14-Nights Britain and Ireland Experience

Britain And Ireland Experience
Travel through landscapes that have inspired world-famous writers and poets, from Shakespeare to Robert Burns. On this journey across England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, you’ll admire medieval castles and cathedrals, wander past the famous Chester Rows and kiss the Blarney Stone. The idyllic settings of the Lake District, Dingle Peninsula and the Cotswolds give way to vibrant capitals and the little-known train station with the world’s longest name.

Dining Summary

• 14 Breakfast (B)
• 4 Dinner (D)

Essentials

• View the Royal Castle
• Visit the Georgian spa town
• See the University of Wales, Principality Stadium, City Hall, the National Museum, and view Cardiff Castle
• Visit the Waterford Crystal Showroom
• Kiss the Blarney Stone 
• View the prettiest village in Ireland
• See Galway Cathedral
• See St. Patrick's Cathedral, Christchurch Cathedral, the Georgian Squares and Trinity College with a Local Guide
• Visit the Beatles' hometown
• Visit this picturesque region
• Visit this town, popular with eloping couples since 1754
• With your Local Guide, see Princes Street, the Royal Mile and the Castle
• View the Jedburgh Abbey ruins
• View the remains of the Roman wall
• See Alnwick Castle 
• View York Minster and stroll along the Shambles
• Visit the town of Shakespeare and see Anne Hathaway's cottage
• Enjoy the beautiful scenery

Iconic Experience

• Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian facades and the bimillennial 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.
• Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour.
• Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.
• Ferry across the Irish Sea from Ireland to South Wales
• Gretna Green: Visit the famous spot where runaway lovers were married.
• 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.