LGBTQ+ community, but choose Out Of Office for our luxury travel expertise, personalised service and discretion.
Do you create tailor-made LGBTQ+ holidays?
Yes. Every tailor-made trip with Out Of Office is designed from scratch around your interests, travel style, budget and the way you want to experience a destination. We can arrange luxury hotels, private transfers, flights, guides, excursions, cruises and special experiences as part of one personalised itinerary. The journeys shown on our website are there to inspire you rather than restrict you; only clearly identified group departures operate as fixed itineraries.
How do you choose LGBTQ+ friendly hotels and destinations?
We combine first-hand destination knowledge with trusted local expertise to recommend luxury hotels, resorts and experiences where LGBTQ+ travellers can feel informed and welcome. We also consider the laws, customs and attitudes of each destination, because LGBTQ+ rights and experiences differ around the world. Our team regularly visit many of the properties we work with and where a destination requires greater awareness, we give you clear and considered advice so that you can make an informed decision about where and how you travel.
Our Experts
The UK is home to not one, but four magical countries. Many tourists choose to combine a couple into one trip, perhaps Wales and Scotland.
London is one of my favourite destinations and can so easily be combined with the equally chic city of Paris into one twin-city trip.
We plant trees for every booking
For every booking made with Out Of Office we commit to planting trees in your name to help reduce the impact of travel on future generations. You'll even get a link to see where your trees are planted in the world via our partner Ecologi.
We donate to Rainbow Railroad with every booking
Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ people escape state-sponsored violence and persecution. A donation goes with every trip we sell, funded by us and never added to your price.
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Tell us where you would love to go, when you are thinking of travelling and what kind of trip you have in mind. One of our LGBTQ+ travel specialists will create a tailor-made itinerary designed around your destination, style and preferences.
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