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London, England
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London, England
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Highlights
York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city.
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.
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.
Fort William: Enjoy an excellent view of Ben Nevis from the World War II Commando Memorial.
Chester: See the Jubilee Clock, cathedral, city walls, and famous black and white Rows.
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.
Ring of Kerry: Admire Ireland's enduring scenic beauty on one of the most beautiful drives in the world.
Cardiff: Learn more about Wales' capital and cultural hub, Cardiff, as you enjoy an orientation of this vibrant city with your Travel Director.
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.
Plymouth: During an orientation tour with your Travel Director, see Plymouth Hoe and the Citadel before continuing to the Barbican and Mayflower Steps.
Chester: See the Jubilee Clock, cathedral, city walls, and famous black and white Rows.
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.
Ring of Kerry: Admire Ireland's enduring scenic beauty on one of the most beautiful drives in the world.
Cardiff: Learn more about Wales' capital and cultural hub, Cardiff, as you enjoy an orientation of this vibrant city with your Travel Director.
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.
Plymouth: During an orientation tour with your Travel Director, see Plymouth Hoe and the Citadel before continuing to the Barbican and Mayflower Steps.
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Hilton London Kensington HotelNovotel Center HotelHoliday Inn HotelLaggan Hotel CairngormsCrowne Plaza, Glasgow HotelAtlantic Tower Hotel Liverpool by SundayClayton Ballsbridge, Dublin HotelRadisson Blu Hotel and Spa, LimerickRadisson Blu Hotel and Spa, CorkFerrycarrig HotelClayton, Cardiff HotelCopthorne Hotel PlymouthPark Plaza London Riverbank 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 (x18)Dinner (x5)LunchBreakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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All transport and transfers shownLuxury 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
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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All porterage and restaurant gratuitiesMust-see sightseeing and surprise extrasAudio headsets for flexible sightseeingOptional Experiences and free time
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Itinerary
Dive right into history, culture and spectacular scenery on this immersive England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland trip. Step in the shoes of Highland warriors, 12th-century monks and welcoming, Irish locals.
day 1 - Arrive London
Welcome to the multicultural melting pot that is London its culture and heritage shaped by the nations that once contributed to its great empire are found around every turn. Spend your day easing into the energy of a cosmopolitan city that effortlessly blends old and new and is the perfect springboard to a grand adventure through Britain and Ireland.
Location Visited:London
Accommodation:Hilton London Kensington
day 2 - Discover Historic London
Join yourLocal Specialisttoday to see the iconic sights, including Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, meandering through the picturesque Royal Parks, shopping for the best of British wares on Carnaby Street or delving into natural history and royal heritage at one of the many fascinating museums.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:London
Accommodation:Hilton London Kensington
day 3 - Journey to Stratford-upon-Avon and on to York
Meet your Travel Director this morning and travel to Stratford-upon-Avon. Venture through the lush green countryside of Warwickshire to Stratford-upon-Avon to delve into the lyrical legacy of one of the world's favorite writers. Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitor Center and see Anne Hathaway's cottage, before arriving in York. Wander along its cobbled Shambles and ancient city walls, and see the magnificent York Minster, one of the greatest cathedrals in the world. This evening, join your Travel Director and travel companions for a delicious Yorkshire dinner in your hotel.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:London, Stratford-upon-Avon, York
Accommodation:Novotel Center
day 4 - Continue through Northumberland to Edinburgh
Journeying through Northumberland National Parks dramatic landscapes, arrive at the remarkably intact ruins of the 12th-century Jedburgh Abbey en route to the enchanting Scottish capital, Edinburgh. Tickets to The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that align with performance dates.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:York, Jedburgh, Edinburgh
Accommodation:Holiday Inn
day 5 - Discover Enchanting Edinburgh
Join your Local Specialist this morning for a sightseeing tour through Auld Reekie's elegant New Town, Princes Street and the Royal Mile, enjoying views of the exquisite Palace of Holyroodhouse and Arthur's Seat. Embark on a visit of Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle Rock. Later, consider a traditional Scottish night out this evening, savoring up the flavors of haggis and exhilarating sounds of bagpipes which fill the air.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Edinburgh
Accommodation:Holiday Inn
day 6 - Venture into the Scottish Highlands
Today, travel across the Firth of Forth to St. Andrews to view its celebrated ancient university and explore centuries of golf heritage. Your next stop is Pitlochry on the banks of the Tummel River. You could choose to join an Optional Experience to visit Blair Castle, the ancestral home to the Dukes of Atholl. Continue to the Scottish Highlands, your home for two nights.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Pitlochry, Scottish Highlands
