Day 1: Welcome to London
The cosmopolitan capital that is London is yours to explore today - the perfect launch pad to discover what's great about Great Britain. Spend the day relaxing in the Royal Parks, amble along the Thames or visit one of the many museums showcasing the art, culture and antiquities of what was once the British Empire.
Day 2: Explore the Sights of London
Join a Local Specialist today for a memorable encounter with London's most iconic sights. See Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey where Britain's kings and queens have been crowned for centuries. Spend the rest of the day exploring London on your terms - shop for the best of British on Carnaby Street, admire the bright lights of Piccadilly Circus or visit 'The City' with Christopher Wren's great St. Paul's Cathedral.
Day 3: Journey to Stratford-upon-Avon and York
The 'Bard of Avon' and his legacy take center stage as you travel to Stratford-upon-Avon to view Anne Hathaway's picturesque thatched cottage and visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitor Center before heading to York, where you'll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and get to know your Travel Director and travel companions.
Day 4: Onwards to Edinburgh
Venture north to the medieval market town of Alnwick with its impressive castle and Tenantry Column, upon which the Percy Lion sits imposingly overlooking the town 's beautiful gardens. Enjoy a scenic drive north to the enchanting capital of Edinburgh.
Day 5: Explore Elegant Edinburgh
Join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour to see the quaint Royal Mile, Palace of Holyroodhouse and new Scottish Parliament building. Enjoy free time before a visit to Edinburgh Castle, overlooking the town from Castle Rock. Tickets to The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that align with performance dates.
Day 6: Venture to the Scottish Highlands
Continue north to the historic town of St. Andrews, home to the oldest golf course in the world. View the famous 18th?green which the golfing greats have clamoured to play on for centuries, before heading to picturesque Pitlochry and our overnight stop in the Scottish Highlands.
Day 7: Culloden, Loch Ness and on to the Isle of Skye
View the site of the bloody Battle of Culloden, where Bonnie Prince Charlie and his army of Jacobites were defeated in 1746. Then meander through the scenic Scottish Highlands along the banks of Loch Ness in search of Nessie. You 'll view the 13th-century Eilean Donan Castle where three lochs meet before traveling to the Isle of Skye where you dine in your hotel tonight.
Day 8: Journey to Glasgow
Journey past the site of the tragic 1692 massacre at Glencoe, known as the 'Glen of Weeping' before heading to the Scottish cultural capital, Glasgow, where your orientation tour includes views of the Cathedral and the magnificent George Square, lined with statues of Great Britain's most celebrated sons.
Day 9: Continue to the Beautiful Lake District Dive Into Culture
Visit Falkirk Wheel where you'll Dive Into Culture learning about the legacy of Scotland's canals and experience the world's only rotating boat lift. The runaway wedding capital of Gretna Green is your next stop today. See where eloping couples would make their vows over the Marriage Anvil before crossing the border and arriving in Grasmere, where famous Romantic poet William Wordsworth wrote his famous 'Daffodils' poem. See Lake Windermere, England's largest lake, before arriving at your hotel.
Day 10: Off to Lively Liverpool
Travel to the bold British city of Liverpool, hometown of the 'Fab Four'. Saunter through its edgy Scouse streets during your evening at leisure.
Day 11: Ferry Across to Dublin
Travel to the ancient town of Chester where your orientation tour will take you past its Roman walls and famous Tudor 'Rows'. Continue along the scenic North Wales Coast to the island of Anglesey en route to Holyhead. Cross the Irish Sea to Dublin, the charismatic Irish capital.
Day 12: See the Sights of Dublin Dive Into Culture
Beat the crowds and gain entry to the Guinness Storehouse before general admission. Here you'll Dive Into Culture and embark on a tour and tasting technique demonstration. Later, join a Local Specialist to see St. Patrick's Cathedral and other iconic sights. The rest of the day is yours to explore the Irish capital. Amble along Grafton Street with its colorful performers, head to Temple Bar or stroll through Phoenix Park, Dublin's playground.
