Absolute Escapes

Absolute Escapes Expertly crafted walking holidays and self-drive tours in the UK & Ireland. We believe that travel should be exciting, intriguing, rejuvenating and memorable.

Absolute Escapes was founded with the belief that we could offer imaginative and unique travel experiences. Our innovative approach to arranging self-guided walking holidays and self-drive holidays allows us the opportunity to share some of the UK and Ireland's most spectacular scenery, finest historic monuments, and unique attractions. That's why we've created a company staffed by the most knowle

dgeable, passionate and enthusiastic experts available. Our philosophy is to offer holidays tailored to your individual requirements. We use our expert knowledge to seek out the best that the UK has to offer - the best places to stay, the best experiences, the best routes - and we take away the hard work by arranging it all for you.

Fancy a pint? ๐Ÿบ Guinness tastes better in Ireland - trust us, weโ€™ve tried it ourselves.You can experience this too on ou...
24/01/2025

Fancy a pint? ๐Ÿบ Guinness tastes better in Ireland - trust us, weโ€™ve tried it ourselves.

You can experience this too on our new Irish self-drive tours, with a stop at the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin. ๐Ÿ€

Drumroll, please... ๐ŸฅWeโ€™re excited to announce that Clemens Gerstung has won our 2024 photo competition in the self-driv...
23/01/2025

Drumroll, please... ๐Ÿฅ

Weโ€™re excited to announce that Clemens Gerstung has won our 2024 photo competition in the self-drive category with his stunning shot of Duncansby Head! ๐ŸŽ‰

Congratulations, Clemens! Enjoy your ยฃ150 Absolute Escapes gift voucher. ๐ŸŽ

The votes are in, and we have a winner! ๐ŸฅWeโ€™re delighted to crown Simon Warner as the winner of our 2024 photo competiti...
22/01/2025

The votes are in, and we have a winner! ๐Ÿฅ

Weโ€™re delighted to crown Simon Warner as the winner of our 2024 photo competition (walking category). ๐ŸŽ‰

Simonโ€™s stunning shot, taken from beneath the historic Sligachan Old Bridge, perfectly frames the Cuillin mountains in all their rugged beauty. He captured this masterpiece while walking the iconic Skye Trail last May. ๐Ÿ”๏ธ

To celebrate, Simon has won a ยฃ150 gift voucher to use on his next Absolute Escapes adventure. Congratulations, Simon! ๐ŸŽ

Hereโ€™s what Simon had to say about his experience:
"The best long-distance walking holiday we've ever had! Skye was full of scenic and picturesque views."

Whatโ€™s the most unforgettable view youโ€™ve captured on your travels? ๐Ÿ“ท

It may be Blue Monday today, but who says blue has to be a sad colour? ๐Ÿ’™These stunning photos from our travel specialist...
20/01/2025

It may be Blue Monday today, but who says blue has to be a sad colour? ๐Ÿ’™

These stunning photos from our travel specialists celebrate the beauty of blue with shimmering seas, endless skies and majestic mountains. Which of these blues lifts your spirits the most? ๐ŸŒŠ โ›ฐ๏ธ

Itโ€™s a busy time here at Absolute Escapes, with many exciting bookings rolling in for 2025. โœจ One that has us buzzing in...
17/01/2025

Itโ€™s a busy time here at Absolute Escapes, with many exciting bookings rolling in for 2025. โœจ

One that has us buzzing in the office? Our client, Struanโ€™s epic, 69-night road trip. ๐Ÿž๏ธ ๐Ÿš— Heโ€™ll be travelling from London to Belfast with these incredible stops along the way:

