10-Day UK and Great Britain Tour Packages
Ready for Britain and Ireland’s major highlight? From Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh Castle, Irish coffee demonstrations to Shakespeare birthplace in Stratford. Head to Windsor Castle, Tower of London, Stonehenge, Bath, and the Lake District. You’ll experience history layers thick, castles everywhere, and gorgeous countryside.
Insider tips: Recommended 10-day UK And Great Britain tour itineraries
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10 Days in Britain & Ireland, incl. London and Edinburgh
This grand 10-day circuit through 13 cities crosses 4 countries, beginning and ending in London. Marvel at UNESCO-listed Stonehenge, Cardiff Castle in Wales, and Edinburgh Castle's Crown Jewels. Features centrally-located hotels, with guided tours of House of Waterford Crystal and Shakespeare's Birthplace.
- Days 1-2
London & Southern England
Start your London visit with a morning tour of the main sites. "Our morning orientation gave us the perfect overview - but book afternoon activities since London morning traffic can be intense." On day 2 visit Stonehenge before 10 AM to avoid the crowds. Travel to Bath to see the Roman Baths. A practical note: The limestone steps at the baths can get slippery so wear shoes with good grip.
- Days 3-4
Wales & Ireland
Visit Cardiff Castle in Wales before taking the 4-hour ferry from Pembroke to Rosslare Ireland. Start your next day at Waterford's crystal factory. A visitor suggested: "The morning demonstrations are less crowded and you can really see the craftsmen at work." Next stop is historic Kilkenny before heading to Dublin.
- Day 5
Dublin
Spend your day exploring Trinity College St. Patrick's Cathedral and the Georgian squares. A visitor shared: "The hop-on-hop-off bus was perfect for orientation but walking the cobbled streets of Temple Bar in the evening gave us the real Dublin experience." Make dinner reservations ahead of time since good restaurants fill up quickly.
- Day 6
Northern Ireland & Scotland
Drive to Belfast in the morning about 2 hours from Dublin and stop for photos at City Hall. Take the afternoon ferry to Cairnryan Scotland which takes about 2.5 hours. You'll arrive in Edinburgh by evening. Bring motion sickness medicine the North Channel crossing can be rough.
- Days 7-8
Edinburgh & Northern England
Spend day 7 in Edinburgh starting at the castle. A recent visitor advised: "Get to the castle right at opening (9:30 AM) - by 11 AM the Royal Mile gets incredibly busy." On day 8 travel south through Northumberland to see Hadrian's Wall on your way to York. Visit York's Shambles after 4 PM when most tourists have left.
- Days 9-10
Shakespeare Country & London
Visit Shakespeare's birthplace and Anne Hathaway's cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon. A good tip from a visitor: "Book theatre tickets well in advance if you want to see a Royal Shakespeare Company performance." Head back to London for your final evening. The tour ends the next morning.
10 Days in Ireland & Northern Ireland, incl. Dublin and Galway
A 10-day British Isles tour takes you through 21 locations from London through Wales to Ireland. Highlights include Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, and Giant's Causeway, with comfortable 3*/4* hotels throughout.
- Days 1-2
Dublin Exploration
Take your first two days to get to know Dublin at a comfortable pace. The 48-hour Hop-On-Hop-Off bus tour lets you visit major attractions like Trinity College, Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral whenever you want. One visitor put it well: "The city is very walkable - I ended up exploring mostly on foot my final day despite having the bus pass."
- Day 3
Cork, Blarney & Cobh
Catch the early train (07:00) from Dublin Heuston to Cork. Get there at least 20 minutes early and look for staff in yellow jackets. Head to Blarney Castle before the tour buses arrive around 10:30 AM. Spend your afternoon in historic Cobh, the Titanic's final stop. Make time for the Queenstown Story museum to learn about Irish emigration.
- Days 4-5
Killarney & Ring of Kerry
Stay in Killarney for two nights while you explore Kerry. The Ring of Kerry takes a full day. Pack layers since the weather changes quickly. Kerry Bog Village shows what rural life was like in the 1800s. If it's clear, you'll get amazing views at Skellig where they filmed Star Wars scenes. For evening entertainment, ask locals where to find traditional music sessions.
- Day 6
Cliffs of Moher & Galway
Start early to Limerick for the Cliffs tour. Stop for lunch at O'Connor's Pub in Doolin before seeing the Cliffs. The drive to Galway through the Burren's limestone landscape is beautiful. Bring a good jacket and walking shoes. The Cliffs get very windy.
- Days 7-8
Aran Islands & Connemara
Visit Inis Mór, the biggest Aran Island, and explore Connemara. Give yourself 75 minutes to see Dún Aonghasa fort on Inis Mór. In Connemara, take the scenic route through Leenane and Kylemore Abbey. As one traveler noted: "The Connemara tour felt a bit fast-paced with early starts, but we saw so much of the authentic Emerald Isle."
- Day 9
Giant's Causeway Day Trip
Leave Dublin Connolly at 06:50 for Belfast, then continue along the beautiful Antrim Coast. You'll pass through pretty villages like Carnlough and Cushendall. You get about 2 hours at the Causeway to explore the rock formations and visitor center. Back in Dublin by 22:15 (20:15 November-February).
- Day 10
Final Dublin Day
Use this day to see anything you missed in Dublin. The center is easy to walk around. Visit Kilmainham Gaol for Irish history or shop on Grafton Street. Most attractions open at 9:30 AM, so plan accordingly if you're leaving that afternoon.
Castles and Kilts
The British countryside beckons over 10 days across England, Scotland, and Wales. 3 nights in London, 2 in Ruthin Castle, visiting 10 cities including Oxford, Chester, and Edinburgh. Well-paced itinerary balancing guided tours with free time.
London England
20 miWindsor England
33 miOxford England
36 miStratford-upon-Avon England
21 miBirmingham England
63 miLlangollen Wales
11 miRuthin Wales
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Llanberis Wales
6 miCaernarfon Wales
39 miRuthin Wales
24 miLiverpool England
44 miLancaster England
23 miWindermere England
109 miEdinburgh Scotland
UK and Great Britain 10 Day Tour Packages You'll Love
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London - Dublin & The All Ireland Tour
Castles and Kilts
Great British and Irish Route
Taste of Scotland & Ireland - 10 Days/9 Nights (including Loch Ness)
Britain and Ireland Highlights (London Overnights)
British Isles London to Dublin Adventure - 9 days
England Scotland Ireland – Highlights of UK
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Aonghus Youth
What people love about 10-day UK and Great Britain tours
- Essential Britain & Ireland
Wonderful trip. Great guide and driver.
- Castles and Kilts
The travel director was amazing! Loved all the sites and accommodations!
Greg is passionate and professional. There's great energy and positive vibes throughout the tour. He is always appreciative about his co-partners such as coach captain, local specialist. He always surprises us with daily treats on our seats and lively music. Thank you Trafalgar for giving us good memories.
Britain and Ireland Highlights (London Overnights)
