9-Day UK & Ireland Tour: Scotland, Ireland & Southern England from London
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Tour Overview
Highlights
Visit Alnwick (Alnwick Castle, Alnwick Garden), Belfast, Dublin (River Liffey, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral and Dublin on Foot, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Trinity College), Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness (Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle), Liverpool (The Beatles Story), Bath (Roman Baths), Stratford-Upon-Avon, Birmingham, Caernarfon, Chester, Gloucester, Lichfield, Pitlochry, Salisbury (Salisbury Cathedral, Stonehenge), Stow-on-the-Wold, Cambridge, York.
Itinerary
We start the day leaving London towards northern England. Our first stop is Cambridge to admire its beautiful residential colleges. After lunch, we will continue to York where its cathedral, Roman walls and lively shopping streets will create a charming memory, some free time to stroll around. Afterwards, we will continue north to Durham. Explore this charming medieval town full of life which has a wonderful cathedral right in front of the castle.
Cambridge, United Kingdom
A university city and the county town of Cambridgeshire, England, home to the world-renowned University of Cambridge, which was founded in 1209.
York, United Kingdom
A historic walled city in North Yorkshire, England. York Minster and a variety of cultural and sporting activities make it a popular tourist destination.
Today we will travel to Scotland, stopping in Alnwick, a picturesque town with lovely gardens and a large medieval castle which was used in the Harry Potter films. We will continue to Edinburgh, arriving at noon. This is Scotland’s capital city and one of the most active cities in Northern Europe. Its monumental centre has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its castle overlooks the city’s steep streets and parks. We will enjoy a sightseeing tour with a local guide.
Alnwick, United Kingdom
A market town in north Northumberland, England, of which it is the traditional county town. The town's greatest building by far is Alnwick Castle, one of the homes of the Duke of Northumberland, and site of The Alnwick Garden.
Alnwick Castle
Alnwick Castle has been the location for all kinds of film productions and television programmes - most famously taking the starring role of Hogwarts in the first two Harry Potter films.
Alnwick Garden
The Garden was designed for every season – from fragrant roses to mirror-polished water features, no matter when you visit, there is always something to admire.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, to the north of England in the United Kingdom. Learn about the area's proud history at the National Museum of Scotland, and tour the Royal Yacht Britannia and Arthur's Seat.
Today, we have an exciting journey through the Scottish Highlands ahead of us, starting with a coffee and a stroll in Pitlochry, a charming village. Next, we’ll pass through Inverness in northern Scotland, near the mysterious Loch Ness. After, we´ll visit Urquhart Castle (admission included) from where we´ll embark on a boat ride on the dark waters of Loch Ness. Next, we’ll pass by Fort Augustus with its sluice system and Fort William, a tourist center at the foot of Ben Nevis, the highest summit in the United Kingdom. Heading south, we’ll travel through the high plateaus, where snow is often visible, and skirt the picturesque shores of Loch Lomond. We’ll arrive in Glasgow at the end of the day.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Groups arriving in Edinburgh from the 15th of November until the end of February will follow this adjusted itinerary due to the shorter days and frequent snow on the roads:
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Edinburgh to Pitlochry (09:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.), a picturesque city in the heart of the Scottish region known for its whisky production. We will visit a traditional whisky distillery (admission included). Our journey will continue to Stirling (12:30 p.m. - 03:30 p.m.), with its impressive historic center dominated by the grand Stirling Castle (tickets included). This castle is one of the most significant in Scotland, having witnessed numerous historical events, including battles and the coronation of several kings. After some time for lunch, we’ll stop to photograph The Kelpies, enormous sculptures of two horse heads inspired by Scottish mythology. Finally, we’ll continue to Glasgow. We’ll arrive at around 05:00 p.m. with time to stroll through the city center.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Groups arriving in Edinburgh from the 15th of November until the end of February will follow this adjusted itinerary due to the shorter days and frequent snow on the roads:
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Edinburgh to Pitlochry (09:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.), a picturesque city in the heart of the Scottish region known for its whisky production. We will visit a traditional whisky distillery (admission included). Our journey will continue to Stirling (12:30 p.m. - 03:30 p.m.), with its impressive historic center dominated by the grand Stirling Castle (tickets included). This castle is one of the most significant in Scotland, having witnessed numerous historical events, including battles and the coronation of several kings. After some time for lunch, we’ll stop to photograph The Kelpies, enormous sculptures of two horse heads inspired by Scottish mythology. Finally, we’ll continue to Glasgow. We’ll arrive at around 05:00 p.m. with time to stroll through the city center.
Pitlochry, United Kingdom
Located in the Perth and Kinross region of Scotland, Pitlochry is a popular tourist destination known for scenic views of the nearby Ben Vrackie and Schiehallion mountains. The town has retained much of its Victorian era charm with architecture dating back to the mid-1800s.
