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Britain and Ireland Highlights

8 Days

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Tour Description

Short on travel time but want to see all the Britain and Ireland highlights? This trip delivers the genius of Shakespeare, Waterford crystal creations in Ireland and a hearty Welsh dinner at a local vineyard, with a side of ancient history, in just over one week.

Priced From:

$ 5125pp *

From: 2026-03-21

To: 2026-10-17

Start Location: London, United Kingdom

End Location: London, United Kingdom

Trip Type: Regional 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

Stratford-upon-Avon, York and on to Harrogate
Day 1
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza
Join your Travel Director today and delve into centuries of history - tales of star-crossed lovers, tragic kings and Roman emperors are brought to life as you visit Stratford-upon-Avon and follow in the footsteps of Shakespeare. Visit his Birthplace and the Visitor Centre, then continue north to the Viking city of York, where you'll enjoy an orientation walk around its historic streets. View the cobbled Shambles, see the ancient city walls and the magnificent York Minster. This evening, enjoy dinner in the Victorian spa town of Harrogate.
Through the Scenic Lake District to Glasgow
Day 2
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Novotel
Journey through the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the beautiful Lake District, which has inspired poets and writers for centuries. A highlight on your journey is England's pretty Lake Windermere, which you’ll pass as you continue through countryside made famous by the poet William Wordsworth. Cross the border, into Scotland, to the runaway wedding capital of Gretna Green. Here eloping couples would tie the knot over the Marriage Anvil. Drive through the Southern Uplands to vibrant Glasgow where your orientation will take you past Glasgow Cathedral and George Square. Tonight, consider joining an Optional Experience featuring a fabulous dinner and Scottish entertainment.
Explore Enchanting Edinburgh
Day 3
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Novotel
From the cultural capital of Glasgow to enchanting Edinburgh, with its exquisite medieval façades, your encounter with Scotland will see you join a Local Specialist for a memorable sightseeing tour. Visit Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle Rock overlooking the city, and see the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace of Holyroodhouse and the new Scottish Parliament. Admire the elegant Georgian architecture in the New Town and amble through the secret lanes of Auld Reekie before returning to Glasgow this evening for a delicious locally-sourced meal at Mharsanta restaurant during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
Cross the Irish Sea to Belfast and Dublin
Day 4
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Clayton Ballsbridge, The Address Connolly
Follow the rugged Ayrshire coast, past the island of Ailsa Craig, the stepping stone from Ireland to Scotland. Board the ferry to Northern Ireland, then join a Local Specialist to explore the crossroads of British and Irish culture in Belfast. You’ll view City Hall and the dock where the Titanic was built. This evening, arrive in the vibrant capital of Ireland where you'll spend the next two nights.
Discover Diverse Dublin Dive Into Culture
Day 5
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Clayton Ballsbridge, The Address Connolly
Dive Into Culture and discover the fascinating 250-year-old story of Guinness at its original home, the Guinness Storehouse. Top it off with a taste in their Gravity Bar while you enjoy the panoramic views of Dublin. Drive through the pretty streets of Dublin with a Local Specialist to admire the stately Georgian Squares, Trinity College and St. Patrick's Cathedral, the tallest church in Ireland, before spending the rest of the day exploring the sights alone. Ramble through Temple Bar or Grafton Street, famous for its colourful street performers. This evening, consider joining an Optional Experience to a rousing Irish cabaret performance.
Journey to Kilkenny and on to Waterford Dive Into Culture
Day 6
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Waterford Marina, Fitzwilton
Gain insights into rearing world-class thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud established in 1946. Enjoy a guided walk through the farm and take some time to stroll through its tranquil Japanese Gardens, regarded as the best in Europe. Admire the imposing medieval castle at Kilkenny before some free time for lunch. The next stop sees you Dive Into Culture to witness the delicate craft of Waterford Crystal. Watch master crafters at work during a tour of the workshop and see the exquisitely crafted pieces in the showroom.
Ferry Across to Cultural Cardiff Connect with Locals
Day 7
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Park Inn by Radisson City Centre
An early start to your sightseeing today sees you cross the Irish Sea to Wales by ferry and continue your journey to the Welsh capital of Cardiff to view the Wales Millennium Centre, National Assembly and historic Cardiff Castle, in the heart of the city. This evening, join a local family for a Be My Guest experience in the idyllic Welsh countryside,. Visit the oldest and largest vineyard in Wales, you’ll learn how the Norris family are using sustainable farming practices and get to meet some of the resident animals that roam the land freely. You’ll enjoy a homemade meal, enchanting stories of rural life in Wales and warm Welsh hospitality, leaving with the knowledge that your visit supports the family in their efforts to farm sustainably.
Soak up Bath and Stonehenge then off to London
Day 8
Duration: 1
Traversing the Severn Estuary into England, arrive in the glorious UNESCO listed city of Bath, with its elegant Georgian façades and visit the world-famous Roman Baths for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Journey across the scenic landscapes of Wiltshire, paying a visit to the mysterious megalithic stone circle at Stonehenge, then return to London where your memorable holiday in Britain and Ireland comes to an end.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2026-03-21
End Date: 2026-03-28
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Adult Price: 5125
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Start Date: 2026-03-28
End Date: 2026-04-04
twin
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Adult Price: 5125
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triple
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Adult Price: 5345
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Start Date: 2026-04-04
End Date: 2026-04-11
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Adult Price: 5125
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triple
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Adult Price: 5345
single
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Adult Price: 6315
Start Date: 2026-04-11
End Date: 2026-04-18
twin
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Adult Price: 5125
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triple
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Adult Price: 5345
single
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Adult Price: 6315
Start Date: 2026-04-18
End Date: 2026-04-25
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Adult Price: 5250
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triple
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Adult Price: 5470
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Start Date: 2026-04-20
End Date: 2026-04-27
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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Start Date: 2026-04-25
End Date: 2026-05-02
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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Start Date: 2026-04-27
End Date: 2026-05-04
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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Start Date: 2026-05-02
End Date: 2026-05-09
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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End Date: 2026-05-11
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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End Date: 2026-05-16
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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End Date: 2026-05-18
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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End Date: 2026-05-23
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
single
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End Date: 2026-05-25
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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End Date: 2026-05-30
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
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Adult Price: 5250
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single
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End Date: 2026-06-27
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Adult Price: 5250
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End Date: 2026-06-29
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Adult Price: 5250
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triple
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Adult Price: 5470
single
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End Date: 2026-06-30
twin
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Adult Price: 5250
twinShare
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triple
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Adult Price: 5470
single
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End Date: 2026-07-04
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Adult Price: 5250
twinShare
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triple
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Adult Price: 5470
single
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5250
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End Date: 2026-07-13
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Adult Price: 5295
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triple
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Adult Price: 5515
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Adult Price: 5295
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triple
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Adult Price: 5295
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Adult Price: 5295
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Adult Price: 5295
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twin
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Adult Price: 5295
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single
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twin
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Adult Price: 5295
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Adult Price: 5515
single
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twin
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Adult Price: 5295
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triple
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Adult Price: 5515
single
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End Date: 2026-08-10
twin
Child Price: 4775
Adult Price: 5295
twinShare
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triple
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Adult Price: 5515
single
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Start Date: 2026-08-08
End Date: 2026-08-15
twin
Child Price: 4775
Adult Price: 5295
twinShare
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Adult Price: 5295
triple
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Adult Price: 5515
single
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End Date: 2026-08-17
twin
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Adult Price: 5295
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triple
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Adult Price: 5515
single
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End Date: 2026-08-22
twin
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Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
single
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End Date: 2026-08-24
twin
Child Price: 4730
Adult Price: 5250
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triple
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Adult Price: 5470
single
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twin
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Adult Price: 5250
twinShare
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triple
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Adult Price: 5470
single
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twin
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Adult Price: 5250
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triple
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Adult Price: 5470
single
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End Date: 2026-09-01
twin
Child Price: 4730
Adult Price: 5250
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Adult Price: 5470
single
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Adult Price: 5445
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twin
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