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HIGHLIGHT |
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Highlights:
- Stratford-upon-Avon
- York
- Glasgow
- Edinburgh
- Belfast
- Dublin
- Kilkenny
- Waterford
- Cardiff
- Bath
- Stonehenge
- Salisbury
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ITINERARY |
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& Ireland Delight |
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1 - London - Stratford - Leeds
Greetings from our Tour Director as we drive through Oxfordshire
countryside to Stratford-upon-Avon. Here an orientation tour reveals
the charms of this Elizabethan town where Shakespeare was born. Next
our journey brings us to Viking York where we enjoy a walking tour
of this historic city before making our way to Leeds for dinner and
overnight stay. (Continental Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Quality
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2 - Leeds - Glasgow (2 nights)
A beautiful drive today takes us through the Yorkshire Dales
National Park to the quaint villages and scenic glory of the Lake
District. From here we continue along the shores of Lake Windermere
before we cross the border into Bonnie Scotland en route to Glasgow
where we spend the next two nights. (Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Campanile (2 nights)
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3 - Edinburgh Excursion
Edinburgh Excursion This morning after breakfast we make our way to
Scotland's capital, Edinburgh. Here our sightseeing tour shows us
Princes Street, the Royal Mile, and views of Edinburgh Castle and
Holyrood House. Then enjoy some time at leisure before we return to
Glasgow. (Breakfast)
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4 - Glasgow - Belfast - Dublin (2 nights)
Today it's an early start as we travel into Robert Burns country to
Stranraer where we board our ferry to
Belfast. Here an orientation shows us the City Hall and Queen's
University. Next we cross the River Boyne at Drogheda to reach
Dublin. (Breakfast)
Hotel: Jury's Croke Park (2 nights)
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5 - Dublin sightseeing & at leisure
Our morning sightseeing tour of this 'fair city' shows us Trinity
College, the Bank of Ireland, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Phoenix Park
and the Georgian Squares. (Breakfast)
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6 - Dublin - Waterford
Today's journey takes us through horse-breeding country in County
Kildare as we make our way to
medieval Kilkenny to see its ancient castle. Then we're off to
Waterford, home of the world renowned crystal for dinner and
overnight. (Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Bridge
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7 - Waterford - Cardiff
This morning we drive to Rosslare Harbour where we board our ferry
to Fishguard in South Wales. On to Cardiff, capital of Wales, to
view its historic castle, the Millennium Stadium and Cardiff Arms
Park before reaching our hotel. (Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Quality
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8 - Cardiff - Bath - Stonehenge - London
Today we cross the Severn Bridge into England en route to Bath. Here
orientation shows us its graceful terraces before free time. Later,
on to Stonehenge to see the ancient stone circle. Then on to
Salisbury to view its impressive Cathedral before returning to
London. (Breakfast)
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WHAT'S
INCLUDED
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Britain &
Ireland Delight What's Included
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Exciting
Highlights
- Stratford-upon-Avon:
Visit the town of Shakespeare's birth.
- York: Orientation
including the Minster and 'Shambles'.
- Glasgow: Orientation
tour.
- Edinburgh: Sightseeing
includes Princes Street and the Royal Mile.
- Belfast: Orientation
includes the City Hall and Queen's University.
- Dublin: Sightseeing views
St. Patrick's Cathedral and Trinity College.
- Kilkenny: See its ancient
castle.
- Waterford: Visit the
Crystal showroom (when open).
- Cardiff: View Cardiff
Castle.
- Bath: Admire the Georgian
town.
- Stonehenge: See the
ancient stone circle.
- Salisbury: View the
Cathedral.
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Fabulous
Sightseeing
Sightseeing/orientation in Stratford-upon-Avon, York, Glasgow,
Edinburgh, Belfast, Dublin, Waterford, and Bath.
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Unbeatable
Features
- Accommodation in twin-bedded
rooms with private facilities.
- Continental breakfast in London
and full English or Irish breakfast on tour.
- 4 Three course dinners – see
day by day itinerary.
- All hotel service charges,
taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
- Services throughout the tour of
a professional Tour Director.
- The services of a Trafalgar
Representative at your Trafalgar London hotel.
- Specialised local guide in
Edinburgh and Dublin.
- Ferry across the Irish Sea from
Scotland to Northern Ireland and Ireland to South Wales.
- Touring by luxury air-ventilated
coach with reclining seats.
- Complimentary pick-up and drop
off at your Trafalgar London Hotel on the day of departure and
return of the coach tour.
- CostSaver travel bag and tour
wallet containing comprehensive documents.
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Airport
Transfers
- London Gateways:
A Trafalgar bonus – transfers can be expensive, particularly
between the Airport and central London. When you book your
Costsaver tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the
airport are included. It's that simple. Trafalgar has included
a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
- Important – Please Note: Passengers
will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports
providing the following conditions are met:
- You are staying at a London
hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and
the night prior to the date of your departure.
