Tour Wonders Of Britain And Ireland (15 Days) | Visit United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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14 Breakfast (B) 5 Dinner (D) Dublin: Visit the Guinness Storehouse to see how the world’s most famous stout is created then enjoy the distinctive taste of a perfectly chilled pint of Guinness. Kenmare: Tales of potent poitin and rural Ireland are shared over a delicious Be My Guest dinner of Irish Stew at Molly Gallivan’s 200-year old cottage with the O’Sullivan family and their Kerry cows. Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour. Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring monoliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years. 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. Cashel: See the Rock of Cashel where St. Patrick preached. Lake District: Drive through the hauntingly beautiful Lakes District, immortalized by literary greats of the Romantic Movement. Gretna Green: Visit the famous spot where runaway lovers were married. Alnwick: See the impressive Alnwick Castle and Tenantry Column during a visit of this traditional county town. Stratford-upon-Avon: Learn about the life of William Shakespeare, arguably history’s most famous writer, when you visit his birthplace. Then enjoy some time to explore this pretty town with its iconic Tudor houses. Bath: Visit the Roman Baths and discover 2000 years of history. Learn how this hub of culture is pioneering new educational investments to benefit the community. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education Explore Dublin and Edinburgh with a Local Specialist Discover Bath, Cardiff, Chester, York and Oxford Visit Stonehenge, the Roman Baths, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone, the Rock of Cashel, Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle and Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon View the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Alnwick Castle, York Minster, Anne Hathaway’s cottage and Sir Winston Churchill’s grave at Bladon See St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the Georgian Squares in Dublin and the Lake District’s magnificent scenery Scenic Drive of the Ring of Kerry Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian façades and the bimillenial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name. Cardiff: Learn more about Wales’ capital and cultural hub, Cardiff, as you enjoy an orientation of this vibrant city with your Travel Director. Ring of Kerry: Admire Ireland’s enduring scenic beauty on one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Dublin: See Dublin’s elegant Georgian squares, O’Connell Street and the Custom House with a Local Expert Chester: See the Jubilee Clock, cathedral, city walls, and famous black and white Rows. Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist 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. York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city. Oxford: See the spires and colleges of this world-famous university town. An expert Travel Director and professional Driver London: The services of a Brendan Vacations Local Host when you stay at Brendan Vacations’ recommended London hotel London: Pick-up and drop-off when you stay at the Brendan Vacations recommended London hotel, booked through Brendan Vacations Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) Return ferry across the Irish Sea between Wales and Ireland Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

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1 Be My Guest 1 Dinner 1 Farewell Dinner 1 Regional Dinner 1 Welcome Reception 14 Breakfasts

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

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Park Plaza County Hall London Park Plaza County Hall London Leonardo Hotel Cardiff, Park Inn by Radisson Cardiff City Center Waterford Marina Hotel, The Fitzwilton Hotel Waterford Hotel Killarney Hotel Killarney Hampton by Hilton Dublin City Center, Riu Plaza The Gresham, Dublin Hampton by Hilton Dublin City Center, Riu Plaza The Gresham, Dublin Leonardo Hotel Liverpool, Leonardo Hotel Manchester Central, Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Novotel Center Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel and Spa, Stratford Manor Park Plaza London Riverbank, Park Plaza County Hall London

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Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Welcome To London

The cosmopolitan capital of London rolls out its red carpet with all the pomp and pageantry you’re unlikely to encounter anywhere else in the world. Spend the day ambling along its grand boulevards and past iconic sights as you familiarise yourself with the city’s bustling atmosphere.
Day 2 Day 2: Discover The Sights Of London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Discover The Sights Of London

Join a Local Specialist today to explore the city’s favorite landmarks. See Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace, before spending the rest of the day at leisure to delve into the city’s history, culture, art and architecture.
Day 3 Day 3: Stonehenge And Bath And On To Cardfiff
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Stonehenge And Bath And On To Cardfiff

Meet your Travel Director this morning and stop to ponder the mysteries of the ancient megaliths of Stonehenge, before driving west to Bath. Cross the Severn Estuary to Cardiff, then view the Wales Millennium Center and the National Assembly at Cardiff Bay. Later, enjoy warm hospitality and traditional Welsh pub fare and drinks at a rousing Welcome Dinner.
Day 4 Day 4: Onwards To Waterford
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Onwards To Waterford

This morning, we view the Principality Stadium during our orientation of Cardiff. Enjoy some leisure time in this modern capital. Perhaps visit the Victorian Gothic fantasy of Cardiff Castle at the heart of the city. We cross the Irish Sea by ferry to the ’Emerald Isle’ and travel to historic Waterford, where we’ll dine in our hotel tonight.
Day 5 Day 5: Admire Blarney Castle And Journey To Killarney
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Admire Blarney Castle And Journey To Killarney

Dive Into Culture and watch the master crafters of the renowned House of Waterford Crystal. Then, kiss the Blarney Stone to acquire the ’gift of the gab’, before traveling to the picturesque town of Killarney.
Day 6 Day 6: A Day On The Ring Of Kerry
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: A Day On The Ring Of Kerry

