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Savor the very best of England, Scotland and Ireland

Get a great introduction to three great countries on this lively trip to England, Ireland, and Scotland. Enjoy a generous helping of the essential must-dos, with a hint of the unexpected.

Trip details

Tour start London

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Tour end Dublin

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Days

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Nights

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Meals

Highlights

Windsor Castle

Visit the Queen's magnificent home, the longest-occupied palace in all of Europe.

Roman Baths

Discover why these mineral-rich hot springs have been a popular destination for more than 2,000 years.

Cliffs of Moher

Marvel at the stunning views from these cliffs, rising 700 feet above the Atlantic.

Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum

This unique museum recalls the days of early air travel, and is also the home of Irish coffee.

Blarney Castle

Kiss the Blarney Stone and get the gift of gab at this historic castle, with beautiful gardens to enjoy.

Shakespeare's Birthplace

Learn all about the life and work of the Bard — and tour his birthplace at Stratford-Upon-Avon.

Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Our August 5th to August 19th departures get to enjoy the precision and performance of pipe and drum corps from around the world.

Titanic Belfast
Titanic Belfast

Take a guided tour of central Belfast to see Victorian buildings, the imposing City Hall in Donegall Square, and the shipyards where RMS Titanic was built in 1912. Visit Titanic Belfast to learn about this ill-fated liner.

Tower of London
Tower of London

Explore the grand fortress that has served as a royal residence, a prison, an executioner's grounds — and even as a zoo, in its time.

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Itinerary

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Your tour begins at 2:00 PM at your London hotel. Take a panoramic tour of central London to see famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament. Visit the historic Tower of London to view the Crown Jewels. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group before dining independently.
Discover London’s iconic attractions at your own speed, as you please, with your choice of routes on an open-top, Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour. Enjoy a choice of routes and walking tours. Your evening is free to continue exploring and dining independently. (B)
Take a panoramic tour of Windsor before visiting Windsor Castle, the largest inhabited castle in the world and one of the Queen’s official residences. See the State Apartments and St George’s Chapel, the site of Prince Harry’s wedding to Meghan Markle. Spend some free time there before traveling on to the beautiful city of Bath. Founded by the Romans and rich in elegant Georgian architecture, the city is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Tour the Roman Baths to discover why these hot springs have been popular since ancient times. (B, D)
Take in the Cotswolds, a quintessentially English region with gently rolling hills, colorful gardens, and honey-colored stone buildings. Stop in one of its many charming old market towns or traditional villages. Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon to see an exhibition about his life and work, before walking through the house where he was born. Travel on to Liverpool and spend the evening exploring its rich pop-music history with dinner on your own. (B)
Travel through the Lake District, a region that inspired Beatrix Potter’s children’s books. Embark on a cruise along Lake Windermere. Spend some free time in a traditional lakeland village. Pass through Gretna Green, just over the Scottish border. Enjoy a traditional Scottish evening with entertainment. August 5 – 19 departures enjoy an evening free to dine independently. (B,D*)
Explore central Edinburgh on a panoramic tour; discover the Royal Mile, with its closely clustered medieval houses, and the 200-year-old New Town, with its elegant Georgian homes. Tour Edinburgh Castle to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny. The rest of the day is free to explore and dine on your own. On August 5 – 19 departures, experience the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)
Travel to Glasgow for a city tour, then take some free time to explore. Proceed to the harbor at Cairnryan for a short ferry ride to Ireland, and then to your Belfast hotel. (B, D)
Take some time this morning to explore central Belfast on your own. Then learn all about Belfast’s shipbuilding history and the ill-fated RMS Titanic at Titanic Belfast where you can experience the history of this ocean liner through interactive displays. In the evening, stop at The Glyde Inn for a drink and dinner with entertainment. (B, D)
Tour Dublin independently, on the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour. Use your voucher to visit your choice of one of Dublin’s top attractions: Teeling Distillery, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, or The GPO Museum. You are free to dine as you wish this evening. (B)
Visit Blarney Castle and kiss the famous stone. Then travel on to Macroom and into the mountainous scenery toward Killarney. After dinner at your hotel you might want to check out one of Killarney’s many pubs offering traditional music. (B, D)
Head to the beautiful Gap of Dunloe for a stop at Moriarty’s, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner. Proceed on to the spectacular beauty and charm of the Dingle Peninsula, famed as settings for “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Far and Away”. Take some free time to explore Dingle town. Later, go to Kate Kearney’s Cottage for an Irish night featuring dinner and traditional entertainment. (B, D)
Visit Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum, which recalls the early days of air travel. Foynes is the home of Irish coffee, so you’ll learn how to make one and enjoy a sample. Take a ferry across the River Shannon, and drive to visit the Cliffs of Moher. Admire the limestone landscape of the Burren as you travel to vibrant Galway, where you’ll take a panoramic tour of the city center before dinner at your hotel. (B, D)
Set out on a walking tour of Galway City with a local guide. Travel to a traditional farm to watch trained dogs herd sheep; enjoy tea and scones. Head east to Dublin; stroll around Dalkey, an exclusive seaside suburb home to such luminaries as singers Bono and Enya and the late writer Maeve Binchy. Enjoy a farewell dinner at your elegant castle hotel. (B, D)
Your program ends after breakfast. (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner * Meal counts vary on Tattoo departures, as the Scottish Evening is replaced with the Tattoo and an independent dinner. >

