Exploring Britain, Ireland & Scotland

Starting from USD 2999

Duration

16 days
Group Size

5 to 10
Difficulty
Easy
Season
April - May

Exploring Britain, Ireland & Scotland

Travel to some of the world’s most magnificent cities and through the magical countryside of Britain and Ireland. This comprehensive journey takes you through rolling farmland and across the Irish Sea, through England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Marvel at the mystery of Stonehenge. Experience Ireland’s culinary renaissance during a cooking class at one of Dublin’s premier culinary institutes. Walk in the footsteps of William Shakespeare at his birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon. Be mesmerized by the breathtaking landscapes in the English Lake District, Ireland’s Ring of Kerry and the valleys, mountains and imposing castles of North Wales. Admire the ancient Roman ruins in elegant Bath and at Hadrian’s Wall. Get acquainted with Britain’s pageantry in the royal cities of Edinburgh and London.

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Pre Night: Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt
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Dine at the base of the Eiffel Tower, with your hotel just steps away. See the city on a relaxing cruise along the Seine. Cruise through the streets in a vintage retro car, discovering the city with a local driver guide. With a full day at leisure, consider using your included ticket to the Musée D’Orsay, a renowned museum of impressionist art. Your other option is to book a pre night before the tour at the Radisson?
Day 1: Overnight Flight
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Discover the true cultural treasures of Britain and Ireland on a comprehensive journey through England, Ireland, Wales and Scotland.
Day 2: London, England - Tour Begins
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Your journey opens in the regal city of London. A capital of culture and commerce, the city blends traditional with modern. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.

Overnight Stay: Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt (Dinner)
Day 3: London
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Discover the pageantry of London as we join a local guide for a city tour. See Big Ben, Westminster, Whitehall, Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore this iconic city or perhaps partake in an optional excursion to Windsor Castle.

Overnight Stay: Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt (Breakfast)
Day 4: London - Stonehenge - Bath - Cardiff, Wales
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Travel to Stonehenge, the mysterious formation that dates back to the Stone Age. Explore various theories on how the colossal stones arrived at the location and their purpose. Continue to the elegant Georgian town of Bath to visit the Roman Bath Museum’s 2,000-year-old elaborate spas. Enjoy some time to stroll through Bath’s cobblestone streets and soak in its old-world atmosphere. Your day ends in the Welsh capital of Cardiff.

Overnight Stay: Hilton Cardiff (Breakfast)
Day 5: Cardiff - Ferry to Ireland - Waterford
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Join a local expert on a leisurely-paced walking tour of Cardiff. Learn about the city’s deep ties to the coal industry, its connection to ancient Rome and its famous Victorian shopping arcades. Take in the beautiful countryside of Wales en route to the coastal village of Fishguard. There we board the ferry for Ireland, crossing the Irish Sea. Upon arrival in Rosslare, travel to Waterford, your home for the evening. After dinner tonight top off the evening by making your very own Irish coffee!

Overnight Stay: Granville Hotel (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 6: Waterford - Blarney - Killarney
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This morning, it’s your choice! Tour the House of Waterford Crystal factory featuring a fascinating visitor’s center and a retail store housing the largest collection of Waterford Crystal in the world -OR- enjoy a leisurely-paced walking tour of Ireland’s oldest city and discover its rich Viking, Norman and Cromwellian history. Later, travel to historic Blarney Castle. Make your way to the top of the castle, lie back and kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Legend has it that if you do, you will be blessed with the "gift of eloquence." This evening it’s Diner’s Choice…tonight’s dinner is included and you’ll choose the perfect spot from a ‘menu’ of Killarney’s great restaurants.

Overnight Stay: Scotts Hotel Killarney (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 7: Killarney - Ring of Kerry - Killarney
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This morning explore Killarney National Park on a traditional jaunting car ride.* Then travel along the glorious Ring of Kerry where you’ll find some of Ireland’s most magical scenery. Pause for a moment at the Gap of Dunloe to browse for traditional Irish handcrafted goods. As we continue our journey, marvel at the vistas created by windswept cliffs, rugged mountains, lakes and picturesque villages.

Overnight Stay: Scotts Hotel Killarney (Breakfast)
Day 8: Killarney - Rock of Cashel - Dublin
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Today we venture through the “Golden Vale” en route to the awe-inspiring Rock of Cashel. Be amazed by its imposing facade and visit the spot where St. Patrick preached. Continue on to vibrant Dublin.

