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- 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 20 - 40
- Age range 5 to 99
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- See the Edinburgh Castle and the famous Royal Mile
- Discover Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare's birthplace
- Admire the Stonehenge, a famous prehistoric monument
- Head to Liverpool and visit the Royal Liver Building
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 London & Medieval York
- Day 2 Over the Border to Edinburgh
- Day 3 The Lake District and Liverpool
- Day 4 Roman Chester and Cardiff
- Day 5 Bath, Stonehenge and London
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.
- Optional Extras
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Operated by
Insight Vacations
Number of tours
753
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
10 hours
Response rate
92%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
Robert· August 11th, 2023Peter was incredibly fun, knowledgeable and personable. Very informative commentary and a genuine interest and concern for the tour members. Kelvin was an outstandingly adept and careful driver who made us all feel incredibly relaxed by his command of the bus. Kelvin was very kind and personable as well. All in all, a great trip!!Show more
Insight Vacations commented on this reviewThank you for sharing your experience during your trip to Britain. At Insight Vacations, we understand the importance of having a professional Travel Director travelling with our valuable guests to deliver incredible trips, and we are beyond thrilled to... Show moreTrip date: August 2023- PAPaul· May 30th, 2023I could have done with more information about the places we stopped at, but otherwise I was very satisfied with all the venues we visited and the hotels we stayed inShow moreInsight Vacations commented on this reviewThank you for your review during your time in Britain. We apologise for any miscommunication during your pre-trip experience; a detailed itinerary, including a complete list of Optional Experiences, gets sent to the provided email address approximately... Show moreTrip date: May 2023
- TWTara· September 6th, 2019Overall, the trip was well organized and highly enjoyable due to the knowledge, expertise, and hospitality of the guide. In addition, the driver ensured that all passengers were safely transported from one destination to the next and very friendly. I will be recommending This trip to others!Show moreTrip date: September 2019
- PRPhyllis· August 20th, 2019Perfect taste of Great Britain. A great overview for future trips.Show moreTrip date: August 2019
- MLMing· June 10th, 2019A good holiday without hassle.Show moreInsight Vacations commented on this reviewThank you for sharing this with us. We are very happy to learn that you enjoyed your complete experience in Britain with Insight Vacations. Moreover, we are elated that our tailored itinerary was to your liking and we truly look forward to welcoming you... Show moreTrip date: May 2019
- TTitaniaCheong· May 17th, 2019Lovely group size of 26 on the trip and fellow travellers were considerate and gracious that I dozed off unknowingly while traveling from places to places. Extra legroom space, panoramic window view and seat rotation were perfect for the countryside views. All the hotel rooms were good. There were ample time in Shakespeare's birthplace, Bath Abbey and Stonehenge. The only pity is I missed the Edinburg Military Tattoo by one departure date later!Show moreInsight Vacations commented on this reviewIt certainly pleases us to learn that your overall experience with Insight Vacations in Britain was a successful one. Furthermore, we are especially delighted to know that you thoroughly enjoyed the itinerary and services provided by our staff and we... Show moreTrip date: August 2018
- Linda· May 15th, 2018The route allowed us to see the countryside, and the stops along the way had clean facilities.The tourist part of me loved the destinations. I grew up in England until 1958 & we never got to see all these places then. We went to the seaside once a year, but that was it.Show moreTrip date: April 2018
- AAnonymous· May 3rd, 2018Experienced and strong interpersonal skills CreativeShow moreTrip date: April 2018
- AMAnne· July 1st, 2017Excellent vacation because of organized, knowledgeable guide!Show moreTrip date: June 2017
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Wendy
Asked on September 4th, 2023Will this 5 day tour be available next June, 2024?
Insight VacationsOperator•Written September 2023Unfortunately, there is no available date for the year 2024. Please check our website for any updates.
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Ross
Asked on July 21st, 2023How much time is spent in Chester. I would like to visit the Cathedral.
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written July 2023
On day 4, you will visit the former Roman fortress town of Chester. Walk along part of the city walls, see the Eastgate Clock, Chester Cathedral, the remains of the Roman Amphitheater, and the unique black and white shopping arcades known as the 'Rows.' After time to explore, cross into Wales and head for the capital Cardiff for an orientation of the port city on the River Taff. In summary, we will have spent a few hours in Chester.
