Tailor-made European Holidays
Designed Around You

Discover Europe differently with High Point Holidays. Our local travel experts create tailor-made holidays filled with authentic experiences, meaningful encounters, and carefully selected places that bring every destination to life.

From immersive cultural journeys to exceptional walking holidays, every trip is designed around your passions, interests and travel style.

Begin Your European Adventure
Book with confidence

Travel Differently with Authentic Local Experiences

Family admiring the iconic London skyline from the River Thames during a tailor-made family vacation in England with High Point Holidays.

At High Point Holidays, we create tailor-made holidays across Europe for travellers seeking more than a standard itinerary. From walking holidays and countryside escapes to cultural journeys, romantic celebrations and family adventures, every trip is designed around your interests, pace and travel style.

Our local experts craft authentic travel experiences across France, the United Kingdom, Ireland and beyond, combining hand-picked accommodation, meaningful encounters and seamless organisation. Whether you dream of exploring hidden villages, walking scenic trails, discovering historic cities or enjoying food, wine and local traditions, we design journeys that feel personal, effortless and unforgettable.

Where experience is everything

Start Planning Your Journey

Tailor-made holidays across Europe since 2009

Our tailor-made immersive tours, fashioned to inspire and uplift, are crafted from what you tell us about your interests, passions, and sensibilities.

High Point Holidays is an independent tour operator creating unique and authentic trips in Europe, with a focus on France, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

From our creation in 2007, we have specialised in slow travel with a range of walking holidays that let you truly experience a region and what makes it special.

Our offices are based in Dorset, UK, and the Beaujolais region of France

Explore Tailor-Made Trips
FRANCE
From charming villages and world-renowned vineyards to spectacular coastlines and mountain landscapes, France offers endless opportunities for authentic and immersive travel experiences.​
VIEW TRIPS
IRELAND
Explore dramatic coastal routes, vibrant local traditions, welcoming communities and breathtaking scenery on journeys designed to reveal the true spirit of Ireland.​
VIEW TRIPS
SCOTLAND
Discover ancient castles, rugged Highlands, remote islands and rich cultural heritage through unforgettable experiences crafted around your interests.​
VIEW TRIPS
ENGLAND
From picturesque countryside escapes and historic market towns to vibrant cities and coastal walks, England combines heritage, culture and natural beauty.​
VIEW TRIPS
WALES
Tailor-made holidays in Wales showcasing spectacular coastlines, national parks, Celtic traditions and some of Europe's most rewarding walking trails.​
VIEW TRIPS
ITALY
Discover timeless beauty through historic cities, charming villages, incredible cuisine and authentic local experiences that bring Italy's unique character to life.​
VIEW TRIPS
SCANDINAVIA
From Norway's majestic fjords and the iconic Lofoten Islands to the Arctic wilderness of Lapland, discover extraordinary landscapes, outdoor adventures and authentic Nordic experiences designed around your interests.​
VIEW TRIPS

Walking Holidays & self-guided walking holidays

Couple hiking through the French countryside on a self-guided walking holiday in France.

Self-Guided Walking Holidays & Slow Travel Experiences

Discover Europe at a gentler pace. Our walking holidays are designed for travellers who want to slow down, connect with local cultures and experience each destination beyond the highlights. From coastal trails and vineyard paths to mountain villages and hidden corners, walking offers a more meaningful way to explore Europe's most remarkable landscapes.

Explore Our Walking Holidays

walking experiences

Experience The Authentic Side Of Europe

Go beyond the must-see sights and discover the people, traditions and local experiences that bring each destination to life. From hidden gems and cultural encounters to unforgettable moments off the beaten path, our journeys are designed to reveal Europe’s authentic side.

Food, Wine & Cultural Journeys

Discover Europe through its flavours, traditions and local way of life. From family-run vineyards and bustling food markets to centuries-old traditions and hidden cultural treasures, our carefully crafted journeys invite you to experience each destination through the people, places and stories that make it unique.

Explore Food & Wine Journeys

Family Holidays Designed For Meaningful Moments

The best family holidays are about more than ticking off sights. They're about sharing experiences, creating memories and discovering new places together. Our tailor-made family journeys are designed around your interests, pace and travel style, ensuring every generation enjoys an authentic and unforgettable adventure.

Discover Family Holidays
Family cycling along Lake Annecy during a tailor-made family holiday in France.

Europe's Best Authentic Experiences

Discover some of Europe's most memorable experiences, carefully selected by our local travel experts. From hidden villages and exceptional food traditions to remarkable landscapes and unique cultural encounters, these journeys showcase the very best each destination has to offer.

Explore Authentic Experiences

Why Travel with high point holiday?

Individually designed

Every trip is shaped entirely around you — your interests, your pace, your dreams — crafting a journey that feels unmistakably yours.

Responsible Travel

We tread lightly wherever we go — supporting local communities, protecting wild places, and ensuring every journey leaves more than it takes.

Flexible Travel

Plans change, and so do we — adapting itineraries on the move, so your journey always reflects how you feel in the moment.

In our hands

From the first spark of an idea to your safe return home, every detail is handled with care — so you can simply enjoy the journey.

Local experts

Our people live and breathe their destinations — sharing hidden corners, trusted contacts, and the kind of insight no guidebook could capture.

Carefully Selected Partners

Handpicked for their passion and depth of knowledge, our guides turn every moment into a story — bringing each place vividly to life.

