Essential Britain & Ireland
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 10-day journey through the United Kingdom and Ireland, where history, culture, and natural beauty intertwine. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience, taking you from the bustling city of London to the tranquil landscapes of Northumberland National Park. Discover the ancient mysteries of Stonehenge, soak in the Roman Baths of Bath, and explore the medieval cobblestones of Kilkenny. Marvel at the grandeur of Edinburgh Castle, stroll through the historic Shambles of York, and pay homage to the Bard in Stratford-Upon-Avon. With expert guides, comfortable accommodations, and a carefully curated itinerary, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure.
Included
An expert guide is included.
Full English breakfast daily; 3 three-course dinners
jain, vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, meat
Hotel Accomodations included as stated
hotel: 9 night(s);
Motorcoach; ferries Pembroke-Rosslare, Belfast-Cairnryan.
STONEHENGE Visit the prehistoric monument
BATH Visit the Roman relics
NEWPORT Welcome dinner
CARDIFF Orientation drive, guided tour of Cardiff Castle
PEMBROKE–ROSSLARE Cross St. George’s Channel by ferry
WATERFORD Enjoy an Globus Local Favorite Irish Coffee demonstration; guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal
KILKENNY Visit Kilkenny Castle
DUBLIN Orientation drive
BELFAST Orientation
BELFAST–CAIRNRYAN Cross the North Channel by ferry
EDINBURGH Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh Castle
JEDBURGH Take pictures of the abbey ruins
YORK Walking tour
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON.Take pictures of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, visit Shakespeare’s birthplace
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to London
- London - Arrival day
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Your journey begins in the vibrant city of London. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by our uniformed hosts. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the city's many attractions or simply relaxing after your journey.
Day 2 – Day 2: Ancient Stones and Spa Days in Bath
- Bath
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Meet your tour director and fellow travelers at 8 am before setting off for Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument shrouded in mystery. From there, we'll head to the city of Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Roman Baths and stunning Georgian architecture. Here, you'll have the opportunity to explore the excavations of the Roman Baths.
Day 3 – Day 3: Welsh Dragons, Daffodils & Castles
- Newport
- Cardiff
- Waterford
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Start your day with a visit to Cardiff Castle, a historical treasure in the heart of the Welsh capital. After exploring the castle, we'll take a ferry across St. George's Channel to Rosslare, Ireland.
Day 4 – Day 4: Cut Glass & Cobblestones in Kilkenny
- Waterford
- Kilkenny
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- Kilkenny Castle
- House of Waterford Crystal
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Today, we'll take a guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal in Waterford, where you'll get a glimpse into the intricate process of crystal making. From there, we'll head to Kilkenny, a charming town known for its medieval cobblestone streets.
Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring Ireland's Capital City, Dublin
- Dublin
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- Trinity College Dublin
- St. Patrick's Cathedral Park
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Spend the day exploring Dublin, Ireland's vibrant capital city. Take a morning orientation drive to see O'Connell Street, Georgian squares, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Trinity College. The afternoon is yours to explore at your leisure.
Day 6 – Day 6: Irish Crossings to Scotland
- Belfast
- Edinburgh
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Begin your day in Belfast, Northern Ireland's capital, where you'll pause at the magnificent City Hall. From there, cross the North Channel to Cairnryan, Scotland.
Day 7 – Day 7: Drummers, Pipers & Precious Jewels in Edinburgh
- Edinburgh
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Today's city sightseeing in Edinburgh includes the New Town, the Old Town, and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland's Crown Jewels. In the afternoon, you'll have free time to explore the city at your own pace. If you're visiting between July 27 and August 18, you'll have the opportunity to attend the world-renowned Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo performance.
Day 8 – Day 8: Augustine's Monks & Medieval Markets in York
- Jedburgh
- York
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Start your day in Jedburgh, where you'll have the chance to photograph the Augustinian abbey ruins. We'll then drive into Northumberland National Park to see a section of Hadrian's Wall. Our final destination for the day is York, where you'll take a guided walk through The Shambles and visit York Minster.
Day 9 – Day 9: Mr. & Mrs. Shakespeare in Stratford-Upon-Avon
- Stratford-upon-Avon
- London
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Today, we'll visit Stratford-Upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Here, you'll see Anne Hathaway's Cottage, where Shakespeare's wife was born and raised, and visit Shakespeare's Birthplace, a restored 16th-century half-timbered house.
Day 10 – Day 10: Farewell
- London - Departure day
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Your memorable journey through the United Kingdom and Ireland comes to an end today. After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye until we meet again for another adventure. Safe travels!
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