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- Gold Operator
- Topdeck
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 10 - 20
- Ages 18-39
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Oxford's historic sites on foot
- Tour Edinburgh's medieval landmarks
- Discover the mysteries of Loch Ness
- Walk through Glasgow with a local guide
- Experience Belfast's poignant history
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 London (England)
- Day 2 London – Oxford – York
- Day 3 York –Durham – Newcastle
- Day 4 Newcastle – Hadrian’s Wall – Edinburgh (Scotland)
- Day 5 Edinburgh
- Day 6 Edinburgh – Stirling – Scottish Highlands
- Day 7 Scottish Highlands – Loch Ness & Glenfinnan – Scottish Highlands
- Day 8 Scottish Highlands – Glasgow
- Day 9 Glasgow – Belfast (Northern Ireland)
- Day 10 Belfast – Giants Causeway & Derry/Londonderry – Belfast
- Day 11 Belfast – Galway (Republic of Ireland)
- Day 12 Galway
- Day 13 Galway – Cliffs of Moher – Dublin
- Day 14 Dublin
- Day 15 Dublin – North Wales (Wales)
- Day 16 North Wales – Cardiff
- Day 17 Cardiff – Bath & Stonehenge – London (England)
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- LBLucas· November 22nd, 2022Automatic translation available in English. View in Englishschöne Tour, tolle Ziele, tolle GruppeShow moreTrip date: October 2022
Liam· May 10th, 2022Tim was a sensational guide! He went out of his way to make sure we all had the best of every city, and gave great advice on what to see and where to eat! His enthusiasm rubs off on everyone on tour! Can’t speak highly enough of the bloke as a guide and as a person.Show moreTrip date: May 2022- Mitchell· May 10th, 2022Tim was incredibly passionate and knowledgeable on all parts of the UK and Ireland. He was very professional but very easy to ask questions or socialise with. Would highly recommend going on any tour with him. He would make any trip thoroughly enjoyable.Show moreTrip date: May 2022
- Jessica· January 20th, 2021Did this tour in 2019 and loved it b. I was able to see everything I wanted and even more that I never knew about The guide was amazing. She had handouts that detailed what we would see every day and would give a background on everything I was super impressed and intend to do other tours with this companyShow moreTrip date: June 2019
- CHChloe· January 29th, 2020Overall the tour was amazing, stopped at so many beautiful places and it was good to have so much of our own time to explore. Dec, our tour guide was good and engaging getting everyone included to have a good time. Some of the food options for our group dinners weren’t the best and neither were a few hotels, having locked windows and no aircon made rooms stuffy. Especially having a hotel above a nightclub.Show more
Topdeck commented on this reviewGlad you had a blast exploring Britain and Ireland with our trusty Trip Leader Dec - what was your favourite place/moment? Thank you for the feedback on the group dinners and hotels, we will pass those notes along to the right team so they can look into... Show moreTrip date: January 2020 - Samantha· December 6th, 2019Really enjoyed this tour, it was great to learn about the long history and experience the local cultureShow moreTrip date: December 2019
- MLMyung Jae· November 24th, 2019Best trip ever!!!!!!Show moreTrip date: November 2019
- SShaniceAdair· November 15th, 2019This is literally the best way to get around the UK and see all the best bits!Show more
Trip date: August 2019 - AAshleighLawrence· November 15th, 2019Definitely worthwhile! Amazing scenery and amazing cities!! The smaller group makes it so easy to bond as a group! I couldn’t recommend this trip highly enough!Show moreTrip date: September 2019
- BBridget· November 15th, 2019Awesome itinerary, saw and did so much in the two weeks. Quite a fast paced tour, but enough free time to make sure that you could still explore the cities and other attractions. Great way to see the best of the UK and Ireland.Show moreTrip date: December 2018
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Don
Asked on February 25th, 2025When is the best time to book flights home?
TopdeckOperator•Written February 2025We recommend not booking your flight on the same day the tour ends to allow time for delays.
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Khalil
Asked on February 22nd, 2025What should I do if I have specific dietary requirements?
- TopdeckOperator•Written February 2025
Please inform us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
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Hannah
Asked on February 21st, 2025Just wondering what "Play and Pause" means??
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Hannah
Traveler•Written February 2025Why is this tour for 18-39 years old?
- TopdeckOperator•Written February 2025
Our Play and Pause tours the perfect mix of group activities and all-important YOU time. It's designed to have some days packed days of activities with the group before having some free time to do what you would like to do. Our tours are for years 18-39 because our tours are designed to travel in a style that is for a young demographic with our average traveller age being 24.
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Chloe
Asked on February 9th, 2025Is there a recommended packing list for this tour?
- TopdeckOperator•Written February 2025
You will find a recommended packing list included in your trip notes prior to departure.
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Helen
Asked on January 5th, 2025What payment methods can I use to book the tour?
- TopdeckOperator•Written January 2025
You can select from various payment options available during the booking process.
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Martha
Asked on December 2nd, 2024Do you have to be within that age group to travel on this excursion
- TopdeckOperator•Written December 2024
We have a strict age restriction of 18-39 year olds on our tours, so unfortunately if you aren't within this bracket you will be unable to travel with us.
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Christina
Asked on October 24th, 2024is there an age limit on Play & Pause: Britain & Ireland ? if so my wife and i are 70yrs and 65yrs what tour can we go on ?
- TopdeckOperator•Written October 2024
Unfortunately, the age restriction for all our tours is 18yrs-39yrs.
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Hannah
Asked on September 1st, 2024me and my husband are interested to take this tour. We both are 45yrs old, just checking if this tour only take people with 18 -39years of age?
- TopdeckOperator•Written September 2024
Unfortunately, Topdeck trips have been designed for travellers aged between 18 and 39 years old, with the average age of our customers being 24. I am deeply sorry to say that you will be unable to join us as we must adhere to our company policy.
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Magalie
Asked on August 8th, 2024Is travel insurance mandatory for this tour?
- TopdeckOperator•Written August 2024
Travel insurance is required if indicated in your trip documents, so be sure to check that.
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Paula
Asked on July 30th, 2024Is single supplement available for this tour?
- TopdeckOperator•Written July 2024
We have a single occupancy option for this tour. The single supplement price is AUD $7069.00. We currently have an incredible Winter Promotion that this departure is eligible for - a $1000 off! We only have 2 solo spots left.
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Paula
Traveler•Written August 2024How can I book the single occupancy option for this tour?
- TopdeckOperator•Written August 2024
Your $200 deposit is due within 7 days to confirm and secure your spot.
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