Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Bristol
You'll meet your 27-35 crew and board the coach for the start of your trip. First stop is Windsor Castle for some great views of the royal residence, then you have time to walk around the town on your own. After that, you're heading to Bath where the Regency architecture lines the historic streets and you can wander at your pace. By evening you'll arrive in Bristol, drop your bags at the hotel, and join everyone for a welcome dinner. Stick around afterward to explore the city and get to know your new travel mates.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner in Bristol)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Bristol Centre Hotel (or similar)), Hotel (Holiday Inn Hotel Bristol Filton (or similar))
Included Activities
- View of Windsor Castle
- Welcome dinner in Bristol
Optional Activities
- Walk the Long Walk in Windsor
- Explore Windsor town gardens and riverside
- Visit Royal Crescent in Bath
- Visit Roman Baths in Bath
- Visit Jane Austen Museum in Bath
- Canal cruise in Bath
- Explore Bristol's colourful buildings and bridges
Landmarks Windsor Castle Royal Crescent Roman Baths Jane Austen Museum 
- Day 2
Oxford - Stratford-upon-Avon - Birmingham
Fuel up with breakfast before deciding how you want to spend your morning. Bristol's street art scene is open for a guided tour with a local if that interests you, or skip it and head straight to Oxford. Once there, you can walk through world-famous museums, libraries, and churches connected to the prestigious university. Punting along the river is an option if you fancy it. Later you'll stop in Stratford-upon-Avon to check out Shakespeare's birthplace and explore his hometown. You'll finish in Birmingham where you can grab dinner on the streets and settle in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Birmingham New Street Station (or similar))
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Travel to Oxford
- Travel to Stratford-upon-Avon
- Travel to Birmingham
Optional Activities
- Bristol street art tour with local guide
- Explore Oxford's museums, libraries, and churches
- Punt on the river in Oxford
- Explore Stratford-upon-Avon and Shakespeare's birthplace
- Dinner on the streets in Birmingham
Landmarks Oxford University Shakespeare's Birthplace 
- Day 3
Liverpool - Manchester
After breakfast, you're traveling north to Liverpool for a guided tour that covers Beatles history and football culture. Your local guide will walk you through the city's highlights, then you're heading to Manchester for the night. The city has serious musical heritage to discover, and you'll get your first taste of the rock and roll vibe here. Note that some departures skip Manchester and stay in Liverpool instead, so check which applies to your group.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street (or similar))
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Guided city tour of Liverpool
Optional Activities
- Explore Manchester's musical heritage
- Day 4
Manchester to York
Your last morning in Manchester gives you time before you head north to York, a traditional walled city with 2,000 years of history built into its streets. Once you arrive, wander the narrow lanes and check out the Minster, Shambles, and Clifford's Tower. If you're into folklore, there's an optional ghost tour through dark alleyways that goes deep into the city's spookier side. You'll be staying the night in this ancient setting that feels a bit like a Harry Potter film.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Wakefield (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore York's historic sites
Optional Activities
- Visit York Minster
- Explore the Shambles
- Visit Clifford's Tower
- Night ghost tour in York
Landmarks York Minster Clifford's Tower The Shambles 
- Day 5
York to Lake District to Carlisle
You're leaving York and heading to the Lake District where rocky chutes, clear pools, and mini waterfalls create natural scenery throughout the area. Several optional activities are available if you want to explore the lakes and mountains more actively. By evening you'll arrive in Carlisle, England's northernmost town right on the English-Scottish border. It's a good spot to rest up and prepare for what's coming next.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Carlisle City Centre Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Travel through Lake District
Optional Activities
- Explore Lake District attractions and scenery
- Day 6
Carlisle to Edinburgh
Today brings a spectacular drive as you cross the English-Scottish border, passing Hadrian's Wall and the quintessential English countryside along the way. You'll arrive in Edinburgh, a city loaded with ancient history, music festivals, creative energy, and vibrant bars. The evening gives you the option to try a whisky tasting experience and kick off your Scottish adventure properly.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)), Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (or similar))
Included Activities
- View of Hadrian's Wall
- Travel to Edinburgh
Optional Activities
- Whisky tasting experience in Edinburgh
Landmarks Hadrian's Wall 
- Day 7
Edinburgh
This is your free day to explore Edinburgh however you like. If you want structure, join an optional local guide for a tour of Edinburgh Castle perched on an extinct volcano where you can dig into the city's history. Alternatively, spend the day shopping for tartan on Princes Street or discover the creative energy, music venues, and historic charm on your own terms. The choice is entirely yours.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)), Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Edinburgh Castle tour with local guide
- Shopping on Princes Street
- Explore Edinburgh independently
Landmarks Edinburgh Castle Holyrood Palace The Royal Mile Princes Street - Day 8
Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands
You're leaving Edinburgh and heading into the Scottish Highlands with a stop in St. Andrews along the way, the birthplace of golf and home to Scotland's oldest university. The drive takes you through rugged mountain scenery that builds the anticipation. Once you reach the Highlands, you'll have the option to compete in traditional Highland games if that sounds appealing.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Loch Ness Lodge Hotel Drumnadrochit (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop in St. Andrews
- Travel to Scottish Highlands
Optional Activities
- Traditional Highland games competition
Landmarks St. Andrews Swilcan Bridge - Day 9
Loch Ness - Glasgow
You're heading to Loch Ness for a cruise across the UK's most voluminous lake, which holds more water than all of England and Wales's lakes combined. It's also home to the legendary Nessie, so keep your eyes open. After the cruise, visit a rewilding centre to learn about reintroducing native Scottish species like red squirrels, lynx, and beavers. An optional canoe journey across the southern end is available for more wildlife spotting. You'll finish the day in Glasgow with dinner and rest.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Glasgow (or similar))
Included Activities
- Loch Ness cruise
- Visit rewilding centre
- Travel to Glasgow
Optional Activities
- Canoe across Loch Ness southern end
Landmarks Loch Ness 
- Day 10
Stirling - Glasgow
Start early with a stop in Stirling to explore the town where William Wallace fought for freedom and see the famous hilltop castle. Then you'll visit The Kelpies in Helix Park, a spectacular engineering feat with two massive 100ft tall horse statues. Back in Glasgow, you can experience live music on every corner, explore the gothic cathedral, and take in the quirky characters that make the city unique. An optional final celebration dinner with live traditional music is available if you want to wrap up the tour properly.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Glasgow (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Stirling
- Visit The Kelpies in Helix Park
Optional Activities
- Explore Stirling Castle
- William Wallace memorial in Stirling
- Helix Park adventure play park
- Glasgow Cathedral
- Explore Glasgow's live music venues
- Final celebration dinner with live traditional music in Glasgow
Landmarks Stirling Castle The Kelpies Glasgow Cathedral - Day 11
Glasgow
Your tour concludes after breakfast in Glasgow. You'll say goodbye to your travel crew and start planning what comes next. If you've booked the London extension, you'll catch the train back to London where your trip officially ends upon arrival.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Train back to London
