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Tours of the British Isles

Merry Old England offers a vast array of history and culture. Depending on which guided vacation you choose, you might tour Belvoir Castle in Cambridge, behold the Changing of the Guard at St. Paul's Cathedral in London, view Shakespeare's birthplace at Stratford-upon-Avon, or marvel at the prehistoric Stonehenge.

Irish charm is world-reknown and the countryside is an absolutelt breathtaking. Depending on which Ireland vacation you select, you might enjoy the beautiful Garinish Island in Killarney, stroll through King John's Castle in Limerick, explore a charming rural life in Shannon, or travel by ferry to hear locals speaking Gaelic in the Aran Islands.

The Scottish heritage is deeply embedded and preserved. Depending on which Scotland vacation you select, you might hunt for the elusive Loch Ness monster near the town of Inverness, play some golf in St. Andrews, and stroll through the famous castle in the capital city of Edinburgh. These Scotland vacations showcase the most popular cities, as well as the area's most famous landmarks year-round.

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Globus Tours New England
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LONDON AND PARIS
 featuring A Tale of Two Cities!
by Globus Tours
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8 Days including air or 7 Days London/Paris 
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Enjoy a week in London and Paris in centrally located hotels and accompanied by an expert Tour Director. After your arrival in London, enjoy a traditional dining experience combined with a relaxed night-time river cruise on the Thames. Guided sightseeing includes all the famous landmarks: the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace, and ends with a London Eye Champagne Experience—a ride on the world’s tallest observation wheel while you sip a glass of champagne. The rest of the time is free for independent activities. Then, hop aboard the high-speed Eurostar train and head for Paris, where an orientation drive shows off the city’s most famous landmarks. Ascend to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, visit Notre Dame Cathedral, sample a crepe, explore the Montmartre art district, visit Sacre Coeur Basilica, and enjoy a special lunch. This getaway is truly magnifique!

LONDON AND PARIS: A Tale of Two Cities by Globus Tours
LONDON AND PARIS
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Globus Tours New England
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LONDON AND COUNTRY
 A Taste of London and the surrounding countryside
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8 Days including air or 7 Days London/London
Globus Travel Counsel Historical monuments, royal treasures, amazing museums, fantastic shopping, some of the world's most famous landmarks, an unrivaled theater scene, and beautiful parks—London has it all! On this London tour you'll have the opportunity to spend six nights in London with the chance to explore the city and some of the more famous cities surrounding it.

LONDON AND COUNTRY by Globus Tours
LONDON AND COUNTRY
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Globus Tours Europe
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INTRODUCTION to IRELAND
Irish Highlights!
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8 Days including air or 7 Days Dublin/Dublin 
Globus Travel CounselThis vacation is ideal for first-time visitors to the Emerald Isle who have limited time to spare. Begin in Dublin with an overnight and guided sightseeing that includes O’Connell Street, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College. Heading west, stop in Kildare at the Irish National Stud, in St. Patrick’s Cashel, and in Tipperary, made famous in the wartime marching song. On to Limerick for an orientation drive, then stop in Ennis for two nights. From here, an included excursion shows off stunning views from the Cliffs of Moher. Also enjoy Irish hospitality at Rathbaun Farm, where you’ll see a farmer shear a sheep and use a sheep dog to move his flock. Next, ferry across the Shannon estuary and travel around the famed Ring of Kerry. Spend the night in Killarney and stop in Blarney, famous for its magical Kissing Stone. In Waterford, visit the House of Waterford Crystal; see Ireland’s oldest handweaving mill at Avoca; cross through the Wicklow Mountains; and take a guided tour of St. Kevin’s 6th-century center of Irish Christianity in Glendalough. Return to Dublin for the conclusion of your Irish journey.

