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Castles and Kilts

10 days
From London to Edinburgh
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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 - 50
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    London

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Crowne Plaza Kings Cross)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore London independently before the welcome meeting
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  2. Day 2

    London

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Crowne Plaza Kings Cross)

    Included Activities

    • Guided sightseeing tour of London with Local Specialist
    • Visit Buckingham Palace and view Changing of the Guard (subject to event taking place)
    • Visit Harry Potter Platform 9¾ location
    • Visit Tower of London and view Crown Jewels

    Optional Activities

    • Leisurely lunch at St. Katherine's Dock near Tower Bridge
    Landmarks
    Buckingham Palace
    Big Ben
    Tower of London
    St. Katherine's Dock
  3. Day 3

    London

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Crowne Plaza Kings Cross)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore science and natural history museums
    • Visit the London Dungeon
    • Ride the London Eye
    • Browse Hamleys toy store on Regent Street
    • Day trip to Windsor Castle (11th-century)
    Landmarks
    London Eye
    Hamleys
    Windsor Castle
    London Dungeon
  4. Day 4

    London - Oxford - Stratford-upon-Avon - Birmingham

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (AC by Marriott Birmingham City Centre)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation tour of Oxford university city

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Shakespeare's childhood home in Stratford-upon-Avon
    • Explore riverside gardens in Stratford-upon-Avon
    • Browse local shops in Stratford-upon-Avon
    • Optional Experience with Local Specialist exploring Birmingham's street art and industrial heritage
    Landmarks
    Radcliffe Camera
    Sheldonian Theatre
    Bodleian Library
    Divinity School
  5. Day 5

    Birmingham - Llangollen - Ruthin

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Welsh dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ruthin Castle)

    Included Activities

    • Stop and explore Llangollen
    • Cross Horseshoe Pass
    Landmarks
    Ruthin Castle
    Llangollen
    Horseshoe Pass
  6. Day 6

    Ruthin - North Wales

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ruthin Castle)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Llanberis
    • Visit Caernarfon and medieval castle
    • Drive through coastal road with views of Menai Strait and Anglesey

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional pub lunch in Caernarfon
    • Explore Caernarfon castle grounds
    Landmarks
    Caernarfon Castle
    Mount Snowdon
    Menai Strait
    Anglesey
  7. Day 7

    Ruthin - Tatton Park - Liverpool - Lancaster

    Meals
    Breakfast, Afternoon Tea (Afternoon tea overlooking Strawberry Fields), Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lancaster House)

    Included Activities

    • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Tatton Park with costumed farm workers
    • Meet rare breed animals at Tatton Park
    • Be My Guest experience at Strawberry Fields, Liverpool
    • Hear stories and community welcome at Strawberry Fields
    • Explore Strawberry Fields exhibition and gardens

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Liverpool's industrial past
    • Explore Liverpool's rock-and-roll roots
    Landmarks
    Tatton Park
    Strawberry Fields
  8. Day 8

    Lancaster - Lake District - Hadrian's Wall - Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Holiday Inn)

    Included Activities

    • Journey through Lake District
    • Explore Hadrian's Wall
    • Visit Roman Army Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Optional Experience steam train ride
    • Optional Experience tranquil cruise across Lake Windermere
    Landmarks
    Lake District
    Lake Windermere
    Hadrian's Wall
    Roman Army Museum
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  9. Day 9

    Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner celebrating the family adventure with new friends and Travel Director)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Marriott), Hotel (Holiday Inn)

    Included Activities

    • Guided sightseeing tour of Edinburgh with Local Specialist
    • Visit Royal Mile
    • View Scott Monument
    • Visit Edinburgh Castle
    • Explore 'Auld Reekie' medieval lanes and facades
    • The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (on departures that align with performance dates)

    Optional Activities

    • Optional Experience with Travel Director
    Landmarks
    Edinburgh Castle
    Royal Mile
    Scott Monument
    Palace of Holyroodhouse
  10. Day 10

    Edinburgh to departure

    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Castles and Kilts reviewer 1
    January 7th, 2026
    It was a great trip of my life. I enjoyed it a lot. They met my expectations.
    Traveled in December 2025
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for travelling with us and for sharing your feedback. We are delighted to hear that this was a trip of a lifetime for you and that it met your expectations. Knowing that you enjoyed the experience so much truly means a great deal to us. We appreciate you choosing Trafalgar and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another memorable journey in the future.
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  • Castles and Kilts reviewer 2
    July 11th, 2024
    The travel director was amazing! Loved all the sites and accommodations!
    Traveled in June 2024
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you very much for being our guest. We value your feedback, and it is great knowing you have enjoyed this beautiful tour. We hope to welcome you back again.
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    Theresa

    Asked on February 1st, 2023

    why is this tour $350 cheaper per person on tourradar.com than it is on your own site?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten February 2023

      We have dynamic pricing, and the price would be adjusted to the current rate. It can take time to update through on the TourRadar side.

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    Natasha

    Asked on October 9th, 2022

    I have celiac, and need gluten free meals. Can you accommodate.

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten October 2022

      We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking. Unfortunately, we're unable to supply meals in accordance with strict religious requirements. We can't provide salt-free, Kosher, Halal, requests for specific dietary supplements such as soya milk, and high protein or low-carb meals.

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    Paula

    Asked on July 17th, 2022

    Would we be eligible for any discounts

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten July 2022

      We would offer 5% off the land only. We can verify your past booking if you provide us with a previous booking number.

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