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Wonders of Britain and Ireland

12 Days

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Tour Description

All the highlights and some special travel surprises feature on this in-depth journey around the UK and Ireland. Feel the pride of the Welsh people, see the seat where Irish kings once ruled and sample a pint of the favourite local brew during a tour of the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin.

Priced From:

$ 7495pp *

From: 2026-04-05

To: 2026-10-06

Start Location: London, United Kingdom

End Location: London, United Kingdom

Trip Type: Regional Explorer

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

Stonehenge and Bath and on to Cardiff
Day 1
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Leonardo Cardiff
Ponder the mysteries of the ancient megaliths of Stonehenge, before driving west to Bath to visit the Roman Baths. Cross the Severn Estuary to Cardiff, then view the Wales Millennium Centre and the National Assembly at Cardiff Bay. Later, enjoy warm hospitality and traditional Welsh pub fare and drinks at a rousing dinner.
Onwards to Waterford
Day 2
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Waterford Marina, Fitzwilton
This morning, view the Principality Stadium during your orientation of Cardiff. Enjoy some leisure time in this modern capital. Perhaps visit the Victorian Gothic fantasy of Cardiff Castle at the heart of the city. Cross the Irish Sea by ferry to the 'Emerald Isle' and travel to historic Waterford, where you'll dine in your hotel tonight.
Admire Blarney Castle and Journey to Killarney Dive Into Culture
Day 3
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Killarney
Dive Into Culture and watch the master crafters of the renowned House of Waterford Crystal. Then, kiss the Blarney Stone to acquire the 'gift of the gab', before travelling to the picturesque town of Killarney.
A Day on the Ring of Kerry Connect with Locals
Day 4
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Killarney
Today, experience the enduring beauty of Ireland's most scenic coastal drive around the Iveragh Peninsula – the emerald green hills, centuries-old stone villages and vivid blue seascapes provide an exquisite backdrop for your leisurely drive around what has become known as the Ring of Kerry. See Daniel O'Connell's Cahirsiveen, the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll's Gap with its panoramic views. Later, meet the O'Sullivan family at Molly Gallivan’s 200-year-old cottage, sharing a memorable Be My Guest experience.
Journey to Cultural Dublin
Day 5
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Hampton by Hilton Dublin City Center
Celtic art and history take centre stage this morning as you visit the Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary, the seat of Irish kings for centuries. Perched atop a limestone outcrop in the Golden Vale, the historic ruins house one of the most remarkable collections of Celtic art and medieval architecture in Europe. Arrive this afternoon in Dublin, where you will join your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour to see Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral and the stately Georgian Squares. This evening, consider joining an Optional Experience to enjoy the rousing sounds of an Irish cabaret.
Dublin Your Way Dive Into Culture
Day 6
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Hampton by Hilton Dublin City Center
Dive Into Culture to discover the fascinating 250-year-old story of Guinness at its original home, the Guinness Storehouse. Then, top it off with a taste in their Gravity Bar while you enjoy the panoramic views of Dublin. The rest of the day is yours to soak up the cosy atmosphere of the Irish capital. Ramble through the buzzing streets of Temple Bar or visit Grafton Street, famous for its colourful street performers.
The Sights of Chester and Liverpool
Day 7
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Leonardo Hotel Liverpool, Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly
Board the ferry to Wales. Admire the spectacular landscape of Snowdonia National Park as you travel to the ancient city of Chester, with its characteristic Tudor Rows and medieval walls. Arrive later in Liverpool, the haunt of the 'Fab Four', joining your companions for a tasty dinner.
Through the Lake District to Edinburgh
Day 8
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Apex City
The beautiful landscape, which for centuries inspired the Romantic poets, provides a mesmerising backdrop for your scenic drive from the lush green hills of Lancashire to the Lake District. Skirt the shores of England's largest lake, Windermere, as you travel through countryside made famous by poet William Wordsworth. Cross the Scottish border and visit the runaway wedding capital that is Gretna Green. This evening, you arrive in beguiling Edinburgh, where you'll spend the next two nights.
Discover Remarkable Edinburgh
Day 9
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Apex City
Join a Local Specialist this morning for a memorable sightseeing tour of this captivating capital, including a visit to Edinburgh Castle, perched high above the city on Castle Rock. See Auld Reekie's Royal Mile and the elegant Palace of Holyroodhouse in the shadow of Arthur's Seat, and admire the Georgian façades in Edinburgh's New Town. Tickets to The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that align with performance dates.
Venture to York
Day 10
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Novotel Centre
Journey south to the medieval market town of Alnwick with its impressive castle and Tenantry Column, upon which the Percy Lion sits and surveys the town. Marvel at the magnificent scenery as you cross Northumberland and the River Tyne at Newcastle en route to York where you’ll walk through the charming Shambles, see the medieval walls and York Minster, one of the greatest cathedrals in the world.
On to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon
Day 11
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel and Spa, Stratford Manor
Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitor Centre in Stratford-upon-Avon to see where the 'Avon Bard' was born and raised. View Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage. This evening,  join your fellow travellers for dinner.
Journey through the Cotswolds to Oxford and London
Day 12
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Park Plaza Riverbank, Park Plaza County Hall
Journey to the Cotswolds this morning and the little churchyard at Bladon where Sir Winston Churchill is buried. Arriving in Oxford, the oldest university city in the British Isles, you'll enjoy an orientation tour of the city to view the Radcliffe Camera and the Bodleian Library and visit one of the university’s famous colleges (when open). Return to London this afternoon and bid a fond farewell to your Travel Director and newfound friends at the end of a wonderful holiday.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2026-04-05
End Date: 2026-04-16
twin
Child Price: 6785
Adult Price: 7575
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7575
triple
Child Price: 7165
Adult Price: 7955
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 8915
Start Date: 2026-04-12
End Date: 2026-04-23
twin
Child Price: 6785
Adult Price: 7575
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7575
triple
Child Price: 7165
Adult Price: 7955
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 8915
Start Date: 2026-04-19
End Date: 2026-04-30
twin
Child Price: 6785
Adult Price: 7575
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7575
triple
Child Price: 7165
Adult Price: 7955
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 8915
Start Date: 2026-04-26
End Date: 2026-05-07
twin
Child Price: 6960
Adult Price: 7750
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7750
triple
Child Price: 7340
Adult Price: 8130
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9090
Start Date: 2026-05-03
End Date: 2026-05-14
twin
Child Price: 6960
Adult Price: 7750
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7750
triple
Child Price: 7340
Adult Price: 8130
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9110
Start Date: 2026-05-10
End Date: 2026-05-21
twin
Child Price: 6960
Adult Price: 7750
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7750
triple
Child Price: 7340
Adult Price: 8130
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9110
Start Date: 2026-05-17
End Date: 2026-05-28
twin
Child Price: 6960
Adult Price: 7750
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7750
triple
Child Price: 7340
Adult Price: 8130
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9110
Start Date: 2026-05-24
End Date: 2026-06-04
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Adult Price: 7925
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7925
triple
Child Price: 7515
Adult Price: 8305
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9305
Start Date: 2026-05-31
End Date: 2026-06-11
twin
Child Price: 7135
Adult Price: 7925
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7925
triple
Child Price: 7515
Adult Price: 8305
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9295
Start Date: 2026-06-07
End Date: 2026-06-18
twin
Child Price: 7135
Adult Price: 7925
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7925
triple
Child Price: 7515
Adult Price: 8305
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9295
Start Date: 2026-06-14
End Date: 2026-06-25
twin
Child Price: 7135
Adult Price: 7925
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7925
triple
Child Price: 7515
Adult Price: 8305
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9295
Start Date: 2026-06-21
End Date: 2026-07-02
twin
Child Price: 7135
Adult Price: 7925
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7925
triple
Child Price: 7515
Adult Price: 8305
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9295
Start Date: 2026-06-28
End Date: 2026-07-09
twin
Child Price: 7160
Adult Price: 7950
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7950
triple
Child Price: 7540
Adult Price: 8330
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9320
Start Date: 2026-07-05
End Date: 2026-07-16
twin
Child Price: 7160
Adult Price: 7950
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7950
triple
Child Price: 7540
Adult Price: 8330
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9320
Start Date: 2026-07-12
End Date: 2026-07-23
twin
Child Price: 7160
Adult Price: 7950
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7950
triple
Child Price: 7540
Adult Price: 8330
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9320
Start Date: 2026-07-19
End Date: 2026-07-30
twin
Child Price: 7160
Adult Price: 7950
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7950
triple
Child Price: 7540
Adult Price: 8330
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9320
Start Date: 2026-07-26
End Date: 2026-08-06
twin
Child Price: 7760
Adult Price: 8550
twinShare
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Adult Price: 8550
triple
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Adult Price: 8930
single
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Adult Price: 9920
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End Date: 2026-08-13
twin
Child Price: 7760
Adult Price: 8550
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 8550
triple
Child Price: 8140
Adult Price: 8930
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9920
Start Date: 2026-08-09
End Date: 2026-08-20
twin
Child Price: 7760
Adult Price: 8550
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 8550
triple
Child Price: 8140
Adult Price: 8930
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9920
Start Date: 2026-08-16
End Date: 2026-08-27
twin
Child Price: 7360
Adult Price: 8150
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 8150
triple
Child Price: 7740
Adult Price: 8530
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9580
Start Date: 2026-08-23
End Date: 2026-09-03
twin
Child Price: 7360
Adult Price: 8150
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 8150
triple
Child Price: 7740
Adult Price: 8530
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9520
Start Date: 2026-08-30
End Date: 2026-09-10
twin
Child Price: 7105
Adult Price: 7895
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7895
triple
Child Price: 7485
Adult Price: 8275
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9275
Start Date: 2026-09-06
End Date: 2026-09-17
twin
Child Price: 7105
Adult Price: 7895
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7895
triple
Child Price: 7485
Adult Price: 8275
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9275
Start Date: 2026-09-13
End Date: 2026-09-24
twin
Child Price: 7105
Adult Price: 7895
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7895
triple
Child Price: 7485
Adult Price: 8275
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9275
Start Date: 2026-09-20
End Date: 2026-10-01
twin
Child Price: 7105
Adult Price: 7895
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7895
triple
Child Price: 7485
Adult Price: 8275
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 9275
Start Date: 2026-09-27
End Date: 2026-10-08
twin
Child Price: 6785
Adult Price: 7575
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7575
triple
Child Price: 7165
Adult Price: 7955
single
Child Price:
Adult Price: 8935
Start Date: 2026-10-06
End Date: 2026-10-17
twin
Child Price: 6705
Adult Price: 7495
twinShare
Child Price:
Adult Price: 7495
triple
Child Price: 7085
Adult Price: 7875
single
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