What is a definite departure?

A departure is shown as 'Definite Departure' once it has reached a minimum number of guests. That particular departure will definitely run, barring any extraordinary circumstances.We update these regularly, and you can book any departure. While it is highly unlikely a departure doesn't meet the minimum number of guests, you will be offered the best alternative dates or a full refund of any payment made if this is the case.If there are ever any changes to your departure, we will contact you.

How can I book extra hotel nights?

You can add extra hotel nights directly through Trafalgar, so that everything is taken care of, leaving you to relax and enjoy your tour.If you're booking online, once you've selected your travel dates and room type, you'll be offered an option to add extra hotel nights.Alternatively, you call us to book and one of our travel experts can advise on your options.

How much is the deposit for a Trafalgar tour?

On most of our departures, you can secure your trip today with a low deposit from just £100. All remaining tours and small group tours require a Level 2 deposit of £200. View the full list here.

What are the different kinds of experiences available?

Each Trafalgar tour has a carefully-selected range of included experiences to help immerse yourself in a destination. But did you know that every tour also has a Be My Guest and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience?Be My Guest Experiences are the original local travel experience, letting you step into the lives of hosts who will share stories about their families and communities.MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences are conscious travel experiences that give back to the local communities, which support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.Our tours also include a selection of Optional Experiences which are available for an additional cost, allowing you to make your trip your own.

Can I join a Trafalgar tour as a solo traveller?

A guided tour is the perfect way to solo travel. You'll meet like-minded people travelling with Trafalgar, and you'll relax knowing you can travel with ease, forming genuine connections as you go.To find out more solo room types and pricing select your preferred departure date and continue to the next page.

Where can I find room options?

Once you've selected your preferred departure date, on the next step add the number of guests to review the available room options and find the one that suits you best.

How can I apply my past guest discount?

It's great to have you back on board - the loyalty of our guests means everything to us.To access your Global Tour Rewards discount, please confirm the name and date of your past trip once you've added your passenger details. The discount will be applied before you book.

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Britain and Ireland Grandeur

20-day UK and Ireland Tour of England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland

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Tours

Region Collection

Top Rated

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4.5

2177 Reviews

When do you want to travel?

Travel & Accommodation

20 days, 5 countries and 35 cities

19 nights accommodation

Meals

19 Breakfasts, 8 Dinners

Group Size & Activity Level

Average 45 people, Dynamic

Itinerary

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The complete British Isles from London

There's more to Britain and Ireland than the postcard sights. Stand on the hushed battlefield of Culloden, wind along a rugged Cornish coastline and feel the salty spray of the Cliffs of Moher. End the day swept up in a toe-tapping, heart-stirring Gaelic song.

How you’ll travel

Guided throughout, with authentic local connections.

Standard regional accommodation

Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal

Deluxe coach travel

50 Experiences

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Free booking changes

Low deposit from £100*

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Free booking changes

Low deposit from £100*

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20-day itinerary from London to London visiting 5 Countries and 35 Cities.

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About this trip

Sightseeing highlights

Explore Londonderry, Belfast, Dublin and Edinburgh

Discover Plymouth, Bath, Cardiff, Limerick, Galway, Sligo, Chester, Glasgow and York

View the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth, the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, King John's Castle in Limerick, the 18th hole at St. Andrews, Eilean Donan Castle, Culloden Battlefield, and York Minster in York

See Galway Cathedral

Scenic Drive on a Cornish Excursion, experience the Ring of Kerry

Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates

Visit the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, Blarney Castle, the Cliffs of Moher, Guinness Storehouse in Dublin, Isle of Skye, Edinburgh Castle, The Kelpies, Alnwick, and Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon

What's included?

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

All porterage and restaurant gratuities

All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

Must-see sightseeing

Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

Return ferry across the Irish Sea between Wales and Ireland

Optional Experiences and free time

On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised

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Overall Trip Rating

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2,085 reviews

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92% of reviewers would recommend to a friend.

"Thoroughly enjoyable trip with great fellow travellers"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 09/15/2026 14:09:01

The service was excellent and I would recommend it to anyone. Organised side trips not on itinerary

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"Trafalgar UK and Ireland Grand Tour Review"

Trusted Customer

4/5

Reviewed on 09/15/2026 09:37:11

Booking was easy. We booked directly with Trafalgar and not through an agency. The tour guide was

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Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 09/14/2026 11:23:23

A wonderful trip - full on 20 days but well organised to ensure we were able to enjoy all on offer

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Trusted Customer

4.5/5

Reviewed on 09/14/2026 08:40:13

Most accommodation were very good, some not so good, *Personal information removed by Feefo* was

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Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 09/14/2026 00:00:03

The itinerary is great. So much ground covered and so many great places seen from capital cities to

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"Britain & Ireland - Trafalgar"

JAE

4.5/5

Reviewed on 09/11/2026 15:53:17

On this tour it was very well planned. Rushed in some locations but lots of places to visit. Super

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Trusted Customer

4.5/5

Reviewed on 09/11/2026 11:21:51

Bus drivers are real professionals and bus always clean and freshened. Tour directors always

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"The One Where the Gibson Gals Go To the British Isles"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 09/11/2026 11:11:43

Everything is looked after No wondering about where to eat, or what to wear, or where free bathrooms

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Trusted Customer

4/5

Reviewed on 09/10/2026 08:40:57

every second hotel was poor 2star

Hamish Illsley

4/5

Reviewed on 09/08/2026 10:45:12

You'll make a positive impact to people, planet and wildlife on this tour

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