scotland, england, wales, ireland

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Your Jour ney
DAY 4 STIRLING CASTLE &
TROSSACHS EXCURSION
DAY 1 USA – EDINBURGH
First this morning comes mighty
Stirling Castle, perched high on a
rock, home to Scottish kings and
one of the grandest in Scotland
with its amazing Great Hall of
James IV and royal kitchens. From
the battlements we overlook the
fields of “Braveheart” fame, and
the sight of Wallace’s victory in the
battle of Stirling Bridge. Then
enjoy spectacular scenery as we
travel into the heart of the
Trossachs, a romantic land of misty
lakes and cloud-capped mountains.
Return to Edinburgh for an
evening at leisure. (FB) THE
Overnight flight to Edinburgh.
DAY 2 ARRIVE EDINBURGH
(3 NIGHTS)
EDINBURGH: Guided sightseeing
includes Princes Street, Royal Mile,
Edinburgh Castle and the Military
Tattoo (select departures)
TROSSACHS: Visit the heart of the
Trossachs and Stirling Castle
YORK: See the medieval
‘Shambles’ and towering
York Minster
CHESTER: Visit medieval Chester
DUBLIN: Guided sightseeing
includes views of O’Connell Street,
Phoenix Park, St. Patrick’s
Cathedral, and visit to Trinity
College and the Book of Kells
CLIFFS OF MOHER: Enjoy
breathtaking vistas of Clare coast
from the Cliffs of Moher
RING OF KERRY: Drive the famous
‘Ring of Kerry’
BLARNEY: Visit Blarney Castle and
kiss the famous stone
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON: Visit
Shakespeare’s birthplace and Anne
Hathaway’s Cottage
BATH: Visit the Roman Baths
STONEHENGE: Visit the
mysterious megaliths
HAMPTON COURT PALACE:
Explore King Henry VIII’s
famous gardens
LONDON: Guided sightseeing to
view Big Ben, the House
of Parliament, Buckingham Palace,
Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar
Square and the Changing of the
Guard (when held)
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Welcome to Edinburgh! Your
airport transfer leaves for the hotel
at 9am, 12noon and 2pm. The rest
of the day is free to explore on
your own. Perhaps take a stroll
around the shops of Princes Street
before joining your Travel Director
and fellow travelers for a Welcome
Reception with drinks and dinner.
(WD) THE ROXBURGHE/HOLYROOD
DAY 3 EDINBURGH
SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME
Your Edinburgh sightseeing takes
in Princes Street, the Royal Mile and
Holyrood House, once home to Mary
Queen of Scots. The morning’s
highlight is a visit to the aweinspiring Edinburgh Castle. Enjoy an
afternoon at leisure or perhaps
join an optional experience to
St. Andrews, the home of golf
and the famous Old Course. This
evening, selected departures
watch the Military Tattoo – a colorful
mixture of exhilarating dance and
remarkable military maneuvers
accompanied by the massed bands
of the pipes and drums. (FB)
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DAY 5 EDINBURGH – LAKE
DISTRICT – YORK
En route to the Lake District,
begin the day with a stop at Gretna
Green, a favorite wedding spot
since 1754. Drive through the
Lake District National Park to
Grasmere, home of the poet William
Wordsworth, before continuing
through James Herriot country to
York, the ‘secret capital’ of
northern England. (FB,D)
MARRIOTT YORK
DAY 6 YORK – CHESTER
This morning’s stroll through the
walled city of York includes the
maze of narrow streets in the
famous Shambles with views of the
towering cathedral, York Minster.
Then cross the Peninnes to
Chester, a medieval treasure of
half-timbered houses and rows,
double tiers of shops and covered
walkways. (FB,D) CROWNE PLAZA
CHESTER
DAY 7 CHESTER – WALES –
DUBLIN (2 NIGHTS)
View medieval Conwy Castle,
thought by many the most
impressive castle in Wales. Then
continue along the northern coast
to Holyhead and cross the Irish Sea
to Dublin for a pleasant two-night
stay. See the sights of this lively
city on a guided tour that includes
views of statue-lined O’Connell
Street, Grafton Street, St. Patrick’s
Cathedral and Phoenix Park, one of the
largest walled parks in Europe.
End with a visit to the 1,200-yearold Book of Kells at Trinity College.
