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Great Britain & Ireland | Age 27-35 | Summer 2026
Great Britain & Ireland | Age 27-35 | Summer 2026
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Length
18 Days
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Starts in
London (England)
Ends in
London (England)
Available Tour Start Dates
JUN 7, 2026 to JUL 15, 2026 These are the tour start dates for instances of this tour that were available the last time Contiki sent us such information. There may be other departures for this tour that are not available (i.e. sold out or cancelled).
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Language
English
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Yes
Special Interest(s)
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Contiki tours are only available for 18- to 35-year olds.
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$3,382.08
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Overview
From London, Bristol, Oxford to York, Glasgow, Belfast, Dublin - this 18-day tour of Britain and Ireland includes entrance into awe-inspiring attractions aplenty, including puckering up for the Blarney stone, cruising across Loch Ness, and enjoying city tours of both Liverpool and Belfast with a group of 27-35s. Cross the Irish Sea, explore historic cities shrouded in folklore and mystery, gawp at Ireland's breathtaking landscapes and appreciate a culture of cool from as far back as the Beatles. It'll be love at first London site.
The following are Great Britain & Ireland | Age 27-35 | Summer 2026 tour dates available from Contiki. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Pricing Type: Double Occupancy
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SundayJun 7, 2026
WednesdayJun 24, 2026
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No Booking Fees!
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You're sure to enjoy an affordable Contiki tour package when booking with us!
Available for new bookings made starting 10/21/20. Subject to expire without advanced notice.
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application of any applicable promotions. Additional
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right to correct errors.
$3,382.08
Yes
(Departure #20260607)
WednesdayJul 15, 2026
SaturdayAug 1, 2026
Exclusive Rates on all Contiki Tours!
Exclusive Rates on all Contiki Tours!
Book any Contiki tour with us and you'll get the best deal possible!
Available for new bookings made starting 10/21/20. Subject to expire without advanced notice.
Bonus Offers are not combinable,
unless noted otherwise. Pricing may already reflect the
application of any applicable promotions. Additional
restrictions apply. Certain terms and conditions apply to
each offer. Additional restrictions apply. We reserve the
right to correct errors.
No Booking Fees!
No Booking Fees!
We do not charge booking fees on any Contiki vacations.
You're sure to enjoy an affordable Contiki tour package when booking with us!
Available for new bookings made starting 10/21/20. Subject to expire without advanced notice.
Bonus Offers are not combinable,
unless noted otherwise. Pricing may already reflect the
application of any applicable promotions. Additional
restrictions apply. Certain terms and conditions apply to
each offer. Additional restrictions apply. We reserve the
right to correct errors.
$3,422.40
Yes
(Departure #20260715)
Tour Itinerary
Note: The version of the tour that is currently selected (via the "Select Season" options above) will be in the reverse order of what is listed below. Please select a different version of this tour above (that doesn't indicate "Reverse") if you'd prefer the tour in the order listed below.
Good morning dear Londonites! Meet your new 27-35 crew and hop onto our coach. It’s time to make some moves.Hello Windsor, at the top of our agenda today is obviously, getting a magnificent view of the royal Windsor Castle! Afterwards, you’ve got some free time. So why not strut like a royal around this beautiful town studded with gardens and riverside views. And then it’s back on the coach to our next destination.Ready? We’re going back in time. Because you’ve got some free time to explore this historical town. Visit the Royal Crescent, Roman Baths, the Jane Austen museum or maybe do a canal cruise! (Go on, live your period drama dreams.)Welcome to the sea-side wonder of Bristol. Colourful buildings, crazy cliffs, beautiful bridges - you’re in for a treat. Speaking of treats…drop your bags off at our hotel before heading out on an optional walking tour to check out Bristol’s street art with a local guide. Tonight, we'll feast on a well-deserved dinner then hit the streets for a night out with your newly-made friends.
Meals Included:
Dinner
Accommodations:Holiday Inn Hotel Bristol Filton (or similar)
Day 2
Bristol to Birmingham via Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon
Time to wake up! You’ve got a delicious breakfast waiting for you before we make our way into Oxford.You’ve been dreaming about this. Haven’t you? We’re finally in THE Oxford - with its world-famous museums, libraries, churches and of course, University. You can even choose to roam around the river on a Punt. There's so much to be discovered here but we have a quick stop in this quaint little town (that's also the home of Shakespeare!). In the evening, we'll head to our stop for the night - Birmingham.Hungry? We'll drop our bags off at the hotel and then go for a stroll around the streets and grab a bite on the way. Get a good night's sleep because tomorrow, we're heading up North!
