Britain Sampler prices from $1099
9 Days: Our most popular Britain vacation offers you the best of this great land. Guided sightseeing shows you all the famous landmarks in London: Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard, if held. Head southwest to admire the breathtaking gardens at Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace, then venture on to prehistoric Stonehenge, the Roman excavations of Bath, the Cotswolds village of Stow, Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, and picturesque Llangollen in North Wales. Travel north through the Lake District, pausing in Wordsworth’s Grasmere and Gretna Green before arriving in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital. Admire the Crown Jewels at Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotsford House. In medieval York, enjoy a walking tour that features York Minster and the narrow Shambles. Return to London by way of the market town of Stamford and the university city of Cambridge
Essential Britain prices from $2029
12 Days: This vacation offers a panoramic exploration of England, Wales, and Scotland. Begin with an overnight and free time in London, then head west to prehistoric Stonehenge, picturesque Salisbury, and Widecombe-in-the-Moor in Dartmoor National Park. Spend two nights in Plymouth, with an excursion to Land’s End and the seaside resort of St. Ives. North to Glastonbury of King Arthur fame and stop to see the amazing Roman excavations in Bath. Cross into Wales, with a drive through Brecon Beacons National Park and overnights in Newport and the walled city of Chester. Explore England’s scenic Lake District and Wadsworth’s Grasmere before crossing into Scotland for a stop in Gretna Green. Spend the night in Glasgow, then skirt the banks of Loch Lomond on your way to the Isle of Skye. After a stop in the Highland capital of Inverness, head south through Culloden Moor, Braemar, and St. Andrews. A 2-night stay in Edinburgh includes guided sightseeing and visits to Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. Back in England, visit the Duchess of Northumberland’s lavish Alnwick Garden, a section of Hadrian’s Wall, and medieval York. Pass along Robin Hood’s Sherwood Forest on the way to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon. Return to London for an overnight and the completion of your magnificent vacation.
The Best of Southern England prices from $1149
7 Days: See the places you’ve always read about on this exciting journey through southern England. Begin in London with guided sightseeing that shows off the city’s most famous landmarks: Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard, if held. Head southwest and stop to admire the breathtaking gardens at Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace, then drive through Runnymede, site of the signing of the Magna Carta, explore the university city of Oxford, and pause in Bladon at the gravesite of Winston Churchill. Spend the night in Stratford-upon-Avon and visit Shakespeare’s birthplace and Anne Hathaway’s cottage. Continue west through the scenic Cotswolds, stopping at the Elizabethan village of Broadway and at 12th-century Tintern Abbey in southeastern Wales. See the amazing Roman excavations in Bath, contemplate mysterious Stonehenge, and cross the Salisbury Plain on your way to the seaside resort of Brighton. Tour the Royal Pavilion and visit moated Leeds Castle before returning to London for the completion of your vacation.
Essential Britain & Ireland prices from $1599
This comprehensive vacation introduces you to all five countries that make up the British Isles. Start with an overnight in London, then head west to prehistoric Stonehenge, picturesque Salisbury, and the extraordinary Roman excavations in Bath. Next, spend a night in Newport, Wales, and travel via Cardiff to Pembroke for a ferry crossing to Ireland. Join your Local Guide for a walking tour of Waterford, admire the stallions at the Irish National Stud in Kildare, and relax with two overnights and an orientation drive in Dublin featuring O’Connell Street, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College with its Book of Kells. Cross into Northern Ireland, pass the Mountains of Mourne, and stop in vibrant Belfast before boarding a ferry bound for Scotland. In the capital city of Edinburgh, guided sightseeing includes a castle visit to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Also visit the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe’s magnificent Floors Castle and see the abbey ruins at Jedburgh. Return to England, where you view a section of Hadrian’s Wall (dating back to the 2nd century) and stop in medieval York to marvel at gothic York Minster. Skirt Robin Hood’s Sherwood Forest on the way to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, then return to London for an overnight and the conclusion of your journey.
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Discover the best of England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland on this getaway that features five 2-night stays. Your journey begins in England with visits of London, Oxford, Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, and medieval York. Heading north, it’s on to the Scottish Lowlands and Highlands for visits of Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Braemar, Inverness, Glasgow, Gretna Green, and a cruise on Loch Lomond. Return to England to take in the serene Lake District before passing through Snowdonia National Park in Wales en route to Ireland. The “Fair City” of Dublin, the Irish National Stud at Kildare, the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Blarney, and Waterford are just some of the Irish highlights. Ferry across St. George’s Channel and drive to Bath to see the amazing Roman excavations. Enjoy two nights in the seaside resort of Torquay, including an excursion to Cornwall and to see the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth. Return to London via prehistoric Stonehenge and Salisbury
From London to the Highlands of Scotland prices from $1749
This vacation is ideal for repeat visitors to the United Kingdom. Begin with two overnights and guided sightseeing in London that shows you all the famous landmarks: Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard, if held. Head north to the market town of Stamford and pass by Robin Hood’s Sherwood Forest on your way to medieval York. Visit the Duchess of Northumberland’s lavish Alnwick Garden, then cross into Scotland to take in the beauty of the Lowlands, Edinburgh and its castle, a whisky distillery, and the Highland capital of Inverness. Follow the shores of legendary Loch Ness on your way to the Isle of Skye. Return to the mainland and the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond. A highlight visit to Mount Stuart House on the Isle of Bute and two overnights in Glasgow complete this amazing Scottish experience