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Highlights of Britain & Ireland

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Operated by Globus
Tripcode: GK
Overview
Destination:
United Kingdom
Duration:15 days
Type:Group tour (max 44)
Style:
Small group,
Travel Period
May 2026 - October 2027
15 Day Tour from London to London
On this Britain and Ireland tour, you’ll see Britain and Ireland’s highlights, from the bustling cities to the small towns and from the magnificent palaces and castles to the ancient ruins. Travel through the lands of queens, kings, and leprechauns, you’ll begin and end in London and pass through Wales, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and England.

You’ll visit some of the splendid castles and palaces for which Britain and Ireland are famous. In Edinburgh visit Edinburgh Castle, where you’ll marvel at the Scottish Crown Jewels. In Woodstock, Oxfordshire enjoy a visit to majestic Blenheim Palace, built in the early 18th century and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.

On this tour through Britain and Ireland, you’ll enjoy guided sightseeing in many of the cities with Local Guides — experts from the area who will give you in-depth, insider knowledge of the cities and their attractions. In London, your sightseeing includes a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral; and in Edinburgh you will see both the “New Town” and “Old Town.” Additionally, at the National Irish Stud in Kildare, you’ll be shown some of the most magnificent horses in the British Isles, and you'll hear about Shakespeare’s life and times in Stratford-upon-Avon.

You will also learn how to make a traditional Irish coffee, and ride on board a horse-drawn jaunting car to take a tour of beautiful Killarney National Park. All of this and much more, including a visit to prehistoric Stonehenge and medieval York Minster, included on this fabulous Britain and Ireland tour.

PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Stratford-upon-Avon so you can plan your day your way.
All This. Included
Special Features Included in this Tour:
• Guided sightseeing in London with visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral
• Visit to Stonehenge
• Visit to Bath, featuring the Roman Baths
• Globus Choice excursion in Stratford-upon-Avon – included in your tour with your choice of visit to Shakespeare’s Birthplace or a visit to Shakespeare’s Schoolroom and Stratford’s Guildhall
• Guided sightseeing in Edinburgh with visit to Edinburgh Castle and the Scottish Crown Jewels
• Admission to The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (August 2, 9, and 16 departures)
• Horse-drawn jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park
• Visit to the Irish National Stud in Kildare
• Orientation drive in Belfast
• Visit to the Titanic Experience
• Orientation drive in Dublin
• Irish Coffee in Carlingford
• Orientation drive in Cardiff
• Guided walking tour of York, including a visit to York Minster
• Visit to Blenheim Palace
• Visit to Blarney village
• Panoramic drive around the Ring of Kerry
Highlights:
Standard inclusions
  • 14 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
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Itinerary
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ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
Welcome to London!
Uniformed Globus Hosts will be waiting to welcome you. Enjoy free time this afternoon.

LONDON
The Royal Treatment
Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes sights of the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, the Prime Minister’s Downing Street residence, Piccadilly Circus, Buckingham Palace, and a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOTS England’s national treasure of St. Paul’s Cathedral is home to a spectacular array of art from delicate carvings to gilded dome murals and modern works of art. As the seat of the Bishop of London, the cathedral serves as the mother church of the Diocese of London, where notable remembrances have been served here, including Queen Victoria’s jubilee, birthdays of Queen Elizabeth II, and funerals of luminaries like Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher.


LONDON–STONEHENGE–BATH–BRISTOL
Mysterious Stones and Spa Days
Meet your Tour Director and travel companions, to depart at 8 am for a memorable day of sightseeing. Try to unravel the mystery of prehistoric Stonehenge and explore the visitor center with its imaginative exhibitions. Cross Salisbury Plain and head for the elegant city of Bath to see the amazing excavations of the Roman Baths. Continue to Bristol, where you’ll enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel.
141 mi / 227 km (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEMS The traditions of one ancient Roman ritual are in full flow in Bath. Amid the remarkable Roman and Georgian architecture and the best-preserved Roman Baths of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a good spa day is never hard to find in one of the “Best Spa Towns in Europe.” The city of Bath sits above geothermal springs that bubble up from the limestone below. Bath also turns up the heat with some of Britain's grandest Georgian buildings, a mecca for elite 18th-century society.


