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We LOVED our Trafalgar tour. It was full on but we loved it. Our bus drivers driving was exceptional. He was so friendly and helpful. Our tour guide except amazing, very knowledgeable and such fun. We loved our Trafalgar tour and will definitely recommend to our friends.
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Guillia put a great self-drive tour together for us and Susana looked after us as we travelled.
(Even when we got lost)
The car and accommodation was good and the guides patient and informative.
Only issue we had was parking in small villages, garages, and cities.
Apart from the parking we had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday, thank you.
Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, Edinburgh Castle, Gretna Green, Ludlow, the Roman Baths in Bath and the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge
View Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon, York Minster in York, Hadrian's Wall and Jedburgh Abbey, Old Course St Andrews and Commando Monument
See the 18th green on the Old Course at St. Andrews and the Lake District
Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates
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.
York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city.
Durham: See Durham's Romanesque cathedral and admire the innovative audacity of its architecture.
Jedburgh: See the impressive 12th-century Jedburgh Abbey that dominates the center of town.
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.
St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from 'Chariots of Fire' was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created.
Pitlochry: Visit Pitlochry, famous for its salmon leap.
Glasgow: See the grand public buildings of Glasgow, including George Square.
Scottish Highlands: Take in the beauty of the Highlands on a scenic drive past glens, lochs and dramatic peaks. Watch the landscape shift as you travel deeper into one of Scotland’s most striking regions.
Fort William: Enjoy an excellent view of Ben Nevis from the World War II Commando Memorial.
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.
Bristol: See some of Bristol's highlights on an orientation drive with your Travel Director.
Ludlow: Explore the narrow streets and lanes in front of the castle. Admire the medieval timber-framed buildings and Tudor architecture.
Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian facades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name.
Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring megaliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.
Glencoe: Join a wildlife ranger in Glencoe and learn about the rich biodiversity of wildlife including insects, invertebrates and mammals, such as otter and fallow deer. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Hesket Newmarket: Meet Christine at Howbeck Lodge. Enjoy a few hours of Cumbrian farm life, with some farm animals' company thrown in for good measure, before sitting down to lunch.
Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates
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.
York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city.
Durham: See Durham's Romanesque cathedral and admire the innovative audacity of its architecture.
Jedburgh: See the impressive 12th-century Jedburgh Abbey that dominates the center of town.
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.
St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from 'Chariots of Fire' was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created.
Pitlochry: Visit Pitlochry, famous for its salmon leap.
Glasgow: See the grand public buildings of Glasgow, including George Square.
Scottish Highlands: Take in the beauty of the Highlands on a scenic drive past glens, lochs and dramatic peaks. Watch the landscape shift as you travel deeper into one of Scotland’s most striking regions.
Fort William: Enjoy an excellent view of Ben Nevis from the World War II Commando Memorial.
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.
Bristol: See some of Bristol's highlights on an orientation drive with your Travel Director.
Ludlow: Explore the narrow streets and lanes in front of the castle. Admire the medieval timber-framed buildings and Tudor architecture.
Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian facades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name.
Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring megaliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.
Glencoe: Join a wildlife ranger in Glencoe and learn about the rich biodiversity of wildlife including insects, invertebrates and mammals, such as otter and fallow deer. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Hesket Newmarket: Meet Christine at Howbeck Lodge. Enjoy a few hours of Cumbrian farm life, with some farm animals' company thrown in for good measure, before sitting down to lunch.
What's Included
Accommodation
London: The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotelCherrypicked hotels, all tried and trustedAll hotel tips, charges and local taxesOn occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
Meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Transport
Luxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Guide
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Others
All porterage and restaurant gratuitiesMustsee sightseeingAudio headsets for flexible sightseeingOptional Experiences and free time
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Itinerary
Ready to discover Britain's legendary sights and hidden gems? The "Amazing Britain" tour is an eight-day easy-paced journey, ideal for experienced travelers eager for a blend of history and natural beauty. Wander through London’s historic neighborhoods, unravel the mysteries of Stonehenge, and breathe in the rugged air of the Scottish Highlands. Enjoy a visit to a traditional whisky distillery in Scotland, uncovering the secrets behind this beloved local drink. The unique selling point? This tour package seamlessly weaves together Britain’s iconic landmarks and charming countryside, offering an engaging, well-rounded experience from start to finish.
day 1Welcome to London
Embrace the pomp and pageantry of a global capital with multi-cultural verve. Today is yours to explore the vibrant mix of old and new around every turn. Spend the day delving into the royal heritage of London, stroll along the tree-lined Thames or admire treasures from across the globe, before enjoying the night-time buzz of this city.
Location Visited
London
Accommodation
Hilton Kensington
day 2Journey to Stratford-upon-Avon and on to Leeds
day 3Cross Hadrians Wall and onwards to Edinburgh
day 4Discover Enchanting Edinburgh
day 5Venture into the Scottish Highlands
day 6Onwards to Loch Lomond and Glasgows Rich Legacy
day 7Explore the Lake District and Journey to Liverpool
day 8Through the Beautiful Welsh Countryside to Discover Bristol
day 9Soak up Bath and Stonehenge then off to London
day 10Goodbye London
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Suzanne B.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
We LOVED our Trafalgar tour. It was full on but we loved it. Our bus drivers driving was exceptional. He was so friendly and helpful. Our tour guide except amazing, very knowledgeable and such fun. We loved our Trafalgar tour and will definitely recommend to our friends.
