Itinerary

Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Your exciting European trip begins.

Arrive London (1 Days)
Check-in to your hotel after 2pm then enjoy the day exploring London. Tonight, meet your Contiki Tour Manager and fellow travellers for a pre-departure meeting.

London to Oxford (1 Days)
A warm welcome from your Contiki crew as we begin with a city tour of London. See Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey before heading west to the Royal town of Windsor. A chance to view the famous castle before continuing to the university town of Oxford.

Oxford to York (1 Days)
We journey north past the Peak District to the historic city of York. See Roman, Viking and medieval history in this famous walled city. An included walking tour by day and a chance to go ghost hunting at night after our pub dinner.

York to Edinburgh (1 Days)
Today we take a trip to the foot of the Pennine Mountains to view Hadrian's Wall. North into Bonnie Scotland for a scenic drive to the vibrant city of Edinburgh. Enjoy a first glimpse of the city on our including sightseeing tour this evening.

Edinburgh (1 Days)
Today a chance to explore the city sights such as the Castle and Holyrood Palace, or perhaps walk the Royal Mile and shop for tartan and shortbread along Princes Street. Tonight why not try some haggis and experience the sound of bagpipes at a local Scottish Evening?

Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands (1 Days)
Today we head north for the Dee Valley in the Grampian Mountains, close to Balmoral Castle. Enjoy the spectacular drive along the Whisky Trail to our home tonight in the beautiful Highlands.

Scottish Highlands to Glasgow (1 Days)
First stop this morning is the famous Loch Ness. We continue south past Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, and through Glencoe before stopping on the shores of Loch Lomond. A chance to cruise on the lake before heading to Glasgow, situated on the banks of the river Clyde.

Glasgow to Liverpool (1 Days)
Heading south, we pause at Gretna Green before leaving Scotland behind and travelling to Liverpool. This afternoon, enjoy our included Magical Mystery Tour of memorable Beatles sights with a local guide. Tonight, why not join us for dinner in town?

Liverpool to Dublin (1 Days)
We head to Chester to enjoy this Roman town and its Tudor architecture. We cross the border to Wales and stop for lunch at a seaside town on the North coast before taking our ferry to Dublin.

Dublin to Galway (1 Days)
We'll start the day with an included visit to Kilmainham Gaol, covering some of the most heroic and tragic events in Ireland's emergence as a modern country. Then maybe visit the Guinness Storehouse to see how the "black stuff" is made and sample a pint or two at the Gravity Bar. Later, we head for the lively sea-side town of Galway.

Galway (1 Days)
A full day to spend relaxing in a picture-perfect and quintessentially Irish town.

Galway to Killarney (1 Days)
This morning we make a stop at the awesome 210m (700 ft) sheer cliffs of Moher before continuing to the quaint town of Killarney. Take the opportunity to ride in a jaunting car through Killarney National Park and up to Muckross House. Then perhaps enjoy some Celtic music at a local pub after dinner.

Killarney to Cork (1 Days)
Enjoy a scenic drive along the Ring of Kerry this morning before a chance to get the gift of the gab at Blarney Castle. This afternoon enjoy time to explore the cosmopolitan city of Cork.

Cork to Kilkenny (1 Days)
Our first stop today is Cobh, the last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic. We stop at Midleton, for a guided tour of the Jamesons Whiskey distillery before driving past the Rock of Cashel. Arriving at Kilkenny, why not take a guided tour of the medieval town including Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice's Cathedral.

Kilkenny to Dublin (1 Days)
Arriving into Dublin around lunchtime, you have the chance to take a guided tour of Trinity College during which you will see the Book of Kells. Enjoy free time this afternoon to soak up Dublin's unique atmosphere before revving things up tonight with an opportunity to sample a traditional Irish meal and Irish dancing at one of Dublin's best pubs.

Dublin to London (1 Days)
Leaving Ireland, we travel across the Irish Sea by ferry to Wales, arriving into London at approximately 8.00pm where your tour ends.

