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Britain and Ireland Explorer (2024/2025, 16 Days) (42 destinations)

16 days
Start and end in London
4.5
19 traveler reviews
Britain and Ireland Explorer (2024/2025, 16 Days) (42 destinations) - Costsaver
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 40 - 52
Age range 5 to 80
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Highlights

  • Explore Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford
  • Cross Hadrian's Wall into Scotland
  • Tour Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile
  • Cruise on Loch Ness and hunt for Nessie
  • Walk through ancient Roman walls in Chester

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 London – Stratford-upon-Avon – York – Bradford
  2. Day 2 Bradford – Edinburgh
  3. Day 3 Edinburgh sightseeing and free time
  4. Day 4 Edinburgh – St. Andrews – Scottish Highlands
  5. Day 5 Scottish Highlands excursion
  6. Day 6 Scottish Highlands – Glasgow
  7. Day 7 Glasgow – Gretna Green – Lake District – Wrexham
  8. Day 8 Wrexham – Chester – Dublin
  9. Day 9 Dublin sightseeing and free time
  10. Day 10 Dublin - Boyle - Co. Donegal
  11. Day 11 County Donegal excursion
  12. Day 12 County Donegal – Galway – Cliffs of Moher – Shannon
  13. Day 13 Shannon – Dingle Peninsula – Co. Kerry
  14. Day 14 Co. Kerry – Blarney – Waterford
  15. Day 15 Waterford – Cardiff
  16. Day 16 Cardiff – Bath – Windsor – London
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What's Not Included

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  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Where You'll Stay

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Good
    4.0
  • Food
    Good
    3.8
  • 4.3
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  • CB
    · July 25th, 2024
    Selene and Dave were incredibly helpful and fun to be around. There was enough free time mixed in the with all the tour stop-offs that there weren't many times where we were disappointed.
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    Costsaver commented on this review
    We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with our On The Road Team and the exceptional service they provided. Your feedback means the world to us. Thank you for choosing Costsaver for your travels.
    Trip date: July 2024
  • DH
    · June 10th, 2024
    Our guide Serkan was a world of knowledge about the places we were visiting. He was able to tell us stories and facts along the way that I would not have known. I was very pleased to have traveled London, Scotland, Ireland, Wales with him. He also provided fun facts and fun games which helped pass the time on long stretches of just scenery to look at. The other folks on the bus also felt like he did a great job!
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    Costsaver commented on this review
    Thank you for being our guest and travelling with Costsaver. We are pleased that you enjoyed your journey with us and that our Travel Director significantly enhanced your experience. We will share your compliments with him.
    Trip date: May 2024
  • ML
    · June 4th, 2024
    I thought our tour leader, Serkan, did a great job in leading the tour. His knowledge of the route and history of the sights and area we toured through really added a lot of value to the trip for me. I also thought he was extremely helpful in helping us plan and book reservations while on the tour for excursions we wanted to do in the United Kingdom after we were finished with our coach tour. I felt he was honestly concerned that we got the most enjoyment out of our trip that was possible.
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    Costsaver commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your review with us. Our Travel Director takes care of all the travel details to ensure our guests have a stress-free vacation without worrying about the paperwork. We appreciate your trust in Costsaver and thank you for being our... Show more
    Trip date: May 2024
  • DL
    · May 24th, 2024
    Best tour leader Pete! Very attentive to every passenger and well organized. Our driver Dave was a master at navigating the busy roads and all the corkscrew turns. Both Peter and Dave made this a trip to remember. Also, hotel breakfasts were bountiful and delicious. Hotels excellant. Would recommend this tour for certain.
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    Costsaver commented on this review
    Thank you for your excellent review, it gives us great joy knowing you have enjoyed your journey with us. We hope to welcome you on tour with us again.
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    Trip date: April 2024
  • Britain and Ireland Explorer (2024/2025, 16 Days) (42 destinations) reviewer 5
    · October 20th, 2023
    This tour was absolutely amazing. So much to see, and never enough time. But everything that I saw and everywhere I went was necessary. There was no waste of time events or towns visited. The tour guide was also just the best. Rob really went above and beyond to help people out, to explain the itinerary each day, his recommendations and ideas were super helpful. He seemed super passionate about the history and culture of the countries we visited too. The hotels were for the most part good standard. One or two I wouldn't stay at again, but they really are just a place to sleep and store your luggage while you're exploring. It's long days on the coach but the scenery well makes up for it. Nothing felt rushed, except when the trip was widening up and the days just flew by. But that's personal perception I highly recommend this tour, especially if you get Rob and Tom
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    Costsaver commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your photos and feedback during your time in Britain and Ireland. We are delighted you got to experience all the beautiful highlights these two countries offer. At Costsaver, we understand the importance of having a professional... Show more
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    Trip date: September 2023
  • TB
    · October 1st, 2023
    So, the vast amount of territory we covered, the competence and congeniality of our guide and the care taken by are driver are all standouts. It was promoted as an in depth historical and cultural adventure and thought the guide lived up to the billing. His considerable experience and interpersonal skills certainly shone. I was a bit disappointed in a few of the hotels, particularly the one in the Scottish Highlands which looks like a castle but instead was a 3rd floor walkup without air con on several very hot days. And of course, you cannot do anything about the uninspired British food. They haven't improved in decades! At the end of the trip, as a result of several conversations with the guide, he said the Cost Saver team would "reach out" to me about my price differential concerns. This hasn't happened. I will put together the documentation I have to support my argument that I want compensation for this differential and plan to approach you before making acomplaint to British Tourism.
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    Costsaver commented on this review
    Thank you for your review. We are thrilled to learn that our Travel Director and Coach Driver significantly contributed to making it a memorable experience during your time away with us, and their evident passion for travel greatly enhanced your overall... Show more
    Trip date: September 2023
  • EB
    · September 28th, 2023
    Our tour guide, Carmila, and our drivers, two Tony’s, were EXCELLENT! The sites were awesome and will give us lasting memories! We loved most of the accommodations, but a few were a bit lacking. If I could suggest anything, make the hotels reflect the area more(and several did!) instead of the more modern concepts. These countries are old & regal…I would have preferred the same in the hotels.
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    Costsaver commented on this review
    We appreciate your positive feedback during your time in Britain and Ireland. We are delighted that our Travel Director and Coach Driver was professional and enthusiastic about travel, which is crucial in creating a memorable trip and enhancing your... Show more
    Trip date: September 2023
  • HW
    · August 21st, 2023
    Except optional dinner is bit expensive and food is not that great, rest of tour is great.
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    Costsaver commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback during your Britain and Ireland trip. We do apologise you felt that the optional dining experience offered on this trip did not meet your expectations. We have passed on your suggestions to our Product Development team, as... Show more
    Trip date: July 2023
  • Britain and Ireland Explorer (2024/2025, 16 Days) (42 destinations) reviewer 9
    · May 31st, 2023
    We saw and experienced much more than I expected! Travel director and coach driver went out of their way to show us as much as possible. The atmosphere on the coach was great: some music, some quiet time, some historical and cultural teaching. Everyone got along very well.
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    Costsaver commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback during your time in Britain and Ireland. We recognise the importance of having a professional Travel Director and Coach Driver travelling with our valuable guests to deliver incredible trips, and we are beyond thrilled to... Show more
    Trip date: May 2023
  • TE
    · May 28th, 2023
    It was nice I liked the tour director but I wish he talked a little less about random things so I could have got some quiet time to look out the window
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    Costsaver commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We have noted your comments on the Travel Director, and your feedback has been shared with the relevant departments to ensure we continue offering the best experience to our future travellers. What is more, we are... Show more
    Trip date: May 2023