BRISTOL–CARDIFF, WALES–WATERFORD, IRELAND
Welsh Dragons, Daffodils & Castles
An orientation drive in the Welsh capital features Cardiff Castle, Cathays Park, and the stately civic building. Take the ferry from Pembroke across St. George’s Channel to Rosslare. Overnight in Waterford, a stronghold founded by Danish Vikings in 853.
188 mi / 303 km (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CAPITAL CITY Explore the Welsh capital, see many historic buildings and discover its 2,000-year history of invasions, abductions, and conflicts from the 1st century AD when the Romans built the first series of forts.


WATERFORD–BLARNEY–KINSALE–ROSSCARBERY
County Cork Characters
Spend time in the lovely village of Blarney, home to the magical Kissing Stone, walk to the castle or spend time shopping for traditional Irish handicrafts. Visit the historic town and fishing port of Kinsale, famous for its multi-hued streets. Enjoy free time on arrival in Rosscarbery.
134 mi / 215 km (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Brighten your world with a visit to Kinsale, Ireland’s vibrant town where the Wild Atlantic Way begins. Stroll the brightly painted storefronts and winding streets beside the sweeping hues of blue and green in this Irish seaside town.


ROSSCARBERY–KENMARE–KILLARNEY–LIMERICK
Irish Eyes & Cheeky Rhymes
The breathtaking beauty of Ireland awaits with a drive, via Kenmare, around part of the Ring of Kerry, before stopping in Killarney. Experience a [LF] horse-drawn jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park, before discovering more of this popular town. Continue to Limerick for your overnight stay and some free time this evening.
164 mi / 264 km (B)

LOCAL FAVORITE
NATURAL WONDERS County Kerry is home to the exquisite natural beauty of a rugged and mountainous expanse in Killarney National Park. A horse-drawn jaunting-car ride is a great way to experience this natural wonderland, including the 3,300-foot MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, the highest mountain range in Ireland. Nestled at the foot of these mountains, the Lakes of Killarney’s shores and woodlands share this magical place with waterfalls and dramatic skies above Ross Castle.


LIMERICK–CASHEL–KILDARE–DUBLIN
The Winner’s Circle
Your first stop today is at the Rock of Cashel, where St. Patrick preached, followed by a drive across the Curragh to visit the [LF] Irish National Stud at Kildare. Afterwards, continue to the fair city of Dublin, Ireland’s capital.
155 mi / 249 km (B)

LOCAL FAVORITE
CULTURE & TRADITION The Irish National Stud is home to the long tradition of Ireland’s love of horses. This horse breeding facility in County Kildare, considered the beating heart of Ireland's thoroughbred industry, continues to inspire all who visit, including Queen Elizabeth II. Hear about some of the world’s most magnificent champion stallions that have made history since the turn of the 20th century.


DUBLIN
Ireland’s Capital City
Take a morning orientation drive to see O’Connell Street, Georgian squares, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College. The afternoon is at leisure to enjoy this vibrant city. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CITY SIGHTS “In Dublin’s fair city where girls are so pretty,” you’ll also find great personality and charm. The charisma of Dubliners and the bounty of pubs here is matched only by the gorgeous Georgian Squares, 12th-century St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College.


DUBLIN–CARLINGFORD–BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND
Coffee With Cream & Maritime Theme
Head to the charming seaside town of Carlingford, situated on the Cooley Peninsula and enjoy [LF] an Irish coffee. Cross into Northern Ireland where an orientation drive of Belfast includes City Hall, the Albert Memorial Clock Tower, and Queen’s University. Complete the day with a visit to the fascinating Titanic Experience, learn about the doomed ship’s maiden voyage, and the tragic events of April 14, 1912.
122 mi / 197 km (B)

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES It’s clear why we get a warm feeling with traditional Irish Coffee – as much a warm welcome now as it was for stranded travelers in 1943. It was a wintry night in Limerick when Foynes Port chef Joe Sheridan concocted this soothing elixir of hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and whipped cream to make their cancelled flight a little more palatable. Raise a toddy glass of Caife Gaelach with a hearty “slainte!”