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง
๐Ÿ“ London ๐ŸŒ‡
๐Ÿ“ Brighton ๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ
๐Ÿ“ Plymouth โš“
๐Ÿ“ South Devon ๐ŸŒพ
๐Ÿ“ South Cornwall ๐Ÿ–๏ธ
๐Ÿ“ North Devon ๐Ÿš
๐Ÿ“ Bath ๐Ÿ›๏ธ
๐Ÿ“ Oxford ๐ŸŽ“
๐Ÿ“ The Cotswolds ๐ŸŒฟ
๐Ÿ“ Cardiff ๐ŸŸ๏ธ
๐Ÿ“ Tenby, Pembrokeshire ๐Ÿ 
๐Ÿ“ St Davids, Pembrokeshire โ›ช
๐Ÿ“ Betws-y-Coed, Snowdonia ๐Ÿš‚
๐Ÿ“ Liverpool ๐ŸŽธ
๐Ÿ“ York ๐Ÿ‘ป
๐Ÿ“ Ambleside, The Lake District ๐Ÿฅพ
๐Ÿ“ Glasgow ๐ŸŽจ
๐Ÿ“ Fort William ๐Ÿ”๏ธ
๐Ÿ“ Isle of Skye โ›ด๏ธ
๐Ÿ“ Inverness ๐Ÿฆ•
๐Ÿ“ Aberdeen ๐Ÿฅƒ
๐Ÿ“ Pitlochry ๐ŸŒฒ
๐Ÿ“ Dundee โš“
๐Ÿ“ Stirling ๐Ÿฐ
๐Ÿ“ Northumberland coast ๐ŸŒŠ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช
๐Ÿ“ Dublin โ˜˜๏ธ
๐Ÿ“ Kilkenny ๐Ÿฐ
๐Ÿ“ Killarney ๐Ÿ›ถ
๐Ÿ“ Doolin ๐ŸŽต
๐Ÿ“ Galway City ๐ŸŒ‰
๐Ÿ“ Clifden ๐ŸŽ
๐Ÿ“ Donegal Town ๐ŸŒŠ
๐Ÿ“ Glens of Antrim ๐ŸŒŒ
๐Ÿ“ Belfast ๐Ÿšข

Weโ€™re so excited about Struanโ€™s adventure - let us know what you think of his itinerary! ๐Ÿ”๏ธ

From soaring cliffs to vast beaches - our travel specialist, Nairne, found endless inspiration for our new Irish self-dr...
15/01/2025

From soaring cliffs to vast beaches - our travel specialist, Nairne, found endless inspiration for our new Irish self-drive tours in Donegal. ๐Ÿ€

"Visiting Donegal for the first time was a truly unforgettable experience. I loved exploring the amazing Slieve League Cliffs with their jaw-dropping views over the Atlantic, as well as walking along the golden sands of Portsalon Beach."

Is Ireland's wildest county on your bucket list for 2025? ๐Ÿš—

Discover the iconic West Highland Way with tips from those who know it best! โคต๏ธ โ›ฐ๏ธ ๐Ÿฅพ
13/01/2025

Discover the iconic West Highland Way with tips from those who know it best! โคต๏ธ โ›ฐ๏ธ ๐Ÿฅพ

Click here to discover more about this legendary trail.

Some traditions never get old! Whether you walked the West Highland Way last week or last decade, we bet you've got a ph...
10/01/2025

Some traditions never get old! Whether you walked the West Highland Way last week or last decade, we bet you've got a photo with 'Mr. Sore Feet' in Fort William. ๐Ÿฅพ

Swipe to see our amazing clients' finish line celebrations, then share your own photo below. ๐Ÿ‘‡

Planning your Irish escape just got simpler. With our new self-drive tours, you can explore Irelandโ€™s stunning landscape...
03/01/2025

Planning your Irish escape just got simpler. With our new self-drive tours, you can explore Irelandโ€™s stunning landscapes and hidden gems your way. ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ€ Discover expert tips in our latest blog.

From rugged coastlines to charming villages, our guide has everything you need to plan a memorable Irish adventure. โœจ

Happy New Year from all of us at Absolute Escapes! โœจWhatโ€™s sparking your excitement for 2025? For us, itโ€™s the excitemen...
01/01/2025

Happy New Year from all of us at Absolute Escapes! โœจ

Whatโ€™s sparking your excitement for 2025? For us, itโ€™s the excitement of uncovering new destinations and revisiting beloved favourites - always with you in mind.

Our team is back in the office tomorrow and ready to help make your travel dreams come to life. Wishing you all a wonderful year full of adventure! โ›ฐ๏ธ

As our 20th year comes to a close, we want to thank all our amazing suppliers for your support this year. ๐Ÿก ๐Ÿ’™From lookin...
30/12/2024

As our 20th year comes to a close, we want to thank all our amazing suppliers for your support this year. ๐Ÿก ๐Ÿ’™

From looking after our clients on their holidays to hosting our team during research trips, your dedication means so much to us. Weโ€™re truly grateful to work alongside such passionate and hardworking people.

