10-Day England and Ireland Tour Packages
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- Days 1-2
London & Shakespeare Country
Start your trip exploring London's Royal Parks and Westminster area. On day 2, take a 2.5-hour coach ride to Stratford-upon-Avon. Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace before 10 AM to avoid crowds. Head to York and spend the afternoon walking the medieval Shambles. A practical note: The cobblestones can be very slippery in wet weather, so pack good walking shoes.
- Days 3-4
Lake District & Scottish Lowlands
Travel through the Lake District with a stop at Windermere. Visit Gretna Green mid-morning when the historic blacksmith's shop is quieter. In Edinburgh, start at the Castle early to beat the crowds. Book a nighttime ghost tour of the Royal Mile's underground vaults for an unforgettable history experience.
- Days 5-6
Dublin's Fair City
Take the 2.5-hour ferry from Scotland to Belfast, then continue to Dublin. Explore Trinity College and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Get to the Guinness Storehouse right when it opens at 9:30 AM. A recent visitor shared: "The best views of Dublin are from the Gravity Bar at sunset - grab a seat by the windows and watch the city turn golden."
- Days 7-8
Ireland's Ancient East
See world-class thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud in County Kildare before visiting medieval Kilkenny Castle. Schedule an early morning tour at the Waterford factory to see craftsmen at work. Take the 4-hour ferry to Wales and spend your evening in Cardiff watching the castle light up after dark.
- Days 9-10
Roman Britain & Return
10 Days in Ireland & Northern Ireland, incl. Dublin and Galway
The 10-day circuit showcases Dublin's Trinity College, Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, and Giant's Causeway. Rail travel from London and 3*/4* hotels with Irish breakfasts included.
- Day 1
London to Dublin
- Days 2-3
Dublin Exploration
- Day 4
Cork, Blarney & Cobh Heritage
- Day 5
Ring of Kerry
- Day 6
Cliffs of Moher & The Burren
Start with a transfer to Limerick and visit medieval Bunratty Castle. Stop for lunch at O'Connor's Pub in Doolin before seeing the Cliffs of Moher. A recent visitor noted: "The coastal drive through the Burren afterwards was incredible - our guide explained all the unique limestone formations and rare flora."
- Days 7-8
Galway & Aran Islands
- Day 9
Giants Causeway & Northern Ireland
Take the early train from Dublin to Belfast (2h15m), then follow the Antrim Coast to Giant's Causeway. Stop to photograph Dunluce Castle ruins. On clear days, you can see Scotland across the water. You'll return to Dublin by 22:15 (20:15 Nov-Feb).
- Day 10
Dublin to London Return
Take the 08:05 ferry from Dublin Port to Holyhead, then connect to your London-bound train. Book a left-side window seat for Welsh coastal views. You'll arrive at London Euston around 16:38, though Sunday times may vary.
- Days 1-2
Southern England to Scotland
Begin in London and travel north to Cambridge (2 hours by bus) to explore the university colleges before lunch. Take a 4-hour ride to York for a late afternoon walk on the medieval walls and visit York Minster. Stay overnight in Durham. The next morning, visit Alnwick Castle, which served as Hogwarts in the early Harry Potter films. You'll reach Edinburgh by afternoon for a city tour.
- Day 3
Scottish Highlands
Start early through the Highlands with a coffee stop in Pitlochry where you can try the local shortbread. The drive to Inverness offers stunning mountain views perfect for photos. Visit Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness (admission included) and take a boat ride to look for Nessie. Winter visitors take an alternate route through Stirling Castle because of shorter days and winter road conditions. Finish your day in Glasgow.
- Days 4-5
Ireland Journey
Take the morning ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast (2 hours) to see the city's historic sites before heading to Dublin. Your next day includes Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and walks along the River Liffey. A useful tip: Temple Bar gets packed with tourists. Visit early for photos or ask locals about quieter pubs in other neighborhoods.
- Days 6-7
Wales to England's Northwest
Take the ferry across the Irish Sea (3-3.5 hours) to Wales. See Caernarfon Castle before traveling to Liverpool. Next day, explore Chester's Roman walls and historic buildings. Travel to Birmingham through Lichfield with its beautiful cathedral. Look for dinner spots in Birmingham's canal district, which has more canals than Venice.
- Days 8-9
The Cotswolds to London