INTRODUCTION to IRELAND by Globus Tours
INTRODUCTION to IRELAND
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Globus Tours New England
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BONNIE SCOTLAND
Highlights of Scotland!
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8 Days including air or 7 Days Glasgow/Edinburgh
Globus Travel CounselBreathtaking scenery awaits you on this beautiful Scotland itinerary. Start with two overnights in Glasgow, where you’ll enjoy a special welcome dinner, an orientation of the city’s highlights, and an excursion to Stirling to see its castle, the monument dedicated to Scottish freedom fighter William Wallace, and the beautiful Trossachs region. Next, follow the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond and the “Road to the Isles” to Mallaig, where you cross the Sound of Sleat to the Isle of Skye. Here, visit the Museum of the Isles at the Clan Donald Centre. Then, travel across the remote Highlands, taking in the breathtaking scenery and watching out for the mysterious Loch Ness monster as you make your way to Inverness. Stop at the Culloden Moor battlefield, enjoy a sheepdog display, and sample a ‘wee dram’ at a whisky distillery. Visit the mountain resort of Pitlochry and stay the night in Dundee, where you’ll appreciate the picturesque views of the Firth of Tay. Continue on to St. Andrews and hit a few balls at the St. Andrews Links Golf Practice Centre. At Scone Palace in Perth, enjoy coffee and shortbread as you hear about the crowning of Scottish kings. Finally, arrive in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh for two overnights and guided sightseeing featuring a visit of Edinburgh Castle with its magnificent Crown Jewels.

BONNIE SCOTLAND by Globus Tours
BONNIE SCOTLAND
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Collette Tours Europe
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LONDON and PARIS
The Best of Both Grand Cities!
by Collette Tours
9 Days including air or 8 Days London/Paris 
Globus Travel CounselEnjoy the best of London and Paris on this 8-day leisurely tour. All of the top sights are included, as well as plenty of free time for your own discovery. See Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben and St. Paul’s Cathedral. Enjoy a London theatre performance. Cross the channel on the high-speed Eurostar Train. Dine at the Eiffel Tower and cruise the River Seine at night. Thrill to dinner and cabaret at Paradis Latin.

LONDON and PARIS by Collette Tours
LONDON and PARIS
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Cosmos Tours Europe
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FROM DUBLIN TO LONDON
England and Ireland!
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10 Days including air or 9 Days Dublin/London 
Cosmos Travel CounselStunning scenery, pretty villages, ancient sights, and exciting cities—this Britain and Ireland tour offers all of this and more. Your tour starts in Dublin, Ireland’s fun capital; ends in London, England’s exciting capital; and overnights along the way in Ennis, Killarney, Tramore, and Cardiff, the capital of Wales.

Highlights of this tour include the 668-foot Cliffs of Moher on Ireland’s west coast, where you’ll marvel at breathtaking views of rugged cliffs dropping into the ocean, and the Ring of Kerry, a 100-mile panoramic drive through magnificent landscapes. You’ll savor views of the sparkling seascapes, hills dotted with brightly colored farmhouses, winding lanes, and views of the Lakes of Killarney. Words cannot capture the magnificence of these natural beauties; you must witness them in person! Also enjoy drives through rich dairy farmland. Stop for photos in Adare, founded in medieval times and known today as one of Ireland’s friendliest and prettiest villages. In fact, its streets are still lined with the original thatched cottages from the 1820s.

From the vibrant cities to the quaint villages and gorgeous scenery, this value-minded tour through Britain and Ireland is sure to delight all of your senses!


BRITISH PANORAMA by Cosmos Tours
FROM DUBLIN TO LONDON
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Collette Tours Europe
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BRITISH LANDSCAPES
Exploring Britain's Beautiful Countryside!
by Collette Tours
10 Days including air or 9 Days London/London 
Globus Travel CounselSleepy villages where sheep wander the grassy hillsides, lakes set amidst mountains that inspired centuries of literature, and cities thriving with arts and culture — these are the landscapes of Britain. Discover them on this 10-day journey through England, Scotland and Wales. Sleep in a Welsh castle. Visit the historic town of Cambridge. See the natural hot spring baths used by the Romans. Walk in the footsteps of William Shakespeare. Explore London and Edinburgh. Experience the wonder of Stonehenge. Stroll through historic York.

