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Oxford: See the spires and colleges of this world-famous university town.
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.
Grasmere: Learn about the life of the poet William Wordsworth and visit his grave.
Gretna Green: Visit the spot where runaway lovers were married.
Edinburgh: Explore Edinburgh Castle with your Local Expert to see the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Mons Meg up close.
Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Expert 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.
Edinburgh: A hush descends, and eyes turn to the castle. The skirl of the pipes rises and drums crack the night air as a tide of tunics and tartan flood from the drawbridge. For a limited time in August, witness the incredible spectacle of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
St. Andrews: Spend time in St Andrews, a coastal university town shaped by old quadrangles, sea air and open links. Walk to the stretch of West Sands Beach where Chariots of Fire filmed its iconic scene, then look across the Old Course, regarded as the birthplace of modern golf.
Loch Ness: Board your cruise on a loch stretching 37 kilometres through the Great Glen Fault, created by tectonic shifts millions of years ago. Its deepest point reaches 230 m (754 ft) and visibility is near zero due to peat content, conditions that have long inspired tales of Nessie, the elusive Loch Ness Monster. Pass Aldourie Castle and hear how this natural trench fuels both hydroelectric power and global fascination.
Orkney Islands: Visit the Italian Chapel, Kirkwall, the prehistoric homes of Skara Brae and the stone circle of Brodgar on a full day across the islands.
Eilean Donan: Stop for a photo of this gorgeous castle built on an island in the Loch.
Glasgow: Led by your Travel Director, take an easy orientation through Glasgow, where broad streets and bold Victorian architecture set the tone. Pause in George Square to take in its statues and grand civic buildings before continuing to St Mungo’s Cathedral, its dark stone and soaring interior hinting at the city’s medieval roots.
Giant's Causeway: Visit Northern Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage Site, formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. Walk across thousands of interlocking basalt columns, shaped by nature and renowned for their striking geometric appearance.
Cairnryan: Board your ferry to cross the Irish Sea.
Sligo Bay: The area surrounding the town of Sligo was home to one of Ireland's most famous literary figures, the poet William Butler Yeats. On your journey into town, you’ll quickly see why Yeats was inspired by the scenic beauty of the area. Explore its rich medieval history as well as its shops on an orientation with your Travel Director.
Galway: Fascinating stories and interesting locals take centre stage on your orientation of the historic heart of Galway. Visit the Lynch Memorial Window. Then make your way to the Church of St. Nicholas - the largest medieval parish church in Ireland in continuous use, Spanish Arch and Eyre Square.
Limerick: See King John's Castle, St. Mary's Cathedral and the treaty stone.
Adare: Experience a village walk through the main street lined with thatched cottages.
Ring of Kerry: Venture into a world of towering cliffs, lush lakelands, beaches, fields dotted with sheep, rocky coastline, remote villages and historical sites, as you journey the magical Ring of Kerry. This 111-mile circular route is the best place to admire Ireland's scenic beauty and truly one of the most beautiful drives in the world.
Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone, the famous stone of eloquence, are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. Take your turn at giving it a peck knowing that the stone was sourced from 330-million-year-old limestone.
Cork: Ireland's second city - "Rebel Cork" dates back to the 7th century. Your Travel Director will show you the Grand Parade and South Mall, along with City Hall and the Opera House on an insightful orientation tour encompassing the development of the religious settlement of St. Finbarr, to Viking raiding and settlement, to the creation of the Norman city and Merchant Princes.
Dublin: See Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House with a Local Expert
Dublin: Board the ferry to return to mainland Britain.
Conwy: See Conwy Castle, the magnificent medieval fortress still towering over the town after 700 years. Climb the restored spiral staircase, scale the great towers and walk a complete circle around the battlements. Admire the unbroken town walls of Conwy down and enjoy amazing views out across the craggy mountains of Snowdonia. The spectacular castle was built by King Edward I and his architect Master James of St George in just four years between 1283 and 1287.
Liverpool: Stay in the home city of The Beatles.
Cardiff: Learn more about Wales' capital and cultural hub, Cardiff, as you enjoy an orientation of this vibrant city.
Bath: During an orientation you will see the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and Bath Abbey.
Bath: Visit the Roman Baths, one of the best-preserved ancient bathhouses in Northern Europe whose waters still flow today. Enjoy a personal exploration of the site, including the Sacred Spring, original Great Bath, temple remains and museum displays of artefacts uncovered on site. This complex offers a clear view of public bathing and religious practices during the Roman occupation of Britain nearly 2,000 years ago.
Wells: Explore Wells Cathedral, where soaring scissor arches and the tranquil Chapter House offer an up-close look at one of England’s finest Gothic treasures.
Plymouth: During an orientation tour with your Travel Director, see Plymouth Hoe and the Citadel before continuing to the Barbican and Mayflower Steps. Afterward, explore a quaint Cornish fishing village.
Edinburgh: Explore Edinburgh Castle with your Local Expert to see the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Mons Meg up close.
Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Expert 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.
