England and Scotland Heritage
8 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Birmingham, Liverpool, Lake District, Glasgow, Edinburgh, York, London
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QBEAIM26
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the rich heritage of England and Scotland with the "England and Scotland Heritage" tour. Begin your adventure in London, exploring iconic sites like Windsor Castle and the historic city of Oxford. Travel through the charming towns of Chester and Liverpool, and experience the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake District and Scottish Highlands. Discover the cultural treasures of Glasgow and Edinburgh, including the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Enjoy the flexibility of Choice Experiences, from steam train rides to exploring ancient castles. With expert guidance from a Travel Director and comfortable accommodations, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and stunning scenery. Delight in many included meals and city orientation tours, all while traveling in a luxury air-conditioned coach. Conclude your journey with a visit to Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon before returning to London.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: London - Windsor - Oxford - Birmingham
Location: Birmingham
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Birmingham M6
Meals Included: Dinner
This morning, meet your Travel Director and travel companions and head west for a memorable encounter with royalty and academia. Start with a stop in Windsor, home to the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world, then continue to the historic university city of Oxford. Explore its renowned colleges and historic architecture. Finally, journey onward to Birmingham for your overnight stay.
Day 2: Birmingham - Chester - Liverpool
Location: Liverpool
Accommodation Name: Ibis Albert Dock
Meals Included: Breakfast
The Romans left their magic touch on the pretty town of Chester. You’ll view the city walls that they built in the first century to defend their fortress and the black-and-white half-timbered buildings, famously known as 'The Rows'. Take some time to explore Chester your way or join a Choice Experience to Llangollen in North Wales. Home of the International Eisteddfod, Llangollen has a tiny population but punches well above its weight when it comes to serene scenery and an array of cafés, bars and restaurants. Our home for the night is the haunt of the 'Fab Four', with an evening at leisure to explore Liverpool’s legendary nightlife.
Day 3: Liverpool – Lake District – Gretna Green – Glasgow
Location: Lake District
Accommodation Name: Ibis City Centre
Meals Included: Breakfast
Settle in for a scenic drive north to the Lake District. Here you’ll see first-hand why the rugged and untamed beauty of the Lake District inspired William Wordsworth to wander 'lonely as a cloud' in his acclaimed piece of poetry, 'Daffodils'. There’s no better way to embrace the area’s heritage than to join a Choice Experience and chug between Haverthwaite and Lakeside in an old-world steam train followed by a cruise on Lake Windermere. Crossing the Scottish border, you’ll stop at Gretna Green, where eloping couples would exchange their vows over the Blacksmith’s anvil and be bound to each other forever. Resist the urge to tie the knot yourself and continue to the bold city of Glasgow, where you’ll have an opportunity to join a Choice Experience for a night on the "toon".
Day 4: Glasgow – Scottish Highlands
Location: Glasgow
Accommodation Name: Laggan
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Kick-start your day with an introduction to Glasgow’s industrial past and modern revival that has given the city its characteristic gallus strut. Channel your inner Highlander next, embarking on a journey north to the banks of Loch Lomond, where a cruise to Rob Roy’s cave could be on the cards should you choose to join this Choice Experience. Later, the breathtakingly beautiful scenery of Glencoe, 'Glen of Weeping', will stir all your emotions – not least as you remember the brave clans people who fought relentlessly for their beliefs. Local shepherd Neil and his enthusiastic border collies are ready to welcome guests on their Highland sheep farm for a Choice Experience this afternoon. You can perfect your sheep-shearing skills before settling into your Highland hotel.
Day 5: Scottish Highlands – St. Andrews – Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation Name: Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast
Robert Burns once wrote of his beloved hills of the Highlands. Your scenic drive through its mystical landscapes will leave you similarly inspired as you venture to picturesque Pitlochry on the banks of the Tummel. There’s time to explore this salmon fishing centre on your own or join a Choice Experience to Blair Castle, home of the Duke of Atholl and Europe's last remaining private army. The fairways and greens of St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf, beckon and you’ll have an opportunity to snap a selfie against the backdrop of the famous 18th green.
