Day 1: Depart USA
Meet your tour Director and fellow travelers for your international flight to London.

Day 2: London
Upon arrival in London we are greeted by our tour manager and travel by private coach to Windsor where we visit the castle. Windsor Castle is one of the three official residences of the Queen which has been home to the Sovereign for over 900 years. The castle is the largest inhabited castle in the world and the oldest in continuous occupation. The imposing towers and battlements of the castle loom large from every approach to the town, creating one of the world's most spectacular skylines. No other royal residence has played such an important role in the nation's history. Free time for lunch in Windsor and arrival at the hotel in London by mid afternoon. Welcome dinner at the hotel, our home for the next two nights. In flight meal service, D

Day 3: London
This morning we have a chance to get to know the historic ‘City’ of London, also known as the square mile, with a guided tour of the oldest part of London, originally founded as a Celtic fishing village which was expanded by the Romans nearly 2000 years ago into Londinium. We visit the Tower of London, a fortress dating back to the 11th century built by William I which has been a prison and place of execution even to kings and queens, and see the Crown jewels which are closely guarded in the Jewel House. In the afternoon we tour London’s West End. We see Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, Nelson's Column, Piccadilly, and visit the glorious Westminster Abbey, where nearly all of England's kings and queens have been crowned since William the Conqueror in 1066. We return to our hotel in the late afternoon. Enjoy an optional night at London’s West End to see a show or dinner cruise on the Thames. B

Day 4: London / Oxford / Stratford
We leave London and journey through Oxfordshire, stopping to visit Oxford, seat of one of England’s great historic universities. Enjoy a walking tour of the town to see the classically beautiful colleges, some dating back to the 12th century, including a visit to the superb 16th century Christchurch College. Our next stop is Warwick Castle, often referred to as Britain’s Greatest Medieval Experience. Warwick Castle is over one thousand years old and has been well maintained with magnificent towers and ramparts. There are many attractions at Warwick Castle, from dungeons to the Great Hall, State Rooms and the Royal Weekend Party of 1898. We continue onwards to Stratford-upon-Avon, the pretty Tudor town of William Shakespeare’s birthplace. Visit the house where he was born, and see the church where he is buried. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Stratford. B, D

Day 5: Stratford / Coventry / Chester / Lake District / Edinburgh
Enjoy an English breakfast at our hotel before heading out to Coventry to visit the Cathedral, a monumental edifice designed by Sir Basil Spence, which symbolizes the cathedral’s message of reconciliation and is poignantly aligned with the ruins of the original cathedral, which was bombed during WWII. Next we visit the medieval city of Chester. During a walking tour through the city we see the beautiful medieval cathedral and the historic sand stone walls and arcaded shopping area known as the 'Rows'. We continue our drive to the Lake District, a beautiful region of lakes and mountains, immortalized in the artistic works of famous writers and painters. William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor-Coleridge, John Ruskin and Beatrix Potter drew their inspiration from this area. We visit Grasmere and continue through the wool towns of Moffat and Gretna Green to the Scottish border, and on to the glorious capital of Scotland, Edinburgh, now designated a World Heritage site. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Edinburgh, where we stay for two nights. B, D

Day 6: Edinburgh
In the morning we enjoy a guided tour of the city, where we see the unique old town and the Royal Mile, with its tall houses dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. Visit ancient Edinburgh Castle perched high above the city, a natural and romantic fortress with views over the whole city and the Firth of Forth. Visit the 'new' town, a fine Georgian architectural creation of wide streets, garden squares and sweeping crescents. This afternoon we head north of Edinburgh to the coastal town of St Andrews, Scotland’s oldest university town, and also something of a pilgrimage center for golfers from all over the world. The town, founded in the 4th century, is best absorbed on foot. Almost the entire center of the town consists of listed buildings, and we have plenty of time to discover the delights of this charming town and also visit St Andrews Cathedral. An optional Scottish evening of dance and music includes the famous bagpipes, the Highland fling with everyone dressed in Scottish Tartan Kilts, and a traditional Scottish dinner. B

Day 7: Edinburgh / Glasgow / Belfast
We leave Edinburgh for a city orientation tour of Glasgow. The wealth from world-trading in the 18th century and shipbuilding in the 19th century allowed the arts to flourish and prosper in Glasgow. The pioneer modern movement led by one of Glasgow’s most famous sons, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, could not have flourished in another city. Today Glasgow is an exciting and dynamic city of arts. We leave Glasgow for Stranraer to catch a ferry to Belfast. An orientation tour of this much rejuvenated and thriving city with its fine architecture includes the grand City Hall, the magnificent neoclassical City Hall built of Portland stone, completed in 1906 as a symbol of Belfast’s new city status, the modern glass structure of the Waterfront Hall arts venue, the Linen Hall Library, the majestic Belfast castle built in 1870, and the Albert Memorial Clock. We also see Belfast’s very own ‘Leaning Tower’, the Italianate Custom House, and the Botanic Gardens Queen’s University. The chancellor, former US senator George Mitchell, was a major architect of the Good Friday Agreement. Famous alumni include the President of Ireland, Mary McAleese, and Nobel prize-winning poet Seamus Heaney. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Belfast. B, D

