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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
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 46
Age range 5 to 80
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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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Where You'll Stay

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Globus

Number of tours

406

Age Range

5 to 80 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

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  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.2
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Food
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    4.2
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  • 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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    Trip date: April 2023
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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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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · 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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    Trip date: April 2023
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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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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · 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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  • A
    · May 1st, 2023
    Tour Guide and Driver were both outstanding!
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · April 28th, 2023
    Our tour guide (Christina) and bus driver (Barry) were both great and very personable and knowledgeable which made the tour really enjoyable.
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    Trip date: April 2023
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12 days
Essential Britain
From London to London

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    Janice

    Asked on February 1st, 2025

    Are meals included in the trip?

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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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    Amanda

    Asked on December 17th, 2024

    What is the process for confirming my booking?

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    • GlobusOperatorWritten December 2024

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

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    Melissa

    Asked on November 19th, 2024

    What accommodations are used during the tour?

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    • GlobusOperatorWritten November 2024

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

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    Sophie

    Asked on October 7th, 2024

    Do I need a visa to travel to England?

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

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    Mariana

    Asked on August 25th, 2024

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    • GlobusOperatorWritten August 2024

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

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    Gary

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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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    Carol

    Asked on August 15th, 2024

    Can I extend my stay in London after the tour?

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    • GlobusOperatorWritten August 2024

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

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    Carmen

    Asked on August 4th, 2024

    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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    • GlobusOperatorWritten August 2024

      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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      No, airfare is not included in the tour price. You'll need to book flights separately.

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Tour ID: 51195

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