UK Itinerary Planning Consultation

Book a UK Itinerary Planning Consultation with us!

Are you planning your UK itinerary but feeling overwhelmed? Do you have a rough itinerary but would benefit from some help to fine-tune aspects of it? Do you have questions about the logistics of getting around the UK by train or car? Or would you simply like to plan your itinerary with experienced UK travellers to help you make the most of your trip?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, why not book an itinerary consultation with us?

In addition to everything you find on the websites (this and our sister site London Travel Planning), our private Facebook group and our popular UK Travel Planning podcast we are also available for private travel consultations.

SUMMARY OF SERVICES AVAILABLE

TYPE OF CONSULT	1:1 with Doug & Tracy	VIA Zoom	Slots Available?
VIDEO REVIEW	❌	❌	✅	Book Here
1 HOUR	✅	✅	✅	Book Here

Not sure which UK planning option is right for you?

Use this quick guide to choose the best next step based on where you are in your planning.

Do you have a clear UK route yet?

No – I’m still figuring out where to go Yes – I mostly know my route

Is transport (especially trains) what’s holding you back?

Yes – trains, tickets, passes, reservations No – I need broader itinerary feedback

How would you like help reviewing your plans?

Recorded feedback I can rewatch Talk it through live

What is included in a consultation?

During a 1:1 consultation, you will receive

• Uninterrupted time with Tracy and Doug Collins to receive 1-on-1 tailored advice about your itinerary. We also answer any practical questions or concerns you may have about your trip including:
  • Helping you to develop and/or fine-tune your itinerary to ensure you make the most of your time
  • Answering frequently asked questions such as what to pack, where to eat etc
  • Provide suggestions about relevant tours, activities and day trips
  • Offer tips and practical advice

• We will also send (via email) a Google sheet within 3 days of our discussion with personalised recommendations and suggestions discussed during the call.

• A 30% discount code for our London Travel Guide & Itinerary Planner & UK Itinerary Planners

⭐️ New – Itinerary Review (recorded video review)

This is an exciting new option for those who would like expert feedback on your itinerary and have questions about your trip. This is the perfect option for you if you would like a little guidance but not a full consult.

Once you book a video review and send your itinerary and questions, we will review them and answer via video recording.

Within a week of us receiving your itinerary, you will receive a link to watch the video and a document containing any relevant links and resources.

Just some of the wonderful feedback from previous clients

“Listening to the UKTP podcasts and then booking a one-to-one consultation with Doug and Tracy were the smartest things we did while planning our trip. I always wished I had a travel-savvy friend to help me plan – and now I do. Our call felt like sitting down with friends over a cup of tea, and they helped us narrow our focus so we can enjoy our UK visit without feeling stressed.”
— Lori, UK Itinerary Planning Consultation client

“Do yourself a favor and have Tracy and Doug help you plan your trip to the UK. Through their itinerary planning service, we were able to narrow down our southern England trip to a manageable number of stops while still experiencing a variety of English settings. Meeting with them on Zoom was like talking with friends — they really listened to what we wanted. Their suggestions have given us great peace of mind as we head overseas.”
— Maryann & Eileen, USA
UK Itinerary Planning Consultation clients

“I just want to say how fabulous this site — and Tracy and Doug — have been in helping us plan our trip. This is my first overseas adventure, and after doing the itinerary challenge followed by the itinerary review, everything finally clicked. Their local knowledge saved us heaps of time and unnecessary miles, and their suggestions were spot on with our interests. We’ve finished finalising everything and now we wait for September — beyond excited!”
— Kate & Sally, Queensland, Australia

“Using Doug and Tracy’s service was not an expense – it was a savings and a direct deposit into making my trip to London a pleasurable and enjoyable experience. What came back to me was a beautifully organized itinerary with commuting options, opening times, realistic day trips, and activities grouped by neighborhood so nothing felt rushed or wasted. I could never have done this alone – and I lived in New York for ten years!”
— Shelly McGuire, Memphis, TN
London Travel Planning Review client

“Just a fabulous experience. I really felt like Tracy and Doug gave their true time and expertise with their suggestions. They felt genuinely invested in my trip, followed up thoughtfully, and completely eased my mind. Money very well spent.”
— Melissa
Video Review

“If you’re planning a trip to the UK and you’re a planner like me who’s already built an itinerary, I highly recommend doing the Itinerary Review with Tracy and Doug. We found their feedback absolutely invaluable.”
— Jill
Video Review

“All the resources that Doug and Tracy offered made our first international trip a success and helped calm my nerves before traveling.”
— Laura
Consultation client

“The planning was fantastic — it was like an A to Z guide on everything I needed to know. I had planned to visit many places, and Tracy and Doug helped me be realistic about my destinations. I was quite nervous about catching trains, but with their guidance I traveled alone from London to Scotland by train with confidence.”
— Nilu, New Zealand
1:1 Consultation client

Book a private consultation with UK travel experts

Doug is a UK train travel guru having worked on the UK rail network for over 25 years. He is also the author of the Guide to UK Train Travel ebook. If you are planning to travel by train Doug is the one to chat to!

