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Best of Britain
Starting from $2,845
- 10 Days In 2024
Get to know Britain on this whirlwind tour
This fast-paced tour is the perfect introduction to England, Scotland and Wales, showcasing the very best historical and scenic spots, alongside vibrant cities.Trip details
Tour start Windsor
Tour end London
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Highlights
Edinburgh Castle
Walk in the footsteps of soldiers, kings and queens, and even the odd pirate or two, in this medieval-era royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress, alive with many exciting tales.
Roman Baths & Pump Room
Stop at one of the oldest spas in the world, with hot springs, built during the Roman Empire.
Tower of London
See this former royal fortress, prison, palace, and current home of the Crown Jewels.
Cardiff Castle
Visit one of the most iconic of the 600 castles that dot Wales' landscape.
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Travelers on our August 8-22 departures can watch kilt-clad corps perform with drums and pipes in military precision.
Windsor Castle
Visit the Queen's magnificent home, the longest-occupied palace in all of Europe.
Stonehenge
Marvel at the massive stone circle crafted by prehistoric people.
Blenheim Palace
Visit the gilded State Rooms with their priceless collections of portraits, tapestries and furniture, and an exhibition devoted to the palace's most famous son, Winston Churchill.
Itinerary
Day 1Windsor Castle, Walking Tour & Welcome Drink
Day 2Blenheim Palace & Cotswolds Drive
Day 3York Walking Tour, York Minster & Bamburgh Castle
Day 4Edinburgh City Tour, Edinburgh Castle & Scottish Evening*
Day 5Lake District & Liverpool
Day 6Ludlow, Tintern Abbey & Cardiff Castle
Day 7Cardiff Panoramic Tour, Roman Baths & Stonehenge
Day 8London Tour, Tower of London & Independent Sightseeing
Day 9Independent London Sightseeing
Day 10Tour Ends in London
Where you’ll stay
Inclusive package with no hidden extras
What's included?
- Full daily breakfast and many meals*
- An evening of Scottish entertainment
- Transportation (Buses, shuttles & ferries)
- Welcome drinks with your group
- Free Wi-Fi on luxury coaches
- All entrance fees to attractions
- Comprehensive travel itinerary
*Breakfast is not included on Day 1
Our welcome gift to you
- A travel backpack
- Travel adapter
- Rain poncho
- Luggage strap and tags
- Documents wallet
From our travelers
We had a wonderful tour. All the accommodations were first class. The very first day we saw a mile long line at Windsor Castle, but our tickets were already taken care of and we went straight in with no waiting. That was the way it was at all sights on the trip. We visited the important sights and did not have to worry about booking, driving, parking, where to stay or where to eat.
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See what people are saying about this trip
Paul Norman Fecteau
The UK tour surpassed our expectations in every way! From the moment we were met at Heathrow and to the very last days in London we were very pleased with the itinerary. Our tour guide, Peter Scott, and bus driver, Mark, were exceptional in making our first European experience excellent in every way. The other 25 people on the tour were all wonderful. We would certainly do another tour with CIE.
Great value….saw many great sights…learned a lot of UK’s rich history…hotel accommodations were perfect….ate very well
Daniel Gerard Merritt
A Great English tour
A lot to see. Only if it was longer
CIE Tours Customer
Gareth was a helpful tour guide.
Ms. Amanda
Highly Recommend this trip of a Lifetime
I loved how we were able to see so much in such a short period of time. Everything was made easy for us such as transportation to each place (as well as to and from the airport) and most of our meals (all breakfasts) were covered. I also love that it was affordable and everything was including in the price. I cannot pick a favorite place I loved it all. I wish I could have spent more time at each place but I understand it needed to be that way to fit everything in.
Amy Hahn
So much to see and do on the’Best of Britain’ tour!
Seeing so much of historical and modern Great Britain was enlightening. I can now put people and places in the country in perspective. Our guide was most helpful with this aspect. I felt the trip had great value for the money spent. Thank you!
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