BRITISH LANDSCAPES by Collette Tours
BRITISH LANDSCAPES
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Globus Tours New England
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BRITAIN SAMPLER
First Timer Friendly!
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10 Days including air or 9 Days London/London 
Collette Travel CounselOur most popular Britain vacation offers you the absolute best of this great land. Your trip starts in London with visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard, if held. See all the famous landmarks in London before taking a special walk through the ornamental gardens of Hampton Court Palace. Then venture on to Stonehenge and Bath, where you see the Roman excavations. Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon before traveling to picturesque Llangollen in North Wales, home of an annual international contest for poets and musicians. On to Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, to tour the famous Edinburgh Castle and the Queen’s Holyrood Palace. The next day, tour Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotsford House. A walking tour of the medieval city of York, plus visits to unique Belvoir Castle and the market town of Stamford, complete this magnificent Britain vacation.

BRITAIN SAMPLER by Globus Tours
BRITAIN SAMPLER
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Cosmos Tours Europe
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IRISH DISCOVERY
Irish Highlights!
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10 Days including air or 9 Days Dublin/Dublin 
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Explore Ireland in depth and hear exciting stories of its rich history, legends, and myths. Begin your trip in Dublin, Ireland’s capital, with an orientation drive that introduces you to the major attractions. Head north through the Boyne Valley and the Mountains of Mourne to Downpatrick, and on to Belfast, the vibrant capital of Northern Ireland. Take the scenic route along the Antrim coast to dramatic Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Derry and Donegal, then drive along Donegal Bay on your way to Sligo. Via Knock, where pilgrims from around the world flock to the Marian Shrine, and vibrant coastal Galway, you reach the breathtaking 668-foot Cliffs of Moher. Take photographs of the thatched cottages in Adare, then drink in the scenery on the Dingle Peninsula before arriving in the bustling resort of Killarney. More spectacular vistas await during the coastal drive along the beautiful “Ring of Kerry,” where you’ll see sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly colored farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with verdant vegetation, and the Lakes of Killarney. Next, stop in Blarney, famous for its castle and “Stone of Eloquence,”; also enjoy a guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal. Heading north, visit Ireland’s oldest handweaving mill at Avoca, and Glendalough with its ruins of St. Kevin’s Centre of Irish Christianity. Back in Dublin, your vacation ends with an exciting optional tour.

IRISH EXPLORER by Cosmos Tours
IRISH DISCOVERY
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Collette Tours Europe
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DISCOVER SCOTLAND
Ancient Land and People!
by Collette Tours
10 Days including air or 9 Days Edinburgh/Edinburgh
 
Globus Travel CounselFrom the rugged sea-sprayed islands, to its stately castles drenched in history, Scotland’s treasures are diverse and compelling. Explore the regal city of Edinburgh. Learn the secrets of making Scotch whisky during a tour and tasting of the smallest distillery in Scotland. See the remarkable Ring of Brodgar, reported to be older than Stonehenge. Stop in St. Andrews, home of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club. Discover the ancient, Neolithic village uncovered at Skara Brae, and dating back to 3200 B.C.E.

DISCOVER SCOTLAND by Collette Tours
DISCOVER SCOTLAND
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Collette Tours Europe
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SHADES of IRELAND
The Colorful Emerald Isle!
by Collette Tours
10 Days including air or 9 Days Dublin/Dublin
 
Globus Travel CounselFrom vibrant and history-filled Dublin, across rolling green hills to the dramatic coast, experience all of the charms of Ireland on this 10-day tour of the Emerald Isle. Live like royalty during an overnight stay on the grounds of a castle. Visit the Waterford Crystal facility. See the Atlantic from the stunning 700-foot cliffs of Moher. Experience the world-famous beauty of the Ring of Kerry. Have coffee and scones at a working farm. See beautiful Killarney from your seat on an Irish jaunting car. Journey to historic Blarney Castle, lean back and kiss its famous stone!

