
Britain and Ireland Explorer (Small Groups, Summer, 15 Days)
- Tour Operator:
- Insight Vacations
- Max group size:
- 40
- Age range:
- 5 to 99
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 205012
Places You’ll See

Travel, Your Way
Good reasons for travelling privately:
Personalise your trip
Make changes to the itinerary, accommodation, or transport method
Increased safety during COVID
Spend the majority of time amongst your group to reduce exposure to others
Travel more exclusively
Your tour guide can focus all their attention on your group
Travel for a special occasion
Celebrate an important event by only travelling with your friends or family
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1: Welcome to London.
- Day 2: Stratford-upon-Avon and Medieval York.
- Day 3: Durham, Hadrian's Wall and Edinburgh
- Day 4: Scotland’s Capital of Culture
- Day 5: St. Andrews and Inverness
- Day 6: Loch Ness and Glencoe
- Day 7: The English Lakes to Chester
- Day 8: North Wales and over to Dublin
- Day 9: In Dublin’s Fair City
- Day 10: From Dublin to Killarney
- Day 11: Ring of Kerry Experience
- Day 12: Blarney Castle and Waterford
- Day 13: Across the Irish Sea to Cardiff
- Day 14: Roman Baths and Stonehenge.
- Day 15: Homeward Bound.
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- AAnnemarieFantham· August 24th, 2019Cruise Director was the best, very well organised, great with everyone, her knowledge and information on the countries we visited was exceptional. Always happy & smiling, Meagan you were the best. Must add our Coach Driver Nathan was great as well... Show moreInsight Vacations commented on this reviewThank you so much for sharing this with us. We are very happy to learn that you enjoyed every bit of your Insight Vacations experience; from our very knowledgeable staff to our wide-ranging itinerary. Most of all, we truly look forward to our next... Show moreTrip date: August 2019
- WSWerner· August 7th, 2019Shawn kept our group well organized. It was a pleasure having him as our tour director.Insight Vacations commented on this reviewWe are delighted to learn that your experience in Europe with Insight Vacations was a total success. We are even happier to hear that our tailored itinerary allowed you to see all the magnificent sights and cities of Britain and Ireland. Furthermore, we... Show moreTrip date: July 2019
- MLMichele· June 14th, 2019Amazing places in such a short time; my first overseas trip thrilling to see where my family came from; comfortable coach small friendly group. David was brilliant, his knowledge of places and history is encyclopaediac; I became ill during the trip and... Show moreInsight Vacations commented on this reviewWe are delighted to learn that your experience on the Britain and Ireland Explorer tour exceeded all your expectations. We are very proud to hear about the professionalism and passion shown by our staff throughout your time on the road. Furthermore, we... Show moreTrip date: May 2019
- NBNorman· May 9th, 2019Originally we were booked on another trip but due to insufficient numbers we were offered this trip. The best thing that could have happened. Great trip all round, great company and excellent tour guideInsight Vacations commented on this reviewThank you so much for sharing this with us. We are very happy to learn that you enjoyed every bit of your Insight Vacations experience through Britain and Ireland; from our very knowledgeable and attentive staff to our wide-ranging itinerary. Most of... Show moreTrip date: April 2019
- RLRita· August 19th, 2018It was the trip of a lifetime for us and we had a wonderful experience. Peter, our guide, was very knowledgeable, witty, and helpful. He worked hard to ensure we had good photo opportunities, understood the history, and knew our options. Amazing time... Show moreTrip date: July 2018
- SNSharon· September 6th, 2016The Britain & Ireland Explorer Tour was amazing. Our tour director Matt Lawson was a laugh and so helpfull. The coaches are comfortable and good we have regular toilet breaks. The hotels we stayed in were interesting with character and good conversation... Show moreTrip date: July 2016
- LHLiane· December 28th, 2015I had a wonderful time. The whole trip went without a problem. The tour guide was unfailingly cheerful, helpful and informative. Fantastic from star to finish.Trip date: May 2012
- KCKeith· November 24th, 2015Wonderful experience, great sights and experiencesTrip date: August 2015
- MHMelissa· November 24th, 2015A perfect vacation! Great accommodations, a superb guide (Nigel Hannay), the best driver (Terry), beautiful scenery, excellent options, delicious food, timely transfers and the best people in the world to share it all with. We will definitely choose... Show moreTrip date: June 2011
- Robyn· October 16th, 2015GEMS OF BRITAIN INCLUDING EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO 2015 Paid more to be with a superior company but found our tickets to the tattoo were the worst possible available. Group was split. Our tickets were for row FF. Which is the very top row, has limited... Show moreTrip date: August 2015
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- Monday13 Sep, 2021EnglishMonday27 Sep, 2021Based on SingleSee Similar Tours For These Dates$5,275
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