The Majesty of the British Isles: England, Ireland and Scotland by Sea

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Highlights
- Walk through the Lost Gardens of Heligan, a 1,000-acre English estate all but abandoned during World War 1 and recently rediscovered and restored to the glory of its heyday.
- In Dublin, meet students at historic Trinity College who accompany you around campus, see the famed Book of Kells and eat a pub lunch with traditional musicians who share their talents.
- Discover medieval Scotland in the Scottish Highlands and in Edinburgh, including an exploration of the interior of Edinburgh Castle.
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In Flight
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Copenhagen Strand Hotel
Activity note: If your flight lands in the morning, your hotel room may not be available for check in when you arrive.
Afternoon: Check in at your hotel and take the afternoon to unpack and rela...
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Norwegian Star
Activity note: Getting on/off a motorcoach, standing and walking through museums and historic sites.
Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning: Depart the hotel for a panoramic intr...
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Norwegian Star
Activity note: While we do everything we can to finalize all aspects of our programs well in advance, please note that weather conditions and current events may alter the sailing itinerary, often ...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Norwegian Star
Activity note: Please note that days in port can result in congestion getting on and off the ship. Your group leader will arrange a common meeting point prior to disembarkation, but there m...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Norwegian Star
Activity note: Getting on and off a motor coach, walking over uneven surfaces and standing at historical sites.
Breakfast: Breakfast at leisure aboard the ship.
Morning: After...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Norwegian Star
Breakfast: Breakfast at leisure aboard the ship.
Morning: The Lost Gardens of Heligan: The tale of Heligan, one of the most mysterious estates in England is extraordinary. Beautifull...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Norwegian Star
Breakfast: Breakfast at leisure aboard the ship.
Morning: Built over 600 years ago by a great Irish Chieftain - Cormac Mac Carthy, the legendary Blarney Stone- Stone of Eloquence, is...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Norwegian Star
Breakfast: Breakfast at leisure aboard the ship.
Morning: Visit historic Trinity College in the company of current undergraduates. Trinity College builds on its four-hundred year old...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Norwegian Star
Breakfast: Breakfast at leisure aboard the ship.
Morning: This morning, board a private motor coach for a brief transfer to the city center. En route, learn about the rich legacy of ...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Norwegian Star
Breakfast: Breakfast at leisure aboard the ship.
Morning: Join your study leader for an onboard lecture.
Lunch: Lunch at leisure aboard the ship.
Afternoon: Afternoon at leisure.
Dinner: Group dinner aboard the ship.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Norwegian Star
Breakfast: Breakfast at leisure aboard the ship.
Morning: Cawdor Castle: Disembark the ship and coach to the parish of Cawdor for a visit to Cawdor Castle. Set amid gardens in the pa...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Norwegian Star
Breakfast: Breakfast aboard the ship.
Morning: Edinburgh Highlights: Enjoy a half day (4 hours) field trip in Royal Edinburgh – Scotland’s vibrant capital. Historic landmarks Holyroo...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Breakfast: Breakfast aboard the ship.
Morning: Join your study leader for an onboard lecture.
Lunch: Lunch aboard the ship.
Afternoon: Join your study leader for an onboard lecture.
Dinner: Group dinner aboard the ship.
Meals: Breakfast
In Flight
Activity note: Disembarkation on a large ocean liner can be a lengthy process depending on how many other ships are in port. Please pack your passport and flight information in your hand luggage in order to be prepared for chec...
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Copenhagen Strand Hotel: 1 night Copenhagen
Copenhagen Strand Hotel is a three star hotel located in one of the original warehouses on the Copenhagen harbor front. The historic buildings have been restored and the hotel’s interior design offers a rustic style with a maritime touch, some bedrooms have view of the harbor and the promenade.
Norwegian Star: 11 nights Miami
Norwegian Star blends the relaxed Freestyle Cruising concept with cruises to the Baltic capitals, The Caribbean and Transatlantic. Onboard Norwegian Star features 15 delicious dining options, 11 bars and lounges, a sprawling spa, an always-exciting casino, plus tons of fun for kids of every age. So whether you're exploring Northern Europe sipping Piña Coladas in The Caribbean, or cruising across the Atlantic, this ship offers it all.
Gross Register Tonnage: 91,740 Guest Capacity (double occupancy): 2,348 Overall Length: 965ft Max Beam: 125ft Refurbished Year Built 2001: 2015 Ship Crew Best from the Northeast (2013): 1,031
13 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches and 13 Dinners
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