Tour Britain And Ireland Grandeur Reverse (23 Days) | Visit United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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All guests travelling with Trafalgar through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Accommodation

The Tower Novotel Center Holiday Inn Highlander Dunollie Hilton Garden Inn City Center Castle Green, Lancaster House Leonardo Hotel Liverpool, Mercure Atlantic Tower Clayton Cardiff Lane Radisson Blu Hotel Belfast Central Connacht The Rose Hotel Tralee Fitzwilton Holiday Inn City Center Copthorne

Meals

22 Breakfast (B) 1 Welcome Reception (WR) 6 Dinner (D) 1 Lunch (L)

Transport

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

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Somerset: Ian and Ann Dyer are your hosts on their modern-day dairy farm. See the ancient manor house and learn what life is like in the rural countryside over a lunch featuring family favorites. Falkirk: Visit Falkirk Wheel to learn about Scotland’s canal system at the world’s only rotating boat lift. 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. Belfast: Experience Belfast from the comfort of your dedicated Black Cab with expert ’Cabbie’ commentary. Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour. 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. Alnwick: See the impressive Alnwick Castle and Tenantry Column during a visit of this traditional county town. 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. St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from ’Chariots of Fire’ was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created. Pitlochry: Visit Pitlochry, famous for its salmon leap. Inverness: At the exciting Culloden Visitor Center, discover why the Battle of Culloden lasted only an hour yet changed the Highland way of life forever. Scottish Highlands: Admire picturesque lochs and glens as you travel through the Scottish Highlands. Eilean Donan: Stop for a photo of this gorgeous castle. Glencoe: Drive through this Highland village on Loch Leven. Glasgow: See the grand public buildings of Glasgow, including George Square. Gretna Green: Visit the famous spot where runaway lovers were married. Lake District: Drive through the hauntingly beautiful Lakes District, immortalized by literary greats of the Romantic Movement. Chester: See the Jubilee Clock, cathedral, city walls, and famous black and white Rows. Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin’s elegant Georgian squares, O’Connell Street and the Custom House. Londonderry: With a Local Specialist explore inside the city walls. See the Gothic Guildhall and the Georgian houses of Shipquay Street. Galway: Explore the historic heart of Galway. See landmarks such as the Spanish Arch and the cathedral, or perhaps admire the distinctive Claddagh rings. Lahinch: Help preserve the Cliffs of Moher for generations to come and learn about its extraordinary geology, history and the species that find sanctuary in its nooks and crannies. Limerick: See Limerick’s iconic landmarks during an orientation with your Travel Director. Ring of Kerry: Admire Ireland’s enduring scenic beauty on one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. But to do so, you must dangle from the ramparts! Visit Blarney Castle and see the famous Stone of Eloquence. Cardiff: Learn more about Wales’ capital and cultural hub, Cardiff, as you enjoy an orientation of this vibrant city with your Travel Director. Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian façades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name. Cornwall: See Plymouth’s famed landmarks and explore typical seaside villages during an orientation of the Cornish peninsula. Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring monoliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years. London: See London’s iconic sites with a Local Specialist. Bushmills: In Northern Ireland you’ll discover the legend of the Giant’s Causeway as you explore this iconic natural landmark. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. Explore London, Edinburgh, Dublin, Belfast and Londonderry with a Local Specialist Discover York, Glasgow, Chester, Galway, Limerick, Cardiff, Bath, Plymouth and Salisbury Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, medieval Alnwick, Edinburgh Castle, Isle of Skye, Falkirk Wheel, Guinness Storehouse, the Giants Causeway, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone, Waterford Crystal Showroom, the Roman Baths in Bath and the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge View York Minster, Culloden Battlefield, Eilean Donan Castle, the 18th hole at St. Andrews, the magnificent Cliffs of Moher and the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth Scenic Drive around the Ring of Kerry and on a Cornish Excursion Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates An expert Travel Director and professional Driver London: The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar’s recommended London hotel London: Pick-up and drop-off when you stay at the Trafalgar recommended London hotel, booked through Trafalgar 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 Ferry across the Irish Sea from Ireland to South Wales Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

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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 that is London is yours to explore today - the perfect launch pad to discover what’s great about Great Britain. Spend the day relaxing in the Royal Parks, amble along the Thames or visit one of the many museums showcasing the art, culture and antiquities of what was once the British Empire.
Day 2 Day 2: Explore The Sights Of London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Explore The Sights Of London

Join a Local Specialist today for a memorable encounter with London’s most iconic sights. See Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey where Britain’s kings and queens have been crowned for centuries. Spend the rest of the day exploring London on your terms - shop for the best of British on Carnaby Street, admire the bright lights of Piccadilly Circus or visit ’The City’ with Christopher Wren’s great St. Paul’s Cathedral.
Day 3 Day 3: Journey To Stratford-Upon-Avon, York And Leeds
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Journey To Stratford-Upon-Avon, York And Leeds