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Ibis Birmingham New Street Station (or similar)
Day 3
Birmingham to Manchester via Liverpool
Birmingham, you’ve been grand. But we’ve got places to be. Grab some breakfast before we hop onto our coach once more.Welcome to Liverpool. Chat all things Beatlemania & football in your best Scouse accent as we take a guided city tour.Tonight we’ll bed down in Manchester – Liverpool’s neighbouring city and fellow home of musical royalty that you’re free to explore. Just remember that toniiiiiight, you’re a rock and roll star.Heads up! Some departures will include an overnight stay in Liverpool rather than Manchester. Details about this will be shared in your travel documents closer to departure.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street (or similar)
Day 4
Manchester to York
Lap up your last dose of Manchester before we go back to the time of the Vikings... in the traditional walled city of York. 2,000 years of history will unfold upon us as we amble down narrow lanes of York, exploring the Minster, the Shambles and Clifford’s Tower. For fans of folklore, sign up to a night of ghostly horrors and dark alleyways & prepare to be spooked.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Holiday Inn Express Wakefield (or similar)
Day 5
York to Carlisle via Lake District
Even if the ghosts of York kept you awake all night, you're going to need to rise & shine and wave goodbye to the Harry Potter like setting of this ancient city. (Sorry). Obstacles aren’t really our thing. But when they’re all natural? Like rocky chutes, clear pools of water and even the occasional mini waterfall - all in the oh-so-stunning Lake District? Who can say no? And today, you have the option to explore it all. We’ll end the day in quaint and charming Carlisle, England's northern-most town (right on the border of England & Scotland)! Nothing like the northern air to cosy up and wake as fresh as a daisy the next morning for all our activities.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Ibis Carlisle City Centre Hotel (or similar)
Day 6
Carlisle to Edinburgh via Hadrian's Wall
Today we are in for some border hopping along the English/Scottish border to see the sights on our way to Edinburgh! We'll take a spectacular drive to the Roman Empire’s impressive Hadrian’s Wall as well as English country charm in abundance. Back in the 21st Century, we'll find ourselves in Edinburgh, a city that, although still simmering in ancient history, comes alive with music festivals, a rousing creative scene & fun bars. We'll kick off the evening with the option to indulge in a whisky tasting experience.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)
Day 7
Edinburgh
Today is yours to roam free - but if you want to get the low down on the history of this city why not join our local guide for an optional tour of Edinburgh Castle (which is resting on an extinct volcano!!) to kickstart your love affair with this city. Or maybe you'll do a spot of tartan shopping on Princes Street.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)
Day 8
Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands
It's time to blaze a trail out of Edinburgh & head for the Scottish Highlands. On the way to the main affair of the day we'll stop by St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf, would you believe? As well as Scotland’s oldest university town. Already blown away by the beauty of the rugged mountain scenery en route, we'll arrive in the Scottish Highlands amped up for mystical tales and a chance to compete in some traditional Highland games.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Loch Ness Lodge Hotel Drumnadrochit (or similar)
Day 9
Scottish Highlands to Glasgow via Loch Ness and Dundreggan
We might be coming down from a high (geographically speaking) this morning, but as we seek out the stunning Loch Ness, the mood will only be rising. We'll stop to see lovely Loch Ness and hop on board for a cruise of the most voluminous lake in the UK - containing more water than all the lakes of England and Wales combined! It's also rumoured to contain something else, something far more legendary which you're sure to have heard of... Small pitstop! We'll check out the lush, hilly rewilding centre here to learn about how Scotland's native animal species are reintroduced into the wild. Plus, you have the option afterwards to canoe across the stunning southern end of Scotland's most famous lake and see even more wildlife along the way. We'll arrive into Glasgow tonight, grab a bite to eat and then hit the hay ready for some more exploration in the am!
