Britain and Ireland Delight - Preview 2017

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Get a closer look at the long standing castles, churches and old-fashioned towns of England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland and Wales. See Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, Roman spas in Bath and the highly photogenic cities of Dublin, Edinburgh and York.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • Stratford-upon-Avon :- Visit the town of Shakespeare's birth
    • York :- View York Minster and stroll along the Shambles. See the city walls
    • Glasgow :- View Glasgow Cathedral and George Square on your orientation tour
    • Edinburgh :- Sightseeing with your Local Specialist includes the famous Princes Street, the Royal Mile and views of the new Parliament Building as well as the Castle
    • Belfast :- See Belfast City Hall and Queen's University
    • Dublin :- Sightseeing with your Local Specialist to see St. Patrick's Cathedral, Phoenix Park, the glorious Georgian Squares and Trinity College
    • Kilkenny :- View Kilkenny Castle and gardens
    • Waterford :- Visit the Waterford Crystal Showroom
    • Cardiff :- See the Millennium Stadium and view Cardiff Castle
    • Bath :- Visit the Georgian spa town

What's this trip about?

    Get a closer look at the long standing castles, churches and old-fashioned towns of England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland and Wales. See Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, Roman spas in Bath and the highly photogenic cities of Dublin, Edinburgh and York.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityLondon
End CityLondon

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Cardiff
  • Dingle Peninsula
  • Dublin
  • Edinburgh
  • Glasgow
  • London

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature

Trip includes

    • Ferry across the Irish Sea from Scotland to Northern Ireland and Ireland to South Wales
    • Luxury air-conditioned coach
    • Hand-picked 3 and 4 star accommodation
    • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
    • Variety of Optional Experiences
    • An expert Travel Director and separate driver
    • The services of a Trafalgar Local Host at your London hotel
    • Pick-up and drop-off if you stay at the Trafalgar recommended London hotel booked through Trafalgar or from the London Reception Centre
    • London airport transfers are available to purchase. Conditions apply
    • Audio Headsets Provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences

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Itinerary

1. ARRIVE LONDON Welcome to London. After checking in to your hotel the rest of your day is free to explore this magical city. Hotel Ibis Earls Court 2. LONDON – STRATFORD-UPON-AVON – YORK – LEEDS This morning meet your Travel Director and traveling companions to board your Trafalgar coach and set off from London. Visit Stratford-upon-Avon, where you have time to see the sights and shop for souvenirs. During your orientation of York your Travel Director will take you on a walk through the web of quaint, narrow streets and show you York Minster, one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals in the world. Continue to your hotel in Leeds where you dine tonight. Meal(s) Full Breakfast Dinner Hotel Clayton 3. LEEDS – GRASMERE – GRETNA GREEN – GLASGOW (2 NIGHTS) Drive through the Yorkshire Dales to the scenic glory of the Lake District. Travelling along the shores of England's largest lake, Windermere, and through countryside that inspired the Romantic poets, you reach Grasmere. View the grave of William Wordsworth, buried at St. Oswald's Church. We cross the Scottish border and visit Gretna Green, where eloping couples would say their vows over the anvil. This afternoon your orientation tour of Glasgow includes views of the cathedral, the magnificent George Square and the River Clyde, former heart of the shipbuilding industry. Hotel Ibis City Centre 4. EDINBURGH EXCURSION Today visit Edinburgh. Your Local Specialist takes you on a sightseeing tour of this wonderful city. View the famous castle, the Royal Mile, historic Palace of Holyroodhouse in the shadow of Arthur's Seat and the new Scottish Parliament building. Admire the elegant Georgian architecture in the New Town. Later enjoy free time to explore at leisure. Dine tonight at your hotel. Meal(s) Full Breakfast Dinner 5. GLASGOW – BELFAST – DUBLIN (2 NIGHTS) Follow the rugged Ayrshire coast past the island called Ailsa Craig, the stepping stone from Ireland to Scotland, then board a ferry for the short crossing to Northern Ireland. See City Hall, Queen's University and the dock where the Titanic was built during your city orientation. Finally cross the River Boyne at Drogheda to enter the Irish capital, Dublin. Meal(s) Full Breakfast Hotel Citywest 6. DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME See Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Phoenix Park and the stately Georgian squares with your Local Specialist. Spend the rest of the day as you please. Why not explore Temple Bar or Grafton Street, famous for its street performers? This evening consider joining an Optional Experience to an Irish cabaret. Meal(s) Full Breakfast 7. DUBLIN – KILKENNY – WATERFORD Traverse County Kildare's splendid countryside. In Kilkenny see the imposing medieval castle and enjoy free time for lunch. This afternoon visit the House of Waterford Crystal showroom and see the exquisite pieces. Dine tonight at your hotel. Meal(s) Full Breakfast Dinner Hotel Treacy's 8. WATERFORD – CARDIFF Cross the Irish Sea to Wales, and continue your journey to Cardiff Bay to view the Millennium Centre and the National Assembly. View the historic Cardiff Castle and see the Millennium Stadium before arriving at your hotel. Meal(s) Full Breakfast Hotel Copthorne 9. CARDIFF – BATH – WINDSOR – LONDON Cross the Severn Estuary into England and the glorious city of Bath. See splendid Georgian architecture during your orientation. Perhaps consider a visit to the Roman Baths. View the world's oldest and largest inhabited castle during your visit to Windsor. Why not enjoy a stroll along the banks of the river or shop for Royal souvenirs. Later arrive back in London. Meal(s) Full Breakfast Hotel Ibis Earls Court 10. DEPART LONDON Say goodbye to your travelling friends at the end of your amazing vacation. Meal(s) Full Breakfast

