Britain and Ireland Explorer - Preview 2017
Overview
Highlights
- Stratford-upon-Avon :- Visit the town of Shakespeare's Birth
- York :- View York Minster and the Shambles
- Hadrian’s Wall :- View the remains of the Roman wall
- Jedburgh :- View the Jedburgh Abbey ruins
- Edinburgh :- Sightseeing with your Local Specialist includes Princes Street, the Royal Mile and views of the Castle
- St. Andrews :- View the 18th green
- Loch Ness :- View the most famous loch of them all
- Inverness :- Visit the capital of the Scottish Highlands
- Culloden :- Visit the famous battlefield
- Glencoe :- See Glencoe, also known as the Glen of the Weeping
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Trip includes
- Ferry across the Irish Sea from Wales to Ireland and return
- Luxury air-conditioned coach
- Hand-picked 3 and 4 star accommodations
- All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
- Variety of Optional Experiences
- An expert Travel Director and separate driver
- 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.
- The services of a Trafalgar Local Host at your London hotel.
- Audio Headsets Provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
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Trusted Customer
Oct 2024
Italian Scene
It is a fast paced itinerary and we got up at 5 am on more than few occasions to be ready for early departures at 07:45am. post breakfast. Please travel light and be...
Christine rearic
Oct 2024
Once in a lifetime must see.
Very professional, knowledgeable, fun guides.
Trusted Customer
Oct 2024
As expected - much travel time and quick stops.
The descriptions do not accurately describe the actual experience on this tour. Be prepared for a quick visit to many places and while you may see many mentioned, i...
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- 18 full breakfasts
- 6 three course dinners
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. Edinburgh Dinner And Drive To Historic Torphichen Adult Price: £35.00 Enjoy a scenic drive to the ancient village of Torphichen, associated with Scottish kings and Knights Templar. At the haunted Torphichen Inn you’ll be welcomed by a piper and a drink before enjoying an excellent dinner of local specialities, then an evening of traditional pipe music. Royal Yacht Britannia Adult Price: £16.50 You’ll explore this magnificent ship, which has played host to some of the most famous people in the world. Now berthed in Leith, you’ll be welcomed on board to discover the heart and soul of this most special of royal residences – the former honeymoon sanctuary for four royal couples. Scottish Show With Dinner Adult Price: £54.00 Tonight is your chance to put on that tartan and join us for an evening of singing, dancing and bagpipe playing at an internationally famous venue. You’ll enjoy delicious food and wine, join in the singing and watch a Highland dance or two. There's even a chance to sample Scotland’s national dish – haggis. Scottish Highlands Pitlochry. Visit Of Blair Castle Adult Price: £20.00 Set in its own grounds against a backdrop of glorious scenery, you’ll visit the castle and find out more about the home of the Duke of Atholl – the only man in Britain to have a private army. Highland Farm Experience Adult Price: £13.00 Visit a real Highland sheep farm and meet Neil the Shepherd and his border collies. He’ll show you how he uses different whistles to command each dog to carry out different tasks. You’ll also have the opportunity to try your hand at sheep shearing, feeding the pups and discover his training techniques. Weather permitting. LOCH LOMOND Loch Lomond Boat Trip Adult Price: £13.00 Discover the wild beauty of the 'Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond'. As we cruise across the loch, the skipper will share stories of the area and point out Rob Roy's cave as you relax and savour the stunning scenery. Glasgow 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. 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. 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. Sligo Luxurious River Shannon Cruise Adult Price: €30.00 The longest river in the British Isles, the River Shannon is immortalised in songs and legends. Come with us for a cruise on this majestic river, through the beautiful rolling countryside of counties Leitrim and Roscommon. You’ll also enjoy refreshments on the luxurious Moon River Pleasure Cruiser. Scenic Drive And Dinner Adult Price: €45.00 This evening you’ll discover the beauty of the land, as we take a scenic drive off the beaten track. Later, enjoy dinner in a local restaurant with a choice of drink included. Limerick Medieval Castle Banquet Adult Price: €67.00 Enjoy a banquet and medieval entertainment in the great hall of the castle. The court jester will make an appearance, as will the castle’s musicians and the ladies and gentlemen of the medieval court – giving you an evening you won’t forget. Irish Ceilidh Evening Adult Price: €61.00 Come along and experience the craic at a special ceilidh evening. Enjoy a drink and some local specialities, watch some traditional Irish dancing, and sing along to some familiar Irish melodies. 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.
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