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Romantic Britain & Ireland - Small Group

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  • Length

    20 Days

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  • Starts in

    London (England)

  • Ends in

    London (England)

  • Available Tour Start Dates

    APR 15, 2025 to JUN 10, 2025 These are the tour start dates for instances of this tour that were available the last time Brendan Vacations sent us such information. There may be other departures for this tour that are not available (i.e. sold out or cancelled).

  • Activity Level

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  • Language

    English

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  • Special Interest(s)

    Small Group
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$8,716.25

Overview

Nurture your soul on this romantic tour of Oxfordā€™s cobbled alleyways, Edinburghā€™s Royal Mile and Dublinā€™s Guinness Storehouse. Spanning the stunning Lake District, Britainā€™s yesteryear Viking capital of York, Shakespeareā€™s birthplace in Stratford and William Wordsworthā€™s home village of Grasmere, this three week tour has it all. In Ireland, the lofty Cliffs of Moher offer truly stunning vistas, while the Dine Around in Killarney experience serves up a traditional Sunday roast dinnerā€”with all the trimmings. The journey through the Ring of Kerry boasts breathtaking views of mountains fading into the distant sea and after a stop at the famous kissing stone in Blarney Castle, Local Experts add some extra sparkle with a personal tour through the House of Waterford Crystal.

Visited During Tour

Bath (England) | Belfast (Northern Ireland) | Blarney Castle (Ireland) | Cardiff (Wales) | Cliffs of Moher (Ireland) | Dartmoor (England) | Dingle Peninsula (Ireland) | Dublin (Ireland) | Edinburgh (Scotland) | Fort William (Scotland) | Galway (Ireland) | Glasgow (Scotland) | Glastonbury (England) | Glencoe (Scotland) | Inverness (Scotland) | Isle of Skye (Scotland) | Killarney (Ireland) | Lake District National Park (England) | Limerick (Ireland) | Lincoln (England) | Loch Lomond (Scotland) | Loch Ness (Scotland) | Lock Duich (Scotland) | London (England) | Oxford (England) | Pitlochry (Scotland) | Plymouth | Ring of Kerry (Ireland) | St Andrews (Scotland) | Stonehenge (England) | Stratford-upon-Avon (England) | Torquay (England) | Waterford (Ireland) | York (England)

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Pricing Type: Double Occupancy
Pricing is per person, based on two people per reservation
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$8,716.25
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(Departure #20250416)
Tuesday Jun 10, 2025 Sunday Jun 29, 2025 Brendan Vacations Sale
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You're sure to enjoy an affordable Brendan Vacations tour package when booking with us!

Contact us for pricing and availability.
Available for new bookings made starting 10/13/20. Subject to expire without advanced notice.

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Available for new bookings made starting 12/15/23. Subject to expire without advanced notice.

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$9,191.25
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(Departure #20250611)
Tour Itinerary
Brendan Vacations Tour Code 39-88

Romantic Britain & Ireland - Small Group

Brendan Vacations Tour Code 39-88

Map of Romantic Britain & Ireland - Small Group from Brendan Vacations
  • Day
    1

    Welcome to London

    Welcome to London. After checking into your hotel, the afternoon is free to enjoy a city that is famous for its pomp and pageantry. Perhaps relax with a walk along the Serpentine in Hyde Park or window shop in the elegant boutiques of Knightsbridge? Alternatively, you may want to stroll along the Thames to the iconic Tower Bridge and Tower of London.

      Accommodations: The Clermont Victoria, London
  • Day
    2

    Oxford and Stratford

    Meet your Travel Director in London before depart for the famous university town of Oxford, with its beautiful spires. With time at leisure, why not visit the world-famous Ashmolean Museum or browse through the local indoor market? Continue via pretty Cotswolds villages to Stratford-upon-Avon. Discover how William Shakespeare and his incredible works continue to shape society today when you visit his birthplace, full of interesting memorabilia and artefacts relating to his life. Tonight, enjoy a warm and friendly dinner with drinks at a local pub.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Accommodations: Mercure Shakespeare, Stratford-upon-Avon
  • Day
    3

