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Best of Britain (11 Days)

11 days
Start and end in London
4.3
39 traveler reviews

Best of Britain (11 Days)

11 days
Start and end in London
4.3
39 traveler reviews
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Plan your adventure:
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 20 - 50
Age range 5 to 99
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Highlights

  • Tread in the footsteps of pagans at Stonehenge
  • Learn about the Beatles in their home turf of Liverpool
  • Take in views of the heather-clad Scottish Highlands
  • Dine with locals at their 15th-century dairy farm

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Journey to Stonehenge, Bath and Exeter
  2. Day 2 Plymouth and More in the Southwest Dive Into Culture
  3. Day 3 Onwards to Cardiff Connect with Locals
  4. Day 4 Explore Tudor History and on to Liverpool
  5. Day 5 Venture to the Romantic Lake District and on to Glasgow
  6. Day 6 On to Fort William and the Scottish Highlands
  7. Day 7 Discover the Isle of Skye
  8. Day 8 Journey to Enchanting Edinburgh
  9. Day 9 Uncover Edinburgh’s Treasures
  10. Day 10 Continue to York
  11. Day 11 Onwards to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and London
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What's Not Included

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  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Where You'll Stay

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Operated by

Trafalgar

Number of tours

432

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

6 hours

Response rate

88%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.3
  • 4.5
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  • SH
    · May 25th, 2025
    Maybe a little more free time. It's an intense itinerary that covers so very much. I don't know how to suggest more balance without missing so many great places and experiences.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you very much for travelling with us and for taking the time to share your thoughts. We’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your journey and appreciated the wealth of experiences and destinations included in the itinerary. It’s wonderful to... Show more
    Trip date: May 2025
  • Best of Britain (11 Days) reviewer 2
    · October 28th, 2024
    Alot of territory was coveref in a short time. I wish we could have stayed a day or 2 longer in some of the citities to see more sites.OUR Tour guide was great and special guides in certain cities were very good.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We are delighted that our On The Road and Local Teams contributed positively to your guided vacation experience. We understand that visiting several remarkable cities and sights... Show more
    Trip date: October 2024
  • JP
    · October 6th, 2024
    Our guide was very organised and fun. He provided us with interesting facts and fun tips. The driver A+.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    The Trafalgar Way is our proud approach to expressing appreciation to our valued clients. Our guest experiences are expertly designed to make travel meaningful, creating a positive impact and showcasing the hidden gems of each destination. We are... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024
  • Best of Britain (11 Days) reviewer 4
    · September 18th, 2024
    This was a very good tour for people like us who wanted to see a range of territory (much of Great Britain) that we had never seen before in a fairly short period of time (two weeks). Several said now they know which places they want to come back to. It was not too exhausting for "old people "(us), plenty of time to rest on the coach as we saw for the first time beautiful areas of English and Scottish countryside, spritely walks around towns and cities. Very professional tour leader and coach driver. Tour leader spoke clearly, shared interesting history details in a very clear and sometimes humorous manner.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are thrilled that you found the services our On The Road Team provided to be exceptional—they are a valuable asset to our company. We understand that you felt the pace of the tour was dynamic, and we... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024
  • Best of Britain (11 Days) reviewer 5
    · July 25th, 2024
    The tour director and driver were amazing.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    As a company that takes pride in creating unforgettable moments and memories, we are delighted that you enjoyed your time with the On the Road Team and this incredible itinerary.
    Trip date: July 2024
  • Best of Britain (11 Days) reviewer 6
    · July 15th, 2024
    good, some meals were poor, excursions too expensive for what they were, rooms not aired out and were hot and stuffy when arrived, some of the hotels kept turning off the air conditioning even when the rooms were too hot to sleep, ie were 24 degrees at night, all hotels should know the ideal temperatures to sallow sleep, When we complained they tried to fob you off by saying the air con was not working, when the truth wa they controlled it by a timer and were turning it off
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for your review. We appreciate you being our guest. We have noted your feedback and are sorry to learn about your experience at the hotel. Our Partnership Team will review the matter with the hotels in question. Thank you again for being our... Show more
    Trip date: June 2024
  • Best of Britain (11 Days) reviewer 7
    · July 15th, 2024
    I thought I had completed this already, but apparently not, The trip was great. We saw a great deal of Britain and Scotland, not just the typical touristy things, although we saw those, too. A highlight was in the Highlands of Scotland where we watched a sheepherding demonstration by shepherd Neal and his amazing border collies. Rose was a great tour guide. She was full of energy and information and kept us entertained and informed for the whole trip. She used little presentations to make our time on the bus more enjoyable. The driver, Simon, was so kind and was a fantastic driver. He maneuvered our bus into some incredibly tight spots without a scratch. The local tour guides in London, Liverpool, Scotland and Wales were very good, and knowledgeable as well. We enjoyed sampling traditional British and Scottish fare, with a stop at Ghillie Du where we enjoyed singing, dancing and bagpipes.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your tour with us. We are delighted that you found the services provided by our On The Road and Local Teams exceptional – they are a valuable asset to our company.... Show more
    Trip date: May 2024
  • SD
    · May 8th, 2024
    Itinerary was ok - some locations, like Plymouth, really aren’t worth visiting, while others with lots to see had minimal time (an hour or so) allocated.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed Britain's well-planned itinerary. However, we apologise that your time in Plymouth did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is precious to us, and we appreciate... Show more
    Trip date: April 2024
  • PS
    · August 25th, 2023
    Mostly really good! Tour director was knowledgeable and very good at handling details. Coach driver was excellent. A memorable experience for sure!
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback during your recent trip to Britain. We are pleased to learn that your Travel Director and Coach Driver were professional and passionate about travel, and they could share their knowledge about the destinations and give their... Show more
    Trip date: August 2023
  • Best of Britain (11 Days) reviewer 10
    · July 15th, 2023
    The entire tour was fabulous from our tour guide, Jason Healan to our driver, Steph. We covered so much territory with lots of history and guidance given to us, yet a lot of time to explore on our own. I always felt safe and informed as to what we were going to do. The whole trip was nothing but professional as well as a fun time meeting and bonding with new friends from 5 different continents. I highly recommend a trip like this and especially with Trafalgar, a very professional company.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    We are delighted you got to experience all the beautiful highlights of Britain. At Trafalgar, we understand the importance of having a professional Travel Director and Coach Driver travelling with our valuable guests to deliver incredible trips, and we... Show more
    Trip date: June 2023

