Experience the otherworldly landscapes, fairytale towns, ancient history and mystical tales of England, Ireland, Scotland & Wales over 13 days!
Myths, legends and incredible scenery await on this UK & Ireland tour! Discover historic cities like Bath, Edinburgh, Dublin, Belfast, Liverpool and York. Admire the epic landscapes of the Cliffs of Moher, the Scottish Highlands, and Giant’s Causeway. Kiss the Blarney Stone, visit Shakespeare’s hometown and cruise through Cambridge!
Outside Novotel London Greenwich hotel
Outside Hotel Novotel at Greenwich station
12 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels)
12 Nights
(3 & 4 star hotels)
12 Breakfasts | 6 Dinners
12 Breakfasts
6 Dinners
Air-conditioned coach
Air-conditioned coach
Fully-guided tour
Fully-guided tour
Outside Novotel London Greenwich hotel | 06:30 AM
Outside Hotel Novotel at Greenwich station | 06:00 PM (traffic dependant)
Welcome to your tour of the UK and Ireland! Travel from London to the mysterious Stonehenge. Enjoy the option to explore this ancient archaeological wonder that has stood for thousands of years. Next stop is the beautiful, historic city of Bath. Discover the famous Roman baths before heading to Wales. Finally, arrive in the capital, Cardiff, for a driving tour.
Discover this UNESCO-listed city, which features some of the finest architecture in Europe, with your tour leader. Marvel at Bath Abbey and Pulteney Bridge.
Discover this UNESCO-listed city, which features some of the finest architecture in Europe, with your tour leader. Marvel at Bath Abbey and Pulteney Bridge.
Arrive in the Welsh capital, and go on a driving tour of the city. Your tour leader will show you the enchanting highlights.
Arrive in the Welsh capital, and go on a driving tour of the city. Your tour leader will show you the enchanting highlights.
Uncover the many mysteries of Stonehenge and get up close with this 5,000-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is definitely bucket list-worthy!
Uncover the many mysteries of Stonehenge and get up close with this 5,000-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is definitely bucket list-worthy!
After breakfast, travel to Stratford-upon-Avon; Shakespeare’s hometown. Delve deeper on an optional excursion to Shakespeare’s childhood home before afternoon tea at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre! Next up is Liverpool, home of Liverpool and Everton football clubs and The Beatles! Spot famous sights with a driving tour of the city. The evening is free to explore on your own.
Visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare. During free time, see Shakespearean attractions like the 16th-century house where the famous writer grew up.
Visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare. During free time, see Shakespearean attractions like the 16th-century house where the famous writer grew up.
Take a driving tour to see some of the city's highlights including the Albert Dock, and a variety of locations connected to the Beatles.
Take a driving tour to see some of the city's highlights including the Albert Dock, and a variety of locations connected to the Beatles.
Visit the house where Shakespeare grew up and delight in a traditional afternoon tea at the Royal Shakespeare theatre!
Visit the house where Shakespeare grew up and delight in a traditional afternoon tea at the Royal Shakespeare theatre!
Discover the award-winning Beatles Story, the world‘s largest permanent exhibition devoted to the Beatles, located in their hometown of Liverpool!
Discover the award-winning Beatles Story, the world‘s largest permanent exhibition devoted to the Beatles, located in their hometown of Liverpool!
See more of Liverpool’s top sights on a driving tour this morning before catching the ferry across the Irish Sea to Dublin! Before reaching the ferry, make stops in Conwy to see the gorgeous castle and the village with the longest name in Europe; Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch. Then, it’s onto Dublin. Enjoy free time in this 1,000-year-old city this evening.
Enjoy a comfort stop and lunch in the charming Welsh town of Conwy, a walled, market town famous for its 13th century castle.
Enjoy a comfort stop and lunch in the charming Welsh town of Conwy, a walled, market town famous for its 13th century castle.
Look forward to a photo stop at the village with the longest name in Europe - see if you can pronounce it!
Look forward to a photo stop at the village with the longest name in Europe - see if you can pronounce it!
Enjoy a free day in Dublin or join optional excursions! Discover Ireland’s history on the Ireland’s Identity tour, visit the Guinness Storehouse on the Whiskey & Guinness Experience, or delight in an evening of Irish food, music and dance. Book the Full Irish Experience to enjoy all three. Pre-booking is essential due to popularity - contact us to secure your seat!
