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Best of Britain

Trip Type: Explorer

12 Days
| 1 - 12 People

Starts From:

NZD $6,615.00 /Person
Where did The Beatles, Harry Potter, Peter Rabbit and Doctor Who originate? The UK of course! This 12-day trip will take you to a …
Best of Britain

Where did The Beatles, Harry Potter, Peter Rabbit and Doctor Who originate? The UK of course! This 12-day trip will take you to a few of the must-see sites, through the rolling hills, mountainous landscapes and medieval cities of England, Scotland and Wales. Take a punt through Oxford, explore the beauty of the Cotswolds, walk Cardiff and discover popular filming locations of The Doctor, stroll through the majestic beauty of Snowdonia National Park, be inspired by The Beatles’ past in Liverpool, hike the stunning Lake District National Park and then end it all in picturesque Edinburgh – JK Rowling’s favourite writing location.

Itinerary

Day 1: London

Day 2: Oxford

Day 3: Oxford

Day 4: Moreton-in-Marsh

Day 5: Cardiff

Day 6: Snowdonia National Park

Day 7: Liverpool

Day 8: Liverpool

Day 9: Lake District National Park

Day 10: Lake District National Park

Day 11: Edinburgh

Day 12: Edinburgh

Trip Inclusions

Meals

11 breakfasts and 0 dinners are included

Transport

Train, Private vehicle, Public transport, Taxi

Accomodation

Hotel (11 nights)

Included Activities

  • Oxford - Punting Activity
  • Moreton-in-Marsh - village visit
  • Hook Norton Brewery visit & lunch
  • Cardiff - Cardiff guided city tour
  • Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) - Included guided hike: Lôn Gwyrfai trail from Rhyd Ddu to Beddgelert
  • Chester - boat tour
  • Liverpool - Liverpool guided walking tour
  • Windermere - West Shore Lakeside leader led hike
  • Edinburgh - Leader led walking tour
Trip Highlights
  • Take part in punting – a truly timeless, quintessentially Oxford pleasure that will see you floating along the idyllic waters of this university city, seeing the beautiful architecture and gardens from the perspective of a boat (or punt).
  • Spend a day exploring arguably the most beautiful and most British countryside – the Cotswolds. Explore the villages, walk through endless fields and taste some of the best ales in the neighbourhood.
  • Discover cities Cardiff in Wales and Liverpool in England with leader-led walking tours, the best way to discover the city!
  • Walk the famous Lon Gwyrfai path in Eryri National Park (Snowdonia), and explore the rolling hills, woodlands and picturesque villages. Then, travel to the mountainous landscape of Lake District National Park, taking a relaxing walk along Lake Windermere.
  • With Edinburgh Castle overlooking your every step, walk the winding streets of the Old Town and take a walking tour of the New Town, the birthplace of Harry Potter.
Dates & Availability

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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: BMSB
Trip Location
Trip Starts: London, United Kingdom
Trip Ends: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Countries Visited: United Kingdom

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Destination Details

United Kingdom
| 12 Days
| 1 - 12 People