Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
Your British Isles adventure kicks off today. Depending on when you land, you'll head to Edinburgh to link up with your group. The timing works around different arrivals, so just make your way there at your own pace.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Apex Grassmarket)
- Day 2
Edinburgh
You'll arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland's historic capital, and since people are coming in at different times, there's no organized sightseeing scheduled. Spend the day wandering around at your own pace, checking out the Georgian architecture and those medieval streets that give the city such character. Later this evening, your group gathers for a welcome dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Apex Grassmarket)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner with fellow travelers
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Edinburgh
- Day 3
Edinburgh
Start with a panoramic and walking tour covering Edinburgh's old and new districts. You'll see Georgian architecture, writers' monuments, hidden alleyways, and learn about the city's darker history. Then it's a walk along the Royal Mile up to Edinburgh Castle for a guided tour of the grounds and a look at the Scottish Crown Jewels. After lunch, the afternoon is yours to explore independently. By evening, you've got the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the world-famous show that draws crowds year-round.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Radisson York)
Included Activities
- Panoramic and walking tour of old and new Edinburgh
- Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of Edinburgh
Landmarks Edinburgh Castle Royal Mile 
- Day 4
Edinburgh to York
Today you'll take a local passenger train heading south from Edinburgh to York. Once you arrive, walk around to get your bearings on York's streets and grab lunch on your own. In the afternoon, visit York Minster cathedral, which is really quite impressive. Spend the rest of the day checking out whatever catches your interest. If you want, there's an optional evening tour to a family-run Yorkshire vineyard where you'll do some wine tasting and have a traditional home-cooked dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Indigo Hotel)
Included Activities
- Walking tour to familiarize with York
- Visit to York Minster
Optional Activities
- Optional tour to Yorkshire vineyard with wine tasting and home-cooked dinner
- Independent exploration of York
Landmarks York Minster 
- Day 5
Chester
You're heading to Chester, where you'll stay for two nights in the charming Tudor and Victorian houses within the ancient city walls. Your local guide will show you around Chester's highlights, then you'll have time for lunch on your own. This afternoon, you can pick between a guided tour of the impressive Chester Cathedral or a leisurely boat ride along the River Dee.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Indigo Hotel)
Included Activities
- Local guide tour of Chester
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Chester Cathedral
- Leisurely boat ride along River Dee
Landmarks Chester Cathedral River Dee - Day 6
Llangollen
From Chester, you'll travel to Conwy in Wales to see one of Edward I's most imposing castles. After exploring the castle, stroll through town discovering local shops, cafés, and markets. Then it's a drive to Llangollen, a charming town where you can stand on the bridge watching the fast-flowing waters and take in the bustling atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Indigo)
Included Activities
- Visit to Conwy Castle
- Stroll through Conwy town
- Scenic drive to Llangollen
Landmarks Conwy Castle Llangollen 
- Day 7
Stratford-upon-Avon
You're traveling through the English countryside to Stratford-upon-Avon, where William Shakespeare was born. Take a walk through the town's busy streets, then sit down for a traditional English afternoon tea. You'll tour Shakespeare's childhood home and have time to explore this historic market town on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner theater experience)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Park Plaza London Riverbank)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Stratford-upon-Avon
- Traditional English afternoon tea
- Tour of William Shakespeare's childhood home
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of Stratford-upon-Avon
Landmarks Shakespeare's Birthplace 
- Day 8
London
Today you head to London, Britain's bustling capital. When you arrive in the Covent Garden area, grab lunch on your own. Then join a local guide for a three-hour walking tour hitting the iconic Westminster landmarks, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham Palace from the outside. Once you settle in at your hotel, the evening is yours to explore London at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Contemporary British cuisine highlighting London's culinary renaissance)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Park Plaza London Riverbank)
Included Activities
- Three-hour walking tour of Westminster landmarks
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of London
Landmarks Big Ben Houses of Parliament Westminster Abbey Buckingham Palace 
- Day 9
London
You've got a full day to explore London however you like. Wander the city at your own pace and discover it your own way, or if you prefer organized sightseeing, there's an optional guided tour to Windsor Castle, the majestic royal residence that's been home to British monarchs for centuries.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Optional tour to Windsor Castle
- Independent exploration of London
Landmarks Windsor Castle - Day 10
Departure
Your journey through Britain comes to an end today. You'll depart at your own pace whenever you're ready to head out.