Discover Irish history and global cultural impact. Visit Ireland’s most famous cemetery, EPIC, the Irish Emigration Museum, and the GPO Museum.
Discover Irish history and global cultural impact. Visit Ireland’s most famous cemetery, EPIC, the Irish Emigration Museum, and the GPO Museum.
Visit a renowned whiskey distillery for a historic tour and whiskey tasting before exploring the Guinness Storehouse and tasting Ireland’s national drink!
Visit a renowned whiskey distillery for a historic tour and whiskey tasting before exploring the Guinness Storehouse and tasting Ireland’s national drink!
Experience an unforgettable evening filled with traditional Irish food, music and dancing at an award-winning pub in Dublin.
Experience an unforgettable evening filled with traditional Irish food, music and dancing at an award-winning pub in Dublin.
SAVE when you book the Full Irish Experience! Discover Ireland’s Identity, taste whiskey & Guinness and enjoy an evening of live Irish music.
SAVE when you book the Full Irish Experience! Discover Ireland’s Identity, taste whiskey & Guinness and enjoy an evening of live Irish music.
Leaving Dublin, travel to Waterford - Ireland’s oldest city! Next, travel to the famous Blarney Castle. Kiss the Blarney Stone and hopefully gain the ‘gift of the gab’! Built nearly 600 years ago, Blarney Castle is one of Ireland’s most famous attractions. Finally, enter County Kerry and travel towards the hotel for this evening. Enjoy an included dinner tonight.
Explore Ireland’s oldest city, founded over 1,000 years ago. Discover Viking ruins, ancient walls, and soak up the medieval atmosphere of this colourful destination.
Explore Ireland’s oldest city, founded over 1,000 years ago. Discover Viking ruins, ancient walls, and soak up the medieval atmosphere of this colourful destination.
This medieval stronghold is home to the Blarney Stone. Legend says that if you kiss the famous stone, you’ll gain the ‘gift of the gab'!
This medieval stronghold is home to the Blarney Stone. Legend says that if you kiss the famous stone, you’ll gain the ‘gift of the gab'!
Enjoy a free day in Killarney or join the Ring of Kerry day trip which travels along Country Kerry’s famous circular route. It is home to the most breathtaking coastal views and emerald-green pastures. Visit the Kerry Bog Village and enjoy the scenery of Killarney National Park during a jaunting (carriage) ride. Experience Killarney to the fullest on this excursion!
Take a scenic drive of the Ring of Kerry, learn about Irish history, admire sweeping views, and take a jaunting ride through Killarney National Park!
Take a scenic drive of the Ring of Kerry, learn about Irish history, admire sweeping views, and take a jaunting ride through Killarney National Park!
Travel the Wild Atlantic Way, stopping in Adare, known as “Ireland’s prettiest village”. Continue through Limerick to the awe-inspiring Cliffs of Moher for spectacular views. Then, visit Galway, a lively city famed for oysters, live music, and nightlife. Explore freely or join the Tales of Galway pub tour before heading north to County Sligo for an overnight stay.
Take a few photos in the “prettiest village in Ireland”. This village has perfectly preserved thatch-roofed cottages that house craft shops and restaurants today.
Take a few photos in the “prettiest village in Ireland”. This village has perfectly preserved thatch-roofed cottages that house craft shops and restaurants today.
See the Treaty Stone; where legend says the Treaty of Limerick was signed, and admire the 13th century King John’s Castle from across the river.
See the Treaty Stone; where legend says the Treaty of Limerick was signed, and admire the 13th century King John’s Castle from across the river.
Get those cameras ready for awe-inspiring views of rugged cliffs and crashing waves! The breathtaking Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland’s top travel highlights.
Get those cameras ready for awe-inspiring views of rugged cliffs and crashing waves! The breathtaking Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland’s top travel highlights.
Journey to Northern Ireland, stopping in Derry to experience its culture, art and historic city walls. Next stop is Giant’s Causeway - a breathtaking network of interlocking columns created by ancient volcanic activity. End in Belfast, the capital. A local guide will lead a driving and walking tour of key attractions while sharing the city's history. Enjoy dinner with the group.
Please note: The Titanic Belfast Experience will either take place on this day or the next, depending on the time of year.