SHADES of IRELAND by Collette Tours
SHADES of IRELAND
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Globus Tours New England
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BONNIE SCOTLAND with London
Highlights of Scotland with London Extension!
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11 Days including air or 10 Days Glasgow/London
Globus Travel CounselRolling hills and rugged coastlines, mythical creatures, and elusive monsters, quiet fairways, and boisterous bagpipes, this tour of Scotland is a study in stark contrasts among the most beautiful of classrooms. Hitting the highpoints of the Highlands from Glasgow to Edinburgh, you’ll cruise on beautiful Loch Lomond, ferry to the dramatic Isle of Skye, and visit the home of golf, St. Andrews. More lush landscapes await as you search for the mysterious Nessie along the banks of Loch Ness, stand before the famous Glenfinnan viaduct featured in the Harry Potter films, and swoon over the 13th-century Eilean Donan Castle nestled on a tidal island and featured in numerous films. If green means go, you have the go-ahead to pack your tams, tartans, and knickers for vibrant and verdant Scotland.

How about a trip on the Thames before you cross the pond? Add a 3-night extension to London to your tour of Scotland and let an express train whisk you from Edinburgh to the palaces, pubs, and pints that await. Raise a glass to guided sightseeing and ample time on your own for personal pursuits.


BONNIE SCOTLAND by Globus Tours
BONNIE SCOTLAND w/London
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Globus Tours New England
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EMERALD ISLE
Scenic Ireland!
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11 Days including air or 10 Days Dublin/Dublin 
Globus Travel CounselEnjoy an incredible journey through Ireland’s bustling cities and lush countryside. Begin in Dublin with an overnight and guided sightseeing that includes O’Connell Street, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College. Heading west, stop in Kildare at the Irish National Stud, then north to Longford’s Strokestown House for a tour of the mansion and to learn about the Great Irish Famine of the 1840s. Then, travel to the pilgrimage village of Knock. Drive along the beautiful coastline, visiting Kylemore Abbey and a marble workshop. Spend two nights in the port city of Galway, featuring an included excursion to the Aran Islands, famous for their linguistic and cultural heritage, and a genuine Irish farm experience. Also on your agenda: the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, a horse-drawn jaunting car ride in Killarney, the scenic Ring of Kerry, Blarney, the House of Waterford Crystal, and St. Kevin’s center of Irish Christianity at Glendalough. Return to Dublin for a final overnight in the Emerald Isle!

EMERALD ISLE by Globus Tours
EMERALD ISLE
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Globus Tours New England
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ESSENTIAL BRITAIN and IRELAND
All 5 Countries of the British Isles!
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11 Days including air or 10 Days London/London 
Globus Travel CounselThis comprehensive vacation gives you an insight into all five countries of the British Isles. Start your trip in England with visits to prehistoric Stonehenge, Salisbury with its famous cathedral, and the extraordinary excavations of the Roman Baths in Bath. Then travel to Cardiff, the capital of Wales, and through South Wales to board the ferry for the crossing to Ireland. Watch the craftsmen at work at the Waterford Crystal factory, admire the stallions at the Irish National Stud, and relax in Dublin, Ireland’s capital, before heading north past the Mountains of Mourne to vibrant Belfast. Another ferry crossing takes you to Scotland and its capital city, Edinburgh, where a guided city tour includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle. The final highlights of this vacation include the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe’s magnificent Floors Castle, a walking tour through York, and last but not least, Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon. You’ll arrive home with lots of stories and photos to share from your vacation to the British Isles.

ESSENTIAL BRITAIN and IRELAND by Globus Tours
ESSENTIAL BRITAIN and IRELAND
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Collette Tours Europe
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EXPLORING SCOTLAND and IRELAND
also featuring Northern Ireland!
by Collette Tours
13 Days including air or 12 Days Edinburgh/Dublin 
Globus Travel CounselExplore centuries of Celtic culture and tradition on this tour of Scotland, Ireland, and Northern Ireland. Enjoy lively evenings of traditional Scottish and Irish music and culture. Discover the mystical Giant’s Causeway. Visit an Irish language arts center in Belfast, a Collette Foundation site. Travel to Scotland’s western Isles, Mull and Iona. Take a guided tour of 900-year-old Stirling Castle. Witness clever Scottish sheep dogs during a farm demonstration. Visit the majestic Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish crown jewels. Finish the tour in rollicking Dublin. See St. Patrick’s Cathedral and walk Grafton Street.