Inverness, United Kingdom
Inverness, located in the Scottish Highlands, is the northernmost city in the UK and administrative center of the region. The Gaelic king MacBethad, popularized in Shakespeare's Macbeth, held a castle in this city during the 11th century.
Loch Ness
One of the world's most famous lakes, Loch Ness is best known for the mythological creature said to be hidden in its waters. The legend is spurred on by the extreme murkiness of the water and depth of the lake.
Urquhart Castle
This 13th-century castle on the shores of the famous Loch Ness has played an important role in Scottish history. The castle was partially destroyed and then abandoned in the middle of the 17th century, but today is being preserved.
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and situated on the river Clyde in the country's west central lowlands.
Today we will leave Glasgow heading towards southern Scotland. We will board a ferry in Cairnryan. Our journey takes us towards Northern Ireland, arriving in Belfast, Northern Ireland’s capital city. This monumental city is overcoming its religious conflicts. We will resume our journey to Eire in Ireland. Last stop will be Dublin, arriving at the end of the day.
Belfast, United Kingdom
The capital city of Northern Ireland. In its 2018 report on Best Places to Live in Britain, The Sunday Times named Ballyhackamore, "the brunch capital of Belfast", as the best place in Northern Ireland.
We'll start the day with a panoramic tour of Dublin, the peaceful capital of Ireland. We'll stroll along the banks of the River Liffey, visiting its parks, historic university, and vibrant downtown streets. We will see the exterior of Trinity College. The afternoon will be free for you to explore at your leisure.
Note: Occasionally, depending on our arrival time in Dublin and the daylight hours, the tour may take place the previous afternoon.
Note: Occasionally, depending on our arrival time in Dublin and the daylight hours, the tour may take place the previous afternoon.
Dublin, Ireland
Ireland's most famous (and capital) city was originally a viking settlement. It is home to many landmarks and monument from across its colorful history, such as Dublin Castle, Trinity College, the Molly Malone statue, Mountjoy Square, and much more!
River Liffey
The River Liffey (Irish: An Life) is the iconic river flowing through the heart of Dublin, Ireland. Stretching 125 km (78 miles) from its source in the Wicklow Mountains to its mouth at Dublin Bay, it divides the city into Northside and Southside, each with distinct cultural vibes.
Trinity College(Outside Visit)
This research university is the most prestigious in Ireland. Established in 1592, it now educates over 16,000 students. Famous graduates include Jonathan Swift, Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett, and Bram Stoker.
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral and Dublin on Foot
Visit Chester Beatty Library's treasures: medieval books, Quran collections, Ming art, and Egyptian ceramics. Explore religious texts and ancient artifacts. Stroll through George's Street Arcade's Victorian market, then Powerscourt Townhouse's Georgian elegance. Wander Wicklow Street's shops and cafes. See Temple Bar's rock and roll Wall of Fame. Ends at Trinity College.
The largest church in all of Ireland is the National Cathedral and Collegiate Church of Saint Patrick at Dublin. The spire at its top juts 140 feet into the sky. It was built at the end of the 12th century.
We will board a ferry in the early morning. After a journey of three hours, we will arrive in Wales. We will visit Caernarfon, a World Heritage site by the sea overlooked by an impressive castle. There will be time for lunch and a stroll. We continue to Liverpool, where you will have a chance to visit The Beatles Story Exhibition.
Caernarfon, United Kingdom
Caernarfon is a historic Welsh town famed for its UNESCO-listed 13th-century castle, Welsh language heritage, and stunning Menai Strait location near Snowdonia.
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Located in the city of Merseyside, Liverpool a cultural center in the United Kingdom. Tourism is a significant part of the city's economy and visitors enjoy museums, nightlife, cuisine, shopping and more. Liverpool is also home to one of the most successful football teams, by the same name.
The Beatles Story
Opened in 1990, this attraction in Liverpool is dedicated to the legacy of the Beatles, featuring galleries, exhibits, and personal items from the group's storied career. The facility includes a Discovery Zone for kids.
After breakfast, we'll travel to the nearby town of Chester, located on the border with Wales. This historic city preserves its Roman amphitheater, a powerful medieval wall, and boasts stunning architecture. You'll have time to explore at your leisure. We’ll then stop for lunch in the small, picturesque town of Lichfield, known for its charming center with cobbled streets and historic buildings, highlighted by its medieval cathedral with three spires. Our journey will continue to Birmingham, the second-largest city in the UK, which played a key role during the Industrial Revolution. Today, it's a vibrant hub of economic and cultural activity. We recommend taking a stroll around the town hall area and along the canals, which form a network more extensive than Venice's, now lined with dozens of restaurants and entertainment venues.
Chester, United Kingdom
A walled city in Cheshire, England. It has a number of medieval buildings, but some of the black-and-white buildings within the city centre are Victorian restorations.
Lichfield, United Kingdom
Lichfield is a charming cathedral city in Staffordshire, famed for its stunning three-spired medieval cathedral, birthplace of Samuel Johnson (lexicographer), and well-preserved Georgian architecture.
