Colours of United Kingdom

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Duration

16 Days 15 Nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

Discover the Majesty of the United Kingdom! 🇬🇧

✨ Immerse yourself in the rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cities as you journey through the highlights of the United Kingdom.

🏰 London – Begin your adventure in the heart of the British capital, exploring iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, and the bustling streets of Covent Garden.

🏰 York – Venture to the medieval charm of York, where cobbled streets and the iconic York Minster transport you back in time.

🏰 Edinburgh – Embrace the Scottish spirit in the historic capital, Edinburgh, with its majestic castle, the Royal Mile, and the vibrant atmosphere of the Edinburgh Festival.

🏰 Inverness – Head north to the Highland gem of Inverness, where Loch Ness and Culloden Battlefield offer a glimpse into Scotland’s natural beauty and history.

🏰 Glasgow – Experience the modern energy of Glasgow, known for its art scene, vibrant neighborhoods, and Victorian architecture.

🏰 Windermere – Conclude your journey in the picturesque Lake District town of Windermere, surrounded by stunning lakes and fells.

Comfortable transfers ensure a seamless exploration of these iconic destinations, promising an unforgettable United Kingdom experience! 🏞️🚂

Tour Code : ET9946

Day 1 : London

Arrival transfer at London Heathrow Airport to your Hotel. Check into the Hotel by 1400hrs. Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 2 : London 

Breakfast at the hotel. London Sightseeing Tour: Hop-on, Hop-off, 24-hour Ticket: See top London attractions at your own pace on a
comprehensive hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour! With three family-friendly tour routes and three transport link services available, this hop-on, hop-off
The bus in London offers a perfect day of sightseeing for all the family. From the comfort of a spacious open-top double-decker bus, see all the top
sights like the London Eye, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge and more. Redeem your voucher, and then ride around London aboard your
spacious open-top double-decker bus. Your London sightseeing ticket can be used on three of the main tour routes—red, yellow, or blue—as well
as the transport links: black, green and purple. Tour routes are great options for all the family, boasting entertaining commentary for both adults and
kids plus children’s activity packs Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 : London - Tour of Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath

Breakfast at the Hotel. Full Day Tour of Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath. Depart from London and travel out of the city in your
air-conditioned coach toward the majestic Windsor Castle.(Admission Included). Home of the British Royal Family for 900 years, and location
for the 2018 Royal Wedding, Windsor is the world's largest and oldest occupied castle and widely considered one of England’s finest. Explore the
lavishly-decorated State Apartments and St George's Chapel with your guide and hear of the castle’s fascinating history and heritage. Continue on
through the rolling green Wiltshire landscape to Stonehenge (Admission Included), a collection of stones dragged to this lonely plain near
Salisbury 5,000 years ago. This ancient stone circle is still a place of strong spiritual significance, and continues to capture the imagination of the
many visitors it welcomes each year. Take a look around the visitors’ centre and learn the history of this ancient, mysterious site. During your visit
enjoy a free interactive map and VOX personal headset that is exclusive to this tour. Next, hop back in your coach and continue onward to Bath,
famous for its elegant Georgian architecture and widely considered one of England’s prettiest cities. Follow your guide on a panoramic tour of
Bath and be enchanted by the town's beautiful streets and alleyways, capturing the sites on camera as you go. You'll see Bath Abbey and the
much-photographed Pulteney Bridge, modelled on the Ponte Vecchio in Florence. During the tour, you will see the city’s famous Roman Baths —the best preserved Roman spa from the ancient world. At the end of your time in Bath. Later you will return to London. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 4 : London Tour Oxford, Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick Castle

Breakfast at the Hotel. Today you will proceed for a Full Day Tour of Oxford, Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick Castle. Travel by luxury coach to Warwick Castle,(Admission Included) which dates back to the Middle Ages. See its magnificent ramparts and towers; climb the
staircase to the Princess Tower; or head down into the dungeons. You can also stroll through the gardens, where falconry, jousting, and archery
take place in the summer. Next, travel to Stratford-upon-Avon. Here, visit William Shakespeare’s Tudor-era home. (Admission Included). This
ancient market town is perhaps most famous for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare, widely regarded to be the greatest writer in English
literature and the world's greatest ever dramatist. You'll visit the 16th-century half-timbered house where Shakespeare was born in 1564 and grew
up. Enjoy a fascinating insight into tales of his family life and admire rare artefacts on displays from the Shakespeare Trust's world-class collections.
Make the most of free time to explore independently or have lunch (at your own expense). Afterward, head to the famous city of Oxford, known as
the ‘City of Dreaming Spires.’ On arrival, plug into your provided headset to help you hear your Guided Commentary for Oxford, and set off on
foot to explore time city. See the ivy-strewn, honey-hued university buildings that have inspired generations of scholars, including the likes of Kate
Beckinsale and Bill Clinton. Visit Bodleian Library and the famous Christ Church College, which was featured in several 'Harry Potter' movies.
After a break for refreshments (own expense), continue through the beautiful Cotswolds, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Your
tour concludes in the evening with drop-off in London. Overnight at the Hotel

