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Real Britain (No London Overnights)

6 days
Start and end in London
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 50
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    England - Bath - Cardiff

    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Clayton)

    Included Activities

    • Walk around Stonehenge megaliths
    • Visit Roman Baths in Bath
    • View Bath Abbey
    • Cardiff city orientation including University of Wales, Principality Stadium, City Hall and National Museum
    Landmarks
    Stonehenge
    Roman Baths
    Bath Abbey
    Principality Stadium
    City Hall, Cardiff
    National Museum, Cardiff
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  2. Day 2

    Cardiff - Ludlow - Liverpool

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Atlantic Tower Hotel Liverpool by Sunday)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Ludlow's medieval timber-framed buildings, Tudor architecture, medieval walls and castle

    Optional Activities

    • Optional city sightseeing tour of Liverpool with a Local Specialist
    Landmarks
    Ludlow Castle
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  3. Day 3

    Liverpool - Lake District - Gretna Green - Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Holiday Inn)

    Included Activities

    • Drive through Lake District viewing Lake Windermere
    • Visit Gretna Green

    Optional Activities

    • Scottish cèilidh with traditional haggis and bagpipes
    • Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (tickets included on departures that coincide with performance dates)
    Landmarks
    Lake Windermere
    Gretna Green
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  4. Day 4

    Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Holiday Inn)

    Included Activities

    • City sightseeing tour with Local Specialist including Royal Mile, Old Town, Arthur's Seat, and Palace of Holyroodhouse
    • Visit Edinburgh Castle

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Rosslyn Chapel with Travel Director
    Landmarks
    Royal Mile
    Edinburgh Castle
    Arthur's Seat
    Palace of Holyroodhouse
    Rosslyn Chapel
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  5. Day 5

    Edinburgh - Hadrian's Wall - York

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional British dinner hosted by a local family in their stately home in York)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Novotel Centre)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Hadrian's Wall
    • Walk along The Shambles in York
    • View York Minster
    • Be My Guest experience: dinner at a local family's stately home in York with traditional British home-cooked hospitality
    Landmarks
    Hadrian's Wall
    The Shambles, York
    York Minster
  6. Day 6

    York - Stratford-upon-Avon - London

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitor Centre in Stratford-upon-Avon
    • View Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage
    Landmarks
    Shakespeare's Birthplace
    Anne Hathaway's Cottage
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4.4
Overall rating based on 42 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.6
  • Transport
    4.7
  • Guide
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    4.1
  • Food
    4.1
  • 4.5

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  • Real Britain (No London Overnights) reviewer 1
    April 27th, 2026
    This was our first Trafalgar tour and it was amazing. Our tour director, Rose, was one of the best I have ever had....
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    Traveled in April 2026
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for travelling with us and for sharing your feedback on your first Trafalgar tour. We are very pleased to hear that Rose made such a strong impression with her knowledge, cultural insights and the thoughtful touches she brought to your journey, including the music and local stories. It is also great to know that both the pub excursion and the Be My Guest experience at Whitwell Hall were standout moments for you. We appreciate your kind comments and hope to welcome you on another trip in the future.
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  • J
    October 20th, 2025
    We had a great time.
    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for travelling with Trafalgar.
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  • M
    October 7th, 2025
    Our Real Britain tour was absolutely phenomenal! The itinerary was great. The hotels were safe and clean, and our...
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    Traveled in September 2025
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you very much for travelling with us and for sharing such wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that your Real Britain tour was a phenomenal experience. It is lovely to know that you enjoyed the itinerary, felt comfortable in the hotels, and were well looked after by both your Travel Director and Coach Driver. Their dedication to creating a safe, smooth and enjoyable journey means a great deal to us, so your kind words will certainly be passed on to them. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are grateful that you chose to explore Britain with us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another holiday in the future.
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  • E
    September 24th, 2025
    It was very interesting
    Traveled in September 2025
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for taking this tour with us. We hope you will join us again in the future.
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  • Real Britain (No London Overnights) reviewer 5
    September 12th, 2025
    The itinerary was planned well, the tour guide and driver were very good. One or two of the hotels had such small...
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    Traveled in August 2025
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and ratings with us. We hope you will consider travelling with us again.
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  • Real Britain (No London Overnights) reviewer 6
    November 11th, 2024
    Well organised tour. Guide was professional abd knowledgeable.
    Traveled in November 2024
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for your feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you found the services provided by our Travel Director exceptional. Their dedication is crucial to our company, and we are committed to delivering the best possible experience for our clients. Thank you for choosing Trafalgar as your guided vacation partner, and we appreciate your continued support.
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  • Real Britain (No London Overnights) reviewer 7
    October 4th, 2024
    Tour was good pleasant and very informative leader (Charlotte)and Gary was such a careful driver always alert and a...
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    Traveled in August 2024
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    We appreciate your feedback and are delighted that you found the services provided by our On The Road Team exceptional. Their dedication is invaluable to our company, and we are fully committed to ensuring the best possible experience for our clients. Your feedback is instrumental in our continuous efforts to improve. We hope to host you again in the future.
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  • S
    August 8th, 2024
    The tour was well thought out and very well planned. Stops were thoughtful also keeping in mind to show us more of...
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    Traveled in July 2024
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We truly appreciate hearing about your positive experience with our On The Road Team. It is excellent to know that they could provide you with exceptional service. We also appreciate your comment regarding the hotels and itinerary. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour, and thank you for recommending our services.
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  • A
    August 4th, 2024
    Thank you Greg for making our trip amazing you are like a walking encyclopaedia the knowledge you have on the history...
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    August 4th, 2024
    Thank you Greg for making our trip a very memorable experience. You are like a walking encyclopaedia with the...
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    Melanie

