Grand Tour Of Britain & Ireland
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Day 1 - ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND Check into your hotel. In the afternoon, there is time to rest or to start exploring the lively British capital. Uniformed hosts are available to help you make the most of your stay.LONDON-PHONE-BOOTH.jpg
Day 2 - LONDON What's your pleasure? Today is devoted to exploring on your own or enjoying our exciting program of optional activities. You may choose to join a Local Guide for an optional morning sightseeing tour of the city's famous landmarks: the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall's mounted horseguards and the Prime Minister's Downing Street residence, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Later, maybe visit Windsor Castle or the Tower of London with its spectacular Crown Jewels. Tonight, we recommend our optional Taste of London excursion with dinner, followed by a guided illumination cruise on the River Thames. (B)LONDON-BIG-BEN.jpg
Day 3 - LONDON - STONEHENGE - WIDECOMBE - PLYMOUTH Meet your Tour Director and travel companions to depart at 8 am for the West Country. Cross the chalky terrain of Wiltshire and visit Stonehenge, one of England's most intriguing mysteries. Explore the visitor center with its imaginative exhibitions, then admire the magnificence of the monument from up close. In the heart of Dartmoor National Park, ghostly setting for Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Hound of the Baskervilles, visit quaint Widecombe-in-the-Moor. Later, in Plymouth, hear about Sir Francis Drake and see the Mayflower Steps, where the Pilgrim Fathers embarked in 1620.Today's Distance: 222 mi/ 356 km (B,D)STONEHENGE.jpg
Day 4 - PLYMOUTH - GLASTONBURY - BATH - CARDIFF, WALES Via Glastonbury and its legends of King Arthur to the elegant city of Bath, famed for its amazing Roman relics and Georgian buildings. Cross the spectacular Severn Bridge into Wales and head for the capital, Cardiff. Here, an orientation drive introduces you to all the major attractions: Cardiff Castle, Cathays Park, Millennium Stadium, and the stately civic buildings. Tonight, experience Welsh culture at its finest during this memorable optional excursion featuring a dinner of local specialties, wine, and spirited folkloric entertainment.Today's Distance: 188 mi / 303 km (B)BATH-CITY.jpg
Day 5 - CARDIFF - TENBY - TRAMORE, IRELAND Enjoy vistas of rich dairy farmland this morning on the way to the pretty seaside resort of Tenby. Then, on to Pembroke, departure point for the ferry across St. George's Channel to Ireland. Arrive at Rosslare in just under four hours.Today's Distance: 169 mi/ 272 km (B,D)TENBY.jpg
Day 6 - TRAMORE - BLARNEY - KILLARNEY Today, discover why Ireland is called the "Emerald Isle." Drive along the southern coast, passing Cork, the country's second-largest city. Stop in Blarney, famous for its Stone of Eloquence, with time to see the castle, and shop for Irish crafts and handmade crystal. Continue to the popular resort of Killarney. Today's Distance: 134 mi/ 216 km (B)KILLARNEY-SCENIC.jpg
Day 7 - KILLARNEY. RING OF KERRY EXCURSION At Killorglin, join the road known as the Ring of Kerry for a 100-mile coastal panoramic drive featuring sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly painted farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with subtropical vegetation, and spectacular views of the Lakes of Killarney from Ladies View. Back in Killarney, climb aboard a delightful optional horse-drawn jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park to legendary Ross Castle on the shores of Lough Leane.Today's Distance: 100 mi/ 160 km (B)RING-OF-KERRY.jpg
Day 8 - KILLARNEY - DINGLE PENINSULA - ADARE - SHANNON Breathtaking scenery this morning on the Dingle Peninsula, where the 32-mile Slea Head drive affords magnificent vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. See the Blasket Islands and hear about the way of life and unique literary achievements of its inhabitants prior to their evacuation in 1953. Then, travel via Adare, a village known for its prize-winning thatched cottages, to Shannon. Step back in time at an original Irish castle medieval banquet optional. Enjoy a 4-course feast with wine, then relax as your medieval hosts dazzle you with unforgettable music and storytelling.Today's Distance: 154 mi/ 249 km (B)ADARE.jpg
Day 9 - SHANNON - CLIFFS OF MOHER - GALWAY - DUBLIN Take a scenic route this morning via the Cliffs of Moher and The Burren on the way to the port city of Galway, a popular seaside destination and a buzzing cosmopolitan district with vibrant shops and a busy cafe and bar culture. Continue across the mighty Shannon before arriving in Dublin. Everyone's Irish with a popular optional outing to the legendary Taylors Irish Cabaret, featuring a delicious dinner, drinks, and outstanding Irish music, dance, and comedy.Today's Distance: 234 mi/ 377 km (B)CLIFFS-OF-MOHER.jpg
Day 10 - DUBLIN A day in the "Fair City" starts with an orientation drive through Eire's capital, including statue-lined O'Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and St. Patrick's Cathedral. The afternoon is at leisure. This evening, raise a glass on an optional excursion to learn about the history, traditions, and brewing techniques behind one of the world's most popular beers on this fascinating tour, tasting and dinner at Dublin's legendary Guinness Storehouse. (B)DUBLIN-DOORS.jpg
Day 11 - DUBLIN - CAERNARFON, WALES - LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND Take the ferry across the Irish Sea to Holyhead on the Welsh Isle of Anglesey with its tongue-twisting names. Explore North Wales on the way to Caernarfon where the castle saw the investiture of Charles as Prince of Wales. Overnight in Liverpool, of Beatles fame and once the departure port of the great transatlantic liners.Today's Distance: 130 mi/ 209 km (B)CAERNARFON.jpg
Day 12 - LIVERPOOL - LAKE DISTRICT - GRETNA GREEN, SCOTLAND - GLASGOW Drive into the tranquil Lake District, often considered to be the finest of England's national parks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, visit Gretna Green, where the blacksmith used to wed runaway couples. Travel through the history-steeped Lowland Hills to Glasgow, Scotland's largest city.Today's Distance: 237 mi/ 381 km (B)GRETNA-GREEN-ANVIL.jpg
Day 13 - GLASGOW - FORT WILLIAM - INVERNESS - CULLODEN MOOR - HIGHLANDS Skirt the "Bonnie Banks" of Loch Lomond and head through wild Rannoch Moor into the Highlands. Pass through Glen Coe, where the MacDonald Clan was massacred in 1692, to Fort William beneath Ben Nevis. Then, the Great Glen for vistas of the Caledonian Canal, Loch Lochy, and Loch Oich. Follow the banks of Loch Ness, home of the timid and timeless Nessie. Continue via Inverness, the Highland capital and, on the way to tonight's destination, stop at the battlefield of Culloden Moor with its memories of Bonnie Prince Charlie.Today's Distance: 209 mi/ 336 km (B,D)LOCH-LOMOND.jpg
Day 14 - HIGHLANDS - PITLOCHRY - ST. ANDREWS - EDINBURGH Drive through more spectacular Highland scenery for a stop in the pretty Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry. Then, travel via Perth and Dundee before crossing the Tay Bridge to St. Andrews, whose Royal and Ancient Golf Club, founded in 1754, has given us the rules of golfing. Continue through Fife and over the mighty Forth Road Bridge to spend the next two nights in Edinburgh. No trip to Scotland is complete without an authentic Scottish evening! Join an optional night out filled with traditional food, drinks, singers, dancers, bagpipes, and, of course, the unforgettable Ceremony of the Haggis!Today's Distance: 169 mi/ 272 km (B)ST-ANDREWS-GOLF.jpg
Day 15 - EDINBURGH A full day to enjoy the Scottish capital. Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old "New Town," home to famous scientists, inventors, and novelists. In the "Old Town," visit Edinburgh Castle to admire Scotland's Crown Jewels. Get the royal treatment this afternoon and discover what life was like on board Her Majesty's floating residence during an exciting visit of the Royal Yacht Britannia, followed by dinner with wine at an excellent local restaurant! For departures July 19 & 26 and August 2 & 9, tickets are included for tonight's performance of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)EDINBURGH-CASTLE.jpg
