16-Day England & Southern Ireland Stay & Explore Tour Itinerary

Experience the best of England and Ireland with our Stay & Explore travel style, combining the comfort of a central base with immersive sightseeing. Delve into historic cities, iconic landmarks, and stunning natural beauty, all while enjoying the ease of staying in one location without constant packing and unpacking.

DAY 1, Tuesday – Depart for England

Begin your adventure as you depart for England.

DAY 2, Wednesday – Arrive in London, Transfer to Oxford

Arrive in London and transfer to your hotel in Oxford, the prestigious university town. For smooth connections, we recommend flights arriving no later than 12:30 PM. Your day concludes with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at 6 PM.
Overnight: Oxford

DAY 3, Thursday – Oxford Walking Tour, Christ Church, Punting Tour

Explore Oxford’s historic streets on a walking tour. Marvel at the ivy-clad colleges and world-renowned architecture. Visit Christ Church College, famous from the Harry Potter films and designed by Christopher Wren. Continue with a relaxing punting tour along the River Cherwell, gliding past the iconic spires and lush gardens. The rest of the day is free for independent exploration.
Overnight: Oxford
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4, Friday – Stratford-upon-Avon & Blenheim Palace

Journey to Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of William Shakespeare. Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace and view Anne Hathaway’s Cottage. Continue to Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill, and admire its magnificent 18th-century Baroque architecture and rich history.
Overnight: Oxford
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5, Saturday – Full Day in Oxford or Optional Half-Day Bletchley Park

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Oxford or join the optional Half-Day Bletchley Park tour. Discover the iconic estate that was the Allied codebreaking center during World War II and learn how intelligence here influenced modern technology.
Overnight: Oxford
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6, Sunday – Stonehenge & Bath

Visit Stonehenge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, whose first stones were placed 5,000 years ago. Then explore Bath, founded by the Romans, and admire the Georgian architecture of the Royal Crescent and Pulteney Bridge. Step inside the preserved Roman Baths, over 2,000 years old. Return to Oxford in the evening.
Overnight: Oxford
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7, Monday – Full Day in Oxford or Optional Windsor Castle

Spend the day discovering Oxford on your own or join the optional Windsor Castle tour. Visit the State Apartments, Queen’s Drawing Room, and St George’s Chapel, where many British monarchs are interred. Return to Oxford in the afternoon.
Overnight: Oxford
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8, Tuesday – Full Day in Oxford or Optional Sudeley Castle & Cotswolds

Spend a leisurely day in Oxford or join the optional Sudeley Castle & Cotswolds tour. Explore a 15th-century castle with royal art collections and award-winning gardens, then enjoy free time in a charming Cotswold town. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner with your Tour Manager.
Overnight: Oxford
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 9, Wednesday – Flight to Dublin

Transfer to Heathrow Airport for your flight to Dublin, the vibrant capital on the Liffey River. After arrival, transfer to your hotel and spend the day at leisure. Join an evening orientation meeting at 6 PM.
Overnight: Dublin
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 10, Thursday – Dublin City Tour, Guinness Storehouse, Optional Dinner at Taylors Three Rock

Take a panoramic Dublin city tour, including Phoenix Park, St. Stephen’s Green, and Trinity College. Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the Guinness Storehouse, enjoying a pint at the Gravity Bar. Optional evening: traditional Irish dinner and dance at Taylors Three Rock.
Overnight: Dublin
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 11, Friday – Bunratty Castle & Folk Park

Travel to Bunratty Castle, a 15th-century fortress, and explore its antique chambers. Discover Folk Park, an open-air museum depicting 19th-century Irish life. Continue to Dingle for your overnight stay.
Overnight: Dingle
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 12, Saturday – Slea Head Drive, Blasket Islands Center, Dingle Distillery

Drive along the scenic Slea Head Loop, taking in views of the Blasket and Skellig Islands. Visit the Blasket Islands Center and enjoy a guided tour and tasting at Dingle Distillery. The afternoon is free for leisure.
Overnight: Dingle
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 13, Sunday – Full Day in Dingle or Optional Gap of Dunloe with Jaunting Cars & Boat Ride

Spend the day at leisure or join the optional Gap of Dunloe tour. Ride in traditional jaunting cars, take in mountain and lake vistas, and enjoy a boat ride across Killarney Lakes before returning to Dingle.
Overnight: Dingle
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 14, Monday – Full Day in Dingle or Optional Ring of Kerry with Lunch

Explore Dingle independently or join the Ring of Kerry tour, experiencing breathtaking scenery through Kerry National Park, remote villages, and scenic coastal views. Stop for lunch at a local inn before returning to Dingle for dinner.
Overnight: Dingle
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 15, Tuesday – King John’s Castle, Return to Dublin

Travel back to Dublin with a stop in Limerick to visit King John’s Castle, a well-preserved 13th-century fortress overlooking the River Shannon. Continue to Dublin and spend the evening at leisure.
Overnight: Dublin
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 16, Wednesday – Depart Ireland

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast

Included Highlights & Special Features:

• Stay in central Oxford, Dublin, and Dingle for maximum convenience

• Walking tour of Oxford, including Christ Church College

• Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Blenheim Palace, and Stonehenge

• Explore Bath, the Roman Baths, and Georgian architecture

• Panoramic Dublin city tour, Guinness Storehouse, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral

• Discover Bunratty Castle, Folk Park, Slea Head, and Dingle Distillery

• Optional tours: Bletchley Park, Windsor Castle, Sudeley Castle & Cotswolds, Gap of Dunloe, Ring of Kerry

Meals Included: 16 (14 breakfasts, 2 dinners)
Accommodations: 14 nights in centrally located hotels
Transportation: Modern air-conditioned motorcoach, intra-flight London Heathrow–Dublin