Birmingham, United Kingdom
This city is the largest British metropolis outside of the capital of London. During the dawn of the Industrial Revolution, Birmingham rose to great prominence, being regarded as one of the world's first "manufacturing cities."
We'll depart for Stratford, a historic city founded in the 12th century on the banks of River Avon, best known as the birthplace of William Shakespeare. If you wish, you can visit the house where he was born. Next, we’ll travel through a region of delightful scenery and small villages to Stow-on-the-Wold, a charming village with stone houses and a picturesque square, with art galleries and antique stores. Our journey will continue to Gloucester, where you'll have time for lunch at the lively docks and can explore the historic center, featuring its grand cathedral, where some Harry Potter scenes were filmed. We'll finish in Bath, famous for its hot springs and Georgian architecture. If you wish, you can visit the Roman baths.
Stratford-Upon-Avon, United Kingdom
Stratford-upon-Avon is a market town and civil parish in the Stratford-on-Avon District.
Stow-on-the-Wold, United Kingdom
Stow-on-the-Wold is a picturesque Cotswold market town in England, known for its historic wool trade, charming stone cottages, and the ancient St Edward's Church.
Gloucester, United Kingdom
Gloucester is a historic cathedral city in southwest England, famed for its magnificent Gloucester Cathedral (featured in Harry Potter), Roman roots, and vibrant dockside regeneration.
Bath, United Kingdom
Bath is the largest city in the ceremonial county of Somerset, England, known for its Roman-built baths.
After spending some time in Bath, where you can visit the Roman baths if you wish, we'll continue our journey through southern England. We'll include admission to Stonehenge, one of the most famous prehistoric monuments in the world, formed by a circle of stones whose exact purpose remains a mystery. Next, in Salisbury, you’ll have time for lunch in its charming medieval center before visiting its impressive cathedral (admission included), home to the tallest spire in England. We'll return to London, arriving at the end of the day.
Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.
Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.
Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.
Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.
Bath, United Kingdom
Bath is the largest city in the ceremonial county of Somerset, England, known for its Roman-built baths.
Roman Baths
The Roman Baths is an exceptionally well-preserved bathhouse built around a natural hotspring in antiquity. The first bathhouse there was built in about 890 BC (before Roman rule), though the current building dates to about 65 AD.
Salisbury, United Kingdom
This cathedral city in Wiltshere, England is best known for its large, historic cathedral, which is most famous for housing the Magna Carta, a critical document in English history.
Stonehenge
This world-famous prehistoric monument dates to between 3000 and 2000 BC. It is a UNESCO National Historic Site and one of the most recognizable icons of Britain in the world. It is thought to have been a burial site.
Salisbury Cathedral
This Anglican cathedral is a prime example of Early English architecture. It was built in the middle of the 13th century and boasts the tallest church spire in the United Kingdom. Visitors can take tours that view it from the inside.
Departure & Return
- 07:30 a.m. - Departure from London. The exact time and address will be provided upon confirmation.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
Price Excludes
| Destination | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Dublin, Ireland | ||
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Saint Patrick’s Cathedral and Dublin on Foot (Optional)
Local guide service -Transfer included with our bus to St. Patricks Cathedral -Entrance and guided tour of St. Patricks Cathedral.
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$40 / €35 | $40 / €35 |
Dublin, Ireland
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral and Dublin on Foot (Optional)
Local guide service -Transfer included with our bus to St. Patricks Cathedral -Entrance and guided tour of St. Patricks Cathedral.
- Adult
- $40 / €35
- Child
- $40 / €35
- Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
- If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
Additional Notes
- The luggage allowed for each passenger on our tours is limited to one piece of a maximum of 30 kg. per person (note airlines and trains have their own limits, normally lower, to be respected).
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All cancellations or changes of date must comply with the following details:
(Notification day and departure day are not counted)
118 dollars will be charged if cancel or change within or more than 31 days before departure date (not including departure date).
10% of total fee and 118 dollars will be charged if cancel or change within 30 days before departure date (not including departure date).
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75% of total fee and 118 dollars will be charged if cancel or change within 7 days before departure date (not including departure date).
Absolutely NO refund on all cancellations or postponements within 1 day prior to departure (not including departure date).
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
118 dollars will be charged if cancel or change within or more than 31 days before departure date (not including departure date).
10% of total fee and 118 dollars will be charged if cancel or change within 30 days before departure date (not including departure date).
50% of total fee and 118 dollars will be charged if cancel or change within 15 days before departure date (not including departure date).
75% of total fee and 118 dollars will be charged if cancel or change within 7 days before departure date (not including departure date).
Absolutely NO refund on all cancellations or postponements within 1 day prior to departure (not including departure date).
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
Itinerary Variations
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
Tour Cancellation:
We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, TakeTours' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or similar tour.. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.
We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, TakeTours' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or similar tour.. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.
We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.
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