    Lincoln and Medieval York

    Travel through the heart of ā€˜Robin Hood Countryā€™ on your way to visit Lincoln. Continue to York, once the Viking capital of Britain and one of England's oldest cities. Saunter along the Shambles to reach the York Minster, in the heart of this medieval gem.Ā Your hotel lies within the walls facing Cliffordā€™s Tower.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Accommodations: Hilton York
  • Day
    4

    The English Lakes to Edinburgh

    Drive through the Lake District National Park, a scenic wonderland of rugged mountains and tranquil lakes, inspiring a host of English poets. Stop in Wordsworthā€™s village of Grasmere and see the poetā€™s grave in the churchyard. Cross the border at Gretna Green, where runaway lovers were married, and continue to the Scottish capital.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Virgin, Edinburgh
  • Day
    5

    Scotlandā€™s Capital of Culture

    Travel down the Royal Mile to see the Palace of Holyroodhouse ā€” ofļ¬cial Scottish residence of His Majesty, The King - before crossing over to New Town. Walk with your Local Expert inside Edinburgh Castle for spectacular views of the town and see the Scottish Crown Jewels, the Stone of Destiny and Mons Meg.The afternoon is free to shop on Princes Street.Ā In the evening, select departures will attend The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo ā€” a colorful mixture of historic battles and military manoeuvres, complete with pipes and drums.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Virgin, Edinburgh
  • Day
    6

    St. Andrews and Inverness

    Cross the Firth of Forth into Fife and make your way to St. Andrews, passing the world's oldest golf course as you arrive where golf was born in the 15th century. Enjoy free time to explore, perhaps wander to St. Andrews University where the love story of Kate Middleton finding her Prince Charming began when her and Prince William were students there. Alternately, stroll to West Sands Beach where the famous 'Chariots of Fire' scene was filmed. Your travels continue as you cross the Tay and journey to the charming Victorian resort town of Pitlochry, famous for its salmon run. Stop at Atholl Palace and Gardens for a delicious cream tea. Originally opened in Victorian times, the hotel retains many of its traditional features.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Afternoon Tea
    • Dinner
    • Accommodations: Kingsmills, Inverness
  • Day
    7

    Across the Sea to Skye

    Enjoy a journey of discovery on a Loch Ness cruise. Soak up the scenery, historic monuments and intriguing tales of Nessie in the heart of Scotland's great glen.Afterwards, pause for a photo of Eilean Donan Castle, set idyllically on a headland on Loch Duich. Listen to tales of Flora MacDonald and her defense of the Bonnie Prince as you cross over the sea to Skye.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Accommodations: The Dunollie, Broadford
  • Day
    8

    Loch Lomond and Glasgow

    Return to the mainland and drive to the World War II Commando Memorial in the shadow of Ben Nevis. Continue through Fort William to absorb the dramatic scenery of Glencoe, the Valley of the Weeping, where the dreadful massacre of the MacDonald's took place in 1692. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond, en route to Glasgow. Your Travel Director will show you Glasgow's grand public buildings, including George Square and St. Mungoā€™s Cathedral.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Radisson Blu, Glasgow
  • Day
    9

    Across the Irish Sea to Belfast

    Bid farewell to Scotland as you cross the Irish Sea and continue your journey to the vibrant capital of Northern Ireland, Belfast. Meet Hilda, your Local Expert, for a passionate city tour of Belfast including views of the City Hall, Queen's University, the Parliament Building at Stormont and murals in different locations indicating political sentiments of local residents. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore at your leisure.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Titanic, Belfast
  • Day
    10

    Dublin city sightseeing. Relaxed Start

    Travel alongside the Mountains of Mourne before crossing the historic Boyne Valley, site of the battle where William of Orange defeated the forces of Catholic King James. Continue to Dublin, Ireland's 'fair city where the girls are so pretty,' and see Oā€™Connell Street, Dublin Castle and St. Patrickā€™s Cathedral, with your Local Expert.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Riu Plaza The Gresham, Dublin
  • Day
    11

    A pint of the 'Black Stuff'

    Experience Ireland's national and world-famous drink in the Guinness Storehouse. Gain a fascinating insight into the history and traditions behind its production. The rest of the day is yours to shop, continue sightseeing or maybe take an optional drive to the ruined monastic site of Glendalough.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Riu Plaza The Gresham, Dublin
  • Day
    12

