England, Scotland & Ireland

• Return international full-service flights (economy class), departure city surcharges may apply

• 15 nights of 3 and 4-star hotel accommodation

• Enjoy 15 meals including daily breakfast

• English-speaking tour leader and local guides for city tours
• Airline taxes and surcharges

• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicles

• Departure airport transfer (Day 17)
• One-way ferry from Holyhead, Wales to Dublin, Ireland

• Arrive Early: Arrive up to 30 days before your tour starts. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stay Behind: Return up to 30 days after your tour concludes. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stopover Packages: Break up the long-haul flight with a stopover at a fantastic location. (See checkout for details)
• Flight Upgrades: Upgrade to Business Class. (See checkout for details)
• Preferred Airline: Fly with a preferred airline. (See checkout for details)

Please note: Extra charges may apply. See the Important Info section and checkout cart for fees and details.

Today, depart for London, England!

Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some customers may be required to depart on day 2, to arrive on day 2. Flight times will be indicated on your final documentation, which you will receive 4-6 weeks prior to departure.

Meals included: In-Flight

Upon arrival in London, make your own way to the hotel. If it is too early for check-in then luggage can be stored at the hotel while you explore this magnificent historic city.

Overnight: St Giles Hotel or similar, London

Meals included: None

This morning, travel to visit Windsor Castle. Along the way, you will pass through Thames Valley and Runnymede, where there are monuments of the Magna Carta and US President John F. Kennedy. Windsor Castle has been inhabited since the 12th century by royalty. From here, you can see the renowned College of Eton, one of the most exclusive schools in the country. Visit the beautiful Royal Chapel of St George (except during special ceremonies), an example of Gothic perpendicular style; The Royal Mausoleum; and the Royal Apartments, splendidly restored after the fire of 1992. Afterwards, return to London for a panoramic sightseeing tour, and take in famous sights such as Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Covent Garden, Regent Street, Oxford Street and more. You'll also see the Albert Memorial, Royal Albert Hall, Parliament House, and the London Eye Ferris wheel. Next, travel past the Tower of London, a medieval fortress built in the year 1078 by William the Conqueror (approximately an 80-kilometre travel day).

Overnight: St Giles Hotel or similar, London

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, depart for Stonehenge, one of the most important prehistoric sites in England. Afterwards, continue to the Georgian city of Bath. This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts some of the most exquisite architectural and historical treasures in Europe including The Roman Baths with its 15th-century abbey and impressive Royal Crescent. The popularity of Bath has increased thanks to the reopening of its thermal spa, making it the only natural thermal bath in Britain that offers the possibility of bathing in temperate waters, as the Romans and Celts did 2000 years ago. Return to London after an approximately 380-kilometre travel day.

Overnight: St Giles Hotel or similar, London

Meals included: Breakfast

Today your 400-kilometre travel day goes to York via Oxford, home to the University Of Oxford, the oldest university in the English-speaking world. It’s known as “the city of dreaming spires”, an expression coined by Matthew Arnold to describe the harmony in the architecture of university buildings. Upon arrival, you'll enjoy a panoramic tour of the city which includes Christ Church College, one of Oxford’s largest and popular. You'll also see the inner courtyards and the Cathedral, the smallest in the country.

Afterwards, continue to York which possesses magic and charm as a result of its outstanding architecture and more than 2000 years of history.

Overnight: Elmbank Hotel or similar, York

Meals included: Breakfast

Enjoy some free time this morning in York to explore the city on your own. Afterwards depart to Durham where an orientation tour will take you to the market square and the pioneering Romanesque Cathedral which, together with the Norman Castle, dominates the city.

As you travel onwards to Edinburgh you can admire Hadrian’s Wall, a defensive fortification in the Roman province of Britannia which began in 122AD in the reign of Emperor Hadrian.

Edinburgh is traditionally said to have been built on seven hills and sitting proudly atop one of these hills is the majestic Edinburgh Castle. Spacious and beautiful, Edinburgh is a city that knows how to combine the legacy of its mediaeval past with beautiful gardens, Georgian mansions and the modernity of its lively artistic life.

Today’s travel is approximately 350 kilometres.

Overnight: Ibis Budget Edinburgh Park or similar, Edinburgh

Meals included: Breakfast

Today, enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of the city with a local guide. Visit Edinburgh Castle, which began construction in the 11th century, and Princes Street which is flanked by beautiful gardens and imposing Georgian buildings that separate the new city from the old. See the department store Jenners, the oldest in the city, followed by St. Giles Cathedral, founded in the 12th century. Enjoy the remainder of the day free at leisure.

