Britain and Ireland Experience

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15 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

48 peopleMaximum group size

5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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London, England

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Highlights

View the Royal Castle

Visit the Georgian spa town

See the University of Wales, Principality Stadium, City Hall, the National Museum, and view Cardiff Castle

Visit the Waterford Crystal Showroom

Kiss the Blarney Stone

View the prettiest village in Ireland

See Galway Cathedral

See St. Patrick's Cathedral, Christchurch Cathedral, the Georgian Squares and Trinity College with a Local Guide

Visit the Beatles' hometown

Visit this picturesque region

Visit this town, popular with eloping couples since 1754

With your Local Guide, see Princes Street, the Royal Mile and the Castle

View the Jedburgh Abbey ruins

View the remains of the Roman wall

See Alnwick Castle

View York Minster and stroll along the Shambles

Visit the town of Shakespeare and see Anne Hathaway's cottage

Enjoy the beautiful scenery

Deluxe coach travel

Selected hotel dinners, with optional meals to purchase

3-star stays

Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian facades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name.

Cardiff: Learn more about Wales' capital and cultural hub, Cardiff, as you enjoy an orientation of this vibrant city with your Travel Director.

Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour.

Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.

Gretna Green: Visit the famous spot where runaway lovers were married.

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.

York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city.

Cross the Irish Sea by ferry, watching Ireland recede as the coastline of South Wales comes into view.

View the prettiest village in Ireland

See Galway Cathedral

See St. Patrick's Cathedral, Christchurch Cathedral, the Georgian Squares and Trinity College with a Local Guide

Visit the Beatles' hometown

Visit this picturesque region

Visit this town, popular with eloping couples since 1754

With your Local Guide, see Princes Street, the Royal Mile and the Castle

View the Jedburgh Abbey ruins

View the remains of the Roman wall

See Alnwick Castle

View York Minster and stroll along the Shambles

Visit the town of Shakespeare and see Anne Hathaway's cottage

Enjoy the beautiful scenery

Deluxe coach travel

Selected hotel dinners, with optional meals to purchase

3-star stays

Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian facades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name.

Cardiff: Learn more about Wales' capital and cultural hub, Cardiff, as you enjoy an orientation of this vibrant city with your Travel Director.

Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour.

Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.

Gretna Green: Visit the famous spot where runaway lovers were married.

York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city.

Cross the Irish Sea by ferry, watching Ireland recede as the coastline of South Wales comes into view.

Itinerary

The "Britain and Ireland Experience" tour invites you to journey through the poetic landscapes and vibrant cities of England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales over 12 days. Designed for seniors, families, and seasoned explorers, this easy-paced trip features medieval castles, charming cathedrals, and the idyllic Lake District, all woven together by expert guides. Walk the historic Chester Rows, kiss the legendary Blarney Stone, and discover the world’s longest train station name in Wales. Comfortable accommodations and included meals make for a seamless travel experience. The tour’s distinctive appeal lies in its celebration of the literary and cultural heritage that has inspired generations of poets and writers.

day 1Arrive London

All the highlights of Britain and Ireland lie ahead as your epic journey across two mystical islands kicks off in London. After checking in, spend the rest of your first day in Old Blighty exploring the sights on your own. You could delve into the history of the British Empire at one of its many museums or plant yourself outside Buckingham Palace, keeping a keen eye out for the King.

Location Visited

London

Accommodation

Novotel Brentford

day 2London Free Day

day 3London Windsor Bath Cardiff

day 4Cardiff Waterford

day 5Waterford Blarney Tralee

day 6Tralee Dingle Peninsula Limerick Shannon

day 7Shannon Galway Dublin

day 8Dublin Sightseeing and Free Time

day 9Dublin Liverpool Haydock

day 10Haydock Lake District Edinburgh (Queensferry)

day 11Edinburgh Sightseeing and Free Time

day 12Edinburgh Alnwick Barnsley

day 13Barnsley - York - Barnsley

day 14Barnsley - Stratford-upon-Avon - London

day 15Depart London

What's Included

Accommodation

The services of a Costsaver Local Host if you stay at Costsaver's recommended London hotelCherrypicked hotels, all tried and trustedOn occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

Meals

Many meals and daily breakfasts included

Transport

Luxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most countries

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Others

City orientation toursAudio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiencesExtensive variety of Choice Experiences

What's Excluded

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Itinerary

day 1Arrive London

day 2London Free Day

day 3London Windsor Bath Cardiff

day 4Cardiff Waterford

day 5Waterford Blarney Tralee

day 6Tralee Dingle Peninsula Limerick Shannon

day 7Shannon Galway Dublin

day 8Dublin Sightseeing and Free Time

day 9Dublin Liverpool Haydock

day 10Haydock Lake District Edinburgh (Queensferry)

day 11Edinburgh Sightseeing and Free Time

day 12Edinburgh Alnwick Barnsley

day 13Barnsley - York - Barnsley

day 14Barnsley - Stratford-upon-Avon - London

day 15Depart London