2025 Best of Britain - 10 Days/9 Nights

This fast-paced tour is the perfect introduction to England, Scotland and Wales, showcasing the very best historical and scenic spots, alongside vibrant cities.

Authentic Local Experiences:

August 3 - 17 departures will have reserved seats for the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. All other departures will experience an exclusive Scottish Evening with dinner and traditional entertainment.
  • Discover the rich history of Windsor and York on walking tours around these charming old towns.
  • Visit the medieval Bamburgh Castle and enjoy views of the beach below.
  • Trip Highlights:

    • Blenheim Palace
    • Cardiff Castle
    • Edinburgh Castle
    • Scottish Evening*
    • Roman Baths
    • Stonehenge
    • Tower of London
    • Windsor Castle

    *August 4 - 18 departures.

    Dining Experiences:

    • 9 Breakfasts (B) and 5 Dinners* (D)

    *Meal counts vary on Tattoo departures, as the Scottish Evening is replaced with the Tattoo and an independent dinner.

    Hotels:

    • Castle Hotel Windsor - Windsor (1)
    • Delta Hotels by Marriott York - York (1)
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh - Queensferry Crossing - near Edinburgh (2)
    • Malmaison Liverpool - Liverpool (1)
    • Hilton Cardiff - Cardiff (1)
    • 100 Queen's Gate Hotel London, Curio Collection - London (3)

    Call (651) 731-8026 for more information or to book today! Mention code 18858032

    Tour Operator
    CIE Tours
    Offer
    Offer valid through 3/31/2025
    Duration
    10 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1WindsorWindsor Castle, Walking Tour & Welcome Drink: Depart from your hotel at 2:00 PM for a visit to Windsor Castle, residence of the King and the largest inhabited castle in the world. Next, take a walking tour around this compact and historic town. In the evening, join your group for a welcome drink, then dine independently.
    Day 2YorkBlenheim Palace & Cotswolds Drive: Travel to Blenheim Palace, a monumental country house and home to the Dukes of Marlborough. Enjoy a scenic drive through the picturesque Cotswolds, passing through quaint towns and villages nestled in distinctive rolling hills and valleys. Travel on to York, a city founded by the Romans in the first century and a major wool trading center in the Middle Ages. (B, D)
    Day 3YorkYork Walking Tour, York Minster & Bamburgh Castle: Take a walking tour of York's medieval streets, including the Shambles, one of the city's narrowest alleyways. Tour Gothic York Minster, renowned for its magnificent medieval stained glass windows. Visit Bamburgh Castle, an imposing medieval fortress that is one of the largest inhabited castles in Britain. This magical castle is set high on a rocky plateau affording wonderful views along the coast. Continue to your hotel near Edinburgh, where you will dine with your group. (B, D)
    Day 4EdinburghEdinburgh City Tour, Edinburgh Castle & Scottish Evening*: Explore central Edinburgh starting in the 200-year-old “New Town” with its planned streets and elegant Georgian houses. See Princes Street, the city's premier shopping district, and the medieval Royal Mile, overlooked by the imposing Edinburgh Castle. Tour the castle to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. Enjoy a lively Scottish evening with dinner and entertainment. August 3 - 17 departures experience the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the Castle Esplanade. (B, D*)
    Day 5LiverpoolLake District & Liverpool: Travel through the lush hilly countryside of the Lake District; the beauty of this region has inspired many writers and poets. Visit Grasmere, a picturesque village that native William Wordsworth once called, “the most loveliest spot that man hath found.” Head to Liverpool, a city that once dominated global trade and is now better known as the home of the Beatles. Take a walking tour of the docks before free time for dinner. Later, meet your group to experience live music at the world-famous Cavern Club, where the Fab Four got their start. (B)
    Day 6CardiffLudlow, Tintern Abbey & Cardiff Castle: Travel through scenic Shropshire, one of the most unspoiled parts of rural England. Stop in Ludlow, a quintessentially English town, to see the castle and quaint old black-and-white houses. Continue through the lovely Welsh countryside to visit the picturesque ruins of Tintern Abbey. In Cardiff, tour the splendid Cardiff Castle, which was magnificently restored in the Victorian era. Dine at your hotel. (B, D)
    Day 7StonehengeRoman Baths & Stonehenge: Take a panoramic drive around Cardiff before crossing the border from Wales to England. In Bath, visit the Roman Baths, hot mineral-rich springs that have been popular since ancient Roman times. Continue on to the prehistoric circle of vast monoliths of Stonehenge at Salisbury Plain and learn about the primitive building methods used to create such an enduring monument. Arrive in London and savor dinner with your group at your hotel. (B, D)
    Day 8LondonLondon Tour, Tower of London & Independent Sightseeing: Set out on a panoramic tour of central London to see famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus with its statue of Eros, Nelson's Column flanked by huge lions in Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament. Visit the mighty Tower of London to see the many fortresses, ravens, Beefeaters in their distinctive uniforms, and the priceless Crown Jewels. The rest of the day is free for further exploring. (B)
    Day 9LondonIndependent London Sightseeing: Take in a day of independent sightseeing in London as you tour by Hop-On, Hop-Off bus. Choose from two routes to see the iconic sights as you please, at your own pace: Buckingham Palace, St Paul's Cathedral, Covent Garden and more. (B)
    Day 10LondonTour Ends in London: Your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
    Dates/Pricing

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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    03/30/2025$3,495.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    04/13/2025$4,295.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    04/27/2025$3,745.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    05/11/2025$3,995.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    05/25/2025$3,995.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    06/08/2025$4,695.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    06/22/2025$4,095.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    07/06/2025$4,095.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    07/20/2025$4,695.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    08/10/2025$4,395.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    08/31/2025$4,095.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    09/07/2025$4,095.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    09/21/2025$4,095.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    10/05/2025$3,745.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    10/19/2025$4,245.00* (USD) / Land Price 
    11/02/2025$3,995.00* (USD) / Land Price 
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