Overnight Stay: Herbert Park Hotel (Breakfast)
Day 9: Killarney - Rock of Cashel - Dublin
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Today we venture through the “Golden Vale” en route to the awe-inspiring Rock of Cashel. Be amazed by its imposing facade and visit the spot where St. Patrick preached. End your day in the exciting city of Dublin, with time to discover the city’s charm on your own.

Overnight Stay: Herbert Park Hotel (Breakfast)
Day 10: Dublin
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Discover Dublin’s past and present on a locally guided tour highlighting the Bank of Ireland, O’Connell Street, Grafton Street, Phoenix Park and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Later, experience for yourself the welcoming nature of the Irish as you set out to explore the “Fair City” on your own. Tonight, give traditional Irish cuisine a modern twist during a cooking class and dinner at one of Dublin’s premier culinary institutions.

Overnight Stay: Herbert Park Hotel (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 11: Dublin - Ferry to Wales - Cheshire
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Ferry across the Irish Sea to Holyhead, Wales. As you traverse northern Wales, pass Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, the town with the longest name in the world. Make a stop at majestic Caernarfon Castle, where Charles was crowned Prince of Wales. Then, continue through the Welsh countryside and discover some of the most magnificent scenery in all of Britain. Tonight, experience dinner at a traditional English carvery.

Overnight Stay: Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 12: Cheshire - Lake District - Gretna Green, Scotland - Edinburgh
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Travel north into England’s scenic Lake District. Here you’ll feel the inspirational appeal of the region’s quintessential English villages, Lake Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere. Crossing into Scotland, stop in the town of Gretna Green where generations of runaway couples eloped. Continue to Edinburgh, Scotland’s majestic capital city. This evening it’s Diner’s Choice…tonight’s dinner is included and you’ll choose the perfect spot from a "menu" of Edinburgh’s great restaurants.

Overnight Stay: Apex Grassmarket Hotel (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 13: Edinburgh
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Today it’s your choice! Come to know this regal city during a locally guided panoramic city coach tour -OR- for a different perspective, join a local expert and explore the city on foot. Both tours include a visit to Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish Crown Jewels, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse,** the Queen’s official residence in Edinburgh and former home of Mary, Queen of Scots. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax or explore the city independently.

Overnight Stay: Apex Grassmarket Hotel (Breakfast)
Day 14: Edinburgh - York, England
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En route to England, visit Hadrian’s Wall. Construction of this ancient structure began in A.D. 122 and since that time, it has served as the northern border of the Roman Empire. Continue to the historic city of York. Find yourself surrounded by the charms of history as you explore its quaint narrow streets. Walk on the famous “Shambles” and see the magnificent 13th-century Minster.

Overnight Stay: Holiday Inn York City Centre (Breakfast)
Day 15: York - Stratford-upon-Avon
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Journey to charming Stratford-upon-Avon. Step back in time as we visit William Shakespeare’s birthplace. Afterward, it’s your choice! Tour Anne Hathaway's thatch-roofed cottage, the childhood home of the author's wife -OR- set out on a leisurely cruise along the Avon River. This evening we gather to say farewell to this captivating region over dinner.

Overnight Stay: Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel & Spa (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 16: Stratford-upon-Avon - Tour Ends
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Depart today with many fond memories of lovely Britain and Ireland.

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Accomodation

As per the itinerary.

Medical Kit Required

Refund

Life is unpredictable and we understand that sometimes you have to cancel or change your trip dates and it is our endeavor to make it as easy as possible for you. However, please understand that we plan everything including guide fees, permits, accommodation and ration in advance. Therefore, any cancellation means inconvenience and certain losses to the people involved in various stages of the program. Keeping that in mind, our cancellation charges are as below,

Cancellations prior to 30 days from the start of the event: Full refund as cash. Cancellations between 30 days and 15 days to the start of the event: 50 % refund as cash. Cancellations less than 15 days to the start of the event: No refund. Cancellations will be accepted only by email.

Note: We reserve the right to cancel a program before departure in the event of logistical problems arising due to natural calamities, strikes, wars or any other circumstances that make the event inadvisable. In this case, we will refund 50% of the event fees.