- Flights are either booked by
Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by
your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
- Only one included transfer both
inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar.
Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail
Station.
- Heathrow Express operates
between 05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services
between 05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45.
Transfers outside of these times are at the passengers own
expense.
- In the event of unforeseen
events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar
will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled
transfers.
- No refund is available for
passengers not utilising this service.
- Why not upgrade to a Hotelink
transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London
hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the
additional upgrade price per person when booking)
- European Gateways: With
Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival
and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure
day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure
your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the
transfer times shown.
- Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who
book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart
outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and
departure day of the tour will also be provided with a
transfer.
- Passengers arriving before or
leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a
transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar
providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or
post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices
of transfers at the time of booking your extra night
accommodation.
- Land only passengers arriving or
departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but
whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times
below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight
details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days
before the flight departure.
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OPTIONALS |
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Britain &
Ireland Optional Excursions
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Note:
All optional excursions listed are for
2004/2005 please use the information as a guide only.
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GB2
- Lake Windermere Cruise and Steam Train Ride
A chance to view the glorious scenery of the lake district as we
cruise across England’s largest lake. Then step back in time as we
board the steam train for a short journey from Lakeside to
Haverthwaite.
11.00 (£)
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GB20
- Glasgow Evening
Enjoy an evening of local specialities in a characteristic
restaurant in the heart of this vibrant city.
24.00 (£)
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GB23
- Loch Lomond Boat Trip
Discover the wild beauty of the 'Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond'. As we
cruise across the loch the skipper will tell you stories and point
out Rob Roy's cave as you relax and savour the stunning scenery. It
really is a photographer's paradise! NB. The boats are covered
launches and will operate subject to suitable weather conditions.
9.00 (£)
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GB24
- Dublin Malahide Stately Home
Malahide is both a castle and a stately home, and has been the seat
of the Talbot family since the reign of Henry II. Today, it is the
home of the National Portrait Gallery of Ireland as well as one of
the finest collections of Georgian furniture and antiques in the
country. There are fine gardens, wonderful views of Dublin Bay and
even a famous miniature railway close by.
17.00 (€)
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GB24a
- Glendalough. The Glen of the Two Lakes
This is one of the most important monastic sites in Europe dating
back to the 7th century. This sacred site is famous for its tranquil
beauty - set amidst the rolling countryside of County Wicklow, the
garden of Ireland.
18.00 (€)
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GB32
- Dublin Dinner and Cabaret
Over an excellent dinner you’ll enjoy a non-stop show featuring
comedy, dance, song, music and fine food. Ireland’s musical
history unfolds in a cabaret that will delight you long after the
night has ended. The cast will have you tapping your toes and
joining in the fun, and it’s all wrapped up in the spirit of Irish
humour. We will even serve you an Irish Coffee at the end of dinner,
it will put you in the mood for Ireland’s best night out.
61.00 (€)
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GB36
- Cardiff Castle Tour
Visit this unique castle given to the city of Cardiff by the Marquis
of Bute. The ornate decor within the castle will surprise and
delight you.
10.00 (£)
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GB41
- Burns Night in Braveheart Country
Join with the Scots to celebrate and commemorate their hero and
national poet Robert Burns. With the bagpipes, the ceremony of the
haggis and a delicious traditional meal, this is altogether an
unforgettable evening.
27.00 (£)
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GB48
- Irish Pub Experience
Why not join in the fun and laughter of one of the cosiest pubs in
the country? Traditional Irish music tops the evening and before you
know it you’ll be joining in the songs and laughter. (Two drinks
of your choice is included).
20.00 (€)
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GB59
- Dublin Dinner
Join us for dinner in one of Dublin’s pub/restaurants.
38.00 (€)
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GB86
- Waterford Walk
Join our local guide for a dip into some of the fascinating history
of Waterford, followed by a drink at a local pub.
20.00 (€)
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GB105
- Loch Lomond Cruise and Dinner
Discover the wild beauty of the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond as we
cruise across the loch. We will listen to tales of the local area
and see the place where Rob Roy lay in hiding as we relax and enjoy
the stunning scenery. Then on to a quaint restaurant where we will
dine on Scottish delicacies.
31.50 (£)
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GB108
- Wye Valley & Tintern Abbey
An enchanting drive along the Wye Valley brings us to the
hauntingly beautiful and evocative Tintern Abbey, made famous by
Wordsworth’s poetry. After our visit, we enjoy an included
drink in a historic pub, which was once part of the Tintern
monk’s ciderhouse. We return to our hotel for dinner.
10.50 (£)
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DATES
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*These prices are correct at
the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at
the time of booking.
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