Creating Unforgettable Experiences
Auriel Holidays has over 20 years experience in crafting unforgettable tailor-made holidays, so now is the perfect time to start planning your next trip! Explore the United Kingdom and the varied cultures of continental Europe once again, or venture further afield Worldwide. We have trusted relationships with an extensive network of handpicked destination specialists, as well as access to all the best cruise deals and luxury hotels worldwide.
In Europe we offer tailor-made road trips, river cruises, independent train journeys and escorted rail tours visiting the famous cities of incredible Italy, the vineyards & lavender fields of France, the cobbled courtyards of Spain and beaches of Portugal. The Acropolis is just one of 18 World Heritage sites in Greece, whilst the sparkling islands of Croatia are waiting to be explored. A rail trip is a great way to explore the stunning scenery of Switzerland and Austria, the awesome fjords of Norway, the great cities of Germany, the Czech Republic and Hungary. The other-worldly scenery of Iceland is also easily accessible.
Perfect winter escapes include Dubai & Abu Dhabi, lush Madeira, unspoiled Azores and the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean. In the Mediterranean you can consider wonderful Sicily, stunning Mallorca, historic Malta or welcoming Cyprus. Alternatively you can fly to one of the spectacular Indian Ocean islands, or soak up the sun in Cuba & the Caribbean.
Worldwide some of our most popular destinations are the USA and stunning Canada, laid-back Australia, beautiful New Zealand and modern Japan. The varied cultures, history and beaches of South East Asia and incredible India are fascinating, whilst the landscapes and wildlife of Central America and South America will create unforgettable memories. A thrilling wildlife safari in Africa is also truly aspirational. You can take advantage of one of our well-priced packages, or let us create a tailor-made itinerary especially for you. We have access to a wide range of accommodation, ranging from simple guest houses to small boutique hotels & luxury all-inclusive resorts.
All Auriel Holidays can be tailor-made to your exact requirements, so if you have any special requirements, or need wheelchair accessible accommodation due to limited mobility, just let us know.
Booking Conditions: Auriel Holidays is ABTA bonded (P8305) and Hays Travel booking conditions apply to us as agents: https://www.haystravel.co.uk/booking-conditions.
A personal message from our founder
Travel has been my life since I founded 2by2 Holidays over 20 years ago, to share my love for the wildlife & people of Africa, Latin America & India. Since then, we have expanded our horizons significantly and Auriel Holidays now brings you a range of wonderful itineraries in the UK, Europe and Worldwide - including a carefully designed selection of road trips, train journeys, cruises, island hopping holidays, small group and private tours, all of which can be tailor-made to your needs.
We have trusted relationships with an extensive network of handpicked destination specialists, as well as access to all the best cruise deals and luxury hotel worldwide, through our membership of the Hays Independence Group. Our experienced and well-travelled team of consultants is looking forward to helping you create yet another unforgettable holiday experience!
Claire Farley
United Kingdom + Ireland
Our incredibly diverse home islands are steeped in history, offering numerous holiday options - all tailor-made to your exact requirements.
Scotland is extraordinarily beautiful, with cloud-topped highlands, strong cultural heritage, rugged coastline stretching over 6,000 miles & wildlife-rich isles such as Skye, Orkney & Shetland.
Ireland is called the ‘Emerald Isle’ because of its stunning western coastline, known as the Wild Atlantic Way, and Irish hospitality is legendary.
England is a green & pleasant land, with cities & landscapes that inspired Shakespeare, Dickens & Wordsworth, from the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, Devon & Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly.
Wales is known for its mountains, beaches, castles, steam trains and magnificent national parks such as the Brecon Beacons, Pembrokeshire & Snowdonia.
The gorgeous Channel Islands are also on our doorstep.
Europe
Explore the sleepy villages, fabulous cities and sun-kissed Mediterranean beaches of Europe, with its rich history, wonderful gastronomy & amazing cultural experiences - all tailor-made to your exact requirements.
Enjoy the countryside of France, incredible Italy, glorious Spain or historic Portugal on a road trip, by train or air. Alternatively island-hop in Greece or in spectacular Croatia.
Iceland offers other-worldly scenery and the fjords of Norway are simply breathtaking, whilst seeing the Northern Lights in Sweden is unforgettable. Austria, Switzerland and Germany all offer exciting cities, awesome scenery and wonderful walking and rail trips.
The vibrant Czech Republic, historic Hungary, the lakes of Slovenia and rural Romania are also waiting to be discovered.
For winter sun, you can escape to the warm Canary Islands, sub-tropical Madeira, relaxed Cyprus, historic Malta, or Mallorca in the Balearic Islands.
Worldwide
From Asia to Antarctica and from Persia to Peru, the world is waiting to be explored - all tailor-made to your exact requirements.
From the great cities and iconic sights of the USA, incredible Canada, stunning Australia and New Zealand to the wildlife of Africa, fascinating Japan and China.
View the cultural treasures & tigers of incredible India & ancient Buddhist sites in Sri Lanka. Take a cultural tour of Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia, see orangutans in Borneo and relax on the beaches of Thailand.
Central America offers turtles, birds, rainforest wildlife & Mayan history. In South America exciting Brazil is home to the Amazon & Pantanal wetlands; Peru offers Inca treasures including Machu Picchu; small Ecuador protects the unique Galapagos Islands; whilst both Argentina & Chile have winelands & incredible landscapes, ranging from glaciers to deserts.
To escape the winter, you can soak up the sun in Dubai & Abu Dhabi, or fly to the stunning Indian Ocean islands or Cuba & the Caribbean.
Let’s plan your trip
We look forward to discussing your holiday. Just let us know when you want to travel & any special requests.
Address: 1 Place Farm, Wheathampstead, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 8SB
Telephone: 01582 766122 (in an emergency outside normal hours, select option 1)
Email: hello@aurielholidays.co.uk
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