Exploring Britain & Ireland featuring England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales
Exploring Britain & Ireland featuring England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales
Exploring Britain & Ireland featuring England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales
15 Days Starting in England and ending in Scotland
Visiting: London, Stonehenge, Bath, Cardiff, Waterford, Blarney, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Rock of Cashel, Dublin, Cheshire, Lake District, Gretna Green, Edinburgh, York, Stratford-upon-Avon
Tour operator:
Tour code:
12979
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
10 - 44
Physical rating:
Medium, Activity Level 3
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Collette with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Travel to some of the world’s most magnificent cities and through the magical countryside of Britain and Ireland. This comprehensive journey takes you through rolling farmland and across the Irish Sea, through England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Marvel at the mystery of Stonehenge. Experience Ireland’s culinary renaissance during a cooking class at one of Dublin’s premier culinary institutes. Walk in the footsteps of William Shakespeare at his birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon. Be mesmerized by the breathtaking landscapes in the English Lake District, Ireland’s Ring of Kerry and the valleys, mountains and imposing castles of North Wales. Admire the ancient Roman ruins in elegant Bath and at Hadrian’s Wall. Get acquainted with Britain’s pageantry in the royal cities of Edinburgh and London.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Overnight Flight
Location: London
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge
Meals Included: No Meals
Discover the true cultural treasures of Britain and Ireland on a comprehensive journey through England, Ireland, Wales and Scotland.
Day 2 : London, England - Tour Begins
Location: London
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge
Meals Included: Dinner
Your journey opens in the regal city of London. A capital of culture and commerce, the city blends traditional with modern. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.
Day 3 : London
Location: London
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover the pageantry of London as we join a local guide for a city tour. See Big Ben, Westminster, Whitehall, Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore this iconic city or perhaps partake in an optional excursion to Windsor Castle.
Day 4 : London - Stonehenge - Bath - Cardiff, Wales
Location: London, Stonehenge, Bath, Cardiff
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Granville
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Stonehenge, the mysterious formation that dates back to the Stone Age. Explore various theories on how the colossal stones arrived at the location and their purpose. Continue to the elegant Georgian town of Bath to visit the Roman Bath Museum’s 2,000-year-old elaborate spas. Enjoy some time to stroll through Bath’s cobblestone streets and soak in its old-world atmosphere. Your day ends in the Welsh capital of Cardiff.
Day 5 : Cardiff - Ferry To Ireland - Waterford
Location: Cardiff, Waterford
Accommodation: Hotel,
Accommodation Name: Scotts
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Join a local expert on a leisurely-paced walking tour of Cardiff. Learn about the city’s deep ties to the coal industry, its connection to ancient Rome and its famous Victorian shopping arcades. Take in the beautiful countryside of Wales en route to the coastal village of Fishguard. There we board the ferry for Ireland, crossing the Irish Sea. Upon arrival in Rosslare, travel to Waterford, your home for the evening. After dinner tonight top off the evening by making your very own Irish coffee!
Day 6 : Waterford - Blarney - Killarney
Location: Waterford, Blarney, Killarney
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Scotts
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
This morning, it’s your choice! Tour the House of Waterford Crystal factory featuring a fascinating visitor’s center and a retail store housing the largest collection of Waterford Crystal in the world -OR- enjoy a leisurely-paced walking tour of Ireland’s oldest city and discover its rich Viking, Norman and Cromwellian history. Later, travel to historic Blarney Castle. Make your way to the top of the castle, lie back and kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Legend has it that if you do, you will be blessed with the "gift of eloquence." This evening it’s Diner’s Choice…tonight’s dinner is included and you’ll choose the perfect spot from a ‘menu’ of Killarney’s great restaurants.
Day 7 : Killarney - Ring Of Kerry - Killarney
Location: Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Killarney
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Herbert Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning explore Killarney National Park on a traditional jaunting car ride.* Then travel along the glorious Ring of Kerry where you’ll find some of Ireland’s most magical scenery. Pause for a moment at the Gap of Dunloe to browse for traditional Irish handcrafted goods. As we continue our journey, marvel at the vistas created by windswept cliffs, rugged mountains, lakes and picturesque villages.
Day 8 : Killarney - Rock Of Cashel - Dublin
Location: Killarney, Rock of Cashel, Dublin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Herbert Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we venture through the “Golden Vale” en route to the awe-inspiring Rock of Cashel. Be amazed by its imposing facade and visit the spot where St. Patrick preached. Continue on to vibrant Dublin.
Day 9 : Dublin
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grosvenor Pulford
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Discover Dublin’s past and present on a locally guided tour highlighting the Bank of Ireland, O’Connell Street, Grafton Street, Phoenix Park and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Later, experience for yourself the welcoming nature of the Irish as you set out to explore the “Fair City” on your own. Tonight, give traditional Irish cuisine a modern twist during a cooking class and dinner at one of Dublin’s premier culinary institutions.
Day 10 : Dublin - Ferry To Wales - Cheshire
Location: Dublin, Cheshire
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Apex Grassmarket
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Ferry across the Irish Sea to Holyhead, Wales. As you traverse northern Wales, pass Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, the town with the longest name in the world. Make a stop at majestic Caernarfon Castle, where Charles was crowned Prince of Wales. Then, continue through the Welsh countryside and discover some of the most magnificent scenery in all of Britain. Tonight, experience dinner at a traditional English carvery.