Accommodation:Laggan Hotel Cairngorms
day 7 - Explore the Isle of Skye
Drive to the rugged coast of Scotland this morning, passing scenic Eilean Donan Castle. You'll cross to the Isle of Skye, and admire the spectacular scenery before enjoying free time for lunch. ALocal Specialist will take you on a journey to admire the remarkable Cuillin Mountain. Cross back to the mainland and continue past the lochs and glens of the Scottish Highlands.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Scottish Highlands, Isle of Skye, Scottish Highlands
Accommodation:Laggan Hotel Cairngorms
day 8 - Onwards to Loch Lomond and Glasgows Rich Legacy
Your first stop today is the World War II Commando Memorial, near Fort William, for views of Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Continue south through the 'Glen of Weeping', paying tribute to the MacDonald clansmen who were massacred for failing to pledge allegiance to Scotland's new monarchs. Arriving in Glasgow, you'll enjoy an orientation tour including views of the Cathedral and magnificent George Square. You'll also visit the Necropolis and Dive Into Culture gaining insights into one of Europe's most important 19th-century burial grounds.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Scottish Highlands, Glasgow
Accommodation:Crowne Plaza, Glasgow
day 9 - Through the Lake District to Liverpool
Cross the border into England and Connect With Locals, joining Christine on her Cumbrian working farm for a Be My Guest lunch, before continuing your journey through the beautiful Lake District and its landscapes that have inspired poets and painters for centuries. See Lake Windermere, England's largest lake, before traveling to Liverpool, the haunt of Britain's Fab Four'.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Location Visited:Glasgow, Liverpool
Accommodation:Atlantic Tower Hotel Liverpool by Sunday
day 10 - Across the Irish Sea to Dublin
Start your day in Chester, where youll see the citys distinctive Tudor Rows and walk its medieval streets. Continue through North Wales to Holyhead, where youll board the ferry to Dublin. Over the next four days, youll explore the highlights of Irelandfrom its historic cities to rural landscapesgetting to know the culture, stories and local character of this diverse country.
Delve into Dublins iconic sights with a Local Specialist. See Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral and the stately Georgian Squares. Enjoy some time at leisure or consider a trip to Glendalough. Then Dive Into Culture and visit the Guinness Storehouse to learn about Ireland's famous brew. This evening you could choose to join an Optional Experience at an Irish Cabaret.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Dublin
Accommodation:Clayton Ballsbridge, Dublin
day 12 - On to Galway and Limerick
Journey to the West Coast and the vibrant cultural center of Galway, where you will have an opportunity to see Galway Cathedral and Eyre Square, with its tribute to former US president John F. Kennedy, before traveling to Limerick.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Dublin, Galway, Limerick
Accommodation:Radisson Blu Hotel and Spa, Limerick
day 13 - Circle the Ring of Kerry and on to Cork
Admire Ireland's enduring scenic beauty on one of the most beautiful drives in the world, circling the spectacular Ring of Kerry.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Limerick, Ring of Kerry, Cork
Accommodation:Radisson Blu Hotel and Spa, Cork
day 14 - The Sights of Blarney, Waterford and Wexford
In the pursuit of acquiring the 'gift of the gab', visit Blarney Castle where you might kiss the famous Blarney Stone, before stopping in Cobh for a walking tour with a Local Specialist. This seaside city was the final port of call for the tragic Titanic on its fateful voyage. This afternoon, you'll Dive Into Culture during a visit to the House of Waterford Crystal and witness talented master crafters at work.
Cross the Irish Sea to Wales and its capital, Cardiff, where you will see the Principality Stadium and view the Millennium Center, National Assembly and Cardiff Castle.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Wexford, Cardiff
Accommodation:Clayton, Cardiff
day 16 - Enjoy Bath, Glastonbury and Plymouth
Cross the Severn Estuary to Bath, so named for the ancient Roman Baths that have made the city a popular retreat for centuries. Admire the elegant Georgian faades and visit the Roman Baths, before some free time to explore on your own. Wind your way to mystical Glastonbury to visit the 7th-century Abbey where King Arthur is believed to be buried. Later, arrive in the city of Plymouth, your home for two nights.
The springboard to a 'New World' takes center stage as you start your day with an orientation of Plymouth. View the Mayflower Steps, where brave pilgrims embarked on their epic voyage to America, and see the Royal Citadel overlooking Plymouth Sound. Visit the fishing village of Polperro with its narrow streets and picturesque harbor, before enjoying a scenic drive through the brooding landscapes of Dartmoor, keeping a keen eye out for the areas wild ponies. Your epic adventure through Britain and Ireland is almost at its end, join your travel companions and Travel Director for a memorable dinner.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Plymouth, Polperro, Plymouth
Accommodation:Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
day 18 - Journey to Prehistoric Stonehenge and return to London
Meander across the Salisbury Plain and visit the mystical ancient megaliths of Stonehenge, whose myths have yet to be fully revealed. Journey back to London this afternoon where you will spend your final evening at leisure.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Plymouth, Stonehenge, London
Accommodation:Park Plaza London Riverbank
day 19 - Cheerio London
Say a fond farewell to Britain and Ireland as you prepare to return home with treasured memories of your trip.
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