Best of the UK, Ireland and France

On arrival at London airport. You will be met and transfer to your hotel. After check-in at the hotel, you have the rest of the day at your leisure. In the evening you will have a presentation of your tour with the tour guide. 


Overnight in London

After breakfast, get to know London on a guided tour featuring style, culture, and history. See Westminster, the Houses of Parliament, the River Thames, the Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace, where we shall be able to watch the famous “Changing of the Guard” (depending on the season). Free afternoon. In the evening, we will meet at a meeting point in Piccadilly to walk to Leicester Square, China Town, and Soho with its amazing atmosphere, its theatres, and bustle. Time for dinner in this area with numerous ethnic restaurants (Indian, Thai, Chinese, international, and so on). Return to the hotel from Piccadilly.




Overnight in London

Depart London for a picturesque journey towards northern England. Our first stop is Cambridge, full of history, ancient architecture, and earnest students pedalling their way down cobbled lanes. It is one of the most well-renowned university towns in the world. After lunch, we will continue to York; it has much to delight visitors, from Roman walls and one of Englands grandest Gothic cathedrals to the pull of Yorkshires wild and rugged national parks and coastline. Enjoy a stroll to capture the memories of this iconic city. Afterwards, we will continue north towards Durham. Explore this charming medieval town full of life which has a wonderful cathedral right in front of the castle.




Overnight in Durham

Today we will travel to Scotland, famous for its castle and abbeys. Our first stop will be in Alnwick, a picturesque town with lovely gardens and a large medieval castle which was used in the Harry Potter films. It was a staging post on the Great North Road between Edinburgh and London and latterly has become a dormitory town for nearby Newcastle-upon-Tyne. We will continue to Edinburgh, arriving at noon. This is Scotlands capital city and one of the most active cities in Northern Europe. Its monumental centre has been declared a Unesco World Heritage Site. Its castle overlooks the citys steep streets and parks. We will enjoy a sightseeing tour with a local guide here. 




Overnight in Edinburgh

Today after breakfast, we continue to enjoy the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands with a coffee and stroll in Pitlochry, a charming little village. We will continue and pass by Inverness in the north of Scotland, a city located very near the mysterious Loch Ness. After lunch, we visit (entrance included) the Urquhart, a medieval castle; from here, we will take a boat trip on the dark waters of the lake. Afterward, we will pass through Fort August, with its sluice gate system, and Fort William, the tourist center at the foot of Ben Nevis (the highest summit in the United Kingdom). We will return south through the high plateaus, where it is possible to glimpse the snow, before visiting Loch Lomond, one of the most popular lakes in Scotland. We arrive in Glasgow at the end of the day, leaving us with leisure time to take a short stroll around the city center.




Overnight in Glasgow

Today we will leave Glasgow heading towards southern Scotland. We will board a ferry in Cairnryan. Our journey takes us towards Northern Ireland, arriving in Belfast, Northern Irelands capital city. This monumental city is overcoming its religious conflicts. By the early 19th century, Belfast became a major port. It played an important role in the Industrial Revolution in Ireland, becoming briefly the biggest linen producer in the world. We will resume our journey to Eire in Ireland. The last stop of the day will be Dublin, Ireland`s capital.




Overnight in Dublin

After breakfast, we start the day with a sightseeing tour of Dublin, Irelands peaceful capital city. We will enjoy a stroll on the banks of River Liffey, visiting its parks, old university, and its lively downtown streets. We will stroll around Trinity College (depending on the duration of sunlight, this visit may take place the afternoon before, upon arrival in Dublin). Free time during the afternoon.




Overnight in Dublin

Early morning today, you will board a ferry that will sail in the Irish Sea and take you to Liverpool. After a journey of three hours, we will arrive in Wales. We will visit Caernarfon, a World Heritage site by the sea overlooked by an impressive castle. Caernarfon is a royal town, community, and port in Gwynedd, Wales. We will have time here to enjoy a lunch meal and a stroll. We will continue to Liverpool, where you will have a chance to visit The Beatles Story Exhibition. The Beatles Story is a museum in Liverpool about the Beatles and their history. It is located on the historical Royal Albert Dock. 




Overnight in Liverpool

Today we explored Central England. We will visit Stratford Upon Avon, Shakespeares hometown. Time to take some lunch and a stroll. Afterwards, we will travel to Oxford, a town renowned for its long-established universities, synonymous with study and culture. Kings, statesmen, philosophers, and scientists have studied here! From there, we will head to Portsmouth where we will embark on a modern ferry to France. You will spend the night onboard in ensuite, double berths (we recommend you prepare your hand luggage for the night on board, breakfast is not included on the ferry). Note: Due to ferry capacity and availability the night stretch of the itinerary may undergo changes.




Overnight on board



Note: Due to ferry capacity and availability, the itinerary may undergo changes.

This morning We land in Normandy and continue to the marvelous Mont Saint Michel, with time to explore the city, surrounded by the sea and the abbey. Then, in Bretagne, we stop at St. Malo, whose powerful walls defend the city. Time for lunch. In the afternoon, we continued to Dinan, a charming town in the region of Bretagne. take some time to explore this Breton village full of charm. We continued our way to Rennes, the capital of Bretagne with its interesting and monumental historic centre.




Overnight in Rennes

After breakfast, we left for Angers. Those who wish to do so can visit the castle that has the largest medieval tapestry about the Apocalypse. Then we continue to the Loire Valley: Tours, the capital of the region, on the banks of the Loire, time to explore and have lunch. In the afternoon we visit Villandry Palace, which is famous for its gardens and flowers; admission to the gardens is included. Accommodation and supper are included in Amboise, a city with a very interesting medieval quarter.




Overnight and dinner in Amboise



Note: Depending on the season the accommodation may be in Tours.

This morning after breakfast, A Day to learn more about the Loire Region. First a stroll through Amboise in the early hours to the Clos Lucé mansion where Leonardo da Vinci spent the last 3 years of his life. Exploring the Loire region in a little more depth, we visited Chenonceau Castle (tickets included), built like a bridge over the River Cher. We continue to Chambord, the largest castle of Loire (entrance to the park included). We will then depart for Paris. Arrival at around 18.00 hrs.-




Overnight in Paris

After this mornings breakfast, early in the morning, we will leave for Ver Sailles, the immense palace of the kings of France. After that, we will return to Paris at lunch time where we provide a transfer to the Montmartre district. We will ascend by funicular to the hill and admire the spectacular view of Paris from the top. This neighborhood is known for its painters, artists, and its cabarets. Sit down for lunch and enjoy a magical atmosphere. Then, a scenic guided tour to discover the history, main boulevards, and breathtaking monuments of Paris will take place. Return to hotel. Optionally you can attend a variety show.




Overnight in Paris

We go to the center of Paris, starting in the Eiffel Tower area. You will have the opportunity to go up to the second floor of this remarkable metal monument (ticket included). Then, we enjoyed a boat cruise along the River Seine, which divides the north of Paris from the south. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore as you choose.




Overnight in Paris

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before making your own way to the international Paris Airport for your flight back home