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Britain & Ireland Highlights |
8 day
tour from US$1450
Tour Type: Regional Europe |
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Itinerary |
What's
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Optionals |
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HIGHLIGHT |
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Highlights:
- Stratford-upon-Avon
- York
- Glasgow
- Edinburgh
- Belfast
- Dublin
- Kildare
- Kilkenny
- Waterford
- Cardiff
- Bath
- Stonehenge
- Salisbury
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Britain
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1 - London - Stratford - York
Greetings from our Tour Director this morning as we begin our drive
through Oxfordshire countryside to Stratford-upon-Avon. On our
arrival we see Anne Hathaway's cottage at Shottery and then visit
the house where Shakespeare was born. This afternoon we continue to
Viking York where a walking tour takes us through the historic
streets to the cobbled 'Shambles' and Britain's largest medieval
Cathedral York Minster. This evening, before dinner at our hotel we
enjoy a welcome drink with our Tour Director. (Continental
breakfast/ Dinner)
Hotel: Quality
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2 - York - Lake District - Glasgow (2 nights)
This morning after breakfast, we will enjoy a beautiful drive that
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, through the
countryside which inspired William Wordsworth's poetry. Later, we
cross the border into Bonnie Scotland and drive through the Southern
Uplands en route to Glasgow, where we spend the next two nights.
(Full English breakfast)
Hotel: Radisson SAS (2 nights)
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3 - Edinburgh Excursion
After breakfast our morning drive brings us to Edinburgh, Scotland's
capital, where a guided sightseeing tour shows us Princes Street,
the Royal Mile and views of Holyrood House, once home of Mary Queen
of Scots. Also included is a visit to Edinburgh's imposing castle.
Then enjoy time at leisure to do as you please. You may wish to shop
for tweeds and tartans. Or why not try some delicious shortbread
before we make our way back to Glasgow for the night? This evening
we will enjoy an evening of traditional hospitality in a local
restaurant. (Full English breakfast / Highlight dinner)
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4 - Glasgow - Belfast – Dublin (2 nights)
An early start today as we drive into Robert Burns country and along
the rugged coast to Stranraer for our ferry to Belfast in Northern
Ireland. Here a sightseeing tour shows us the City Hall and Queen's
University. Then we're on our way south, crossing the River Boyne at
Drogheda and on to Dublin for two nights. (Full English breakfast)
Hotel: Camden Court
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5 - Dublin sightseeing & at leisure
Our morning sightseeing tour in this 'fair city' shows us Trinity
College, the Bank of Ireland, which used to be Ireland's House of
Parliament, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Phoenix Park and the Georgian
Squares. The rest of your day is at leisure. You may wish to shop
for Irish tweeds and linen in O'Connell or Henry Streets or maybe
take a trip to the stately home of Malahide. This evening, why not
join us at an Irish cabaret? (Full English breakfast)
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6 - Dublin - Kildare - Waterford
Today after a good Irish breakfast, our first stop will be at the
Irish National Stud Farm located outside the town of Kildare. Then
we make our way to medieval Kilkenny where we see its ancient
castle. Later, we continue our drive to the Waterford Crystal
Factory where we have an included visit to see how crystal is
created before we continue to our hotel for dinner and overnight
stay. (Full English breakfast/ Dinner)
Hotel: The Belfry
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7 - Waterford - Cardiff - Newport
An early start this morning as we drive to Rosslare Harbour where we
board our ferry to Pembroke in South Wales. From here we continue on
to the Welsh capital Cardiff. Here we stop to view its historic
castle and see the Millennium Stadium Cardiff Arms Park. Then we
reboard our coach for a short drive to our hotel in Newport. (Full
English breakfast)
Hotel: Holiday Inn
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8 - Newport - Bath - Stonehenge - London
This morning we cross the Severn Bridge into England heading to the
glorious city of Bath. On our arrival an orientation tour shows us
its graceful terraces and includes a visit to the Baths dating from
Roman times. From here we continue to mysterious monolithic
Stonehenge to see the ancient stone circle. From here we're off to
Salisbury with time to view its impressive Cathedral. Finally we
return to London. (Full English breakfast)
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WHAT'S
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Britain &
Ireland Highlights What's Included
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Sightseeing
Highlights
- Stratford-upon- Avon:
Visit William Shakespeare's birthplace and see Anne
Hathaway's cottage.
- York: Orientation
including the Minster and 'Shambles'.
- Glasgow: Orientation
tour.
- Edinburgh:
Sightseeing includes a visit to the Castle and views of
Holyrood House.
- Belfast: Sightseeing
includes the City Hall and Queen's University.
- Dublin: Sightseeing
views St. Patrick's Cathedral and Trinity College.
- Kildare: Visit the
Irish National Stud Farm.
- Kilkenny: See its
ancient castle.
- Waterford: Visit the
Crystal factory to see how crystal is created.
- Cardiff: View Cardiff
Castle.
- Bath: Orientation
includes a visit to the Roman Baths.
- Stonehenge: Visit the
stone circle.
- Salisbury: View the
Cathedral.
- Scenic drives through
the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the English Lake
District, Scottish Borderlands and Pembrokeshire Coast.
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Dining
Highlights
- A welcome drink with your Tour
Director
- 4 full English breakfast on
tour
- 3 Irish breakfasts on tour
- 2 three-course dinners
- 1 local restaurant dinner in
Glasgow
10 meals in total (see day-by-day
itinerary)
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Class Travel Highlights
- The services of one of
Trafalgar's top professional Tour Directors on tour.
- A qualified local city guide in
Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin.
- The services of a qualified
Representative at your Trafalgar London hotel.
- Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar's
luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and
washroom.
- Ferry across the Irish Sea from
Scotland to Northern Ireland and Ireland to South Wales
- Complimentary pick-up and drop
off at your Trafalgar London Hotel on the day of departure and
return of the coach tour.
- You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms
with private facilities.
- All hotel service charges and
tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
- A stylish travel bag and wallet
containing tour documents and helpful information.
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Airport
Transfers
- London Gateways:
Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport
and central London. When you book your 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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Britain &
Ireland Highlights 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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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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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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GB51
- Conservation Village of Laycock and Dinner
A chance to enjoy the beauty of the English countryside when we go
back in time to discover the 17th century village of Laycock. Here
we will enjoy a delicious dinner in a quaint local pub.
24.00 (£)
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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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GB98
- Lake Windermere Cruise
A chance to view the glorious scenery of the Lake District as we
cruise across England’s largest lake, (tea and coffee included).
9.50 (£)
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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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*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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