10-Day England and Ireland Tour Packages

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• 10 Days in Britain & Ireland, incl. London and Dublin

  

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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

    Start early at Bath's Roman Baths when they open at 9 AM. Book your Stonehenge time slot in advance and arrive 30 minutes early to get tickets. The site is most impressive at opening or closing time. End your trip in London with an evening walk along the South Bank.

    

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• 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.

  

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  • Day 1

    London to Dublin

    Take the 09:02 train from London Euston to Holyhead (3h40m), then board Irish Ferries' Ulysses for a 3h15m crossing. Consider bringing motion sickness tablets and spend some time on the promenade deck where you might spot dolphins. You'll reach Dublin around 17:25.

    
  • Days 2-3

    Dublin Exploration

    Spend two days exploring central Dublin using your 48-hour Hop-On-Hop-Off bus pass. Visit Trinity College, Guinness Storehouse, and St. Patrick's Cathedral. A recent visitor advised: "Bring a shawl for early morning bus tours - Dublin can be quite chilly even in summer."

    
  • Day 4

    Cork, Blarney & Cobh Heritage

    Leave Dublin Heuston Station at 07:00 for a scenic countryside journey. Get to Blarney Castle before 10:00 to avoid the crowds at the famous stone. Visit the Queenstown Story in Cobh's restored Victorian railway station to learn about Irish emigration. End your day in Killarney.

    
  • Day 5

    Ring of Kerry

    Spend the day exploring the Ring of Kerry's coastal and mountain scenery. Stop at Kerry Bog Village Museum to see what rural life was like in the 18th century. Make photo stops at Sneem village and Ladies View. For the best coastal views, try to sit on the right side of the bus.

    
  • 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

    Stay in Galway for two nights. Take a trip to Inis Mór and visit the ancient Dún Aonghasa fort, where you'll have 75 minutes to explore. On your second day, visit Connemara National Park and Kylemore Abbey. Get to Kylemore early to photograph the castle without crowds.

    
  • 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.

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• 9 Days in UK & Ireland, incl. London and Edinburgh

  

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  • 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

    Visit Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon and drive through the Cotswolds. Stop at the charming market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. End your trip with Bath's Roman sites, Stonehenge (admission included), and Salisbury Cathedral before returning to London.

    

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