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Heng C.Verified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
Tour Director was committed, knowledgeable and prepared. Driver was professional, skillful and disciplined. The coach was always clean and nice.
The sightseeing locations were good and interesting. I'm happy with my selected 4 optionals. Hotels were commendable especially the Hiltons.
However, majority of the meals (meat) selection for both included and optionals were limited to either fish or chicken only and the type manners were almost the same which were not exciting but dull. Also, please note that the meal qualities diminished when tour resumed after the covid period. Fyi, my wife and I joined the Trafalgar Travel Tours since 2016 n this is my 8th and my wife 9th tour with Trafalgar.
First encounter that this Amazing Britian tour doesn't provide transportation services from airport to hotel and hotel to airport. Only knew of this exclusion after we bought the tour. Not convenient especially when have big luggages and at senior age.
Thank you and regards...
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Mei F.Verified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
Very long coach drive but manageable. The included dinners were so so only. Either chicken breast or fish. The “be my guest” from the first time I joined Trafalgar, the quality of the food has deteriorated so much.
Overall trip was good with TD and the driver.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
3.0 | Average
Unfortunately, the tour began quite poorly due to the attitude of the tour guide. At the beginning of the trip, she came across as disconnected, and rather despondent. My travel companion was so uncomfortable she actually considered leaving the tour altogether.
It was only after my travel buddy emailed the company that there was a noticeable improvement in the atmosphere and organisation of the tour. Prior to that, the experience felt quite disappointing and unprofessional.
There was also an awkward incident where the tour guide confronted me while I was walking toward the bus and repeatedly called me by my travel companion’s name. Even after I continued walking, she loudly called out the incorrect name again until my travel buddy corrected her. Following their conversation, the tone of the tour noticeably changed.
Before this point, the tour director appeared disorganised and often rambled or stumbled over information, which made things feel awkward and confusing. Having just completed a very organised and professional European tour, I had expected a similar standard.
Other issues included:
* Music was not played on the bus initially, creating a flat atmosphere.
* The bus driver was sternly instructed not to make announcements about distances or upcoming stops, which reduced useful communication.
* We were dropped at a church and university, only to discover both were closed despite being told to return at a set time. This felt poorly planned.
* The accommodation, particularly during our two-night stay in Edinburgh, was extremely disappointing. The hotel was well below expectations closer to a basic 3-star property at best.
* We were strongly encouraged to book the additional dinner because we were told there would be very limited dining options nearby. Unfortunately, the hotel restaurant food was poor quality and very overpriced.
* We were provided with virtually no information about Edinburgh itself no guidance on transport, buses, trains, or suggestions for exploring the city independently.
While I appreciate that things eventually improved, I paid a significant amount of money for flights and the tour expecting a well-organised and professionally managed tour experience from the beginning, not only after concerns were formally raised.
I found the repeated encouragement around tipping uncomfortable. As an Australian, tipping is not customary, and based on my experience I certainly would not have considered it appropriate in this case.
Finally, I was interested in booking a Scandinavian tour, however I was never given the opportunity to discuss or arrange this during the trip. As a result, I am now exploring alternative tour companies for future travel.
I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as there were certainly aspects of the trip that improved later on, but overall the experience did not meet expectations.
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Elsje M.Verified Traveler
1.0 | Very poor
The tour was poorly planned. Many of the hotels were outside of the city centres and below standard. Rest stops were poorly planned and extremely short. These stops were at highway service stations. In many occasions we missed opportunities to have rest stops near or at places of interest. The bus was cramped and the seats uncomfortable.
At one point I made a complaint and actually investigated on how I could end and leave the tour.
The tour guide did the minimum and her knowledge and description was often incorrect. She was unhelpful when I chose not to attend the optional experiences. She lacked knowledge on local transportation arrangement’s. She on one occasion told guests that she would allow a second round of drinks ( which we had already paid for ) trying to make the guest believe she was providing extra. It was only after my complaints that she made any real effort to be a better tour director, and lift her game.
Whilst I understand that there are constraints with such tours I believe that the Amazing Britain Tour needs to be overhauled. It was incredibly rushed, stops could have been better planned. We stoped at locations which weren’t open to the public, the TD hadn’t even been aware that locations weren’t open. Sites which were on the itinerary. We drove past sites like the Kelpies in Scotland which would have made a perfect rest stop. We were offered and promised a form to be sent to us regarding booking our next tour with discounts, The TD failed to give me the form. Which was a shame as my next tour bookings would have been in and around Scandinavia. Though to be honest I think after this experience I doubt I’d book with Trafalgar or its associated tour companies.
Compared to the Imperial Europe tour this tour is a waste of time and money. As it stands now I would NOT recommend it. I was beyond disappointed.
