Budget Tours & Trips to England, Ireland and Scotland
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5 best cheap England, Ireland And Scotland tour packages
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The British Isles in Depth
81 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Scottish Highlands scenery was amazing, and all the places were interesting of the entire British Isles.”
The rich heritage of Britain comes alive at approx. $250 per day, featuring stays at Holiday Inn Killarney and Jurys Inn Belfast. Guests enjoy daily breakfast, 7 dinners, and guided tours of Edinburgh Castle, Giant's Causeway, and Ring of Kerry. Optional activities include medieval banquets and local entertainment starting at $50.
Duration 23 days Destinations England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland, Wales Age Range up to 99 year olds Price Per Day $390 Operator Cosmos From $9,069
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Britain and Ireland Explorer (2024/2025, 19 Days) (25 destinations)
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was so enjoyable! I felt safe even on the narrowest of roads.”
Bette, traveled in July
A grand tour through Britain and Ireland provides 18 breakfasts and 5 dinners. Quality accommodations at Dublin One and Mercure Cardiff complement visits to Edinburgh Castle, Trinity College Dublin, and Windsor Castle. Highly rated guides (rated 4.8 by 50+ reviews) lead tours across 24 destinations.
No departure dates availableDuration 19 days Destinations England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales Age Range up to 80 year olds Price Per Day $0 Operator Costsaver Britain and Ireland Experience (2024/2025, 12 Days) (22 destinations)
40 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We have no problem recommending this tour to our friends. So some amazing sites and learned a lot.”
Dean, traveled in September
This 12-day journey through three nations costs approx. $150 per day. Guests stay at quality hotels like DoubleTree Edinburgh, enjoying daily breakfasts and 4 dinners. Luxury coaches equipped with Wi-Fi transport visitors to optional attractions at Warwick Castle and Lake Windermere.
No departure dates availableDuration 12 days Destinations England, Wales, Ireland, Scotland Age Range up to 80 year olds Price Per Day $0 Operator Costsaver Grand Tour of Britain & Ireland
114 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was well organised and enjoyable. We enjoyed this tour very much.”
Donna, traveled in June
A comprehensive tour of Ireland, England, and Scotland runs approx. $250 per day, with accommodations at Novotel London West and regional hotels. The package includes daily breakfast, 5 dinners, attraction entries, and expert guides, with optional excursions available.
Duration 18 days Destinations England, Wales, Ireland, Scotland Age Range up to 99 year olds Price Per Day $383 Operator Cosmos From $6,999
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Britain and Ireland Explorer (2024/2025, 16 Days) (35 destinations)
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“So much to see, and never enough time. But everything that I saw and everywhere I went was necessary.”
Chloe, traveled in September
A 16-day adventure spans 32 destinations across Britain and Ireland, complete with daily breakfasts and selected dinners. Comfortable lodging at Dublin One and Treacys Oakwood provides ideal bases for essential sightseeing, with optional experiences available for personalization.
No departure dates availableDuration 16 days Destinations England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Northern Ireland Age Range up to 80 year olds Price Per Day $0 Operator Costsaver
What our customers ask about Budget Tours & Trips to England, Ireland and Scotland
What is the average daily budget I can expect for budget tours through England Ireland and Scotland?
Budget tours across these three countries typically cost between USD 176-254 per day. This price usually covers your lodging daily breakfast and transport between destinations. Most tours use reliable budget hotel chains such as Premier Inn and Ibis. These properties offer clean basic rooms with standard amenities. One TourRadar traveler noted: "Some days were very late arriving after 7 or 8 which made for very late dinners but we enjoyed what we saw and the hotels were adequate for the price point."
What type of accommodation do budget tours in England Ireland and Scotland offer?
Most budget tours book guests into 3-star hotels that sit just beyond the main city centers with good public transport connections. You'll often stay in established chains like Premier Inn Ibis and Jurys Inn. In Edinburgh tours regularly use the Premier Inn Edinburgh Central Lauriston Place or Premier Inn Edinburgh Park Airport. Dublin accommodations often include the Maldron Parnell Square. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The hotels were nice clean and mostly in good areas to find dining and things you needed though some were basic in terms of amenities."
What are some budget-friendly areas to stay in England Ireland and Scotland?
Smart travelers looking to save money should consider neighborhoods just outside city centers. London's Earls Court with its Ibis hotel offers good value while Dublin's Parnell Square area provides affordable options like the Maldron Hotel. Edinburgh's Leith district and airport-adjacent hotels like Premier Inn Edinburgh Park help stretch your budget further. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The hotels were in good locations with easy access to public transport which helped save money on taxis while still being able to explore."