10-Day England and Ireland Tour Packages

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

  This 10-day trip takes you through England and Ireland, visiting Dublin, Waterford, Cardiff, Bath, and London. See the Guinness Storehouse and Trinity College in Dublin, then admire thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud Farm in Kildare. Watch master crafters at the House of Waterford Crystal workshop before checking out the UNESCO-listed Roman Baths in Bath and the mysterious stone circle at Stonehenge.

  

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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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• Britain and Ireland Highlights (London Overnights)

  This 10-day trip covers England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland, and Wales, stopping in 16 destinations with highlights at Edinburgh Castle and the UNESCO-listed Roman Baths in Bath. See Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, cruise past Lake Windermere in the Lake District, and watch crystal crafting at the House of Waterford Crystal. Stay 2 nights at Clayton Ballsbridge in Dublin, have a Be My Guest dinner at Glyndwr Vineyard in Wales, and try a Guinness tasting at the Guinness Storehouse.

  

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  • London England

    82 mi

  • Stratford-upon-Avon England

    125 mi

  • York England

    18 mi

  • Harrogate England

    168 mi

  • Glasgow Scotland

    115 mi

  • Windermere England

    42 mi

  • Gretna Green Scotland

    66 mi
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  • Edinburgh Scotland

    143 mi

  • Belfast Northern Ireland

    87 mi

  • Dublin Ireland

    63 mi

  • Kilkenny Ireland

    28 mi

  • Waterford Ireland

    63 mi

  • Kildare Ireland

    195 mi

  • Cardiff Wales

    36 mi

  • Bath England

    26 mi

  • Stonehenge England

    76 mi

  • London England

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