Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Windsor to Bath to Bristol
You'll meet your group and board the coach heading out of London. First stop is Windsor Castle for views of this historic riverside town, then you'll have time to walk around at your own pace. From there, it's on to Bath where you can check out the Roman Baths or the Jane Austen museum if you're interested. By evening you'll reach Bristol, drop your bags at the hotel, and dig into an included dinner before wandering the colorful buildings and bridges with your new crew.
- Meals
- Dinner (Well-deserved dinner in Bristol)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Bristol Centre Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- View Windsor Castle
- Included Dinner in Bristol
Optional Activities
- Explore Windsor town with riverside views and gardens
- Visit Royal Crescent in Bath
- Visit Roman Baths in Bath
- Visit Jane Austen Museum in Bath
- Canal cruise in Bath
- Explore Bristol's colourful buildings and bridges
- Night out at Bristol bars and restaurants
Landmarks Windsor Castle Roman Baths Royal Crescent Jane Austen Museum 
- Day 2
Bristol to Oxford to Stratford-upon-Avon to Birmingham
After breakfast, you have the option to join a local guide exploring Bristol's street art scene, or skip it and rest up. Next you're heading to Oxford to wander the canals and university grounds. Then it's off to Stratford-upon-Avon to see Shakespeare's birthplace and the medieval streets around it. You'll arrive in Birmingham by evening, check into your hotel, and grab dinner on your own before heading to bed.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Birmingham New Street Station (or similar))
Included Activities
- Included Breakfast
- Explore Oxford's canals and university grounds
- Explore Stratford-upon-Avon
Optional Activities
- Street Art Walking Tour in Bristol with local guide
- Visit Oxford museums
- Visit Oxford libraries
- Visit Oxford churches
- Visit Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon
- Explore Shakespeare burial site in Stratford-upon-Avon
- Dinner in Birmingham
Landmarks University of Oxford Shakespeare's Birthplace 
- Day 3
Birmingham to Liverpool to Manchester
You'll start with breakfast, then travel to Liverpool for a guided tour covering Beatles landmarks and the city's football heritage. After that, it's on to Manchester where you'll check in and have your evening free to explore the city independently and find dinner wherever you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street (or similar))
Included Activities
- Included Breakfast
- Guided city tour of Liverpool - Beatles landmarks and football culture
Optional Activities
- Explore Manchester independently
Landmarks Liverpool - Day 4
Manchester to York
Leaving Manchester, you're heading to York, an ancient walled city packed with 2,000 years of history. You'll walk through narrow medieval lanes, see York Minster cathedral, explore the Shambles, and visit Clifford's Tower to learn about the Viking and Roman past. Later in the evening, there's an optional ghost walk if you want to hear local legends and stories from the historic alleyways.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Wakefield (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore York medieval lanes
- Visit York Minster
- Visit the Shambles
- Visit Clifford's Tower
Optional Activities
- Ghost Walk with expert local guide through historic York
Landmarks York Minster Clifford's Tower The Shambles - Day 5
York to Lake District to Carlisle
You'll say goodbye to York and head toward the Lake District. If you're up for it, there's an option to do some ghyll scrambling through streams and past waterfalls. Later, you're traveling to Carlisle, England's northernmost town right on the English-Scottish border, where you'll settle in for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Carlisle City Centre Hotel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Go Ghyll Scrambling in the Lake District - adventure sport exploring rocky mountain streams, water pools and mini waterfalls with expert guides
Landmarks Lake District - Day 6
Carlisle to Hadrian's Wall to Edinburgh
Today you're traveling along the English-Scottish border heading to Edinburgh. You'll stop at Hadrian's Wall to see the Roman ruins that date back to 122-128 AD. The drive continues through countryside before you arrive in Edinburgh, a city full of ancient history and creative energy. In the evening, there's an optional whisky tasting experience if you want to try some local spirits.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)), Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (or similar))
Included Activities
- View Hadrian's Wall
Optional Activities
- Up close visit to Hadrian's Wall ruins with expert guide - visit Housestead's Fort and learn about the site
- Whisky tasting experience in Edinburgh
Landmarks Hadrian's Wall 
- Day 7
Edinburgh
This is your free day in Edinburgh. You can join an optional tour of Edinburgh Castle, which sits on an extinct volcano and offers a look at the city's history. Or you might wander Princes Street to browse tartan shops, check out the music venues and bars, or just explore the creative scenes on your own at your own pace.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)), Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Optional guided tour of Edinburgh Castle with local guide - learn city history
Landmarks Edinburgh Castle Princes Street - Day 8
Edinburgh to Stirling to St. Andrews to Inverness
Leaving Edinburgh, you're heading north with a stop in Stirling to see the castle perched on a hill and learn about William Wallace's fight for independence. Then it's on to St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf and home to Scotland's oldest university, with nice coastal scenery along the way. You'll end the day in Inverness, ready for more Scottish stories.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar))
Included Activities
- View Stirling Castle
- Explore St. Andrews town
Optional Activities
- Golf experiences at St. Andrews
- Visit Swilcan Bridge at St. Andrews
Landmarks Stirling Castle St. Andrews 
- Day 9
Inverness to Loch Ness to Glenfinnan Viaduct to Aviemore
You'll spend the day exploring the Scottish Highlands starting at Loch Ness, the UK's biggest lake by volume. Keep your camera handy in case of any Loch Ness Monster sightings. After that, you'll stop at Glenfinnan Viaduct for its scenic views, then head to Aviemore in the Cairngorms where you can see lochs, mountain trails, and panoramic views of the landscape.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar))
Included Activities
- Cruise on Loch Ness with crew
- View Glenfinnan Viaduct
- Visit Aviemore
Landmarks Loch Ness Glenfinnan Viaduct Aviemore - Day 10
Aviemore to Helix Park to Glasgow
Today you're traveling to Glasgow, Scotland's largest city. First stop is Helix Park to see the Kelpies, two massive 100-foot horse statues with an adventure play park featuring woodlands and boardwalks. In Glasgow, you can visit the native animal rewilding centre to learn how Scottish wildlife like red squirrels and lynx are being reintroduced. The city has live music everywhere, a gothic cathedral, and quirky character throughout. There's an optional local meal with traditional live music if you're interested.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Glasgow (or similar)), Hotel (Ibis Glasgow City Centre Sauchiehall Street Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Helix Park and The Kelpies
- Explore rewilding centre and learn about native animal reintroduction
Optional Activities
- Archery and axe throwing activities
- Dine on wholesome home-cooked meal with live traditional music - local Glaswegian experience
Landmarks The Kelpies Helix Park 
- Day 11
Glasgow to Larne to Dublin
You're leaving Glasgow and heading to Larne, a port town marking your first steps in Northern Ireland. Then you'll board a high-speed ferry for a 2-hour crossing to Dublin, with access to ship facilities and a food court during the journey. Once you arrive in Dublin, you'll have an included group dinner, followed by time to explore Temple Bar's cobbled lanes and pub scene.
