Where?
When?
2

Where to?

Traveling when?

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Who is travelling?

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
From
US $5,050 per person

Best of Britain (Small Groups, Summer, 11 Days)

11 days
From London to Salisbury
4.3
6 traveler reviews
From
US $5,050 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
Save and compare this adventure

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 24
All Ages Welcome
Image of a map showing the route of the tour

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    London

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Thistle Marble Arch, London)

    Optional Activities

    • Walk along the Serpentine in Hyde Park
    • Shop in the boutiques of Knightsbridge
    • Stroll along the Thames to Tower Bridge
    • Visit Tower of London
    Landmarks
    Hyde Park
    Tower Bridge
    Tower of London
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  2. Day 2

    London - Stratford-upon-Avon - York

    Meals
    Dinner (Traditional Yorkshire dinner with the opportunity to mingle with fellow travelers)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton, York)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shakespeare's birthplace
    • Orientation of York including York Minster, city walls and the Shambles
    • Traditional Yorkshire dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Stratford-upon-Avon's black-and-white timber-framed houses
    • Stroll through the Shambles in York
    Landmarks
    Shakespeare's Birthplace
    York Minster
    The Shambles
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  3. Day 3

    Hadrian's Wall to Edinburgh

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Malmaison Edinburgh, Leith)

    Included Activities

    • See part of Hadrian's Wall
    • Visit Jedburgh Abbey

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional dinner at Ghillie Dhu
    Landmarks
    Hadrian's Wall
    Jedburgh Abbey
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Edinburgh

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Malmaison Edinburgh, Leith)

    Included Activities

    • Guided exploration of Royal Mile with Local Expert
    • Visit Edinburgh Castle to view Honours of Scotland and Mons Meg

    Optional Activities

    • Attend The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (select departures)
    Landmarks
    Royal Mile
    Palace of Holyroodhouse
    Sir Walter Scott Monument
    Edinburgh Castle
  5. Day 5

    Edinburgh - Glasgow

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Radisson Blu, Glasgow)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation of Glasgow with Travel Director including George Square and St. Mungo's Cathedral

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Bannockburn historic site
    • View Stirling Castle
    Landmarks
    Bannockburn
    Stirling Castle
    The Trossachs
    Loch Lomond
    George Square
    St. Mungo's Cathedral
  6. Day 6

    Glasgow - Lake District

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Castle Green, Kendal)

    Included Activities

    • Learn about William Wordsworth and visit his grave in Grasmere
    Landmarks
    Gretna Green
    Lake District National Park
    Grasmere
  7. Day 7

    Lake District - Ludlow - Cardiff

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Clayton, Cardiff)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation of Cardiff with Travel Director including Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ludlow's traditional open-air market
    • Admire Ludlow's medieval timber-framed buildings and Georgian mansions
    • Tour Ludlow Castle
    Landmarks
    Ludlow Castle
    Cardiff Castle
    Principality Stadium
  8. Day 8

    Cardiff - Bath - Plymouth

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Leonardo, Plymouth)

    Included Activities

    • Visit the Roman Baths in Bath

    Optional Activities

    • Orientation of Bath including Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and Bath Abbey
    Landmarks
    Roman Baths
    Royal Crescent
    Pulteney Bridge
    Bath Abbey
  9. Day 9

    Plymouth

    Meals
    Dinner (Farm-to-table dinner at Heskyn Mill with organic seasonal produce responsibly sourced from local producers and foraged from the local area, served with wine. All ingredients sourced locally to reduce waste. Vegetables often picked the morning of service from fields belonging to the farm. Includes support for United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Leonardo, Plymouth)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic exploration of Dartmoor National Park with Local Expert OR relaxing Plymouth Harbor cruise
    • Farm-to-table dinner at Heskyn Mill with locally sourced seasonal ingredients
    Landmarks
    Dartmoor National Park
    Plymouth Harbor
    Mayflower Steps
    Royal Citadel
    Plymouth Hoe
  10. Day 10

    Plymouth - Stonehenge - London

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Thistle Marble Arch, London)

    Included Activities

    • Walk around Stonehenge and explore the pre-historic site
    Landmarks
    Stonehenge
  11. Day 11

    London

Want to read it later?

Download this tour’s PDF brochure and start tour planning offline

What's Included

Expand All
  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Number of tours

789

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

76%

When you travel with Insight Vacations every second is magical. You won’t...

Read more

Sustainability Initiatives

Reduce Carbon Emissions

Animal Welfare

Supporting Destinations

Sustainability Programs

Your Peace of Mind Options

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Traveler Reviews

4.3
Overall rating based on 6 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.8
  • Transport
    4.3
  • Guide
    4.0
  • Accommodation
    4.0
  • Food
    4.2
  • 4.5

Sort by

Most recent
Most popular
Highest first
Lowest first

Sort by

Most Recent
Most Popular
Highest First
Lowest First
  • T
    October 3rd, 2022
    5.0
    Greg is an excellent Tour Director. He was well organised and kept us well informed. He had interesting and amusing...
    Show more
    Traveled in June 2022
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for sharing your Britain experience with us. We are pleased our Travel Director allowed you to witness the stunning attractions in Britain and immerse yourself in British culture. We hope you arrived home with many new friendships and with incredible memories.
    Show more
  • E
    July 23rd, 2022
    5.0
    Greg is an amazing tour guide! He is knowledgeable and friendly, and did a fantastic job managing our tour group. He...
    Show more
    Traveled in June 2022
  • Best of Britain (Small Groups, Summer, 11 Days) reviewer 3
    July 18th, 2022
    5.0
    Our trip was fantastic and Greg made it extra special. He is fun, super organized, full of positive energy and love...
    Show more
    Traveled in July 2022
  • C
    July 17th, 2022
    5.0
    Our entire family had such a wonderful time on this tour with Greg! Not only was Greg on top of each detail of the...
    Show more
    Traveled in July 2022
  • C
    September 30th, 2017
    4.0
    Although I was most grateful to Insight for my single room, this, my 3rd tour with your company, was not up to your...
    Show more
    Traveled in September 2017
  • G
    September 25th, 2017
    1.5
    We booked the Best of Britain insight vacation. Having just arrived in London, we are less than impressed with the...
    Show more
    Traveled in September 2017

Dates & Availability

Select departure month and travellers

Select Date

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
Upcoming departures
  • Instant Confirmation
    From Tuesday
    26 May, 2026
    To Friday
    5 Jun, 2026
    English
    Filling Fast
    From:
    US $5,050 per person
    Multiple Room Types
Want to read it later?

Download this tour’s PDF brochure and start tour planning offline

Why book with TourRadar?

    • Trusted and vetted operators
    • Rated excellent on
    • Best price guarantee
    • 24/7 customer support
    • Earn $100 in travel credits
    • Free eSim with every purchase

    To protect your payment and ensure your booking will be processed in United States, never transfer or communicate outside of the TourRadar website or app.

More benefits
Can’t find the answer to your question?
Reach out to the experts at Insight Vacations with your enquiry, they usually respond within 1 day.
From
US $5,050 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
Save and compare this adventure

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:

Good to Know

Tour ID: 189000

  • Currency
    £
    Pound Sterling
    England, Scotland and Wales
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type G.

    Type G
    England, Scotland and Wales
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before May 19th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 19th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Insight Vacations. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Insight Vacations will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "Insight Vacations" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
  • Cancellation Policy
  • Accessibility
    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

Videos

  • 2021 Europe & Beyond
  • Get Back to What You Love
  • Your Well-Being is Our Top Priority
2021 Europe & Beyond

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec