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Essential Britain

12 days
Start and end in London
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 46
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore Stonehenge's ancient mysteries
  • Cruise on Plymouth Sound and see Cornwall
  • Uncover King Arthur's legend in Glastonbury
  • Experience the Beatles Story in Liverpool
  • Tour Edinburgh Castle and see the Crown Jewels

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
  2. Day 2 LONDON–STONEHENGE–ILMINSTER–PLYMOUTH
  3. Day 3 PLYMOUTH. EXCURSION TO CORNWALL
  4. Day 4 PLYMOUTH–GLASTONBURY–BATH–CARDIFF, WALES
  5. Day 5 CARDIFF–BUILTH WELLS–LLANGOLLEN–LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND
  6. Day 6 LIVERPOOL–GRASMERE–GRETNA GREEN, SCOTLAND–GLASGOW
  7. Day 7 GLASGOW–FORT WILLIAM–INVERNESS
  8. Day 8 INVERNESS–CULLODEN—PITLOCHRY–ST. ANDREWS–EDINBURGH
  9. Day 9 EDINBURGH
  10. Day 10 EDINBURGH–ALNWICK, ENGLAND–YORK
  11. Day 11 YORK–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON–LONDON
  12. Day 12 LONDON
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Number of tours

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  • Essential Britain reviewer 1
    · October 28th, 2025
    Great value for money tour and locations
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    Trip date: August 2025
  • MM
    · October 5th, 2025
    Excellent guide and very thorough itinerary. I had a wonderful time!
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    Trip date: September 2025
  • PM
    · October 5th, 2024
    Excellent guide and driver. Itinerary was good. Hotel experiences were a bit uneven.
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • BP
    · July 1st, 2024
    Excellent trip it delivered what we were expecting, and more.
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    Trip date: June 2024
  • A
    · May 4th, 2023
    Park Plaza Hotels were excellent. Good bus an guide.
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  • A
    · May 4th, 2023
    there were a few minor issues but for the most part everything, every place, the excursions were well done.
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    · May 3rd, 2023
    Great bus, driver and guide
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  • A
    · May 2nd, 2023
    Martin, our guide, was great!
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  • A
    · May 2nd, 2023
    This has been such a wonderful tour! Martin is extremely knowledgeable and conveys his knowledge with a pleasant voice and delivery. He has made this journey pleasant and eventful!
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    · May 1st, 2023
    It was a great way to see parts of all of Great Britain!
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    Trip date: April 2023
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    • GlobusOperatorWritten February 2025

      The package typically includes breakfast, and some lunches and dinners. Please confirm specific meal inclusions before booking.

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      Once your booking is made and payment is processed, you will receive a confirmation email with all details.

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      A list of hotels will be provided approximately 30 days before the departure date.

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      Visa requirements depend on your nationality. Please check with your local consulate for details.

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      Airport transfers are available for purchase, but only on the start and end dates of the tour.

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      Yes, simply let us know which date you are interested in, and we can confirm availability for that date.

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      Yes, by paying a single supplement, you can have a room to yourself throughout the tour.

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      Yes, pre and post night accommodations can be arranged for an additional cost.

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    Do i make my own why to london from darwin n orginize my own accommodation and do i get picked up or do i have to meet on day 1 ty

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      You will need to organise your own flights; however, we can offer an arrival and departure transfer to the starting hotel and airport at the end of tour.

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    • For any tour departing before January 3rd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 3rd, 2026, a minimum payment of $500 is required to confirm your booking with Globus. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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