Grand United Kingdom & Ireland Tour: London to Dublin
Day 1: Travel Day – Fly to London
Board your overnight flight to London and prepare for your exciting journey through the United Kingdom and Ireland.
London — 2 Nights
Day 2: Arrival in London
Included meal: Welcome dinner Welcome to England! If you arrive between noon and 6 p.m., indulge in a quintessential afternoon tea—complete with delicate sandwiches, scones, cakes, and fine tea. This evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a welcome dinner with wine or beer, marking the beginning of your adventure.
Day 3: Sightseeing Tour of London
Included meal: Breakfast Begin your exploration of the British capital—a city where ancient landmarks coexist with cutting-edge modernity.
Your expert local guide will lead you through:
Trafalgar Square, home to Nelson’s Column and the National Gallery.
St. Paul’s Cathedral, an architectural marvel designed by Sir Christopher Wren.
Westminster Abbey, where monarchs have been crowned since 1066.
Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, and the Tower of London, home to the dazzling Crown Jewels.
Tower Bridge and the London Eye, symbolizing the city’s evolution through centuries.
Buckingham Palace, where you may witness the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony.
Optional Excursion: Windsor Castle – From $175 CAD per personVisit the world’s oldest inhabited castle, a royal residence for over 900 years. Explore the lavish State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel.
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Edinburgh — 2 Nights
Day 4: Train Ride to Edinburgh
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner Journey north through the scenic English countryside by train. Watch pastoral landscapes, lochs, and castles glide by as you approach Edinburgh, Scotland’s breathtaking, enjoy dinner with your group, served with beer or wine.
(Please note: Travelers must carry their own luggage on the train.)
Day 5: Sightseeing Tour of Edinburgh
Included meal: Breakfast Explore Edinburgh, a city where medieval charm meets neoclassical beauty.
Your local expert will show you:
New Town: Graceful Georgian architecture and elegant squares.
Old Town & Royal Mile: Lined with cobbled lanes leading from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Palace.
Sir Walter Scott Monument: A tribute to Scotland’s literary legend.
Edinburgh Castle: Perched on an ancient volcano, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels and Stone of Destiny.
Optional Excursion: Palace of Holyrood house & Afternoon Tea – From $185 CAD per person Tour the King’s official residence in Scotland, followed by a classic British afternoon tea experience.
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Wander Cockburn Street for artisan shops and cafes.
Explore Edinburgh’s closes, or medieval alleys, for hidden stories and charm.
Liverpool — 1 Night
Day 6: Transfer to Liverpool
Included meal: Breakfast Travel south through the Lake District, one of England’s most picturesque regions—where mountains, lakes, and heathered hills have inspired poets like Wordsworth. Stop in a charming Lake District town before continuing to Liverpool, birthplace of The Beatles and home to a rich maritime history. Enjoy a free evening along the Albert Dock or dine in one of the city’s cozy pubs.
Dublin — 2 Nights
Day 7: Ferry to Dublin
Included meal: Breakfast Cross into Wales and visit the village of Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, famed for having Europe’s longest name. Continue to Holy head and board a ferry across the Irish Sea to Dublin, the capital of Ireland.
Day 8: Sightseeing Tour of Dublin
Included meal: Breakfast Discover the charm of Dublin through its parks, cathedrals, and lively streets.
Explore Phoenix Park, one of Europe’s largest enclosed green spaces.
Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece with centuries of history.
Wander St. Stephen’s Green and Merrion Square, surrounded by Georgian townhouses.
Pass Trinity College, home to the world-famous Book of Kells.
Optional Excursion: Traditional Irish Dinner & Show – From $159 CAD per person Enjoy a festive evening filled with Irish dancing, traditional music, and hearty local cuisine.
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Visit Hodges Figgis, Ireland’s oldest bookstore (est. 1768).
Stop by The Long Hall Pub for a pint of Guinness and a taste of Victorian Dublin.
County Kerry — 2 Nights
Day 9: County Kerry via Rock of Cashel & Blarney
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner Journey through Ireland’s green countryside toward County Kerry.
Visit the Rock of Cashel, a medieval fortress and one of Ireland’s most sacred sites.
Explore Blarney Castle and kiss the legendary Blarney Stone for the “gift of gab.” Continue to Killarney, where you’ll enjoy an included dinner served with beer or wine.
Day 10: The Ring of Kerry
Included meal: Breakfast Set out on the Ring of Kerry, a 112-mile scenic loop showcasing Ireland’s wild Atlantic beauty.
View the Lakes of Killarney and the MacGilly cuddy’s Reeks mountains.
Visit picturesque villages such as Sneem with its colorful facades.
Enjoy endless photo opportunities of cliffs, beaches, and coastal landscapes.
Dublin — 1 Night
Day 11: Dublin via the Cliffs of Moher
Included meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner Travel north to the iconic Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Stretching for five miles along the Atlantic coast, these cliffs rise dramatically above the sea. Return to Dublin for a farewell dinner, toasting your unforgettable journey through the British Isles.
Day 12: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast Transfer to Dublin Airport for your flight home. (Early departures may not include breakfast.)
Optional Pre-Tour Extension: London
Duration: 2 Nights Destinations: London, England
Make the most of your adventure with an early arrival in London. Enjoy extra time to uncover hidden gems and take an exclusive excursion before your main tour begins.
Overnight Flight — Day 1
Board your flight to London.
London — 2 Nights
Day 2: Arrival in London
Meet your Tour Director and fellow early-arrival travelers over a welcome drink. Settle into your hotel and start exploring this dynamic city.
Day 3: Free Day in London
Included meal: Breakfast Take part in an optional excursion to Stonehenge and Salisbury – From $215 CAD per person, exploring one of the world’s most mysterious ancient sites.
Prefer to stay local? Discover London’s vibrant neighborhoods like Little Venice or Maltby Street Market for a taste of authentic British life.
Day 4: Free Day in London + Group Welcome Dinner
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner Spend your morning discovering Notting Hill’s pastel charm join the rest of your group for the official welcome dinner and prepare to begin your full tour through England, Scotland, and Ireland.
