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Britain and Ireland Explorer (2026, 16 Days) (46 destinations)

16 days
Start and end in London
4.5
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 40 - 49
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore the picturesque countryside of Britain and Ireland
  • Visit the birthplace of the legendary William Shakespeare
  • Marvel at the waters and mountains of the Lake District
  • Step back in time and venture through medieval castles

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 London – Stratford-upon-Avon – York – Bradford
  2. Day 2 Bradford – Edinburgh
  3. Day 3 Edinburgh sightseeing and free time
  4. Day 4 Edinburgh – St. Andrews – Scottish Highlands
  5. Day 5 Scottish Highlands excursion
  6. Day 6 Scottish Highlands – Glasgow
  7. Day 7 Glasgow – Gretna Green – Lake District – Wrexham
  8. Day 8 Wrexham – Chester – Dublin
  9. Day 9 Dublin sightseeing and free time
  10. Day 10 Dublin - Boyle - Co. Donegal
  11. Day 11 County Donegal excursion
  12. Day 12 County Donegal – Galway – Cliffs of Moher – Shannon
  13. Day 13 Shannon – Dingle Peninsula – Co. Kerry
  14. Day 14 Co. Kerry – Blarney – Waterford
  15. Day 15 Waterford – Cardiff
  16. Day 16 Cardiff – Bath – Windsor – London
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4.5
Overall rating based on 28 Reviews
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    4.5
  • Transport
    4.6
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.0
  • Food
    3.9
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  • C
    July 25th, 2024
    5.0
    Selene and Dave were incredibly helpful and fun to be around. There was enough free time mixed in the with all the...
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    Traveled in July 2024
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    We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with our On The Road Team and the exceptional service they provided. Your feedback means the world to us. Thank you for choosing Costsaver for your travels.
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    June 10th, 2024
    5.0
    Our guide Serkan was a world of knowledge about the places we were visiting. He was able to tell us stories and...
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    Traveled in May 2024
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    Thank you for being our guest and travelling with Costsaver. We are pleased that you enjoyed your journey with us and that our Travel Director significantly enhanced your experience. We will share your compliments with him.
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  • M
    June 4th, 2024
    4.0
    I thought our tour leader, Serkan, did a great job in leading the tour. His knowledge of the route and history of the...
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    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: Costsaver
    Thank you for sharing your review with us. Our Travel Director takes care of all the travel details to ensure our guests have a stress-free vacation without worrying about the paperwork. We appreciate your trust in Costsaver and thank you for being our guest.
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  • D
    May 24th, 2024
    5.0
    Best tour leader Pete! Very attentive to every passenger and well organized. Our driver Dave was a master at...
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    Large mural on a building with colorful designsCliffs and green fields with a cloudy skyTower Bridge with a bus passing on the roadStatue of a tiger camouflaged in greeneryDisplay of swords on a wooden panelMemorial statue of soldiers with flowers at the base
    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: Costsaver
    Thank you for your excellent review, it gives us great joy knowing you have enjoyed your journey with us. We hope to welcome you on tour with us again.
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  • Britain and Ireland Explorer (2026, 16 Days) (46 destinations) reviewer 5
    October 20th, 2023
    5.0
    This tour was absolutely amazing. So much to see, and never enough time. But everything that I saw and everywhere I...
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    Iconic tall cliffs meeting rough sea waters.Person in a hat standing before a large cathedral.Tourists near a sign indicating the border of Scotland.Gothic-style cathedral under renovation surrounded by autumn trees.Boat on a lake beneath a vibrant rainbow.Historic red brick cathedral within a garden courtyard.
    Traveled in September 2023
    Reply from: Costsaver
    Thank you for sharing your photos and feedback during your time in Britain and Ireland. We are delighted you got to experience all the beautiful highlights these two countries offer. At Costsaver, we understand the importance of having a professional Travel Director travelling with our valuable guests to deliver incredible trips, and we are beyond thrilled to know that they created such a fun and caring atmosphere in addition to providing you with their knowledge on what these beautiful countries have to offer. What’s more, we are incredibly pleased that we were able to help you to create some unforgettable memories.
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  • T
    October 1st, 2023
    4.0
    So, the vast amount of territory we covered, the competence and congeniality of our guide and the care taken by are...
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    Traveled in September 2023
    Reply from: Costsaver
    Thank you for your review. We are thrilled to learn that our Travel Director and Coach Driver significantly contributed to making it a memorable experience during your time away with us, and their evident passion for travel greatly enhanced your overall enjoyment of the trip. However, we regret to learn that you felt some of the hotels failed to meet the high standards we are recognised for. Such feedback allows our Product Development team the opportunity to review the standards of our chosen hotels, ensuring that the facilities and services provided are excellent. Please note we have a case open for your booking, and our Guest Relations Department is investigating your concerns. Once the investigation is completed, one of our team members will reach out to you. That said, we still hope you have taken lots of lasting highlights away from your time away with us.
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  • E
    September 28th, 2023
    4.0
    Our tour guide, Carmila, and our drivers, two Tony’s, were EXCELLENT! The sites were awesome and will give us...
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    Traveled in September 2023
    Reply from: Costsaver
    We appreciate your positive feedback during your time in Britain and Ireland. We are delighted that our Travel Director and Coach Driver was professional and enthusiastic about travel, which is crucial in creating a memorable trip and enhancing your overall experience. We take pride in knowing our valuable guests are happy with their overall experience, and having your valuable feedback assists our Operations team in seeing where we can improve our itineraries. That said, we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again; until then, we remain committed to our guests.
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  • H
    August 21st, 2023
    5.0
    Except optional dinner is bit expensive and food is not that great, rest of tour is great.
    Traveled in July 2023
    Reply from: Costsaver
    Thank you for your feedback during your Britain and Ireland trip. We do apologise you felt that the optional dining experience offered on this trip did not meet your expectations. We have passed on your suggestions to our Product Development team, as there is nothing better than our guests’ input when considering ways to improve our meals. That said, we are, without a doubt, happy to have been given the opportunity to host you on Costsaver, and we hope to welcome you back to travel with us again soon.
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  • Britain and Ireland Explorer (2026, 16 Days) (46 destinations) reviewer 9
    May 31st, 2023
    5.0
    We saw and experienced much more than I expected! Travel director and coach driver went out of their way to show us...
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    Traveled in May 2023
    Reply from: Costsaver
    Thank you for your feedback during your time in Britain and Ireland. We recognise the importance of having a professional Travel Director and Coach Driver travelling with our valuable guests to deliver incredible trips, and we are beyond thrilled to know that they created such a caring and fun atmosphere in addition to providing you with their knowledge on what these beautiful countries have to offer. We look forward to sharing another incredible adventure with us.
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  • T
    May 28th, 2023
    4.0
    It was nice I liked the tour director but I wish he talked a little less about random things so I could have got some...
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    Traveled in May 2023
    Reply from: Costsaver
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We have noted your comments on the Travel Director, and your feedback has been shared with the relevant departments to ensure we continue offering the best experience to our future travellers. What is more, we are incredibly pleased that we were able to help you to create some unforgettable memories.
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    Carole

