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    (Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days)

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Day 1 LONDON.

 

Arrive at Heathrow airport. Our representative will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to our hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the surroundings.
Overnight at London

Day 2. LONDON.

 

In the morning proceed to visit the Swaminarayan Temple –carved out of pink Bulgarian stone & Italian marble alongside with its teak wood carved Haveli is a masterpiece by itself. The temple has the privilege of being in the Guinness book of world record & been visited by the Prince Charles from the Royal family. Later embark on a city tour of London visit Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, The Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Tower of London and the Buckingham Palace. Then we visit the London eye for a panoramic view of London city at the height of 135 meters. In the afternoon visit Madame Tussaud’s to see life-size wax figures of famous celebrities like Aishwarya Rai, Amitabh Bachan, Sharukh Khan, Mahatma Gandhi, British Royal family and much more. Evening free for shopping or relax.
Overnight at London

Day 3. LONDON–OXFORD–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON–COVENTRY.

 

Today depart for a memorable day of sightseeing at Hampton Court Palace; Runnymede, where King John sealed the Magna Carta. Take a walking tour of Oxford where Britain’s elite receive their outstanding education and tour the lovely Cotswold Hills. Visit Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and explore the town at your own pace. Later visit Coventry whose center had to be rebuilt after the devastation of World War II bombings. Hear the tale of Lady Godiva and Peeping Tom before admiring the splendid modern cathedral.
Overnight at Coventry.

Day 4. COVENTRY–YORK–NEWCASTLE.

 

In the morning drive across the mighty Sherwood Forest, the home of the legendary Robin Hood and head to York. - England’s most medieval city with the great structure of York Minster. Take a walking tour through a maze of quaint streets including the narrow Shambles. Arrive at New Castle that was once an important center for the wool trade and coal mining.
Overnight at Newcastle.

Day 5. NEWCASTLE–EDINBURGH.

 

Today see a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes and drive through the wild Northumberland National Park to the Scottish border. Take glimpses of Jedburgh, the house of Mary, Queen of Scots, and then Melrose with its 12th-century abbey ruins and connections with Robert the Bruce. Arrive at Edinburgh and check into hotel.
Overnight at Edinburgh.

Day 6. EDINBURGH.

 

The 200-year-old “New Town” introduces you the scientists, inventors, and novelists. In the “Old Town,” drive up the narrow Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Afternoon at leisure. (OPTIONAL) A traditional Scottish night out with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and, of course, the Ceremony of the Haggis.
Overnight at Edinburgh.

Day 7. EDINBURGH–LAKE DISTRICT–CHESTER–WREXHAM.

 

In the morning visit the magnificent ruins of Linlithgow Palace set in a park next to a Loch. Drive further to Robert Burns Country via Gretna Green. This place is famous for marriage of eloping couples without their parents consent. Drive through the Lake District, a region of majestic mountain scenery, lakes and lush valleys dotted with sheep. Visit Wordsworth’s Grasmere, and then follows the shores of Lake Windermere. Take a walking tour in Chester the historic city on the River Dee to see the black and white half-timbered buildings, and the two-tiered shopping arcades called the “Rows”.
Overnight at Wrexham.

Day 8. WREXHAM–LLANGOLLEN–DUBLIN.

 

Today drive via Llangollen the home of an annual national competition for poets and musicians. Enjoy the best of North Wales on a scenic drive through Snowdonia National Park, including spectacular Llanberis Pass and pretty Betws-y-Coed and finally take the Britannia Bridge to the Isle of Anglesey. Board the ferry for the Irish Sea crossing to Dublin.
Overnight at Dublin.

Day 9. DUBLIN.

 

Today start your day in the “Fair City” with an orientation drive through Eire’s capital, along statue-lined O’Connell Street. Tour the elegant Georgian squares and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Enjoy shopping and browsing in Dublin.
Overnight at Dublin.

Day 10. DUBLIN–GALWAY–CLIFFS OF MOHER–ENNIS.

 

In the morning proceed to Galway, a vibrant city with a great seafaring tradition. The infamous Lynch Stone, commemorating the day Mayor James Lynch Fitzstephen hanged his son for murder is heard of at Galway. Then cross the limestone plateau of The Burren to visit the spectacular 668-foot Cliffs of Moher before heading for Ennis, county town of Clare. (OPTIONAL) Enjoy a traditional Irish evening in the setting of a village barn with dinner, wine, and entertainment.
Overnight at Ennis.

Day 11. ENNIS–RING OF KERRY–KILLARNEY.

 

Today drive across Limerick to Adare, a village known for its prize-winning thatched cottages and monastic ruins. Drive along the 100 mile coast known as the “Ring of Kerry”. Enjoy the seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly colored farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with subtropical vegetation, and spectacular views of the Lakes of Killarney.
Overnight at Killarney.

Day 12. KILLARNEY–BLARNEY–TRAMORE.

 

Today enjoy the scenic splendor of Kerry Mountains and Cork. Stop in Blarney, famous for its Stone of Eloquence. Take a tour to the castle and shop for Irish crafts and handmade crystal. Drive further through Youghal and Dungarvan to Tramore.
Overnight at Tramore.

Day 13. TRAMORE–CARDIFF, WALES.

 

A short drive to the ferry port at Rosslare for a four hours ferry cross of St. George’s Channel to South Wales. Drive across rich dairy farmland to Cardiff. Take an orientation drive of Cardiff Castle, Cathays Park, Millennium Stadium, and the stately civic buildings.
Overnight at Cardiff.

Day 14. CARDIFF–BATH, ENGLAND–STONEHENGE–SALISBURY–LONDON.

 

In the morning cross the spectacular Severn Bridge into England. Visit the elegant Georgian city of Bath, famed for its Roman relics before continuing via Stonehenge an intriguing mystery, to Salisbury- the “City of the Soaring Spire.” Arrive London and check into Hotel.
Overnight at London.

Day 15. LONDON AIRPORT.

 

Check out of hotel and transfer to London Heathrow airport to take your return flight home.

END OF TOUR

MONTHS: 2010

DATES

TOUR CODE:

JUN

7, 21

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JUL

5, 19

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AUG

2, 16, 30

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SEP

13, 27

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OCT

11, 25

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NOV

2, 15

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DEC

13

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PRICE FROM :

ADULTS                    :£ 1229.00
CHILD                      :£ 929.00
SINGLE TRAVELLER   :£ 1599.00

PRICE INCLUDES :

• Airport – City – Airport transfers

• Accommodation on twin sharing basis

• Sightseeing as per the itinerary.

• All UK taxes and service charges

• Premiums services of a Visit UK Tours’ Tour Manager or Local representative

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDES :

• International Airfare & Airport Taxes

• Expenses of a personal nature like drinks, beverages, laundry, telephone calls etc.


Note: This tour can also be conducted for private groups based on minimum 2-4 passengers. For further enquiry please contact the office.
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