    Galway, the Cliffs of Moher and Limerick

    Travel west to Galway, known as the City of the Tribes. Guided by your Travel Director, enjoy free time in this artsy, bohemian city. Cross the limestone landscape of the Burren, to the Visitor Center at the Cliffs of Moher for breathtaking vistas of the Clare Coast. Journey to the town of Limerick, nestled on the shores of the River Shannon.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: The George, Limerick
  • Day
    13

    The Dingle Peninsula to Killarney Relaxed Start

    In the morning, your Travel Director will show you the 12th century St. Maryā€™s Cathedral, King Johnā€™s Castle and the Treaty Stone before setting off to Tralee. Enjoy more spectacular scenery as you make your way through the great cliffs, wide skies and ocean views of the Dingle Peninsula to Killarney.Ā For dinner you are treated to a traditional Sunday roast, with all the trimmings.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Accommodations: Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa
  • Day
    14

    Ring of Kerry Experience Relaxed Start

    A delightful morning excursion will take you around the Ring of Kerry, where mountains, valleys, lakes and sea blend into a landscape that is often breathtaking beyond words. Continue through Irelandā€™s highest mountain range, the MacGillicuddy Reeks, to the three peaceful Lakes of Killarney. Meet John for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTERĀ® Experience as you visit his family-run seaweed farm on the Ring of Kerry. Learn about sustainable farming practices that protect the wild Irish Atlantic coasts. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to relax and enjoy. Maybe take the opportunity to ride a jaunting car around the lake or through the National Park?

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Accommodations: Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa
  • Day
    15

    Blarney Castle and Waterford

    Visit the ruined 15th century Blarney Castle. Will you hang upside down from the ramparts to kiss the stone and ensure a lifetime of eloquence? Continue to the walled city of Waterford and see the 11th century Reginald's Tower.Ā On your guided visit of the House of Waterford Crystal, you will meet an artisan and see their fine work.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Accommodations: Granville, Waterford
  • Day
    16

    Across the Irish Sea to Cardiff

    From Rosslare, take the ferry across the Irish Sea to Pembroke and continue on with a pleasant journey through the rural scenery of Pembrokeshire. Travel past the valleys of southern Wales to the capital, Cardiff, famous for its imposing castle and the brilliant Principality Stadium. Enjoy an orientation of the port city, upon the River Taff.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Clayton, Cardiff
  • Day
    17

    Bath and Glastonbury

    Cross the Severn Bridge to reach the City of Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built above Britain's only thermal, mineral springs. Enjoy an orientation with your Travel Director, through the Georgian streets and crescents. Visit the Roman Baths and learn how this hub of culture is pioneering educational investments to benefit the community, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTERĀ® Experience. Your journey continues to mystical Glastonbury where you will see the abbey, reputedly the legendary burial place of King Arthur. Continue south, to reach the seaside town of Torquay.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: The Imperial Torquay (Sea view rooms)
  • Day
    18

    The Devonshire Coast

    Explore Dartmoor with Brendan Choice. Choose to join a scenic exploration of Dartmoor National Park. Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing cruise of Plymouth harbor and see the Mayflower Steps, Barbican, Royal Citadel and Plymouth Hoe. At dinner this evening, enjoy a fine selection of local dishes.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Accommodations: The Imperial Torquay (Sea view rooms)
  • Day
    19

    Salisbury Plain and Stonehenge

    Start the day by crossing the Salisbury Plain and stop to visit the mysterious megaliths of Stonehenge, the world's most famous prehistoric monument, its true meaning lost in the mists of time. Your escorted journey draws to a close on your return to London where the rest of the evening is at your leisure.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodations: The Clermont Victoria, London
  • Day
    20

    Homeward Bound

    Your journey comes to an end after breakfast.

    • Meals Included:
    • Breakfast
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* LONDON TRANSFERS: Book air with Insight Vacations and you will receive Complimentary transfers from and to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on arrival and departure days of the itinerary or in conjunction with pre-trip or post-trip accommodation booked through Insight Vacations. Guests who have made their own flight arrangements may purchase a transfer at our specially negotiated group transfer rates. * NOTE: This Trip falls under Tour Deposit Level 2. Please refer to the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations policies on our website.
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