Day 6: Edinburgh Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation Name: Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tuck into a hearty Scottish breakfast with tattie scones and all the trimmings. Today you’ll need some extra sustenance as there’s much to see and do in Scotland’s hilly capital. The Georgian New Town, Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle all wait to be viewed in the company of your Local Specialist, so grab your camera and prepare for a memorable sightseeing tour revealing all the highlights of Auld Reekie. You’ll have plenty of time to explore on your own or consider joining an Optional Experience to Rosslyn Chapel or an in-depth tour of Edinburgh Castle.
Day 7: Edinburgh – York – Bradford
Location: York
Accommodation Name: Leonardo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cheerio the noo and wave goodbye to Scotland. It’s time to venture south on your return journey through England to London, but not before you come face-to-face with Hadrian’s first-century attempt to keep the ‘barbarians’ out of his Roman Empire. You’ll not see an ancient Roman wall like it anywhere else on earth. Continue to the walled city of York, where an orientation tour will guide you through its narrow medieval streets to the 13th-century Gothic cathedral, York Minster, which dominates the city. You’ll have some time to admire the structure’s beautiful stained glass before an evening on your own, although York’s alluring history may keep you on the edge of your seat. Delve into its tales of Romans, roses and ghosts. It’s the stuff great books are made of.
Day 8: Bradford – Stratford-Upon-Avon – London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your return journey to London is almost at its end, but not before a visit to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of the famous bard, William Shakespeare, who became England’s most beloved playwright. It’s time for one last group picture as you say a fond farewell to your Travel Director and new friends in the capital of the United Kingdom.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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The services of a Costsaver Local Host if you stay at Costsaver's recommended London hotel
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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Many meals and daily breakfasts included
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City orientation tours
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Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
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Extensive variety of Choice Experiences
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On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
What's Not Included
Optional ExperiencesOptional Experiences such as visits to Rosslyn Chapel or an in-depth tour of Edinburgh Castle are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi in most countries, providing a comfortable and convenient way to explore the scenic landscapes of England and Scotland.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays at cherry-picked hotels such as the Holiday Inn Birmingham M6, Ibis Albert Dock, Ibis City Centre, Laggan, and Moxy Edinburgh Airport, ensuring a restful experience throughout your journey.
Dining Summary
- 2 Dinner (D)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
Essentials
- View the Royal Castle
- Explore the historic city
- View the timbered buildings known as the 'Rows'
- Visit this picturesque region
- Visit this town, popular with eloping couples since 1754
- View Glasgow Cathedral and George Square on your orientation tour
- See Britain's largest freshwater lake
- See the Commando Memorial and Britain's highest mountain Ben Nevis and enjoy a scenic drive through Glencoe, the infamous 'Glen of Weeping'
- View the 18th green on St. Andrews Old Course
- Sightseeing with your Local Guide includes the famous Princes Street, the Royal Mile and the Castle
- View the remains of the Roman wall
- View York Minster and the Shambles
- Visit the town of Shakespeare's birth and see Anne Hathaway's cottage
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries for transportation.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, many meals and daily breakfasts are included in the tour package.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
The tour includes cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted. On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
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Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes, an expert Travel Director and professional Driver will accompany you throughout the tour.
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Are there any special experiences included in the tour?
Yes, the tour offers an extensive variety of Choice Experiences, which may include activities like a steam train ride and a cruise on Lake Windermere, or a visit to a Highland sheep farm.
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Is there any assistance available if I stay at the recommended London hotel?
Yes, the services of a Costsaver Local Host are available if you stay at Costsaver's recommended London hotel.
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What kind of sightseeing experiences are included?
The tour includes city orientation tours and audio headsets are provided to enhance your sightseeing experiences.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.
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Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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