UK and Great Britain Tours & Trips
The British and Irish countryside really is like a scene from a Jane Austen book, where lush green fields meet dramatic hills and lakes. Head to the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland, soak up the atmosphere in Belfast and Dublin, explore magical Stonehenge, and see the famous sights of London, from the Tower Bridge to Buckingham Palace. Ready for a memorable adventure?
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Dorothy • traveled in October, 2025
Great experience!! Awesome tour guide and met some awesome people along the way .
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robert • traveled in May
My tour was a great experience, visiting many of my bucket list sites with a great guide and driver. I would recommend this tour to everyone.
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T • traveled in May, 2025
Issues with hotel in Glasgow, not up to the standards expected with a Trafalgar tour. Hotel lacked AC, carpet in the room was filthy, furniture was old and banged up.
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Best of UK & Ireland
423 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was excellent, friendly, knowledgeable and patient.”
Chris, traveled in August
The grand 13-day British tour encompasses 23 destinations including Bath's Roman ruins, Liverpool's Beatles heritage, and Edinburgh Castle. Premium accommodations at Park Inn Cardiff and Holiday Inn Leeds-Garforth await. Knowledgeable guides rated 4.8/5 lead walks through historic towns and cultural sites for approx. $310 per day.
Duration 13 days Destinations England, Wales, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Expat Explore Travel From $3,620
22% Off- US$2,835You save $785
The Best of Britain & Ireland
72 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“My tour was a great experience, visiting many of my bucket list sites.”
robert, traveled in April
British heritage shines from London's St. Paul's Cathedral to Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Visit York Minster, Chester's Roman walls, and Cardiff Castle. Rest at select hotels including Holiday Inn Kensington and Novotel Edinburgh Park. Full English breakfasts and regional specialty dinners included.
Duration 15 days Destinations England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Cosmos From $3,869
6% Off- US$3,619You save $250
Britain and Ireland Highlights (London Overnights)
63 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Very enjoyable tour. Our travel director, Paul Fleming, is hugely entertaining and a great guide.”
Kyle, traveled in May
Britain's treasures await in 10 days with visits to Edinburgh Castle, Cardiff's Millennium Centre, and Roman Baths in Bath. Luxuriate at hotels including Park Plaza Riverbank, enjoying 9 breakfasts and 3 dinners. Travel via luxury coach with Wi-Fi, guided by professionals maintaining a 4.9/5 rating.
Duration 10 days Destinations England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland, Wales Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From $3,350
10% Off- US$3,015You save $335
Grand Tour of Britain & Ireland
117 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was a great tour and we had a wonderful time.”
David, traveled in September
The 18-day British adventure covers 35 cities for approx. $250 per day. Marvel at Stonehenge, Edinburgh Castle's Crown Jewels, and York's medieval Shambles. Relax at quality hotels like Novotel London West while taking in iconic landmarks and hidden gems across Great Britain.
Duration 18 days Destinations England, Wales, Ireland, Scotland Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Cosmos From $4,499
3% Off- US$4,349You save $150
11-Day United Kingdom and Ireland
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The landscape and scenery was amazing, very recommended.”
Sandra, traveled in October
British history comes alive from Westminster Parliament to Edinburgh's UNESCO center. Marvel at Durham's medieval town, cruise Loch Ness, and explore Caernarfon Castle in Wales. Rest at Delta Hotels Newcastle and Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge, with daily breakfast included.
Duration 11 days Destinations England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland, Wales Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Intertrips From
3% Off- US$2,799
Essential Britain & Ireland
422 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Wonderful trip. Great guide and driver.”
Cynthia, traveled in June
Britain unfolds from London's Westminster to Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Marvel at prehistoric Stonehenge, Roman Bath, Cardiff Castle, and Shakespeare's birthplace. Quality hotels provide comfort while guests savor authentic British cuisine, including 3 traditional dinners.
Duration 10 days Destinations England, Wales, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From $3,279
15% Off- US$2,779You save $500
Duration 14 days Destinations England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland, Wales Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
15% Off- US$3,624
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Solo Travelers1,031 tours- Couples973 tours
- Young Adults (18 - 39)52 tours
- Seniors (50+)569 tours
Best time to visit UK and Great Britain
- Spring 2026
Spring hits the sweet spot in Britain - the Cotswolds light up with wildflowers and Welsh valleys turn the richest green you can imagine. You can pick from tours running 10 to 19 days, perfect timing to see Bath's Roman sites and Georgian buildings before the big crowds arrive. Our guests love punting on Cambridge's River Cam when the university gardens burst into bloom, and walking York's medieval walls while chocolate scents drift up from the city's famous makers. The Lake District really shows off in spring - you'll spot newborn lambs near Beatrix Potter's farm and follow Wordsworth's old paths now lined with golden daffodils.
- 516 tours
- popular 824 tours
- Summer 2026
Summer's long days open up so many possibilities, especially for our multi-country tours. We time several Edinburgh stays for August's Military Tattoo - our customers tell us there's nothing quite like seeing those pipes and drums against the castle at dusk. The warm weather's perfect for coastal spots: you can walk the Cliffs of Moher, take a peaceful boat ride on Loch Lomond and explore Giant's Causeway's unique rock formations. Irish routes include evening music sessions in Temple Bar pubs and medieval feasts in old castles, made extra special by those endless summer twilights.
- popular 857 tours
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- 848 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2026
Autumn tours catch Britain and Ireland in rich colors without the summer crowds. Our 10-day routes hit all the highlights while the weather's still mild. You'll see the Yorkshire Dales and Scottish Highlands in their autumn glory - all rust and gold colors - and ancient Stonehenge looks particularly mysterious in the softer fall light. We stop in Shakespeare's hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon, where those Tudor buildings look amazing against the changing leaves. Castle visits feel more personal this time of year - from Cardiff's Norman fortress to Edinburgh's royal castle - since you won't be sharing them with peak season crowds.
- popular 847 tours
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- 222 tours
- Winter 2026 / 2027
Winter tours in Britain and Ireland adapt nicely to shorter days and occasional snow. Scotland's highland routes include warm stops at Pitlochry's whiskey distilleries and Stirling Castle, where you can duck inside from the cold while soaking up centuries of history. Edinburgh Castle feels extra special in winter light - there's something about those old stone walls in the crisp air. The schedule includes The Kelpies, these incredible horse-head sculptures that look almost magical against dark Scottish winter skies. Our travelers really appreciate letting expert drivers handle any tricky weather conditions while they stay warm and comfortable in heated coaches between stops.
- popular 167 tours
- January 2027 131 tours
- February 2027 134 tours
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