Great Britain New Year

England Scotland Wales United Kingdom

New Year’s Eve tours don't get any better than this! Spend 7 days exploring Great Britain during the New Years Eve festivities. Travel through awe-inspiring landscapes, visit must-see attractions and learn all about the intriguing history of the area. Tick off Hadrian's Wall and Glen Coe from your travel bucket list with the added opportunity of visiting the mysterious Stonehenge! Explore the Scottish Highlands, Lake District and Loch Ness. Plus, visit the historic cities of Cambridge and York! Enjoy proper pub fare and taste whisky with the locals. Then, ring in the New Year at Hogmanay in Edinburgh - a massive street festival and loads of fun!

  • Celebrate Hogmanay (New Year's Eve) in Edinburgh
  • Visit historic cities of Cambridge and York
  • Explore Liverpool, home of The Beatles
  • Experience the Scottish Highlands
Great Britain New Year (GBNY)

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

  1. Go punting down the River Cam in Cambridge
  2. Stroll through the historic streets of York
  3. Enjoy a group dinner in York
  4. Visit the Angel of the North statue
  5. Take a photo at Hadrian’s Wall
  6. Visit world famous wedding destination Gretna Green
  7. Shop at Glasgow’s Christmas markets
  8. Spend a night in the Scottish Highlands
  9. Drive through the Highlands and spot Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest peak
  10. Marvel at the beauty of the Highlands in Glen Coe
  11. Glimpse the beauty of Loch Ness
  12. Experience Hogmanay in Edinburgh
  13. Visit Carlisle, an important historic city
  14. Experience the beauty of the English Lake District
  15. Embark on a Liverpool driving tour with your tour leader
  16. See Liverpool spots connected to The Beatles
  17. Explore Stratford-Upon-Avon; home of Shakespeare
  18. Enjoy a photo stop at a medieval Welsh Castle
  19. Experience Cardiff on a driving tour
  20. Discover Bath on an orientation walking tour

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)

Not Included

International flights
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DAY 1: 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 delicious group dinner at a local restaurant in York and celebrate the first night of this week-long tour of Great Britain!

DAY 2: Angel of the North - Hadrian's Wall - Gretna Green - Glasgow - Scottish Highlands

This morning the tour continues heading north to the spectacular Scottish Highlands. The first stop along the way is the iconic Angel of the North statue. Next is Hadrian's Wall, a defensive fortification constructed by emperor Hadrian across the final frontier of the Roman Empire in what was then the Roman province of Britannia. Afterwards, travel on to Gretna Green, a beautiful historic village in southern Scotland that is one of the world's most popular wedding destinations. Then, visit the famous Scottish city of Glasgow and soak up some festive cheer at the Christmas markets! Later this evening, arrive at the hotel in the Scottish Highlands and enjoy an included dinner.

DAY 3: Glen Coe - Loch Ness - Edinburgh (New Year’s Eve)

Look out for Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest peak, on the way to Glen Coe today. Travel through Glen Coe and find out more about this spectacular valley which played host to a tragic massacre that happened hundreds of years ago. Next, make a photo stop in Loch Ness. Say “yes” to the optional cruise and see if you can spot ‘Nessie’, the mythical Loch Ness Monster! Arrive in Edinburgh later today and check into the hotel. Tonight, it’s time to get festive and celebrate Hogmanay (what Scots call the last day of the year) to ring in the New Year!

DAY 4: Edinburgh: Free Day (New Year’s Day)

Spend New Year’s Day experiencing the delights of Edinburgh! Welcome the first day of the year with free time to explore the city this morning. See the Old Town and New Town, wander down the cobbled streets of the Royal Mile and explore the Grassmarket. Admire the art galleries, statues and memorials as well as the impressive Gothic architecture and take in the grandeur of Edinburgh Castle. Enjoy an included lunch before free time this afternoon. Why not choose to see Edinburgh’s highlights on today’s optional? This evening, do things the Scottish way and enjoy a pint or dram of whisky with the locals. You can also explore the city at night on a guided ghost tour; see secret underground passages and local graveyards!

DAY 5: Edinburgh - Carlisle - Lake District - Liverpool

Cross the border back into England today as the tour travels to Liverpool. Enroute, visit Carlisle, a historic cathedral city, and the beautiful town of Bowness-on-Windermere in the picturesque Lake District. Here, why not join the Winter at Windermere optional excursion for a local lunch and a cruise along the stunning Lake Windermere? Arrive in Liverpool in the late afternoon and enjoy a driving tour before checking into the hotel. This city is famous for being the home of The Beatles and two legendary football clubs! This evening is free to experience the local life. Why not pay a visit to the Cavern Club where the Beatles played hundreds of shows?

DAY 6: Stratford-Upon-Avon - Wales

Embark on a driving tour of Liverpool this morning and see the city’s most famous sites associated with The Beatles! Next we travel to Stratford-upon-Avon - the birthplace of William Shakespeare, one of the world’s most famous playwrights. Learn more about this historic village on an orientation tour before using some free time to explore on your own. Afterwards, we make our way to Wales! We have a brief photo stop at a medieval castle on the way. Then we head onwards to the Welsh capital of Cardiff which is our overnight stop. Orientate yourself with the city on a driving tour before we check into our hotel for the night.

DAY 7: Bath - Stonehenge - London

This is the last day of our tour of Great Britain, and it's a day filled with excitement! Today’s first stop is Bath. This historic city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to sites such as the Roman Baths which can be explored on the optional excursion, as well as some of the finest architecture in Europe! Learn about the town on an orientation tour before travelling to the next stop; Stonehenge. This famous landmark is shrouded in myth and legend. Explore it on the optional Stonehenge excursion. Arrive back in London in the early evening. After a week of exploring amazing destinations across Great Britain, it’s the end of a memorable tour!

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Inverness - £20

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

Edinburgh - £40

See the top sights of Edinburgh! Visit Calton Hill, Holyrood Palace, the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle decked out for the festive season.

Bowness - £40

Discover the stunning scenery around Windermere Lake at wintertime with a lakeside lunch and cruise.

Bath - £28

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

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!

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