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Essential Britain & Ireland

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Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 36
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    London

    London
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Park Plaza Waterloo), Hotel 4* (Park Plaza Westminster Bridge)
  3. Day 2

    London to Newport, Wales

    London to Newport, Wales
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner at hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (The Coldra Court by Celtic Manor), Hotel 3* (Ty Newport Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Stonehenge prehistoric monument and explorer center
    • See Roman Baths excavations in Bath
    • Orientation of Bath's Georgian architecture
    Landmarks
    Stonehenge
    Roman Baths
    Bath
  4. Day 3

    Newport to Waterford, Ireland

    Newport to Waterford, Ireland
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Tower Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Cardiff Castle
    • Ferry crossing from Pembroke to Rosslare across St. George's Channel
    Landmarks
    Cardiff Castle
  5. Day 4

    Waterford to Dublin

    Waterford to Dublin
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre), Hotel 4* (The Spencer)

    Included Activities

    • Globus Choice excursion: guided walk through Viking Triangle with local guide
    • Globus Choice excursion: House of Waterford Crystal tour
    • Irish Coffee demonstration
    • Visit Kilkenny Castle
    Landmarks
    Viking Triangle
    House of Waterford Crystal
    Kilkenny Castle
  6. Day 5

    Dublin

    Dublin
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre), Hotel 4* (The Spencer)

    Included Activities

    • Morning orientation drive of Dublin
    Landmarks
    O'Connell Street
    St. Patrick's Cathedral
    Trinity College
  7. Day 6

    Dublin to Edinburgh, Scotland

    Dublin to Edinburgh, Scotland
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Marriott Courtyard), Hotel 3* (Mercure Edinburgh Princes Street)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation drive of Belfast
    • Ferry crossing from Belfast area to Cairnryan across the North Channel
    Landmarks
    City Hall Belfast
    Mountains of Mourne
  8. Day 7

    Edinburgh

    Edinburgh
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Marriott Courtyard), Hotel 3* (Mercure Edinburgh Princes Street)

    Included Activities

    • Guided morning sightseeing tour of New Town and Old Town
    • Visit Edinburgh Castle and view Scotland's Crown Jewels

    Optional Activities

    • Edinburgh Military Tattoo (included on specific August departures: August 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, 11, 15, 16, 18, 22, 23)
    Landmarks
    Edinburgh Castle
    New Town
    Old Town
  9. Day 8

    Edinburgh to York, England

    Edinburgh to York, England
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hostel (DoubleTree by Hilton York )

    Included Activities

    • View abbey ruins at Jedburgh
    • See section of Hadrian's Wall
    • Guided walk through York including York Minster and the Shambles
    Landmarks
    Jedburgh Abbey
    Hadrian's Wall
    York Minster
    The Shambles
  10. Day 9

    York to London

    York to London
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Park Plaza Waterloo), Hotel 4* (Park Plaza Westminster Bridge)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace
    • View Anne Hathaway's Cottage
    Landmarks
    Shakespeare's Birthplace
    Anne Hathaway's Cottage
  11. Day 10

    London

    London
    Meals
    Breakfast

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5.0
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  • Itinerary
    4.3
  • Transport
    4.3
  • Guide
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    3.8
  • Food
    3.9
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  • L.4.5•September 2026
    Everything was great. I only wish that I had booked a ride from the airport to begin my trip. The taxi ride was very...
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    Traveled in September 2026
  • Cynthia
    Cynthia5.0•March 2026
    Wonderful trip. Great guide and driver.
    Traveled in June 2024
  • Lucila4.0•July 2025
    Overall, this was a good tour. We got what we signed up for...we wanted to see the countryside of UK and Ireland.
    Traveled in June 2025
  • Alfred5.0•October 2024
    Loved the trip! Our guide was amazing!
    Traveled in August 2024
  • moa4.0•October 2024
    You charged us $280 Canadian dollar for transfer for 2 people but you charged $100 Us for 2 people from Us.
    Traveled in September 2024
  • Stacey
    Stacey4.0•September 2024
    Diermand and drivers were great! The tour was fun but definitely very quick and lots of time spent traveling on bus.
    Traveled in August 2024
  • Douglas4.0•May 2024
    Had to call Globus three times before trip to get the final travel packet. Each time I called ,was told that someone...
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    Traveled in May 2024
  • Barbara
    Barbara5.0•May 2024
    More time in Belfast
    Traveled in April 2024
  • Mary5.0•May 2023
    Paul-Guide and Steve O.-Driver were unbelieveable! We had an EXCELLENT Travel experience!!!!
    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • Susan5.0•May 2023
    Another well organised and executed tour by the Globus Brand. Although a relatively brief tour it was an extensive...
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Globus