Start Planning
your Dream Vacation

High Point Holidays is an independent tour operator creating unique and authentic trips in Europe, with a focus on France, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

See all trips

Most popular tours

View all
Exterior view of Temple Bar pub in Dublin, Ireland, on a girls trip through Ireland

A Girls Road Trip: Two Weeks Ireland Adventure

From Dublin’s literary pubs to the wild cliffs of Dingle and the quiet lanes of Connemara, this mother-daughter road trip circles the very best of Ireland — historic towns, dramatic coastlines and unforgettable local encounters.

Duration of the trip: 14 days (transports time included).

€ 14,976

View Tour
12 days
Two women relaxing in a gondola on a sunlit Venetian canal, passing ornate palaces and a striped-shirt gondolier — classic Venice gondola ride with High Point Holidays.

Girls Adventure Between Paris and Venice

Paris and Venice, side by side — cobblestone boulevards give way to quiet canals on this girls escape built for romance, art and unforgettable memories with your surroundings.

Duration of the trip: 8 days.

€ 5,090

View Tour
8 days
Girls enjoying panoramic sea views from the Exotic Garden in Èze during a tailor-made Girls Trip with High Point Holidays.

Milan & French Riviera Girls Trip Escape

Gothic cathedrals, fashion boutiques, pastel villas and cliffside villages: this girls’ getaway takes your closest friends from Milan’s Duomo to the glamour of the French Riviera, with a birthday to celebrate along the way.

Duration of the trip: 7 days.

€ 2,340

View Tour
7 days
Mother and daughter walking side-by-side through a stone‑built Edinburgh street, natural candid moment on a tailor-made Girls' Trip with High Point Holidays.

Scotland for Two: The Ultimate Mother & Daughter Escape

Royal heritage in Edinburgh, wild beauty in the Highlands — a mother-daughter journey through Scotland designed to leave you with memories that last a lifetime.

Duration of the trip : 10 days.

€ 6,201

View Tour
10 days

Your travel journey
starts here

Start Planning your European Journey

Whether you’re dreaming of a scenic walking holiday, a family adventure, a food and wine escape or a fully tailor-made journey, our travel experts are here to help create a holiday that’s uniquely yours.

Start Planning Your Trip

with the sustainable soul

Creating a responsible travel experience together

Caring for people and the planet shapes every tour we create, one mindful step at a time. At High Point Holidays we are committed to ensuring that our activities and holidays are a vector for positive change in the local community and the wider environment. That is why we are currently undertaking a full review of our activities to assess our environmental and social impacts. We will look to further minimise any negative effects whilst strengthening the positive aspects of our holidays, by enhancing the local community, its culture, economy and environment.

SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL

European Travel Inspiration & Expert Advice

Looking for ideas for your next adventure? Explore our destination guides, travel tips and expert insights covering Europe’s most inspiring places, scenic walking holidays, family adventures, food and wine experiences, cultural discoveries and authentic journeys designed by local experts.

Unforgettable escapes to destinations including Ireland, Scotland, France, Italy, Lapland and England.

Claire travel expert ireland

Meet Claire, Your Ireland Travel Expert

Meet Claire, Your Ireland Travel Expert Planning a tailor-made holiday to Ireland? Meet Claire, one of our dedicated Ireland Travel Experts at High Point Holidays. Having spent over a decade exploring and living...

read
Plan Your Tailor-Made UK or France Holiday with Jane

Meet Jane, Your UK & France Travel Expert

Planning an unforgettable journey through England, Scotland, Wales or France? Meet Jane, one of our experienced Travel Experts at High Point Holidays. Originally from the heart of England and now splitting her time...

read
travel-in-france-to-jura-high-point-holidays_baume-les-messieurs-grange

Why holiday with us in the Jura?

Don’t know much about the Jura? Looking for somewhere a bit different away from the crowds? This article will hopefully convince you that the Jura should be in your holiday plans. Located in...

read

meet our travel experts

View all
Meet our team

FAQs

Old towns, castles, and big history. Also great food, wine, thermal baths, and amazing nature like mountains and lakes. We mix famous highlights with smaller local spots so it feels real.

We specialise in tailor-made holidays across some of Europe’s most inspiring destinations, including France, Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, Italy, Spain, Lapland and the Lofoten Islands, with new destinations continually being added to our collection.

Every journey is designed around your interests, travel style and preferences. From accommodation and experiences to pace and destinations, each itinerary is carefully crafted to create a truly personalised travel experience.

Yes. Walking holidays have been at the heart of High Point Holidays since 2007. Whether you prefer scenic coastal paths, countryside trails or multi-day hikes, our walking holidays offer a slower and more immersive way to discover Europe.
Absolutely. We create tailor-made family holidays for couples, families with young children, teenagers and multi-generational groups. Every itinerary is adapted to your family’s interests, preferences and pace.

Our travel experts take the time to understand your interests, travel style and holiday aspirations. We then design a personalised itinerary, refining every detail with you until it perfectly matches your expectations

We offer a range, from stylish boutique hotels to cozy guesthouses and unique stays. We focus on places with good location, comfort, and strong reviews. If you want something special, we can add it.

Rules depend on your passport and the countries you visit. We can share general guidance, but you must check and confirm the latest rules yourself with the official authorities (embassy, consulate, or government site). Do this before booking and again close to departure.

Usually, no special vaccinations are needed for most travelers, but it depends on your situation and route. It’s smart to ask your doctor for up-to-date advice. Also make sure your routine vaccines are current.

With nearly two decades of experience, we combine expert local knowledge, personalised service and a passion for authentic travel. Our goal is to create meaningful journeys that connect you with the culture, landscapes and communities of every destination.