2-Week England, Ireland and Scotland Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week England, Ireland And Scotland itineraries

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• 13 Day UK & Ireland Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh

  Your 13-day British Isles tour features Stonehenge, Dublin's Guinness Storehouse, and Edinburgh Castle. Quality hotels include Park Inn Cardiff and Braids Hill Edinburgh, with expert guides rated 4.8/5 leading cultural experiences.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    England & Wales

    Leave London early at 8:30 AM to avoid traffic. Visit Stonehenge before 11 AM when it gets busy. Next stop is Bath, where you'll want comfortable shoes for the Roman baths. "The Roman baths are incredible, but bring good shoes as the ancient stones get very slippery." Stay overnight in Cardiff before moving on to Stratford-upon-Avon and Liverpool. Plan about 2-3 hours to explore Beatles sites in Liverpool.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Dublin & Eastern Ireland

    Catch the morning ferry from Liverpool to Dublin. It takes about 2.5 hours. "Don't miss the evening atmosphere at Temple Bar, but eat dinner elsewhere as prices are inflated in that area." Start your Dublin sightseeing at the Guinness Storehouse when it opens to avoid crowds. The next day, check out Waterford and Blarney Castle. "Go early to kiss the Blarney Stone - lines get very long by midday."

    
  • Days 5-7

    Western Ireland

    Stay in Killarney to explore the Ring of Kerry. Drive clockwise to avoid tour buses. One visitor shared: "The jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park was a highlight - but bring rain gear as weather changes quickly." Visit the Cliffs of Moher around 4 PM for good light and smaller crowds. Leave time for Galway, especially Shop Street with its traditional music.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Northern Ireland & Scottish Highlands

    Walk Derry's walls and see the Giant's Causeway. Book Titanic Belfast tickets online to skip the lines. Take the ferry to Scotland and drive into the Highlands. "The Glencoe photo stops are incredible but bring windproof layers - it's much colder than you'd expect."

    
  • Days 10-11

    Edinburgh

    Take two full days to explore Edinburgh. "Book Edinburgh Castle tickets for first entry and head straight to the Crown Jewels before crowds build." Walk the Royal Mile early or late in the day. Consider a side trip to Stirling Castle if you want a less crowded castle experience.

    
  • Days 12-13

    Northern England & Return

    Stop at Alnwick Castle and historic York. "York Minster is stunning but save time for walking the city walls - it's the best way to see the city." End with punting in Cambridge before heading back to London. The drive takes about 1.5 hours but plan for more during rush hour.

    

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• 14 Days in British Isles, incl. London and Dublin

  This 14-day British Isles tour covers 25 cities. Visit Edinburgh's UNESCO center, take a Loch Ness cruise, explore Trinity College Dublin, and stand atop the Cliffs of Moher. Package includes selected hotels and traditional dinners in Cork and Limerick.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    London

    Begin in London with a morning tour of Westminster, Parliament, and the City. Take the Thames Valley trip to Windsor Castle in the afternoon for $40. It's best to arrive before lunch when it's less crowded. In the evening, join the included walking tour of Leicester Square and Soho. The next morning, visit Camden Market early to avoid the midday rush.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Northern England & Edinburgh

    Travel to Cambridge, just 2.5 hours from London. The college courtyards are quietest before 10am. Stop in York for lunch and see York Minster cathedral. End your day in Durham to see the UNESCO cathedral illuminated at night. Next day, visit Alnwick Castle early before the tour buses arrive. It's a popular spot for Harry Potter fans. Continue to Edinburgh for an afternoon tour.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Scottish Highlands & Northern Ireland

    Travel through the Highlands with stops at Pitlochry for a whisky distillery tour and Loch Ness. Note that winter trips between Nov 15-Feb visit Stirling Castle instead due to shorter days. Take the morning ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast (3 hours) and continue to Dublin for the night.

    
  • Days 7-9

    Dublin & Southern Ireland

    Start with a Dublin orientation tour, then spend your afternoon at Trinity College. Travel south to Cork, stopping at Powerscourt Gardens and Kilkenny. Take an evening walking tour in Cork. Next day, explore Kinsale and Killarney National Park, including a jaunting car ride to Ross Castle. A recent visitor shared: "The horse-drawn carriage tour gave us the perfect introduction to Killarney's lakes and mountains - just bring a raincoat as Irish weather is unpredictable!"

    
  • Days 10-11

    Western Ireland

    Visit the Cliffs of Moher in the morning before fog sets in. Spend time in Galway's historic streets. The next day, stop at Clonmacnoise monastery ruins on your way back to Dublin.

    
  • Days 12-14

    Wales & England

    Cross to Wales by ferry (3.5 hours) and visit Caernarfon Castle. Next stop is Liverpool for a Beatles tour. Your final day includes Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford before returning to London. Book dinner early in London to secure a table in popular areas.

    

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• 14 Days in Great Britain & Ireland, incl. London and Edinburgh

  

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  • Days 1-3

    London

    Spend three full days exploring London. Start your first morning at Westminster Abbey right when it opens at 9:30 AM to beat the crowds. Visit the Tower of London after 3 PM when it's less busy. Consider a trip to Windsor Castle and its gardens one afternoon if weather permits.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Northern England & Edinburgh

    Travel north with a quick morning stop in Cambridge. Visit York Minster before 10 AM to avoid crowds. Make time for Durham's impressive cathedral before continuing to Edinburgh. Stay in the Old Town for easy access to main attractions.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Scottish Highlands & Belfast

    Take a full day to explore the Highlands including Pitlochry, Inverness and Loch Ness. Pack extra warm clothes as Highland temperatures run about 10°F cooler than Edinburgh. Take an early morning ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast to avoid common afternoon delays. Book Titanic Museum tickets online before you go.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Northern Ireland Coast

    Visit the Giant's Causeway early before tour buses arrive. Wear sturdy shoes as the basalt columns are slippery when wet. If you visit the Marble Arch Caves bring a light jacket. The temperature stays at 12°C year-round.

    
  • Days 10-11

    Dublin

    Start with the city tour to get your bearings. Book "skip-the-line" tickets for the Book of Kells at Trinity College to avoid long waits. Skip the touristy Temple Bar area and try the local-approved pubs on Dame Street instead.

    
  • Days 12-14

    Wales & Return to London

    Bring motion sickness medication for the ferry to Wales if needed. Be ready for stairs at Caernarfon Castle. Reserve spots at Liverpool's Beatles attractions in advance. End your trip with stops at Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford on your way back to London.

    

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