Cox & Kings, founded in 1758, holds the distinction of being the world's longest-established travel company. From its origins as a regimental agent to the British Army's Foot Guards, it grew into a celebrated specialist in luxury small group tours and tailor-made private holidays, taking travellers to the most captivating destinations on earth.
With over 260 years of experience, Cox & Kings built its reputation on meticulous planning, insider knowledge, and an uncompromising commitment to quality. Every itinerary was crafted by destination specialists, ensuring that whether a traveller sought an intimate wildlife safari, a cultural journey through ancient cities, or a lavish round-the-world adventure, the experience was thoughtfully designed from start to finish. In 2019 the brand was acquired by Abercrombie & Kent UK, continuing its legacy under new stewardship.
Cox & Kings offered two core ways to travel: guided small group tours with like-minded explorers, and fully private tailor-made itineraries built entirely around individual preferences. Destinations spanned every continent, from the temples of India and the wildlife plains of East Africa to the fjords of Scandinavia and the ancient ruins of Latin America. All itineraries were flexible, allowing travellers to add extra sightseeing days, build in time to relax, or adjust routes to suit their pace.
The Cox & Kings range stretched from short cultural breaks to extended round-the-world journeys, catering to solo travellers, couples, and small groups alike. Holidays were graded to suit different budgets and travel styles within the luxury segment, from comfortably appointed small-group departures to fully private tours with bespoke accommodation. Expert local guides, carefully selected hotels, and seamless logistics were hallmarks of every departure.
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Cox & Kings was founded on 25 May 1758, making it the world's longest-established travel company with a heritage spanning more than 265 years. It began as a regimental agent to the British Army's Foot Guards before evolving into a specialist leisure travel operator.
Cox & Kings specialised in luxury small group escorted tours and fully tailor-made private holidays. Their programme covered short cultural breaks through to round-the-world itineraries, with destinations across Asia, Africa, the Americas, Europe, and beyond.
Yes. Even on guided group departures, Cox & Kings built flexibility into the itinerary, allowing travellers to extend stays, add optional excursions, or adjust the pace of the journey. Private tailor-made holidays were designed entirely from scratch around each client's preferences.
Abercrombie & Kent UK acquired Cox & Kings in 2019, continuing to offer luxury tours under the brand's long-standing ethos of expert-led, high-quality travel experiences.
The company operated across all major continents, with particularly well-regarded programmes in India, East Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, Japan, Latin America, and Antarctica. Wildlife safaris, cultural immersion tours, and expedition-style adventures were all represented in their range.
Yes. The small group tour format made Cox & Kings a popular choice for solo travellers, providing the companionship of a guided group alongside expert local knowledge, without the need to organise logistics independently.
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