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Best of Britain

Trip Type: Explorer

12 Days
| 1 - 12 People

Starts From:

NZD $5,276.00 /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 the …
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 the best of Britain, 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 filming locations from Doctor Who, stroll through the majestic beauty of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, be inspired by The Beatles’ past in Liverpool and hike the stunning Lake District National Park. 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 timeless, quintessentially Oxford pastime that will see you floating along the idyllic waters of this university city, seeing beautiful architecture and gardens from the perspective of a punt (boat).
  • 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 local ales.
  • Go on walking tours of Cardiff and Liverpool with your knowledgeable local leader – the best way to discover these cities! See the pubs frequented by The Beatles early in their career.
  • 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.
  • Explore the winding streets of Edinburgh’s Old Town with Edinburgh Castle overlooking your every step, then 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