Britain & Ireland Highlights
16 Days
from $3,409
Tour Code: BIH
See why the beauty of Great Britain & Ireland have fascinated us for centuries - from quaint villages to the great city of London! This 16-Day tour is a great overview of the best of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.
From breathtaking scenic beauty to bustling, historic cities, you’re certain to find your heart’s delight on this 16-day tour; and after days of craggy coastlines, rolling hills and towering castles, you’re likely to find a frothy pint as well!
Enjoy an enchanting, scenic spree through Scotland, Ireland and Britain. From medieval Edinburgh to the modern metropolis of London, you’re sure to enjoy the cultural, historic and natural delights these three countries offer.
With enticing expeditions such as dining in the Ruthin Castles in the deep countryside of Wales, kissing the Blarney Stone, seeing the wonder of Stonehenge or the majesty of the Cliffs of Moher, you’re bound to delight in this memorable tour of Britain and Ireland Highlights!
Stay in our selection of European First Class accommodations and enjoy 20 meals including Welcome Reception with snacks, 14 Full Breakfasts, 1 Highlight Lunch, 3 Three-Course Dinners with tea or coffee, 1 Dine-Around Dinner and 1 Farewell Dinner with wine. To ensure a comfortable travel experience, our motorcoaches are equipped with large panoramic windows, reclining seats, air-conditioning and emergency restroom facilities.
Tour price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin bedded room. Single rooms are available at a supplement or you can choose to participate in our room share program.
Premium Highlight
Selected Departures Enjoy the Military TattooDay 3 - Military Tattoo |
Your Tour Price Includes
VIP Door-to-Door TransferTransfers you from your door step to select airports. Start your vacation in style with our outbound VIP Door-to-Door Town Car airport transfer service available on every tour from over 40 cities throughout the USA. Our service will collect your from you home and transfer you to your departure airport. We will arrange a pick-up time from your home that suits you, and your driver will meet you at your front door and assist with your bags before transporting you to the airport with ample time for check-in. |
Loud & ClearThis tour utilizes our personal audio system allowing you to roam and explore sites (within 60 feet) without missing any insight from your Tour Director or local guide. |
TransportationLuxury motorcoach with A/C, panoramic windows, reclining seats & emergency restroom. Airport arrival and departure transfers as noted in itinerary included with the purchase of combined air and land package. |
Travel DocumentsTravel wallet, travel planner & map. $100 Frequent Traveler Discount upon return for a future tour. |
Professional Tour DirectorYour tour will be conducted by the most experienced Tour Directors in the business and will be with you throughout the tour. |
First Class HotelsHotels are an expensive element of any tour and certainly one of the most important. For our tours we reserve European Standard First Class Hotels (or best available) and all hotel rooms feature a private bathroom. You’ll enjoy our selection of hotels such as Radisson, Hilton and Sheraton. |
Local Expert Guides: Edinburgh, Dublin and LondonLocal Expert Guides in Edinburgh, Dublin and London. |
20 MealsWelcome Reception with snacks, 14 Full Breakfasts, 1 Highlight Lunch, 3 Three-Course Dinners with tea or coffee, 1 Dine-Around Dinner and 1 Farewell Dinner with wine. |
Included Tour Highlights
Guided sightseeing of EdinburghGuided sightseeing includes Princes Street, the Royal Mile and a visit to imposing Edinburgh Castle – selected departures enjoy the Military Tattoo. |
Visit Blarney CastleBlarney Castle is the third castle to be erected on this site. The first in the tenth century was made of wood which was later replaced by a second structure of stone. This building was demolished for foundations and in 1446 the third castle was built by Dermot McCarthy, King of Munster. The lower walls are fifteen feet, built with an angle tower by the McCarthys of Muskerry. It was subsequently occupied at one time by Cormac McCarthy, King of Munster, who is said to have supplied four thousand men from Munster to supplement the forces of Robert the Bruce at the battle of Bannockburn in 1314. Legend has it that the later king gave half of the Stone of Scone to McCarthy in gratitude. This, now known as the Blarney Stone or Stone of Eloquence, was incorporated in the battlements where it can now be kissed. |
| Trossachs and Stirling Castle |
Visit Anne Hathaway’s CottageThe most romantic of all the Shakespearean properties, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage lies in the beautiful hamlet of Shottery, just outside Stratford-upon-Avon. The cottage can still be reached by the footpaths over the fields, as it was in Shakespeare’s time, when he came to court his future wife. Visit the home where Anne Hathaway spent her childhood and youth until at the age of eighteen when William Shakespeare and Anne were married in 1582. Today it is called a cottage, but in the sixteenth century it was a substantial farmhouse, known as Hewlands. The cottage was owned, and lived in by the Hathaway family and their descendants, until the late nineteenth century, when it was purchased by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. |
Highlight lunch in a Welsh castleVisit medieval Chester followed by a highlight of the tour as we enjoy lunch in a Welsh Castle. |
Visit the Georgian city of BathVisit the Roman Baths & Pump Room in the Georgian City of Bath. |
Guided sightseeing tour of DublinSt Patrick's Cathedral Guided sightseeing tour of Dublin includes views of O’Connell Street, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and visit to the Book of Kells at Trinity College. |
StonehengeStonehenge is a prehistoric monument of unique importance. Known throughout the world, these enigmatic stones have engendered a sense of reverence in the millions of people who visit them. |
Cliffs of MoherAdmire the 700-foot Cliffs of Moher and breathtaking Clare Coast. |
Guided sightseeing tour of LondonGuided sightseeing tour of London including views of Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, and the Changing of the Guard (when held). |
Ring of KerryTake in the spectacular scenery as you drive around the famous Ring of Kerry. |
Optional Excursions
Optional excursions can be purchased upon arrival.