Today we experience the enduring beauty of Ireland’s most scenic coastal drive around the Iveragh Peninsula – the emerald green hills, centuries-old stone villages and vivid blue seascapes provide an exquisite backdrop for our leisurely drive around what has become known as the Ring of Kerry. See Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirsiveen, the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll’s Gap with its panoramic views. Later, we Connect With Locals at Molly Gallivan’s 200-year-old cottage, sharing a memorable Be My Guest experience with the O’Sullivan family and their Kerry cows.
Day 7 Day 7: Journey To Cultural Dublin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Journey To Cultural Dublin

Celtic art and history take center stage this morning as we visit the Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary, the seat of Irish kings for centuries. Perched atop a limestone outcrop in the Golden Vale, the historic ruins house one of the most remarkable collections of Celtic art and medieval architecture in Europe. We arrive this afternoon in Dublin, where we will join our Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour to see Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the stately Georgian Squares. This evening, consider joining an Optional Experience to enjoy the rousing sounds of an Irish cabaret.
Day 8 Day 8: Dublin Your Way
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Dublin Your Way

Dive Into Culture to discover the fascinating 250-year-old story of Guinness at its original home, the Guinness Storehouse. Then, top it off with a taste in their Gravity Bar while you enjoy the panoramic views of Dublin. The rest of the day is yours to soak up the cozy atmosphere of the Irish capital. Ramble through the buzzing streets of Temple Bar or visit Grafton Street, famous for its colorful street performers.
Day 9 Day 9: The Sights Of Chester And Liverpool
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: The Sights Of Chester And Liverpool

Board the ferry to Wales. Admire the spectacular landscape of Snowdonia National Park as you travel to the ancient city of Chester, with its characteristic Tudor Rows and medieval walls. We arrive later in Liverpool, the haunt of the ’Fab Four’, joining our companions for a tasty dinner.
Day 10 Day 10: Through The Lake District To Edinburgh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Through The Lake District To Edinburgh

The beautiful landscape, which for centuries inspired the Romantic poets, provides a mesmerizing backdrop for our scenic drive from the lush green hills of Lancashire to the Lake District. Skirt the shores of England’s largest lake, Windermere, as we travel through countryside made famous by poet William Wordsworth. We cross the Scottish border and visit the runaway wedding capital that is Gretna Green. This evening, we arrive in beguiling Edinburgh, where we’ll spend the next two nights.
Day 11 Day 11: Discover Remarkable Edinburgh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Discover Remarkable Edinburgh

Join a Local Specialist this morning for a memorable sightseeing tour of this captivating capital, including a visit to Edinburgh Castle, perched high above the city on Castle Rock. See Auld Reekie’s Royal Mile and the elegant Palace of Holyroodhouse in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat, and admire the Georgian façades in Edinburgh’s New Town. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.
Day 12 Day 12: Venture To York
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Venture To York

We journey south to the medieval market town of Alnwick with its impressive castle and Tenantry Column, upon which the Percy Lion sits and surveys the town. Marvel at the magnificent scenery as you cross Northumberland and the River Tyne at Newcastle en route to York where you’ll walk through the charming Shambles, see the medieval walls and York Minster, one of the greatest cathedrals in the world.
Day 13 Day 13: On To Shakespeare’S Stratford-Upon-Avon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: On To Shakespeare’S Stratford-Upon-Avon

We visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor Center in Stratford-upon-Avon to see where the ’Avon Bard’ was born and raised. View Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage. This evening we join our fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner.
Day 14 Day 14: Journey Through The Cotswolds To Oxford And London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Journey Through The Cotswolds To Oxford And London

Journey to the Cotswolds this morning and the little churchyard at Bladon where Sir Winston Churchill is buried. Arriving in Oxford, the oldest university city in the British Isles, we’ll enjoy an orientation tour of the city to view the Radcliffe Camera and the Bodleian Library and visit one of the university’s famous colleges (when open). We return to London this afternoon.
Day 15 Day 15: Goodbye London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Goodbye London

For now, it’s time to say farewell to our travel companions at the end of a memorable holiday as we prepare to return home with treasured memories.

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Wonders Of Britain And Ireland (15 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Wonders Of Britain And Ireland (15 Days)

Day 1: Welcome To London

Day 2: Discover The Sights Of London

Day 3: Stonehenge And Bath And On To Cardfiff

Day 4: Onwards To Waterford

Day 5: Admire Blarney Castle And Journey To Killarney

Day 6: A Day On The Ring Of Kerry

Day 7: Journey To Cultural Dublin

Day 8: Dublin Your Way

Day 9: The Sights Of Chester And Liverpool

Day 10: Through The Lake District To Edinburgh

Day 11: Discover Remarkable Edinburgh

Day 12: Venture To York

Day 13: On To Shakespeare’S Stratford-Upon-Avon

Day 14: Journey Through The Cotswolds To Oxford And London

Day 15: Goodbye London

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