    Asked on April 14th, 2026

    Where does this tour start from . Where is the meeting place

    Tour Details
    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten April 2026

      You will meet and depart from Hilton London Kensington. The tour departs the London hotel between 05:00–08:00 AM. Because of the early departure, a pre-night stay in London is required and is not included in the tour package. This can be booked either through Trafalgar or independently. If you arrange your own accommodation, please ensure you arrive at the London hotel at least 30 minutes before departure on Day 1.

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    Jan

    Asked on September 7th, 2025

    Where are we on December 31? Do we have triple rooms? What star rating are the hotels?

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    Tour Details
    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten September 2025

      On December 31, you will be in York, England. Triple rooms can be booked subject to availability, but they are best suited for two adults and one child. Hotels are typically 3- to 4-star properties, chosen for comfort, quality, and convenience to sightseeing.

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    Jess

    Asked on August 29th, 2025

    Do you have dates for July 2026? Around the 18th/19th of July 2026.

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten August 2025

      We do have available date on 18-Jul-2026, that will cost US$2,835.00 per person based in a twin room. Please note, trip rate is subject to change.

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    Peter

    Asked on February 2nd, 2025

    What is the luggage allowance for the tour?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten February 2025

      Each traveler can bring one suitcase not exceeding 50 lbs and one piece of hand luggage fitting under the coach seat.

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    Arthur

    Asked on January 31st, 2025

    What is time and starting point of this departure? Is this a guaranteed departure?

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      Arthur

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      What time does the tour end and what time?

    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten February 2025

      The tour will depart from the London hotel between 5:00 AM and 8:00 AM. Due to the early departure times, it is necessary to spend the night before in London. This pre-night stay is not included in the tour package but can be arranged either through Trafalgar or independently. On the final day of the tour, guests will be dropped off at the tour hotel in London in the late afternoon or early evening, marking the end of the tour. The departure on May 5, 2025, is definite.

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    Robin

    Asked on January 12th, 2025

    What happens if I need to cancel my booking?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten January 2025

      Cancellation policies apply as per the terms agreed upon booking, and it is advisable to review these before finalizing.

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    Youssef

    Asked on January 8th, 2025

    What should I know about travel insurance for this tour?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten January 2025

      It is highly recommended to have travel insurance to cover any unforeseen events during your trip.

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    Monika

    Asked on December 31st, 2024

    Where can I find the final itinerary details for the tour?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten January 2025

      Final itinerary details will be provided closer to the departure date once you are confirmed for the tour.

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    Josephine

    Asked on December 16th, 2024

    What is the maximum group size for the Real Britain tour?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten December 2024

      The tour can accommodate up to approximately 48 guests.

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    Felfo

    Asked on December 10th, 2024

    How can I pay for additional experiences during the tour?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten December 2024

      You can pay for optional experiences during the trip using cash or credit cards accepted by your Travel Director.

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