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Itinerary for Best of UK & Ireland Tour ? Expat Explore

Start Point:

Outside Hotel Novotel at Greenwich station, 173-185 Greenwich High Road, London, SE10 8JA 06:30 hrs Hotel lobby at Holiday Inn Express, Greenwich, 85 Bugsby Way, Greenwich, London, SE10 0GD 07:00 hrs

End Point:

Outside Hotel Novotel at Greenwich station, 173-185 Greenwich High Road, London, SE10 8JA 17:30 hrs ? 20:30 hrs

DAY 1: London - Stonehenge - Bath - Cardiff

Welcome to your tour of the UK and Ireland! Departing from London, we make our way to Stonehenge. Here, you have the option to explore the ancient archaeological wonder that has stood for thousands of years in the countryside of south-west England. Ponder the mysteries of this ancient site for yourself and learn about the history of the area. Next stop is the beautiful and

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historic city of Bath, where your tour leader will show you the main sights including the famous Roman baths built here during the reign of the Empire. Heading into nearby Wales we arrive in the capital, Cardiff, where we'll have a drive around the city before heading to the hotel for the night.

Experiences

Bath: Orientation tour through this beautiful town, famous for its sandstone Georgian architecture and Roman Bathhouse.

Visit Cardiff - we continue on to the Welsh capital where your tour leader will take you on a drive through the city, showing you the sights, before checking-in to your hotel for the night.

Included Meals

Accommodation

Breakfast: Lunch:

Dinner:

Park Inn by Radisson Cardiff City Centre Cardiff North Hotel by Accor

Optional Excursions

Roman Baths: 20 Stonehenge: ? 19

* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.

DAY 2: Stratford-upon-Avon - Liverpool

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After breakfast, we make for Stratford-upon-Avon, the hometown of William Shakespeare! A market town with more than 800 years of history. Then we're off North, to Liverpool! This famous British port city has a rich history and culture. Football fans will be delighted to be in the home city of Liverpool and Everton football clubs, while music fans will be enthralled to be in the home of The Beatles. Spot the famous sites with our driving tour of the city, and explore the city yourself during your free time this evening. Why not head to Mathew Street, home to the world-famous `Cavern Club', where The Beatles first made their mark on modern music?

Experiences

Cotswolds: Enjoy the beautiful views of rolling hills and grassland, villages and stately country manors as we drive through the Cotswolds AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). The Cotswolds are famous for the honey yellow limestone quarried here, and used from the simplest cottages to the grandest stately homes.

Visit Stratford-Upon-Avon: Visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare. You will have free time to wander the city and visit some of the Shakespearean attractions, such as the historic 16th-Century house where he grew up.

Liverpool driving tour: Take a driving tour and see some of the city's highlights including the Albert Dock and a variety of locations connected to The Beatles.

Included Meals

Accommodation

Breakfast: Lunch:

Dinner:

Ibis Liverpool Centre Albert Dock Hotel

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Optional Excursions

Shakespeare's House: ? 17 The Beatles Story & Museum: ? 17.50

* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.

DAY 3: Liverpool - Dublin

Today, we catch the ferry across the Irish Sea to Dublin! Before we reach the ferry we'll make a stop at the village with the longest name in Europe (Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch). Then it's onto Dublin - once we arrive from the ferry we'll take a driving tour of the city, and spot a few of the city's more famous highlights. Afterwards, enjoy some free time in this 1,000-year-old city. From the city's Viking past, its medieval castles and its cathedrals. Explore its many museums that illustrate some of the city's more turbulent episodes, Dublin is big enough to keep you entertained but small enough to get across town in no time at all.

Experiences

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Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch: Photo stop at the village with the longest name in Europe - see if you can capture the whole name in a photo!

Dublin driving tour: Enjoy a driving tour of this vibrant capital city. Tomorrow you will have a full free day, so keep a note of all the sights that you want to explore further, such as St Patrick's Cathedral, the General Post Office building and the many bridges over the River Liffey.

Included Meals

Accommodation

Breakfast: Lunch:

Dinner:

Lucan Spa Hotel Dublin

DAY 4: Dublin: Free Day

Enjoy a free day in the city of Dublin! The Discover Dublin optional excursion includes a visit to the iconic Guinness Storehouse to see how this famous dark beer is made! This excursion will take you back in time as you discover the most famous people and events in Irish history. Or, explore the city yourself and visit the National Museums of Ireland, walk along the South Wall and visit the city's most famous park, St Stephen's Green. Be sure to try out the many pubs and eateries. Tonight, there's also the option to visit an Irish themed dinner and show for a taste of traditional Irish music! Definitely not to be missed - check our Optional Excursions list for more information.

Included Meals

Accommodation

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Breakfast: Lunch:

Dinner:

Lucan Spa Hotel Dublin

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Optional Excursions

Irish Music Evening: 55 Discover Dublin: 50

* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.

DAY 5: Waterford - Blarney Castle - Killarney area

Leaving Dublin behind us, we travel onward to Waterford, the oldest city in Ireland! Founded by Vikings in 914, Waterford has a fascinating history and rich maritime tradition and is also famous for its cut crystal glass. Following our stop here, we'll travel to the famous Blarney Castle for an included visit, where you can kiss the Blarney Stone and hopefully gain the `gift of the gab.' Built nearly 600 years ago by one of Ireland's most famous chieftains, Blarney Castle is one of Ireland's most famous attractions. As we depart Blarney, we leave County Cork behind us and enter into County Kerry, and make our way towards our hotel for this evening.

Experiences

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Waterford: The oldest city in Ireland, you'll feel the atmosphere of medieval Ireland here like nowhere else!

Blarney Castle: Kiss the famous Blarney Stone and you might gain the `gift of the gab'!

Included Meals

Accommodation

Breakfast: Lunch:

Dinner:

Manor West Hotel & Leisure Club

Earl Of Desmond Hotel Tralee

Holiday Inn Killarney

DAY 6: Kerry Region: Free Day

Enjoy a free day in the Kerry region. There are incredible trails to hike, as well as amazing golf courses and beautiful churches to visit. Alternatively, join our optional excursion as we drive along the incredible Ring of Kerry. This famous circular tourist route is also known as Iveragh Peninsula. It is home to the most breathtaking coastal views and emerald-green pastures. Enjoy visits to charming villages such as Kerry Bog Village. Take the opportunity to explore the shops and cute caf?s in the area. Sit back and enjoy the scenery of Killarney National Park from a jaunting (carriage) ride. Then end the day with some free time in Killarney town. Experience this iconic route to the fullest on this excursion!

Included Meals

Accommodation

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Breakfast: Lunch:

Dinner:

Manor West Hotel & Leisure Club Earl Of Desmond Hotel Tralee Holiday Inn Killarney

Optional Excursions

Ring of Kerry day trip: 40

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* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.

DAY 7: Adare - Limerick - Cliffs of Moher - Galway Ballina

Today's another day for epic Irish scenery! Making our way up the `Wild Atlantic Way'. First stop is Adare, often called Ireland's prettiest village. Then, travel on through the county of Limerick and make our way to the iconic Cliffs of Moher. These incredible cliffs rise over 200 metres from the frothing ocean below, and the views on a clear day are absolutely breathtaking. Next stop, Galway, a bright, bohemian city renowned for its oysters, its live music venues, cafes, weekend parties and contemporary vibe. Explore the city for yourself during your free time and experience all the charms that Galway has to offer before we travel north to our hotel where we spend the night.

Experiences

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