As the festive season begins and lights shine a little brighter, Grand UK Holidays is marking the countdown to Christmas with a brand-new travel series: The 12 Days of Christmas Blog.
*All details correct at time of publish (28 November 2025)
Designed to inspire holidaymakers planning their next escape, the campaign brings together twelve standout journeys for 2026, from winter warmers and coastal classics to scenic spring adventures and cultural city breaks.
The collection showcases some of the most characterful experiences across the UK and Europe, each one thoughtfully paired with the traditional verses of the Christmas carol.
Whether travellers are dreaming of quiet countryside, a touch of luxury, or immersive history, the series offers fresh ideas to spark wanderlust well into the new year.
Highlights include:
Day 1 – Eden Project & Cream of the South West
A nod to “A Partridge in a Pear Tree”, this GOLD Tour invites travellers to explore the Eden Project’s extraordinary biomes — a global garden celebrating the relationship between people and plants.
Day 2 – Call the Midwife & the Dover Siege Experience
Inspired by “Two Turtle Doves”, this five-day escape into the Garden of England includes Chatham Dockyard, a dedicated Call the Midwife tour, Dover Castle and its remarkable “Castle Under Siege” experience.
Day 3 – Cruising the Meandering Seine
“Three French Hens” takes guests to France aboard a serene Seine river cruise, visiting Paris, Rouen, Honfleur and the historic D-Day beaches.
Day 4 – Rails, Rivers & a Taste of Royal Norfolk
“Four Calling Birds” leads to a charming combination of heritage rail, steam museum wanderings and a visit to The English Distillery.
Day 5 – Cheshire Gold & Chatsworth House
In honour of “Five Gold Rings”, this GOLD Tour offers a four-star countryside stay, a Peak District crossing, a river cruise and a visit to the beloved Chatsworth House.
Day 6 – Constable Country & Suffolk Coastlines
“Six Geese a-Laying” celebrates the peaceful landscapes that inspired Constable and Gainsborough, alongside scenic Suffolk coastal highlights teeming with wildlife.
Day 7 – Best of the Diamond Isle & Osborne House
“Seven Swans a-Swimming” recalls the curious tradition of royal ownership of swans, perfectly paired with a visit to Queen Victoria’s Osborne House.
Day 8 – Yorkshire on Screen & James Herriot Country
“Eight Maids a-Milking” steps into the landscapes behind Britain’s best-loved dramas, from All Creatures Great & Small to The Railway Children.
Day 9 – Fully Inclusive at Potters Resort
For “Nine Ladies Dancing”, travellers can expect first-class entertainment and exceptional hospitality at Potters — one of the UK’s highest-rated holiday resorts.
Day 10 – Alnwick Castle & Northumbrian Gems
“Ten Lords a-Leaping” brings guests to majestic Alnwick Castle, famous gardens, dramatic coastline, Lindisfarne and Durham.
Day 11 – The North Coast 500: A Highland Adventure
“Eleven Pipers Piping” explores Scotland’s iconic NC500, taking in white-sand beaches, rugged mountains, historic castles and unforgettable coastal scenery.
Day 12 – Northumbrian Adventure & the Edinburgh Tattoo
“Twelve Drummers Drumming” closes with a vibrant finale: Newcastle’s lively city centre, the Northumbrian coastline, a scenic rail journey to Edinburgh and the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Each itinerary is now available to view online, with full details and departure dates for 2026.
Agent Incentive
Grand UK Holidays’ early booking incentive, Cracking Grand Day Out and About!, is now live and runs until 26 January 2026. The initiative supports agents during the peak season, offering added rewards on 2026 holiday bookings and encouraging early engagement with the new programme. More updates will follow as the campaign gathers pace.
The team has been out on the road across core departure area B, visiting key agencies, meeting teams face-to-face and sharing the New Year 2026 holiday collection. Their visits have helped spotlight the trade incentive, which rewards early bookings and gives partners extra time to take full advantage.
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