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A showcase tour of Britain and Ireland awaits you! Ancient castles, glorious cathedrals, royal venues and breathtaking countryside make this an enchanting journey. Explore the most notable sights in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland!
A showcase tour of Britain and Ireland awaits you! Ancient castles, glorious cathedrals, royal venues and breathtaking countryside make this an enchanting journey. Explore the most notable sights in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland!
From the beautiful countryside of England and afternoon tea in Scotland, to the pine forests of Wales and the pubs of Ireland, explore the best of Great Britian!
Tour Stratford-Upon-Avon and visit Shakespeares birthplace. See the 2,000-year-old Hadrians Wall at Chesters Roman Fort. Join the locals for Afternoon Tea with cakes and finger sandwiches in Edinburgh. Discover the medieval charm of Edinburghs Castle and Royal Mile.
Walk in the steps of the Beatles and visit the Cavern Club in Liverpool where the Beatles were discovered.
Take in the Ring of Kerry scenery and a sheep herding demonstration in Ireland.
Witness the detailed craftsmanship behind Waterford Crystal and kiss the Blarney Stone.
Ponder the mystery of ancient Stonehenge and wave like royalty at London's Buckingham Palace.
Visits To These Sites
London
Stratford-Upon-Avon
York & North Yorkshire
Stonehenge
Bath
Ring of Kerry Kllarney
Blarney Castle
Waterford
Cardiff
Liverpool
Hadrans Wall
Edinburgh
Caernarfon
Single Supplement Price $7,335.00 With Airfare $8,585.00
Day One
Overnight flight to Great Britian - Take an overnight flight from the U.S. to Great Britian.
Day Two
ENGLAND - Arrival at London Airport – Oxford – Warwickshire - Welcome to Great Britian! Upon your arrival at London airport, meet you Tour Manager who will be with you for the duration of the trip. On the way to your hotel in Warwickshire, make a brief stop in Oxford, where Henry II established the first university in Britian. This evening at your hotel, get acquainted with your fellow travelers at an included Welcome Dinner.
DDay Three
ENGLAND - Stow-on-the-Wold – Stratford-Upon-Avon – Warwickshire - Enjoy incredible views of the English countryside on your way to the charming village of Stow-on-the-Wold. Stroll through antique shops take a souvenir photo with your hands in the village’s authentic stocks. Then it’s on to Stratford-Upon-Avon, where half-timbered houses with thatched roofs create a truly English setting. Visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare, then enjoy free time to explore on your own, or join the optional Warwick Castle excursion showcasing 1,000 years of history. Return to your Warwickshire hotel for dinner.
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ENGLAND - York – County Durham - Today we’ll drive north through the Nottingham area to the historic city of York. Arriving around lunch time, spend the afternoon exploring the popular sights, including “The Shambles” and York Minster Cathedral. This afternoon, travel through North Yorkshire to County Durham where we’ll check in to the hotel and enjoy an included dinner.
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ENGLAND - Hadrian’s Wall & SCOTLAND. Jedburgh – Edinburgh - A morning drive takes you to Hadrian’s Wall, a fascinating Roman monument nearly 2,000 years old. After crossing the border into Scotland, arrive in Jedburgh where you will be treated to Afternoon Tea with cakes and finger sandwiches. Following tea, use your free time in Jedburgh to tour the Mary, Queen of Scots House, see Jedburgh Abbey, or do some shopping at the Woollen Mill. A late afternoon arrival at your Edinburgh hotel provides time to freshen up and relax before exploring and dinner on your own.
FBDay SIx
SCOTLAND - Edinburgh - Your day begins with a guided tour of Edinburgh. This afternoon, enjoy exploring The Royal Mile, Edinburgh’s Old Town, on your own. Choose to stop by the many attractions, including the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh Castle, Writer’s Museum, Gladstone’s Land (the oldest standing house in Edinburgh), Museum of Childhood, or the high-tech Our Dynamic Earth Museum. This evening, enjoy one of the many diverse restaurants for dinner on your own.
FBDay Seven
SCOTLAND - Gretna Green & ENGLAND. Liverpool - The morning, visit the Old Blacksmith’s Shop in the town of Gretna Green, which became well known for “run-away weddings” officiated by the blacksmith (known as the anvil priest). Continuing south, travel back into England and on to Liverpool, the birthplace of the Beatles. Arrive at your hotel in Liverpool with time to explore and shop or take part in an optional Magical Mystery Tour excursion highlighting landmarks made famous by the Beatles. Dinner is on your own tonight so you may choose to dine at the hotel or one of the pubs, restaurants or live music venues along Mathew Street, where you will find the replicated Cavern Club, where the Beatles were discovered.
FBDay Eight
WALES - Snowdonia – Caernarfon – Ferry from Holyhead & IRELAND -Dublin - Today, discover the sweeping landscape of Northern Wales. After a morning stop in Betws-y-Coed, continue through the thick pine forest into Snowdonia National Park. Visit Caernarfon, one of the castles built by King Edward I. Enjoy lunch on your own, and further explore Caernarfon if you choose. After the motor coach crosses the Menai Bridge onto the Isle of Anglesey, pause to take a picture of the town with the longest name (58 letters), Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, which is abbreviated as Llanfair P.G.. For dinner on your own, choose dining while you ferry from Wales to the Republic of Ireland or at a pub upon arrival in Dublin.