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11 days
Best of Britain (11 Days)
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    Jesse

    Asked on April 1st, 2025

    What are the included tickets for the tour in August?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten April 2025

      Tickets to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for departures that coincide with the event dates from August 2nd to August 24th.

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      The average group size is between 40 to 45 guests, with a maximum of 48 guests.

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      Tiffany

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      Is credit card billed in US dollars or foreign?

    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten January 2025

      The prices do not cover international flights, additional accommodation, gratuities (tips), optional experiences, airport transfers, and travel insurance. Included in the package are 13 nights of accommodation, 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners, transportation throughout the tour, a Travel Director, a Driver, and included experiences.

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten November 2024

      The tentative hotel in London for pre- and post-accommodations is at Park Plaza Riverbank. The rate for pre-night is $377.00, while for post-night the rate is $413.00. Quoted prices are per person, per night, and based on twin room. Optional experiences can only be booked with the Travel Director at the start of a guided holiday. You can prepay gratuities for $221.00 per person.

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      The price for a single room is separate from twin sharing and varies by tour. Single supplement fees apply if you prefer a private room.

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      Gratuities are recommended at GBP 3.50 per day for drivers, GBP 5.00 per day for travel directors, and GBP 1.00 per day for local specialists.

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      Travelers of all ages are welcome. However, children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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      Yes, breakfast is included with all accommodations during the tour.

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      The tour will officially end on the last day at approximately 4:30 PM.

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      I will need one nights accommodation after my tour ends the night of the 27th August. Are you able to book for a single person? Please advise my options

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      You can book a post accommodation through Trafalgar. However, for us to give you a quote, you will need to create a booking first and we will check the available post accommodation.

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      Valid passports and visas (if applicable) are required for travel. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date.

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