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Annie
Asked on June 17th, 2023What is involved with the Liverpool stop? Is this a day in Liverpool?
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written June 2023
On the 3rd day of the tour, in the afternoon you'll arrive in Liverpool for an orientation and overnight stay. The next day morning, you'll depart the hotel in Liverpool and go to Chester.
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Carla
Asked on February 20th, 2023Which departures include the military tattoo in Edinburgh?
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Carla
Traveler•Written February 2023Do you offer a London extension, pre or post for seeing London?
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written February 2023
This trip actually requires a pre and post in London so we definitely offer it as an option. We even have a sister company that can help book excursions for you if you would like. Here are the dates that would have the Tattoo: Sun 06-Aug-23, Sun 13-Aug-23, Sun 20-Aug-23
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Louise
Asked on February 6th, 2023Can we join the tour in London without staying at the Grosvenor Hotel as we are staying with family in London and if so would this result in a drop in the price of the tour? If there's a drop in cost what would that be?
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written February 2023
On this tour, Gems of Britain (Classic, 5 Days), we would like to inform you that there will be No Unused London Accommodation Rebate is offered on this trip. If you wish to stay on your relatives in London or book an independent hotel accommodation during the whole trip, fixed room pricing still applies.
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Louise
Traveler•Written February 2023Can you also tell me please, there's no accommodation mentioned in Edinburgh or Liverpool. Is this provided or do we have to make our own arrangements?
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written February 2023
We can confirm that on our Gems of Britain itinerary, we do include 1 night in Edinburgh and 1 night in Liverpool.
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Louise
Traveler•Written February 2023Hi Lisa, I'm sorry but I can't see any information about the accommodation in Edinburgh or Liverpool in the link you sent me?
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written February 2023
Edinburgh Hotel Name: Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Edinburgh. Liverpool Hotel Name: Hard Days Night Hotel Liverpool. It is essential to allow at least one night in London before and after this trip. Guests who do not have pre-accommodation confirmed at the recommended London Hotel booked through Insight Vacations, will be required to contact European Guest Services upon arrival in London to confirm their trip joining instructions.
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Justin
Asked on December 19th, 2022My wife and I are 75 and I sometimes use a cane to assist with balance. This is our only handicap but I wonder if we should sign up for this tour?
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written December 2022
Most of the included sightseeing is done at a fairly moderate pace, and walking tours are usually about an hour long. We have had many guests join us on tour while using a cane to assist with balance, however, if you have any other specific inquiries regarding any accommodation requests you may need, we would be happy to pass them along to our operations team for further clarification.
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Monica
Asked on December 14th, 2022Would you please confirm the start and drop off place. I can't find the "Grosvenor Hotel" to be able to book.
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Monica
Traveler•Written December 2022I am hesitant to book if this is not a confirmed date as we need to know prior to booking our flights home to Australia. When will the tour become "definite"?
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written December 2022
Once the trip hits our minimum numbers to operate - it will become a definite departure. This is around 20-25 passengers. You can keep a look out on Insightvacations.com and click on the trip name, then see dates next to it and find the departure 25th June 2023 and you will soon see when that hits definite status.
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Janet
Asked on November 24th, 2022Is this tour Gems of Britain available on 23rd April? I need this date to begin from London a 5 days UK trip.
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Janet
Traveler•Written November 2022My granddaughter who is 17 years old has no vaccination of Covid. I've got three doses from 2022 but not a 4th dose.
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written November 2022
It will no longer be a requirement to be fully vaccinated as from January 2023, however, may I urge you to check the requirements for entering the United Kingdom.
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written November 2022
The tour does not have a departure available for the 23 April 2023. The first available departure is 30 April 2023 -04 May 2023. Please advise if this date will be suitable for you and I can quote accordingly.
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Dennis
Asked on October 24th, 2022I have clients interested in your Gems of Britian tour but I need it for 2 girls on the 15 or16 July and you only show 1 date in July. Is there anyway it can be arranged independently on this date? The girls really wanted to see London, Liverpool, Edinburg and Wales in the 6 nights that they have.
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written October 2022
This trip would not be able to be arranged separately. The dates we have for July would be our classic group departure on July 9-13 or our small group departure on July 23-27.
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Emily
Asked on September 22nd, 2022Are there any available tours on October 2022?
- Insight VacationsOperator•Written September 2022
This trip does not operate in October.
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