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Ibis Budget Glasgow (or similar)
Day 10
Glasgow
Wakey wakey everyone. We're up bright and early this morning. Next stop, Stirling! We'll make a stop in Stirling, the town where William Wallace took on the English and yelled "Freeedom!" (and also known for its famous hill-top Castle). Today, we'll also check out the epic engineering feat called the 'The Kelpies' in Helix Park. Get involved with everything great about Glasgow. Live music on every corner, a gothic cathedral & plenty of quirky characters make this city unique. Plus, you've got the option to celebrate our final night in Scotland with a local meal accompanied by a live, traditional music.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Ibis Budget Glasgow (or similar)
Day 11
Glasgow to Dublin
Scotland, you've been unreal. If Ireland puts on half the show you did, we have many happy days ahead of us. We arrive in the port town of Larne, your first steps on Northern Irish soil, but not for long... So much more than the capital city, Dublin is a place of heritage, character, and more cute pubs than you could crawl in a week. First fill up on your included group dinner, then end the day with a lively night of festivities at the cobbled lanes of Temple Bar.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar)
Day 12
Dublin to Clonmel
That's us done with Dublin…for now. But fear not Dub-lovers, we'll get another taste of this fine place before our trip comes to an end. Wanna break up your coach hangs with some bicycle time? Then choose to join us for a bike ride in a city sure to leave you wanting Irish in your blood. Explore the castle, a cathedral and take in all of the medieval charm that Kilkenny has to offer before we hit the road again. Welcome to Clonmel! But not before the chance to opt into sampling some of Ireland's famous whiskey at the Jameson's Distillery in Midleton. After we arrive at the hotel in the evening, we'll tuck into an included dinner and then head off into town together to explore.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Talbot Hotel Clonmel (or similar)
Day 13
Clonmel to Galway
Clonmel, it's been fun, but we have to leave you now. Next up, we're off to an Irish city that was propelled into the pop culture stratosphere by none other than Ed Sheeran. Anyone wanna guess where? Irish folklore tells us there's a chunk of limestone built into a castle that grants its kissers the gift of the gab. Pucker up kids, we're paying her a visit! Whether heights are your cup of Irish Breakfast or not, these impressive cliff faces are not to be missed! From the moment we arrive in Galway, you'll understand why 2 nights were needed here. Everything you've dreamed Ireland to be is tucked into this small, atmospheric city. Step into a local pub and down Irish stew over live music and chats with locals. Outside will be just as lively, with buskers & colourful buildings lining the streets.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar)
Day 14
Galway
Try your tongue at some Gaelic and carry on exploring gorgeous Galway. Or, if you hear the call of the wild, you can sign yourself up to a ferry ride to Aran Islands (summer departures only) where you can dance around with horses and take a bike ride around the picturesque farms, or head up to DĂºn Aonghasa (the ruins of a prehistoric fortress) - make sure you take photos, this area is not for the faint-hearted! Irish life, you so sweet.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar)
Day 15
Galway to Derry/Londonderry
Goodbye Galway, hello more Irish eye-candy. This afternoon, we'll drive into Derry/Londonderry - a historical city with 17th century walls. Today, you can opt for an authentic rural Irish experience with sheepdogs, a local shepherd and some homemade lunch. Next, we'll head into town for an optional guided tour of the Bogside - a neighbourhood that used to be underwater! This day is as Irish as it gets.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Waterfoot Hotel Londonderry (or similar)
Day 16
Derry/Londonderry to Belfast
Today we've got a one way ticket to Belfast and a whole lot more exploration to do. UNESCO World Heritage site of the Giant’s Causeway - also known as those giant rock columns you've probably drooled over on Pinterest, needs to be seen to be believed. Get those hashtags ready, a snap with the group is essential on this mind-blowing natural formation. Next up - we'll arrive in Belfast. Concluding the day will be a driving tour and an optional trip to the Titanic museum where the world's most famous ship was built.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:ibis budget Belfast City Centre (or similar)
Day 17
Belfast to Dublin
With one night left in Ireland and on tour, we're on the fast track to Dublin where our Irish fairytale first began. A promise is a promise. Here we are back in the city that started our Ireland infatuations. Use this second stint to do your missed critical activities such as visiting the Guinness Storehouse where you can learn how to pull a pint the Irish way. Tonight you can choose to end your week in Ireland at a Free Time Add-On farewell dinner.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar)
Day 18
Dublin to London
We leave Ireland today with leprechauns in our hearts and memories in our souls. Enjoy the roll back to London town as it will be the last bout our crew has together. We've crossed the Irish Sea, motored through Wales, passed the town of try-to-say-it-out-loud Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, and now we are back in London. That's all folks! Pass the tissues, say your goodbyes, and make plans for your next adventure. Unless, of course, there's talk of a reunion tour. Greek Islands, anyone?
Meals Included:
Breakfast
More Details
Contiki is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Great Britain & Ireland | Age 27-35 | Summer 2026 tour:
Travelers Notes
* EXCLUSIVE AGE: This trip is an exclusive departure for travellers aged between 27 - 35 years old. For travellers outside this age range (18 - 26) we recommend booking one of Contiki's other trip departures.* It is not recommended to book flights arriving or departing on the first and last days of the trip. Pre and Post night is recommended in London.* DAY 1: Trip starts in London at 07:00. Travellers to arrive into London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). * DAY 18: Trip ends in London at 20:00. Travellers to depart from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). * TRANSFERS: Both complimentary and chargeable transfers are not offered through Contiki. Travellers should make their own way from/to the airport at their own expense.* UNITED KINGDOM: Traveling to the UK & Northern Ireland after January 8, 2025? A new Electronic Travel Authorization ETA is required for entry and transit, if you need to go through border control. For more details & to apply for the ETA visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. * NOTE: Please review the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations policies on our website.
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