Wishing you a well-deserved rest over the festive season. We canโ€™t wait to continue working with you in 2025! ๐Ÿฅ‚

Feeling stuck in the festive limbo? Letโ€™s turn those post-Christmas blues into something to look forward to! ๐ŸคฉDiscover t...
28/12/2024

Feeling stuck in the festive limbo? Letโ€™s turn those post-Christmas blues into something to look forward to! ๐Ÿคฉ

Discover the joy of planning your next adventure with Absolute Escapes. ๐Ÿ”๏ธ Whether itโ€™s walking breathtaking trails or exploring scenic roads, weโ€™ll craft the perfect getaway for you in 2025. ๐Ÿฅพ ๐Ÿš—

Start the New Year with something exciting on the horizon. Explore our website and make an enquiry today! ๐Ÿ‘‡

www.absoluteescapes.com

Is your favourite photo in the lead? ๐Ÿ“ท With just five days left to vote, every vote counts in our photo competition (wal...
26/12/2024

Is your favourite photo in the lead? ๐Ÿ“ท With just five days left to vote, every vote counts in our photo competition (walking category)! ๐Ÿ’™

Head to our website, choose the photo that inspires you the most and help crown this yearโ€™s winner. ๐Ÿฅ‡ ๐Ÿ‘‡

www.absoluteescapes.com/blog/2024-photo-competition-walking-holidays

Merry Christmas from the Absolute Escapes team! ๐ŸŽ„A big thank you to all our wonderful clients and suppliers for your inc...
25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from the Absolute Escapes team! ๐ŸŽ„

A big thank you to all our wonderful clients and suppliers for your incredible support this year. Wishing you a joyful and festive holiday season! ๐ŸŽ…

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas this year? โ˜ƒ๏ธWeโ€™re hoping for one too! No matter what the weather's doing where yo...
23/12/2024

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas this year? โ˜ƒ๏ธ

Weโ€™re hoping for one too! No matter what the weather's doing where you are, our team is always here to share the magic of the seasons with you. โ„๏ธ

Howโ€™s the weather looking in your part of the world? Weโ€™d love to hear from you! ๐ŸŒจ๏ธ

The Winter Solstice is here - a moment to seek the quiet beauty found in darkness.'To go in the dark with a light is to ...
21/12/2024

The Winter Solstice is here - a moment to seek the quiet beauty found in darkness.

'To go in the dark with a light is to know the light.
To know the dark, go dark. Go without sight,
and find that the dark, too, blooms and sings,
and is travelled by dark feet and dark wings.'
- To Know the Dark by Wendell Berry

From the heart of Edinburgh, may this solstice bring you peace - with the promise of brighter days ahead! โ„๏ธ๐Ÿ•ฏ

Curious about what makes an Absolute Escapes self-drive holiday so special? ๐ŸŒŸWe believe the best way to answer that is t...
19/12/2024

Curious about what makes an Absolute Escapes self-drive holiday so special? ๐ŸŒŸ

We believe the best way to answer that is through the words of our clients. Check out some of the heartfelt reviews weโ€™ve received this year. ๐Ÿ’™

When youโ€™re ready to create your own memories, weโ€™re here to help:

www.absoluteescapes.com/contact-us

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Dovecot Studios, 10 Infirmary Street
Edinburgh
EH11LT

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+441316101210

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Absolute Escapes - Our Story

Absolute Escapes was founded in Scotland with the belief that we could offer imaginative and unique travel experiences. Our innovative approach to arranging self-guided walking holidays and tailor-made itineraries allows us the opportunity to share some of the UK's most spectacular scenery, finest historic monuments and many unique attractions.

We believe that travel should be exciting, intriguing, rejuvenating and memorable. That's why we've created a company staffed by the most knowledgeable, passionate and enthusiastic experts available.

Our philosophy is to offer special holidays tailored to your individual requirements. We use our expert knowledge to seek out the best that the UK has to offer - the best places to stay, the best experiences, the best routes and we take away the hard work by arranging it all for you.

As each of our holidays are individually booked, you have complete freedom and independence during your trip. Attention to detail is key and our highly trained consultants will ensure that every element of your travel itinerary is planned to the last detail.