Overnight: Ibis Budget Edinburgh Park or similar, Edinburgh

Meals included: Breakfast

This morning you'll depart for the Scottish Highlands, which is home to many historic castles, islands and lakes. Many of the symbols that make up the Scottish idiosyncrasy, such as the skirt, tartan plaid, bagpipes and feather cap come from this mountainous region. You'll stop in the city of St Andrews and see the ruins of what was the largest cathedral in the country before seeing the birthplace of golf at The Royal & Ancient Golf Club.

Afterwards, stop at a traditional whiskey distillery where you can sample local whiskey before continuing to Aviemore and checking into your hotel after an approximately 270-kilometre travel day.

Overnight: Angus Blairgowrie or similar, Aviemore

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, journey onwards to the famous Loch Ness, where you will have some free time before travelling back to Aviemore. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure after a 100-kilometre travel day.

Overnight: Angus Blairgowrie or similar, Aviemore

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, depart for Glasgow by travelling down the Great Glen which passes through Fort Augustus, Fort William and the dramatic Glen Coe Valley.

Afterwards, stop for a photo of Stirling Castle (entrance not included), this famous national monument is perched atop a hill and surrounded on three sides by cliffs. Most of the main buildings date back to the 15th and 16th centuries and the outer defences facing the city date to the early 18th century. Your journey then continues onward to Glasgow for the night after an approximately 315-kilometre travel day.

Overnight: Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow SEC or similar, Glasgow

Meals included: Breakfast

Today enjoy a half-day guided tour in the vibrant and energetic city of Glasgow known as the capital of style in Scotland, with its many art-deco restaurants, boutiques, and cultural centres. After seeing the highlights of Glasgow on tour, take the remainder of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow SEC or similar, Glasgow

Meals included: Breakfast

This morning depart to Windermere, in the heart of the Lake District, which offers fantastic views of the English countryside and surrounding mountains. You'll then travel to Liverpool, the hometown of the Beatles. After London, Liverpool has the second most theatres, museums and galleries with fabulous architectural heritage in the United Kingdom. Upon arrival, you'll transfer to your hotel in Liverpool and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure after an approximately 350-kilometre travel day.

Overnight: Stay City Liverpool Waterfront or similar, Liverpool

Meals included: Breakfast

This morning, head to Holyhead to board the ferry to Dublin (approximately 3 hours). Upon arrival, continue to Galway on an approximately 380-kilometre travel day. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure in the Irish town.

With more than eight centuries since its foundation, Galway (which means “stony river” in Gaillimh Gaelic) owes its name to the bed of stones of the Corrib, the river that crosses it. Some fascinating sites to consider visiting would be the Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church, founded in 1320 thanks to the famous Lynch family (one of the 14 tribes of Galway) in honour of St Nicholas of Myra (patron saint of sailors), or perhaps see the Catholic Cathedral Of Our Lady Of The Assumption and St Nicholas, Lynch Castle, the Court of Justice and the Old Town Hall.

Overnight: Shearwater Hotel or similar, Galway

Meals included: Breakfast

Today start the day early with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Cliffs Of Moher, which towers 214 metres above the level of the Atlantic Ocean at its highest point. Enjoy a brief stop in Limerick, the third most populated city in the country where King John’s Castle, one of its main attractions, stands out. You'll then continue onwards to Dublin for the night after an approximately 350-kilometre travel day.

Overnight: Stay City Dublin Tivoli or similar, Dublin

Meals included: Breakfast

This morning enjoy a traditional Irish breakfast before a half-day guided tour of St Patrick’s Cathedral, the largest of the two cathedrals in Ireland. The Cathedral of St Patrick was built next to a well in which, according to legend, St Patrick baptised those who converted from Paganism to Christianity. You'll also get a chance to look inside the ivy-covered stone buildings of Trinity College to see 'The Book of Kells' at the Old Library with its vast rows of antiquarian books. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure in the Irish capital city.

Overnight: Stay City Dublin Tivoli or similar, Dublin

Meals included: Breakfast

Today enjoy your last day free at leisure in Dublin where you can take some time to enjoy the city’s sensational dining, music and pub scenes.

Overnight: Stay City Dublin Tivoli or similar, Dublin

Meals included: Breakfast

Today you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight back home!

Please note: If your flight departs early then breakfast will be arranged for pick up from the hotel reception the night before.

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Please note: Some flights may arrive +1 day later.

