Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Windsor to Bath to Bristol
Meet your group and board the coach from London early this morning. You'll head to Windsor first to see Windsor Castle, then have free time to wander around the town with its gardens and riverside views. After that, continue on to Bath where you can spend the afternoon exploring on your own, checking out the Royal Crescent, Roman Baths, Jane Austen Museum, or taking a canal cruise if that interests you. Later you'll arrive in Bristol, drop your bags at the hotel, and join the group for a welcome dinner before heading out to walk around the city's streets.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner in Bristol)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Bristol Centre Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- View Windsor Castle
- Explore Bath on your own (Royal Crescent, Roman Baths, Jane Austen Museum available)
- Optional canal cruise in Bath
- Dinner in Bristol
Optional Activities
- Walk the iconic tree-lined Long Walk in Windsor
- Canal cruise in Bath
- Night out in Bristol after dinner
Landmarks Windsor Castle Royal Crescent Roman Baths Jane Austen Museum 
- Day 2
Bristol to Oxford to Stratford-upon-Avon to Birmingham
Start the day with breakfast at your hotel. There's an optional guided tour of Bristol's street art if you want to join, otherwise head straight to Oxford. You'll have time to explore Oxford's museums, libraries, churches, and university grounds at your own pace throughout the day. After that, there's a quick stop in Stratford-upon-Avon where Shakespeare was born, then you'll travel to Birmingham for the night. Drop your bags and grab dinner in town before settling in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Birmingham New Street Station (or similar))
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Explore Oxford independently
- Stop in Stratford-upon-Avon
Optional Activities
- Bristol street art guided tour with local guide
- Explore Oxford's museums and libraries
- Visit Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon
- Dinner options in Birmingham
Landmarks Oxford University Shakespeare's Birthplace 
- Day 3
Birmingham to Liverpool to Manchester
Have breakfast before leaving Birmingham this morning. You'll travel to Liverpool for a guided tour that covers Beatles history and football culture with local perspective. From there, continue on to Manchester where you'll stay for the night. There's free time to explore this city known for its musical heritage and live music scene, so get out and soak in the rock and roll atmosphere before bed.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street (or similar))
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Guided city tour of Liverpool
Optional Activities
- Explore Manchester independently
Landmarks Liverpool 
- Day 4
Manchester to York
Leave Manchester and head to York, a walled city that's been around for about 2,000 years. You'll have time to walk through the narrow lanes and see the Minster, the Shambles, and Clifford's Tower. If you're interested in the darker side of things, there's an optional ghost tour in the evening that takes you through haunted alleyways and covers York's spookier history and stories.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Wakefield (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore York's historic city
- Visit York Minster
- Visit the Shambles
- Visit Clifford's Tower
Optional Activities
- Ghost tour exploring York's folklore and dark alleyways
Landmarks York Minster The Shambles Clifford's Tower 
- Day 5
York to Lake District to Carlisle
Say goodbye to York and travel to the Lake District for the day. You'll see natural rock chutes, clear pools, and small waterfalls throughout the region, and there's time to explore if you choose. Later you'll head to Carlisle, which sits right on the England-Scotland border in the north, and spend the night in this charming town.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Carlisle City Centre Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Travel through Lake District scenery
Optional Activities
- Explore Lake District landscapes and outdoor activities
Landmarks Lake District - Day 6
Carlisle to Hadrian's Wall to Edinburgh
Travel along the England-Scotland border taking in the scenery as you go. You'll stop at Hadrian's Wall, the old Roman frontier, and pass through English countryside on your way north. By evening you'll arrive in Edinburgh, a city with ancient history, festivals, creative energy, and good bars throughout. There's an optional whisky tasting experience if you want to end the day that way.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)), Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (or similar))
Included Activities
- Spectacular drive to Hadrian's Wall
- View Hadrian's Wall
Optional Activities
- Whisky tasting experience in Edinburgh
Landmarks Hadrian's Wall 
- Day 7
Edinburgh
Today is yours to explore Edinburgh however you'd like. You can join an optional guided tour of Edinburgh Castle if you want to learn more about the historic fortress sitting on an extinct volcano, or spend your time shopping for tartan on Princes Street, or just wander around the city on your own and discover what interests you.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)), Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
- Tartan shopping on Princes Street
- Independent exploration of Edinburgh
Landmarks Edinburgh Castle Princes Street - Day 8
Edinburgh to Stirling to St. Andrews to Inverness
Head north from Edinburgh toward Inverness this morning. Stop in Stirling to see the castle on the hill and hear about William Wallace's history and resistance to the English. From there, you'll visit St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf and home to Scotland's oldest university. Continue through rugged mountain scenery before arriving in Inverness, where the Highlands and their stories await you.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop in Stirling to view Stirling Castle
- Stop in St. Andrews to see the birthplace of golf and university town
Landmarks Stirling Castle St. Andrews Swilcan Bridge 
- Day 9
Inverness to Loch Ness to Glenfinnan to Aviemore
Search for Loch Ness, the UK's largest lake by volume, and keep your camera ready in case you spot Nessie. You'll also visit Glenfinnan Viaduct, then head to Aviemore in the Cairngorms where you can see lochs, mountain trails, and wide views. Spend the night surrounded by Highland scenery with lots to explore in the area.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Loch Ness
- View Glenfinnan Viaduct
- Visit Aviemore
Landmarks Loch Ness Glenfinnan Viaduct Cairngorms Aviemore 
- Day 10
Aviemore to Scottish Highlands to Glasgow
Travel to Glasgow, Scotland's largest city. Visit a rewilding centre on a hillside to learn how native species like red squirrels, lynx, and beavers are being brought back to the wild, plus see efforts to regrow Caledonian pine forests. There's optional archery and axe throwing if you want to try something different. Later, explore Glasgow's character with live music venues, a gothic cathedral, and quirky neighborhoods. You can optionally have dinner with live traditional Scottish music for an authentic local experience.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Glasgow City Centre Sauchiehall Street Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Scottish Highlands rewilding centre
Optional Activities
- Archery and axe throwing
- Explore Glasgow independently
- Home-cooked Glaswegian meal with live traditional music
Landmarks Helix Park The Kelpies 
- Day 11
Glasgow to London
Have breakfast in Glasgow and then it's time to say goodbye to your crew as the tour ends. If you chose the London return option, you'll catch a train back to London and arrive there later in the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Train to London