Day 5 : London - York and York Minster

Breakfast at the Hotel. Departure transfer to London Train Station to connect your train to York. (Standard Class Train Ticket Included), Arrival
and your will be transferred to your hotel. Check in Hotel. Now you can go on a 24 hours York Hop-On Hop-Off tour ticket. This scenic modern
city with its markets and universities is a tourist’s delight. Browse through the museums and appreciate the interesting displays and exhibits.Hop on
and off at any of the well-placed stops and visit popular York attractions. Enjoy a scenic drive around the city in an open-top double-decker bus and
listen to audio commentary in multiple languages along with Kids commentary in English. The major attractions covered are The Stonebow,
Museum Gardens. South Bank, Memorial Gardens, Clifford's Tower, Gilly Gate and many more. Overnight at the Hotel

Day 6 : York - Edinburgh

Breakfast at the Hotel. Departure transfer to York Train Station. Connect with your train to Edinburgh.(Standard Class Train Ticket Included)
Arrive at Edinburgh. Enroute continues North passing through the rugged landscapes of Northumberland and over the border through the rolling
hills of the Scottish Lowlands to Edinburg. Arrive and you will be transferred to your hotel.Check in Hotel. Rest of the day free to explore Edinburgh.
Explore this magnificent city from the winding streets of the cobbled old town to the wide avenues of the opulent Georgian new town. Stroll past the
gothic Burns Monument and through Princes Street Gardens before climbing the Royal Mile to the city's centrepiece at the magnificent Edinburgh
Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels, the Stone of Destiny and St Margaret's Chapel. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 7 : Edinburgh

Breakfast at the Hotel. Today explore Edinburgh by Hop on Hop Off Bus . Start your bus tour journey then at St Andrew Square and enjoy the
ride as we drive you to some of the finest, culture-rich destinations in Edinburgh. Experience the great historic marketplace; Grassmarket, located
right in the middle of Edinburgh's Old Town. Hop off to learn all about the history of Edinburgh in the National Museum of Scotland on famous
Chambers Street.Next on the agenda is John Knox House, a magnificent mediaeval building dating back all the way to the 15th century. Fancy a
stroll while you're visiting? We recommend you hop off and take a walk along Canongate, where you'll see some glorious buildings, or at Holyrood,
where you can roam around the royal park and visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse. If you love all about science then we'll even take you right to Our
Dynamic Earth! Just relax and let our exclusive red buses take care of the road. Keep your camera ready for great selfies as we drive you by the most iconic corners of the city and hop off as soon as you spot something you would like to explore further. You can hop back on at any time!.
Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 8 : Edinburgh - Loch Ness, Highlands, Glencoe Tour

Breakfast at the Hotel, Today morning make your way to the starting point for the tour in central Edinburgh. Your Full Day Loch Ness, Highlands,
Glencoe Tour is a very interesting tour. Get comfortable inside your top of the range mini-coach and depart to Loch Ness and the Scottish
Highlands, stopping along the way to hear insightful commentary from your guide. Pass by Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, and Linlithgow
Palace—the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots—en route to Glencoe, a Highland glen filled with eerie tales about the Clan MacDonald massacre
of 1692. Journey onward through the 18th-century Fort William, and gaze out at the Scottish Highlands, including the Great Glen. Reaching Fort
Augustus, disembark on the shores of Loch Ness, where you can opt for a seasonal boat ride on the loch and listen for the Loch Ness Monster
‘Nessie’ on the sonar system.Cruise is optional. Cruises run from Easter to the end of October.) After you purchase lunch (own expense), continue
your drive to Cairngorms National Park via Spean Bridge village. Take in the views of Loch Laggan and the windswept mountains, including Craig
Meagaidh, where the TV series 'Monarch of the Glen' was filmed. Your tour concludes with the return drive to Edinburgh. Overnight at the Hotel

Day 9 : Edinburgh - Inverness

Breakfast at the Hotel. Your departure transfer to Edinburgh Train Station to connect your train to Inverness. (Standard Class Train Ticket
Included). Arrive and you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Check in Hotel. Rest of the evening free at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 10 : Inverness - Isle of Skye.

