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Britain and Ireland Highlights

10-Day UK and Ireland Tour of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales

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When do you want to travel?

Travel & Accommodation

10 days, 5 countries and 15 cities

9 nights accommodation

Meals

9 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners

Group Size & Activity Level

Average 45 people, Balanced

Itinerary

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The British Isles: London, Dublin, Edinburgh

Short on travel time but want to see all the Britain and Ireland highlights? This trip delivers the genius of Shakespeare, Waterford crystal creations in Ireland and a hearty Welsh dinner at a local vineyard, with a side of ancient history, in just 10 days.

How you’ll travel
Guided throughout, with authentic local connections.

Standard regional accommodation

Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal

Deluxe coach travel

34 Experiences

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Trip map

A map highlighting different stops on the Trafalgar Britain and Ireland tour

Day By Day Itinerary

10-day itinerary from London to London visiting 5 Countries and 15 Cities.

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About this trip

Sightseeing highlights

Explore Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin 

Discover York, Glasgow, Cardiff and Bath

Visit Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle, Guinness Storehouse in Dublin, the Irish National Stud and Japanese Garden near Kildare, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, the Roman Baths in Bath and the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge

View York Minster in York, Glasgow Cathedral and George Square, City Hall in Belfast

See the Principality Stadium in Cardiff

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)
Ferry across the Irish Sea from Scotland to Northern Ireland

Ferry across the Irish Sea from Ireland to South Wales

Optional Experiences and free time

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

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Britain and Ireland Highlights trip reviews

Britain and Ireland Highlights trip reviews

Overall Trip Rating

4.6/

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2,374 reviews

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93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend.

Carol and Dana Merkur

4/5

Reviewed on 06/23/2026 16:35:15

The only drawback of the trip is the amount of travel time. However, we do understand to get all the

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Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 06/23/2026 15:29:04

The tour guide and driver were excellent!! You should include London touring.

"Bucket list must do"

Carolyn Budden

5/5

Reviewed on 06/23/2026 14:35:53

My tour director was wonderful. I have never had a bad experience with any of my tour directors or

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"Britain & Ireland Highlights"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 06/23/2026 02:29:53

Great way to meet new people and see a lot in a condensed amount of time. We learned so much about

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"Excellent"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 06/22/2026 07:10:30

The coach driver and guides are the most amazing people. Yes it only 8 days but you get a taste of

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Lynette Norlander

5/5

Reviewed on 06/21/2026 20:02:53

We keep getting Covid on these trips. There needs to be a better protocol for when people get sick.

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Peter Gerzanich

5/5

Reviewed on 06/21/2026 14:14:41

It was full and a lot of fun.

Barbara Laclair

5/5

Reviewed on 06/21/2026 07:42:41

"Very Enjoyable"

Donna

5/5

Reviewed on 06/20/2026 06:58:14

Wonderfully friendly & kowledgeable travel directors operators & helpful bus drivers. The tours are

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"Choose Trafalgar tours"

Wayne Moses

5/5

Reviewed on 06/17/2026 09:22:49

Very diligent in ensuring guest comfort and accommodations. Packed full of sights with free time to

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

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Feel good (and do good) travel

It feels good to do good. These sustainable travel experiences help you meet inspiring people, support local communities, and make amazing memories that last a lifetime.​

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Sustainable development

Our sustainable experiences help advance 11 of the United Nations SDGs and make the world that little bit better.

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Under our sustainability strategy, we've committed to have at least one MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on every single one of our tours.

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