europe·Multi-day tour·14 days
14-Day England and Scotland Tour from London: Cardiff, Glasgow and Edinburgh | 3 Countries and 23 Cities | 13 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Explore London, Liverpool, the Isle of Skye and Edinburgh
• Discover Bath, Plymouth, Cardiff, Chester, Glasgow and York
• Trip Highlights: London City Tour with a Local Specialist, Visit Stonehenge, Visit the Roman Baths, Discover the Benedictine monastery at Buckfast Abbey, Lunch with the Dyer Family on their 15th-Century Dairy Farm in Somerset, Liverpool City Tour, Glasgow Orientation, Eco-Friendly Dining at Mharsanta Glasgow, Scenic Drive Through the Scottish Highlands, Visit the University Town of St. Andrews, Edinburgh City Tour, York Orientation, Alnwick Visit, Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon
• Discover Bath, Plymouth, Cardiff, Chester, Glasgow and York
• Trip Highlights: London City Tour with a Local Specialist, Visit Stonehenge, Visit the Roman Baths, Discover the Benedictine monastery at Buckfast Abbey, Lunch with the Dyer Family on their 15th-Century Dairy Farm in Somerset, Liverpool City Tour, Glasgow Orientation, Eco-Friendly Dining at Mharsanta Glasgow, Scenic Drive Through the Scottish Highlands, Visit the University Town of St. Andrews, Edinburgh City Tour, York Orientation, Alnwick Visit, Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon
14 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Home - London
London's vibrant city streets are your launch pad to an epic journey through the iconic sights of Britain. Embrace the pomp and ceremony of this multi-cultural capital, exploring the treasures of its former Empire in museums, rambling through its picturesque Royal Parks or admiring the ancient façades that line its grand boulevards and hidden lanes.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Park Plaza London Riverbank - 2
Day 2 — London
Join a Local Specialist today for a tour of the city's iconic sights. See Big Ben and the imposing Houses of Parliament on the banks of the Thames, then Buckingham Palace, the official UK residence of the British sovereigns since the mid-19th century. The rest of the day is yours to explore London - an effortless mix of centuries-old heritage and modern sophistication.
Big Ben
Houses of Parliament
Buckingham Palace
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Park Plaza London Riverbank - 3
Day 3 — London - Stonehenge - Bath - Exeter
Meet your Travel Director and commence your journey through the rolling green and golden landscapes of rural Wiltshire to Salisbury Plain. We tread in the footsteps of druids and pagans at Stonehenge, before traveling to UNESCO-listed Bath with its elegant Georgian façades and the centuries-old Roman Baths where you will delight in your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Your home for the next two nights is the historic cathedral city of Exeter, where you will enjoy dinner this evening at your hotel.
Stonehenge
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel - 4
Day 4 — Exeter - Plymouth - Exeter
Our first stop today is in the ancient port city of Plymouth, where we'll delve into the history of the brave Pilgrim Fathers who set sail for an unknown New World from its shores. See the Royal Citadel overlooking Plymouth Sound and consider an optional cruise around the dramatic coastline. We take a step back in time at our next stop – the delightful village of Polperro.
Continuing along the brooding moorland of Dartmoor, we arrive at Buckfast Abbey, where we'll Dive Into Culture and gain insights into how Benedictine monks have lived and prayed for over 1,000 years.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel - 5
Day 5 — Exeter - Glastonbury - Cardiff
Enjoy a scenic drive through the pretty Devon and Somerset countryside to mystical Glastonbury, where we'll visit the ruined Abbey, said to be the final resting place of King Arthur. Your journey back to a time of knights, lords and ladies is just beginning and you'll head to Somerset for an unforgettable experience with Ian and Ann Dyer who are your warm Be My Guest hosts on their modern-day dairy farm, where guests will get to see the ancient manor which was mentioned in the Domesday book of 1085. The Dyers both hail from old farming families and you'll learn what life is like in the rural countryside and the historical significance of their home over a lunch featuring family favorites prepared by keen cook, Ann.
We journey to Cardiff, the capital of Wales, where we'll explore the proud heritage of the Welsh and modern icons, including the Principality Stadium during an orientation tour.
Cardiff Castle
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Leonardo Cardiff, Leonardo Bristol City - 6
Day 6 — Cardiff - Liverpool
Tudor history is explored this morning as we visit the historic towns of Ludlow and Chester with their characteristic black-and-white half-timbered buildings. Join your Travel Director for an orientation walk past these famous Tudor Rows and enjoy views of Chester's medieval city walls and red sandstone Cathedral.
