Exploring Britain & Ireland featuring England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales

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Tour Operator

Collette Vacations

Duration

15 Days

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Air 1	Overnight Flight	Overnight Flight :
Day 2	London	London, England - Tour Begins : Your tour begins in the capital city of London. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner. Todaydinnerwill be included.
Day 3	London	London : During a locally guided tour of London see Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and the changing of the guard (if held). Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to further explore the city's sites. Todaybreakfast will be included.
Day 4	Cardiff	London - Stonehenge - Bath - Cardiff : Visit Stonehenge, the mysterious formation that dates back to the Stone Age. Journey to the elegant Georgian town of Bath to visit the Roman Bath Museum's 2,000-year-old elaborate spas. Continue to the Welsh capital of Cardiff. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 5	Waterford	Cardiff - Ferry to Ireland - Waterford : Take in the beautiful countryside of Wales en route to the coastal village of Fishguard. Take a ferry across the Irish Sea to Rosslare, Ireland. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 6	Killarney	Waterford - Blarney - Killarney : This morning explore Waterford with an interesting walking tour. Tour the famous Waterford Crystal facility* for a demonstration of how their crystal treasures are created. Next, travel to the historic Blarney Castle. Wind your way to the top of the castle, lie back and kiss the famous Blarney Stone where, legend has it, you will be blessed with the "gift of eloquence." Your day ends in beautiful Killarney. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 7	Killarney	Killarney - Ring of Kerry - Killarney : Explore the Ring of Kerry where you'll find some of Ireland's most magical scenery. At the Gap of Dunloe, shop for traditional Irish goods handcrafted by local artisans. Marvel at the vistas created by windswept cliffs, rugged mountains, lakes and picturesque villages. Todaybreakfast will be included.
Day 8	Dublin	Killarney - Rock of Cashel - Dublin : Today you have a chance to talk and laugh with a local family when you visit the Molanna Dairy Farm and meet its owners. Later, journey through the "Golden Vale" en route to the Rock of Cashel to visit the spot where St. Patrick preached. Tonight, join a fun-filled Irish House Party where everyone has the opportunity to join in song and dance. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 9	Dublin	Dublin : A locally guided tour of Dublin highlights the Bank of Ireland, O'Connell Street, Grafton Street, Phoenix Park and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Later, enjoy leisure time to explore the city independently. Todaybreakfast will be included.
Day 10	Wales	Dublin - Ferry Crossing - Wales : Ferry across the Irish Sea to Holyhead, Wales where you'll pass Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, the town with the longest name in the world. Visit majestic Caernarfon Castle, where Charles was crowned Prince of Wales. Then, travel through Welsh countryside and discover some of the most fantastic scenery in all of Britain. Tonight, enjoy a traditional Welsh dinner and an introduction to Welsh Gaelic. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 11	Edinburgh	Wales - Lake District - Gretna Green - Edinburgh, Scotland : Travel north into England's scenic Lake District to see charming Lake Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere. Crossing into Scotland, stop in the town of Gretna Green where generations of runaway couples came to be married. Continue to Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 12	Edinburgh	Edinburgh : A locally guided tour of Edinburgh includes entrance to the famous Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish crown jewels and the Palace of Holyroodhouse**, the Queen's official residence in Edinburgh and former home of Mary, Queen of Scots. The rest of the day is at leisure. Todaybreakfast will be included.
Day 13	York	Edinburgh - York, England : En route to England visit Hadrian's Wall, built in AD 121, which served as the northern border of the Roman Empire. Continue to the historic city of York and explore its quaint narrow streets, including the famous "Shambles." You'll also visit the magnificent 13th-century Minster Cathedral. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 14	Stratford-upon-Avon	York - Coventry - Stratford-Upon-Avon : Journey to Coventry and visit its famous modern Cathedral, completely rebuilt after World War II. Next, venture to charming Stratford-Upon-Avon. Visit William Shakespeare's birthplace and Anne Hathaway's thatch-roofed cottage, the childhood home of the author's wife. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 15	Tour ends	Stratford-Upon-Avon - Tour Ends : Todaybreakfast will be included.

Dates/Pricing

Lodging

	Park Plaza Riverbank, London		Barcelo Angel Hotel, Cardiff
	Granville Hotel, Waterford		O'Donoghue Ring Hotels, Killarney
	The Burlington, Dublin		Devere St. Davids Park Hotel, Wales
	Ramada Mount Royal Hotel, Edinburgh		York Marriott, York
	Mercure Shakespeare Hotel, Stratford-Upon-Avon

Disclaimer

Note
Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.