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Discover Bath, Cardiff, Chester, York and Oxford
Visit Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone, the Rock of Cashel in Cashel, Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle and Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon
View the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Alnwick Castle, York Minster in York, Anne Hathaway's cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon and Sir Winston Churchill's grave at Bladon
See St. Patrick's Cathedral and the Georgian Squares in Dublin and the English Lake District's magnificent scenery
Scenic Drive the Ring of Kerry in Ireland
Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates
Deluxe coach travel
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
Standard regional accommodation
Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring megaliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.
Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian facades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name.
Bath: Visit the Roman Baths in the heart of Bath, where one of Britain’s best-preserved ancient sites reveals the city’s Roman past. As you explore the temple remains, bathing complex and steaming spring, you’ll see how this historic spa city first grew around its natural waters.
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.
Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. But to do so, you must dangle from the ramparts! Visit Blarney Castle and see the famous Stone of Eloquence.
Ring of Kerry: Admire Ireland's enduring scenic beauty on one of the most beautiful drives in the world.
Cashel: See the Rock of Cashel where St. Patrick preached.
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.
Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.
Chester: See the Jubilee Clock, the cathedral, the city walls and the famous black-and-white Rows.
Lake District: Drive through the hauntingly beautiful Lakes District, immortalized by literary greats of the Romantic Movement.
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.
Alnwick: See the impressive Alnwick Castle and Tenantry Column during a visit of this traditional county town.
York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city.
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.
Oxford: Stroll through cobbled lanes and courtyards in Oxford with your Travel Director. See sights such as the Radcliffe Camera, Sheldonian Theater and the Bodleian Library. Gaze up at Gothic towers and soak in stories of scholars, poets and prime ministers who studied here.
Kenmare: Join the O'Sullivan family and their Kerry cows for a dinner of Irish stew at Molly Gallivan's 200-year-old cottage.
Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates
Deluxe coach travel
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
Standard regional accommodation
Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring megaliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.
Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian facades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name.
Bath: Visit the Roman Baths in the heart of Bath, where one of Britain’s best-preserved ancient sites reveals the city’s Roman past. As you explore the temple remains, bathing complex and steaming spring, you’ll see how this historic spa city first grew around its natural waters.
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.
Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. But to do so, you must dangle from the ramparts! Visit Blarney Castle and see the famous Stone of Eloquence.
Ring of Kerry: Admire Ireland's enduring scenic beauty on one of the most beautiful drives in the world.
Cashel: See the Rock of Cashel where St. Patrick preached.
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.
Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.
Chester: See the Jubilee Clock, the cathedral, the city walls and the famous black-and-white Rows.
Lake District: Drive through the hauntingly beautiful Lakes District, immortalized by literary greats of the Romantic Movement.
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.
Alnwick: See the impressive Alnwick Castle and Tenantry Column during a visit of this traditional county town.
York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city.
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.
Oxford: Stroll through cobbled lanes and courtyards in Oxford with your Travel Director. See sights such as the Radcliffe Camera, Sheldonian Theater and the Bodleian Library. Gaze up at Gothic towers and soak in stories of scholars, poets and prime ministers who studied here.
Kenmare: Join the O'Sullivan family and their Kerry cows for a dinner of Irish stew at Molly Gallivan's 200-year-old cottage.
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Uncover the highlights and hidden gems of the UK and Ireland on the 'Wonders of Britain and Ireland' tour, a 12-day exploration starting and ending in London. Traverse iconic sites from Wales to Dublin and beyond, sampling local brews and soaking up centuries of history. With easy pacing and all inclusions—accommodation, meals, and transport—this tour package is ideal for those eager to see it all, with a few delightful surprises along the way. The unique selling point is the blend of classic attractions and unexpected encounters, offering a deeper look at British and Irish culture in one unforgettable journey.
The cosmopolitan capital of London rolls out its red carpet with all the pomp and pageantry you're unlikely to encounter anywhere else in the world. Spend the day ambling along its grand boulevards and past iconic sights as you familiarize yourself with the city's bustling atmosphere.
Itinerary was too full; it would have been nice to have some free time to explore ourselves. Travel time between some stops was too long and then when we got to the stops, often given 30-40 minutes but there was nothing much to do. Some morning tea stops were too long as well. Then, by the time you got to the accommodation to stay overnight, it was late, no time to explore the town ourselves. The ferry would have been better if it was in the morning - we didn't get to Waterford that night until late - around 8 pm and were sent straight into dinner, no time to get to rooms etc. Some of the breakfasts were not always served hot in Bain Marie, often lukewarm at best, and therefore we were unable to eat them as food safety is very important to us. Some of the accommodation was not as expected. In particular, Walton Hall - the room was very musty, smelled moldy and damp, it was in the middle of nowhere, insufficient staffing, especially in the bar with several groups there and only one staff member to serve. Breakfast was also strange, very pale eggs and lukewarm. This tour was advertised as 'Easy' it was certainly not - there was quite a bit more walking than I anticipated. Tour Director was very informative, certainly had a wealth of knowledge about every part of the itinerary but had a tendency to not explain clearly whether some of the walks involved staying for the duration or whether it was acceptable to return to the pick-up point independently. His '5 minute walks' may need some adjustment as they were definitely longer.
This tour was marketed as 'Leisurely - typically feature up to 1.6-3.2km of walking per day on primarily flat surfaces and with some stairs'. I would strongly dispute this, I found it very difficult to access a lot of the tour as I need to use a walker for distance walking. Many sites had no lift access for mobility impaired people and the walking was definitely not primarily flat. Most places were hilly, or lengthy distances to get there. Many places also had cobblestones which are very difficult to walk on. A lot of the tour was inaccessible to me, I spend quite a bit of time sitting and waiting for the group. The tour to Shakespear's house was completely wasted on me, I could only access the lower 2 rooms, the stairs were unsafe for me to use. Had I known this, I'd have waited outside the tour, had a coffee in the Square but my husband had gone up the stairs and I was told to wait in a corner for them to emerge, quite a while later due to congestion of other groups having their talk first. The accommodation was satisfactory with 2 being outstanding - Hotel Killarney and Hampton by Hilton in Dublin. However, the Walton Hall Hotel and Spa by Sunday was very unsatisfactory. The rooms felt very damp and smelled musty and moldy. The food was average, breakfast the eggs were so pale, I did wonder if they used dried eggs? The bar service was terrible - only one waiter - especially when there were several groups in residence. The ferry crossing would have been much better in the morning, we did not arrive to Waterford until very late, approximately 8 pm with no time to go to our rooms, we were sent straight to dinner. Several of the breakfasts were average, served lukewarm instead of hot and I did not eat them as I am very concerned with food safety and appropriate temperatures for service. Tour Director was very knowledgeable. he did have a tendency to walk ahead and I felt that I missed out on a lot of information because I couldn't keep up at times. He was good at advising me when a site or situation would not be suitable for me and I would wait nearby.
A fantastic way to see the highlights and decide what you might want to spend more time at.
It bring us to places with lots of history. The sceneries are some of the best we have seen.
Fantastic tour, but my endurance ran out with about 3 days to go. Still, I can't recommend any changes to shorten or enhance the trip. Edinburgh was the highlight for me. cheers
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