    Asked on December 6th, 2025

    Would we have separate beds in all accommodation? What would the extra be for separate rooms?

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    • CostsaverOperatorWritten December 2025

      If you book the Twin Room option, you will have two separate beds in all accommodations. The cost for this option is NZD 6,725.00 per person. If you prefer a Single Room, you will have the room entirely to yourself with your own bed in all accommodations. This option costs an additional NZD 1,150.00, bringing the total to NZD 7,875.00 per person.

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      This tour doesn't have a departure available in November this year or next year. For next year, we only have April to September departure availabilities.

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    Barbara

    Asked on October 9th, 2025

    How much time do we get in St. Andrews? We have golfers!!! also, is the Military Tatoo an option?

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    • CostsaverOperatorWritten October 2025

      After reviewing your itinerary, you'll be spending approximately one hour in St. Andrews, with an expected arrival around 10:00 AM. As for the 2027 Military Tattoo departure, the official dates are anticipated to be released around Summer 2026.

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      Any changes to accommodations or itineraries will be communicated to you in advance to avoid confusion.

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    Karel

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    Is transfer from the airport included in the tour?

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      Transfers are not provided under this package; travelers must arrange their own transport to and from the airport.

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    Charles

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      Currently, there are no confirmed options for pre or post accommodations. This information might change closer to the tour date.

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      If you'd like to change your payment method, please inquire about the possibility to switch to manual payments.

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    Ariadna

    Asked on December 30th, 2024

    Will you provide a detailed list of optional activities?

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      Yes, you can visit our website to see a list of optional activities available during the tour.

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      Travel insurance is recommended to cover any emergencies or issues that may arise during your trip.

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