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6-Day UK Tour to Liverpool, Edinburgh and York

Medieval castles and the inspiring beauty of the Lake District are highlights on this exciting journey through England, Scotland and Wales. Learn about the runaway wedding capital, Gretna Green, and Tudor history in Ludlow before you ascend to lofty Castle Rock for spellbinding views of Edinburgh.

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Travel & Accommodation

6 days, 3 country and 11 cities
5 nights accommodation

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Meals

5 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners

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Activity Level

Balanced

Trip code: BIBT

Trip map & itinerary

Trip Map

Legend

  • Start Location
  • End Location
  • 1 Overnight
  • Visited Location
  • Optional Location
  • Plane
  • 🛳 Cruise
  • 🚆 Train

Day by day itinerary

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Day 01
Journey to Stonehenge, Bath and Cardiff London -> Stonehenge -> Bath -> Cardiff
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Day 01 : Journey to Stonehenge, Bath and Cardiff

Experience first-hand what's 'great' about Great Britain. Embark on a mesmerising sojourn past rolling hills and farmlands of England. Head west to Stonehenge’s megaliths, whose centuries-old myths have yet to be fully revealed. The elegant Georgian architecture of Bath takes centre stage during our visit to this famous spa town. Here, you'll see the Abbey and visit the Roman Baths, before crossing the Severn Estuary to Cardiff. Delve into the proud culture and heritage of the Welsh as you embark on an orientation of the city to see the Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle, in the heart of the city. Tonight, celebrate the beginning of an epic adventure over dinner.

  • Accommodation Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Included Meals Dinner
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Day 2
Through the Scenic Countryside to Liverpool Cardiff -> Ludlow -> Liverpool
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Day 2: Through the Scenic Countryside to Liverpool

Delve into the proud culture and heritage of the Welsh as you embark on an orientation of the city. Journey to Ludlow to see its half-timbered Tudor houses, medieval walls and historic castle. Continue north through the Shropshire Hills and Cheshire landscapes to Liverpool, hometown of the Fab Four, for an opportunity to join an Optional Experience to see the sights of the city with a Local Expert.

  • Accommodation Atlantic Tower Hotel Liverpool by Sunday
  • Included Meals Breakfast
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Day 3
Venture to the Romantic Lake District and on to Edinburgh Liverpool - Lake District -> Gretna Green -> Edinburgh
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Day 3: Venture to the Romantic Lake District and on to Edinburgh

The enchanting views of Britain's Lake District provide a scenic backdrop for our drive north to Scotland. Skirt the romantic shores of Lake Windermere and enjoy views that inspired literary greats like William Wordsworth. We stop at the runaway wedding capital that is Gretna Green where 'Blacksmith Priests' would marry couples over the Marriage Anvil. Later, we arrive in enchanting Edinburgh – our home for the next two nights. This evening, consider attending a lively Scottish cèilidh with traditional haggis and bagpipes. Tickets to The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that align with performance dates.

  • Accommodation Holiday Inn
  • Included Meals Breakfast
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Day 4
Discover Edinburgh’s Treasures Edinburgh
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Day 4: Discover Edinburgh’s Treasures

Ramble up the Royal Mile in the mesmerising medieval city of Edinburgh, where you'll join a Local Specialist on an included city sightseeing tour. See the Old Town and view Arthur's Seat and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, for centuries the seat of the kings and queens of the Scots. Visit Edinburgh Castle perched atop Castle Rock overlooking the city. Spend the rest of the day exploring Auld Reekie's medieval relics and elegant Georgian and Gothic facades on your own, or join your Travel Director on an Optional Experience to visit Rosslyn Chapel.

  • Accommodation Holiday Inn
  • Included Meals Breakfast
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Day 5
Explore Hadrian’s Wall and Onwards to York Edinburgh York
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Day 5: Explore Hadrian’s Wall and Onwards to York

Trace the northern frontier of the Roman Empire at Hadrian's Wall before crossing the River Tyne and venturing south to York. Walk along The Shambles and view York Minster, one of the greatest cathedrals in the world. This evening join a family at their stately home in York for a Be My Guest experience and some hearty British home-cooked hospitality.

  • Accommodation Novotel Centre
  • Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 6
Admire Stratford-upon-Avon and return to London York -> Stratford-upon-Avon -> London
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Day 6: Admire Stratford-upon-Avon and return to London

Learn about Shakespeare's life at his Birthplace and Visitor Centre in Stratford-upon-Avon, and view Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage. Return to London this evening where your memorable encounter with Britain's icons comes to an end.

  • Included Meals Breakfast

About this trip

Sightseeing highlights

  • Explore Edinburgh
  • Discover Bath, Cardiff and York
  • Visit Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, the Tudor town of Ludlow, Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle, and Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon
  • View Cardiff Castle, Liverpool's iconic Liver Building, the Lake District's magnificent scenery, Hadrian's Wall, York Minster in York, and Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon
  • See the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh
  • Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates

Travel highlights

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised

Frequently Asked & Question

A departure is shown as 'Definite Departure' once it has reached a minimum number of guests. That particular departure will definitely run, barring any extraordinary circumstances. We update these regularly, and you can book any departure. While it is highly unlikely a departure doesn't meet the minimum number of guests, you will be offered the best alternative dates or a full refund of any payment made if this is the case. If there are ever any changes to your departure, we will contact you.

You can add flights and extra hotel nights directly through Trafalgar, so that everything is taken care of, leaving you to relax and enjoy your tour. If you're booking online, once you've selected your travel dates and room type, you'll be offered an option to add extra hotel nights and flights. Alternatively, you call us to book and one of our travel experts can advise on your options.

On most of our departures, you can secure your trip today with a low deposit from just $200.

Each Trafalgar tour has a carefully-selected range of included experiences to help immerse yourself in a destination. But did you know that every tour also has a Be My Guest and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience? Be My Guest Experiences are the original local travel experience, letting you step into the lives of hosts who will share stories about their families and communities. MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences are conscious travel experiences that give back to the local communities, which support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Our tours also include a selection of Optional Experiences which are available for an additional cost, allowing you to make your trip your own.

A guided tour is the perfect way to solo travel. You'll meet like-minded people travelling with Trafalgar, and you'll relax knowing you can travel with ease, forming genuine connections as you go. To find out more solo room types and pricing select your preferred departure date and continue to the next page.

Once you've selected your preferred departure date, on the next step add the number of guests to review the available room options and find the one that suits you best.

It's great to have you back on board - the loyalty of our guests means everything to us. To access your Global Tour Rewards discount, please confirm the name and date of your past trip once you've added your passenger details. The discount will be applied before you book.

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