Breakfast at the Hotel. Today you will enjoy a Full Day Tour through the Isle of Skye. Your guide will offer extensive commentary about the
area’s top landmarks, like Eilean Donan Castle, Portree, and the Old Man of Storr. This trip offers endless panoramic views of Scotland’s natural
landscape. We will make a stop at Invermoriston Falls. We will stop at Invermoriston for photos of Loch Ness. Our next stop will be Eilean Donan
Castle After Loch Ness, one of Scotland’s most photographed castles. The castle is situated on its own island at the head of Loch Duich. We take
time here to explore the castle and its atmospheric surroundings. We will continue our journey to the Isle of Skye,passing over the Skye Bridge and
on to the small village of Portree for our lunchtime stop. Portree, although a small harbour village, is the capital of Skye, and is surrounded by rocky
cliffs and rolling hills. Its beautiful surroundings make it a perfect stop to have lunch and enjoy views of the boats. After lunch proceed to The Old
Man of Storr where we will take a photo stop. Then on to Kilt Rock where this is also a photo stop. Later we will take a stop for refreshments at Kyle
of Lochalsh Viewpoint & Picnic Place. Then on to our last stop of Strome Castle where you can view the castle. Return to Inverness. Overnight at
the Hotel

Day 11 : Inverness - Glasgow

Breakfast at the Hotel. Departure transfer to Inverness Station to connect your train to Glasgow. (Standard Class Train Ticket Included). Arrive
in Glasgow and you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Check in at the hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 12 : Glasgow

Breakfast at the Hotel. Proceed for a Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour of Glasgow. The most vibrant and exciting of Scottish cities boasts excellent
museums and art galleries as well as beautiful parklands and buildings. Hop aboard a City Sightseeing tour at any of the stops throughout Glasgow
and enjoy panoramic views from the open-top double-decker bus. Hop on and off as much as you’d like. Visit George Square, Glasgow Cathedral,
Merchant City, The Barras and more! Overnight at the Hotel

Day 13 : Glasgow - Windermere (Lake District)

Breakfast at the Hotel. Departure Transfer to Glasgow Train Station to connect your train to Windermere, Lake District (Windermere)
(Standard Class Train Ticket Included). Today travel on your journey South once more through the Scottish Lowlands, over the border to
England and into the rustic landscapes of Cumbria. Arriving in the beautiful market town of Windermere on the shores of the famous Lake
Windermere . Upon arrival transfer to your Hotel in Windermere. Overnight at the Hotel

Day 14 : Windermere

Breakfast at the Hotel. Today you will venture on a Full Day Ten Lakes Tour of the Lake District. The Lake District is renowned for being the most
beautiful corner of England. The tour introduces you to just that; a magnificent scenery of mountains, valleys and lakes from the south to the north.
As you travel, admire the rolling countryside and craggy fells, and hear interesting facts from your guide about the Lake District's history and
geology, and the people and events that have shaped this much-loved region. Follow the banks of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake; and
make your first stop in the lovely village of Ambleside. Stretch your legs around the pretty streets and then continue to Rydal Water for a photo stop.
After capturing the scenery around this mirror-glass lake, continue through the picture-postcard village of Grasmere and ascend Kirkstone Pass,
the region's highest pass, on route to Thirlmere, a reservoir formed from the merging of two natural lakes. Admire this picturesque expanse of
water, and then travel through the lush Borrowdale Valley and past Bassenthwaite Lake. Climb the rugged slopes of Honister Pass to the
chocolate-box village of Buttermere and then drive by Crummock Water to Keswick.. Back aboard your minivan, venture further around the
undulating hills to Castlerigg Stone Circle, an ancient circle of 48 stones. Take photos of this age-old site and learn how the stones were probably
set here in around 3,000 BC to form a ceremonial site. During your trip,visit one of the area’s pretty waterfalls, and relax and take in the
awe-inspiring views of the high falls, woodlands and villages, and absorb the sense of timeless beauty around you. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 15 : Windermere – London

Breakfast at the Hotel. Morning free to explore Windermere or take a cruise in Windermere. In the afternoon departure transfer to Windermere Train
Station to connect to your train to London (Standard Class Train Ticket Included). Upon arrival transfer to your Hotel in London. Check into the
Hotel. Rest of the afternoon free at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel

Day 16 : London

Breakfast at the Hotel. Check out of the hotel by 1100 hrs. Day free at leisure on your own until departure transfer to the airport/train station.

  • 15 Nights Accommodation
  • Breakfast Daily
  • Return Airport or Train Station Transfers on Private Basis
  • Train Tickets - London/York/Edinburgh/Inverness/Glasgow/
  • Windermere/London
  • All tours on seat in coach basis as per itinerary
  • Flight Ticket
  • Personal Expenses
  • Travel insurance

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