EXPLORING SCOTLAND and IRELAND by Collette Tours
EXPLORING SCOTLAND and IRELAND
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Globus Tours New England
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ESSENTIAL BRITAIN
England, Wales, and Scotland!
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13 Days including air or 12 Days London/London 
Collette Travel CounselThis vacation offers a panoramic exploration of England, Wales, and Scotland. Begin with an overnight and free time in London, then head west to prehistoric Stonehenge, picturesque Salisbury, and Widecombe-in-the-Moor in Dartmoor National Park. Spend two nights in Plymouth, with an excursion to Land’s End and the seaside resort of St. Ives. Travel north to Glastonbury of King Arthur fame and stop to see the amazing Roman excavations in Bath. Cross into Wales for an overnight in Cardiff and a drive through Brecon Beacons National Park to Chester. Then journey to Liverpool, where you’ll visit the Beatles Story. Explore England’s scenic Lake District and Wordsworth’s Grasmere before crossing into Scotland for a stop in Gretna Green. Spend the night in Glasgow, then skirt the banks of Loch Lomond on your way to the Isle of Skye. After a stop in the Highland capital of Inverness, head south through Culloden Moor, Braemar, and St. Andrews. A 2-night stay in Edinburgh includes guided sightseeing and visits to Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. Back in England, choose between a visit to Alnwick Castle or to the lavish Alnwick Garden. Then see a section of Hadrian’s Wall and medieval York. Stop in Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon to see his birthplace. Return to London for an overnight and the completion of your magnificent vacation.

ESSENTIAL BRITAIN by Globus Tours
ESSENTIAL BRITAIN
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Cosmos Tours Europe
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ENGLAND, SCOTLAND and WALES
England, Scotland and Wales!
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14 Days including air or 13 Days London/London 
Cosmos Travel CounselExperience some of Britain’s fascinating towns as you travel through England, Scotland, and Wales, stopping for overnights in London, Leeds, Edinburgh, Strathpeffer, Glasgow, Liverpool, Cardiff, and Plymouth.

Part of the charm of exploring through Britain is seeing the spectacular scenery, and on this Britain tour, you’ll get the opportunity to witness some of its most scenic areas. Travel through Northumberland National Park, with its wide-open spaces and views of endless beauty; Brecon Beacons National Park, with its dramatic landscapes; Dartmoor National Park; and incomparable Snowdonia National Park in Wales, with picturesque villages, mountains, and lakes. Drive through the serene Lake District, England’s largest and finest natural park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On your way to Glasgow, admire some of Scotland’s most stunning scenery, including vast areas of unspoiled wilderness and gorgeous lochs (lakes).

On this Britain tour, you’ll also travel to some of Britain’s charming towns. In Stratford-upon-Avon, explore the town that Shakespeare called home and get a glimpse into life in 16th-century England. Walk through York’s quaint streets with your Tour Director and marvel at England's most complete medieval city. In Bath, explore the elegant city famed for its excavations of the 2,000-year-old Roman baths. In Plymouth, see the Mayflower Steps, where the Pilgrim Fathers embarked in 1620. Enjoy an orientation drive in Cardiff, the capital of Wales, and sightseeing in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital.

These are just some of the many highlights of this value-minded Britain tour through England, Scotland, and Wales. Be sure to grab your camera so all you have to do is sit back and relax as you experience these wonderful destinations.


BRITISH PANORAMA by Cosmos Tours
FROM LONDON TO LONDON
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Globus Tours New England
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SCENIC IRELAND
Limerick, Donegal, Belfast, Dublin and Killarney!
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14 Days including air or 13 Days Limerick/Limerick
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Leave no stone unturned on this journey through Ireland. Start your vacation in Limerick, head to the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, and visit Rathbaun Farm, where you’ll see a farmer shear a sheep and use a sheep dog to move his flock. Stop at the fishing village of Clifden, visit Kylemore Abbey, experience the rugged Atlantic Coast of Donegal, and discover awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway. Learn about life in Northern Ireland from your Local Guide in Derry and spend the night in Belfast, where you explore the fascinating Titanic Exhibition. In the “Fair City” of Dublin, enjoy an orientation drive that includes O’Connell Street, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and a visit to Trinity College with its Book of Kells. Travel south through the Wicklow Mountains, pausing at Ballyknocken House for our Local Favorite, an entertaining baking demonstration, coffee, and scones. Next up: Kilkenny, the House of Waterford Crystal, Blarney Castle, Cork, and the lush, tropical garden on Garinish Island. Spend two nights in the popular resort town of Killarney with an excursion to the Blasket Island Centre on Dingle Peninsula. Your marvelous vacation ends back in Limerick.

