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- Platinum Operator
- Trafalgar
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 20 - 50
- Age range 5 to 99
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore iconic London landmarks with a local guide
- Unravel the mysteries of Stonehenge and Bath
- Kiss the Blarney Stone in picturesque Killarney
- Enjoy Irish culture with a Guinness in Dublin
- Tour Edinburgh Castle and the historic Royal Mile
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Welcome to London
- Day 2 Discover the Sights of London
- Day 3 Stonehenge and Bath and on to Cardiff
- Day 4 Onwards to Waterford
- Day 5 Admire Blarney Castle and Journey to Killarney Dive Into Culture
- Day 6 A Day on the Ring of Kerry Connect with Locals
- Day 7 Journey to Cultural Dublin
- Day 8 Dublin Your Way Dive Into Culture
- Day 9 The Sights of Chester and Liverpool
- Day 10 Through the Lake District to Edinburgh
- Day 11 Discover Remarkable Edinburgh
- Day 12 Venture to York
- Day 13 On to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon
- Day 14 Journey through the Cotswolds to Oxford and London
- Day 15 Goodbye London
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Park Plaza County Hall
HotelDays 1, 2, 14Leonardo Cardiff
Hotelday 3Waterford Marina, Fitzwilton
Hotelday 4Killarney
HotelDays 5, 6Hampton by Hilton Dublin City Center
HotelDays 7, 8Leonardo Hotel Liverpool, Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly
Hotelday 9Apex City
HotelDays 10, 11Novotel Center
Hotelday 12Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel and Spa, Stratford Manor
Hotelday 13Walton Hall Hotel & Spa by Sunday , Stratford Manor
Hotelday 13
Operated by
Trafalgar
Number of tours
430
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
6 hours
Response rate
92%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- RDRichard· May 24th, 2025Leena and Tony were great!Show more
Trafalgar commented on this reviewWe appreciate your feedback and are delighted that you found the services provided by our On The Road Team exceptional. Their dedication is invaluable to our company, and we are fully committed to ensuring the best possible experience for our clients.... Show moreTrip date: May 2025 - Renee· August 20th, 2024Fast paced fantastic way to cover a large area of the UK and Ireland. Amazing local experts and wonderful traditional dishes eaten in some spectacular locations. Our tour director was amazing and knew the ins and outs of each location, and could easily direct us to the sights we were most eager to see based on our individual preferences. Our coach driver was fantastic and knew the roads like the back of his hand.Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewWe greatly appreciate the effort you put into writing your review. We are thrilled that our On The Road Team significantly enhanced your guided vacation experience. Our commitment to seamless travel and connecting individuals through shared travel... Show moreTrip date: August 2024
- Nancy· September 22nd, 2023My experience was great!Trafalgar commented on this reviewWe are always delighted to learn that our valuable guests have returned home from our guided trips with happy memories, and we hope that you will explore more exciting travel experiences with us.Trip date: September 2023
- EZEpimenia· September 19th, 2023Great tour, excellent Tour director and driver....Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for your feedback during your time in Britain and Ireland. We are delighted to read that our Travel Director and Coach Driver made you feel at home while providing you with an exhilarating adventure and sharing their expert knowledge, insider... Show moreTrip date: September 2023
- JRJoseph· August 30th, 2023My wife got sick in Norway the doctor told her it was not contagious. After arriving in London I got sick with same symptoms (constant coiffing). Booked a flight to return home. It s odd that you do not know that we were not on the tour.Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for coming back to us. We are sorry to hear that you and your wife fell ill, which was why you never got to travel. We apologise for the inconvenience of sending you the review link, as there may have been a technical glitch in the system.... Show moreTrip date: July 2023
- RWRebecca· May 29th, 2022Would be excellent but up-front communication...Show moreTrip date: May 2022
- JLJennifer· October 3rd, 2019Emma was amazing. Most of the accommodation was excellent especially Apex. Most places were great dealing with my dietary requirements.Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for sharing feedback about your time on the Wonders of Britain and Ireland guided holiday with Trafalgar. We are always happy to read about our guests' time spent on the road with us and are delighted to learn that Emma ensured you had a truly... Show moreTrip date: September 2019
- MMarieMcKee· September 16th, 2019Really enjoyed having Greg for our Tour Director, he was so organized and efficient. Empathetic to people's needs. He is very knowledgeable and made the tour a lot of fun.Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewOur Travel Directors take great pride in creating the best possible experience for our guests. Their knowledge and passion for our destinations, along with the care and consideration they show to our guests, makes all the difference when discovering new... Show moreTrip date: September 2019
- BSBeatriz· May 2nd, 2019Wonderful trip, very well organized, good food,...Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThanks for taking the time to share such positive feedback on your guided holiday with Trafalgar. We always appreciate reading about our guests' time spent on the road with us and are ecstatic to read that our dedicated team ensured that you had an... Show moreTrip date: March 2019
- ACArthur.· June 15th, 2018First trip hard to compare. Suited us fine.Show moreTrip date: June 2018
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What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- J
Joel
Asked on March 8th, 2025Is that okay? Or should we arrive on the 8th?
TrafalgarOperator•Written March 2025There are 2 nights accommodation included in London before the tour starts on Day 3, so arriving on the first day is fine since you will go directly to the hotel for check-in. Check-in times vary but on average check-in time is at 15:00 or 3pm.
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Sabrina
Asked on December 31st, 2024On what day and at what time do we check in with the group leader?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2025
As there is an included 2 nights accommodation prior to the tour start, you may go directly to the hotel for check-in. Check-in times vary but on average check-in time is at 15:00 or 3pm. All guests will receive an email from their Travel Director 3-5 days prior to departure to confirm departure time and hotel.
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Julia
Asked on December 23rd, 2024Can I change my booking to a later date?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written December 2024
You can reschedule your tour dates, provided it adheres to the booking conditions, which usually allow changes within 60 days.
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Lourdes
Asked on November 9th, 2024What is the check-in and check-out time at the hotel?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024
Check-in usually starts around 2:00 or 3:00 PM, and check-out is generally by 12:00 noon.
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Ceci
Asked on October 29th, 2024What should I do if I need to cancel my booking?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written October 2024
You should review the cancellation policy and confirm your intentions as there may be fees involved.
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Jorge
Asked on September 30th, 2024Wondering how much walking for someone older? Also is it possible to get a walk in shower room? And last in waterford is there time to go to the waterford crystal factory?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written September 2024
During the trip, you will encounter short distances and flat surfaces, with 1-2 miles of walking per day. We recommend having someone travel with you to assist with walking to the shower room. Additionally, please note that a Crystal Workshop is included on day 5 of the itinerary.
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Yvon
Asked on August 25th, 2024Can my inquiry about dietary restrictions be accommodated?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written August 2024
We will make every effort to accommodate dietary restrictions but cannot guarantee it as meal options depend on local providers.
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Pierine
Asked on July 24th, 2024How do I find out the total cost for my trip?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written July 2024
The total cost will be confirmed based on your choices and any promotional deals available at the time of booking.
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Emma
Asked on July 4th, 2024Can I check the availability of a specific tour date?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written July 2024
You can check the availability through our booking system or contact us for assistance.
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Kristina
Asked on May 30th, 2024What if I arrive a day early before the tour starts?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written May 2024
You can arrange for accommodation on your own, just let us know if you need assistance booking it.
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