Britain and Ireland Highlights

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  • Booking Type Instant booking
  • duration 10 days
  • tour type Group
  • age requirement 5-95 yrs
  • max group size 48
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-22543
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts London, England
  • Ends London, England
  • +5
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Cardiff: Enjoy a hearty Be My Guest Welsh dinner with a farming family and their animals in the beautiful award-winning vineyards of Wales.
  • Dublin: Visit the Guinness Storehouse to see how the world’s most famous stout is created then enjoy the distinctive taste of a perfectly chilled pint of Guinness.
  • Kildare: Admire Ireland's finest thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud Farm.
  • Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour.
  • York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city.
  • Stratford-upon-Avon: Learn about the life of William Shakespeare, arguably history's most famous writer, when you visit his birthplace. Then enjoy some time to explore this pretty town with its iconic Tudor houses.
  • Gretna Green: Visit the famous spot where runaway lovers were married.
  • Lake District: Drive through the hauntingly beautiful Lakes District, immortalized by literary greats of the Romantic Movement.
  • Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse.
  • Belfast: Join a Local Specialist to hear about the history of the city and learn of its progress and current prosperity. See the murals in different locations indicating the political sentiments of local residents.
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The "Britain And Ireland Highlights" trip starts and ends in London. The "Britain And Ireland Highlights" trip is a city sightseeing tour that takes 10 days. You will travel through Dublin, Glasgow, Waterford and 4 other destinations visiting Wales, England and 2 more countries. This is a guided group tour. The trip includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

Short on travel time but want to see all the Britain and Ireland highlights? This trip delivers the genius of Shakespeare, Waterford crystal creations in Ireland and a hearty Welsh dinner at a local vineyard, with a side of ancient history, in just over one week.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Welcome to London
  • Day 2: Stratford-upon-Avon, York and on to Harrogate
  • Day 3: Through the Scenic Lake District to Glasgow
  • Day 4: Explore Enchanting Edinburgh
  • Day 5: Cross the Irish Sea to Belfast and Dublin
  • Day 6: Discover Diverse Dublin Dive Into Culture
  • Day 7: Journey to Kilkenny and on to Waterford Dive Into Culture
  • Day 8: Ferry Across to Cultural Cardiff Connect with Locals
  • Day 9: Soak up Bath and Stonehenge then off to London
  • Day 10: Farewell London
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • London: The services of a Brendan Vacations Local Host when you stay at Brendan Vacations's recommended London hotel
  • London: Pick-up and drop-off when you stay at the Brendan Vacations recommended London hotel, booked through Brendan Vacations
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
Meals
  • 9 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Dinner (D)
Transport
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Ferry across the Irish Sea from Scotland to Northern Ireland
  • Ferry across the Irish Sea from Ireland to South Wales
Guide
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Others
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Optional Experiences and free time
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to/from London are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this Britain and Ireland Highlights tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Britain and Ireland Highlights tour. You can cancel the tour up to 62 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 61 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 29 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 29 May 2024, a deposit of 200 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 61 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Britain and Ireland Highlights tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Britain and Ireland Highlights tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • Awarded "Safe Travels" stamp
  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure Children aged 17 years and under must present either a negative COVID-19 test, proof of recovery or proof of full vaccination.
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