Perhaps best known from the series Derry Girls, Northern Ireland’s second city has a lot to offer, including a beautiful waterfront and well-preserved city walls.
Perhaps best known from the series Derry Girls, Northern Ireland’s second city has a lot to offer, including a beautiful waterfront and well-preserved city walls.
Explore this natural wonder formed by volcanic activity - or built by giants? Walk among 40,000 basalt columns and decide for yourself!
Explore this natural wonder formed by volcanic activity - or built by giants? Walk among 40,000 basalt columns and decide for yourself!
Discover Belfast’s highlights, including Shankill Road and Falls Road, separated by peace walls. Witness the city’s transformation after the Troubles, embracing a vibrant new identity.
Discover Belfast’s highlights, including Shankill Road and Falls Road, separated by peace walls. Witness the city’s transformation after the Troubles, embracing a vibrant new identity.
Enjoy free time in Belfast this morning or join the Titanic Belfast Experience. Next up is Scotland! Sail across the Sea of Moyle to the land of whisky, haggis and tartan! Once back on dry land, drive to tonight’s accommodation, which is in the picturesque Scottish Highlands! Enjoy an included dinner with the group this evening.
Experience the fascinating history of the Titanic with impressive interactive galleries, full-scale reconstructions and innovative special effects.
Experience the fascinating history of the Titanic with impressive interactive galleries, full-scale reconstructions and innovative special effects.
Journey into the Highlands and further explore this mesmerising region. Stop at the stunningly beautiful Glencoe before visiting the famous Loch Ness, home of the Loch Ness monster! Join an optional cruise on the Loch and try to spot Nessie! Enjoy a Scottish distillery tour before driving to Scotland’s beautiful capital city, Edinburgh. Enjoy a walking tour followed by dinner.
Capture exquisite views in Scotland’s most scenic valley. This was the site of the 1692 Massacre of Glencoe, a tragic but important Scottish historic event.
Capture exquisite views in Scotland’s most scenic valley. This was the site of the 1692 Massacre of Glencoe, a tragic but important Scottish historic event.
Explore Scotland’s most famous loch. Enjoy views from the banks of the loch and keep an eye out for ‘Nessie’; the loch ness monster!
Explore Scotland’s most famous loch. Enjoy views from the banks of the loch and keep an eye out for ‘Nessie’; the loch ness monster!
Spend some time touring a traditional Scottish whiskey distillery and sample one of the finest tipples they have on offer.
Spend some time touring a traditional Scottish whiskey distillery and sample one of the finest tipples they have on offer.
Join your tour leader on a walking tour through Scotland’s captivating capital city. Highlights include Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Old Town and Arthur’s Seat.
Join your tour leader on a walking tour through Scotland’s captivating capital city. Highlights include Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Old Town and Arthur’s Seat.
Search for the mysterious Loch Ness monster as you cruise on the famous loch!
Search for the mysterious Loch Ness monster as you cruise on the famous loch!
Today is yours to spend as you like. Delve deep into the city on the Conquer the Capital optional excursion which includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle. Or, visit the stunning city of Stirling with an optional half-day sightseeing tour. Tonight, choose to enjoy the optional Scottish dinner and storytelling experience, this is your chance to taste traditional Scottish cuisine!
Discover the stunning sights of Stirling! See the Kelpies, visit the Wallace Monument, admire Stirling Castle and enjoy a city orientation tour.
Discover the stunning sights of Stirling! See the Kelpies, visit the Wallace Monument, admire Stirling Castle and enjoy a city orientation tour.
Discover the highlights of Edinburgh with your tour leader! Visit Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, Princes Street Gardens and more.
Discover the highlights of Edinburgh with your tour leader! Visit Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, Princes Street Gardens and more.
Discover Edinburgh’s myths, legends and history with an unforgettable night of folklore, fine food, and famous Scottish traditions.
Discover Edinburgh’s myths, legends and history with an unforgettable night of folklore, fine food, and famous Scottish traditions.
Head back to England this morning and choose to visit Alnwick Castle which featured in many famous films and TV shows, including Harry Potter and Downton Abbey! Next, travel to York. Home to the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe (York Minster), York enchants with winding cobbled streets and medieval architecture. Enjoy a farewell dinner with the group tonight!
Stroll along York’s historic, cobbled streets and admire the impressive medieval gothic architecture as well as the City Walls which run along the River Ouse.
Stroll along York’s historic, cobbled streets and admire the impressive medieval gothic architecture as well as the City Walls which run along the River Ouse.
Visit Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland and the real-life setting for Hogwarts! Learn more about the castle’s history on a tour.
Visit Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland and the real-life setting for Hogwarts! Learn more about the castle’s history on a tour.
Visit the stunning Alnwick Garden! Admire the world’s largest cherry blossom orchard, Rose and Ornamental gardens and 12 acres of gorgeous greenery.
Visit the stunning Alnwick Garden! Admire the world’s largest cherry blossom orchard, Rose and Ornamental gardens and 12 acres of gorgeous greenery.
Discover Alnwick Castle and its beautiful gardens. This is one of the largest inhabited castles in England and a setting for many famous films!
Discover Alnwick Castle and its beautiful gardens. This is one of the largest inhabited castles in England and a setting for many famous films!
It’s the last day of your UK & Ireland tour, and it finishes off with a real treat! Travel to the historic university town of Cambridge. Enjoy a traditional punting trip along the River Cam. Afterwards, return to London where the tour concludes. Make sure to exchange contact details with your new-found travel friends to keep in touch.
Take part in the age-old Cambridge tradition! Cruise down the River Cam on a punt (a long flat-bottomed boat), admiring the sights along the way.
Take part in the age-old Cambridge tradition! Cruise down the River Cam on a punt (a long flat-bottomed boat), admiring the sights along the way.
Get those cameras ready for awe-inspiring views of rugged cliffs and crashing waves! The breathtaking Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland’s top travel highlights.
Explore Scotland’s most famous loch. Enjoy views from the banks of the loch and keep an eye out for ‘Nessie’; the loch ness monster!
Uncover the many mysteries of Stonehenge and get up close with this 5,000-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is definitely bucket list-worthy!
Visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare. During free time, see Shakespearean attractions like the 16th-century house where the famous writer grew up.
Take a few photos in the “prettiest village in Ireland”. This village has perfectly preserved thatch-roofed cottages that house craft shops and restaurants today.
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Enhance your tour with these carefully selected optional experiences. Each one is designed to add depth and excitement to your journey, allowing you to customize your adventure according to your interests.
Uncover the many mysteries of Stonehenge and get up close with this 5,000-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is definitely bucket list-worthy!
Visit the house where Shakespeare grew up and delight in a traditional afternoon tea at the Royal Shakespeare theatre!
Discover the award-winning Beatles Story, the world‘s largest permanent exhibition devoted to the Beatles, located in their hometown of Liverpool!
Discover Irish history and global cultural impact. Visit Ireland’s most famous cemetery, EPIC, the Irish Emigration Museum, and the GPO Museum.
Visit a renowned whiskey distillery for a historic tour and whiskey tasting before exploring the Guinness Storehouse and tasting Ireland’s national drink!
Experience an unforgettable evening filled with traditional Irish food, music and dancing at an award-winning pub in Dublin.
SAVE when you book the Full Irish Experience! Discover Ireland’s Identity, taste whiskey & Guinness and enjoy an evening of live Irish music.
Take a scenic drive of the Ring of Kerry, learn about Irish history, admire sweeping views, and take a jaunting ride through Killarney National Park!
Visit a cosy local pub, get behind the bar, pour your own drink and listen to a local storyteller as you hear all about Galway's fascinating folklore!
Experience the fascinating history of the Titanic with impressive interactive galleries, full-scale reconstructions and innovative special effects.
Search for the mysterious Loch Ness monster as you cruise on the famous loch!
Discover the stunning sights of Stirling! See the Kelpies, visit the Wallace Monument, admire Stirling Castle and enjoy a city orientation tour.
Discover the highlights of Edinburgh with your tour leader! Visit Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, Princes Street Gardens and more.
Discover Edinburgh’s myths, legends and history with an unforgettable night of folklore, fine food, and famous Scottish traditions.
Visit Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland and the real-life setting for Hogwarts! Learn more about the castle’s history on a tour.
Visit the stunning Alnwick Garden! Admire the world’s largest cherry blossom orchard, Rose and Ornamental gardens and 12 acres of gorgeous greenery.
Discover Alnwick Castle and its beautiful gardens. This is one of the largest inhabited castles in England and a setting for many famous films!
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Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in London, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.
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This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tours specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.