After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation, directing you to an online Passenger Information Form. You must complete the Passenger Information Form within 72 hours of purchase.
 
Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.
 
On purchasing this Travel Offer, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions and the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information. 

Please note: All countries and territories have different entry requirements in relation to vaccinations, quarantine/isolation periods and travel restrictions. Due to the evolving nature, we would ask all of our customers to monitor, meet and adhere to the specific requirements of their intended destination(s) in the lead-up to and immediately before travel, as well as any requirements post-travel upon their return.

CANCELLATION POLICY
Tour packages are non-refundable. If your tour package is affected by Covid-19-related travel restrictions and you are unable to travel, you will receive either a free date change (credit that is specific to your original package and purchase value) or an open credit less any non-recoverable supplier fees to the value of your original purchase for use on any other tour or package available via the TripADeal website.
 
Please note: Date change credits are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed by TripADeal, not the tour operator you are due to stay with.
 
We recommend you consider purchasing travel insurance with Covid-19 protection. The standard cancellation policy will apply if you cannot travel because you have tested positive for Covid-19.
 
Please note: All additional charges are payable in AUD (unless otherwise stated). 

This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 6th October 2025
 
This travel offer is priced per person based on a twin share.
 
Single Traveller Supplement
For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement of $2,150 applies. 
Please note: Accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.
 
Departure Dates
2025
March: 24
May: 12
June: *02
August: *18
September: *02
October: 06
Please note: See checkout for live dates and availability.
 
Surcharges
Please note: 
• dates/months with a * incur a high season surcharge of $350 per person.

Departure Cities
Sydney, Melbourne, *Brisbane, *Adelaide, Perth or *Auckland
 
Departure City Surcharges
Brisbane or Adelaide: $150 per person
Auckland: $550 per person
 
International Full-Service Airline(s) Used
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Airlines: Etihad Airways, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, Lufthansa, Swiss Airways, Cathay Pacific, Aer Lingus, British Airways, Virgin Australia, Thai Airways, Malaysia Airlines and airline partners (subject to availability) (subject to availability).
Please note: We cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation. 
 
Missed Flights  
If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact us as soon as possible to make arrangements. 
 
Preferred Airline Surcharge
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Qatar Airways: $300 per person 
• Emirates: $500 per person 
• Singapore Airlines: $400 per person
Please note: 
• Preferred airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost will be refunded.
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Preferred airline refers to the marketing carrier and could include codeshare partners. 
 
Arrive Early Options
London, England - $300 per person
High season dates: up to $700 per person, subject to availability 
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• You may book a date to arrive early via our website but only a date that is within 30 days of the tour departure date. If you wish to arrive earlier than 30 days before your tour departure date, please call our friendly staff for availability and pricing. Additional costs may apply
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season arrive early can be purchased for up to $700 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
- 06/12/2024 - 31/01/2025
- 28/03/2025 - 27/04/2025
- 16/06/2025 - 20/07/2025
- 15/09/2025 - 12/10/2025
- 01/12/2025 - 31/01/2026
 
Stay Behind Options
Dublin, Ireland - $300 per person
High season dates: up to $700 per person, subject to availability 
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• A stay behind can only be booked up to one month after your package end date upon check-out. Should you wish to stay later, please contact us to request availability. Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season stay behind can be purchased for up to $700 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
- 06/12/2024 - 31/01/2025
- 28/03/2025 - 27/04/2025
- 16/06/2025 - 20/07/2025
- 15/09/2025 - 12/10/2025
- 01/12/2025 - 31/01/2026
 
Stopover Packages
* Singapore
* Dubai
* Doha
Includes:
• 2, 3 or 5 nights in 4-star accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• Return airport transfers
For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note:
• When a pre and post-tour stopover is chosen, the same stopover location must be chosen each way, due to the airline used.
• When selecting an Arrive Early or Stay Behind in conjunction with a Stopover Package, the stopover will take place after the departure date you select for your Arrive Early or Stay Behind.
• Stopover packages are subject to availability.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
2025
Singapore Grand Prix: September 2025
Doha Grand Prix: end November to start December 2025
Doha MotoGP: November 2025 (TBC for dates)
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (for Dubai): December 2025
Christmas and New Years Eve - 22 December 2025 to 2 January 2026
 
Flight Class Upgrades
Business or Premium Economy Class: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note:
• Flight upgrades are subject to availability and pricing changes (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed

Accommodation Used
3 & 4-Star Properties (Self-Rated)
• London: St Giles Hotel
• York: Elmbank Hotel
• Edinburgh: Ibis Budget Edinburgh Park
• Aviemore: Angus Blairgowrie
• Glasgow: Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow SEC
• Liverpool: Stay City Liverpool Waterfront
• Galway: Shearwater Hotel
• Dublin: Stay City Dublin Tivoli Dublin
 
Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.
 
