Great Britain

England Scotland Wales United Kingdom

Explore the best of England, Scotland and Wales on this tour of Great Britain. Revel in the rich history of Bath, Cambridge, York and Edinburgh. Discover Stonehenge, see Shakespeare’s hometown and enjoy intriguing city tours. Admire the enchanting views of the Scottish Highlands and the English Lake District. Tuck into hearty cuisine while travelling - the best Great Britain tours and holiday packages include whisky tasting and a traditional Sunday roast! This Great Britain tour is filled with uniquely British travel experiences. Get ready to enjoy one of our top Britain tours! 

If you'd like to explore Ireland in addition to Great Britain, consider the Best of UK & Ireland tour - click here.

  • Visit the historic walled city of York
  • Included river punting experience in Cambridge
  • Photo stop at Hadrian's Wall and Jedburgh Abbey
  • Visit Stratford-Upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare
  • Enjoy a free day to explore Edinburgh, the Scottish capital​
  • Experience the Scottish Highlands and the iconic Loch Ness
Great Britain (GBTOUR)

Accommodation

  • 6 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
  • Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)

Experiences

  • Enjoy a punting trip along the River Cam in Cambridge
  • Explore the historic streets of York
  • Tuck into a traditional British roast dinner in York
  • See the Angel of the North; an impressive steel sculpture
  • Visit Hadrian’s Wall; an ancient Roman fortification
  • Wander the picturesque streets of Jedburgh
  • Experience Edinburgh; Scotland’s captivating capital city
  • See the historic Culloden Battlefield
  • Explore Loch Ness; home to the mythical Loch Ness Monster
  • Sip on Scottish whisky in Fort William 
  • Visit Glen Coe; a scenic Scottish valley
  • Drive through Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
  • Visit Gretna Green; a picturesque Scottish border town
  • Experience the English Lake District
  • Embark on a driving tour of Liverpool
  • See Liverpool spots connected to The Beatles
  • Explore Stratford-Upon-Avon; home of Shakespeare
  • Enjoy a photo stop at a medieval Welsh Castle
  • Experience Cardiff on a driving tour
  • Explore bath; home to history and fine architecture

Extras

  • Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
  • Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details

Transport

  • Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
  • Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)

DAY 1: London - Cambridge - York

Welcome to this incredible 7-day tour of Great Britain! Today, head to the English countryside for fresh air and scenic landscapes. Arrive in Cambridge and embark on a punting trip along the river in a traditional riverboat, taking in the stunning scenery and historic buildings in the most relaxing way. The final stop for the day is York. This city is a mecca for history buffs and lovers of fine architecture and culture. Enjoy an orientation walking tour with your tour leader and gain a fascinating insight into the stories and history of the city. Tonight, enjoy a traditional roast dinner at a local restaurant in York - toast to the first night of this week-long tour of Great Britain!

DAY 2: York - Angel of the North - Hadrian’s Wall - Scottish Border - Jedburgh - Edinburgh

Depart York towards the impressive Angel of the North statue. Next is Hadrian’s Wall - an ancient Roman fortification built in 122 AD during Emperor Hadrian’s reign. This afternoon, gain a deeper insight into this region by joining the optional excursion to explore Chester's Roman Fort and its impressive inscriptions and sculptures! Not too far away lies the border town of Jedburgh, famed for its links to royalty and historical warfare. Take in the amazing architecture of this Scottish border town. Travel on through Scotland - the capital city is waiting! Arrive in Edinburgh, and set off on an evening driving and walking orientation tour. Tonight, enjoy an included dinner with the group.

DAY 3: Edinburgh: Free Day

Today, the city is yours to explore. Known as the cultural capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is blessed with stunning architecture, art galleries and memorials. Take a step back in time, and wander around the unchanged cobbled streets of the Royal Mile. Why not visit another Scottish city and explore the stunning sights of Stirling on an optional half-day tour? Or, join your tour leader on a Conquer the Capital optional excursion for an unforgettable exploration of Edinburgh! This full-day tour takes you to Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh Castle and more. Tonight, you have the option of joining a traditional Scottish dinner and show for a taste of Scottish culture and maybe even a bite of haggis!

