Great British and Irish Route with London
European Tour Package
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14 Days Tour Plan
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Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
In the morning, we’ll go on a city tour of LONDON, visiting Westminster, the Parliament, the City, and the Thames. In the afternoon, you’ll have free time, during which we’ll offer an optional visit to the Thames Valley, including the town of Windsor, crowned by the stunning Castle. In the evening, we’ll meet at Piccadilly for a walk through Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho, known for its vibrant atmosphere, theaters, and entertainment (in some cases, this evening program might be organized for the previous day, upon arrival in London). Afterward, we’ll return to the hotel by bus.
Free day to explore. A day to enjoy the moment, discover new landscapes, and let every corner reveal its own story and beauty in peace.
We’ll start the day by leaving London and heading towards northern England. Our first stop will be Cambridge, where we’ll admire the beautiful colleges. After lunch, we’ll continue to York, where the stunning cathedral, Roman walls, and lively shopping streets will leave a lasting impression. You’ll have some free time to explore. Afterwards, we’ll proceed north to Durham, a vibrant medieval town featuring a magnificent cathedral in front of the castle.
We’ll travel to Scotland, with a stop in Alnwick, a picturesque town known for its beautiful gardens and large medieval castle, famously featured in the Harry Potter films. We’ll then continue to Edinburgh, arriving around midday. As Scotland’s capital and one of the most vibrant cities in Northern Europe, Edinburgh’s monumental center has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The castle overlooks the city’s steep streets and parks. We’ll enjoy a panoramic tour with a local guide.
Today, we have an exciting journey through the Scottish Highlands ahead of us, starting with a coffee and a stroll in Pitlochry, a charming village. Next, we’ll pass through Inverness in northern Scotland, near the mysterious Loch Ness. After, we´ll visit Urquhart Castle (admission included) from where we´ll embark on a boat ride on the dark waters of Loch Ness. Next, we’ll pass by Fort Augustus with its sluice system and Fort William, a tourist center at the foot of Ben Nevis, the highest summit in the United Kingdom. Heading south, we’ll travel through the high plateaus, where snow is often visible, and skirt the picturesque shores of Loch Lomond. We’ll arrive in Glasgow at the end of the day.IMPORTANT NOTE:Groups arriving in Edinburgh from the 15th of November until the end of February will follow this adjusted itinerary due to the shorter days and frequent snow on the roads:08:00 a.m. - Departure from Edinburgh to Pitlochry (09:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.), a picturesque city in the heart of the Scottish region known for its whisky production. We will visit a traditional whisky distillery (admission included). Our journey will continue to Stirling (12:30 p.m. - 03:30 p.m.), with its impressive historic center dominated by the grand Stirling Castle (tickets included). This castle is one of the most significant in Scotland, having witnessed numerous historical events, including battles and the coronation of several kings. After some time for lunch, we’ll stop to photograph The Kelpies, enormous sculptures of two horse heads inspired by Scottish mythology. Finally, we’ll continue to Glasgow. We’ll arrive at around 05:00 p.m. with time to stroll through the city center.
We’ll depart from Glasgow and head to the south of Scotland. In Cairnryan, we’ll board a ferry for the crossing to Northern Ireland. Upon arrival in Belfast, the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland, we’ll be reminded of the complex history between Protestants and Catholics. Since the 1998 peace agreement, this city, home to several important institutions, has experienced a remarkable revival, becoming vibrant and full of life. You’ll have free time to explore. We recommend visiting the Titanic Museum, with its striking architecture and status as the city’s most popular attraction. It’s located in the historic shipyard where the famous ocean liner Titanic was built, once one of the world’s most prominent shipbuilding centers.
We will depart after breakfast. We will pass through the village of CUSHENDUN, designated a conservation area in 1980 due to its architectural heritage and its location within the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty of the Antrim Coast and Glens.<br data-start="1366" data-end="1369">At midday, there will be free time for lunch in BALLYCASTLE, a lively coastal town.In BUSHMILLS, we will visit the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery (entrance and guided tour included). After lunch (not included), we will explore the spectacular <strong data-start="1647" data-end="1667">Giant’s Causeway (entrance included), a unique site of basalt columns extending into the Atlantic Ocean and recalling the legend of the path created by the Irish giant to fight the enormous Scottish giant.Approximately 40,000 hexagonal stepping stones date back nearly 60 million years and were formed by the cooling of a volcanic eruption.Arrival in <strong data-start="2010" data-end="2019">DERRY, a walled city that blends history and modernity. Free time to stroll and overnight stay.
Through beautiful mountain scenery in the Republic of IRELAND, we travel to DONEGAL, a lively and picturesque small town full of character. Admission to its impressive medieval castle is included.Back in Northern Ireland, we’ll visit the spectacular Marble Arch Caves (admission included), one of the most remarkable cave systems in Europe. Formed over 330 million years ago, the caves stretch for more than 11 km and continue to evolve, as underground rivers keep eroding the limestone to create a strange and fascinating world.Free time for lunch (not included). After the visit, we continue to BELFAST. Arrival and free time.
We depart for Hillsborough Castle (admission included), located just outside BELFAST and the official government residence in Northern Ireland. This grand 18th-century Georgian mansion features the typical facilities of the royal family. Its colorful surroundings also stand out, with woodlands, wildflower meadows, and beautiful gardens. Free time for lunch.We then continue our journey into the Republic of Ireland. Along the route we visit MONASTERBOICE (admission included), an ancient monastic settlement founded in the 5th century. It is renowned for its tall Celtic crosses, especially Muiredach’s Cross, considered one of the most beautiful in Ireland. The site radiates a spiritual atmosphere amid ruins and old tombs.Our journey continues to DUBLIN, arriving in the mid-afternoon. Free time.
We’ll start the day with a panoramic tour of Dublin, the peaceful capital of Ireland. We’ll stroll along the banks of the River Liffey, visiting its parks, historic university, and vibrant downtown streets. We will see the exterior of Trinity College. The afternoon will be free for you to explore at your leisure.Note: Occasionally, depending on our arrival time in Dublin and the daylight hours, the tour may take place the previous afternoon.
We’ll board a ferry early in the morning, and after a three-hour to three-and-a-half-hour journey, we’ll arrive in Wales. Our first stop will be Caernarfon, a seaside World Heritage Site dominated by its impressive castle. You’ll have time for lunch and a stroll. We’ll then continue to Liverpool, where we’ll take a short bus tour of the city, a World Heritage Site with the second-largest port in the United Kingdom. Interested in visiting The Beatles Museum?
Today, we’ll explore central England. Our first stop will be Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s hometown, where you’ll have free time to enjoy lunch and explore. Afterwards, we’ll travel to Oxford, a town renowned for its rich history in education and culture, having educated kings, politicians, philosophers, and scientists. We’ll then continue to London, arriving in the evening.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
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