The ’Bard of Avon’ and his legacy take center stage as we travel to Stratford-upon-Avon to view Anne Hathaway’s picturesque thatched cottage and visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor Center before heading to York, where we’ll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and get to know our Travel Director and travel companions.
Day 4 Day 4: Onwards To Edinburgh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Onwards To Edinburgh

We venture north to the medieval market town of Alnwick with its impressive castle and Tenantry Column, upon which the Percy Lion sits imposingly overlooking the town’s beautiful gardens. Enjoy a scenic drive north to the enchanting capital of Edinburgh.
Day 5 Day 5: Explore Elegant Edinburgh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Explore Elegant Edinburgh

Join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour including a visit to Edinburgh Castle, overlooking the town from Castle Rock. See the quaint Royal Mile, Palace of Holyroodhouse and new Scottish Parliament building. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.
Day 6 Day 6: Venture To The Scottish Highlands
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Venture To The Scottish Highlands

We continue north to the historic town of St. Andrews, home to the oldest golf course in the world. View the famous 18th green which the golfing greats have clamoured to play on for centuries, before heading to picturesque Pitlochry and our overnight stop in the Scottish Highlands.
Day 7 Day 7: Culloden, Loch Ness And On To The Isle Of Skye
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Culloden, Loch Ness And On To The Isle Of Skye

View the site of the bloody Battle of Culloden, where Bonnie Prince Charlie and his army of Jacobites were defeated in 1746. Then meander through the scenic Scottish Highlands along the banks of Loch Ness in search of Nessie. We’ll view the 13th-century Eilean Donan Castle where three lochs meet before traveling to the Isle of Skye where we dine in our hotel tonight.
Day 8 Day 8: Journey To Glasgow
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Journey To Glasgow

Journey past the site of the tragic 1692 massacre at Glencoe, known as the ‘Glen of Weeping’ before heading to the Scottish cultural capital, Glasgow, where our orientation tour includes views of the Cathedral and the magnificent George Square, lined with statues of Great Britain’s most celebrated sons.
Day 9 Day 9: Continue To The Beautiful Lake District Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Continue To The Beautiful Lake District Dive Into Culture

We visit Falkirk Wheel where you’ll Dive Into Culture learning about the legacy of Scotland’s canals and experience the world’s only rotating boat lift. The runaway wedding capital of Gretna Green is our next stop today. See where eloping couples would make their vows over the Marriage Anvil before crossing the border and arriving in Grasmere, where famous Romantic poet William Wordsworth wrote his famous ‘Daffodils’ poem. See Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, before arriving at your hotel.
Day 10 Day 10: Off To Lively Liverpool
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Off To Lively Liverpool

We travel to the bold British city of Liverpool, hometown of the ’Fab Four’. Saunter through its edgy Scouse streets during your evening at leisure.
Day 11 Day 11: Ferry Across To Dublin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Ferry Across To Dublin

Travel to the ancient town of Chester where your orientation tour will take you past its Roman walls and famous Tudor ’Rows’. We continue along the scenic North Wales Coast to the island of Anglesey en route to Holyhead. Cross the Irish Sea to Dublin, the charismatic Irish capital.
Day 12 Day 12: See The Sights Of Dublin Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: See The Sights Of Dublin Dive Into Culture

Beat the crowds and gain entry to the Guinness Storehouse before general admission. Here you’ll Dive Into Culture and embark on a tour and tasting technique demonstration. Later, we join a Local Specialist to see St. Patrick’s Cathedral and other iconic sights. The rest of the day is yours to explore the Irish capital. Amble along Grafton Street with its colorful performers, head to Temple Bar or stroll through Phoenix Park, Dublin’s playground.
Day 13 Day 13: On The Road To Belfast
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: On The Road To Belfast

This morning, cross the border to Northern Ireland. We meet our Local Specialist ’Cabbie’ who will take us on a journey through the recent history of Belfast in their taxi. Spend the rest of the day at leisure perhaps exploring the Titanic Quarter to learn more about this ill-fated ship.
Day 14 Day 14: Explore The Giant’S Causeway, Londonderry And County Donegal Make Travel Matter
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Explore The Giant’S Causeway, Londonderry And County Donegal Make Travel Matter

This morning, visit Giant’s Causeway, an area of about 40,000 interlocking ballast columns, a UNESCO World Heritage site in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and one of the most iconic natural wonders in the United Kingdom. Our visit will Make Travel Matter by helping to conserve this iconic natural landmark. In Londonderry, walk along the 17th-century walls with your Local Specialist and see the streets and murals of the Bogside. Known as the People’s Gallery, the murals depict the history of the ’troubles’. Later view the Donegal castle that was once the stronghold of the O’Donnell clan before continuing to your hotel where you will enjoy a dinner tonight.
Day 15 Day 15: Venture To Galway
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Venture To Galway