We love helping visitors to the UK plan their trips and have made some fantastic friends all over the world through our consultations.

We look forward to chatting with you and helping you plan your perfect UK itinerary.

FAQs about the UK Itinerary Consultation & Review Service

How long should I book for?

We charge $247 per hour.

We recommend booking a 1-hour session initially, and then, if needed, you can book another to follow up once you have had a chance to reflect on any advice. We can extend sessions if available, and we will then bill pro rata.

While we are happy to answer 1 or 2 follow-up questions, we request that you book a follow-up session if you require further assistance.

How does the itinerary consultation and review service work?

Step 1 – Choose your consultation time below. Book the itinerary consultation & review session to discuss your UK itinerary with us at a time that suits you using the calendar below.

You will be taken to a payments page once you have selected a date and time.

Please note all prices quoted are in US$

Step 2 – You will receive a confirmation email and Zoom link for the session (if booking a 1:1 consult)

Step 3 – Please send us a copy of your draft itinerary (if you have one) and/or questions at least 48 hours prior to the session at [email protected] (please put ‘Itinerary Review” in the subject line). This will give us time to prepare and ultimately save time during the call. 

Step 4 – You will receive a reminder email 24 hours prior to the session.

Step 5 – We meet via Zoom and chat through your proposed itinerary.

Step 6 – Within 3 days we will send out a PDF with any personalised recommendations made during the consultation.

What is not included?

Please note that while we can help organise a personalised itinerary with you that we do not include any booking services. We are not travel agents and therefore cannot make any bookings on your behalf.

We will however provide you with any accommodation, tours and services that we recommend.

Please double-check the dates and information prior to booking your itinerary. We do our very best to help you plan your trip, but we are not liable for your vacation.

If you contact us during your trip to ask quick questions about your route or any recommendations, we will try to get back to you as quickly as possible, but we can’t guarantee we can provide advice at short notice. 

Terms & Conditions

• Payment Terms:

Payment for your UK Itinerary Review is required in full in advance of the session.

• Refund Policy:

Please note that we do not offer refunds.

In the event that we have to cancel your booking due to a personal emergency, we will provide you with as much notice as possible and send you a link to reschedule our session at a time that suits you.

Alternatively, we can offer you a full refund.

• Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy:

If you can no longer attend you can cancel the session up to 24 hours in advance and reschedule to another date or request a refund.

If you cancel less than 24 hours before your session you will not be entitled to reschedule or a refund.

Book your UK Itinerary Planning Consultation

More feedback from previous itinerary consultation clients

“The itinerary consultations are SO worth it! I research everything and consider myself a dedicated planner, and the consultation with Tracy and Doug was still absolutely invaluable. You will not regret it — it truly is a personalized concierge service.”
— Kathryn, Chicago, USA
Itinerary Consultation client

“Tracy and Doug were incredibly helpful in answering my questions about traveling in the UK. They took the time to understand my interests and suggested experiences I never would have found on my own. For anyone with questions about traveling by train, you won’t find anyone more knowledgeable than Doug. As a first-time UK traveler, their consultation was a game-changer – all my loose ends and uncertainties were wrapped up in just 45 minutes.”
— Lori A., USA
Consultation client

“I would highly recommend this service! Tracy and Doug were incredibly thorough and gave me serious peace of mind. I was so impressed by their genuine kindness and support. Thanks to them, I feel very confident in my three-week UK travel plan – any changes needed to make it easier and more realistic were thoughtfully reviewed. They truly provide a great service.”
— Tina Lou Lang, USA
Consultation client

*As a travel consultant, we will help organise a personalised itinerary for you. We do not, however, book on your behalf. You’ll be free to finalise your itinerary and to book wherever you like. Please double-check the dates and information provided before booking your itinerary. Though we’ll do our very best, we are not liable for your vacation.