Extra Nights
Not available
  
Maximum Room Capacity
2 people
 
Child Policy
• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.
• Valid for children 12 years old and over.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.
  
Triple Share
Not available
 
Bedding Configuration
Double or Twin (subject to availability).

Minimum group size 20, maximum group size 38 per vehicle. 

• Visa fees and requirements 
• Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer
• Gratuities/tipping 
• Optional activities/tours 
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Mandatory city tax

TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER
Tour Guide
Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on the history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction where they are guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves it at the end of the tour; they do not travel with the group. 
 
Tour Leader
An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides at each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village and offer information on the place visited on the bus. However, they are not required to have specific art, architecture, or historical knowledge. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and, if caught doing so, can be fined. 
 
Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when required to enhance the experience of the destination featured. 
 
CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES
United Kingdom & Ireland
Both May and June are very pleasant times to visit the UK and Ireland when the weather is mild and the flowers are blooming. At this time of year, the average temperature is 16°C, which is considerably warmer than the previous months.

July and August are when the summer season is coming to a close. During these months, the average temperature is 18°C. As August progresses, the daily temperatures slowly decrease as summer blends into autumn. 
The weather starts to cool down in September when the autumn season is setting in. During this time of year, the average temperature is 16°C 
 
FLIGHTS
Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points
We do not arrange seat selection. It is essential to highlight that some airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the airline directly with seating allocation requirements and/or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the airline once you have your flight information.
 
Passport Validity
Customers must provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase or no later than 45 days before the departure date. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the booking. Customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred in this instance.
 
COACH TOUR
Meals
For meals not included, the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. It is your responsibility to notify us of any dietary requests/requirements.
Please note: We will do our best to meet your requests/requirements; however, we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to.
 
Luggage
You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on tour. You must carry your own luggage from the vehicle to the hotel room and back to the vehicle. The driver will assist with the uploading and unloading of bags from the vehicle.
 
OTHER
Mobility
If you require wheelchair access please contact our friendly sales and service team to inquire on your behalf.
 
Fitness Level Required
A moderate level of fitness will be required. Moderate may involve more physical activity, including biking, longer day hikes or extended walking and standing, low-altitude treks, and water-based activities such as canoeing or low-grade kayaking. Guests using any walking aid other than a walking stick would be advised to reconsider as surfaces may be uneven.
Please note: If you have any concerns, please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel.
 
Gratuities/Tipping
Land
Gratuities (tips) are not included for the services of the tour leader (when available) and driver throughout the tour. The recommended tip is £6 per person per day. This covers the guide/leader and the driver and will be collected on tour. 
 
Please note: Tipping for services provided is always a matter of personal discretion; however, please be aware that many locals consider tipping part of their normal remuneration, and they may approach you for payment; there's no need to be intimidated by the request.
 
Sightseeing
Please note: If entry to a site is affected by changes in operating hours or public holiday closures, your itinerary, where possible, may be adjusted, or a similar activity will be offered in its place (subject to availability).
 
Shopping
Shopping overseas can be a daunting and confusing experience, especially when there is a language barrier. Please be very cautious when foreign currencies and prices are involved. If paying by credit card, please pay close attention to the amount you are being charged and keep all your receipts. 
Do not make any purchases you are not comfortable with or feel pressured into. If you are uncertain or need assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Guide/Leader.
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions regarding shopping for further information.

A tourist visa is not required if travelling on an Australian passport.
 
Important: 
• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.
• Visa rules may have changed since Covid-19. Some countries and airlines may require you to obtain an additional visa before arrival. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.
Please note: 
• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.
• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.

Embarking on your next trip is exciting, and while you hope the unexpected does not happen, it is best to be prepared. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance when making your booking. Whether it’s a potential medical emergency, a flight cancellation, a delayed suitcase, or an unforeseen event, it's important to ensure you're adequately protected. For more information or advice visit https://www.tripadeal.com.au/travel-insurance

Voluntary Changes
This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.
• Changes - $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.
 
Name Changes Due To Passenger Error
• If the incorrect name has been provided, charges of $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.
 
Supplier Fees
In the event the tour package you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the tour due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. If refunds are not available from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. In the event we are unable to obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee.