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This was a fun trip, but it was very fast-paced. It gave a great overview of all that the UK and Ireland have to offer, but there wasn’t enough time to see very much of it in depth. It’s perfect for helping you pick out the places you want to see again in more detail. It involves a fair amount of riding around on the coach, but the route is consistently planned with carefully spaced “comfort” breaks. Some of the stops in small towns were given too much time, when there wasn’t much to do or see, and some of the stops could have been longer, when there was a lot to see or do. Our Tour Director was excellent, and so was our driver. Most of the hotels were very nice, with a few that were just OK. The included group dinners weren’t very exciting, but they were reasonable and tasty.
Drew M. | Traveled in June
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Highlights
Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian façades and the bimillenial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name.
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 artifacts 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.
Cardiff: Learn more about Wales' capital and cultural hub, Cardiff, as you enjoy an orientation of this vibrant city with your Travel Director.
Ring of Kerry: Admire Ireland's enduring scenic beauty on one of the most beautiful drives in the world.
Lahinch: Towering cliffs and the dramatic sea, the Cliffs of Moher has inspired countless travelers. Visit the Exhibition Center and look out over the Wild Atlantic Way from these majestic cliffs that rise over 700 feet high. Gain insights from your Travel Director into the cliffs’ geology, history and the species that find sanctuary in its nooks and crannies.
Sligo Bay: Explore this scenic town during an orientation with your Travel Director.
Belfast: Meet a true Belfast local on a panoramic tour where you’ll hear about the history of the city and learn why locals are proud of its progress and current prosperity. You’ll explore iconic sights like the Big Fish at Donegall Quay, the Titanic Quarter, and the famous Samson and Goliath cranes. Along the way, you’ll also visit Belfast City Hall and see murals in various locations that reflect the political sentiments of the local residents.
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.
Chester: See the Jubilee Clock, cathedral, city walls, and famous black and white Rows.
Glencoe: Drive through Glencoe, a Highland valley known for steep mountains, open moorland and clan history. Your Travel Director shares context on the area’s past as you follow the road through one of Scotland’s best-known landscapes, with views that show the scale and character of the Highlands.
Eilean Donan: See one of Scotland’s most iconic castles, set where three lochs meet. Framed by rugged mountains and often shrouded in mist, it’s a favorite film location and one of the country’s most photographed landmarks.
Inverness: At the Culloden Visitor Center, you’ll discover why the Battle of Culloden lasted only an hour yet changed the Highland way of life forever.
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.
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.
Sligo Bay: Explore this scenic town during an orientation with your Travel Director.
Belfast: Meet a true Belfast local on a panoramic tour where you’ll hear about the history of the city and learn why locals are proud of its progress and current prosperity. You’ll explore iconic sights like the Big Fish at Donegall Quay, the Titanic Quarter, and the famous Samson and Goliath cranes. Along the way, you’ll also visit Belfast City Hall and see murals in various locations that reflect the political sentiments of the local residents.
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.
Chester: See the Jubilee Clock, cathedral, city walls, and famous black and white Rows.
Glencoe: Drive through Glencoe, a Highland valley known for steep mountains, open moorland and clan history. Your Travel Director shares context on the area’s past as you follow the road through one of Scotland’s best-known landscapes, with views that show the scale and character of the Highlands.
Eilean Donan: See one of Scotland’s most iconic castles, set where three lochs meet. Framed by rugged mountains and often shrouded in mist, it’s a favorite film location and one of the country’s most photographed landmarks.
Inverness: At the Culloden Visitor Center, you’ll discover why the Battle of Culloden lasted only an hour yet changed the Highland way of life forever.
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.
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.
Hilton London Kensington HotelCopthorne Hotel PlymouthCardiff Holland House by Sunday HotelThe Fitzwilton Hotel, WaterfordHotel KillarneyThe Connacht Hotel GalwayCentral Hotel Conference and Leisure Center DonegalAC by Marriott, Belfast HotelThe Address Hotel ConnollyLeonardo Hotel LiverpoolNorth Lakes Hotel and Spa Penrith, Castle Green Hotel KendalHilton Garden Inn Glasgow City Center HotelThe Dunollie Hotel, BroadfordThe Highlander HotelHoliday Inn HotelNovotel Center HotelHilton London Kensington, The Tower HotelLondon: The services of a Brendan Vacations Local Host when you stay at Brendan Vacations' recommended London hotelCherry-picked hotels, all tried and trustedAll hotel tips, charges and local taxesOn occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
Meals
Breakfast (x22)Dinner (x8)Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)Return ferry across the Irish Sea between Wales and Ireland
Guide
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Others
All porterage and restaurant gratuitiesMust-see sightseeing and surprise extrasAudio headsets for flexible sightseeingOptional Experiences and free time
Itinerary
There’s more to most UK and Ireland trips than the iconic sights. On this journey, you’ll trace the footsteps of giants and feel the salty spray of the Cliffs of Moher and enjoy a toe-tapping, heart-stirring Gaelic song along the way.
day 1Welcome to London
The cosmopolitan capital that is London is yours to explore today - the perfect launch pad to discover what's great about Great Britain. Spend the day relaxing in the Royal Parks, amble along the Thames or visit one of the many museums showcasing the art, culture and antiquities of what was once the British Empire.
Location Visited
London
Accommodation
Hilton London Kensington
day 2Explore the Sights of London
day 3Journey to Stonehenge and on to Plymouth
day 4Discover the Cornish Peninsula
day 5Soak up Bath and off to Cardiff
day 6Cross the Irish Sea to Waterford
day 7Onwards to Blarney and Killarney
day 8A Day on the Ring of Kerry
day 9Off to Limerick, the Majestic Cliffs of Moher and Galway
day 10Venture into County Donegal
day 11Explore Londonderry, the Giants Causeway and Belfast
day 12On the road to Dublin
day 13See the Sights of Dublin
day 14Ferry across to Historic Chester and Liverpool
day 15Continue to the Beautiful Lake District
day 16Journey North to Glasgow
day 17Over the Sea to Skye
day 18The Sights of Loch Ness and Culloden in the Scottish Highlands
day 19Onwards to Edinburgh
day 20Explore Edinburgh Castle
day 21Uncover Yorks Treasures
day 22Journey to Stratford-upon-Avon and on to London
day 23Farewell London
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Drew M.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
This was a fun trip, but it was very fast-paced. It gave a great overview of all that the UK and Ireland have to offer, but there wasn’t enough time to see very much of it in depth. It’s perfect for helping you pick out the places you want to see again in more detail. It involves a fair amount of riding around on the coach, but the route is consistently planned with carefully spaced “comfort” breaks. Some of the stops in small towns were given too much time, when there wasn’t much to do or see, and some of the stops could have been longer, when there was a lot to see or do. Our Tour Director was excellent, and so was our driver. Most of the hotels were very nice, with a few that were just OK. The included group dinners weren’t very exciting, but they were reasonable and tasty.
23 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
London, England
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