Day 11 : Cheshire - Lake District - Gretna Green, Scotland - Edinburgh
Location: Cheshire, Lake District, Gretna Green, Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Apex Grassmarket
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Travel north into England’s scenic Lake District. Here you’ll feel the inspirational appeal of the region’s quintessential English villages, Lake Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere. Crossing into Scotland, stop in the town of Gretna Green where generations of runaway couples eloped. Continue to Edinburgh, Scotland’s majestic capital city. This evening it’s Diner’s Choice…tonight’s dinner is included and you’ll choose the perfect spot from a "menu" of Edinburgh’s great restaurants.
Day 12 : Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn York City Centre
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today it’s your choice! Come to know this regal city during a locally guided panoramic city coach tour -OR- for a different perspective, join a local expert and explore the city on foot. Both tours include a visit to Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish Crown Jewels, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse,** the Queen’s official residence in Edinburgh and former home of Mary, Queen of Scots. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax or explore the city independently.
Day 13 : Edinburgh - York, England
Location: Edinburgh, York
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall
Meals Included: Breakfast
En route to England, visit Hadrian’s Wall. Construction of this ancient structure began in A.D. 122 and since that time, it has served as the northern border of the Roman Empire. Continue to the historic city of York. Find yourself surrounded by the charms of history as you explore its quaint narrow streets. Walk on the famous “Shambles” and see the magnificent 13th-century Minster.
Day 14 : York - Stratford-Upon-Avon
Location: York, Stratford-upon-Avon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Journey to charming Stratford-upon-Avon. Step back in time as we visit William Shakespeare’s birthplace. Afterward, it’s your choice! Tour Anne Hathaway's thatch-roofed cottage, the childhood home of the author's wife -OR- set out on a leisurely cruise along the Avon River. This evening we gather to say farewell to this captivating region over dinner.
Day 15 : Stratford-Upon-Avon - Tour Ends
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart today with many fond memories of lovely Britain and Ireland.
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Drinks with Meals
(non-alcoholic)
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Train Tickets
(if train occurs once tour starts and before tour ends – i.e. not airport transfers)
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Meals – Half Board
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Fully Guided
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Country Entry Visas
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Tipping and Gratuities
Experiences
- Behold the sights of Killarney on a traditional jaunting car.
- Find inspiration in the Lake District's quintessential English villages.
- Overnight within the medieval walls in York.
Options
York: The Flavors of Yorkshire
Surround yourself in old-world ambiance and the fresh flavors of Yorkshire when dining in a family-owned alehouse located in the center of historic York. Begin by being treated to a tasting of five Yorkshire brews that includes a selection of ciders, lagers and ales. Then pick your favorite to enjoy with your homemade farm-to-table dinner. You’ll delight in the personal service as you are guided through the menu featuring a variety of seasonal local dishes including the region’s famous “Yorkshire pudding.” Take this opportunity to get to know Northern England’s budding farm-to-table movement showcased during this locally inspired dining experience. Duration approximately 3 hour(s). Transportation is not included A minimum of 8 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. We will walk to the restaurant which is located nearby your hotel. Depending on the location of your hotel, the walk is approximately ½ mile
Price: £65
London: Windsor Castle
Step into the formal world of the British Monarchy when you visit the stately and expansive Windsor Castle. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II uses Windsor as both a private home and as a Royal residence where formal duties of state are performed. Windsor’s 1,000 rooms comprise the largest inhabited castle in the world. It dates back to the 1070s, when William the Conqueror built the original wooden structure, now replaced by the grand stone edifices. Explore one of Britain’s most visited historic buildings, its precincts, and the State Apartments, which house a delightful collection of Royal art treasures. Enjoy time for lunch in the quaint town of Windsor before heading back to London. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the castle that houses so much British history and lore is not to be missed! Duration approximately 4.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 8 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.
Price: £65
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Yes. Baggage is limited to 1 checked bag and 1 carry per person.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, it varies by tour.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes, most likely. Our tours draw travelers from the United States, Canada and Australia, predominatly.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Varies by tour, but typically thjey are 4* / 4*+, and an occaissional 5*
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Varies by tour.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes, an experienced Tour Manager, with the passion for travel, discovery and the destination - will guide you through your journey from start to finish,
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What is the maximum group size?
Varies by tour.
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Are flights included in this tour?
No.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, you will receive full information within the weeks leading up to your departure.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Local currency.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Absolutley. Out tours are crafted with that in mind – striking a balance between included experiences and time to explore on your own.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No, unless you purchase and land and air package from Collette.
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What is the tipping policy?
Igratuities for included meals and accommodation housekeeping are included. It is customary to tip you Tour Manager and driver at the end of the tour.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, our Customer Care center would be happy to help.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Primarily, yes. All of the coaches used must meet rigourous safety and cleanliness standards.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No, the fees associated with required Visa’s are an additional expense.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
That will vary by country of residence and country destination.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
We can accommodate children as young as 5 years old, provided they are traveling / rooming with a parent or legal guardian.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Effective immediately and until further notice, all guests will be required to bring one of the following: proof of vaccination (official vaccination certificate in paper or electronic form), proof of recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result (FDA Approved diagnostic) for a test performed 72-hours or less from the start date of the tour with you on tour to verify information you will be pro
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, with few exception.
Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Collette requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of collette charges.
Up to 300 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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