15 days tour
Britain & Ireland Explorer (Small Groups, 15 Days)
$ 7,450 .00 USD
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All guests travelling with Insight Vacations through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your clientโs responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.
Meals
14 Breakfast (B) 5 Dinner (D) 2 Lunch (L) York: Enjoy a traditional Yorkshire dinner and the chance to get to know your fellow travelers. Loch Lomond: Enjoy a light lunch and admire the oak woodlands and incredible scenery as you cruise one of Scotlandโs most beautiful lochs, a favorite nature spot of the locals. Dublin: Visit the Guinness Storehouse to learn about Irelandโs national drink. Killarney: Choose from a fine selection of local restaurants on your Dine-Around evening. Waterford: Celebrate the culmination of your escorted journey with wine, good cheer and palate-pleasing cuisine. County Tipperary: Meet entrepreneur Ailbhe and hear about her passion for sustainable farming. Learn about biodiversity, regenerative agriculture and the secret to crafting the most delicious honey on the island over a delicious Farm-to-Table lunch. Aibhe has been sharing her keen interest and experience in the various courses she has been running since 2015, putting sustainable farming at the heart of local education programs and contributing important research. Brookfield Farmโs various activities all support sustainable farming practices, organically certified activities, habitat protection and tree planting initiatives. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 4 & 12: Quality Education & Sustainable Production and Consumption.
Accommodation
14 night accommodation
Guide
York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city.
Others
Choose between two carefully selected activities Killarney: Explore the scenery of Killarney National Park on a horse-drawn jaunting car with the local jarveys. Killarney: Join a gentle hike with a nature guide in Killarney National Park and admire stunning mountains, lakes, woods and waterfalls. Stroll along the lake shore and past the impressive 15th Century Ross Castle and the famous Muckross Estate, a charming 19th Century mansion and grounds. Alternatively, enjoy a memorable ride on a horse-drawn jaunting car with the local jarveys. Blarney: Visit the lush gardens of the Blarney Castle estate with a senior gardener. Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone, the famous stone of eloquence, are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. Take your turn at giving it a peck knowing that the stone was sourced from 330-million-year-old limestone. Kildare: Horse racing is key part of Irish culture; and youโll get a rare peek into it over your visit to the Irish National Stud. Set in Kildare at the breeding ground of champions and the birthplace of legends, explore the foaling unit, museum and the stallions that continue to make racing history. As the only stud farm in Ireland open to the public, learn the insights of horse-racing at a site whose former visitors include queens and presidents. Waterford: Visit Waterford Crystal to learn more about the art of crystal carving that has been practised here since the late 1700s. See master crafters utilize traditional cutting and blowing methods at one of the few remaining artisan workshops. Bath: Visit the incredibly well-preserved Roman Baths. Discover 2,000 years of history and learn how this hub of culture is pioneering new educational investments to benefit the community. Its school educational program actively supports local schools and students to learn about the cultural heritage of the region. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education. Stratford-upon-Avon: Learn about the life of William Shakespeare, arguably historyโs most famous writer, when you visit his birthplace. Then enjoy some time to explore this pretty town with its iconic Tudor houses. Durham: See the castle and Romanesque cathedral. Hadrianโs Wall: Stop to see part of the ancient wall that once marked the border of the Roman Empire. Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Expert as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse. Edinburgh: Visit Edinburgh Castle to view the Scottish Crown Jewels, Mons Meg and other artefacts with your Local Expert. Edinburgh: A hush descends and eyes turn to the castle. The skirl of the pipes rises and drums crack the night air as a tide of tunics and tartan flood from the drawbridge. For a limited time in August, witness the incredible spectacle of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from โChariots of Fireโ was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created. Inverness: See the River Ness, Inverness Castle and beautiful scenery as you explore the history of this Highland city. Loch Ness: Drive along the shores in search of the legendary monster. Grasmere: Learn about the life of the poet William Wordsworth and visit his grave. Liverpool: Stay in the home city of The Beatles. Conwy: See Conwy Castle, the magnificent medieval fortress still towering over the town after 700 years. Climb the restored spiral staircase, scale the great towers and walk a complete circle around the battlements. Admire the unbroken town walls of Conwy down and enjoy amazing views out across the craggy mountains of Snowdonia. The spectacular castle was built by King Edward I and his architect Master James of St George in just four years between 1283 and 1287. Holyhead: Set sail for Dublin across the Irish Sea. Dublin: See Dublinโs elegant Georgian squares, OโConnell Street and the Custom House with a Local Expert Cashel: See the Rock of Cashel where St. Patrick preached. Killarney: Enjoy hearing of the history of Killarney during your city orientation. Ring of Kerry: Venture into a world of towering cliffs, lush lakelands, beaches, fields dotted with sheep, rocky coastline, remote villages and historical sites, as you journey the magical Ring of Kerry. This 111-mile circular route is the best place to admire Irelandโs scenic beauty and truly one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Waterford: Explore the town and see Reginaldโs Tower and the remains of the city walls. Rosslare Harbour: Board your ferry to cross the Irish Sea. Cardiff: Learn more about Walesโ capital and cultural hub, Cardiff, as you enjoy an orientation of this vibrant city. Bath: During an orientation you will see the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and Bath Abbey. Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring megaliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.
Transport
: Enjoy the comfort of Insightโs luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches. Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available). You may purchase transfers from/to London Heathrow and Gatwick airports on arrival and departure days, or when additional night accommodation has been booked through Insight Vacations. Alternatively, please make your own way from/to the airport.
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Others
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Insurance
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Flights
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Itinerary of your trip Britain & Ireland Explorer (Small Groups, 15 Days)
- Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To London
Day 1: Welcome To London
- Day 2 Day 2: Stratford-Upon-Avon And Medieval York
Day 2: Stratford-Upon-Avon And Medieval York
- Day 3 Day 3: Durham, HadrianโS Wall And Edinburgh Relaxed Start
Day 3: Durham, HadrianโS Wall And Edinburgh Relaxed Start
Experience Style
Mixed
There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโre also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.
Accomodation level
Medium
This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.
Experience Type
Small Group
Youโll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.
Physical Rating
Average
There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโre not sure this applies to you.
Age range
Min: 5 / Max: 99
Age range allowed for this experience.
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