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    Oliver

    Asked on July 2nd, 2026

    Which airport is best to fly in and out of from the pick up and drop off points?

    Flights / Transfers
    • GlobusOperator•Written July 2026

      You will be able to fly into either London Heathrow Airport or London Gatwick Airport. Once you are booked on the tour, you will receive instructions on meeting transportation (at the rate of $55 USD per person per transfer) or where to catch a cab or ride share if you choose to arrange your transportation independently.

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    Ann

    Asked on May 11th, 2026

    What is the price for pre-tour accommodation in London?

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      Ann

      Traveler•Written May 2026

      What is the baggage allowance during transport?

    • GlobusOperator•Written May 2026

      We can add up to four (4) additional nights at the rate of $210 USD per person per night for the night of September 9, 2026 and September 10, 2026 and $231 USD per person per night for the nights of September 11, 2026 and September 12, 2026.

    • GlobusOperator•Written May 2026

      You are allowed to bring one (1) suitcase and one (1) carry-on bag. Once booked, your Travel Packet will include the full details for the size and weight for the luggage.

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    Carole

    Asked on April 20th, 2026

    Is the cost the same for 2 rooms for 3 people as quoted. I see that one solo person is much more costly.

    Price / Availability
    Single supplement
    • GlobusOperator•Written April 2026

      Both triple and double rooms are priced the same per person. However, if you prefer a single room, there is an additional supplement fee to cover the extra costs.

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    Richard

    Asked on September 19th, 2025

    Is there enough time without being rushed to see everything listed without being rushed?

    Tour Details
    • GlobusOperator•Written September 2025

      You will be allowed some time to be able to enter some of the locations you will stop and others you will only be able to stop for photos. This tour will be at a good pace. You will be required to do some walking on uneven or cobblestone terrain, stand for long periods of time and possibly climb full flights of stairs.

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    Christine

    Asked on April 4th, 2025

    Does the trip includes airport-hotel-airport transportation? What category are hotels?

    Accommodation
    Flights / Transfers
    • GlobusOperator•Written April 2025

      We can add the arrival and departure transfer at the rate of $55 USD per person per transfer. The hotels we have are Superior First Class to First Class hotels.

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    Else

    Asked on March 1st, 2025

    Are children under 5 suitable for the tour?

    Age Range
    • GlobusOperator•Written March 2025

      The appropriateness of the tour for children under 5 is not directly addressed, which implies it might not be suitable.

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    Ana

    Asked on February 17th, 2025

    Can mobility scooters be accommodated on the tour?

    Travel Support
    • GlobusOperator•Written February 2025

      Motorized wheelchairs or scooters over 55 lbs are not accommodated, and most tour locations are not scooter-friendly.

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    James

    Asked on January 6th, 2025

    what are the age ranges for travelers booked so far

    Age Range
    • GlobusOperator•Written January 2025

      Minimum age to go on Globus Tours is 5, though the average age of people booked on our tours is about 50

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    Jeny

    Asked on January 6th, 2025

    Is there a fee for airport transfers?

    Flights / Transfers
    Price / Availability
    • GlobusOperator•Written January 2025

      Airport transfers are available for purchase; they are not included in the tour package.

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    Fons

    Asked on December 14th, 2024

    Are prices the same for single and double occupancy rooms?

    Price / Availability
    Single supplement
    • GlobusOperator•Written December 2024

      Single travelers have a single supplement cost whereas double occupancy does not incur this.

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