Day 8: Belfast / Giant’s Causeway / Derry / Kincasslagh / Belleek
Enjoy a morning drive along the coast to see one of the wonders of Ireland, the Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO designated natural site. Here the incredible rock formations have been beaten by the waves into surreal shapes. We can walk or bus down to the water’s edge and enjoy the Visitor Centre. Continue to Derry where we walk along the ancient city walls. Next we drive to Kincasslagh, Co. Donegal past Daniel O’Donnell’s home. We continue to Belleek where we visit the famous Belleek Pottery Factory. We are able to visit the Museum, take a tour, and watch craftsmen making their marvelous creations. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Belleek. B, D

Day 9: Belleek / Knock / Galway / Cliffs of Moher / Limerick
Today we enjoy a journey through lush rolling green countryside, through the county of Sligo through Knock and Galway. We have a short orientation tour of Galway, the lively heart of the West of Ireland. Our tour takes in Eyre Square, the Latin Quarter, Lynch’s Castle, the Spanish Arch, built in 1584 to protect the harbor, and the 14th century St Nicholas Church, one of the oldest parishes in Ireland, reputed to be where Christopher Columbus prayed before his voyage to America. Next we drive into County Clare to the Cliffs of Moher. Rising over 700 feet above the Atlantic and extending 5 miles along the coast, this is County Clare’s foremost natural wonder. We continue to Limerick. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Limerick (two nights). B, D

Day 10: Limerick
We visit Bunratty Folk Park. The castle is the most complete and authentic medieval fortress in Ireland. Built in 1425, restored in 1954 to its former medieval splendor, it now contains mainly 15th and 16th century furnishings, tapestries, and works of art which capture the mood of those times. We return to Limerick for sightseeing and an early dinner, and then on to our front row seats at the Daniel O’Donnell Show. B, D

Day 11: Limerick / Ring of Kerry / Killarney
Enjoy a scenic drive to Adare, one of the prettiest villages in Ireland with its different colored thatched roof cottages. In the afternoon we circle the Ring of Kerry, a 110-mile panorama of seacoast, mountain, and lake vistas. This was the dramatic setting for the film Ryan’s Daughter. We see Skellig Michael, a rocky pinnacle towering over the sea, enchanting villages like Kenmare, Waterville, Caherciveen, palm tree lined Glenbeigh, and Irish-speaking Sneem, with houses painted in vibrant shades of blue, pink, yellow, and orange. As we continue, the foliage becomes more lush, due to the warming of the Gulf Stream. We drive to Killarney to enjoy the local hospitality. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Killarney. B, D

Day 12: Killarney / Waterford
This morning we visit the medieval Blarney Castle and kiss the famous Blarney Stone. We also have time to visit the wonderful Blarney Woolen Mill, selling everything from beautiful Aran knit sweaters to fine pottery and glass. We pass through West Cork warmed by the Gulf Stream which nurtures its sub-tropical vegetation. We continue along the south coast of Ireland stopping to visit the picturesque fishing villages of Youghal and Dungarvan. We then journey to the old Viking port city of Waterford for dinner and overnight. B,D

Day 13: Waterford / Bath
Today is an early morning departure for Rosslare where we catch a ferry to Fishguard. We drive through Wales into Somerset to Bath. Bath has been designated a World Heritage City, alongside Florence and Rome, and has the finest Georgian architectural ensemble in England. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Bath. B, D

Day 14: Bath / Stonehenge / London
This morning we enjoy a tour of the city of Bath, which reveals the finest Georgian architectural ensemble in the land. Bath became famous in Roman times when they built the Baths around the natural spa there. We visit those famous Roman Baths. We also see the Royal Crescent and Pulteney Bridge. We continue on to visit Stonehenge, a mysterious megalithic stone circle which has stood as witness to 4000 years of history. Farewell Dinner and overnight at the hotel in the London Heathrow area. B, D

Day 15: Departure
We transfer by private coach to the airport for the flight home.

Tour Includes
• International Airfare
• First Class Hotel accommodations
• Meals as indicated B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
• Professional local guides & tour manager
• Deluxe motor coach • Porterage one bag per person
• Transfers • Ferry Rides • Local taxes

Special Sights, Events & Activities
Windsor Castle, Tower of London, Westminster Abbey,
Blenheim Palace, Warwick Castle, Shakespeare’s
Birthplace, Coventry Cathedral, Edinburgh Castle,
St Andrews Cathedral, Giant Causeway, Belleek
Pottery Factory, Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle,
Blarney Castle, Roman Bath & Stonehenge

Items not included in price
• International Airline Taxes
• Tips to Drivers and Guides

Price based on Euro/Dollar exchange rate. Exchange rate variations
could force us to implement an Exchange Rate Surcharge.
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