Tour Overview
Embark on the "England and Scotland Heritage" tour, a captivating journey through the rich cultural tapestry of the UK. Begin in the vibrant city of London, where you can explore iconic landmarks and royal heritage. Travel in luxury aboard an air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi, visiting historic sites like Windsor Castle, Oxford, and the Roman city of Chester. Experience the charm of Liverpool, the scenic beauty of the Lake District, and the romantic allure of Gretna Green. Discover Glasgow's industrial past and the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, before exploring the historic streets of Edinburgh. Conclude your adventure with visits to York's medieval wonders and Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon. Enjoy comfortable stays in carefully selected hotels and savor many included meals, all while guided by an expert Travel Director. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and stunning landscapes, ensuring an unforgettable experience. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive London
Location: London
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Brentford Lock.
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express - Park Royal
Begin and end your journey back in time on the busy streets of London. After check-in, you have the rest of the day to explore this multicultural city your way. March to the tune of "God Save the King" as you embrace all the pomp and pageantry of Britain's capital. Delve into London's royal heritage, stroll along the Thames or admire treasures from across the globe in one of the capital's museums before retiring to your neighborhood 'local' for a pint or two.
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Day 2: London free day
Location: London
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Brentford Lock.
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express - Park Royal
Meals Included: Breakfast
What a treat! A full free day to explore all the surprises London has to offer in preparation for your epic adventure across England and Scotland. There's no shortage of places to go and people to see as you pound the pavements in search of the very best of Britain, from bacon butties to builder's tea, royal palaces to cathedrals, the London Underground to the mesmerizing world of monuments and museums that lies above.
Day 3: London - Windsor - Oxford - Birmingham
Location: London, Windsor, Oxford, Birmingham
Accommodation: Copthorne
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Birmingham M6
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, meet your Travel Director and travel companions and head west for a memorable encounter with royalty and academia. Start with a stop in Windsor, home to the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world, then continue to the university city of Oxford. Explore its renowned colleges and historic architecture. Finally, journey onward to Birmingham for your overnight stay.
Day 4: Birmingham - Chester - Liverpool
Location: Birmingham, Chester, Liverpool
Accommodation: Ibis Albert Dock
Accommodation Name: Ibis Albert Dock
Meals Included: Breakfast
The Romans left their magic touch on the pretty town of Chester. You’ll view the city walls that they built in the first century to defend their fortress and the black-and-white half-timbered buildings, famously known as 'The Rows'. Take some time to explore Chester your way or join a Choice Experience to Llangollen in North Wales. Home of the International Eisteddfod, Llangollen has a tiny population but punches well above its weight when it comes to serene scenery and an array of cafés, bars and restaurants. Our home for the night is the haunt of the 'Fab Four', with an evening at leisure to explore Liverpool’s legendary nightlife.
Day 5: Liverpool – Lake District – Gretna Green – Glasgow
Location: Liverpool, Lake District, Glasgow
Accommodation: Ibis City Center
Accommodation Name: Ibis City Center
Meals Included: Breakfast
Settle in for a scenic drive north to the Lake District. Here you’ll see first-hand why the rugged and untamed beauty of the Lake District inspired William Wordsworth to wander 'lonely as a cloud' in his acclaimed piece of poetry, 'Daffodils'. There’s no better way to embrace the area’s heritage than to join a Choice Experience and chug between Haverthwaite and Lakeside in an old-world steam train followed by a cruise on Lake Windermere. Crossing the Scottish border, you’ll stop at Gretna Green, where eloping couples would exchange their vows over the Blacksmith’s anvil and be bound to each other forever. Resist the urge to tie the knot yourself and continue to the bold city of Glasgow, where you’ll have an opportunity to join a Choice Experience for a night on the "toon".
Day 6: Glasgow – Scottish Highlands
Location: Glasgow, Scottish Highlands
Accommodation: Laggan
Accommodation Name: Laggan
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Kick-start your day with an introduction to Glasgow’s industrial past and modern revival that has given the city its characteristic gallus strut. Channel your inner Highlander next, embarking on a journey north to the banks of Loch Lomond, where a cruise to Rob Roy’s cave could be on the cards should you choose to join this Choice Experience. Later, the breathtakingly beautiful scenery of Glencoe, 'Glen of Weeping', will stir all your emotions – not least as you remember the brave clans people who fought relentlessly for their beliefs. Local shepherd Neil and his enthusiastic border collies are ready to welcome guests on their Highland sheep farm for a Choice Experience this afternoon. You can perfect your sheep-shearing skills before settling into your Highland hotel.
Day 7: Scottish Highlands – St. Andrews – Edinburgh
Location: Scottish Highlands, St. Andrews, Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel, Peebles Hydro
Accommodation Name: Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast
Robert Burns once wrote of his beloved hills of the Highlands. Your scenic drive through its mystical landscapes will leave you similarly inspired as you venture to picturesque Pitlochry on the banks of the Tummel. There’s time to explore this salmon fishing center on your own or join a Choice Experience to Blair Castle, home of the Duke of Atholl and Europe's last remaining private army. The fairways and greens of St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf, beckon and you’ll have an opportunity to snap a selfie against the backdrop of the famous 18th green.