Where you’ll stay

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Victoria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Victoria London, England

DoubleTree Hotel London – Victoria offers comfortable guest rooms and suites. Enjoy standard and...
Bailbrook House Hotel Exterior

Bailbrook House Hotel Bath, UK

Started as a private residence in the early 1790s, the hotel retains all the glories of that era,...
Hilton Hotel Liverpool

Hilton Liverpool City Centre Liverpool, England

In the heart of the Liverpool One development in the city center, this 4-Star hotel has...
Malmaison Edinburgh

Malmaison Edinburgh Edinburgh, Scotland

This boutique hotel sits on the banks of the Forth river in Leith, and features a state-of-...
AC Hotel Belfast River View

AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast Belfast, Northern Ireland

AC Hotel Belfast is an urban retreat in a riverside location. Explore Belfast on foot with Titanic...
The Croke Park Hotel

The Croke Park Hotel Dublin, Ireland

Opposite Croke Park Stadium, this luxury 4-star hotel features spacious rooms with 50-inch Smart...
The Brehon Hotel

The Brehon Hotel Killarney, Ireland

Boasting marble bathrooms and spacious rooms with mountain views, The Brehon is 1,650 feet from...
The Galmont Hotel & Spa

The Galmont Hotel & Spa Galway, Ireland

The Galmont is one of Ireland's premier 4-star hotels, located in Galway City on the Wild Atlantic...
Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel

Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel Dublin, Ireland

Welcome to Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel Dublin. Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel offers guests tranquility,...
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Inclusive package with no hidden extras

What's included?

  • Full daily breakfast and many meals*
  • Scottish & Irish 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

Shakespeare's Birthplace

My travel agent recommended CIE Tours years ago and I have never been anything but happy with the way the trip is put together. I plan on touring with CIE Tours in the future.

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Maria C Gonzalez
1 month 2 weeks ago

We stayed hungry for more. It was that great we needed more days in our trip.

5
Angelica Irvin
1 month 3 weeks ago
Best trip ever!

Definitely get your money’s worth! Would have loved to have more hotels like bailbrook. Or to have stayed longer there but overall happy with the experience.

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Mr. Gordon John Mackenzie Jr
1 month 2 weeks ago
OUTSTANDING!!

Because everything ran like clockwork. The tour guides were exceptional, and had a deep insight into the local areas we visited.

5
Brenna Helen Stenblom
1 month 3 weeks ago
A spectacular, glorious trip! Our tour guide Garry was phenomenal!!

This trip was more than I ever dreamed it could be and our tour guide was incredible! I have so much ancestral roots in the UK and Ireland that for the first time it was brought to life! Not only was this my dream come true but learning so much of where I came from and my roots made the experience that much more rewarding! The love and passion our tour guides have for their countries came thru stronghold. The friendships we made on our tour will be had forever.

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Mrs. Susan Virginia Trask
7 months 2 weeks ago
CIE delivered what they advertised.

It was a good buy for the price.

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