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Essential Britain

12 days
Start and end in London
5.0
293 traveler reviews
Essential Britain - Globus
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Globus
Max group size:
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Age range:
5 to 80
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
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Highlights

  • Explore Stonehenge's ancient mysteries
  • Cruise on Plymouth Sound and see Cornwall
  • Uncover King Arthur's legend in Glastonbury
  • Experience the Beatles Story in Liverpool
  • Tour Edinburgh Castle and see the Crown Jewels

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
  2. Day 2 LONDON–STONEHENGE–ILMINSTER–PLYMOUTH
  3. Day 3 PLYMOUTH. EXCURSION TO CORNWALL
  4. Day 4 PLYMOUTH–GLASTONBURY–BATH–CARDIFF, WALES
  5. Day 5 CARDIFF–BUILTH WELLS–LLANGOLLEN–LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND
  6. Day 6 LIVERPOOL–GRASMERE–GRETNA GREEN, SCOTLAND–GLASGOW
  7. Day 7 GLASGOW–FORT WILLIAM–INVERNESS
  8. Day 8 INVERNESS–CULLODEN—PITLOCHRY–ST. ANDREWS–EDINBURGH
  9. Day 9 EDINBURGH
  10. Day 10 EDINBURGH–ALNWICK, ENGLAND–YORK
  11. Day 11 YORK–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON–LONDON
  12. Day 12 LONDON
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  • Accommodation
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  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
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Operated by

Globus

Number of tours

565

Age Range

5 to 80 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.2
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.2
  • 5.0
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  • PM
    · October 5th, 2024
    Excellent guide and driver. Itinerary was good. Hotel experiences were a bit uneven.
    Trip date: September 2024
  • BP
    · July 1st, 2024
    Excellent trip it delivered what we were expecting, and more.
    Trip date: June 2024
  • A
    · May 4th, 2023
    Park Plaza Hotels were excellent. Good bus an guide.
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    · May 4th, 2023
    there were a few minor issues but for the most part everything, every place, the excursions were well done.
    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · May 3rd, 2023
    Great bus, driver and guide
    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · May 2nd, 2023
    Martin, our guide, was great!
    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · May 2nd, 2023
    This has been such a wonderful tour! Martin is extremely knowledgeable and conveys his knowledge with a pleasant voice and delivery. He has made this journey pleasant and eventful!
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    · May 1st, 2023
    It was a great way to see parts of all of Great Britain!
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    · May 1st, 2023
    Tour Guide and Driver were both outstanding!
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    · April 28th, 2023
    Our tour guide (Christina) and bus driver (Barry) were both great and very personable and knowledgeable which made the tour really enjoyable.
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Globus

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Essential Britain
From London to London

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    • How many nights will we spend at each stop?

      The itinerary usually outlines the number of nights at each location, which will be confirmed before departure.

    • Do I need a visa to travel to England?

      Visa requirements depend on your nationality. Please check with your local consulate for details.

    • Can I book a group tour for 14 people?

      Yes, group bookings can be accommodated depending on availability for your chosen tour dates.

    • Is airfare included in the tour price?

      No, airfare is not included in the tour price. You'll need to book flights separately.

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    • How can I get additional support during the tour?

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    • Can I extend my stay in London after the tour?

      Yes, pre and post night accommodations can be arranged for an additional cost.

    • What is the price for the Essential Britain tour?

      Prices vary based on the departure date and number of travelers, so please request a specific quote.

    • Are there age restrictions for the tour?

      Travelers under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

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      As a traveller from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type G.

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      England, Scotland and Wales
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      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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      • For any tour departing before January 25th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 25th, 2025, a minimum payment of $250 is required to confirm your booking with Globus. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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