Dates & Prices

London
See Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London & Westminster Abbey

Windsor
See Windsor Castle

Oxford
Visit the University town

York
Walking tour of the city

York
See York Minster

Northumberland National Park
See Hadrian's Wall

Edinburgh
See Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and the Royal Mile

Scottish Highlands
Scenic drives including the Whisky Trail and Royal Deeside

Scottish Highlands
Visit Loch Ness and Loch Lomond

Scottish Highlands
Visit and tour a whisky distillery (subject to availability)

Scottish Highlands
See Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain

Gretna Green
Entrance to Museum and take part in an historic wedding ceremony

Liverpool
See the famous sights of The Beatles on a Magical Mystery Tour with our local guide

Chester
Visit the Tudor town

Wales
Scenic drive through Snowdonia National Park

Wales
Llanfairpwllgwyngyll - visit the town with the longest name in the UK

Dublin
Visit to Kilmainham Gaol

Dublin
See Trinity College, the Monument of Light, Parnell Square and St. Stephen's Green

Galway
See this old fishing town

Cliffs of Moher
See the Cliffs

Killarney
Scenic drive on the Ring of Kerry

Killarney
See Killarney National Park

Blarney
Visit Blarney, home of the Blarney Stone

Cobh
Entrance to the Port Heritage Centre, last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic

Midleton
Guided tour of Jameson's Whisky distillery

Cashel
See the Rock of Cashel

Kilkenny
See Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice's Cathedral

 

Itinerary

Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Your exciting European trip begins.

Arrive Dublin (1 Days)
Make your own way to the hotel in Dublin. This evening meet your Tour Manager and fellow travellers.

Dublin to Galway (1 Days)
We'll start the day with an included visit to Kilmainham Gaol, covering some of the most heroic and tragic events in Ireland's emergence as a modern country. Then maybe visit the Guinness Storehouse to see how the "black stuff" is made and sample a pint or two at the Gravity Bar. Later, we head for the lively sea-side town of Galway.

Galway (1 Days)
A full day to spend relaxing in a picture-perfect and quintessentially Irish town.

Galway to Killarney (1 Days)
This morning we make a stop at the awesome 210m (700 ft) sheer cliffs of Moher before continuing to the quaint town of Killarney. Take the opportunity to ride in a jaunting car through Killarney National Park and up to Muckross House. Then perhaps enjoy some Celtic music at a local pub after dinner.

Killarney to Cork (1 Days)
Enjoy a scenic drive along the Ring of Kerry this morning before a chance to get the gift of the gab at Blarney Castle. This afternoon enjoy time to explore the cosmopolitan city of Cork.

Cork to Kilkenny (1 Days)
Our first stop today is Cobh, the last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic. We stop at Midleton, for a guided tour of the Jamesons Whiskey distillery before driving past the Rock of Cashel. Arriving at Kilkenny, why not take a guided tour of the medieval town including Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice's Cathedral.

Kilkenny to Dublin (1 Days)
Arriving into Dublin around lunchtime, you have the chance to take a guided tour of Trinity College during which you will see the Book of Kells. Enjoy free time this afternoon to soak up Dublin's unique atmosphere before revving things up tonight with an opportunity to sample a traditional Irish meal and Irish dancing at one of Dublin's best pubs.

Depart Dublin (1 Days)
Time to swap addresses and say farewell to your new-found friends as your tour ends after breakfast.

Dates & Prices

Dublin
Visit to Kilmainham Gaol

Dublin
See Trinity College, the Monument of Light, Parnell Square and St. Stephen's Green

Galway
See this old fishing town

Cliffs of Moher
See the Cliffs

Killarney
See Killarney National Park

Killarney
Scenic drive on the Ring of Kerry

Blarney
Visit Blarney, home of the Blarney Stone

Cobh
Entrance to the Port Heritage Centre, last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic

Midleton
Guided tour of Jameson's Whisky distillery

Cashel
See the Rock of Cashel

Kilkenny
See Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice's Cathedral

 

Itinerary

Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Your exciting European trip begins.

Arrive London (1 Days)
Check-in to your hotel after 2pm then enjoy the day exploring London. Tonight, meet your Contiki Tour Manager and fellow travellers for a pre-departure meeting.

London to Oxford (1 Days)
A warm welcome from your Contiki crew as we begin with a city tour of London. See Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey before heading west to the Royal town of Windsor. A chance to view the famous castle before continuing to the university town of Oxford.