SCENIC IRELAND by Globus Tours
SCENIC IRELAND
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Globus Tours New England
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FROM THE SHANNON TO THE THAMES
England, Scotland and Ireland!
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14 Days including air or 13 Days Shannon/London 
Collette Travel CounselThis exciting itinerary combines scenic highlights of Ireland, Scotland, and England. Start in Limerick with two overnights and an excursion to the Cliffs of Moher, Galway, and Rathbaun Farm, where you learn about sheep hearing and scone baking. Take in the stunning 100-mile drive around the Ring of Kerry and stop in the popular resort town of Killarney. Then, on to Blarney, Cashel, and Dublin, including a comprehensive orientation drive. Cross into Northern Ireland to visit fascinating Giant’s Causeway, and explore the Titanic Exhibition in Belfast. Next, board the ferry to Scotland and drive through the Scottish Lowlands to Edinburgh with its castle and Crown Jewels. In Alnwick, decide whether you want to visit the ancestral home of the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe or explore the lavish Alnwick Garden. Your Tour Director will take you on a walking tour through the narrow Shambles in York. Then, travel to Stratford for a visit of William Shakespeare’s birthplace before setting off for our Local Favorite—supper in a village inn at 13th-century Castle Combe in the Cotsworlds. The Roman ruins at Baths, prehistoric Stonehenge, and London, with a guided sightseeing tour including all the famous landmarks, are the final highlights of your vacation.

FROM THE SHANNON TO THE THAMES by Globus Tours
FROM THE SHANNON TO THE THAMES
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Globus Tours New England
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CELTIC HIGHLIGHTS
Scotland, England’s Lake District, North Wales, and Ireland!
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14 Days including air or 13 Days Glasgow/Glasgow 
Globus Travel CounselThis fascinating journey delivers the best of Scotland, England’s Lake District, North Wales, and the Emerald Isle. Begin in lively Glasgow and head north via the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond to Fort William, Loch Ness, and the Highland capital of Inverness. Travel south, stopping to visit a whisky distillery and Balmoral Castle (when open). Spend two nights in Edinburgh and visit the famous castle and Holyrood Palace. In the Lowland hills, see the blacksmith’s shop at Gretna Green before crossing into England. Delight in the beauty of the Lake District on your way to Grasmere. Explore the North Wales towns of Betws-y-Coed and Caernarvon, then ferry across the Irish Sea to the “Fair City” of Dublin, where an orientation drive shows off O’Connell Street, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College. Visit the Irish National Stud at Kildare. Stop in Blarney and at the popular resort of Killarney. Marvel at the scenic Ring of Kerry, the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, and stunning Giant’s Causeway. Visits to the pilgrimage village of Knock, world-famous Belleek Pottery, Derry, and Belfast are also included, before returning to Glasgow for the conclusion of the tour.

CELTIC HIGHLIGHTS by Globus Tours
CELTIC HIGHLIGHTS
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Collette Tours Europe
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EXPLORING BRITAIN and IRELAND
featuring England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales!
by Collette Tours
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15 Days including air or 14 Days London/London 
Collette Travel CounselFrom the fashionable streets of London to the magical Blarney Stone, this great adventure takes you over rolling farmland and across the Irish Sea, through England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Marvel at the mystery of Stonehenge. Celebrate Irish humor, music and dance in Dublin. Visit William Shakespeare’s birthplace, Stratford-Upon-Avon. Visit the English Lake District, Ireland’s Ring of Kerry and the valleys and mountains of North Wales. Tour the regal city of Edinburgh.

