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Essential Britain & Ireland

10 days
Start and end in London
5.0
461 traveler reviews
Essential Britain & Ireland - Globus
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Tour Operator:
Globus
Max group size:
46
Age range:
5 to 80
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
51199
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Highlights

  • See the best of Ireland and Britain
  • Visit the legendary Cardiff Castle and Edinburgh Castle
  • Explore architectural remains and energetic cities
  • Experience a traditional Irish coffee demonstration
  • See Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
  2. Day 2 LONDON–STONEHENGE–BATH–NEWPORT, WALES
  3. Day 3 NEWPORT–CARDIFF–WATERFORD, IRELAND
  4. Day 4 WATERFORD–KILKENNY–DUBLIN
  5. Day 5 DUBLIN
  6. Day 6 DUBLIN–BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND–EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND
  7. Day 7 EDINBURGH
  8. Day 8 EDINBURGH–JEDBURGH–YORK, ENGLAND
  9. Day 9 YORK–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON–LONDON
  10. Day 10 LONDON
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Globus

Number of tours

565

Age Range

5 to 80 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

It began more than 90 years ago, when a young man purchased a boat to transport visitors across Lake Lugano, Switzerland. Who would have thought that this single boat would launch one of the world's leading travel companies? Today, the Globus family of brands is a global company reaching every...

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.2
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.2
  • Accommodation
    Good
    3.7
  • Food
    Good
    3.9
  • 5.0
  • Most Recent
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  • AN
    · October 12th, 2024
    Loved the trip! Our guide was amazing!
    Trip date: August 2024
  • MH
    · October 3rd, 2024
    You charged us $280 Canadian dollar for transfer for 2 people but you charged $100 Us for 2 people from Us.
    Trip date: September 2024
  • Essential Britain & Ireland reviewer 3
    · September 2nd, 2024
    Diermand and drivers were great! The tour was fun but definitely very quick and lots of time spent traveling on bus.
    Trip date: August 2024
  • DB
    · May 25th, 2024
    Had to call Globus three times before trip to get the final travel packet. Each time I called ,was told that someone would take care of this. Bus driver Glenn and tour guide Clive were great. Mic on bus kept cutting out and the people in the back of the bus could not hear. Would have like to have spent a day in Belfast and seen the Titanic museum ,All that Belfast was just a bathroom break and all I saw of Belfast was the washroom inside City Hall. If we had spent a day in Belfast I, wouldn't been so tried by the time we got to Scotland. Also would have like to have another in York. When we returned to London, somewhere from the time the bus arrived at the hotel till they unloaded the bags and put them on the luggage cart and bought them to the room, the porter broke my bag and the wheel came off. When I reported this to the hotel was told " these things happen", too bad, so sad " have your insurance company buy you a new bag". I had to try to get back home with a big with three wheel.
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    Trip date: May 2024
  • Essential Britain & Ireland reviewer 5
    · May 16th, 2024
    More time in Belfast
    Trip date: April 2024
  • A
    · May 4th, 2023
    Paul-Guide and Steve O.-Driver were unbelieveable! We had an EXCELLENT Travel experience!!!!
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    · May 5th, 2023
    Another well organised and executed tour by the Globus Brand. Although a relatively brief tour it was an extensive itinerary wrapped around a very comfortable and extremely safe journey.
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    · May 3rd, 2023
    Great tour guide and driver! Enjoyed the stops we made. Great planning for rest stops. Nice hotels!
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    · May 1st, 2023
    Well organized. Professionally run. Good and timely messaging. Covered many details related to traveling so we didn't have too many questions.
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    · May 1st, 2023
    The tour guide (Julie Ann) and driver (John) were amazing. They made this trip so relaxing and fun.
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Globus

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10 days
Essential Britain & Ireland
From London to London

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Are prices the same for single and double occupancy rooms?

      Single travelers have a single supplement cost whereas double occupancy does not incur this.

    • Is there any flexibility in changing tour dates?

      If you need to change your tour dates, there is a deadline to rebook without penalty. After that, there might be penalties involved.

    • When will I receive the travel packet?

      The travel packet is usually sent out 2-3 weeks prior to departure.

    • What are the advisements in the travel packet?

      The advisements cover essential tour information, itinerary, optional excursions, and other important details.

    • Can I purchase optional excursions in advance?

      You can pre-purchase optional excursions, but some might be available for purchase during the tour.

    • Can mobility scooters be accommodated on the tour?

      Motorized wheelchairs or scooters over 55 lbs are not accommodated, and most tour locations are not scooter-friendly.

    • Are children under 5 suitable for the tour?

      The appropriateness of the tour for children under 5 is not directly addressed, which implies it might not be suitable.

    • Does the tour include visits to Oxford or Cambridge Universities?

      No, this tour does not include a visit to Oxford or Cambridge Universities.

    • How much is a pre-tour extra night at a hotel?

      For a double room, the rate is $186 per person per night, and for a triple room, it's $176 per person per night.

    • What are the suitcase restrictions for this tour?

      Bring a single bag with dimensions not exceeding 30 X 21 X 11 inches, and a weight not exceeding 50 lbs. Hand luggage is limited to 12 X 11 X 6 inches and may not have wheels.

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      England, Scotland and Wales
    • Plugs & Adapters

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

      Type G
      Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales
    • Visa
      • 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.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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      • For any tour departing before January 23rd, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 23rd, 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.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Globus will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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