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Day 1: London Arrival & Tour
Start your trip at Heathrow Airport with an independent transfer to your hotel. At 2:30 pm take a panoramic tour of central London to see famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus, Nelson’s Column and lions of Trafalgar Square, Big Ben towering over the Houses of Parliament and Hyde Park. In the evening meet your tour director for a welcome drink before dinner in your hotel. (D)
Day 2: Independent London Tour & Tower of London
Today you are free to schedule your London sightseeing as you wish when you take an open-top bus tour around the many famous landmarks. There are a number of different bus routes so that you can choose the part of London that you’d like to focus on. Your voucher also includes a walking tour and a cruise on the River Thames. Visit the Tower of London to view the magnificent Crown Jewels, guarded by Beefeaters in distinctive Tudor uniforms and the many towers of this huge fortress. You are free to choose a restaurant to dine independently. (B)
Day 3: Cambridge & York Walking Tour
Visit Cambridge to see some of the famous university colleges, including King's College, and the Mathematical Bridge over the River Cam. Head north to York for a walking tour to appreciate narrow streets and medieval houses, which contain centuries of history. The stately York Minster, with towers and stained glass, is the highlight of the walk. Check in to your hotel, located in a quiet area and within walking distance of the center of York. (CB, D)
Day 4: Floors Castle & Cabaret Evening
Pass Heddon-on-the-Wall to view a portion of Hadrian’s Wall and travel through the scenic Northumberland National Park. Cross into Scotland at Carter Bar. Drive through the scenic Borders to Kelso to visit Floors Castle, built in 1721 and home to the 10th Duke of Roxburghe, to see stunning interiors with tapestries, silver and family portraits. Drive to Edinburgh and experience lively entertainment at a Scottish cabaret. (B, D)
Day 5: Edinburgh Castle & City Tour
Discover Edinburgh's highlights on a city tour. See the elegant Georgian “New Town” with spacious streets and the compact medieval city along the Royal Mile. Tour Edinburgh Castle to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny. Also enjoy splendid views of central Edinburgh. The rest of the day is free for independent activities. On August 06 and 20 departures, experience the colorful Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)
Day 6: Giant's Causeway & Derry
This morning will be an early start as you drive to Cairnryan for a short ferry ride to Larne in Northern Ireland. Travel along the “Nine Glens of Antrim” with views of mountains, valleys and coastline. Visit the Giant's Causeway, hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. The enormous rocks have spawned legends about the mythical giant, Finn McCool. Continue to Derry for your overnight stay. (B, D)
Day 7: Ulster American Folk Park & Dublin
This morning join a local guide for a short walking tour around Derry, surrounded by medieval city walls. Near Omagh visit the Ulster American Folk Park to see many cottages and traditional crafts. The Park traces the story of Ulster emigrants and shows rural lifestyles in both Ireland and America in Colonial times. Travel south to Dublin where the evening is free for you to dine independently. (B
Day 8: Dublin Tour & Leisure Time
Take a tour around central Dublin, with spacious Georgian squares and streets, landmark public buildings and graceful townhouses. Visit Trinity College to see the campus and view the Book of Kells in the Old Library. The afternoon and evening are at leisure for for independent sightseeing and dining. (B)
Day 9: Depart for Home
Complimentary group transfers to Dublin Airport are provided. After check-in, you'll have time to shop at the duty-free stores before boarding your flight for the journey home. (B)