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Visit UK (England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland) and Ireland in this 14 day tour. From bustling cities to charming countryside, journey to medieval castles, breath-taking natural attractions, UNESCO cultural sites, monuments and world-renowned Stonehenge and Oxford University.
Itinerary at a glance
Our Britain and Ireland vacation begins as we board our flight bound for London, the capital city of England.
Upon arrival, our sightseeing tour starts with a visit to Windsor Castle*, one of the oldest continuously inhabited royal residence in the world and the weekend home of Queen Elizabeth. Later, transfer into London, the rest of the day is free at leisure.
Included: Lunch
This morning we visit the Tower of London*. Founded nearly a millennium ago and expanded upon over the centuries since, Tower of London has been a fortress, a royal residence and state prison. Later on, a panoramic drive shows us the city including the Parliament Building, Big Ben, and Trafalgar Square. To top off our day, enjoy photo stops at two of London’s most recognized monuments – Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Then the rest of the day is at leisure. Time to shop or visit the spectacular British Museum, which boasts the largest and most comprehensive collection of the world.
Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to the mighty ancient monoliths of Stonehenge*. Then we continue on to Bath, an ancient town famous for its hot springs. In our orientation tour of Bath, we’ll view the Georgian Architecture, the Abby, Pulteney Bridge, Royal Crescent, Queen Square, and visit the amazing Roman Baths*. We stay overnight and dinner at the Welsh capital, Cardiff.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After city tour of Cardiff viewing the Cardiff Castle*, we travel to Fishguard for a ferry* across the St. George’s Channel to Rosslare in Ireland. Travelers may have lunch at Fishguard Port or onboard the ferry. Landing in Ireland, we drive to Waterford for overnight accommodation and dinner.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel
After an orientation tour of Waterford, motor coach drives us to Killarney. Beautifully set on the world famous lakes of Killarney, Killarney is designated as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO and Killarney National Park* definitely is the highlight of today’s sightseeing. The exciting jaunting car ride* will take us to explore the park.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Depart hotel to Limerick. Upon arrival, a walking tour shows us the King John’s Castle, St Mary’s Cathedral, and the River Shannon. We then drive to view the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher* towering above the Atlantic. Later a scenic drive leads us to Athlone for dinner and overnight stay.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel
After breakfast, we depart Athlone to Dublin. One of the literary capitals of the world and designated UNESCO City of Literature in 2010, Dublin’s literary tradition dates back over a thousand years when monks would transcribe the bible into beautiful manuscripts. The best surviving example of which, The Book of Kells dating from 800 AD, is on show at Trinity College*. Fortunately we will have an opportunity to view the priceless book. Tonight, we enjoy dinner at hotel.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel
After breakfast at hotel we depart Dublin for Giant's Causeway* via Londonderry, the second largest city in Northern Ireland. After city tour and lunch at Londonderry, we continue on for a visit to the Giant's Causeway, giant basalt columns rising from the sea, a spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later, we drive to Belfast, the capital of and largest city in Northern Ireland.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel
Today our journey starts with a half day city tour of Belfast, then check-in at Belfast port for ferry* crossing to Scotland. Lunch is under your own arrangement onboard ferry. Upon arrival at Cairnryan, a small Scottish village notable for its two modern ferry terminals connecting Scotland to Northern Ireland, we immediately transfer to Scotland’s elegant and beautiful capital city, Edinburgh, with a stop at the National Monument of Scotland.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel
This morning we visit Edinburgh Castle* and see historical sites along the Princes Street on our sightseeing tour. Afterwards we continue into the Lake District of England. Breathtaking scenery enthralls us as we have a boat trip* on the lake. Overnight stay at Lake District and enjoy dinner at hotel.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel
Depart Lake District to the ancient walled city, York, for city orientation. We walk through narrow medieval streets and view wealth of historic attractions inside the city walls, of which York Minster* is the most prominent. Our last stop today is Stratford-upon-Avon, where we stay for overnight accommodation.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Our sightseeing tour of Stratford-upon-Avon this morning features visits to Shakespeare’s Birthplace* and Ann Hathaway’s Cottage*. Then we depart to Oxford, home of the University of Oxford, the oldest university in the English-speaking world. A walking tour to show us the city and colleges begins upon our arrival. Dinner in Oxford and then travel back to London.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
★★★★ Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel or Similar
Bid farewell to Britain as we transfer to airport for the international homebound flight to America.
Included: Breakfast
Excellent bilingual (English & Chinese speaking) tour manager throughout the tour in Europe.
Sightseeing with specialist local guides in selected cities.
British, Irish or buffet breakfasts daily at hotels.
Lunches or dinners included as specified in the itinerary.
Admission fees for sightseeing attractions as denoted by an asterisk* in tour itinerary:
England - Windsor Castle, Tower of London, Stonehenge, Roman Baths, Cruise on Windermere Lake, York Minster, Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Ann Hathaway’s Cottage.
Wales - Cardiff Castle.
Ireland - Jaunting Car Ride & Killarney National Park, Cliffs of Moher, Dublin Trinity College.
Northern Ireland - Giant’s Causeway.