(FB) MALDRON CARDIFF LANE
DAY 8 DUBLIN AT LEISURE
Enjoy a free day to explore
Dublin, or consider an optional
visit to the Wicklow mountains
and picturesque ruins of
Glendalough Abbey. (FB)
DAY 9 DUBLIN – GALWAY –
CO. CLARE
Westward we travel, through the
horse country of Ballinasloe and
Athlone to view Galway Bay. Then
cross the desolate limestone
landscape of the Burren to the
dramatic Cliffs of Moher, which
plunge 700 feet into the sea, for
breathtaking vistas of the Clare
Coast. This evening perhaps join
an optional medieval banquet!
(FB) RADISSON BLU LIMERICK
DAY 10 CO. CLARE – RING OF
KERRY – KILLARNEY
Today, experience one of the most
scenic drives in all of Europe –
around the famous “Ring of Kerry.”
Spectacular panoramas unfold
as you journey through romantic
glens with views of Killorglin
of Puck Fair fame, Daniel
O’Connell’s Cahirciveen and the
outstanding Moll’s Gap. This
evening enjoy an interactive cooking
demonstration followed by dinner
with your travel companions.
DAY 11 KILLARNEY – BLARNEY
CASTLE – WATERFORD –
WEXFORD
Visit the legendary Blarney Castle
and kiss the famous Stone of
Eloquence! Continue to the quaint
town of Waterford, and visit the
famous Waterford Crystal Showroom.
(FB,D) TALBOT HOTEL
DAY 12 WEXFORD – WALES –
BRISTOL (2 NIGHTS)
Take a morning ferry across
St. George’s Channel back to
Britain. Then travel through
southern Wales to Bristol for a
two-night stay. (FB,D) MERCURE
BRISTOL HOLLAND HOUSE
DAY 13 BATH, COTSWOLDS
VILLAGES & STRATFORD
EXPERIENCE
This morning make a stop in
England’s best preserved Georgian
city, Bath, where we visit the
ancient Roman Baths. Later, green
countryside, half-timbered Tudor
homes and peaceful villages
are a common sight, much as
they were 400 years ago to the
eyes of William Shakespeare.
(FB,D) KILLARNEY TOWERS/
KILLARNEY AVENUE
MALDRON CARDIFF LANE
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St. Andrews
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DAY 14 BRISTOL –
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DAY 16 LONDON – USA
Bid farewell to London and
transfer to the airport via shuttle.
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This morning’s guided city tour
includes views of Big Ben, the
Houses of Parliament, Buckingham
Palace, Westminster Abbey, the
Changing of the Guard (when held)
and Trafalgar Square. This
afternoon is free to perhaps
visit the Tower of London and
St. Paul’s Cathedral. Tonight enjoy
a Farewell Dinner at your hotel.
$438
$4,335
†Aug 5
(2 NIGHTS)
DAY 15 LONDON SIGHTSEEING
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(FB) MERCURE BRISTOL HOLLAND
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Visit the mysterious standing
stones of prehistoric Stonehenge.
After a scenic drive through
England’s West Country, stroll
through King Henry VIII’s Hampton
Court Palace Gardens before you end
the day in London. (FB)
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View his birthplace in Stratfordupon-Avon, and visit the cottage
where his beloved Anne Hathaway
lived. Then enjoy a scenic drive
through the rolling hills of the
Cotswolds, adored for its quaint
villages and thatched roof cottages.
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See page 62-63 for London arrival
information
First Class Hotels twin bedded
room with private restroom
Luxury Motorcoach
Transportation with A/C,
21 Meals 14 full breakfasts.
7 dinners (including Welcome
Reception, 5 three course dinners
with tea or coffee and Farewell
Dinner)
reclining seats, panoramic windows
and emergency restroom
Professional Travel Director
Local Expert in Edinburgh, Dublin
and London
Personal Audio Headsets
Airport Transfers arrival and
departure transfers included as
noted in itinerary with the purchase
of combined air and land package.
Complimentary WiFi available
in guestrooms and/or public
areas of most hotels and on-board
the motorcoach. See page 62-63
for details
Travel Documents including
travel wallet, travel planner,
complimentary keepsake photo
and 5% Frequent Traveler Discount
upon return for a future trip
Code: BIH. Price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin-bedded room.
Single Supplement: from $1,150. Air Add-On: Prices listed were effective on April 28, 2015
and their availability is limited. At the time you purchase your trip, air prices may be higher.
Prices shown include September 11th Security fee, government fees, taxes and airline fuel
surcharges based on destination and routing. Additional Charges: Airline baggage charges
collected at check-in are not included.
†Edinburgh Tattoo: We’ve included Tattoo tickets when you’re in Edinburgh on these
departures.
Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver $167 per person.
Included Meals: WD Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner
with Wine
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