Best of the United Kingdom and Dublin

Best of the United Kingdom and Dublin

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$2152

Best of the United Kingdom and Dublin

9 Days Starting in London, United Kingdom and ending in Liverpool, United Kingdom

Visiting: London, Edinburgh, Inverness, Glasgow, Belfast, Dublin, Liverpool

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 35

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18-99

Special diets catered:

Please Advise Request

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

UK tours by Coach

From: $2152

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

ABOUT THIS TOUR



On this unique journey through the most ancient and remarkable cities in Britain. Explore London, the famous capital remains one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities, and diversity infuses daily life, food, music, and fashion. Visit the citys landmarks, such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and Big Ben. Continue to Durham, and en route stop in Cambridge, known for the worlds most famous universities. Then head to York, one of the oldest cities in England. Continue your journey by crossing into Scotland. Discover the major highlights of Scotland. The tour will start in Scotlands Capital city, Edinburgh, where you will enjoy a guided tour of the historical city. Admire the Edinburgh Castle. Travel through the highland, stop in the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry, and admire its Scottish Baronial architecture. Continue your journey to spend the night in the Highland capital of Inverness and prepare for a day of glorious Scottish scenery on your drive along the shores of Loch Ness. We proceed to Glasgow and explore the eclectic streets of Glasgow. We then head to Dublin via Belfast. We explore the iconic sights of Dublin. We will continue to Stratford, the hometown of Shakespeare, and finally arrive in London, where your tour ends.

Highlights

  • Discover famous landmarks like Buckingham Palace, St Pauls Cathedral, and The London Bridge

  • Step back in time as you visit the magnificent castle and cathedral in Durham, a medieval city

  • Bask in the beauty of Edinburgh Castle - a historic fortress dotting the skyline of Edinburgh

  • Admire the views at Loch Lomond, one of Scotlands largest and mesmerizing Lochs in Glasgow

  • Spend time exploring Trinity College; the gem of Ireland and one of Dublin's finest landmarks

Itinerary

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Day 1: London Arrival (-/-/-)

Location: London

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: IBIS LONDON EARLS COURT

Welcome to London! On arrival at the airport, we will be waiting to transfer you to the hotel. Later in the day, your guide will give an overview of the tour or you can check the information panels in the hotel reception area.


Overnight in London

Day 2: London (B/-/-)

Location: London

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: IBIS LONDON EARLS COURT

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today after breakfast, get to know London on a guided tour featuring style, culture, and history. See Westminster, the Houses of Parliament, the River Thames, the Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace, where we shall be able to watch the famous “Changing of the Guard” (depending on the season). Free afternoon. In the evening, we will meet at a meeting point in Piccadilly to walk to Leicester Square, China Town and Soho with its amazing atmosphere, its theatres and bustle. Time for dinner in this area with numerous ethnic restaurants (Indian, Thai, Chinese, international, and so on). Return to the hotel from Piccadilly.




Overnight in London

Day 3: London - Cambridge - York - Durham (B/-/-)

Location: London

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: RADISSON BLU DURHAM

Meals Included: Breakfast

In the morning, after breakfast, we start the day leaving London towards northern England. Our first stop is Cambridge to admire its beautiful residential colleges. After lunch, we will continue to York where its cathedral, Roman walls and lively shopping streets will create a charming memory, some free time to stroll around. Afterwards, we will continue north to Duram. Explore this charming medieval town full of life which has a wonderful cathedral right in front of the castle.


Overnight in Durham

Day 4: Durham - Alnwick - Edinburgh (B/-/-)

Location: Edinburgh

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: MERCURE HAYMARKET

Meals Included: Breakfast

Once breakfast is done, today we will travel to Scotland, stopping in Alnwick, a picturesque town with lovely gardens and a large medieval castle which was used in the Harry Potter films. We will continue to Edinburgh, arriving at noon. This is Scotlands capital city and one of the most active cities in Northern Europe. Its monumental center has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its castle overlooks the citys steep streets and parks. We will enjoy a sightseeing tour with a local guide.


Overnight in Edinburgh

Day 5: Edinburgh – Pitlochry – Inverness – Loch Ness - Glasgow (B/-/-)

Location: Edinburgh, Inverness, Glasgow

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: MOXY GLASGOW MERCHANT CITY

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast, We continue to enjoy the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands with a coffee and stroll in Pitlochry, a charming little village. We will continue and pass by Inverness in the north of Scotland, a city located very near the mysterious Loch Ness. After lunch, we visit (entrance included) the Urquhart medieval castle, and from here we will take a boat trip on the dark waters of the lake. Afterward, we will pass through  Fort August with its sluice gate system, and Fort William, the tourist center at the foot of Ben Nevis (the highest summit in the United Kingdom). We will return south through the high plateaus where it is possible to glimpse the snow before visiting Loch Lomond, one of the most popular lakes in Scotland. We arrived in Glasgow at the end of the day. A short stroll around the city center and accommodation.


