English History and Academia
Stroll along London's River Thames and through Soho, and visit the university city of Cambridge and York Minster, steeped in medieval charm.
England, Scotland & Ireland Private Small Group Tour · 8 Days 7 Nights
8D7N private tour in Scotland, Ireland, and England
London · Cambridge · York · Durham · Edinburgh · Loch Ness · Glasgow · Belfast · Dublin
8 days and 7 nightsStarts in London, ends in Dublin
Starting from HK$26,780 per personPrice based on a group of 4 people
English-speaking driver/guideComprehensive guided tour service provided throughout the trip
Premium multi-country experiencePrivate vehicle and Irish Sea ferry included
Private small group tour price reference
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From HK$26,780 per person
- Minimum number of participants required to form a group
- 4 people
- Price terms
- Price based on a group of 4 people
Prices for private tours are subject to change based on departure date, number of travelers, room type, and availability. The final price will be confirmed by Travel Mama.
UK & IRELAND GRAND TOUR
Explore the British Isles in depth and take in the magnificent landscapes of England, Scotland and Ireland
This 8-day, 7-night British Isles private small group tour is a seamlessly connected journey through history and nature, tailor-made for you! Setting off from bustling London, you pass through the university city of Cambridge and the medieval city of York, then head north to Edinburgh, Scotland's capital. The itinerary specially includes a search for the mysterious legend of Loch Ness and a ferry crossing over the Irish Sea, before finally reaching Northern Ireland and Dublin, capital of the Republic of Ireland. Throughout, your dedicated English-speaking driver-guide drives you in a private wagon, so you can enjoy the unique charm of the British Isles without a care.
London Cambridge/York Edinburgh Loch Ness Belfast Dublin
Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness
Visit Edinburgh's World Heritage old town and Alnwick Castle, a Harry Potter filming location, and enjoy a cruise on mysterious Loch Ness.
Cross-sea ferries and Irish charm
Cross the Irish Sea by ferry, tour Belfast, capital of Northern Ireland, and soak up Dublin's rich literary and artistic atmosphere.
Included
- Minimum group size is 4 people.
- Travel with an English-speaking driver-guide
- Private transfers to and from the airport and stations (Wagon)
- 7 nights' hotel accommodation (London, Durham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dublin)
- Daily Breakfast
- Experiences: Loch Ness boat trip, evening transfer for London's Soho
- Admission and transport: Urquhart Castle admission, Scotland-to-Ireland ferry fare
- Basic travel insurance
Exclusions
- Baggage handling fees at the airport, train station, and hotels
- Airport and train station escort service.
- Meals: Lunch and Dinner
- Tips
- Round-trip airfare
- Any other expenses not mentioned.
8-DAY ITINERARY
8-day, 7-night suggested itinerary
Actual transportation arrangements and tour times may be adjusted according to the departure date, local operating conditions, and traffic conditions.
Day 1
Arrival in London
Welcome to the UK! Your holiday begins at the airport, where you'll meet your driver in the arrivals hall before a private transfer to your hotel. Get ready for the exciting 8-day British Isles journey ahead.
Day 2
London Landmarks and an Evening in Soho
Guided tour of London’s icons: Westminster, Parliament, Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace (Changing of the Guard seasonal). Evening visit to Soho and Chinatown.
Day 3
London → Cambridge → York → Durham
Depart for Cambridge to admire the historic colleges. Continue to York to explore the Minster and Roman walls before arriving in medieval Durham.
Day 4
Durham → Alnwick → Edinburgh
Visit Alnwick, famous for its castle featured in Harry Potter. Arrive in Edinburgh for a guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage city.
Day 5
Edinburgh → Loch Ness → Fort Augustus → Glasgow
Drive through the Highlands. Visit Urquhart Castle and enjoy a boat cruise on Loch Ness. Pass through Fort William and Loch Lomond to reach Glasgow.
Day 6
Glasgow → Ferry Crossing → Belfast → Dublin
Take the ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast for a city tour. Continue south to reach Dublin, the capital of Ireland.
Day 7
Dublin City Highlights Tour
Explore Dublin’s highlights: River Liffey, Trinity College, and historic city streets. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the local atmosphere.
Day 8
Departure from Dublin → Airport Transfer
After breakfast, meet your driver in the hotel lobby for a private transfer to the airport, concluding your memorable British and Irish journey.
Stay in the UK & Ireland
Hotel Options
We will select comfortable and high-quality star-rated accommodations for you throughout your stay. The final choice of hotel is subject to availability.
ENGLAND
London, Durham
- London (2 nights): HOLIDAY INN BRENTFORD LOCK (3★) or similar
- Durham (1 night): RADISSON BLU DURHAM (4★) or similar
SCOTLAND
Edinburgh, Glasgow
- Edinburgh (1 night): MERCURE EDINBURGH HAYMARKET (4★) or similar
- Glasgow (1 night): MOXY GLASGOW SEC (3★) or similar
IRELAND
Dublin
- Dublin (2 nights): ACADEMY PLAZA (3★) or similar
Important Notes
- Once confirmed, bookings are strictly non-refundable and unchangeable. Confirmation will be sent within 3 working days.
- Guests must hold a valid passport and entry visa that are valid for at least 6 months from the date of return to Hong Kong. Our company is not responsible for any problems arising from guests' personal documents.
- The itinerary for this series is fixed and cannot be modified.
- Package code : KEM – 28715。
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Day 1
Arrival in London
Welcome to the UK! Your holiday begins at the airport: meet your driver in the arrivals hall, then take a private transfer to your hotel.
Welcome to the UK! Your holiday begins at the airport: meet your driver in the arrivals hall, then take a private transfer to your hotel.
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Day 2
LONDON
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Visit London. Evening transfer.Get to know London on a guided tour featuring style, culture and history. See Westminster, the Houses of Parliament, the River Thames, the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace, where we shall be able to watch the famous “Changing of the Guard” (depending on the season). Free afternoon. In the evening, we will meet at a a meeting point in Piccadilly to walk to Leicester Square, China Town and Soho with its amazing atmosphere, its theatres and bustle . Return to the hotel from Piccadilly.
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Day 3
LONDON -> CAMBRIDGE -> YORKthermometer -> DURHAM
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Picturesque countryside with hills and woods. We start the day leaving London towards northern England. Our first stop is CAMBRIDGE to admire its beautiful residential colleges. After lunch, we will continue to YORK where its cathedral, Roman walls and lively shopping streets will create a charming memory, some free time to stroll around. Afterwards, we will continue north to DURHAM. Explore this charming medieval town full of life which has a wonderful cathedral right in front of the castle.
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Day 4
DURHAM -> ALNWICK -> EDINBURGH
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Cross into Scotland. Castles, views over the sea. Sightseeing of Edinburgh. 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 at noon. 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.
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Day 5
EDINBURGH -> INVERNESS -> LOCH NESS -> FORT AUGUSTUS -> GLASGOW
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Magnificent countryside of high mountains and lakes. Boat trip. Loch Ness. 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 AUGUSTUS 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.
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Day 6
Glasgow -> Belfast -> Dublin
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Ferryboat to Ireland. 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.
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Day 7
DUBLIN
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Sightseeing tour of Dublin. 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 on the afternoon of arrival in Dublin). Free time during the afternoon.
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Day 8
DUBLIN
After breakfast, meet your driver in the hotel lobby for a private transfer to the airport.
