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Great Britain Christmas

7 days
Start and end in London
4.4
7 traveler reviews
Great Britain Christmas - Expat Explore Travel
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Max group size:
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Age range:
10 to 90
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
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Highlights

  • Enjoy Christmas Day in Edinburgh
  • Explore the Scottish Highlands
  • Visit Cambridge and York
  • Experience Liverpool; home of The Beatles

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 London - Cambridge - York
  2. Day 2 York - Gretna Green - Glasgow - Highlands
  3. Day 3 Glencoe - Loch Ness - Edinburgh (Christmas Eve)
  4. Day 4 Edinburgh (Christmas Day)
  5. Day 5 Edinburgh - Lake District - Liverpool
  6. Day 6 Liverpool - Stratford-Upon-Avon - Cardiff
  7. Day 7 Cardiff - Bath - Stonehenge - 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

Number of tours

91

Age Range

10 to 80 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

80%

Expat Explore is one of the industry’s leading coach tour operators. Their core mission is #TravelMadePossible - to make travel fun, convenient and affordable for travellers from all over the world. They offer a selection of more than 60 itineraries that explore destinations across Europe, North...

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  • RP
    · December 30th, 2023
    The tour was fun. There were some missed opportunities, some things we didn’t get to do that were on the itinerary. Overall I felt like this tour attempts to cover too much ground, preventing travelers from seeing much in each given area. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable however and nice!
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    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your thoughts on your recent experience. Your feedback is appreciated and will be taken into consideration to improve our future departures. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back on tour soon!
    Trip date: December 2023
  • BF
    · December 29th, 2021
    The tour was well organized and our tour guide Luke was very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable.
    Trip date: December 2021
  • CO
    · January 3rd, 2020
    Covered a lot of ground in 7 days Great guide Great meals
    Trip date: December 2019
  • SZ
    · January 3rd, 2020
    My tour guide mike was awesome and made the trip!!
    Trip date: December 2019
  • PW
    · January 1st, 2018
    Good trip, but short on daylight this time of year. Tour guide was good, but need to inforce time restraints, we waited on people a lot! For what we saw tho, was well worth the tour!
    Trip date: December 2017
  • Great Britain Christmas reviewer 6
    · December 28th, 2017
    Every aspect of the tour was as I would have hoped. Mike was knowledgeable and able to inspire me to ask questions. Everything, except what was out of his control, ran smoothly. I liked the flexibility of the tour, It was disappointing not to see Cardiff or Liverpool in Daylight, and I would have preferred to visit The Beatles Story to looking at the gates of a football ground. My biggest whinge is that there were way too many insolent little Asian kids on the tour. Many of them would block the aisle or were rude out on tour.
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    Trip date: December 2017
  • Great Britain Christmas reviewer 7
    · January 4th, 2016
    Overall the tour was excellent and provided a good, albeit brief, overview of Great Britain. Some of the highlights were punting down the river in Cambridge, stopping in beautiful Inverness, listening to a Beatles tribute band in the famous Cavern Club, and walking through the beautiful streets of Bath. Our tour leader, Kaeleigh, was informative and upbeat and provided necessary information in each city. Although it also seemed as though she was left to handle a lot of mishaps that were mostly caused by misbookings by the main office. In our stop in the Highlands, four of us had to stay in a hotel over a half hour away from the rest of the group due to an overbooking. We also arrived in many cities to have most of the sights closed - understandably as it was the Christmas period but it would have been nice if this had been clearly stated on the itinerary when booking. It was a great tour with a friendly group and helpful guide and driver, but it doesn't seem like the company really has their act together. Some better pre-planning would have made our trip spot on.
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    Trip date: December 2015

Dates & Availability

7 days
Great Britain Christmas
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 international flights included in the tour price?

      Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays.
      Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.

    • Are young children allowed?

      We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!

    • Can you cater for my dietary requirements?

      We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.

    • Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?

      Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees.
      * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.

    • If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?

      While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.

    • Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?

      While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.

    • How much spending money do I need for my holiday?

      This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.

    • Is travel insurance compulsory?

      It's your responsibility to arrange sufficient travel insurance for your trip. When you travel with Expat Explore, both you and your personal belongings do so at your own risk. A comprehensive insurance policy should cover medical expenses for illness or accidents before or during the holiday, as well as reimbursement for lost holiday funds due to cancellation, curtailment, or other insurable events. Make sure there are no exclusions that would limit coverage for the activities included in your tour.

      We generally recommend WorldNomads because they cover a wide variety of nationalities, but you are welcome to use any supplier that offers you the most comprehensive plan.

      You are able to obtain travel insurance through one of TourRadars partners, XCover. Please reach out to receive a quote.

    • How fit do I need to be to join and what is the average age range?

      We embrace travelers of all ages and backgrounds, prioritizing attitude and mindset over age restrictions. However, our tours are fast-paced and jam-packed with experiences. Regrettably, individuals with mobility limitations or those using wheelchairs may find this tour challenging. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring quaint towns and navigating cobblestone streets. We want every traveler to fully enjoy their journey, so we encourage reviewing the itinerary carefully before making your booking decision.

    • If I book a tour for two or more people, will we share the same room?

      When you book for more than one person, we will by default group you together in the same room(s), unless you request single supplements or specifically request us not to.

      If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender, unless you opt to add a single supplement (subject to availability) to your booking. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.

      If you are making separate bookings and would like to share the same room(s), please send us an email with the booking references for each of the travellers and the details of your preferred rooming allocation.

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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.
      • 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.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before January 21st, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 21st, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Expat Explore Travel. 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 60 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 Expat Explore Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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