This morning, we stop in Galway to see the stone Cathedral that was built on the site of an old prison, and stroll around Eyre Square with its tribute to John F. Kennedy.
Day 16 Day 16: Off To The Majestic Cliffs Of Moher, Limerick And Killarney Make Travel Matter
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Off To The Majestic Cliffs Of Moher, Limerick And Killarney Make Travel Matter

We’ll visit the dramatic Cliffs of Moher along the Wild Atlantic Way, where we’ll stop for an experience you’ll never forget. Your visit helps preserve the untouched beauty of this UNESCO-listed natural treasure and you’ll feel like you’ve been swept back to an ancient time with none of the distractions of the modern day. Visit the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center and watch enchanted how the extraordinary natural phenomena of this rare and stunning place comes to life in an interactive way you wouldn’t ordinarily get to see. You’ll get a bird’s eye view of the cliffs, soaring above and around them, the quirky looking colonies of Atlantic Puffin that find sanctuary in its nooks and crannies, and explore beneath the pounding Atlantic waves revealing the layers and layers of rock that have formed over 300 million years. We then continue to Limerick to view St. Mary’s Cathedral, the Treaty Stone and King John’s Castle, the tallest spire in Ireland. Our drive continues through picturesque Adare, one of Ireland’s prettiest villages, before arriving in Killarney, our home for the next two nights.
Day 17 Day 17: A Day On The Ring Of Kerry
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: A Day On The Ring Of Kerry

Today, we stop in Killarney on our way to the enchanting Ring of Kerry where Ireland’s enduring natural beauty is our welcome companion as we circle past the fishing village of Waterville, Black Valley and Moll’s Gap.
Day 18 Day 18: Onwards To Blarney And Waterford Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Onwards To Blarney And Waterford Dive Into Culture

In pursuit of the ’gift of the gab’, we kiss the Blarney Stone, before continuing to the House of Waterford Crystal where we will enjoy a fascinating Dive Into Culture demonstration with master crafter.
Day 19 Day 19: Cross The Irish Sea To Cardiff
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Cross The Irish Sea To Cardiff

Cross the Irish Sea to Wales and continue your journey through beautiful countryside to arrive in its capital. Explore Cardiff’s iconic sights – the Principality Stadium, Millennium Center and Victorian fantasy Cardiff Castle at its heart.
Day 20 Day 20: Soak Up Bath And On To Plymouth Connect With Locals
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Soak Up Bath And On To Plymouth Connect With Locals

Arriving in Bath, we admire the city’s elegant Georgian façades and ancient Roman Baths from which it derives its name. This afternoon we head to Somerset for a Be My Guest experience with Ian & Ann Dyer on their modern-day dairy farm. Later we continue to Plymouth, our home for the next two nights.
Day 21 Day 21: Discover The Cornish Peninsula
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 21: Discover The Cornish Peninsula

Embark on an orientation tour and see the Royal Citadel and Mayflower Steps, where brave pilgrims embarked on their epic voyage to the New World centuries ago. Explore the Cornish peninsula and visit the seaside villages of Looe and Polperro.
Day 22 Day 22: Journey To Stonehenge And Return To London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 22: Journey To Stonehenge And Return To London

The mystical ancient monoliths at Stonehenge are our first stop. Ponder their myths that remain largely unsolved before traveling to London.
Day 23 Day 23: Farewell London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 23: Farewell London

Say goodbye to your fellow travelers as you leave London and return home with special memories.

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Britain And Ireland Grandeur Reverse (23 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Britain And Ireland Grandeur Reverse (23 Days)

Day 1: Welcome To London

Day 2: Explore The Sights Of London

Day 3: Journey To Stratford-Upon-Avon, York And Leeds

Day 4: Onwards To Edinburgh

Day 5: Explore Elegant Edinburgh

Day 6: Venture To The Scottish Highlands

Day 7: Culloden, Loch Ness And On To The Isle Of Skye

Day 8: Journey To Glasgow

Day 9: Continue To The Beautiful Lake District Dive Into Culture

Day 10: Off To Lively Liverpool

Day 11: Ferry Across To Dublin

Day 12: See The Sights Of Dublin Dive Into Culture

Day 13: On The Road To Belfast

Day 14: Explore The Giant’S Causeway, Londonderry And County Donegal Make Travel Matter

Day 15: Venture To Galway

Day 16: Off To The Majestic Cliffs Of Moher, Limerick And Killarney Make Travel Matter

Day 17: A Day On The Ring Of Kerry

Day 18: Onwards To Blarney And Waterford Dive Into Culture

Day 19: Cross The Irish Sea To Cardiff

Day 20: Soak Up Bath And On To Plymouth Connect With Locals

Day 21: Discover The Cornish Peninsula

Day 22: Journey To Stonehenge And Return To London

Day 23: Farewell London

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