The haunt of the 'Fab Four' is our final stop today. Join a Local Specialist to gain insight into Liverpool's Beatles' history and enjoy a free evening in one of Britain's edgiest cities.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Leonardo Hotel Liverpool, Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly - 7
Day 7 — Liverpool - Lake District - Glasgow
Rolling Lancashire pastures give way to the soul-stirring Lake District, whose beautiful scenery has inspired poets and writers for centuries. We travel along the shores of Lake Windermere, through countryside made famous by the poet William Wordsworth. Stop in Gretna Green on the Scottish border, where many eloping couples have tied the knot.
We arrive in Glasgow later for an orientation tour, including views of the Cathedral, magnificent George Square and the Clyde River, the former heart of the shipbuilding industry. This evening, enjoy locally-sourced flavors at Mharsanta restaurant during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
Lake Windermere
George Square
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Novotel Glasgow Center, Crowne Plaza Glasgow - 8
Day 8 — Glasgow - Scottish Highlands
Journey along Loch Lomond, whose Bonnie Banks were immortalized in the well-known Scottish song. We arrive in Glencoe and remember the MacDonald clansmen who died tragically in the 1692 massacre which led this place to be called the 'Glen of Weeping'. At the World War II Commando Memorial near Fort William, we admire views of Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis.
Our day in beautiful surrounds comes to an end with a cozy dinner at our hotel located within the Cairngorms National Park in the Scottish Highlands.
Glencoe
Cairngorms National Park
Scottish Highlands
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Laggan Hotel Cairngorms, Craiglynne Hotel - 9
Day 9 — Scottish Highlands - Isle of Skye - Scottish Highlands
We travel to the coast this morning to the Isle of Skye where a Local Specialist will take us on a journey to view the remarkable Cuillin Mountain and the Village of Portree.
Later, we cross back to the mainland to view scenic Eilean Donan Castle. Travel through the Scottish Highlands past its picturesque lochs and glens, keeping your camera at the ready to capture 'Nessie' if you can.
Isle of Skye
Eilean Donan Castle
Scottish Highlands
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Laggan Hotel Cairngorms, Craiglynne Hotel - 10
Day 10 — Scottish Highlands - Pitlochry - St. Andrews - Edinburgh
Heading back to the lowlands of Scotland, we stop in Pitlochry before heading to the historic home of golf, St. Andrews. Here, the first games were played during the 1400s. See its famous 18th hole before crossing the Firth of Forth to Scotland's enchanting capital, Edinburgh. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Delta Hotels by Marriott - 11
Day 11 — Edinburgh
Ramble up the Royal Mile today and see the iconic sights of one of Britain's most enchanting cities. The elegant Palace of Holyroodhouse, in the shadow of Arthur's Seat, and the Scottish Parliament feature on your sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist.
Visit Edinburgh Castle perched atop Castle Rock overlooking the city. Admire the elegant Georgian architecture in the New Town and amble through the hidden passages of the Old Town before enjoying an evening at leisure. Consider an Optional Experience including traditional song, dance and Scottish fare.Royal Mile
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Edinburgh Castle
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Delta Hotels by Marriott - 12
Day 12 — Edinburgh - York
We travel to the medieval market town of Alnwick this morning, where we'll see the impressive castle home to the Duke of Northumberland and the Tenantry Column, upon which the Percy Lion sits and surveys the town.
Journey through Northumberland to the cathedral city of York. We'll embark an orientation walk past its cobblestone Shambles and see the inspiring Minster with its 'heart of Yorkshire' before joining our newfound friends for dinner.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Novotel Center - 13
Day 13 — York - Stratford-upon-Avon - London
Shakespeare's legacy and life are celebrated in his hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon, which we will have an opportunity to visit today on our return to London. See Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage and visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitor Center. Later, we travel back to London for our final night at leisure.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Park Plaza London Riverbank - 14
Day 14 — London - Home
Say a fond farewell to London and your newfound friends at the end of an unforgettable journey.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- 13-night hotel accommodation
- 13 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Trip Highlights: London City Tour with a Local Specialist, Bath Orientation, Visit Stonehenge, Visit the Roman Baths, Discover the Benedictine monastery at Buckfast Abbey, Plymouth Orientation, Lunch with the Dyer Family on their 15th-Century Dairy Farm in Somerset, Glastonbury Abbey Visit, Cardiff Orientation, Ludlow Orientation, Chester Orientation, Liverpool City Tour, Glasgow Orientation, Visit Gretna Green, Scenic Drive Through the Lake District, Eco-Friendly Dining at Mharsanta Glasgow, Scenic Drive Through the Scottish Highlands, Visit the University Town of St. Andrews, Visit Pitlochry, Edinburgh City Tour, York Orientation, Alnwick Visit, Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon
Not included
- Service fee for travel director and driver
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
- Optional tours and mandatory fees are not covered in the tour cost; kindly pay these directly to the guide during the tour. For details, please check the daily itinerary. (Costs listed are estimated; the tour guide will provide final confirmation.)
