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  Annie

  Asked on May 18th, 2026

  I'm a bit confused is the link just so I have a page to communicate with you? Also, would I be paired up with my friend Cheryl and her party if I booked now?

  Group size

  Travel Support
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    Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written May 2026

    Regarding the link you received: Yes, this link is mainly a communication tool for you. Through this page, you can easily contact us about anything related to your booking, such as adding extra services for your trip (for example, airport transfers or other add-ons). By using this channel, we can also coordinate directly with the tour operator so they can best assist you with any arrangements or questions you may have.
    
    About being paired with your friend, Cheryl, and her party: If you decide to book now, we can certainly request that you be placed together with Cheryl and her group. Once your booking is confirmed, we will inform the tour operator about your request so they can take note of it and do their best to allocate you together, subject to availability and their arrangements.
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  Rachael

  Asked on May 15th, 2026

  I need hotels list and documents for applying for visa

  Accommodation

  Visa
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    Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written May 2026

    Visa supporting documents are only available 3-4 months prior to departure and will be provided closer to your travel date.
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  Muhammad

  Asked on May 13th, 2026

  How about RT flights+ transfers?

  Flights / Transfers
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    Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written May 2026

    We at Expat Explore regrettably do not have the capacity to arrange flights for customers who book our Tours. Flights and Transfers will have to be arranged by the customers from their end.
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  Daniel

  Asked on May 4th, 2026

  I would like to have an idea about how much more we will spend on optional(others) tours during the trip.

  Price / Availability
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    Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written May 2026

    It's a great idea to plan ahead for optional excursions. While everything is optional, many travellers choose a few along the way. Here's a guide to the available optional excursions, along with approximate pricing and a short description to help you budget:
    
    Stonehenge – £30 – Visit the iconic prehistoric stone circle
    Shakespeare's Birthplace & Afternoon Tea – £49 – Explore Shakespeare's home + classic tea experience
    The Beatles Story & Museum – £21 – Discover the history of The Beatles in Liverpool
    Ireland's Identity – €80 – Cultural and historical tour of Dublin
    Whiskey & Guinness Experience – €69 – Distillery tour, tastings & Guinness Storehouse
    Irish Music Evening – €69 – Dinner with live Irish music and dance
    Full Irish Experience – €199 – Bundle of the 3 Dublin experiences (pre-book required)
    Ring of Kerry Day Trip – €60 – Scenic drive with stops and cultural experiences
    Tales of Galway – €35 – Storytelling evening with live music in a pub
    Titanic Belfast Experience – €34 – Interactive Titanic museum visit
    Loch Ness Cruise – £25 – Scenic cruise on Loch Ness
    Sights of Stirling – £25 – Guided highlights including monuments and viewpoints
    Conquer the Capital Edinburgh – £45 – Visit Edinburgh Castle + city walk
    Heart of Scotland Dinner & Show – £75 – Traditional dinner with music and storytelling
    Alnwick Castle – £24 – Visit the famous castle (Harry Potter filming site)
    Alnwick Garden – £18 – Explore beautiful gardens
    Alnwick Castle & Gardens – £36 – Combination of both
    
    Estimated spend: Most travellers typically spend around £200–£400 / €200–€400 total, depending on how many excursions they choose.
    
    Please note:
    Most excursions can be booked on tour with your tour leader
    The Full Irish Experience must be pre-booked before departure
    Prices and availability are subject to change
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  Naomi

  Asked on May 1st, 2026

  Can you please provide more information on the itinerary, inclusions, and types of accommodations available for this tour?

  Accommodation

  Tour Details
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    Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written May 2026

    This is a 13-day, fully-guided tour starting and ending in London, covering 5 countries: England, Wales, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland.
    
    What's included: 12 nights accommodation in 3 & 4-star hotels, 12 breakfasts and 6 dinners, Travel by air-conditioned coach, 19 included experiences, such as: Exploring Bath and Stratford-upon-Avon, Visiting Blarney Castle and the Cliffs of Moher, Seeing the Giant's Causeway and Loch Ness, Touring cities like Belfast, York, and Cambridge, Plus scenic stops and cultural highlights along the way.
    
    Accommodation: You'll stay in a mix of comfortable 3–4 star hotels, typically on a twin-share basis (2 people per room). Solo travellers are usually paired with another same-gender traveller unless a private room upgrade is selected.
    
    Optional excursions: There are also optional experiences available during the tour (bookable on tour with the tour leader), which add even more local flavor to the trip. Some may require pre-booking too.
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  Dawn

  Asked on April 25th, 2026

  Is there a way to put my itinerary with the dates available on my app. I'm not the primary contact. But I can't get to the itinerary easily and need to share it with my family and friends so they know where I am.

  Tour Details
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    Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written April 2026

    You and your family can view the itinerary on our website. If you need a more detailed itinerary, we suggest contacting your lead traveller, who can provide these details through the operator on your confirmed booking conversation page. The tour operators will typically send more specifics as your departure date approaches.
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  Grace

  Asked on April 25th, 2026

  Are their options for transport to and from the airport for the beginning and end of the tour?

  Flights / Transfers
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    Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written April 2026

    We do not offer direct airport transfers to or from the tour start and end points.
    
    However, we can certainly advise you on suitable options to arrange this, such as reliable airport transfer services, taxis, or other local transport providers depending on your arrival and departure airport.
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  Gillian

  Asked on April 23rd, 2026

  This tour says ages 10 to 75. I recently turned 80 years old, I am fairly active physically, including sometimes doing swing and salsa dancing. Is the age deadline of 75 a firm limit?

  Age Range
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    Gillian

    Traveler•Written April 2026

    Is it possible to book the same hotel room in London for the 3 days before the tour begins? Should I contact the hotel directly to ask about this early arrival option?
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    Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written April 2026

    In terms of age, while the guideline for this tour is 10 to 75 years old, it is not a strict cut-off. What's most important is your fitness and mobility level, as our tours can be quite fast-paced and include walking tours lasting up to 2–3 hours, sometimes on uneven ground or cobblestones, along with early starts and long travel days. Based on what you've shared, it certainly sounds like you're active, so it should be okay.
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    Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written April 2026

    Regarding your stay before the tour, we no longer arrange pre- or post-tour accommodation directly. You're very welcome to contact the hotel used for the tour to check availability, or explore options through platforms like Booking.com, which often provide a wide range of choices and competitive rates.
  
  
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  Martha

  Asked on April 16th, 2026

  I need to book 2 rooms. Is that possible or is that 2 solo tickets that I have to buy? The tour does not include airfare from Montreal to London return right?

  Accommodation

  Flights / Transfers

  Single supplement
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    Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written April 2026

    Absolutely, you can book 2 separate rooms for 2 travellers—this would simply mean selecting a private room (single occupancy) for each person. So yes, it would be priced as two solo/private room add-ons, rather than one twin-share room.
    
    As for flights, you're correct—the tour price does not include international airfare (e.g. Montreal to London return). Our tours are land-only packages, so you would need to arrange your own flights to and from the start/end point.
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  Thomas

  Asked on April 13th, 2026

  which time is best to visit uk and Ireland ? I prefer the cooler weather and less crowded as possible.

  Tour Details
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    Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written April 2026

    If you prefer cooler weather and fewer crowds, the best time to visit would be during the shoulder seasons, particularly May or September to early October, as these months offer mild, comfortable temperatures and a more relaxed experience with fewer tourists, while still enjoying good daylight and open attractions; in contrast, June to August is the busiest and warmest period, and November to February tends to be colder with shorter days?