19-Day England & Ireland Escorted Tour Itinerary

Embark on a breathtaking journey through England and Ireland, exploring historic cities, scenic countryside, and cultural treasures. Our Escorted Stay & Explore style ensures comfort, convenience, and immersive experiences, from London’s iconic landmarks to Ireland’s rugged coastlines.

DAY 1, Thursday – Depart for England

Begin your adventure with your flight to England, ready to explore historic cities, cultural landmarks, and picturesque landscapes.

DAY 2, Friday – Arrive in London

Arrive in London, England’s capital. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy leisure time. Most flights arrive in the early morning; if your room is not ready, leave your luggage with the concierge and explore the city at your own pace with suggestions from your Tour Manager. Join an orientation meeting at 6 PM followed by dinner.
Overnight: London
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Saturday – London City Tour

Discover London on a half-day city tour. Drive through elegant Kensington, pass Harrods, view Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, and Big Ben. Admire Buckingham Palace, the residence of His Majesty the King. Afternoon at leisure. Optional: Tower of London & St. Paul’s Cathedral tour.
Optional: Tower of London & St. Paul’s Cathedral (PM)
Overnight: London
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4, Sunday – Stonehenge & Bath

Travel to Stonehenge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, whose 5,000-year-old construction continues to intrigue visitors. Continue to Bath, famous for its Georgian architecture and 2,000-year-old Roman Baths with natural mineral springs. Optional: explore the village of Lacock and enjoy dinner at a historic inn.
Optional: Village of Lacock with Dinner (PM)
Overnight: Bath
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5, Monday – Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon & Liverpool

Drive through the scenic Cotswolds, visit Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of William Shakespeare, and see Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and the Bard’s school. Continue to Liverpool, home of The Beatles. Explore Penny Lane, Strawberry Fields, Cavern Club, and Albert Dock. Dinner at your hotel.
Overnight: Liverpool
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 6, Tuesday – Full Day in Liverpool

Enjoy a free day in Liverpool or join the optional Western Approaches & Liverpool Cathedral tour. Explore the WWII command center at Western Approaches HQ and marvel at the Gothic Revival Liverpool Cathedral, one of the largest cathedrals in the world.
Optional: Western Approaches & Liverpool Cathedral
Overnight: Liverpool
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7, Wednesday – Lake District & Edinburgh

Travel along Windermere, England’s largest lake, with a stop at a local farmhouse for tea and scones. Continue through Grasmere, home of poet William Wordsworth, and cross into Scotland via Gretna Green. Pass Moffat, known for its wool, and arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital with its UNESCO-listed Old & New Town.
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8, Thursday – Edinburgh City Tour

Guided tour of Edinburgh including Scottish Parliament, Holyrood Palace, Royal Mile, Princes Street, and Edinburgh Castle. Optional: A Taste of Scotland culinary experience.
Optional: A Taste of Scotland (PM)
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9, Friday – York City Tour

Travel to the Viking city of York, touring medieval streets and the York City Walls. Visit York Minster, a stunning Gothic cathedral.
Overnight: York
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 10, Saturday – Cambridge & Return to London

Drive south through picturesque countryside to Cambridge, visiting King’s College Chapel before continuing to London. Celebrate your last evening in the British capital with dinner.
Overnight: London
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 11, Sunday – Flight to Dublin

Fly to Dublin, Ireland. Tour the Pearse Lyons Distillery in a restored 19th-century church, including a tasting of small-batch whiskey. Lunch at a local restaurant, then leisure time.
Overnight: Dublin
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 12, Monday – Dublin City Tour & Travel to Galway

Panoramic tour of Dublin: St. Stephen’s Green, Phoenix Park, Trinity College, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Travel west to Galway, visiting Galway Cathedral and exploring the medieval streets of this vibrant, bohemian city. Dinner included.
Overnight: Galway
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 13, Tuesday – Connemara Excursion

Full-day tour of Connemara National Park and Kylemore Abbey, surrounded by lakes, mountains, and Ireland’s iconic green landscapes.
Overnight: Galway
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 14, Wednesday – Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle & Killarney

Drive along the Burren and admire the Cliffs of Moher. Visit Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and continue to Killarney. Optional: Gaelic Roots Live Show in the evening.
Optional: Gaelic Roots Live Show (PM)
Overnight: Killarney
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 15, Thursday – Ring of Kerry Tour

Explore Killarney National Park and the Ring of Kerry, passing colorful villages like Cahirciveen and Sneem. Optional: Jaunting Car tour through the countryside.
Optional: Jaunting Cars (PM)
Overnight: Killarney
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 16, Friday – Blarney Castle & Waterford Crystal Showroom

Visit Blarney Castle and kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Stop at Blarney Woollen Mills for shopping, then tour the Waterford Crystal Factory to see world-renowned craftsmanship.
Overnight: Waterford
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 17, Saturday – Kilkenny en route to Dublin

Explore Kilkenny, visiting the 12th-century Kilkenny Castle, then return to Dublin for dinner and traditional entertainment.
Overnight: Dublin
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 18, Sunday – Full Day in Dublin

Leisure day in Dublin or join the optional EPIC Ireland experience to explore Irish emigration history, followed by visits to Dublin Castle, National Gallery, and shopping on Grafton Street. Evening: enjoy the lively Temple Bar district.
Optional: EPIC Ireland with lunch (AM)
Overnight: Dublin
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 19, Monday – Depart Ireland

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

Escorted Package Includes:

• Flights: New York–London, Dublin–New York, plus intra-flight London–Dublin

• 17 nights accommodations: London (3), Bath (1), Liverpool (2), Edinburgh (2), York (1), Dublin (3), Galway (2), Killarney (2), Waterford (1)

• 25 meals: 17 breakfasts, 8 dinners, plus 1 lunch

• Modern air-conditioned motorcoach transportation

• Services of 2 English-speaking Tour Managers & local guides

• Hotel taxes, fees, porterage, and entrance fees per itinerary

• Comfortable wireless earphones for guided touring

Special Highlights:

• London city tour: Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey

• Stonehenge: iconic prehistoric monument

• Roman Baths in Bath: 2,000-year-old thermal waters

• Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon

• Edinburgh Castle: Crown Room & St. Margaret’s Chapel

• York Minster: Gothic architectural masterpiece

• Kylemore Abbey & Connemara National Park

• Cliffs of Moher and scenic Burren region

• Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, Ring of Kerry

• Blarney Castle & Waterford Crystal Factory