Tour Description

From the birth of the Beatles to the creators of the kilt, this sojourn through England and Scotland is all about uncovering the best of Britain. Picture-perfect lands and charming cities make this a perfectly balanced way to spend your trip.

Priced From:

$ 2429pp ^*

From: 2024-11-22

To: 2025-03-11

Start Location: London, United Kingdom

End Location: London, United Kingdom

Trip Type: In Depth Explorer

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Chris McKinnel

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

London to Manchester Via Liverpool

Day 1

Duration: 1

Accommodation: ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street (or similar)

Good morning dear Londonites! And welcome to your 9-day deep dive into all things England and Scotland. Big things are just around the corner. So big we've nicknamed one of them Big Ben. Chat all things Beatlemania & football in your best Scouse accent - this is the call of the day as we pull up in lively Liverpool. Tonight we’ll bed down in Manchester – Liverpool’s neighbouring city and fellow home of musical royalty. Dinner’s included tonight and after that, you’re free to explore. Just remember that toniiiiiight, you’re a rock and roll star.

Manchester to York

Day 2

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Wakefield (or similar)

Lap up your last dose of Manchester before we go back to the time of the Vikings... in the traditional walled city of York. 2,000 years of history will unfold upon us as we amble down narrow lanes of York, exploring the Minster, the Shambles and Clifford’s Tower. For fans of folklore, sign up to a night of ghostly horrors and dark alleyways & prepare to be spooked.

York to Carlisle via Lake District

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Ibis Carlisle City Centre Hotel (or similar)

Even if the ghosts of York kept you awake all night, you're going to need to rise and shine and wave goodbye to the Harry Potter like setting of this ancient city. Whatever you do, don't Google this place before we arrive. It will spoil the surprise of its unfathomable beauty. Endless green hills, 16 serene lakes & streets of stone homes will have you pining for the country life. End the day in quaint and charming Carlisle, England's northern-most town before Scotland! Nothing like the northern air to cosy up and wake as fresh as a daisy the next morning for all our activities.

Carlisle to Edinburgh via Hadrian's Wall

Day 4

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)

Today we are in for some border hopping along the English/Scottish border to see the sights on our way to Edinburgh! But first we'll take a spectacular drive this morning to the Roman Empire’s impressive Hadrian’s Wall as well as English country charm in abundance. Back in the 21st Century we'll find ourselves in Edinburgh, a city that, although still simmering in ancient history, comes alive with music festivals, a rousing creative scene & fun bars. Top the day off with a Scottish meal, complete with a traditional bagpiper.

Edinburgh

Day 5

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)

Today is yours to roam free - but if you want to get the low down on the history of this city why not join our local guide for an optional tour of Edinburgh Castle (which is resting on an extinct volcano!!) to kickstart your love affair with this city. Or maybe you'll do a spot of tartan shopping on Princes Street or indulge in some whisky tasting.

Edinburgh to Inverness via St Andrews and Stirling

Day 6

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar)

It's time to blaze a trail out of Edinburgh & head for Inverness. On the way to the main affair of the day we'll stop by St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf, would you believe? As well as Scotland’s oldest university town. We make a stop in Stirling, known for its famous Castle nestled right on a hill, and the town where William Wallace took on the English and yelled "Freeeedom!" Already blown away by the beauty of the rugged mountain scenery en route, we'll arrive in Inverness amped up for mystical tales.

Inverness via Loch Ness and Aviemore

Day 7

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar)

We might be coming down from a high (geographically speaking) this morning, but as we seek out the stunning Loch Ness and Glenfinnan Viaduct, the mood will only be rising. We'll stop to see lovely Loch Ness, the most voluminous lake in the UK - containing more water than all the lakes of England and Wales combined! It's also rumoured to contain something else, something far more legendary which you're sure to have heard of... We'll also check out Aviemore, a picturesque jewel in the Cairngorms' crown - home to lochs, mountain trails and plenty of panoramic views. With breath-taking scenery still in mind, today's sights will leave you more than content with your day's discoveries.

Inverness to Glasgow

Day 8

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Ibis Glasgow City Centre Sauchiehall Street Hotel (or similar)

After a few days of remote and rugged goodness, a change of pace in Scotland's biggest city is sure to fire things up a notch. Feast your eyes on the railway viaduct – once a calling stop for the magical Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter films and the breathtaking waters of Loch Shiel, which seems to stretch on endlessly. Get involved with everything great about Glasgow. Live music on every corner, a gothic cathedral & plenty of quirky characters make this city unique. Tonight, you have the option to sign up for a delicious home-cooked meal for a truly local Glaswegian experience.

End Glasgow/Train to London

Day 9

Duration: 1

The trip sadly comes to an end after breakfast in Glasgow. It’s time to say bye to your new travel squad and plan the next journey. Or if you've chosen to end in London, catch the train back to London, where the trip ends upon arrival.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2024-12-06

End Date: 2024-12-14

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Adult Price: 3516

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Adult Price: 3516

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Adult Price: 4534

Start Date: 2024-12-23

End Date: 2024-12-31

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Adult Price: 3890

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Adult Price: 3890

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Adult Price: 4908

Start Date: 2024-12-27

End Date: 2025-01-04

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Adult Price: 3520

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Adult Price: 3520

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Adult Price: 4440

Start Date: 2024-12-28

End Date: 2025-01-05

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Adult Price: 2594

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Adult Price: 2594

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Adult Price: 3272

Start Date: 2025-01-07

End Date: 2025-01-15

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Adult Price: 3401

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Adult Price: 3401

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Adult Price: 4418

Start Date: 2025-01-21

End Date: 2025-01-29

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 3077

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Adult Price: 3077

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Adult Price: 3998

Start Date: 2025-02-11

End Date: 2025-02-19

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Adult Price: 2429

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Adult Price: 2429

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Adult Price: 3156

Start Date: 2025-02-27

End Date: 2025-03-07

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Adult Price: 2429

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 2429

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Adult Price: 3156

Start Date: 2025-03-11

End Date: 2025-03-19

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 3077

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Adult Price: 3077

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Adult Price: 3998

England & Scotland | Classic | End London | Winter | 2024/2025

Tour Advisors

Itinerary

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