• First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private
facilities
• All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local
taxes included.
• Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
and a washroom onboard
• The services of one of Trafalgar's top Tour Directors.
• A qualified local city
guide in Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin
• Ferry across the Irish Sea from
Scotland to Northern Ireland and Ireland to South Wales
• A stylish wallet, travel documents and
Welcome on Tour book with map.
• The services of a Trafalgar Representative if
you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel.
• Pick-up and drop-off at the Trafalgar London Reception Centre or the Park Plaza County Hall Hotel.
• Use of Trafalgar's new London Reception Centre with Hospitality Desk, free Internet and a range of services and facilities
• Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
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DAY
1: LONDON – STRATFORD – YORK – HARROGATE
A scenic drive through beautiful countryside brings you to Stratford-upon-Avon. Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitors Centre and see Anne Hathaway's cottage. Later, in the Viking town of York, enjoy a walk through historic streets including the cobbled Shambles, the ancient city walls and the magnificent York Minster. This evening, get to know your companions and your Travel Director at a Welcome Pub Reception, which includes a typical British pub meal and drinks. (WR) Hotel: Holiday Inn (F)
DAY
2: HARROGATE – LAKE DISTRICT – GLASGOW (2)
From quaint villages around the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the scenic glory of the Lake District, your journey north is impressive. Further on across the border in bonnie Scotland, journey through the Southern Uplands en route to Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city and former centre of the shipbuilding industry. See George Square, the Cathedral and the River Clyde during your orientation of this splendid city. (FB) Hotel: Radisson Blu/Marks Hotel (SF) (2 nights)
DAY
3: EDINBURGH EXCURSION
This morning drive to Edinburgh where your expert Local Guide takes you on a tour of the most important sights. See Princes Street and the Royal Mile, and view Holyrood House and the new Scottish Parliament. A fascinating guided visit of Edinburgh Castle completes the morning. Enjoy some free time before arriving at the Trossachs National Park for a traditional Be My Guest Scottish dining experience. (FB BG)
DAY
4: GLASGOW – BELFAST – DUBLIN (2)
An early start today as you drive along the rugged Ayrshire coast with its many
seals and wild birds. Continue past the Isle of Ailsa Craig, known as the stepping
stone from Ireland to Scotland. Pass Turnberry and its exquisite golf course. Finally
in Stranraer you board the ferry to Belfast in Northern Ireland. On arrival in Belfast a
sightseeing tour with a local expert guide shows you both sides of this fascinating
city including the City Hall and Queen's University, as well as the dock where
the Titanic was built. Then travel south, crossing the River Boyne at Drogheda to
Dublin. (FB) Hotel: Mespil (F) (2 nights)
DAY
5: DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING AND AT LEISURE
Your morning sightseeing tour in this 'fair city' with a local expert shows you Trinity
College, the Bank of Ireland, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Phoenix Park and the Georgian
Squares. The rest of your day is at leisure. You may wish to shop for Irish tweeds
and linen in O'Connell or Henry Streets or perhaps take a trip to Glendalough. This
evening consider joining in the excitement at an Irish cabaret. (FB)
DAY
6: DUBLIN – KILDARE - KILKENNY– WATERFORD
Today after a good Irish breakfast your first stop will be at the Irish National Stud
located outside the town of Kildare. Here enjoy a guided walking tour through the tranquillity of the grounds and gardens. See world-class stallions and have time
to visit the glorious Japanese Garden. Then travel on Irish country roads through
the 'Boreens' to medieval Kilkenny where you see the ancient Castle. Later drive to
Waterford Crystal where you have an included factory tour and showroom visit.
You will get to see the beautiful displays of crystal glass before continuing on to your
hotel for an overnight stay. (FB) Hotel: Waterford Marina (F)
DAY
7: WATERFORD – CARDIFF
An early start this morning as you travel to Rosslare Harbour where you board your
ferry to Pembroke in South Wales, seat of the Tudor dynasty. Drive along the heritage
coast and continue on to the Welsh capital, Cardiff. Here stop to view its historic
Castle and see the Millennium Stadium Cardiff Arms Park. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell
Dinner with your Tour Director and new-found friends. (FB FD) Hotel: Park Inn City Centre (SF)
DAY
8: CARDIFF – BATH – STONEHENGE – LONDON
Cross the Severn Bridge into England and the glorious city of Bath. See the splendid Georgian architecture during your orientation. Enjoy an included visit to Baths dating from Roman times, from which the city derives its name. In Wiltshire, visit the mysterious monolithic stone circle at Stonehenge. Later, return to London where your holiday in Britain and Ireland comes to an end. (FB)
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