EXPLORING BRITAIN and IRELAND by Collette Tours
EXPLORING BRITAIN and IRELAND
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Globus Tours
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SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS
Our most comprehensive vacation of Scotland!
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15 Days including air or 14 Days Glasgow/Glasgow
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After an overnight in Glasgow, head south to the Lowlands to see poet Robert Burns’ birthplace in Alloway and Gretna Green. Cross into England for a guided visit of 11th-century Carlisle Castle and to see a section of Hadrian’s Wall, then return to Scotland to see the house of Mary, Queen of Scots, the Jedburgh Abbey ruins, visit Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotsford House, and spend two nights in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh, with visits to its castle and Holyrood Palace. Heading north, stop at St. Andrews, the mountain resort of Pitlochry to visit a whisky distillery, and the Highland capital of Inverness. An included excursion takes in Culloden Moor and Cawdor Castle, setting for Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Also visit majestic Dunrobin Castle before boarding a ferry for the Orkney Islands. Here, a Local Guide shows you the unique sites, including a 5,000-year-old Neolithic village and the Ring of Brodgar, the area’s own Stonehenge. Skirt the northwestern coastline, where stunning scenery delivers you to the isles of Skye and Mull for 2-night stays on each. Return to Glasgow for one last overnight and the end of your Scottish adventure.

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS by Globus Tours
SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS
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HIGHLIGHTS of BRITAIN and IRELAND
Tour of kings, queens, and leprechauns!
by Globus Tours
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16 Days including air or 15 Days London/London
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Journey through the lands of kings, queens, and leprechauns! Begin in London with two overnights and guided sightseeing that features Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard, if held. Depart the city to admire the breathtaking gardens at Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace, then venture on to prehistoric Stonehenge, picturesque Salisbury, and the Roman excavations at Bath. Cross into Wales and spend the night in Newport, then to the Welsh capital of Cardiff before ferrying across the Irish Sea to the Emerald Isle. Highlights are a guided visit of the House of Waterford Crystal, Blarney, the resort town of Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Limerick, the Irish National Stud in Kildare, and an orientation drive in Dublin that includes St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Trinity College.

Return across the Irish Sea and through scenic North Wales into England’s Lake District. Enjoy a cruise on Lake Windermere before heading to the Scottish Lowlands and Edinburgh for visits to Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. On your way back to England, see Alnwick. Stop to admire the impressive gothic York Minster, explore Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, and visit beautiful Blenheim Palace before returning to London for the end of your adventure.


HIGHLIGHTS of BRITAIN and IRELAND by Globus Tours
HIGHLIGHTS of BRITAIN and IRELAND
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Cosmos Tours Europe
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THE BEST OF BRITAIN & IRELAND
England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales!
by Cosmos Vacations
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16 Days including air or 15 Days London/London 
Cosmos Travel CounselOn this Best of Britain & Ireland tour, see Britain’s and Ireland’s highlights—from the bustling cities to the small towns and from the breathtaking scenery to the ancient ruins. Traveling through the lands of queens, kings, and leprechauns, begin and end in London and pass through England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales.

Stop in some historic towns and cities, including Oxford, home to some of England’s most famous colleges; York, England's most complete medieval city with its cobbled streets and the magnificent York Minster, England’s largest Gothic cathedral; Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of Shakespeare; Chester, where a walking tour highlights its Roman remains and black and white half-timbered buildings; Adare, founded in medieval times and known today as one of Ireland’s prettiest villages; and Bath, known for the excavations of Roman baths used for bathing and socializing 2,000 years ago. Britain and Ireland are known for their green countryside and stunning scenery, and on this Britain and Ireland tour, you’ll witness some of their gorgeous landscapes.
THE BEST OF BRITAIN and IRELAND by Cosmos Vacations
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England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales!
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19 Days including air or 18 Days London/London 
Cosmos Travel CounselExperience the best of England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales on this in-depth exploration tour of the British Isles. In between time in the major cities—London, Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Cardiff—visit some of the historic towns and witness some of the breathtaking scenery.

On any tour through Britain and Ireland, you’d expect to visit ancient ruins, majestic castles, and historic sights. That’s why Cosmos has included visits to prehistoric Stonehenge; Bath, known for its Roman ruins and baths; Edinburgh Castle, dating to the 12th century, where you’ll admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels; Hadrian’s Wall, the remains of the fortifications built by the Romans 2,000 years ago to defend against marauding northern tribes; the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth, where the Pilgrim Fathers embarked in 1620; the battlefield of Culloden Moor, where in 1746, the last battle was fought on British soil; and more.

