England & Scotland | End London | Winter | 2024/2025
England & Scotland | End London | Winter | 2024/2025
England & Scotland | End London | Winter | 2024/2025
9 Days Starting and ending in London
Visiting: London, Liverpool, Manchester, York, Lake District National Park, Carlisle, Hadrian's Wall, Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Stirling, Inverness, Loch Ness, Aviemore, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glasgow
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WWBRMA119
Recommended For:
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTour Overview
From the birth of the Beatles to the creators of the kilt, this sojourn through England and Scotland is all about uncovering the best of Britain. Picture-perfect lands and charming cities make this a perfectly balanced way to spend your trip.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: London To Manchester Via Liverpool
Location: London, Liverpool, Manchester
Accommodation: ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Good morning dear Londonites! And welcome to your 9-day deep dive into all things England and Scotland. Big things are just around the corner. So big we've nicknamed one of them Big Ben.
Chat all things Beatlemania & football in your best Scouse accent - this is the call of the day as we pull up in lively Liverpool.
Tonight we’ll bed down in Manchester – Liverpool’s neighbouring city and fellow home of musical royalty. Dinner’s included tonight and after that, you’re free to explore. Just remember that toniiiiiight, you’re a rock and roll star.
Day 2: Manchester To York
Location: Manchester, York
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Wakefield (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Lap up your last dose of Manchester before we go back to the time of the Vikings... in the traditional walled city of York.
2,000 years of history will unfold upon us as we amble down narrow lanes of York, exploring the Minster, the Shambles and Clifford’s Tower. For fans of folklore, sign up to a night of ghostly horrors and dark alleyways & prepare to be spooked.
Day 3: York To Carlisle Via Lake District
Location: York, Lake District National Park, Carlisle
Accommodation: Ibis Carlisle City Centre Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Even if the ghosts of York kept you awake all night, you're going to need to rise and shine and wave goodbye to the Harry Potter like setting of this ancient city.
Whatever you do, don't Google this place before we arrive. It will spoil the surprise of its unfathomable beauty. Endless green hills, 16 serene lakes & streets of stone homes will have you pining for the country life.
End the day in quaint and charming Carlisle, England's northern-most town before Scotland! Nothing like the northern air to cosy up and wake as fresh as a daisy the next morning for all our activities.
Day 4: Carlisle To Edinburgh Via Hadrian's Wall
Location: Carlisle, Hadrian's Wall, Edinburgh
Accommodation: Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we are in for some border hopping along the English/Scottish border to see the sights on our way to Edinburgh!
But first we'll take a spectacular drive this morning to the Roman Empire’s impressive Hadrian’s Wall as well as English country charm in abundance.
Back in the 21st Century we'll find ourselves in Edinburgh, a city that, although still simmering in ancient history, comes alive with music festivals, a rousing creative scene & fun bars. Top the day off with a Scottish meal, complete with haggis and a traditional bagpiper.
Day 5: Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation: Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is yours to roam free - but if you want to get the low down on the history of this city why not join our local guide for an optional tour of Edinburgh Castle (which is resting on an extinct volcano!!) to kickstart your love affair with this city. Or maybe you'll do a spot of tartan shopping on Princes Street or indulge in some whisky tasting.
Day 6: Edinburgh To Inverness Via St Andrews And Stirling
Location: Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Stirling, Inverness
Accommodation: Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
It's time to blaze a trail out of Edinburgh & head for Inverness.
On the way to the main affair of the day we'll stop by St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf, would you believe? As well as Scotland’s oldest university town.
We make a stop in Stirling, known for its famous Castle nestled right on a hill, and the town where William Wallace took on the English and yelled "Freeeedom!"
Already blown away by the beauty of the rugged mountain scenery en route, we'll arrive in Inverness amped up for mystical tales.
Day 7: Inverness Via Loch Ness And Aviemore
Location: Inverness, Loch Ness, Aviemore, Inverness
Accommodation: Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
We might be coming down from a high (geographically speaking) this morning, but as we seek out the stunning Loch Ness and Glenfinnan Viaduct, the mood will only be rising.
We'll stop to see lovely Loch Ness, the most voluminous lake in the UK - containing more water than all the lakes of England and Wales combined! It's also rumoured to contain something else, something far more legendary which you're sure to have heard of...
We'll also check out Aviemore, a picturesque jewel in the Cairngorms' crown - home to lochs, mountains trails and plenty of panoramic views.
With breath-taking scenery still in mind, today's sights will leave you more than content with your day's discoveries.
Day 8: Inverness To Glasgow
Location: Inverness, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glasgow
Accommodation: Ibis Glasgow City Centre Sauchiehall Street Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a few days of remote and rugged goodness, a change of pace in Scotland's biggest city is sure to fire things up a notch.
We make a stop in Stirling, known for its famous Castle nestled right on a hill, and the town where William Wallace took on the English and yelled "Freeeedom!"
Get involved with everything great about Glasgow. Live music on every corner, a gothic cathedral & plenty of quirky characters make this city unique.
Day 9: End Glasgow/Train To London
Location: Glasgow, London
Meals Included: Breakfast
The trip sadly comes to an end after breakfast in Glasgow. It’s time to say bye to your new travel squad and plan the next journey. Or if you've chosen to end in London, catch the train back to London, where the trip ends upon arrival.
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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