Ireland, Scotland & England
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Over the course of thousands of years on the British Isles, kingdoms have come and gone, borders have been erased and redrawn, while millions of everyday folk have lived out their lives in the shifting tides of history. This whirlwind tour over land and sea begins in Ireland, whose rolling glens and beautiful lakes are the stuff of song, story, and spirited poetry. By ferry, you'll cross the Irish Sea into Holyhead, to marvel at Conwy Castle's mighty turrets in Wales, then journey north to walk the winding, magical streets of Edinburgh, capital of Scotland. Finally, the beating, bustling heart of the Commonwealth awaits in London, where museums, famous locales, and centuries-old landmarks tell the story of one of the most influential Empires in history. Discover four of the most storied countries in the world, all in one spellbinding program.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Ireland
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Day 2: Dublin | Kilkenny
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTravel to the Kilkenny region
Explore Glendalough, "The valley of the two lakes"
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Day 3: Cobh | Waterford | Kilkenny
The Titanic Experience, Cobh
Visit the Waterford Medieval Museum
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Day 4: Kilkenny | Dublin
Travel to Dublin
Visit St. Patrick’s CathedralTake a guided tour of Dublin
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Georgian squares
- O’Connell Street
- St. Stephen’s Green
- Phoenix Park
Visit EPIC, the interactive museum of Irish Emigration
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Day 5: Dublin | Holyhead | Cheshire region
Take a ferry from Dublin to HolyheadTravel to the Cheshire region
Visit Conwy Castle
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Day 6: Cheshire Region | Lake District | Edinburgh
Travel to Edinburgh via the Lake District
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Day 7: Edinburgh
Take a guided tour of EdinburghVisit Edinburgh CastleTake a walking tour of Edinburgh -
Day 8: Edinburgh | London
Travel by train to LondonTake a walking tour of London
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Covent Garden
- National Gallery
- Leicester Square
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Day 9: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Add this in-depth excursion:
Windsor Castle
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armour. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
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Day 10: London
Visit the British Museum
Add this in-depth excursion:
London Eye
Soar into the sky aboard the London Eye, a 40-story, 32-capsule observation wheel that offers spectacular views of the city. Also enjoy the 4D Experience, a 3D film complete with in-theater special effects like wind, snow and mist. -
Day 11: Depart for Home
Add 3 more days
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Day 11: London | Bath Region
Transfer to the Bath Region via Stonehenge and Salisbury
Guided visit of Stonehenge
Visit Salisbury Cathedral -
Day 12: Bath Region
Take a guided tour of Bath
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Georgian squares
- Roman baths
Visit the Roman BathsVisit Glastonbury Abbey -
Day 13: Bath Region | Oxford | London
Travel via Oxford to London
Take a tour of OxfordVisit New College -
Day 14: Depart for Home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Ireland
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Day 2: Dublin | Kilkenny
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTravel to the Kilkenny region
Explore Glendalough, "The valley of the two lakes"
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Day 3: Cobh | Waterford | Kilkenny
The Titanic Experience, Cobh
Visit the Waterford Medieval Museum
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Day 4: Kilkenny | Dublin
Travel to Dublin
Visit St. Patrick’s CathedralTake a guided tour of Dublin
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Georgian squares
- O’Connell Street
- St. Stephen’s Green
- Phoenix Park
Visit EPIC, the interactive museum of Irish Emigration
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Day 5: Dublin | Holyhead | Cheshire region
Take a ferry from Dublin to HolyheadTravel to the Cheshire region
Visit Conwy Castle
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Day 6: Cheshire Region | Lake District | Edinburgh
Travel to Edinburgh via the Lake District
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Day 7: Edinburgh
Take a guided tour of EdinburghVisit Edinburgh CastleTake a walking tour of Edinburgh -
Day 8: Edinburgh | London
Travel by train to LondonTake a walking tour of London
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Covent Garden
- National Gallery
- Leicester Square
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Day 9: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Add this in-depth excursion:
Windsor Castle
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armour. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
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Day 10: London
Visit the British Museum
Add this in-depth excursion:
London Eye
Soar into the sky aboard the London Eye, a 40-story, 32-capsule observation wheel that offers spectacular views of the city. Also enjoy the 4D Experience, a 3D film complete with in-theater special effects like wind, snow and mist. -
Day 11: Depart for Home
Add 3 more days
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Day 11: London | Bath Region
Transfer to the Bath Region via Stonehenge and Salisbury
Guided visit of Stonehenge
Visit Salisbury Cathedral -
Day 12: Bath Region
Take a guided tour of Bath
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Georgian squares
- Roman baths
Visit the Roman BathsVisit Glastonbury Abbey -
Day 13: Bath Region | Oxford | London
Travel via Oxford to London
Take a tour of OxfordVisit New College -
Day 14: Depart for Home
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Everything you get
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Airfare & transportation
Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavours to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Entrances
Bog Museum; Blarney Castle; Book of Kells/Trinity College Library; St.Patrick’s Cathedral; Welsh Castle; Rydal Mount; Edinburgh Castle; With extension: Brasenose College; Roman Baths; Glastonbury Abbey; Stonehenge; Salisbury Cathedral
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.
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Program price valid for today. Program price is based on EF’s free place ratio of 8:1 and includes all airline/travel provider surcharges, departure taxes and airport fees. Please call 1-800-387-1460 for more information.
Discount applicable to travelers who enroll Monday, April 1, 2024 through Tuesday, April 30, 2024. This discount cannot be used or combined with any other offer.