Edinburgh: A hush descends, and eyes turn to the castle. The skirl of the pipes rises and drums crack the night air as a tide of tunics and tartan flood from the drawbridge. For a limited time in August, witness the incredible spectacle of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
St. Andrews: Spend time in St Andrews, a coastal university town shaped by old quadrangles, sea air and open links. Walk to the stretch of West Sands Beach where Chariots of Fire filmed its iconic scene, then look across the Old Course, regarded as the birthplace of modern golf.
Loch Ness: Board your cruise on a loch stretching 37 kilometres through the Great Glen Fault, created by tectonic shifts millions of years ago. Its deepest point reaches 230 m (754 ft) and visibility is near zero due to peat content, conditions that have long inspired tales of Nessie, the elusive Loch Ness Monster. Pass Aldourie Castle and hear how this natural trench fuels both hydroelectric power and global fascination.
Orkney Islands: Visit the Italian Chapel, Kirkwall, the prehistoric homes of Skara Brae and the stone circle of Brodgar on a full day across the islands.
Eilean Donan: Stop for a photo of this gorgeous castle built on an island in the Loch.
Glasgow: Led by your Travel Director, take an easy orientation through Glasgow, where broad streets and bold Victorian architecture set the tone. Pause in George Square to take in its statues and grand civic buildings before continuing to St Mungo’s Cathedral, its dark stone and soaring interior hinting at the city’s medieval roots.
Giant's Causeway: Visit Northern Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage Site, formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. Walk across thousands of interlocking basalt columns, shaped by nature and renowned for their striking geometric appearance.
Cairnryan: Board your ferry to cross the Irish Sea.
Sligo Bay: The area surrounding the town of Sligo was home to one of Ireland's most famous literary figures, the poet William Butler Yeats. On your journey into town, you’ll quickly see why Yeats was inspired by the scenic beauty of the area. Explore its rich medieval history as well as its shops on an orientation with your Travel Director.
Galway: Fascinating stories and interesting locals take centre stage on your orientation of the historic heart of Galway. Visit the Lynch Memorial Window. Then make your way to the Church of St. Nicholas - the largest medieval parish church in Ireland in continuous use, Spanish Arch and Eyre Square.
Limerick: See King John's Castle, St. Mary's Cathedral and the treaty stone.
Adare: Experience a village walk through the main street lined with thatched cottages.
Ring of Kerry: Venture into a world of towering cliffs, lush lakelands, beaches, fields dotted with sheep, rocky coastline, remote villages and historical sites, as you journey the magical Ring of Kerry. This 111-mile circular route is the best place to admire Ireland's scenic beauty and truly one of the most beautiful drives in the world.
Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone, the famous stone of eloquence, are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. Take your turn at giving it a peck knowing that the stone was sourced from 330-million-year-old limestone.
Cork: Ireland's second city - "Rebel Cork" dates back to the 7th century. Your Travel Director will show you the Grand Parade and South Mall, along with City Hall and the Opera House on an insightful orientation tour encompassing the development of the religious settlement of St. Finbarr, to Viking raiding and settlement, to the creation of the Norman city and Merchant Princes.
Dublin: See Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House with a Local Expert
Dublin: Board the ferry to return to mainland Britain.
Conwy: See Conwy Castle, the magnificent medieval fortress still towering over the town after 700 years. Climb the restored spiral staircase, scale the great towers and walk a complete circle around the battlements. Admire the unbroken town walls of Conwy down and enjoy amazing views out across the craggy mountains of Snowdonia. The spectacular castle was built by King Edward I and his architect Master James of St George in just four years between 1283 and 1287.
Liverpool: Stay in the home city of The Beatles.
Cardiff: Learn more about Wales' capital and cultural hub, Cardiff, as you enjoy an orientation of this vibrant city.
Bath: During an orientation you will see the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and Bath Abbey.
Bath: Visit the Roman Baths, one of the best-preserved ancient bathhouses in Northern Europe whose waters still flow today. Enjoy a personal exploration of the site, including the Sacred Spring, original Great Bath, temple remains and museum displays of artefacts uncovered on site. This complex offers a clear view of public bathing and religious practices during the Roman occupation of Britain nearly 2,000 years ago.
Wells: Explore Wells Cathedral, where soaring scissor arches and the tranquil Chapter House offer an up-close look at one of England’s finest Gothic treasures.
Plymouth: During an orientation tour with your Travel Director, see Plymouth Hoe and the Citadel before continuing to the Barbican and Mayflower Steps. Afterward, explore a quaint Cornish fishing village.
