Great Britain (Winter)

• Overview
• Itinerary & Map
• Highlights & Optional Excursions
• Dates & Rates

The Great Britain tour will take you away to a whirlwind of sightseeing, medieval history and culture where you'll hit the highlights of England, Scotland and Wales. Practice your Liverpudlian accent because you're going to the birthplace of rock and roll's original Fab Four, The Beatles and then go highbrow as you visit the University town of Oxford. You don't need a crown to stroll Edinburgh's Royal Mile but you may need binoculars to search for the elusive Loch Ness monster and the photo opportunities you'll come across in the Cambrian mountains of Wales will exhaust your film supply. Rolling green hills and cosy pubs are what Great Britain is all about.

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1. Day Depart for Europe

   Jet off to the trip of a lifetime awaiting you in Europe!

2. Day Arrive London

   Check-in to your hotel after 2pm then enjoy the day exploring London. Tonight, meet your Contiki Tour Manager and fellow travellers for a pre-departure meeting.

3. Day London to Oxford

   A warm welcome from your Contiki crew as we begin with a city tour of London. View Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey before heading west to the Royal town of Windsor. A chance to see famous Windsor Castle before continuing to the university town of Oxford. (D)

4. Day Oxford to York

   We journey north past the Peak District to the historic city of York. See Roman, Viking and medieval history in this famous walled city. An included walking tour by day and a chance to go ghost hunting at night after our pub dinner. (B,D)

5. Day York to Edinburgh

   Today we take a trip to the foot of the Pennine Mountains to view Hadrian's Wall. North into Bonnie Scotland for a scenic drive to the vibrant city of Edinburgh. Enjoy a first glimpse of the city on our including sightseeing tour this evening. (B)

6. Day Edinburgh

   Today a chance to explore the city sights such as the castle and Holyrood Palace, or perhaps walk the Royal Mile and shop for tartan and shortbread along Princes Street. A full day to explore and enjoy. (B,D)

7. Day Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands

   Today we head north for the Dee Valley in the Grampian Mountains, close to Balmoral Castle. Enjoy the spectacular drive along the Whisky Trail to our home tonight in the beautiful Highlands. (B,D)

8. Day Highlands to Glasgow

   First stop this morning is the famous Loch Ness. We continue south past Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, and through Glencoe before stopping on the shores of Loch Lomond. A chance to cruise on the lake before heading to Glasgow, situated on the banks of the river Clyde. (B)

9. Day Glasgow to Liverpool

   South through Robert Burns country, we stop at Gretna Green. Leaving Scotland behind, we travel to Liverpool enjoying the spectacular scenery of the Lake District and Cumbrian Mountains. This afternoon, you'll enjoy our included Magical Mystery Tour of memorable Beatles sights with a local guide. Tonight, why not join us for a farewell dinner and later enjoy Liverpool's nightscene? (B)

10. Day Liverpool to London

    Our first stop today is the Roman town of Chester. Then it's on to Wales for our lunch-stop before heading back to London, where we arrive at approximately 8pm. (B)