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Last Updated: 3/14/2018

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  • 3 three course dinners
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Notes Optional Experiences are subject to change. Your Travel Director will supply you with a final list of Optional Experiences available on your trip. Optional Experiences cannot be booked online; they can be purchased during your trip through your Travel Director.

WINDERMERE Windermere Cruise And Steam Train Ride Adult Price: £17.50 A chance to view the glorious scenery of the Lake District as we cruise across England’s largest lake. Then step back in time as we board the steam train for a short journey from Lakeside to Haverthwaite. Private Cruise On Lake Windermere Adult Price: £15.50 Enjoy an exclusive cruise on a private boat on England's most beautiful and largest lake, taking in the northern coastline, beautiful houses, gardens and Wray Castle. You’ll see deserted islands, boats and birdlife as you explore the area loved by Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth. Glasgow A Stirling Evening Adult Price: £44.00 See Stirling Castle and the Wallace Memorial by night. A truly local experience, you'll be piped in to your evening meal in the historic Scottish city and enjoy an evening of Scottish delights. Glasgow City Evening Adult Price: £34.00 You'll enjoy a chance to experience a night out in the city of Glasgow. Your Travel Director will take you for an evening of good food, a drink, and undoubtedly interesting conversation. Dublin Dinner in Dublin City Adult Price: €45.00 Come to one of Dublin's most locally-loved restaurant-pubs. You'll enjoy dinner and charming hospitality that this part of the world is renowned for. Experience Glendalough, The Glen Of The Two Lakes Adult Price: €20.00 Enjoy a visit to one of the most important monastic sites in Europe, which dates back to the 7th century. Your Local Specialist will tell tales and show you around this sacred area, famous for its tranquil beauty amidst the rolling countryside of County Wicklow, the garden of Ireland. An Evening of Irish Entertainment Adult Price: €71.00 Enjoy an evening of fine food and non-stop fun as Ireland’s history unfolds in a cabaret of comedy, song and dance. The cast will have you tapping your toes and joining in the show, all in the spirit of Irish humour. And you’ll even be served an Irish coffee to round off your dinner. Waterford Explore Waterford's History and Local Pub Adult Price: €23.00 Join us in Waterford, where the history dates back as far as the Vikings. Your Local Specialist will bring the historic area to life through stories and anecdotes; one guest even described the trip as the "best history lesson ever". Afterwards, we stop off for a drink in one of the area's oldest pubs for a pint or drink of your choice. Irish Folk Fun Adult Price: €27.00 During this evening of entertainment, you'll get the chance to experience Irish hospitality in the best folk tradition. Enjoy a drink while locals sing and play music for you. Cardiff Traditional Welsh Evening And Dinner Adult Price: £39.00 Join us for a traditional Welsh country dinner. We'll take you to a 14th century thatched inn called The Blue Anchor. While you're eating and enjoying your drink, you'll be entertained with a performance from a Welsh harpist. Welsh Evening At Millennium Centre Adult Price: £54.00 Enjoy an evening of Welsh music, culture and humour. The venue for the evening is the Welsh Millennium Centre, an iconic building in the fashionable Cardiff Bay area. After a warm reception, you'll enjoy a first-class meal of seasonal Welsh specialities, sourced and produced locally. Quality wine or soft drinks are included and the meal will be accompanied by our enchanting Welsh harpist. You'll then be entertained by the finest local musicians presenting the beautiful music of Wales. Cardiff Castle Tour Adult Price: £21.00 You’ll explore this unique castle on a private tour and hear tales about the eclectic refurbishments. Done in the 1800s by architect William Burgess, his influences included Islamic art, Hans Christian Anderson's fairy tales and even Aesop's fables. You’ll also walk on the battlements and climb the 1,000-year-old Norman keep for superb views over Cardiff.

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