- Meals
- Dinner (Group dinner in Dublin)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing Irish Sea from Larne to Dublin - high-speed ferry with facilities
- Included group dinner in Dublin
Optional Activities
- Explore Temple Bar area with crew for night out
Landmarks Temple Bar - Day 12
Dublin to Kilkenny to Clonmel
You're leaving Dublin and heading to Kilkenny, a charming medieval town where you have the option to join a bike ride exploring the castle, cathedral, and old streets. Next is a stop at the Jameson Distillery in Midleton if you want to do an optional whiskey tasting. You'll arrive in Clonmel for the evening with an included dinner, then explore the town with your group.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Talbot Hotel Clonmel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Included dinner in Clonmel
Optional Activities
- Bike ride through Kilkenny
- Explore Kilkenny castle
- Explore Kilkenny cathedral
- Whiskey tasting at Jameson Distillery in Midleton
Landmarks Kilkenny Castle - Day 13
Clonmel to Blarney to Cliffs of Moher to Galway
Leaving Clonmel, you'll head to Blarney Castle where you can kiss the Blarney Stone for the 'gift of the gab' and walk through this medieval castle. Then it's on to the Cliffs of Moher, those dramatic rugged cliff faces you've seen in movies like Harry Potter. By evening you'll reach Galway, a small atmospheric city with local pubs, live music, buskers, and colorful buildings lining the streets.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Blarney Castle
- Kiss the Blarney Stone
- View Cliffs of Moher
Optional Activities
- Explore Galway pubs with local culture
- Enjoy Irish stew and live music in Galway
Landmarks Blarney Castle Cliffs of Moher Lynch's Castle Eyre Square 
- Day 14
Galway
You have a full day to explore Galway at your own pace. Wander the atmospheric streets, try your hand at some Gaelic, check out the local pub scene, and experience Irish life as it happens around you. It's your chance to soak in the cozy charm of this coastal city.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore Galway independently
- Learn Gaelic language
- Visit local pubs and restaurants
- Day 15
Galway to Derry/Londonderry
You're leaving Galway and heading to Derry/Londonderry, a historical city with impressive 17th-century walls. You can choose to experience authentic rural Irish life with sheepdogs and a local shepherd who'll prepare homemade lunch, or join an optional guided tour of the Bogside neighborhood instead. Either way, you'll get a real feel for Irish culture and history.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Derry (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Authentic rural Irish experience with sheepdogs, local shepherd, and homemade lunch
- Guided tour of the Bogside neighbourhood
Landmarks Derry/Londonderry - Day 16
Derry/Londonderry to Giant's Causeway to Belfast
You're heading toward Belfast with a stop at Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring famous giant rock columns that are incredibly photogenic. Get your camera ready for this natural formation. Later you'll arrive in Belfast for a driving tour of the city. In the evening, there's an optional visit to the Titanic museum if you want to learn about the ship that was built here.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre (or similar)), Hotel (ibis budget Belfast City Centre (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Giant's Causeway
- Driving tour of Belfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Titanic Museum in Belfast
Landmarks Giant's Causeway - Day 17
Belfast to Dublin
With one night left, you're traveling back to Dublin where your Irish adventure started. Use this second visit to hit anything you missed, like the Guinness Storehouse where you can learn to pull a proper pint. There's an optional farewell dinner in the evening so you can celebrate with your crew before the tour ends.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit Guinness Storehouse
- Learn to pull a pint the Irish way
- Optional farewell dinner
Landmarks Guinness Storehouse - Day 18
Dublin to London
Today you're departing Ireland and beginning your journey back to London, where it all started. You'll travel through Wales, passing through Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, and return to London. This is your last day together as a group, so it's a time to reflect on everything you've seen across the British Isles and prepare for goodbyes. Make sure to exchange contact details with your new friends.