Overnight in Glasgow.

Day 6: Glasgow - Belfast - Dublin (B/-/-)

Location: Glasgow, Belfast, Dublin

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: CLAYTON HOTEL BURLINGTON ROAD

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today after breakfast, we will leave Glasgow heading towards southern Scotland. We will board a ferry in Cairnryan. Our journey takes us towards Northern Ireland, arriving in Belfast, Northern Irelands capital city. This monumental city is overcoming its religious conflicts. We will resume our journey to Eire in Ireland. The last stop will be Dublin, arriving at the end of the day.




Overnight in Dublin

Day 7: Dublin (B/-/-)

Location: Dublin

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: CLAYTON HOTEL BURLINGTON ROAD

Meals Included: Breakfast

Post breakfast, we start the day with a sightseeing tour of Dublin, Irelands peaceful capital city. We will enjoy a stroll on the banks of River Liffey, visiting its parks, old university and its lively downtown streets. We will stroll around Trinity College (depending on the duration of sunlight, this visit may take place the afternoon before, upon arrival in Dublin). I have free time during the afternoon.




Overnight in Dublin

Day 8: Dublin - Caernarfon - Liverpool (B/-/-)

Location: Liverpool

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: HOTEL THE PARK ROYAL

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast this morning, we will board a ferry in the early morning. After a journey of three hours, we will arrive in Wales. We will visit Caernarfon, a World Heritage site by the sea overlooked by an impressive castle. There will be time for lunch and a stroll. We continue to Liverpool, where we will take a short bus ride through the city, a World Heritage Site and the second part of the United Kingdom and you will have a chance to visit The Beatles Story Exhibition.




Overnight in Liverpool

Day 9: Liverpool - Stratford - Oxford - London (B/-/-)

Location: London

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, today we explored central England. We will visit Stratford Upon Avon, Shakespeares hometown. Free time to have lunch and a stroll. Afterward, we will travel to Oxford, a town that is synonymous with study and culture. Kings, statesmen, philosophers, and scientists have studied here! We will continue to London, arriving in the late afternoon.




Overnight in London

What's Included

  • 09 Nights accommodation on twin-sharing basis at Superior listed hotels or similar

  • Daily breakfast

  • Arrival airport transfer

  • Transportation in a modern A/C motor coach

  • All Tours and sightseeing as per the itinerary

  • Service of Bilingual/English-speaking local tour guide

  • Boat ride on Loch Ness

  • Entrance included in Urquhart Castle

  • City tours of London, Edinburgh, and Dublin

  • Ferry transfers from Scotland to Ireland and Ireland to Wales

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What's Not Included

  • Items of a personal nature, tips, and gratuities

  • Departure airport transfer

  • Visa fees if applicable

  • Items not mentioned as being included

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  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides 09 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at superior listed hotels or similar.

  • Is breakfast included in the tour package?

    Yes, daily breakfast is included in the tour package.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour?

    Arrival airport transfer is included in the tour, but departure airport transfer is not included.

  • What type of transportation is used during the tour?

    Transportation is provided in a modern air-conditioned motor coach.

  • Are there any guided tours included in the itinerary?

    Yes, the tour includes city tours of London, Edinburgh, and Dublin with the service of a bilingual/English-speaking local tour guide.

  • Will there be any boat rides during the tour?

    Yes, there is a boat ride on Loch Ness included in the tour.

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included?

    Yes, entrance fees to Urquhart Castle are included in the tour.

  • Are ferry transfers included in the tour?

    Yes, ferry transfers from Scotland to Ireland and Ireland to Wales are included.

  • What is not included in the tour package?

    Items of a personal nature, tips, gratuities, departure airport transfer, visa fees if applicable, and items not mentioned as being included are not part of the tour package.

  • What activities are planned for the first day in London?

    On the first day in London, you will be transferred from the airport to the hotel. Later, your guide will give an overview of the tour, or you can check the information panels in the hotel reception area.

  • What can I expect during the visit to Edinburgh?

    In Edinburgh, you will enjoy a sightseeing tour with a local guide, exploring the city's monumental center, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tour includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle.

  • What will we do in Dublin?

    In Dublin, you will have a sightseeing tour of the city, including a stroll on the banks of River Liffey, visiting its parks, old university, and lively downtown streets. You will also visit Trinity College.

  • Will there be any free time during the tour?

    Yes, there will be free time during the afternoons in various locations, such as London and Dublin, to explore on your own.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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