Essential Britain & Ireland

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Overview
Highlights
- Stonehenge: Visit the prehistoric monument
- Bath : Visit the Roman relics
- Newport : Welcome dinner
- Cardiff : Orientation drive, guided tour of Cardiff Castle
- Pembroke–rosslare: Cross St. George’s Channel by ferry
- Waterford: Enjoy an Irish Coffee demonstration; guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal
- Kilkenny: Visit Kilkenny Castle
- Dublin : Orientation drive
- Belfast: Orientation
- Belfast–cairnryan : Cross the North Channel by ferry
What's this trip about?
Itinerary

Welcome to London! Uniformed Globus Hosts will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon.
Ancient Stones & Spa Days LONDON Meet your Tour Director and travel companions at 8 am and drive to Stonehenge. STONEHENGE Visit the prehistoric monument. BATH Visit the excavations of the Roman Baths. 164 mi / 264 km (Breakfast,Dinner)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT CUL...
Welsh Dragons, Daffodils & Castles CARDIFF Morning visit to Cardiff Castle. PEMBROKE Ferry crossing St. George’s Channel to Rosslare. 168 mi / 271 km (Breakfast,Dinner)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT CAPITAL CITY Explore the Welsh capital, see many historic buildings and d...
Cut Glass & Cobblestones WATERFORD Take a guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal. KILKENNY See one of Ireland’s most quaint towns with medieval cobblestones. 115 mi / 195 km (Breakfast)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Time to explore the city of Kilken...
Ireland’s Capital City DUBLIN Take a morning orientation drive to see O’Connell Street, Georgian squares, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College. Free time this afternoon. (Breakfast)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT CITY SIGHTS “In Dublin’s fair city where girls are so pr...
Irish Crossings BELFAST Pause at the magnificent City Hall before crossing the North Channel to Scotland's Cairnryan. 234 mi / 376 km (Breakfast)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT CITY SIGHTS Northern Ireland’s capital city of Belfast has seen its share of the ‘Troubles’ but its ...
Drummers, Pipers & Precious Jewels EDINBURGH Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the New Town, the Old Town, and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Free time this afternoon. (Breakfast)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT THE ROYAL EDI...
Augustine’s Monks & Medieval Markets JEDBURGH Take photos at the Augustinian abbey ruins. Drive into Northumberland National Park and see a section of Hadrian’s Wall. YORK See York Minster on [LF] a guided walk through The Shambles. 198 mi / 318 km (Breakfast,Di...
Mr. & Mrs. Shakespeare STRATFORD-UPON-AVON See Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace. 260 mi / 418 km (Breakfast)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT A LEGEND SLEPT HERE Ah, young love! Even more true as Shakespeare’s fiancée was eight years his senior. Se...
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
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Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Situated opposite Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Park Plaza Westminster Bridge places guests at the heart of central London. Dining option include Brasserie Joël, Ichi Sushi & Sashimi, 1WB Lounge & Patisserie, and Primo Bar. The hotel also boasts a fitness center with a 15-meter pool and Mandara Spa. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the hotel.
London
United Kingdom
200 Westminster Bridge
Park Plaza Waterloo
The 494-room property is situated within walking distance of top London attractions, including the London Eye, the London Dungeons and the Imperial War Museum. The Florentine Restaurant serves a Brasserie-style menu; the bar features the best of British bubbles and craft beers as well as a range of signature cocktails; and for a relaxing cup of coffee, head to the illy Caffè bar. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre and a heated swimming pool. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the hotel.
London
United Kingdom
6 Hercules Road
Ty Newport Hotel
Langstone Newport
United Kingdom
Chepstow Road
The Coldra Court by Celtic Manor
The Coldra Court Hotel is situated on the border of Newport and Monmouthshire, minutes from the rolling countryside of the Usk Valley and a short drive from the Newport. With its spacious, comfortable bedrooms, Southern-inspired smokehouse restaurant, health club, pool and gym, guests can relax and enjoy everything Coldra Court has to offer. All rooms offer complimentary WIFI internet access, television, desk with lamp, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities.
Newport-Gwent
United Kingdom
Chepstow Road
Tower Hotel
Traditional 4-story Hotel situated along the Quay, opposite historic Reginald's Tower (1003 A.D.).
Waterford
Ireland
The Mall
The Spencer
The Clarion Hotel IFSC Dublin City is a modern 4 star hotel located in the heart of Downtown Dublin overlooking the River Liffey. All 165 air-conditioned rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi access, interactive TV, Nespresso Coffee Machine, tea & coffee making facilities and iPod Docking station. Excise Grill is the perfect choice for pre theatre when planning a visit to Dublin's O2, Bord Gais Energy Theatre or Aviva Stadium or choose from the Chefs menu or a la carte which offers only the finest locally sourced ingredients. For a more casual experience Kudos Bar brings you Asian/Thai dishes and speciality beers and cocktails. Sanovitae Health & Fitness Club boasts an 18-meter swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and gym, as well as the French Beauty Day Spa.
Dublin 1
Ireland
Excise Walk, IFSC
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
The hotel is walking distance from the Temple Bar neighborhood, Irish Whiskey Museum, Trinity College, O'Connell Street, and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum. Guests can enjoy all-day restaurant and fitness center. All bedrooms have complimentary WIFI, 40-inch TV, mini-fridge, work desk with ergonomic chair and the Suite Dreams® by Serta bed.
Dublin 1
Ireland
Custom House Quay, North Dock
Mercure Edinburgh Princes Street
A fine 3 star Edinburgh hotel, ideally located in the city center's popular Princes Street. Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street Hotel has great views of Edinburgh Castle. The 158 stylish rooms all have internet access and satellite TV. Princes Dining Room and Bar are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as for light snacks and drinks.
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
53 Princes Street
Marriott Courtyard
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh is the newest edition to the Scottish capital, combining heritage and style with an innovative design and locally inspired furnishings. The hotel has a prime location, just a five-minute walk from Princes Street and Waverley Station. Spacious, modern hotel rooms include quality amenities, such as a selection of in-room entertainment, plush bedding, and a work desk. Meals are served in The Lantern Room and the lobby offers an innovative and sophisticated space for working and relaxing.
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
1 - 3 Baxter's Place
DoubleTree by Hilton York
The DoubleTree by Hilton York is located in the heart of York, overlooking the City Walls and just a 5-minute walk from York Minster. Guestroom features include a 49-inch HDTV, feather duvet and pillows (hypoallergenic available on request), seating area and desk, and amenities tray with mineral water. All guestrooms are fully air-conditioned. Other guest facilities include a laptop safe and USB port.
York
United Kingdom
St Maurices Road
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