2-Week England and Scotland Tour Packages
It may be small, but it’s mighty! Britain runs from Plymouth's maritime history on the southwest coast up to the Cuillin Mountains on Skye. Liverpool brings Beatles landmarks, Chester shows Tudor architecture, Edinburgh has its castle and Military Tattoo, Lake District offers countryside in between. From England's southern ports through to Scottish Highland peaks, British landmarks span centuries.
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14 Day Britain Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh
This 14-day voyage combines Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile with York's medieval Shambles. The route traverses Scottish Highlands to Isle of Skye, Fort William, and Glencoe. St. Andrews' famous golf course and Edinburgh's Palace of Holyroodhouse complete the experience. Includes 13 breakfasts and 5 dinners.
- Days 1-2
London
Give yourself two full days in London. Start at Westminster Abbey right when it opens at 9:30 AM to avoid crowds. Take the Tube to Tower Bridge outside of rush hour (8-9:30 AM) and walk along the South Bank to Borough Market for lunch. For the best city views, ride the London Eye around sunset.
- Days 3-4
Southwest England
Visit Stonehenge early before 10 AM to beat the tour buses. Continue to Bath to explore its Roman ruins. Use Exeter as your base for discovering Devon. Visit the historic Barbican district in Plymouth where the Mayflower set sail. Plan your Polperro visit during low tide to walk the harbor's rocky beach.
- Day 5
Cardiff & Wales
Stop at Glastonbury to see the abbey ruins on your way to Wales. Visit Cardiff Castle and climb the keep around 4 PM when the light is perfect for photos. One reviewer noted: "The local guides in Wales were very knowledgeable and brought the history alive."
- Days 6-7
Northern England
Walk Chester's Roman walls and see its Tudor buildings. Visit Liverpool for its Beatles sites. Take a morning cruise on Lake Windermere when the water is calmest. Stay in Bowness-on-Windermere for convenient lake access.
- Days 8-9
Scottish Highlands
Drive through the stunning Glencoe valley to Fort William near Ben Nevis. The Isle of Skye offers incredible views but requires careful driving on narrow roads. Base yourself in Portree for harbor views and fresh seafood. Pack waterproof clothes as Highland weather changes quickly.
- Days 10-11
Edinburgh
Take two full days to explore Scotland's capital. Walk the Royal Mile early to avoid crowds. Buy Edinburgh Castle tickets online to save time. A traveler recommends: "Get to the castle viewpoint by 1 PM to hear the One O'Clock Gun - it's quite a spectacle!"
- Days 12-13
York & Stratford
Discover York's medieval streets and magnificent Minster. Visit Shakespeare's birthplace first thing in Stratford-upon-Avon. Try afternoon tea at the Arden Hotel with views of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
- Day 14
Return to London
Take a morning train from Stratford (2 hours) back to London for your final day.
13 Day Great Britain Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh
This 13-day British tour covers 16 key destinations across England and Scotland. The itinerary features Edinburgh Castle, York Minster, and Lake District UNESCO site. Stays at Holiday Inn Kensington and Capital Edinburgh included.
- Days 1-2
London
Start in the bustling capital city. One traveler shared, "The London stop gave us great flexibility - just make sure to plan your optional activities in advance." Use your first day to get settled, then dedicate Day 2 to major attractions. Visit St. Paul's Cathedral before 10 AM to avoid crowds. The Tower of London gets packed quickly. A reviewer noted: "We waited in such a long line for the Crown Jewels that we barely had time to see the Tower itself."
- Days 3-4
Northern England
Your journey takes you through Oxford and Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon on the way to Leeds. The next day is for exploring York's historic streets. A recent visitor suggests: "York's narrow Shambles gets very busy by midday - explore early morning for the best experience." Your drive to Edinburgh goes through beautiful Northumberland National Park.
- Days 5-6
Edinburgh & Scottish Highlands
You'll spend two nights in Edinburgh to fully explore the city. One reviewer shared: "The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in August was spectacular, but book seats well ahead." On Day 6, travel through St. Andrews and Pitlochry into the Highlands. Good advice from a traveler: "Layer up for Highland weather - it can shift quickly from sun to rain."
- Days 7-8
Glasgow & Lake District
After seeing Loch Ness, you'll head to Glasgow. The next day takes you through Gretna Green to the Lake District. Reviews mention: "The Lake District's narrow roads mean some slower travel times - but the scenery is worth it."
- Days 9-10
Liverpool & Wales
Time in Liverpool is followed by a trip through North Wales and Snowdonia National Park. Next, you'll travel to Cardiff via Ludlow. A guest points out: "The Welsh valley roads are winding - take motion sickness pills if needed."
- Days 11-13
Western England & London
You'll visit Bath's Roman sites, Glastonbury, and Dartmoor before reaching Plymouth. One traveler suggests: "Bath gets extremely crowded - arrive at the Roman Baths right at opening." The trip ends with Stonehenge and a return to London. Recent advice: "Book your Stonehenge time slot in advance to avoid disappointing waits."
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What people love about 2-week England and Scotland tours
- Best of Britain (London Overnights)
The tour director and driver were amazing.
- England, Scotland & Wales
Overall, it was a good way to see a lot of different places in the UK, although the time spent on the bus was a sort of necessary evil. We had an excellent guide in Mike Cole, who was very conscientious about offering information prior to each stop and facilitating our logistics at hotels, etc. Mike also has good people skills and connected personally with our group. Meyrion was our driver and was very congenial and upheld high professional standards. We felt very safe with him at the wheel. Two suggestions, however: 1. There were maps provided for most of our city stops, but not in Oxford. There should also be a map provided for that stop. We had someone who was unable to locate the bus and had to be left behind. (She later rejoined the tour in Leeds.) She didn't have a data connection on her phone, so she couldn't use GPS, and no one on the street was able to help her with directions. 2. I don't know how many others felt the same way, but I didn't need or want music playing over the speakers without an option for turning them off. It also seemed to become louder and more intrusive in the final few days, too, requiring me to block it out by using an mp3 player. If music were to play, it should be more middle of the road (soft rock, acoustic, folk, Beatles, etc.), not anything harsh or too unfamiliar.
- Essential Britain
Excellent guide and very thorough itinerary. I had a wonderful time!