- Tour Operator:
- Costsaver
- Max group size:
- 49
- Age range:
- 5 to 80
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 134934
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$3,211
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Plan your adventure:
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore the picturesque countryside of Britain and Ireland
- Visit the birthplace of the legendary William Shakespeare
- Marvel at the waters and mountains of the Lake District
- Step back in time and venture through medieval castles
Itinerary
Start and end in London! With the In-depth Cultural tour Britain and Ireland Explorer (16 Days), you have a 16 days tour package taking you through London, England and 31 other destinations in Europe. Britain and Ireland Explorer (16 Days) includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
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- Introduction
- Day 1 London – Stratford-upon-Avon – York – Bradford
- Day 2 Bradford – Edinburgh
- Day 3 Edinburgh sightseeing and free time
- Day 4 Edinburgh – St. Andrews – Scottish Highlands
- Day 5 Scottish Highlands excursion
- Day 6 Scottish Highlands – Glasgow
- Day 7 Glasgow – Gretna Green – Lake District – Wrexham
- Day 8 Wrexham – Chester – Dublin
- Day 9 Dublin sightseeing and free time
- Day 10 Dublin - Boyle - Co. Donegal
- Day 11 County Donegal excursion
- Day 12 County Donegal – Galway – Cliffs of Moher – Shannon
- Day 13 Shannon – Dingle Peninsula – Co. Kerry
- Day 14 Co. Kerry – Blarney – Waterford
- Day 15 Waterford – Cardiff
- Day 16 Cardiff – Bath – Windsor – London
What's Included
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- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Hotel
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Operated by Costsaver
Value tours without compromise. Costsaver offer today’s travelers incredible experiences and value every time. The formula is simple “essentials by us, tailored by you”, meaning you get all the travel essentials like quality transport, top accommodation, an expert team, must-see sights and plenty of delicious food, but with the flexibility to tailor your trip to what you want to do, see and experience. Travel with the knowledge that they’re part of the 100-year-old Travel Corporation Family of Brands, giving Costsaver the travel expertise and buying power to create amazing tours at an unbeatable price. Experience a vacation that means the world to you, but doesn't cost the earth.
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodGood
Chloe· October 20th, 2023This tour was absolutely amazing. So much to see, and never enough time. But everything that I saw and everywhere I went was necessary. There was no waste of time events or towns visited. The tour guide was also just the best. Rob really went above and... Show more
Costsaver commented on this reviewThank you for sharing your photos and feedback during your time in Britain and Ireland. We are delighted you got to experience all the beautiful highlights these two countries offer. At Costsaver, we understand the importance of having a professional... Show more
Trip date: September 2023- TBTarry Ann· October 1st, 2023So, the vast amount of territory we covered, the competence and congeniality of our guide and the care taken by are driver are all standouts. It was promoted as an in depth historical and cultural adventure and thought the guide lived up to the billing.... Show moreCostsaver commented on this reviewThank you for your review. We are thrilled to learn that our Travel Director and Coach Driver significantly contributed to making it a memorable experience during your time away with us, and their evident passion for travel greatly enhanced your overall... Show moreTrip date: September 2023
- EBElizabeth· September 28th, 2023Our tour guide, Carmila, and our drivers, two Tony’s, were EXCELLENT! The sites were awesome and will give us lasting memories! We loved most of the accommodations, but a few were a bit lacking. If I could suggest anything, make the hotels reflect the... Show moreCostsaver commented on this reviewWe appreciate your positive feedback during your time in Britain and Ireland. We are delighted that our Travel Director and Coach Driver was professional and enthusiastic about travel, which is crucial in creating a memorable trip and enhancing your... Show moreTrip date: September 2023
- HWHUI· August 21st, 2023Except optional dinner is bit expensive and food is not that great, rest of tour is great.Costsaver commented on this reviewThank you for your feedback during your Britain and Ireland trip. We do apologise you felt that the optional dining experience offered on this trip did not meet your expectations. We have passed on your suggestions to our Product Development team, as... Show moreTrip date: July 2023
- Tina· May 31st, 2023We saw and experienced much more than I expected! Travel director and coach driver went out of their way to show us as much as possible. The atmosphere on the coach was great: some music, some quiet time, some historical and cultural teaching.... Show moreCostsaver commented on this reviewThank you for your feedback during your time in Britain and Ireland. We recognise the importance of having a professional Travel Director and Coach Driver travelling with our valuable guests to deliver incredible trips, and we are beyond thrilled to... Show moreTrip date: May 2023
- TEthayne· May 28th, 2023It was nice I liked the tour director but I wish he talked a little less about random things so I could have got some quiet time to look out the windowCostsaver commented on this reviewThank you for sharing your feedback. We have noted your comments on the Travel Director, and your feedback has been shared with the relevant departments to ensure we continue offering the best experience to our future travellers. What is more, we are... Show moreTrip date: May 2023
- yanqing· May 24th, 2023Pretty good, special sirken guide and Garry friverCostsaver commented on this reviewWe are thrilled to learn that our valuable guests had a wonderful time touring Britain and Ireland with us. Thanks for reviewing your trip with us, and we hope you returned home with great memories, and we cannot wait for the chance to assist you in... Show moreTrip date: May 2023
- Daphne· May 11th, 2023Overall. Enjoyed a group of strangers met to go on a tour and 16 days later friendships developed. The driver was great at maneuvering the bus. Thanks. Our tour director was knowledgeable about the area. Helpful and friendly. One question. Was... Show moreCostsaver commented on this reviewThank you for your feedback. It is reassuring that you found our Travel Director knowledgeable about the destination, as we recognise that having a great Travel Director is an essential part of our trips by being professional, passionate about travel,... Show moreTrip date: March 2023
- Tanis· October 23rd, 2022Glenn and Brian were wonderful at the jobs. They were both very congenial and fun to be with for 16 days. We saw and did a lot and tired us out making us ready for a good sleep at for the most part were very comfortable accommodations. The optional... Show moreCostsaver commented on this reviewThanks for sharing your feedback with us. We always like to know when we’re delivering excellent service and where we could improve. We’re happy to read our itinerary stood out and our local team did a fantastic job. What’s more, we are incredibly... Show moreTrip date: September 2022
- Bette· August 17th, 2022Selene was a wonderful guide. She shared so much information about the places we were seeing. She made the trip so enjoyable! Tommy was an excellent driver. I felt safe even on the narrowest of roads. Allen was delightful. We loved that he wore his... Show moreCostsaver commented on this reviewThank you for your feedback during your time spent in Britain and Ireland. We are delighted to learn that our On Road team were professional and provided you with personal service to make it an unforgettable vacation, and you explored the in-depth... Show moreTrip date: July 2022
Dates & Availability
16 days
Britain and Ireland Explorer (16 Days)
From London to London
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