Scotland - Edinburgh Castle.
Various transportation used for the unforgettable trip:
- Ferry crossing St. George’s Channel from Wales to Ireland.
- Ferry crossing North Channel from Northern Ireland to Scotland.
- Jaunting car ride exploring the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Killarney National Park.
- Cruise on Windermere Lake in England’s Lake District.
Airport group transfers in Europe on arrival (London) and departure (London). (Land+Air Packages only).
Group identification badge, luggage tag and document holder provided for your convenience and easy recognition.
Create your ideal getaway with the following upgrade options. Extensions and upgrades can be added during the booking process or speak to one of our travel advisors to tailor your perfect trip.
Treat yourself to the most sought-after seats on our coaches — those in the first two or three rows. We assign 10 seats in the front rows on a first-come, first-served basis subject to availability. To pre-book these seats for less than $10 per day, select the front of coach seating option online in your Peony Tours account.
Airfares included in the advertised Land + Air Package prices are from , including fuel surcharge and taxes/fees, not including any baggage fees or seat assignment fees.
Departures from other gateway cities, please add appropriate U.S. domestic add-on fares. For time zone of your gateway city, please call Peony Tours.
*Fares are subject to availability; for detailed gateway fares please view our dates & pricing
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Nestled along the River Thames, The Tower Hotel, London, brings you into the midst of some of London’s most iconic landmarks and famous locations, including the Tower of London, the Shard and more.
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Hilton Cardiff is located in the heart of the city, directly opposite Cardiff Castle. We’re minutes from St David's shopping center, a 10 minute walk from the Millennium Stadium and a short drive away from Cardiff Bay. Step inside the hotel and you’ll find beautifully styled guest rooms, fantastic dining options and a host of amenities for work, rest and recreation — everything you need for a fantastic stay in the Welsh capital.
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Set in a stunning woodland location with fabulous views over the Suir estuary in County Waterford, Faithlegg is a beautifully restored 18th Century mansion at its heart. Situated just 6 miles from Waterford, it’s a charming destination for a leisure break.
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The Brehon is a luxurious hotel of unique grace and elegance set amidst Killarney’s breathtaking landscape. Each guestroom reflects a contemporary blend of beauty, style and space. The Brehon also offers visitors a chance to relax and unwind in the Angsana Spa.
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In Athlone's lively centre, this Sheraton Hotel has a 20 m pool, a luxury spa, free internet and free parking. Guests have spacious rooms and a stylish restaurant, 1 hours’ drive from Dublin.
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Located in the heart of the docklands, opposite Bord Gais Energy Theatre, our hotel is walking distance from Dublin city centre shopping and iconic venues including The CCD, 3Arena, Croke Park and Aviva Stadium.
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The world famous Europa Hotel in Belfast is located in the heart of Belfast City Centre, a short distance from many of Belfast’s top visitor attractions including the Ulster Museum, Grand Opera House, etc. The elegant decor, contemporary bistro, bustling bar and relaxing piano bar lounge make the Europa Hotel the hotel of choice for business and leisure guests visiting Belfast.
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A gateway to the beautiful Lake District. The luxurious North Lakes Hotel & Spa is located in the historic market town of Penrith, Cumbria, and offers modern comfort and relaxation. We provide a variety of services and facilities to make your visit to the hotel unforgettable.
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The Mercure Shakespeare Hotel sits in the heart of historic Stratford-Upon-Avon. Just a short stroll away from Shakespeare's birthplace, the RSC theatres and local shopping, this hotel is convenient for those looking to explore and relax. All the rooms are furnished with cosy yet modern décor.
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Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel welcomes you with spacious accommodation, modern amenities and an exceptional location. You'll find our hotel on the outskirts of Heathrow Airport, just a short distance from nearby attractions and within easy reach of Central London. Contemporary rooms offer deluxe bedding, free Wi-Fi access, 24-hour room service and stunning views of the airport runway from soundproof windows.
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Our tour guide Mr. Eddie Chen is excellent. He's very knowledgeable about the countries we visited and shared the country's history with us. He made good arrangement and let us know about the daily schedule clearly. I would like to thank Eddie for a very comfortable and pleasant trip!same as above
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Nice trip, especially the professional guide!
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Eddie really made sure our trip ran smoothly and pleasantly for everyone on the tour. His extensive knowledge, positive attitude, thoughtful attention to detail, and advance notice of what was coming up made sure that everyone was well-prepared and comfortable at each leg of our journey.
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very good and helpful
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導遊知䛊豐富，詳細解說各地風土人情，旅館舒適風景優美，吃得開心玩得滿意，我們又報名參加了西班牙萄牙之旅，這是我們㐧五次參加名人假期，謝謝名人，謝謝導遊。英國愛爾蘭蘇格蘭之旅讓我們學習許多，愛爾蘭的食物也非常好吃。有機會願意再去一次
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Food at the restaurant at Killarney for dinner on 9/7/2016 was excellent and unforgetable.
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Very good trip, nice Mr. Eddie who has a very good service. I am very enjoy thus trip. So, I will keep join Peony Tours?No commments, every thing is fine.
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