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8-Day UK and Ireland Tour Package: Dublin | Cambridge | York | Durham | Edinburgh | Belfast

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Product Code: 482032

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    Admission to Urquhart castle
    Boat: on the Loch Ness
    Breakfasts buffet
    • City tour in: LONDON, EDINBURGH, DUBLIN
    • Evening transfer: Soho in London
    • Ferry: Scotland - Ireland
    • London Airport pick-up service
Tour Code
482032
Duration
8 day
Departure City
London
End City
Dublin
Language
English

Itinerary

Day 01
London

London

Hotel: BEST WESTERN CHISWICK PALACE / HAMPTON BY HILTON CANTERBURY / NOVOTEL LONDON WEST / HOLIDAY INN BRENTFORD LOCK / JURYS INN LONDON CROYDON / HELLENIC BY SABA or similar

Welcome to Europe!!!



Upon arriving at the airport, we will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details of the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Note: All mentioned hotels below are for your reference only, you might also check-in other same-level hotels.

Day 02
London

London

Hotel: BEST WESTERN CHISWICK PALACE / HAMPTON BY HILTON CANTERBURY / NOVOTEL LONDON WEST / HOLIDAY INN BRENTFORD LOCK / JURYS INN LONDON CROYDON / HELLENIC BY SABA or similar

In the morning we include a panoramic tour of London: Westminster, the Parliament, the City, the Thames. Free time in the afternoon. Optionally, we offer you the possibility to visit the valley of the River Thames, together with the village of Windsor and its imposing castle. In the evening, we´ll meet at a meeting point in Piccadilly for a walk through Leicester Square, China Town and Soho, with its atmosphere, theatres and entertainment (this transfer can also be made the day before after arrival in London). Return to the hotel after that by coach.

Visiting Attractions

  • Houses of Parliament Houses of Parliament
  • Westminster Abbey Westminster Abbey
Day 03
York, England

London - Cambridge - York - Durham

Hotel: MARRIOTT METROCENTRE NEWCASTLE / MARRIOTT ROYAL COUNTY / RADISSON BLU DURHAM / THE KINGSLODGE INN or similar

Total distance covered: 480 km.

Scenery: Picturesque countryside with hills and woods.

07:30 hrs - London –Departure-. We cross the city and travel towards the north of England. Attractive countryside in the English countryside.

10:00 hrs - Cambridge –Arrival-. We have time to admire the beautiful main colleges and have lunch.

12:30 hrs - Cambridge –Departure-. We continue our journey towards the north, with views over agricultural fields and Sherwood Forest, former home of the legendary Robin Hood.

15:30 hrs - York –Arrival-. Passing along the walls that date to Roman times, we walk towards the cathedral. Time to stroll around its lively shopping streets.

17:30 hrs - York -Departure- We continue our journey northwards.

19:30 hrs - Durham –Arrival-. Impressive medieval city. Time to stroll around its cobbled streets in the centre and to discover its cathedral and castle, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Accommodation.

【The itinerary departing after April 1, 2025】

Scenery: Picturesque countryside with hills and woods.

07:30 a.m. - Departure from London. We'll head north, traveling through the English countryside.

10:00 a.m. - Cambridge. You'll have time to admire the beautiful colleges.

12:00 p.m. - Departure from Cambridge. We'll continue north, passing through agricultural fields and the legendary Sherwood Forest, former home of Robin Hood. We'll stop at a service area for lunch.

03:30 p.m. - York. We'll see the ancient Roman walls and walk towards the cathedral. You'll have time to explore the lively shopping streets.

05:30 p.m. - Departure from York. We'll resume our journey north.

07:30 p.m. - Durham. This impressive medieval city invites you to stroll its cobbled streets and discover its cathedral and castle, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Accommodation.

