Britain and Ireland Explorer (2024/2025, Base)

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Step into the stories of Great Britain and Ireland on this journey through history and natural beauty. Explore Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, feel the medieval magic of Edinburgh, and stand in awe of the sweeping Cliffs of Moher. Uncover the legacies of Vikings, Romans, and Normans. Traverse England’s stunning Lake District, and scan the eerie waters of a...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Step into the stories of Great Britain and Ireland on this journey through history and natural beauty. Explore Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, feel the medieval magic of Edinburgh, and stand in awe of the sweeping Cliffs of Moher. Uncover the legacies of Vikings, Romans, and Normans. Traverse England’s stunning Lake District, and scan the eerie waters of a legendary loch for its most famous resident.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transport
Start CityLondon
End CityLondon

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 40

Trip includes

    • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
    • The services of a Costsaver Local Host if you stay at Costsaver's recommended London hotel
    • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
    • Many meals and daily breakfasts included
    • City orientation tours
    • Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
    • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
    • Extensive variety of Choice Experiences
    • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive London

Discover what's 'great' about Great Britain as you kick-start your lengthy love affair with Britain and Ireland in London. After checking in, spend your leisure time exploring the city your way. You could shop up a storm on Oxford Street, board the London Eye for pano...

Day 2: London free day

You may not be royalty, but London rolls out its red carpet today as you enjoy a full free day to explore the city on your terms. There's no shortage of things to do and places to visit, so spend your time wisely embracing all the cosmopolitan verve this multicultural...

Day 3: London – Stratford-upon-Avon – York – Bradford

This morning, meet your Travel Director and travel companions before you set off from London. Discover what's ‘great' about Great Britain as you kickstart your lengthy love affair with Britain and Ireland in London. The multicultural capital, with all its color, histo...

Day 4: Bradford – Edinburgh

All that lies between you and bonnie Scotland is Hadrian’s Wall. Unlike the barbarians it sought to keep out, you’ll have free reign not only to view it but to cross it bound for the 12th-century ruins of Jedburgh Abbey. See how this symbol of power and authority over...

Day 5: Edinburgh sightseeing and free time

Poets, writers, kings and queens have all found it impossible to resist Edinburgh’s allure. From its medieval Old Town to the elegant Georgian façades across the Leith, you’ll soon discover why it captured the hearts of so many famous people throughout the ages. Your ...

Day 6: Edinburgh – St. Andrews – Scottish Highlands

A scenic drive through the ancient kingdom of Fife this morning reveals a time when these lush green hills were under the feudal rule of a Pictish king. Your first stop, however, is in the seaside town of St. Andrews, most noteworthy for its 15th-century university an...

Day 7: Scottish Highlands excursion

Straight out of a scene in 'Outlander', the Scottish Highlands has a mystical air about it which you’ll come to discover as you explore its rugged beauty, evocative history and enchanting Highland ways. On your visit to Loch Ness this morning, keep a keen eye out for ...

Day 8: Scottish Highlands – Glasgow

Get ready for a jaw-dropping road trip through Scotland’s most legendary landscapes. Towering above it all, Ben Nevis sets the scene as we cruise toward Fort William, the self-proclaimed "Outdoor Capital of the UK." Soak in the stunning views of Loch Linnhe on your dr...

Day 9: Glasgow – Gretna Green – Lake District – Wrexham

Elope to Gretna Green, as many young couples once did to tie the knot over its marriage anvil. While the practice of handfasting was outlawed less than a century ago, this Scottish town remains a haven for romance and runaway lovers. Continue south through tiny northe...

Day 10: Wrexham – Chester – Dublin

See the legacy of Roman rule during this morning’s visit to the ancient walled city of Chester. You’ll view its defensive 1st-century walls and the characteristic black and white half-timbered buildings, famously known as 'The Rows' before heading to the west coast. C...

Day 11: Dublin sightseeing and free time

Embrace your playful side on this morning’s sightseeing tour through Ireland’s whimsical capital with a Local Guide. View St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin Castle and Trinity College, where the 9th-century Book of Kells, and Ireland’s greatest cultural treasure, is hous...

Day 12: Dublin - Boyle - Co. Donegal

Cross the 'Emerald Isle', passing lush green counties as you wind your way north to Bundoran. There’s no better way to admire the scenery than joining an optional cruise along the Shannon River. Later, view the ruins of the 12th-century Boyle Abbey before continuing t...

Day 13: County Donegal excursion

Leaving civilization behind for the day, your scenic drive through County Donegal will deliver a multitude of dramatic landscapes. Golden beaches, rugged cliffs and uninhabited islands dot your route so keep your camera at the ready to capture these perfect gifts of Mother Nature.

The Abbey

Breakfast

Day 14: County Donegal – Galway – Cliffs of Moher – Shannon

Galway’s ancient reputation as a 'place of foreigners' is long gone, but much of its captivating heritage remains as you’ll see first-hand during a stroll around Eyre Square. View Galway Cathedral, then leave the city behind for the plunging Cliffs of Moher. Take a de...

Day 15: Shannon – Dingle Peninsula – Co. Kerry

See the Ireland you’ve only encountered in pictures and on the big screen until now. Your drive around the stunning Dingle Peninsula reveals a land of stone monuments, wild beaches and verdant pastures. See tiny Gaelic settlements, colorful fishing villages and landsc...

Day 16: Co. Kerry – Blarney – Waterford

Kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire the 'gift of the gab' on your visit to Blarney Castle this morning. Show off your silver tongue throughout your scenic drive through Cork to Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city. From the ancient Vikings to the Normans, they all made the...

Day 17: Waterford – Cardiff

Board your return ferry to the United Kingdom this morning, arriving in Wales later where its tiny capital Cardiff waits to be explored. Your orientation tour will take you past its Millennium Center, the National Assembly and the historic Castle at its heart. Join an...

Day 18: Cardiff – Bath – Windsor – London

There's time to fit in some last-minute sightseeing before returning to London. Cross the Severn Estuary into England and venture to Bath, with its elegant Georgian architecture and the Roman Baths which have given this ancient spa town its name. Visit Windsor and vie...

Day 19: Depart London

It's time to close the curtain on your epic adventure across Britain and Ireland. You'll say cheerio to new friends as you prepare for your return journey home.

Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,533
Price per day$186
Last Updated: 3/15/2025
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Finish Date
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02 May 2025
20 May 2025
$3,925
$5,835
09 May 2025
27 May 2025
$3,925
$5,375
23 May 2025
10 Jun 2025
$3,975
$5,335
30 May 2025
17 Jun 2025
$3,995
$5,365
06 Jun 2025
24 Jun 2025
$3,995
$5,435
20 Jun 2025
08 Jul 2025
$3,995
$5,375
27 Jun 2025
15 Jul 2025
$4,050
$5,450
04 Jul 2025
22 Jul 2025
$4,050
$5,460
11 Jul 2025
29 Jul 2025
$4,050
$5,460
18 Jul 2025
05 Aug 2025
$3,975
$5,315

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Accommodation

  • Novotel Brentford
  • Leonardo
  • Courtyard by Marriott
  • Craiglynne
  • Ibis City Center
  • Ramada Plaza
  • Dublin One
  • The Abbey
  • Treacys Oakwood
  • River Island
  • Treacy's
  • Mercure Cardiff Holland House Hotel & Spa
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Meals Included
  • 18 Breakfast (B)
  • 5 Dinner (D)
Age Requirements
6 years and up
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