Oxford to York (1 Days)
We journey north past the Peak District to the historic city of York. See Roman, Viking and medieval history in this famous walled city. An included walking tour by day and a chance to go ghost hunting at night after our pub dinner.

York to Edinburgh (1 Days)
Today we take a trip to the foot of the Pennine Mountains to view Hadrian's Wall. North into Bonnie Scotland for a scenic drive to the vibrant city of Edinburgh. Enjoy a first glimpse of the city on our including sightseeing tour this evening.

Edinburgh (1 Days)
Today a chance to explore the city sights such as the Castle and Holyrood Palace, or perhaps walk the Royal Mile and shop for tartan and shortbread along Princes Street. Tonight why not try some haggis and experience the sound of bagpipes at a local Scottish Evening?

Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands (1 Days)
Today we head north for the Dee Valley in the Grampian Mountains, close to Balmoral Castle. Enjoy the spectacular drive along the Whisky Trail to our home tonight in the beautiful Highlands.

Scottish Highlands to Glasgow (1 Days)
First stop this morning is the famous Loch Ness. We continue south past Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, and through Glencoe before stopping on the shores of Loch Lomond. A chance to cruise on the lake before heading to Glasgow, situated on the banks of the river Clyde.

Glasgow to Liverpool (1 Days)
Heading south, we pause at Gretna Green before leaving Scotland behind and travelling to Liverpool. This afternoon, enjoy our included Magical Mystery Tour of memorable Beatles sights with a local guide. Tonight, why not join us for dinner in town?

Liverpool to London (1 Days)
Our first stop today is the Roman town of Chester. Then it's on to Wales for our lunch-stop before heading back to London, where we arrive at approximately 8pm.

Dates & Prices

London
See Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London & Westminster Abbey

Windsor
See Windsor Castle

Oxford
Visit the University town

York
Walking tour of the city

York
See York Minster

Northumberland National Park
See Hadrian's Wall

Edinburgh
See Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and the Royal Mile

Scottish Highlands
Scenic drives including the Whisky Trail and Royal Deeside

Scottish Highlands
Visit Loch Ness and Loch Lomond

Scottish Highlands
Visit and tour a whisky distillery (subject to availability)

Scottish Highlands
See Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain

Gretna Green
Entrance to Museum and take part in an historic wedding ceremony

Liverpool
See the famous sights of The Beatles on a Magical Mystery Tour with our local guide

Chester
Visit the Tudor town

Wales
Scenic drive through Snowdonia National Park

Wales
Llanfairpwllgwyngyll - visit the town with the longest name in the UK

 

Itinerary

Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Your exciting European trip begins.

Arrive Edinburgh (1 Days)
Check into your hotel this afternoon then meet your Tour Manager and fellow travellers for an Edinburgh city tour at approximately 4:30pm.

Edinburgh (1 Days)
Today a chance to explore the city sights such as the Castle and Holyrood Palace, or perhaps walk the Royal Mile and shop for tartan and shortbread along Princes Street. Tonight why not try some haggis and experience the sound of bagpipes at a local Scottish Evening?

Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands (1 Days)
Today we head north for the Dee Valley in the Grampian Mountains, close to Balmoral Castle. Enjoy the spectacular drive along the Whisky Trail to our home tonight in the beautiful Highlands.

Scottish Highlands to Glasgow (1 Days)
First stop this morning is the famous Loch Ness. We continue south past Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, and through Glencoe before stopping on the shores of Loch Lomond. A chance to cruise on the lake before heading to Glasgow, situated on the banks of the river Clyde.

Glasgow to Edinburgh (1 Days)
After saying farewell to your new-found friends this morning, check-out and catch your train back to Edinburgh or choose to enjoy more time in Glasgow before departing later this afternoon.

Dates & Prices

Edinburgh
See Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and the Royal Mile

Scottish Highlands
Scenic drives including the Whisky Trail and Royal Deeside

Scottish Highlands
Visit and tour a whisky distillery (subject to availability)

Scottish Highlands
See Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain

Scottish Highlands
Visit Loch Ness and Loch Lomond