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9-Day UK & Ireland Tour: Scotland, Ireland and Southern England from London

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Duration: 9 days Language: English; Spanish

Itinerary

Day 1:London - Cambridge - York - Durham(415 km)

Hotel: Deluxe: MARRIOTT ROYAL COUNTY/RADISSON BLU DURHAM
Meals: Meal: Excluded
Welcome to your tour. The day begins with a departure from London towards northern England. The first stop is Cambridge, where you will admire its beautiful colleges. After lunch, the journey continues to York. Here, the stunning cathedral, Roman walls, and lively shopping streets will leave a lasting impression, and you will have some free time to explore. Afterwards, the tour proceeds north to Durham, a vibrant medieval town featuring a magnificent cathedral 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.
  • Durham, United Kingdom
    Durham is a medieval town full of life which has a wonderful cathedral right in front of the castle.

Day 2:Durham - Alnwick - Edinburgh(181 km)

Hotel: Standard: MOXY EDINBURGH AIRPORT Deluxe: DELTA BY MARRIOTT EDINBURGH
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
We'll travel to Scotland, with a stop in Alnwick, a picturesque town known for its beautiful gardens and large medieval castle, famously featured in the Harry Potter films. We'll then continue to Edinburgh, arriving around midday. As Scotland's capital and one of the most vibrant cities in Northern Europe, Edinburgh's monumental center has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The castle overlooks the city's steep streets and parks. We'll enjoy a panoramic 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.
  • 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.

Day 3:Edinburgh - Inverness - Fort Augustus - Glasgow(521 km)

Hotel: Standard: HOLIDAY INN GLASGOW AIRPORT IHG/MOXY GLASGOW SEC
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
    Fort Augustus is a popular tourist destination in the Highland of Scotland, at the south west end of Loch Ness. The Caledonian Canal passes through Fort Augustus and connects Fort William to Inverness.
  • Glasgow, United Kingdom
    Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and situated on the river Clyde in the country's west central lowlands.

Day 4:Glasgow - Belfast - Dublin(315 km)

Hotel: Standard: MALDRON PARNELL SQUARE/ACADEMY PLAZA Deluxe: CLAYTON LEOPARDSTOWN
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Today we'll leave Glasgow and head towards southern Scotland to board a ferry in Cairnryan. Our journey will take us to Northern Ireland, arriving in Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, a monumental city that is emerging from its historical religious conflicts. We'll then continue into Eire, Ireland, with our final stop in Dublin, arriving by the end of the day.
  • Glasgow, United Kingdom
    Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and situated on the river Clyde in the country's west central lowlands.
  • 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.
  • 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!

Day 5:Dublin

Hotel: Standard: MALDRON PARNELL SQUARE/ACADEMY PLAZA Deluxe: CLAYTON LEOPARDSTOWN
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
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.
  • 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!

Day 6:Dublin - Caernarfon - Liverpool(224 km)

Hotel: Deluxe: NOVOTEL PADDINGTON VILLAGE/ATLANTIC TOWER LIVERPOOL BY SUNDAY
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
We'll board a ferry early in the morning, and after a three-hour to three-and-a-half-hour journey, we'll arrive in Wales. Our first stop will be Caernarfon, a seaside World Heritage Site dominated by its impressive castle. You'll have time for lunch and a stroll. We'll then continue to Liverpool, where we'll take a short bus tour of the city, a World Heritage Site with the second-largest port in the United Kingdom. Interested in visiting The Beatles Museum?
  • 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.

Day 7:Liverpool - Chester - Lichfield - Birmingham(138 km)

Hotel: Standard: HAMPTON BY HILTON BIRMINGHAM
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
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."

Day 8:Birmingham - Stratford - Stow-on-the-Wold - Gloucester - Bath(493 km)

Hotel: Deluxe: DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON BATH/HAMPTON BY HILTON BATH CITY
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
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, United Kingdom
  • 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.

Day 9:Bath - Salisbury - Salisbury - London

Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
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.
  • Bath, United Kingdom
    Bath is the largest city in the ceremonial county of Somerset, England, known for its Roman-built baths.
  • 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, 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.
  • London, United Kingdom
    The capital city of both England and the United Kingdom has been a focal point of Western civilization for centuries. This amazing city in the British Isles is famous for places like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Westminster Abbey.

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

General Services: Travel by bus with an English-speaking guide, basic travel insurance, and hotel accommodation including breakfast buffet.
City tour in: Edinburgh, Dublin
Boat: Loch Ness
Ticket admission: Urquhart Castle, Stonehenge , Salisbury Cathedral
Ferry: Scotland - Ireland, Ireland - Wales

Price Excludes

Optional items
Personal expenses

Additional Notes

Please be advised that all travelers to the United Kingdom are reminded that the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is now mandatory for entry into the country. For more information about this requirement.