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Cambridge University Cambridge University
Day 04
Edinburgh

Durham - Alnwick - Edinburgh

Hotel: MOXY EDINBURGH FOUNTAINBRIDGE / HOLIDAY INN EDIMBURGO ZOO / MERCURE EDINBURGH HAYMARKET or similar

Today we will travel to Scotland, stopping in ALNWICK, a picturesque town with lovely gardens and a large medieval castle which was used in the Harry Potter films. We will continue to EDINBURGH, arriving in the afternoon. This is Scotland's capital city and one of the most active cities in Northern Europe. Its monumental center has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its castle overlooks the city's steep streets and parks. We will enjoy a sightseeing tour with a local guide.

Visiting Attractions

  • Alnwick Castle Alnwick Castle
Day 05
Fort Augustus

Edinburgh - Pitlochry -Inverness - Loch Ness - Glasgow

Hotel: MOXY GLASGOW MERCHANT CITY / HOLIDAY INN STIRLING / PREMIER INN GLASGOW SOUTH / RADISSON RED GASGOW / PREMIER INN STERLING SOUTH / MOXY GLASGOW SEC or similar

We continue to enjoy the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands with a coffee and stroll in PITLOCHRY, a charming little village. We will continue and pass by Inverness in the north of Scotland, a city located very near the mysterious LOCH NESS. After lunch we visit (entrance included) the URQUHART medieval castle, from here we will take a boat trip on the dark waters of the lake. Afterwards, we will pass through FORT AUGUST with its sluice gate system and FORT WILLIAM, the tourist center at the foot of Ben Nevis (the highest summit in the United Kingdom). We will return south through the high plateaus where it is possible to glimpse the snow before visiting Loch Lomond, one of the most popular lakes in Scotland. We arrive in GLASGOW at the end of the day. Short stroll around the city center and accommodation.



【IMPORTANT NOTE】

Groups arriving in Edinburgh from November 15 until the end of February, due to the short duration of the days and frequent snow problems on the roads, will have the following stage:

Departure from Edinburgh to PITLOCHRY, a picturesque city in the center of the Scottish region, where the majority of whiskey is produced. We will visit a traditional whiskey distillery in the area (entrance included). We continue towards STIRLING, with an impressive historic center dominated by the great castle, one of the most important in Scotland having witnessed numerous historical events, including not only historical battles, but also the coronation of several of its kings. Reservation and tickets included. Time for lunch. After that we will make a stop to photograph The Kelpies, enormous sculptures of two horses with water heads from Scottish mythology. We continue to GLASGOW, time to walk through the city center and accommodation.

Visiting Attractions

  • Ben Nevis Ben Nevis
  • Loch Ness Loch Ness
  • Urquhart Castle Urquhart Castle
  • Loch Lomond Loch Lomond
Day 06
Dublin

Glasgow - Belfast - Dublin

Hotel: MALDRON PARNELL SQUARE / HILTON GARDEN INN DUBLIN CITY CENTRE / CLAYTON BURLINGTON ROAD / HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS DUBLIN CITY CENTRE / AC MARRIOTT BELFAST / THE GIBSON HOTEL or similar

Today we will leave Glasgow heading towards southern Scotland. We will board a ferry in Cairnryan. Our journey takes us towards Northern Ireland, arriving in BELFAST, Northern Ireland's capital city. This monumental city is overcoming its religious conflicts. We will resume our journey to EIRE in Ireland. Last stop will be DUBLIN, arriving at the end of the day.

Day 07
Dublin

Dublin

Hotel: MALDRON PARNELL SQUARE / HILTON GARDEN INN DUBLIN CITY CENTRE / CLAYTON BURLINGTON ROAD / HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS DUBLIN CITY CENTRE / AC MARRIOTT BELFAST / THE GIBSON HOTEL or similar

We start the day with a sightseeing tour of DUBLIN, Ireland's peaceful capital city. We will enjoy a stroll on the banks of River Liffey, visiting its parks, old university and its lively downtown streets. We will stroll around Trinity College (depending on the duration of sunlight, this visit may take place the afternoon before, upon arrival in Dublin). Free time in the afternoon.