The list below is a sampling of excursions that may be offered by your tour director.
Edinburgh – Edinburgh by Night & Dinnershort drive takes us down to South Queensferry on the river Forth where we see the monumental Forth Rail Bridge, the greatest engineering feat ever achieved in the British Isles, and a truly awe-inspiring sight in beautiful surroundings. We then enjoy dinner with a choice of dishes and a drink at a charming Scottish pub overlooking the river. A great introduction to Scotland on our first evening. (Note: During the Edinburgh Tattoo, dinner will be at a local restaurant in Edinburgh.) |
Dublin - Celtic Rising - The ShowCeltic Rising is a celebration of the best of Irish heritage and culture – a unique, fast-paced, fresh and contemporary show – a fusion of the traditional spirit and innovation that is modern Ireland. The show will take you on a toe-tapping, foot-stomping journey through traditional Irish music, song and dance. A four-course dinner with Irish coffee is included. |
Edinburgh – St. AndrewsA drive across the Forth Road Bridge leads us into the Kingdom of Fife. A pleasant drive past stately homes and scenic landscapes brings us to the ancient city of St. Andrews, renowned as the home of golf – but also famous for its magnificent town walls and cathedral. |
Killarney – Jaunting Car RideEnjoy a traditional horse and cart ride to the beautiful Bourne – Vincent National Park. Your ride will also include a tour of the streets of Killarney with some interesting commentary by your Irish Jaunting Car Driver! |
Edinburgh – Scottish Dinner & CabaretJoin us for a memorable evening of traditional singing, dancing and bagpipe playing. There is food, wine and a great atmosphere to enjoy. Join in with the singing, we’ll show you a Highland dance or two and there's a chance to sample Scotland’s national dish - haggis. It’s a grand night and a wonderful way to celebrate an evening in Edinburgh. |
Cotswolds - Village Pub DinnerWe drive out to one of the best preserved Cotswold villages in England. Literally not a stone has been changed since the eighteenth century, and many of the houses date to the middle ages. In fact our pub dates from 1381! This beautiful village with its mellow stone and tranquil atmosphere has been miraculously preserved through many centuries. After free time to explore the village we enjoy a selection of traditional English dishes and a drink. |
Dublin – Irish Countryside & GlendaloughAn afternoon drive through County Wicklow known as the garden of Ireland. We pass through the Wicklow Mountains to the picturesque setting of St. Kevin’s great 6th Century monastic site at Glendalough. We return to Dublin via the Great Sugar Loaf Mountain. |
London – City of LondonEnjoy an afternoon tour of London, including a guided tour of St. Paul’s Cathedral, a visit to the Tower of London & Crown Jewels and a Thames River Cruise. |
Dublin – Dinner & Irish CabaretOver an excellent dinner you’ll enjoy a non-stop show featuring comedy, dance, song, music and fine food. Ireland’s musical history unfolds in a cabaret that will delight you long after the night has ended. The cast will have you tapping your toes and joining in the fun, and it’s all wrapped up in the spirit of Irish humor. We will even serve you an Irish coffee at the end of dinner to cap off one of Ireland’s best nights out. |



