DAY 4: Loch Ness - Whisky Distillery - Glencoe - Scottish Highlands

Just over halfway through this Great Britain tour, it’s time to journey into the Scottish Highlands. The first stop is the historic Culloden Battlefield. Next, visit Loch Ness - home to the mythical Loch Ness monster. During the visit, join an optional one-hour Loch Ness cruise and see if you can spy ‘Nessie’ in the water! Once back on the road, spot Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. Whilst in the region, visit one of Scotland’s oldest, licensed whisky distilleries in Fort William for a distillery tour and whisky tasting. Next, visit Glen Coe – a spectacular glen (Scottish word meaning deep valley) with a bloody past – before continuing on to the hotel in the Scottish Highlands for the night.

DAY 5: Gretna Green - Lake District - Liverpool

Today, travel towards Liverpool, home of The Beatles and world-famous football clubs! En route, drive through Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, enjoy a visit to Greta Green and a stop in the picturesque Lake District. Next up, Liverpool! Enjoy a driving tour of the city on the way to the hotel and arrive in the late afternoon. For Beatles fans, there are many significant locations in the city including spots that inspired songs such as ‘Strawberry Fields’ and ‘Penny Lane’. The Beatles played hundreds of shows at the Cavern Club, the perfect place to enjoy a good meal tonight! Liverpool is home to a number of great restaurant and pub options for dinner.

DAY 6: Stratford-Upon-Avon - Wales

This morning, see some top sights connected to The Beatles before departing Liverpool. Next, venture on to the birthplace of William Shakespeare; Stratford-upon-Avon. Enjoy some free time to explore on your own. For those who wish to delve into the life of Shakespeare more intimately, join the optional excursion to visit the home where he grew up and lived with his wife as newlyweds. This excursion includes a delicious British afternoon tea at the Shakespeare Royal Theatre! Sliding into south Wales, take the chance to see a medieval Welsh castle before heading onwards to the Welsh capital of Cardiff for a driving tour before settling into the hotel for the night.

DAY 7: Bath - Stonehenge - London

The last day of the tour is jam-packed with excitement! The first stop is the historic town of Bath. Take an orientation tour of the town, learn about its history, and see popular sights. You’ll have free time to explore, or take an optional tour of the Roman Baths. Next up is a trip to the mysterious Stonehenge! Join the Stonehenge optional excursion for a closer look at these stones shrouded in myth and legend. After, enjoy a farewell roast lunch with the group. Take this chance to exchange contact details and share photos with new friends and fellow travellers, before the group travels back to London, where the tour will come to an end.

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Hadrian's Wall - £15

Visit the most complete Roman cavalry in Britain! Discover the fort’s collection of inscriptions and sculptures and explore the impressive museum.

Stirling - £20

Discover the stunning sights of Stirling! See the Kelpies, visit the Wallace Monument, admire Stirling Castle and enjoy a city orientation tour.

Edinburgh - £40

Discover the highlights of Edinburgh with your tour leader! Visit Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, Princes Street Gardens and more.

Edinburgh - £90

Enjoy an evening of Scottish entertainment, including traditional music and Highland dancers, along with a three-course meal!

Inverness - £20

Search for the mysterious Loch Ness monster as you cruise on the famous loch!

English Lake District - £48

Discover the stunning scenery around Windermere Lake with a lakeside lunch, cruise and ride on a traditional steam train.

Stratford upon Avon - £45

Visit the house where Shakespeare grew up and delight in a traditional afternoon tea at the Royal Shakespeare theatre!

Stonehenge - £28

Uncover the many mysteries of Stonehenge and get up close with this 5,000-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is definitely bucket list-worthy!

Bath - £28

Explore the remains of the great temple and bathing complex of the Roman Baths, once the finest religious spas in northern Europe!

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