The Grand Tour of Britain - 12 Days

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Discover the must see icons of England, Scotland and Wales - woven with undiscovered secrets that will amaze you - plus free time to relax along the way. Guaranteed departure based on 2 guests booked.

Our Top Experiences and Tours in Edinburgh:

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Highlights

Steam train ride from Haverthwaite to Lakeside
Private tour of Halen Mon sea salt distillery & tasting
Cruise on Lake Windermere
Private tour of the National Piping Centre, Glasgow
Private tour of a Scottish whisky distillery with tasting

Description

Day 1: London Arrival ▪ Check into your 4 star hotel at leisure on your first day. Enjoy the world famous stores of Oxford Street & Regent Street located right on your doorstep. Early evening: An optional opportunity to meet your friendly representative in the lobby for a chance to ask any questions you may have about your upcoming adventure! Day 2: London ▪ Step inside London’s most infamous fortress at the Tower of London ▪ Unwind on a serene River Thames cruise ▪ View the capital from 135 metres high on The London Eye Day 3: London - Stonehenge - Bath ▪ Unearth the iconic and mysterious site of Stonehenge ▪ Experience the Georgian architecture of beautiful Bath Day 4: Bath - Ludlow - Chester - Conwy ▪ Enjoy the charming market town of Ludlow. ▪ Visit Chester, known for its most complete Roman walls, amphitheatre, clock tower and vast array of half-timbered buildings, dating from the 15th century. ▪ Indulge in a 3-course Welsh dinner with stunning views of Conwy Day 5: Conwy - Caernarfon - Snowdonia - Liverpool ▪ Uncover a beautiful sea salt refinery in Wales ▪ Relax in the fresh air of dramatic Snowdonia Day 6: Liverpool - Full Day ▪ Enjoy full day in the music capital of the world & birthplace of the most successful band of all time, The Beatles. Relax on a panoramic tour and see the beautiful Liverbirds clock towers, Albert Dock and get an all important photo with The Beatles iconic statue. ▪ Discover Strawberry Field – the magical garden escape of John Lennon with 2-course lunch Day 7: Liverpool - The Lake District - Gretna Green - Glasgow ▪ Step back in time on a steam train ride through the Lake District ▪ Take a breath-taking cruise across Lake Windermere Day 8: Glasgow - Loch Lomond - Trossachs -- Edinburgh ▪ Learn how to play the Bagpipes in Glasgow’s most famous school ▪ Private tour of a Scottish whisky distillery with tasting Day 9: Edinburgh - Full Day ▪ Enjoy the best of Edinburgh. Take a walking tour through the Royal Mile. ▪ See Scotland’s Crown Jewels at Edinburgh Castle Day 10: Edinburgh - Alnwick Castle - York ▪ Walk in the footsteps of film stars at Alnwick Castle ▪ Marvel at a real-life ‘Diagon Alley’ in York ▪ Enjoy a 3-course dinner in one of York’s historic inns Day 11: York - Sherwood Forest - Cambridge - London ▪ Exploring Sherwood Forest, the home of legendary outlaw, Robin Hood, and see some incredible giant oak trees including the Major Oak. ▪ Explore the English University town of Cambridge Day 12: London ▪ Your tour concludes after a delicious breakfast. We bid you a fond farewell and hope you will return to us on your next trip to the UK.

Includes

Travel on a luxury motorcoach with WC on board 11 nights’ accommodation 11 x Full English Breakfast 1 x 2 course Liverpudlian Lunch at Strawberry Field 1 x 3 course traditional Welsh Dinner in Conwy 1 x 3 course English Dinner in York Services of an expert Tour Director Panoramic tour of London Entry to The Tower of London One way River cruise from Tower to Westminster pier A Standard Ticket for the London Eye Entry to Stonehenge Walking tour of Bath or time to explore Private tour of Halen Mon sea salt distillery & tasting Entry to Caernarfon Castle, Wales Panoramic tour of Liverpool Entry to Strawberry Field Steam train ride from Haverthwaite to Lakeside Cruise on Lake Windermere Private tour of the National Piping Centre, Glasgow Private tour of a Scottish whisky distillery with tasting Walking tour of Edinburgh Entry to Edinburgh Castle, Scotland Entry to Alnwick Castle Walking tour of York Walking tour of Cambridge

Important Information

Rate based on per person for sharing a Double/Twin (maximum 2 adults). For a single occupancy rate, please contact the operator for details.
Solo travelers need to book a Single Occupancy Room. Please contact the operator for a single supplement.
Infants of 0-2 years can travel for free on the basis they will not occupy a seat. Any expenses incurred by the hotels must be settled directly by the guest(s) at each hotel). Children of 3-12 years will occupy a seat and pay the full tour price less 10%. The 10% discount is valid when sharing with 2 Adults in the same room.
We guarantee all departures with a minimum of 2 participants
You must notify us at the time of reservation if you are travelling with a wheelchair. Certain activities or venues may be limited or inaccessible to you if your mobility is limited in any manner. The guest is responsible for assessing if the itinerary is suitable for all participants on the reservation.