- Travel insurance
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 3 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 4–31 days before | 20% | Cancellation Made Within 4 days to 31 days prior to departure, Refund 20% of total purchase amount |
| 32–62 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 32 days to 62 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 63+ days before | 200% | Cancellation Made 63 or more days prior to departure, only $200 charge handling fee by person |
Important info
Special notes
- Important info:
- UNITED KINGDOM: Traveling or transiting through the UK & Northern Ireland after January 8, 2025. A new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is required for entry and transit. Applications open November 27, 2024. For more details and to apply for the ETA, visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta.
- ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO: It includes tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on departures that coincide with performance dates which run from July 24, 2025 through July 31, 2025.
- Passports with a minimum of 6 months validity after return date are required and are at your expense.
- Non-US citizens please check if visas are needed with your nearest consulate.
- Day 1 is the start date and first hotel night included with the journey. Please arrange flights to arrive on or before Day 1.
- To give ample time for check-in and security, we recommend arriving at the airport 3 hours prior to your flight departure. - Travel insurance:
- We highly recommend guests purchase travel insurance prior to your trip.
- Your insurance should cover trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, and evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events. - Luggage:
- Travelling with the local operator entitles each guest to travel with one suitcase not exceeding 23kg (50lbs) in weight, with the dimensions of 76cm x 46cm x 25cm (30” x 18” x 10”). Carry-on/hand luggage is restricted to one piece per person, not exceeding 12”x11”x6” (30x28x14 cm) to fit under your coach seat or in the small overhead compartment. Telescopic handles or wheels not permitted.
- Internal flights: Luggage allowance is limited to 1 piece per person (maximum of 20Kg/44lbs) and 1 hand luggage per person (maximum of 7Kg/15lbs).
- We strongly recommend that you test the weight of your baggage prior to travel. You should be able to lift and comfortably transport it for short distances.
- Baggage allowances vary from airline to airline and you should check with your chosen carrier for details prior to travel. - Border crossings and visa requirements:
- Each guest must ensure that their passport is valid for at least six months beyond the conclusion of their trip and that they have acquired all necessary visas and permits. Multiple-entry visas may be required if you are entering a country more than once on your holiday.
- Guests are advised that only the countries you plan to visit can provide up-to-date information about their specific visa requirements. Guests should contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the countries they plan to visit well in advance of travel. Please check your itinerary carefully. Remember that requirements vary based on a passport's place of issue and that the process can take time.
- Check that multi-entry visas have the correct entry dates and destinations before you travel. Please be aware that with some itineraries, you may travel through a country without making an overnight stop. If this happens on your itinerary, you will still need a visa to enter/exit the country.
- Please ensure that you carry proper identification with you at all times, as border crossings will need to see your entry documents and passports. Usually crossing borders is a very straightforward process that is managed by your Travel Director. However, be advised that you may be required to open your luggage and answer simple questions about the length of your stay, purpose of travel, etc.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* Triple room bookings are available on the majority of our tours, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. When booking your trip, we define a child as somebody aged 5 – 17, we do not accept children under the age of 5. A triple room is not recommended for 3 adults, as the third bed is often a rollaway, which may not be comfortable for an adult.
* If you're on a trip as a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children), then you would require 1 triple room (for 1 adult and 2 children), and 1 double room (1 adult and 1 child).
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* Triple room bookings are available on the majority of our tours, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. When booking your trip, we define a child as somebody aged 5 – 17, we do not accept children under the age of 5. A triple room is not recommended for 3 adults, as the third bed is often a rollaway, which may not be comfortable for an adult.
* If you're on a trip as a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children), then you would require 1 triple room (for 1 adult and 2 children), and 1 double room (1 adult and 1 child).
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