You’d also expect to see stunning scenery and lush landscapes on a Britain and Ireland tour. That’s why Cosmos has included a drive around the Dingle Peninsula, a dramatic drive passing seaside villages, ancient monuments, and views of the Blasket Islands; a drive on the 100-mile Ring of Kerry, with its rugged and magnificent landscapes; the spectacular 668-foot Cliffs of Moher, where rugged cliffs drop into the ocean; a scenic drive along North Wales coast to England’s tranquil Lake District, recently awarded UNESCO World Heritage status; and drives through rich dairy farmland. In the Scottish Highlands, drive through the rolling terrain interspersed with lochs (lakes), picturesque towns, and the sparkling coastline. Watch for Nessie at Loch Ness, Scotland’s largest lake.

Bustling cities, smaller towns, historic sights, breathtaking landscapes, and much more are offered on this incredible Britain and Ireland tour.

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England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales!
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25 Days including air or 24 Days London/London 
Cosmos Travel CounselThis extensive vacation covers the British Isles—Scotland, England, Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Wales. No other tour is as complete. Begin your trip with two overnights in London and time to explore on your own or to take an optional tour. Head to Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace; enjoy a walking tour of Oxford, where Britain’s elite receive their education; and via the exquisite Cotswolds to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and Lady Godiva’s Coventry. Continue on to York, England’s most complete medieval city, for a walking tour with your Tour Director. See a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes, and enter Scotland for two overnights in regal Edinburgh. In the Scottish capital, your tour includes a visit to mighty Edinburgh Castle. On to St. Andrews, home of golf, and via Dundee and Perth to the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry. Then cross the battlefield of Culloden Moor on the way to your Highland destination. Enjoy an excursion to the spectacular west coast of Scotland, then arrive on the beautiful Isle of Skye. Scenic highlights await you on the way to Glasgow, and an orientation drive acquaints you with the major attractions. Ferry to Belfast in Northern Ireland and visit remarkable Giant’s Causeway on the way to Derry. Travel to Knock, where pilgrims flock to the Marian Shrine; see the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher; and drink in the scenery on the Dingle Peninsula and along the gorgeous “Ring of Kerry.” Visit popular Killarney; Blarney, known for its “Stone of Eloquence;” and Waterford, famous for its crystal. Stop at Ireland’s oldest handweaving mill at Avoca and enjoy Glendalough with its ruins of St. Kevin’s Centre of Irish Christianity. In Dublin, Ireland’s capital, an orientation drive shows you the sites. Then, ferry back across the Irish Sea to Holyhead and travel south through scenic Wales with stops in Wrexham and Cardiff. Return to England and explore elegant Georgian Bath, famous for its Roman ruins. Hear about King Arthur in Glastonbury, stop in Widecombe-in-the-Moor, and in Plymouth, see where the Pilgrim Fathers embarked on their monumental journey in 1620. Also see St. Michael’s Mount and Land’s End on the way to the seaside town of St. Ives. Experience mysterious Stonehenge, overnight in Brighton, and take a break in Royal Tunbridge Wells before returning to London for the finale of your awesome adventure.

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This vacation offers our most complete view of the British Isles. In England, your tour includes visits to London, Canterbury, the seaside resort of Brighton, mysterious Stonehenge, historic Plymouth, and Roman Bath. See the Welsh capital of Cardiff and then take a ferry to picturesque Ireland for visits to the Waterford Crystal Factory, Blarney, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, the Giant’s Causeway, Belfast, and Dublin. Then it’s back across the Irish Sea and through North Wales to the walled city of Chester in England. Travel north to see the highlights of Scotland, including the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond, the Isle of Skye, Inverewe Gardens, Inverness, pretty Braemar, and elegant Edinburgh. Back in England, you have time to experience the towns of York and Stratford-upon-Avon before visiting Blenheim Palace on your way back to London. This in-depth tour through Britain and Ireland is sure to leave you with vacation memories to last a lifetime!

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