Itinerary
- Day 1
Overnight Flight
Your journey starts with an overnight flight taking you toward beautiful landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich historical sites across Britain and Ireland.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel)
- Day 2
Edinburgh
You'll arrive in Edinburgh and settle into Scotland's capital, where rocky hills rise around the city. After checking in, spend the evening learning about Scottish whisky and trying local cuisine while connecting with other travelers on the tour.
- Meals
- Dinner (Whisky-inspired dinner highlighting the flavors of Scotland)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel)
Included Activities
- Whisky experience and Scottish-inspired dinner
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of Edinburgh's historic capital
- Day 3
Edinburgh
Start the morning with a guided walk through Edinburgh's Old and New Towns, including the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle to see the Scottish Crown Jewels. You'll have free time in the afternoon to wander on your own, then take your seat for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (DoubleTree by Hilton York)
Included Activities
- Locally guided city tour of Old and New Towns
- Explore Royal Mile on foot
- Edinburgh Castle visit including Scottish Crown Jewels
- Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Optional Activities
- Independent afternoon exploration of Edinburgh
Landmarks/POIs Edinburgh Castle Royal Mile - Day 4
Edinburgh to York
Leave Edinburgh by coach and drive through the countryside toward Northumberland. Stop at a family-run farm in the Scottish Borders focused on sustainable practices, then continue to York, arriving in the evening near its medieval walls and historic streets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (DoubleTree by Hilton York)
Included Activities
- Visit family farm in Scottish Borders featuring sustainable and innovative practices
Landmarks/POIs York City Walls 
- Day 5
York
A guided orientation walk through York shows you the Shambles with its narrow medieval streets, plus the impressive Minster cathedral featuring its soaring Gothic architecture and famous stained-glass windows. The rest of your day is free to explore the city at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Canopy by Hilton London City)
Included Activities
- Leisurely orientation walking tour with Tour Manager
- Explore the Shambles medieval streets
- York Minster visit including stained-glass windows
Optional Activities
- Independent afternoon and evening exploration of York
Landmarks/POIs York Minster The Shambles - Day 6
York to London
You'll board a high-speed train to London and arrive for afternoon tea at a traditional venue. After that, join a local guide for a walking tour seeing the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace from outside. Your evening is yours to experience London's energy.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional afternoon tea)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Canopy by Hilton London City)
Included Activities
- High-speed train travel to London
- Traditional afternoon tea
- Walking tour with local expert
- See Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace exteriors
Optional Activities
- Independent evening exploration of London
Landmarks/POIs Houses of Parliament Westminster Abbey Big Ben Buckingham Palace - Day 7
London
Today you have complete freedom to explore London however you like. There's an optional excursion available to Windsor Castle if you're interested in seeing the royal residence home to 40 monarchs including the current king.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Clayton Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Windsor Castle excursion - $79.00 per person. Visit the largest inhabited castle in the world with 1,000 rooms, built originally by William the Conqueror in the 1070s. Explore State Apartments with Royal art treasures and enjoy lunch in the town of Windsor before returning to London.
Landmarks/POIs Windsor Castle - Day 8
London to Bath to Cardiff
Travel to Bath and visit the Roman Bath Museum with its 2,000-year-old spa complex. Walk the cobblestone streets to soak in the Georgian atmosphere, then continue on to Cardiff, Wales' capital, arriving this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Clayton Hotel)
Included Activities
- Roman Bath Museum visit featuring 2,000-year-old elaborate spas
- Stroll through Bath's cobblestone streets
Landmarks/POIs Roman Baths 
- Day 9
Cardiff
A local guide takes you through Cardiff on a leisurely walk discussing the city's coal industry history, Roman connections, and Victorian shopping arcades. You'll tour Cardiff Castle, which sits on a Roman fort and was rebuilt as a Norman castle and later a Victorian Gothic palace. Stop for lunch at a local pub during the tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local pub)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Granville Hotel)
Included Activities
- Leisurely-paced walking tour with local expert
- Learn about Cardiff's coal industry heritage, Roman connections, and Victorian shopping arcades
- Cardiff Castle tour
- Lunch at a local pub
Landmarks/POIs Cardiff Castle - Day 10
Cardiff to Tramore
Drive through Welsh countryside to Pembroke, then board a ferry crossing the Irish Sea to Rosslare. From there, travel to Tramore in County Waterford for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Scots Hotel)
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing across the Irish Sea
- Day 11
Waterford Region
Choose between touring the Waterford Crystal factory with its massive collection or taking a walking tour of Waterford city to learn about its Viking and Norman history. Later, head to Blarney Castle to kiss the famous Blarney Stone for the legendary gift of eloquence. This evening in Killarney, pick your dinner from several restaurant options included with your tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Diner's Choice - select included dinner from a menu of Killarney's great restaurants)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Scots Hotel)
Included Activities
- Blarney Castle visit and Blarney Stone kiss
Optional Activities
- House of Waterford Crystal factory tour with visitor center and retail store featuring the world's largest collection of Waterford Crystal
- Leisurely-paced walking tour of Ireland's oldest city exploring Viking, Norman, and Cromwellian history
Landmarks/POIs Blarney Stone Blarney Castle - Day 12
Killarney
Experience Killarney National Park from a traditional jaunting car, then travel the Ring of Kerry scenic route. You'll stop at Kerry Bog Village Museum and an Irish seaweed farm while taking in the cliffs, mountains, and lakes. The evening is free to relax in Killarney.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Herbert Park Hotel)
Included Activities
- Killarney National Park exploration on traditional jaunting car ride
- Ring of Kerry scenic drive
- Kerry Bog Village Museum visit
- Atlantic Irish Seaweed farm visit
Optional Activities
- Independent evening exploration of Killarney
Landmarks/POIs Killarney National Park Ring of Kerry 
- Day 13
Killarney to Dublin
Pass through the Golden Vale to the Rock of Cashel where St. Patrick preached, then continue to Dublin. Upon arrival, tour Christchurch Cathedral and enjoy a drinks reception with your group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Herbert Park Hotel)
Included Activities
- Rock of Cashel visit
- Christchurch Cathedral guided tour
- Drinks reception at Christchurch Cathedral
Landmarks/POIs Rock of Cashel Christchurch Cathedral 
- Day 14
Dublin
You can either take a guided ride to St. Patrick's Cathedral, O'Connell Street, the General Post Office, and Phoenix Park, or join a walking tour of the historic center around St. Stephen's Green and Grafton Street. The afternoon is yours to wander Dublin independently. Tonight, join an Irish entertainment experience featuring music and traditional dance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Irish evening entertainment featuring traditional Irish song and dance
Optional Activities
- Guided tour to see St. Patrick's Cathedral, O'Connell Street, General Post Office, and Phoenix Park
- Walking tour of Dublin's historic center exploring St. Stephen's Green, Grafton Street, and River Liffey
Landmarks/POIs St. Patrick's Cathedral General Post Office Phoenix Park St. Stephen's Green Grafton Street River Liffey - Day 15
Departure
Your tour concludes today as you depart with memories of Britain and Ireland.
- Meals
- Breakfast