FBDay Nine
IRELAND - Dublin - This morning, a local guide from Dublin joins you to provide insight into the city’s history and to point out the popular landmarks including Dublin Castle, Trinity College and the Guinness Brewery. Entrance into St. Patrick’s Cathedral is included. Following the city tour, the afternoon is free to explore on your own. A popular attraction is the “Book of Kells Experience” at the Trinity College Library or a tour of the Guinness Brewery. Find a local pub or restaurant for dinner on your own or join the optional Irish Dinner Show excursion.
FBDay Ten
IRELAND - Dublin – Kildare – Irish Countryside – County Kerry - Today, travel west of Dublin to the area known as the center of the Irish horse breeding and training industry. Tour the Kildare National Stud Farm, followed by a visit to the Japanese Gardens of Tully House. Continue toward western Ireland and enjoy the scenes of meadows, glens and crystal-clear rivers. Stop for lunch on your own at a village on the way to your County Kerry hotel where you’ll stay for two nights. Spend the evening with your fellow travelers over an included dinner.
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IRELAND. - Ring of Kerry – Killarney – County Kerry - Travel to the Iveragh Peninsula, also known as “The Ring of Kerry,” for a day of spectacular coastal landscapes. Along the way, make several photo stops. Lunch at one of the seaside villages is included. At one of the farms en route from the coast to Killarney, observe a sheep herding demonstration. For tonight’s dinner, Killarney offers everything from excel- lent restaurants to friendly local pubs. After dinner, return to your County Kerry hotel.
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IRELAND. Blarney Castle – Waterford - This morning visit Blarney Castle. Capture enchanting photos and impressive views as you walk the grounds and study this 17th-century fortification with walls that are 18 feet thick at the base. Learn of the magical tales associated with the castle, and perhaps even kiss the Blarney Stone. Enjoy lunch at one of the charming restaurants in the village of Blarney. An early afternoon arrival in Waterford allows for time to explore the town on foot or to participate in the optional Waterford Crystal Experience excursion. Dinner is included at your hotel this evening.
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IRELAND - Waterford – Ferry from Rosslare & WALES. Pembroke – Cardiff - We’ll depart the hotel early this morning to reach the ferry in Rosslare for your crossing from Ireland to Wales. Have lunch on your own while on the ferry. Arriving in Wales, view the scenery along the coastal road between Pembrokeshire National Park and the Wye Valley. This afternoon, arrive in Cardiff, the capital city of Wales. Take a stroll through the 56-acre Bute Park, relax over afternoon tea at a cafe´ or participate in the optional Cardiff Castle excursion. Continue to your hotel for check-in and dinner.
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ENGLAND. Bath – Stonehenge – London - Crossing the mouth of the River Severn, return to England for a tour of Bath, the elegant spa town where the Romans harnessed the natural hot springs 2,000 years ago. An included visit to the Roman Baths Museum reveals the advanced engineering developed by the Romans. Then, it is on to mysterious Stonehenge. Dating back to about 1500 B.C., one can only speculate how the stones reached the site and how they were moved into place — some weighing 45 tons! Upon arrival in London, check in and enjoy a relaxing “Farewell Dinner” at the hotel.
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ENGLAND. - London - Start your day with a guided bus tour of London’s famous landmarks such as the Royal Parks, Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament with Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square. Following the city tour, you will have a few hours to explore on your own. Venture out on the Tube system (Underground), spend lunch time amid the bustling shops and street performers of Covent Garden, or study works of art by da Vinci, van Gogh, Rembrandt, Michelangelo and Picasso at The National Gallery. Located on the banks of the River Thames, the London Eye Ferris wheel provides unique views of the city. In the evening, London offers numerous options for dining and entertainment or choose the optional London Dinner & Theatre excursion.
FBDay Sixteen
Daytime flight back to the U.S. - Say farewell to Great Britian and take home fantastic memories as you return to the U.S. today!
FBFB=Full Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
-Casual Clothing that can be mixed and layered
-Comfortable walking shoes
-Hat and Sunscreen
-Cash and Credit Cards (Only those needed)
-Medicine and spare prescriptions
-Extra glasses and/or contacts
-Book, Word Search and/or Crossword Puzzle
-Binoculars
-Seat Cushions and/or Blanket (If attending a parade or show)
-Ear plugs and sleep mask
-Mini-Sewing Kit
-Toiletries and Tissues
-Chargers for devices (Cell phones, Tablets, etc.)
-Extra Memory Cards (Digital Cameras) or Extra Film
Youre always on the go, seeking new adventures. You can walk and bike around town, and can easily handle a longer walking tour. You can explore all sorts of terrainsincluding dusty or uneven pathswith little issue. Plus, youre comfortable with different temperatures and altitudes, making it easy to enjoy your travel experiences no matter where you go
London post-tour extensions available - Call for pricing
Inclusions
Accommodations in Superior Tourist Class or First-Class hotels
14 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Afternoon Tea and 7 Dinners
Tour Manager for the full duration of the tour within Europe
Land Transportation in Europe by deluxe, air-conditioned motor coach
Attractions and meals per itinerary
Exclusions
Tour Manager and Bus Driver Gratuity
Attractions and meals not included in itinerary
Travel Insurance Protection
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
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