Day 16 - EDINBURGH - JEDBURGH - YORK, ENGLAND - LEEDS At Jedburgh, see the abbey ruins before heading towards the Cheviot Hills and the English border. Travel through wild Northumberland National Park and, on the way, see a section of Hadrian's Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes. In York, England's most complete medieval city, stand in awe in front of the great structure of York Minster, then follow your Tour Director through a maze of quaint streets, including the narrow Shambles. Overnight is in Leeds.Today's Distance: 220 mi/ 355 km (B,D)YORK-SHAMBLES.jpg
Day 17 - LEEDS - STRATFORD-UPON-AVON - LONDON In Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon, take photos of Anne Hathaway's Cottage and explore the town at your own pace. After returning to London around 4 pm, how about celebrating the success of your tour with an optional night on the town? Curtain's up with an optional escorted evening in London's theater district, starting with a delicious dinner, followed by excellent seats at your chosen show.Today's Distance: 237 mi/ 385 km (B)STRATFORD-UPON-AVON-ANNE-HATHAWAYS-COTTAGE.jpg
Day 18 - LONDON Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)LONDON-TOWER-BRIDGE.jpg
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| Tour Duration | 18 Days | ||||||
| Start City: | London | ||||||
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| Price From | $3,399.00 See in Cart
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| 2025-05-03 | $4,309.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2025-05-10 | $4,339.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2025-05-17 | $4,339.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2025-05-24 | $4,339.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2025-05-31 | $4,339.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2025-06-07 | $4,339.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2025-06-14 | $4,339.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2025-06-21 | $4,339.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2025-06-28 | $4,339.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2025-07-05 | $4,339.00 | See in Cart | |
Features
- Meals
Full English breakfast daily, 4 Dinners
- Tags
ADARE|ATLANTIC OCEAN|BATH|BLARNEY|BRITAIN|CAERNARVON|CARDIFF|CELTIC SEA|CLIFFS OF MOHER|CO_BRITAIN|CO_BRITAIN_IRELAND|CO_EUROPE|CO_IRELAND|CO_WAIVE_SINGLE_SUPPLEMENT|CULLODEN MOOR|DARTMOOR|DINGLE PENINSULA|DUBLIN|EDINBURGH|ENGLAND|EUROPE|FORT WILLIAM|GALWAY|GLASGOW|GLASTONBURY|GRETNA GREEN|HADRIAN'S WALL|HIGHLANDS|HOLYHEAD|INVERNESS|IRELAND|JEDBURGH|KILLARNEY|LAKE DISTRICT|LEEDS|LIMERICK|LIVERPOOL|LOCH LOMOND|LONDON|NORTH SEA|PEMBROKE|PITLOCHRY|PLYMOUTH|Private Touring|RING OF KERRY|ROSSLARE|SCOTLAND|SHANNON|ST ANDREWS|STONEHENGE|STRATFORD-UPON-AVON|TA_ENGLAND|TA_SCOTLAND|TENBY|THE BURREN|TRAMORE|UNITED KINGDOM|VALUE VACATION|WALES|WIDECOMBE IN THE MOOR|YORK
- Travelers Notes
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations and a return Irish Sea ferry crossing"with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, and a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!
Special departures: Departures July 19, 26, August 2 and 9 include the Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
- Private Touring
6 guests in a party: $5,636*18 guests in a party: $1,167*
- UNESCO Sites
City of Bath|Forth Road Bridge|Frontiers of the Roman Empire|Old and New Towns of Edinburgh|Stonehenge|The English Lake District|The great Spa Towns of Europe - Bath
- Notes
This tour requires some uphill walking on rough terraine at Edinburgh Castle which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs.
Headsets available on tour except for London
- Title
Grand Tour of Britain & Ireland
