From the Shannon to the Thames
From the Shannon to the Thames
From the Shannon to the Thames
13 Days Starting in Limerick, Ireland and ending in London, UK
Visiting: Shannon, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Adare, Ring of Kerry, Killarney, Blarney, Cahir, Dublin, Giant's Causeway, Giants Causeway, Belfast, Edinburgh, Alnwick, York, Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Stonehenge, London
Tour operator:
Tour code:
GU-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 36
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
From:
$3829
$3602 (USD)
Operator discount: -$126
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$102
Tour Overview
Beloved music, literature, and poetry; lively traditions, customs, and conversation; smooth Guinness, whisky, and ale—they all flow from the banks of one legendary river to another on this immersive tour of Ireland, Scotland, and England. From the ancient villages along the Shannon to the cathedrals and castles lining the Thames, this tour of Ireland and Britain invites you to splash about in four distinctive countries and cultures. Enjoy traditional tea at a 150-year-old Irish farmhouse, follow the sounds of haunting bagpipes in Edinburgh’s quirky quarters, and quote famous verse as you stroll around Shakespeare’s birthplace in the English countryside. With a compass pointed toward enlightenment and enchantment, this vacation to Ireland and Britain is overflowing with seaside scenery, Highland history, and cobblestone charisma.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Shannon,Ireland-Limerick
Location: Shannon, Shannon, Limerick
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Limerick Strand Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Day 2 : Limerick. Excursion To Cliffs Of Moher & Galway
Location: Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Limerick
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Limerick Strand Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
CLIFFS OF MOHER Visit the 668-foot-high cliffs above the Atlantic Ocean.GALWAY Free time.RATHBAUN [LF] Watch the farmer shear a sheep and maneuver a flock with a help of a sheep dog, and enjoy traditional tea at Rathbaun Farm. 159 mi / 255 km
Day 3 : Limerick-Adare,Ring Of Kerry-Killarney
Location: Limerick, Adare, Ring of Kerry, Killarney
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Killarney Towers Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
ADARE Stop at the quaint village to see its pretty thatched cottages.RING OF KERRY Panoramic drive around part of Ireland’s spectacular southwestern peninsula.KILLARNEY Free time. 157 mi / 253 km
Day 4 : Killarney-Blarney-Cahir-Dublin
Location: Killarney, Blarney, Cahir, Dublin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Gibson
Meals Included: Breakfast
BLARNEY Visit the village renowned for its magical Kissing Stone.CAHIR Photo stop.DUBLIN Free time this afternoon. 225 mi / 360 km
Day 5 : Dublin
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Gibson
Meals Included: Breakfast
DUBLIN Take a morning orientation drive to see O’Connell Street, Georgian squares, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College. Free time this afternoon.
Day 6 : Dublin-Giant’S Causeway,Northern Ireland-Belfast
Location: Dublin, Giant's Causeway, Giants Causeway, Belfast
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Clayton Hotel Belfast
Meals Included: Breakfast
GIANT’S CAUSEWAY See more than 40,000 interlocking basalt columns formed millions of years ago.BELFAST Visit the Titanic Belfast Experience. 216 mi / 348 km
Day 7 : Belfast-Edinburgh,Scotland
Location: Belfast, Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Marriott Courtyard
Meals Included: Breakfast
BELFAST Ferry crossing on the North Channel strait to Cairnryan on Scotland’s southwest coast. Continue with a scenic drive through Scottish border country to Edinburgh. 132 mi / 212 km
Day 8 : Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Marriott Courtyard
Meals Included: Breakfast
EDINBURGH Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the New Town, the Old Town, and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Free time this afternoon.EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Attend the world-renowned Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo performance. (Departures July 31 through August 14 only).
Day 9 : Edinburgh-Alnwick,England-York
Location: Edinburgh, Alnwick, York
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: DoubleTree By Hilton York
Meals Included: Breakfast
ALNWICK Visit Alnwick Castle, setting for many film productions. Choose between a tour of the castle or taking a stroll through the magnificent Alnwick Gardens.YORK See York Minster and browse the shops of The Shambles. 243 mi / 391 km
Day 10 : York-Stratford-Upon-Avon-Bath
Location: York, Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Double Tree By Hilton Bath
Meals Included: No Meals
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON See Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace.BATH Visit the excavations of the Roman Baths. 286 mi / 460 km
Day 11 : Bath-Stonehenge-London
Location: Bath, Stonehenge, London
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Park Plaza Waterloo
Meals Included: Breakfast
STONEHENGE Join a guided visit. 131 mi / 210 km
Day 12 : London
Location: London
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Park Plaza Waterloo
Meals Included: Breakfast
LONDON Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, Prime Minister’s Downing Street residence, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Free time this afternoon.
Day 13 : London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Fully Guided
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Transport
Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Insurance
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International Travel
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
City of Bath|Giant's Causeway and Causeway Coast|Old and New Towns of Edinburgh|Stonehenge|The great Spa Towns of Europe - Bath|Westminster Palace (Westminster Abbey and Saint Margaret's Church) Only See
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 3 three-course dinners
Accommodation
Limerick:Limerick Strand HotelKillarney:Killarney Towers HotelDublin:The GibsonBelfast:The Clayton Hotel BelfastEdinburgh:Marriott CourtyardYork:DoubleTree by Hilton YorkBath:Double Tree By Hilton BathLondon:Park Plaza Westminster BridgeLondon:Park Plaza Waterloo
Check out our Q&As
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above
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What is the maximum group size?
Usually max 43 people
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 89 days before tour starts: Forfeit 20% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
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At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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