Day 13: On the Road to Belfast
This morning, cross the border to Northern Ireland. Meet your Local Specialist 'Cabbie' who will take you on a journey through the recent history of Belfast in their taxi. Spend the rest of the day at leisure perhaps exploring the Titanic Quarter to learn more about this ill-fated ship.
Day 14: Explore the Giant 's Causeway, Londonderry and County Donegal Make Travel Matter
This morning, visit Giant's Causeway, an area of about 40,000 interlocking ballast columns, a UNESCO World Heritage site in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and one of the most iconic natural wonders in the United Kingdom. In Londonderry, walk along the 17th-century walls with your Local Specialist and see the streets and murals of the Bogside. Known as the People's Gallery, the murals depict the history of the 'troubles'. Later view the Donegal castle that was once the stronghold of the O'Donnell clan before continuing to your hotel where you will enjoy a dinner tonight.
Day 15: Venture to Galway
This morning, stop in Galway to see the stone Cathedral that was built on the site of an old prison, and stroll around Eyre Square with its tribute to John F. Kennedy.
Day 16: Off to the Majestic Cliffs of Moher, Limerick and Killarney Make Travel Matter
Visit the dramatic Cliffs of Moher along the Wild Atlantic Way, where you 'll enjoy an experience you 'll never forget. Your visit helps preserve the untouched beauty of this UNESCO-listed natural treasure, and you 'll feel as though you 've been swept back to an ancient time, free from the distractions of the modern world. Step inside the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center and be enchanted as the extraordinary natural phenomena of this rare and stunning place come to life in an interactive way you wouldn 't ordinarily experience. Get a bird 's-eye view of the cliffs, soar above and around them, spot quirky colonies of Atlantic puffins nesting in its nooks and crannies, and explore beneath the pounding Atlantic waves to see the layers of rock formed over 300 million years. Then, continue to Limerick to view St. Mary 's Cathedral, the Treaty Stone and King John 's Castle, with the tallest spire in Ireland. Your drive carries on through picturesque Adare, one of Ireland 's prettiest villages, before arriving in Killarney, your home for the next two nights.
Day 17: A Day on the Ring of Kerry
Today, you'll stop in Killarney on your way to the enchanting Ring of Kerry where Ireland's enduring natural beauty is your welcome companion as you circle past the fishing village of Waterville, Black Valley and Moll's Gap.
Day 18: Onwards to Blarney and Waterford Dive Into Culture
In pursuit of the 'gift of the gab', kiss the Blarney Stone, before continuing to the House of Waterford Crystal where you will enjoy a fascinating Dive Into Culture demonstration with a master crafter.
Day 19: Cross the Irish Sea to Cardiff
Cross the Irish Sea to Wales and continue your journey through beautiful countryside to arrive in its capital. Explore Cardiff 's iconic sights - the Principality Stadium, Millennium Center and Victorian fantasy Cardiff Castle at its heart.
Day 20: Soak up Bath and on to Plymouth Connect with Locals
Arriving in Bath, admire the city 's elegant Georgian façades and ancient Roman Baths from which it derives its name. This afternoon head to Somerset for a Be My Guest experience with Ian & Ann Dyer on their modern-day dairy farm. Later continue to Plymouth, your home for the next two nights.
Day 21: Discover the Cornish Peninsula
Embark on an orientation tour and see the Royal Citadel and Mayflower Steps, where brave pilgrims embarked on their epic voyage to the New World centuries ago. Explore the Cornish peninsula and visit the seaside villages of Looe and Polperro.
Day 22: Journey to Stonehenge and Return to London
The mystical ancient megaliths at Stonehenge are your first stop. Ponder their myths that remain largely unsolved before traveling to London.
Day 23: Farewell London
Say goodbye to your fellow travelers as you leave London and return home with special memories.
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