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10-Day England and Ireland Tour Packages
10-Day England and Ireland Tour Packages

10-Day England and Ireland Tour Packages

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  • 10 Day Britain & Ireland Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh

    A 10-day expedition through 7 cities across England and Ireland. Stops include Waterford Crystal, Bath's Roman ruins, and Shakespeare's birthplace. Luxury hotels, daily English breakfasts, and authentic local dinners provided.

    Map of Essential Britain & Ireland
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    • Days 1-2

      London & Southwest England

      Begin in London exploring key sites like Westminster Abbey and Tower Bridge. On day 2 visit Stonehenge (get there by 9 AM to avoid crowds) then continue to Bath's Roman ruins. The Georgian architecture is impressive but bring good walking shoes. The historic center has lots of uphill streets.

      10 Day Britain & Ireland Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh
    • Day 3

      Wales & Irish Sea Crossing

      Spend your morning at Cardiff Castle exploring its Victorian Gothic interiors. Take the afternoon ferry from Pembroke to Rosslare (3.5 hours). Bring motion sickness pills if needed since the Irish Sea can get rough. You'll arrive in Waterford by evening.

      10 Day Britain & Ireland Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh
    • Days 4-5

      Ireland's East Coast

      Start early at the House of Waterford Crystal before heading to medieval Kilkenny. You'll have two nights in Dublin to see Trinity College (book Book of Kells tickets online to skip long lines) and St. Patrick's Cathedral. A guest tip: "Dublin's fair city truly charms - but skip Temple Bar at night if you want authentic pubs without the tourist crowds."

      10 Day Britain & Ireland Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh
    • Days 6-7

      Scotland's Capital

      Visit Belfast City Hall in the morning before taking the ferry to Scotland. Edinburgh Castle is the city's crown jewel. Visit Palace of Holyroodhouse first thing to beat the crowds. The Military Tattoo in August is worth seeing but bring warm clothes. It gets cold even in summer.

      10 Day Britain & Ireland Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh
    • Day 8

      Yorkshire

      Head south through Northumberland and stop at Hadrian's Wall. York is best seen on foot. Get to York Minster by 9 AM before tour groups arrive. Visit the Shambles early or late to avoid midday crowds.

      10 Day Britain & Ireland Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh
    • Days 9-10

      Shakespeare Country & London

      See Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon (book tickets ahead online). Return to London for shopping or final sightseeing. Stay near Hyde Park for easy airport access on your last day.

      10 Day Britain & Ireland Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh
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  • 10 Days in Ireland & Northern Ireland, incl. Dublin and Galway

    The 10-day circuit showcases Dublin's Trinity College, Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, and Giant's Causeway. Rail travel from London and 3*/4* hotels with Irish breakfasts included.

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    • Day 1

      London to Dublin

      Take the 09:02 train from London Euston to Holyhead (3h40m), then board Irish Ferries' Ulysses for a 3h15m crossing. Consider bringing motion sickness tablets and spend some time on the promenade deck where you might spot dolphins. You'll reach Dublin around 17:25.

      10 Days in Ireland & Northern Ireland, incl. Dublin and Galway
    • Days 2-3

      Dublin Exploration

      Spend two days exploring central Dublin using your 48-hour Hop-On-Hop-Off bus pass. Visit Trinity College, Guinness Storehouse, and St. Patrick's Cathedral. A recent visitor advised: "Bring a shawl for early morning bus tours - Dublin can be quite chilly even in summer."

      10 Days in Ireland & Northern Ireland, incl. Dublin and Galway
    • Day 4

      Cork, Blarney & Cobh Heritage

      Leave Dublin Heuston Station at 07:00 for a scenic countryside journey. Get to Blarney Castle before 10:00 to avoid the crowds at the famous stone. Visit the Queenstown Story in Cobh's restored Victorian railway station to learn about Irish emigration. End your day in Killarney.