Visiting Attractions

  • Trinity College Dublin Trinity College Dublin
Day 08
Dublin

Dublin

After breakfast, end of our services.



Airport drop-off is not included in the display price. If you would like to arrange drop-off on the last day of the tour, please contact our customer service center for a quote.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

Please note that for tours with airport pick-up service, the waiting time for pick-up is up to 1 hour after flight arrival.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

  • General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.
  • Includes arrival transfer
  • City tour in: LONDON, EDINBURGH, DUBLIN
  • Boat: on the Loch Ness
  • Evening transfer: Soho in London
  • Ticket admission: Urquhart Castle
  • Ferry: Scotland - Ireland

Package Excludes

    • Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
    • Airport drop-off at the end of the tour
    • All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
    • Entrance fees & optional tours (Prices vary from season to season; only the price at the ticket booth / box office is final)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 03 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 04 - 12 Days Prior to Departure Date - 75% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 13 - 32 Days Prior to Departure Date - 90% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 33 or More Days - 95% of total purchase amount can be refunded
Please Note:
• Cancellations made within 30 days (inclusive) before departure will incur an additional handling fee of $30 per order. 
• Once the traveler's information (such as name, passport number, date of birth, etc.) is submitted with the booking, any modifications will be treated as a cancellation and will be subject to the [cancellation policy] 
• If the itinerary involves special tickets/high-speed train tickets/boat tickets/cruise tickets/train tickets and other unique resources, please contact customer service after placing the order to provide a clear photo of the passport's information page, as these special resources are non-refundable once booked!  
• If the tour includes airport pickup service, please notify us of any changes to your flight at least 72 hours before departure. Changes or cancellations to the pickup service within 72 hours of departure cannot be accommodated 

Special Notes

    • Airport pick-up details will be confirmed after placing a booking. We strongly recommend booking your flight after the tour has been confirmed.
    • Alternatively, you may join the tour at the hotel on Day 1.
    • The tour leader will not be present during evening transfers to commercial districts in major cities. These transfers are included in your package, and give you the opportunity to dine in restaurants that cater to your dietary preferences, as well as the chance to explore the city further. You will be given about an hour of free time, after which the driver will take you back to the hotel for the evening. Please note that the driver may not be able to offer suggestions on where to find vegetarian or ethnic meals.
    • Each passenger is allowed a maximum of 30 kg for luggage. The local operator may refuse to accept excessively bulky luggage.
    • Please bring all valuable items with you at all times. Do not leave valuable items on the bus or at the hotel, attraction, or restaurant. Tours4Fun, local operators, drivers, and tour guides are not responsible for any loss or theft at any location.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
  • If at any point you were to suffer a delay arriving to the meeting point (held during customs check, loss of luggage, etc.), missing a connecting flight or your flight number was changed, you must urgently contact the transfer agent or the emergency phone number that you can find on your travel voucher. In case you failed to notify this information, the transfer agent, after waiting for 1 hour, in the case of airports and 30 minutes in the case of train stations, would leave and you would lose any right to the transfer service. In case you have also requested a departure transfer, please verify with your guide the schedule for our pick-up time on the day of your flight.
  • Please provide your arrival flight information or pickup details at least 7 days prior to the departure date. If you don't provide the information in advance, you will be responsible for failing to arrange the arrival pickup.
  • For tours that include meals, please inform us in advance if any guests have food allergies. Requests for vegetarian meals must be made in advance and are subject to availability, with no guarantee.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Adult: 16 and older
* Children under 3 years of age are entitled to a discount of 80% of the double room rate(with a minimum of one adult per child).
* Children from 3 to 8 years of age are entitled to a discount of 40% of the double room rate(with a minimum of one adult per child).
* Children from 9 to 15 years of age are entitled to a 10% discount of the double room rate on the value of the trip.
* Traveler over 65 years of age: 5% discount of the double room rate on the value of the trip.
* Prices for Single Occupancy apply when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Prices for Double/Triple Occupancy apply when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room since each room is equipped with 2 beds. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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