BELFAST–EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND
Strait Ahead to Scotland
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Belfast, before boarding your ferry to cross the North Channel to Cairnryan on Scotland’s southwest coast. Continue onto Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city.
234 mi / 376 km (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
EPIC RIDE The North Channel (also called the Irish Channel) connects northeast Ireland to the southwestern coast of Scotland. The North Channel is part of the Ocean’s Seven, a set of seven long-distance open-water swims, although most who cross rely on the many ferries that run between Belfast and Cairnryan, the Scottish village with a proud maritime history, including its floating Mulberry Harbors built to support the D-Day invasion of Normandy.


EDINBURGH
Crown Jewels & Castle Views
Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town,” and the famous scientists, inventors, and novelists who lived there. In the “Old Town,” visit Edinburgh Castle to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Enjoy some free time this afternoon and evening. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Unpack your plaid! Edinburgh Military Tattoo performances included on departures August 2, 9 and 16.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
MUSIC & MASTERPIECES Ascend to Castle Rock to explore Edinburgh Castle, one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland, with a 1,100-year history as "the most besieged place in Great Britain." Here, you’ll find the royal regalia and Scotland’s Crown Jewels. The Castle forms the background of the spectacular Tattoo, an extravaganza of bagpipes and drums performed en masse in August each year.


EDINBURGH–ALNWICK, ENGLAND–YORK
High Praise & Market Days
Return to England today and a stop in the market town of Alnwick, once voted the “best place to live in Britain.” On to York, England’s most complete medieval city, where you’ll visit the inspiring York Minster, then follow your Tour Director through a maze of quaint streets, including the narrow Shambles.
220 mi / 354 km (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT York Minster is hailed as one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals, and the center of Christian faith in northern England. From its exquisite, handcrafted stone to its incomparable collection of medieval stained glass, you’ll discover why York Minster has drawn visitors from around the world for over 1,000 years.


YORK–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON
Spend your day your way in Stratford-upon-Avon
Depart Yorkshire, setting of author James Herriot’s beloved “All Creatures Great and Small,” and head to Shakespeare’s hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon. Take pictures of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and explore more of the town with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions
260 mi / 418 km (B,D)

THE PLAY'S THE THING!
To be or not to be in Stratford-Upon-Avon? There's no question when it comes to visiting the birthplace and family home of Shakespeare-where the legendary bard grew up and lived the first years of his married life.
THE ABC'S OF SHAKESPEARE
Find your seat during this fun visit to Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall! A young William Shakespeare studied here in the 1570s and attended plays performed by the finest actors of the day.


STRATFORD-UPON-AVON–LONDON
Churchill’s Beginnings
Today’s highlight is a visit to magnificent Blenheim Palace, the family seat of the Dukes of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Return to London around 3.30 pm.
98 mi / 159 km (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ART & ARCHITECTURE Home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, Blenheim Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and enjoys a fascinating history. Built as a gift in 1704 from Queen Anne to John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, this massive and magnificent masterpiece of English Baroque architecture is also home to exquisite artwork and gardens.


LONDON
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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At Globus, we’re not just hooked on travel as a destination, but on the way travel makes you feel. Our promise is to craft adventures you’ll want to re-live forever. Our story began more than 90 years ago, when a young Swiss Antonio Mantegazza began transporting tourists across Lake Lugano on his rowboat, sharing stories and revealing local secrets along the way. On that lake, Globus was born. Discovering a passion for tourism and a knack for business, Antonio’s services expanded beyond river transport to bus touring, from Switzerland to Europe and then, the world. After 90 years curating travel wonderment, our passion for curating the perfect trip remains. At Globus, we have the experience and local knowledge to craft immersive adventures that make you feel alive. Expect to see all the major sites, but then go deeper, to the beating heart of every new discovery. As they say, when you’re in the moment, it’s not what you know, but who you know, and you’ll quickly discover our Tour Directors know all the local secrets and insider tips. Let us connect you with a new world of people, places and experiences that will ignite your imagination. It's time to tour with Globus.

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