      10 Days in Ireland & Northern Ireland, incl. Dublin and Galway
    • Day 5

      Ring of Kerry

      Spend the day exploring the Ring of Kerry's coastal and mountain scenery. Stop at Kerry Bog Village Museum to see what rural life was like in the 18th century. Make photo stops at Sneem village and Ladies View. For the best coastal views, try to sit on the right side of the bus.

      10 Days in Ireland & Northern Ireland, incl. Dublin and Galway
    • Day 6

      Cliffs of Moher & The Burren

      Start with a transfer to Limerick and visit medieval Bunratty Castle. Stop for lunch at O'Connor's Pub in Doolin before seeing the Cliffs of Moher. A recent visitor noted: "The coastal drive through the Burren afterwards was incredible - our guide explained all the unique limestone formations and rare flora."

      10 Days in Ireland & Northern Ireland, incl. Dublin and Galway
    • Days 7-8

      Galway & Aran Islands

      Stay in Galway for two nights. Take a trip to Inis Mór and visit the ancient Dún Aonghasa fort, where you'll have 75 minutes to explore. On your second day, visit Connemara National Park and Kylemore Abbey. Get to Kylemore early to photograph the castle without crowds.

      10 Days in Ireland & Northern Ireland, incl. Dublin and Galway
    • Day 9

      Giants Causeway & Northern Ireland

      Take the early train from Dublin to Belfast (2h15m), then follow the Antrim Coast to Giant's Causeway. Stop to photograph Dunluce Castle ruins. On clear days, you can see Scotland across the water. You'll return to Dublin by 22:15 (20:15 Nov-Feb).

    • Day 10

      Dublin to London Return

      Take the 08:05 ferry from Dublin Port to Holyhead, then connect to your London-bound train. Book a left-side window seat for Welsh coastal views. You'll arrive at London Euston around 16:38, though Sunday times may vary.

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  • 9 Days in UK & Ireland, incl. London and Edinburgh

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    • Days 1-2

      Southern England to Scotland

      Begin in London and travel north to Cambridge (2 hours by bus) to explore the university colleges before lunch. Take a 4-hour ride to York for a late afternoon walk on the medieval walls and visit York Minster. Stay overnight in Durham. The next morning, visit Alnwick Castle, which served as Hogwarts in the early Harry Potter films. You'll reach Edinburgh by afternoon for a city tour.

      9 Days in UK & Ireland, incl. London and Edinburgh
    • Day 3

      Scottish Highlands

      Start early through the Highlands with a coffee stop in Pitlochry where you can try the local shortbread. The drive to Inverness offers stunning mountain views perfect for photos. Visit Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness (admission included) and take a boat ride to look for Nessie. Winter visitors take an alternate route through Stirling Castle because of shorter days and winter road conditions. Finish your day in Glasgow.

      9 Days in UK & Ireland, incl. London and Edinburgh
    • Days 4-5

      Ireland Journey

      Take the morning ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast (2 hours) to see the city's historic sites before heading to Dublin. Your next day includes Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and walks along the River Liffey. A useful tip: Temple Bar gets packed with tourists. Visit early for photos or ask locals about quieter pubs in other neighborhoods.

      9 Days in UK & Ireland, incl. London and Edinburgh
    • Days 6-7

      Wales to England's Northwest

      Take the ferry across the Irish Sea (3-3.5 hours) to Wales. See Caernarfon Castle before traveling to Liverpool. Next day, explore Chester's Roman walls and historic buildings. Travel to Birmingham through Lichfield with its beautiful cathedral. Look for dinner spots in Birmingham's canal district, which has more canals than Venice.

      9 Days in UK & Ireland, incl. London and Edinburgh
    • Days 8-9

      The Cotswolds to London

      Visit Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon and drive through the Cotswolds. Stop at the charming market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. End your trip with Bath's Roman sites, Stonehenge (admission included), and Salisbury Cathedral before returning to London.

      9 Days in UK & Ireland, incl. London and Edinburgh
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