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Britain and Ireland Explorer (2024/2025, 16 Days) (42 destinations)
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    Jess

    Asked on February 24th, 2025

    how much more will it cost for a single person

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    • CostsaverOperatorWritten February 2025

      There will be an additional Single Supplement cost of AUD 1,490.00. The total cost in a Single Room would be AUD 6,435.50.

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    Jenna

    Asked on January 16th, 2025

    Are we still able to join this tour? What time does this tour start on 21 sept please

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    • CostsaverOperatorWritten January 2025

      Yes, you can still join the tour even if you arrive late on the first day. Please be advised that if you are joining late, you will need to make your own way to meet the group. You can coordinate with your Travel Director for the exact meeting location upon your arrival. Joining instructions will be included in the travel documents, which will be sent to you at least 21 days prior to the start of the trip. Please note that any missed sightseeing and activities will not be deducted from the tour price.

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    Rita

    Asked on January 12th, 2025

    We note the deal ends in 2 days. If we happen to hold the trip for 48 hours on Tuesday, does the price still remain the same until Thursday?

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      The deal is valid for new bookings only made until 20 February 2025. With this promo applied, full payment will be due 120 days prior to departure or at time of booking if booked within 120 days of departure.

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    Christine

    Asked on January 11th, 2025

    Can you please advise what time and from where in London this tour departs & same for return - time & location?

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      On the third day of your itinerary, you'll be departing from the Holiday Inn Brentford Lock London at around 08:00. As your journey concludes, you can expect to arrive back at the same location at approximately 16:30 on the last day.

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    Vicki

    Asked on December 29th, 2024

    We need our own room with queen or king bed.

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      We offer Twin Room for our tours for 2 travellers. Twin Room have 2 single bed by default. We can request a Queen or King Bed but we are unable to guarantee as they are still subject to the hotel's availability.

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      Vicki

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      Do we fly into Heathrow? Where do we pick up the tour? Is there a suggrsted hotel nearby?

    • CostsaverOperatorWritten December 2024

      Recommended airport for this tour is either London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). We recommend booking at the same hotel where the tour will start and end. Apologies though, at the moment, the hotels are not yet finalized so we are unable to provide any details as to which hotel will the tour depart from.

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    Vanessa

    Asked on December 15th, 2024

    Are the hotels located in city center. and Is the first day a free day?

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      Most of our hotels are located in the city center. First day of this tour would be an included accommodation so it will be a free day to visit some place in London on your free time.

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      Vanessa

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      Does this trip include Stonehenge?

    • CostsaverOperatorWritten December 2024

      Stonehenge is not included in our Britain and Ireland Explorer. However, if you wish to visit Stonehenge during your free time, we recommend coordinating with your Travel Director while on tour. They can provide assistance and tips on the best times to visit.

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      Vanessa

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      Is Stonehenge included in the 19 day. Is the final payment due 60 days before departure

    • CostsaverOperatorWritten December 2024

      The 16 days are offered for Australian guests, and the 19 days are offered to US guests. The same itinerary applies to both regions; the only difference is that in the US region, there are 3 nights of accommodation included. This means the 19 days don't include Stonehenge as well. Yes, for August 15, 2025, the standard final payment due applies, which is 60 days prior to the trip departure.

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