24 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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London, England
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Accommodation
Thistle Marble Arch, London HotelSwan's Nest, StratforduponAvon HotelHilton, York HotelClayton Hotel St. Andrew SquareArdoe House Hotel and Spa, AberdeenThe Norseman, Wick HotelThe Dunollie, Broadford HotelRadisson Blu, Glasgow HotelDa Vinci's, Londonderry HotelClayton, Sligo HotelThe George, Limerick HotelAghadoe Heights Hotel and Spa, Killarney, Great Southern KillarneyMaldron South Mall, Cork HotelTrinity City, Dublin HotelMaldron, Liverpool HotelClayton, Cardiff HotelCrowne Plaza, Plymouth HotelBusiness class coach with extended leg roomPremium regional accommodationKillarney: Meet passionate guesthouse owners John and Freda at their beautiful home in Killarney, where you'll hear more about their farm-to-table concept, while enjoying a delicious meal made from fresh ingredients sourced within a five mile radius. John and Freda have a policy that all food is sourced locally from farms and the coast of the Emerald Isle. They educate their visitors about sustainable consumption and the benefits of eating fresh homegrown produce. This experience advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption & Production.Kilkenny: Visit Kilkenny Castle to learn the history of this magnificent castle and that of the powerful Ormonde family that came to call it home for so many centuries. Amble through the Picture Gallery, library, drawing room, nursery and bedrooms decorated in 1830s splendour as well as the rolling parkland formal terraced rose garden, woodlands and man-made lake.
Meals
Breakfast (x23)Dinner (x10)LunchStratford-upon-Avon: Savour British cuisine with dinner at a local restaurant.Plymouth: Celebrate the culmination of your travels in style with delicious wine and local cuisine.
Transport
Travel by coach
Guide
Experienced Driver Guide
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Top-rated dining, from farm-to-table to local restaurantsKillarney: Choose from a fine selection of local restaurants on your Dine-Around evening.Dublin: Visit the Guinness Storehouse to learn about Ireland's national drink.Montrose: At Arbikie Highland Estate, go behind the scenes of the world’s first climate-positive distillery on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Set beside windswept Lunan Bay, you’ll hear about the Stirling family and discover how they transform heritage crops into award-winning spirits using pioneering sustainable methods. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.Derry/Londonderry: There's no better way to experience sightseeing than with one of Northern Ireland's best storytellers, Ronan, as he takes you on a tour inside the city walls. See the Gothic Guildhall and the Georgian houses of Shipquay Street.Dartmoor National Park: Visit Dartmoor to learn about the history of stone circles and indigenous traditions from your knowledgeable Local Expert on a scenic exploration.Plymouth: Set sail on a relaxing cruise from Plymouth harbour, where the pilgrims left over 400 years ago.Choose between two carefully selected activitiesDartmoor National Park: Visit Dartmoor to learn about the history of stone circles and indigenous traditions from your knowledgeable Local Expert on a scenic exploration.Plymouth: Set sail on a relaxing cruise from Plymouth harbour, where the pilgrims left over 400 years ago.
Discover Britain and Ireland’s rich tapestry on the 'Britain & Ireland Discovery' tour, a 22-day journey that starts and ends in London. Explore the Roman city of Bath, savor a pint at Dublin’s Guinness Storehouse, and witness the majesty of Edinburgh Castle. Wander the medieval streets of Kilkenny, uncover the mysteries of Stonehenge, and stroll York’s labyrinthine alleys. Guided by local experts, this cultural, religious, and historic sites tour stands out for its immersive experiences and comprehensive coverage of the region’s most iconic sites.
day 1Welcome to London
Welcome to London. After checking into your hotel, the afternoon is free to enjoy a city that is famous for its pomp and pageantry. Perhaps relax with a walk along the Serpentine in Hyde Park or window shop in the elegant boutiques of Knightsbridge? Alternatively, you may want to stroll along the Thames to the iconic Tower Bridge and Tower of London.
Location Visited
London
Accommodation
Thistle Marble Arch, London
day 2London to Stratford-upon-Avon
day 3Medieval York
day 4By the Lakes to Edinburgh
day 5Scotland's City of Culture
day 6Fife and Aberdeen
day 7Aberdeen to Wick
day 8Orkney Islands Experience
day 9Over the Sea to Skye
day 10Loch Lomond to Glasgow
day 11Walk in the Giants Steps on the way to Derry/Londonderry
day 12Sligo Bay
day 13Galway and Limerick
day 14Adare to Killarney
day 15Ring of Kerry Experience
day 16Blarney Castle and Cork
day 17Kilkenny and Dublin
day 18In Dublins Fair City
day 19Across the Irish Sea to Liverpool
day 20The Welsh Marches to Cardiff
day 21Bath and Somerset
day 22Discover Dartmoor
day 23Ancient Stonehenge to London
day 24Homeward Bound
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Tyrone R.Verified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
I would have liked the Falkirk Wheel and the Kelpies in the itinerary.
It's covers a lot of the countries visited which did mean a lot of time on the coach on some days.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
Itinerary great as a taste of the country's but would like at least a full half day to explore Dublin, not enough time their. Also an extra day or 2 in Wales. It was only a quick visit in & out.
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Caroline D.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
If you are looking for a tour that covers everything, then this is it! Absolutely amazing. I have so many comments on my photos and the places we have visited.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
3.0 | Average
Too much shopping time,
I’m sure there was more
To see in the time available
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
In some cities such as Liverpool and Glasgow more ftee time to explore
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