Day 8: Edinburgh sightseeing and free time
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel, Peebles Hydro
Accommodation Name: Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tuck into a hearty Scottish breakfast with tattie scones and all the trimmings. Today you’ll need some extra sustenance as there’s much to see and do in Scotland’s hilly capital. The Georgian New Town, Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle all wait to be viewed in the company of your Local Specialist, so grab your camera and prepare for a memorable sightseeing tour revealing all the highlights of Auld Reekie. You’ll have plenty of time to explore on your own or consider joining an Optional Experience to Rosslyn Chapel or an in-depth tour of Edinburgh Castle.
Day 9: Edinburgh – York – Bradford
Location: Edinburgh, York, Bradford
Accommodation: Hotel, Leonardo
Accommodation Name: Leonardo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cheerio the noo and wave goodbye to Scotland. It’s time to venture south on your return journey through England to London, but not before you come face-to-face with Hadrian’s first-century attempt to keep the ‘barbarians’ out of his Roman Empire. You’ll not see an ancient Roman wall like it anywhere else on earth. Continue to the walled city of York, where an orientation tour will guide you through its narrow medieval streets to the 13th-century Gothic cathedral, York Minster, which dominates the city. You’ll have some time to admire the structure’s beautiful stained glass before an evening on your own, although York’s alluring history may keep you on the edge of your seat. Delve into its tales of Romans, roses and ghosts. It’s the stuff great books are made of.
Day 10: Bradford – Stratford-upon-Avon – London
Location: Bradford, Stratford-upon-Avon, London
Accommodation: Hilton Olympia
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express - Park Royal
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, we visit Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of the famous bard, William Shakespeare, who became England's most beloved playwright. It's time for one last group picture as you say a fond farewell to your Travel Director and new friends on your return to London.
Day 11: Depart London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
It's time to close the curtain on your epic adventure across England and Scotland. You'll say cheerio to new friends as you prepare for your return journey home.
What's Included
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Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included to guide and assist you throughout your journey.
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Services of a Costsaver Local Host
The services of a Costsaver Local Host are included if you stay at Costsaver's recommended London hotel.
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Cherry-picked Hotels
Stay in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted for comfort and convenience.
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City Orientation Tours
City orientation tours are included to help you explore and understand the destinations better.
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Audio Headsets
Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences.
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Luxury Air-conditioned Coach
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries, providing a comfortable and connected journey.
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Extensive Variety of Choice Experiences
An extensive variety of Choice Experiences are included to enrich your travel experience.
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Alternative Hotel Options
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
What's Not Included
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Optional Experiences
Optional experiences such as the steam train ride in the Lake District and the cruise on Lake Windermere are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for the Travel Director, Driver, and Local Specialists are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries, providing a comfortable and connected journey as you explore the heritage of England and Scotland.
Accommodation
Stay in carefully selected hotels such as the Holiday Inn Brentford Lock, Copthorne, Ibis Albert Dock, Ibis City Center, Laggan, Peebles Hydro, and Leonardo, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
Dining Summary
- 10 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Dinner (D)
Essentials
- View the Royal Castle
- Explore the historic city
- View the timbered buildings known as the 'Rows'
- Visit this picturesque region
- Visit this town, popular with eloping couples since 1754
- View Glasgow Cathedral and George Square on your orientation tour
- See Britain's largest freshwater lake
- See the Commando Memorial and Britain's highest mountain Ben Nevis and enjoy a scenic drive through Glencoe, the infamous 'Glen of Weeping'
- View the 18th green on St. Andrews Old Course
- Sightseeing with your Local Guide includes the famous Princes Street, the Royal Mile and the Castle
- View the remains of the Roman wall
- View York Minster and the Shambles
- Visit the town of Shakespeare's birth and see Anne Hathaway's cottage
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries, ensuring a comfortable and connected journey as you explore the heritage of England and Scotland.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will stay in carefully selected hotels such as the Holiday Inn Brentford Lock, Copthorne, Ibis Albert Dock, Ibis City Center, Laggan, Peebles Hydro, and Leonardo, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Many meals and daily breakfasts are included in the tour package. Specifically, the tour includes 10 breakfasts and 2 dinners.
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What optional experiences are available during the tour?
Optional experiences include a steam train ride in the Lake District, a cruise on Lake Windermere, a visit to Llangollen in North Wales, a cruise to Rob Roy’s cave on Loch Lomond, and a visit to Blair Castle.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
Travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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Are flights included in the tour package?
International and domestic flights are not included in the tour package.
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What is the role of the Travel Director during the tour?
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour to guide and assist you throughout your journey.
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What sightseeing opportunities are included in Edinburgh?
In Edinburgh, you will have a sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist, which includes the Georgian New Town, Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Royal Mile, and Edinburgh Castle.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.
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Low Deposit
Costsaver requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of costsaver charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Terms and Conditions
England and Scotland Heritage
11 Days Starting and ending in London, England
Visiting: London, Windsor, Oxford, Birmingham, Chester, Liverpool, Lake District, Glasgow, Scottish Highlands, St. Andrews, Edinburgh, York, Bradford, Stratford-upon-Avon ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
BEAIZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 52
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians