Tour Description

See the very best of Britain on this 9-day guided tour that traverses Scotland, Wales and England. At Edinburgh Castle, sit on the Stone of Destiny, the sandstone seat upon which dozens of Scottish monarchs were crowned. Survey the English Lake District, where mountainous peaks give way to expansive lakes and scenery so picturesque it inspired the words of William Wordsworth. Plus, discover the mystery of Stonehenge, where towering prehistoric stones cast shadows on emerald green fields and sail across Plymouth harbour, with views of the city's royal citadel. Finally, indulge in a feast at a historic mill in the English countryside, enjoying organic seasonal produce freshly picked from the fields just outside.

Priced From:

$ 5950pp ^*

From: 2026-04-22

To: 2026-10-07

Start Location: London, United Kingdom

End Location: London, United Kingdom

Trip Type: Britain and Ireland

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

London and Medieval York

Day 1

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hilton, York

Meet your Travel Director to begin your journey north to Stratford-upon-Avon, with its wealth of black-and-white, timber-framed houses. Discover how William Shakespeare and his incredible works continue to shape society today when you visit his birthplace, full of interesting memorabilia and artefacts relating to his life. Continue to historic York to stroll the narrow lanes including the Shambles and view York Minster, England's largest medieval cathedral. Later, join your Travel Director for a warm and friendly dinner and the opportunity to mingle over a pleasant evening.

Hadrian's Wall to Edinburgh

Day 2

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Malmaison Edinburgh, Leith

See a part of Hadrian's Wall, an impressive Roman construction that once spanned 80 miles from coast to coast, marking the northern frontier of the mighty Roman Empire. Continue past Jedburgh Abbey en route to the Scottish capital, Edinburgh, for your two-night stay in this stunning city. This evening, perhaps partake in a traditional optional dinner at Ghillie Dhu.

Edinburgh Sightseeing

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Malmaison Edinburgh, Leith

In the morning join a Local Expert to explore the Royal Mile. You will see the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish residence of His Majesty the King. Continue past the Sir Walter Scott Monument to the 18th-century New Town with its neoclassical Adam facades. Visit Edinburgh Castle, home of the Honours of Scotland, to view Mons Meg. The afternoon is at leisure. In the evening, select departures will attend The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - a colourful mix of pipes and drums, dance and display, set against the floodlit backdrop of Edinburgh Castle.

Loch Lomond to Glasgow

Day 4

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Radisson Blu, Glasgow

Drive via historic Bannockburn and Stirling and enjoy the scenery of the Trossachs. Continue along the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, before arriving in Glasgow for an orientation of the city with your Travel Director. See the grand public buildings, including George Square and St. Mungo's Cathedral.

The Glorious Lake District

Day 5

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Castle Green, Kendal

Travel via Gretna Green to the English Lake District, with scenery so beautiful it inspired a host of writers. Learn about the life of William Wordsworth and visit his grave in the picturesque, stone-built village of Grasmere.

The Welsh Marches and Cardiff

Day 6

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Clayton, Cardiff

Stop in ancient Ludlow, one of England’s most attractive towns, dominated by its castle, rich in tragic royal history. Why not spend time exploring the traditional open-air market, admiring the local crafts and perhaps sampling the produce? Afterwards, cross into southern Wales and head for the capital of Cardiff for an orientation of the port city, upon the River Taff. See Cardiff Castle and the impressive Principality Stadium.

Georgian Bath and Devon

Day 7

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Leonardo, Plymouth

Cross the Severn Bridge back into England and drive to the golden Georgian City of Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the well-preserved Roman Baths, before continuing to your hotel in the heart of Plymouth.

Dartmoor National Park Relaxed Start

Day 8

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Leonardo, Plymouth

Explore Dartmoor with Insight Choice. Choose to join a scenic exploration of Dartmoor National Park. Spend time reconnecting with nature amidst the stunning landscape of towering granite tors, open moorland, beautiful rivers and lush, wooded valleys. Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing cruise of Plymouth Harbour and see the Mayflower Steps, Barbican, Royal Citadel and Plymouth Hoe. Later this evening, savour an unforgettable dinner at Heskyn Mill during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Join your Travel Director and newfound friends for the ultimate Farm-to-Table dining experience. Enjoy a mouth-watering meal prepared from organic seasonal produce, freshly picked from the surrounding fields, served with a glass of wine.

Stonehenge and London

Day 9

Duration: 1

Travel across Salisbury Plain to visit the pre-historic and mysterious Stonehenge, where the strange and awe-inspiring megaliths are reputed to be up to 5,000 years old. Your journey concludes upon arrival at the hotel in London.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2026-04-29

End Date: 2026-05-07

twin

Child Price: 5300

Adult Price: 5950

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5950

triple

Child Price: 5720

Adult Price: 6370

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7420

Start Date: 2026-05-06

End Date: 2026-05-14

twin

Child Price: 5325

Adult Price: 5975

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5975

triple

Child Price: 5745

Adult Price: 6395

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7465

Start Date: 2026-05-13

End Date: 2026-05-21

twin

Child Price: 5325

Adult Price: 5975

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5975

triple

Child Price: 5745

Adult Price: 6395

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7465

Start Date: 2026-05-20

End Date: 2026-05-28

twin

Child Price: 5325

Adult Price: 5975

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5975

triple

Child Price: 5745

Adult Price: 6395

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7465

Start Date: 2026-06-03

End Date: 2026-06-11

twin

Child Price: 5445

Adult Price: 6095

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 6095

triple

Child Price: 5865

Adult Price: 6515

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7665

Start Date: 2026-06-17

End Date: 2026-06-25

twin

Child Price: 5445

Adult Price: 6095

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 6095

triple

Child Price: 5865

Adult Price: 6515

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7665

Start Date: 2026-07-01

End Date: 2026-07-09

twin

Child Price: 5500

Adult Price: 6150

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 6150

triple

Child Price: 5920

Adult Price: 6570

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7780

Start Date: 2026-07-08

End Date: 2026-07-16

twin

Child Price: 5700

Adult Price: 6350

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 6350

triple

Child Price: 6120

Adult Price: 6770

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7980

Start Date: 2026-07-15

End Date: 2026-07-23

twin

Child Price: 5500

Adult Price: 6150

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 6150

triple

Child Price: 5920

Adult Price: 6570

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7780

Start Date: 2026-08-05

End Date: 2026-08-13

twin

Child Price: 6475

Adult Price: 7125

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7125

triple

Child Price: 6895

Adult Price: 7545

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8825

Start Date: 2026-08-12

End Date: 2026-08-20

twin

Child Price: 6475

Adult Price: 7125

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7125

triple

Child Price: 6895

Adult Price: 7545

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8825

Start Date: 2026-08-19

End Date: 2026-08-27

twin

Child Price: 6475

Adult Price: 7125

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7125

triple

Child Price: 6895

Adult Price: 7545

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8825

Start Date: 2026-08-26

End Date: 2026-09-03

twin

Child Price: 6075

Adult Price: 6725

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 6725

triple

Child Price: 6495

Adult Price: 7145

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8425

Start Date: 2026-09-02

End Date: 2026-09-10

twin

Child Price: 5875

Adult Price: 6525

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 6525

triple

Child Price: 6295

Adult Price: 6945

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8045

Start Date: 2026-09-09

End Date: 2026-09-17

twin

Child Price: 5875

Adult Price: 6525

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 6525

triple

Child Price: 6295

Adult Price: 6945

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8045

Start Date: 2026-09-23

End Date: 2026-10-01

twin

Child Price: 5875

Adult Price: 6525

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 6525

triple

Child Price: 6295

Adult Price: 6945

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8045

Start Date: 2026-09-30

End Date: 2026-10-08

twin

Child Price: 5625

Adult Price: 6275

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 6275

triple

Child Price: 6045

Adult Price: 6695

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7765

Start Date: 2026-10-07

End Date: 2026-10-15

twin

Child Price: 5625

Adult Price: 6275

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 6275

triple

Child Price: 6045

Adult Price: 6695

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7765

Best of Britain – Classic Group

Tour Advisors

Itinerary

Dates & prices