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England, Ireland, Wales & Scotland Tour - 10 Days
Our 10-day England, Ireland, Wales & Scotland tour showcases the highlights of Britain and Ireland. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, history, and heritage of these ancient lands, visiting historic villages, towns, and cities,
We’ll travel through the heart of the glorious English countryside, passing beautiful towns such as Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and the Roman city of York and into areas of outstanding natural beauty, including The Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. We also visit the capital cities of London, Edinburgh, Belfast, Dublin and Cardiff. This England, Ireland, Wales & Scotland Tour departs regularly throughout the year and includes carefully selected hotel accommodation with breakfast, some evening meals, and more.
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tour highlights:
Buckingham Palace
Day 1 – London
Arrive in London, the capital city of the United Kingdom. You’ll have some time to explore the city, perhaps with a walk along the bank of the River Thames or a visit to one of the museums in Kensington. You might also feel like visiting one of London’s diverse neighborhoods, such as Covent Garden, Westminster, Mayfair, or Chelsea.
Hotel: Park Plaza Riverbank including breakfast
Day 2 – Stratford & York
Roman Walls and York Minster
Leaving London, we’ll head right into the heart of the English countryside, known for its green rolling hills and beautiful landscapes. The first stop is the town of Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Visit the house where Shakespeare was born and grew up, as well as the nearby visitor center. Departing Stratford, we’ll head up north to the city of York. Enjoy an orientation walk passing the ancient Roman city walls, York Minster and the collection of ancient narrow streets, known as The Shambles.
The evening is spent in the spa town of Harrogate. Enjoy a traditional pub meal.
Hotel Crowne Plaza Harrogate including breakfast and dinner
The Lake District,
Day 3 – Lake District & Glasgow
On day three of this England, Ireland, Wales & Scotland Tour we’ll slowly work our way further North. We’ll drive through the Yorkshire Dales and into the Lake District, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a beautiful part of England, known for its writers and poets. Enjoy an optional relaxing cruise on Lake Windermere. Alternatively, discover the charm of the local town Bowness-on-Windermere. We then continue traveling through the picturesque countryside, which inspired the English poet William Wordsworth and writer Beatrix Potter. The drive continues until we head into Scotland, passing Gretna Green, where couples used to elope and ‘tie the knot’. We continue on to Glasgow, the third largest city in the UK, with an orientation that passes many of the famous sites. In the evening there is an optional extra to dine at a traditional venue featuring Scottish entertainment.
Novotel Glasgow Center Hotel, including breakfast
Day 4 – Edinburgh
A full day to explore all that Edinburgh has to offer! This is the capital city of Scotland, perched on a hill with stunning views all around. Led by a local specialist, highlights of the day include visiting Edinburgh Castle and seeing the Royal Mile, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the beautiful new Scottish Parliament building, and the exquisite Georgian architecture of the New Town. In the evening, we return to the Novotel Glasgow Center Hotel and will have a delicious meal at a local restaurant (included). Enjoy an optional trip to Rosslyn Chapel. This historic 15th-century building has a painted ceiling which includes a dove with an olive branch ( a symbol of the Knights Templar) popularized by The Da Vinci Code novel.
Day 5 – Belfast
We’ll head down the Scottish coastline and take a short ferryride across to Northern Ireland, arriving soon after in Belfast. Belfast is the capital city of Northern Ireland. Accompanied by a local specialist we’ll explore Belfast, including City Hall and the dock where the Titanic was built. From here, it’s straight to our hotel in Dublin. In the evening enjoy an optional meal at a local restaurant-pub where you will taste authentic Irish cuisine and experience the famous Irish hospitality
Ballsbridge Hotel or The Address Hotel Connolly, breakfast included for both.
Day 6 – Dublin
St Patrick’s Cathedral
A full day to explore Dublin, the capital city of Ireland. Joined by a local specialist, you’ll get to see many of the highlights of the city, including St Patrick’s Cathedral, the tallest church in Ireland, Trinity College, and the pretty Georgian squares. Visit the Guinness Storehouse in St James’s Gate. This is where the story of Guinness began in 1759. Learn how this once-small brewery has become one of the most popular beers worldwide. There will be time for tasting in the Gravity Bar which looks out over fantastic views of the city. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure soaking up the special and unique Irish culture.
Alternatively, enjoy an optional visit to Glendalough, once a glacial valley that became an early monastic site in the 6th century. Explore the remains, including the Round Tower.
In the evening, enjoy an optional traditional Irish cabaret experience famed for its Irish music, dance, songs, and humor.
Ballsbridge Hotel or The Address Hotel Connolly. Breakfast included.
Day 7 – Kilkenny and Waterford
Departing Dublin, we head to the Irish National Stud, world-famous for rearing thouroughbred racehorses. Enjoy a a guided tour, followed by a walk in the stunning Japanese Gardens, considered to be the finest in Europe. From here, admire the medieval Kilkenny Castle, built in 1260 AD, before some free time for lunch. We then head south to the Waterford Crystal Studios to watch the craftsmen produce their exquisite cut glass and visit the Waterford Crystal shop.
Enjoy either an optional guided tour of Waterford, the oldest city in Ireland. It is thought to have been founded by the Vikings in the 9th Century. Explore the city’s rich heritage with a local guide, followed by a visit to one of the city’s oldest pubs.
or, enjoy an optional evening of traditional Irish entertainment, including folk songs and singing, and maybe even a pint or two!
Evening accommodation is either at the Waterford Marina Hotel or The Fitzwilton Hotel Waterford. Breakfast included.
Day 8 – Cardiff
‘The Keep’, the fortified tower built within the walls of Cardiff Castle
Day 8 of this England, Ireland, Scotland & Wales tour is spent in Cardiff. We start the day by taking the ferry across the Irish Sea, and head to Cardiff, the capital city of Wales. We take a panoramic tour of the city passing many of the historic sites including the Millenium Centre, National Assembly and Cardiff Castle. There is an optional visit to the 11th-century Castle. Enjoy the richly decorated interiors; each room is decorated with exquisite murals, stained glass, gilding, and with superb craftsmanship. Walk the battlements and enjoy amazing views.
In the evening, we travel into the countryside to visit a sustainable farm run by a local Welsh family. They will demonstrate their farming techniques, meet some of the resident animals, and see their vineyard, which is the oldest and largest in Wales. Experience Welsh hospitality and enjoy a homemade meal with the family. This is included in the package.
Evening accommodation is in the Park Inn by Radisson Cardiff City Center.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 9 – Bath & Stonehenge
Stonehenge
Crossing back into England, we arrive at the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath. Admire the city’s elegant Georgian architecture and medieval Bath Abbey, which have been used as backdrops to many famous movies. Visit the 2000-year-old Roman Baths, which utilized natural warm springs to create a place to bathe and from which the city takes its name.
We then visit Stonehenge. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most mysterious places in the world. Built over 5,000 years ago, admiring the Neolithic stone circles, followed by a visit to the Neolithic Village and state-of-the-art Visitors Center.
From here, we continue on to London.
Evening Accomodation is at the Park Plaza London Riverbank, County Hall.
Breakfast included.
Day 10 – Depart London
The final day of this England, Ireland, Scotland & Wales tour – say goodbye to your fellow travellers and head home.
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