Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the United Kingdom, expertly curated by your trusted Travel Advisor, Vacation Architect. Starting on Saturday, May 31, 2025, this itinerary promises a rich tapestry of historical landmarks, breathtaking vistas, and cultural experiences. With Vacation Architect by your side, you'll explore iconic sites like Stonehenge, the Roman baths of Bath, and the mystical Loch Ness, all while enjoying the added comfort and convenience of exclusive inclusions tailored just for you. Each day brings new adventures, from a scenic cruise on Plymouth Sound to a visit to The Beatles Story in Liverpool, all seamlessly arranged to ensure a stress-free and enriching experience. Whether you're tracing the steps of literary legends or exploring medieval castles, your journey is in the expert hands of Vacation Architect, making this trip a perfect blend of exploration, relaxation, and discovery. Let the beauty and history of England, Wales, and Scotland captivate you as you create lasting memories on this extraordinary tour with Vacation Architect Christina Rockey.

Prices and availability are subject to change until booked with supplier.

Flights not included in group pricing.

Prices listed are inclusive for the total number of nights indicated, per person with double occupancy. Single and Triple rates are also available. No Quads available.

This package welcomes ages 8 and up. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult throughout the trip and must share an adult's accommodation. While those 12 and under may join us, this tour is most suitable for more mature children ages 13+.

Guests should be able to board a coach bus with minimal assistance and walk unassisted for 3-5 miles daily. 

Please note that additional amenities are provided based on the number of rooms registered within the group. Only bookings made via Vacation Architect are eligible for these amenities.

Itinerary

1. Saturday, May 31, 2025
   
    
   1. Morning Flight Arrival
   2. Transfer from Airport to Hotel**
   3. Explore on Your Own
   4. Meet the Tour Host
   5. Overnight at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge or similar
2. Sunday, June 1, 2025
    
   1. Included Breakfast
   2. Depart London
   3. Visit Stonehenge
   4. See Ilminster with Lunch at local Pub prepared following century old recipes. Nothing eases homesickness like hearty cooked food concocted with care and love like grandma used to make. Just like home away from home!
   5. Overnight at the Crowne Plaza Plymouth or similar
3. Monday, June 2, 2025
   
   
   1. Included Breakfast
   2. Scenic Cruise from Plymouth Sound
   3. Drive through West Cornwall, the setting of Winston Graham's ‘Poldark’ saga of Cornish life in the 18th century, will leave you breathless on a scenic drive through the West Country. Get carried away with a spectacular scenic cruise on Plymouth Sound, a magnificent inlet on the English Channel.
   4. Visit Looe Fishing Village
   5. Free time in Plymouth
   6. Overnight at the Crowne Plaza Plymouth or similar
4. Tuesday, June 3, 2025
   
   
   1. Included Breakfast 
   2. Visit Glastonbury which is the site of King Arthur’s legendary quest for the mythical Holy Grail, the cup from which Jesus drank at the Last Supper. Hear how, while Arthur failed in his search, a noble knight named Galahad found the Holy Grail because of his pure heart.
   3. Tour the ancient roman baths in Bath.
   4. Overnight at the Mercure Cardiff Holland House or similar
5. Wednesday, June 4, 2025
   
   
   1. Included Breakfast
   2. Stop at the ancient market town of Builth Wells
   3. Drive through Brecon Beacons National Park with its mountains, moors, and magnificent views. Look out for Welsh mountain ponies and sheep grazing in the wild and red kites gliding gracefully in the sky.
   4. Visit the picturesque town of Llangollen
   5. Free time in Liverpool
   6. Overnight at the Pullman Liverpool or similar
6. Thursday, June 5, 2025
   
   
   1. Included Breakfast
   2. Visit The Beatles Story in Liverpool for a fascinating journey into the life and music of the Fab Four.
   3. Take a scenic drive through the Lake District
   4. Visit Grasmere, Wordsworth’s beloved village, and sample the original Grasmere gingerbread.
   5. Visit Gretna Green, where a Scottish blacksmith performed weddings for eloping young couples and Favorite join in a fun wedding re-enactment with included Dinner.
      1. Love will find a way to sweeten the day with classic gingerbread in Grasmere, or by parents hot on the trail of runaway brides and grooms who crossed them (and the Scottish border) to get hitched in 18th-century Gretna Green. Hear how romance was forged by a blacksmith who helped eloping couples hammer out the vows.
   6. Overnight at the Clayton Hotel Glasgow or similar
7. Friday, June 6, 2025
   
   
   1. Included Breakfast
   2. See Glasgow's landmarks on an orientation drive, including the 12th-century cathedral, university buildings, and Georgian squares.
   3. Take a scenic drive past Loch Lomond, Rannoch Moor, and Glen Coe. 
   4. See Ben Nevis, the UK's highest peak.
   5. Drive the length of the legendary Loch Ness enroute to Inverness while watching for the Loch Ness Monster in the shimmering waters.
   6. Included Dinner
   7. Overnight at the Mercure Inverness Hotel or similar
8. Saturday, June 7, 2025
   
   
   1. Included Breakfast
   2. See the battlefield of Culloden Moor
   3. Walk through the Victorian Mountain Resort of Pitlochry
   4. Visit St Andrews, the home of golf and the famous university town.
   5. Scottish Evening**
      1. No trip to Scotland is complete without an authentic Scottish evening filled with traditional food, drinks, singers, dancers, bagpipes, and, of course, the unforgettable Ceremony of the Haggis!
   6. Overnight at the Mercure Edinburgh Princes Street or similar
9. Sunday, June 8, 2025
   
   
   1. Included Breakfast
   2. Visit New Town, Old Town and Edinburgh Castle for Scotland's Crown Jewels with a Local Guide
      1. Ascend to Castle Rock to explore Edinburgh Castle, one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland, with a 1,100-year history as "the most besieged place in Great Britain.” Here, see the royal regalia and Scotland’s Crown Jewels.
   3. Free time
   4. Overnight at the Mercure Edinburgh Princes Street or similar
10. Monday, June 9, 2025
    
    
    1. Included Breakfast
    2. Visit Alnwick Castle to discover 700 years of English and family history of its owners, the Percy Family. Continuing the lineage of centuries of Dukes, Duchesses, and Earls whom have called the impressive castle home. The castle is a haven for movie and TV buffs as the filming location for many productions, including Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. If nature is more to your liking, consider a visit to the splendid 12-acre Alnwick Gardens.
    3. See York Minster and browse the shops of The Shambles
    4. Included Dinner
    5. Overnight at the Mercure York Fairfield Manor or similar
11. Tuesday, June 10, 2025
    
    
    1. Included Breakfast
    2. Visit Stratford-Upon-Avon to see Shakespeare's Birthplace and his future wife's home.
    3. Overnight at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge or similar
12. Wednesday, June 11, 2025
    
    
    1. Included Breakfast
    2. Transfer to Airport**
    3. Flight Departure

Transfers*