England and Scotland (Winter)

Accomodations
* 8 nights twin or triple share hotel accommodation * 7 continental breakfasts (B) & 4 three-course dinners (D) as per itinerary * Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

The Contiki Difference
* Experienced, professional Tour Manager & Driver * Modern, air-conditioned coach * Free Contiki Travelers Guide * Free Contiki document wallet * Sightseeing tours of all major cities

Depart for Europe ( Days)
Jet off to the trip of a lifetime awaiting you in Europe!

Arrive London (1 Days)
Check-in to your hotel after 2pm and the remainder of the day is free to relax before meeting your fellow travellers at 6pm. After dinner take a short walk to explore nearby Covent Garden.

London to Bristol (Dinner Days)
Meet up with your fellow travellers and Tour Manager and jump on the coach for a look at London’s iconic buildings and UNESCO World Heritage sites in our included tour. Start your tour by learning about the Royal family’s place of residence (Buckingham Palace), the horror tales of the Tower of London and the magnificent Westminster Abbey, where Princess Diana’s funeral service was held. You’ll also get to see the UNESCO World Heritage site of Stonehenge. Choose to get up close to the famous ring of stones and learn more about the legends surrounding them in an optional excursion. Next up: Bath and a taste of the high life. Time here means a look into the gorgeous city, complete with terraces, promenades and heritage buildings. Get the background on the city’s name and Roman past in an optional excursion to the stunning Roman Baths. Later, we pull into the up-and-coming city of Bristol for our overnight stay. This former industrial town has transformed into a cultural hub, with fantastic food, modern art and a buzzing harbourside area. Tonight, hit up one of Bristol’s many great places to eat and, relax, order yourself a pint and try out some traditional British food.

Bristol to York (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
Northbound, we continue on to the port city of Liverpool. Explore this cool town known as the birthplace of the Beatles and home to the famous Liverpool FC football club. Back on the coach, take in the wild countryside of the Peak District as we head to York. It’s soaked in history and English traditions. Your Tour Manager will wind back the clock and fill you in on York’s 2000-year-old history as you walk through the web of little lanes within the medieval city walls. You’ll see the impressive York Minister, the Shambles and Clifford’s Tower. For legends and folklore, opt for a night-time ghost tour that takes you through dark historic alleyways of York. Our expert Local Guide, a typical story-teller, will give you the low down on whose ghosts haunt which houses!

York to Edinburgh (1 Days)
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. Tonight, there’s a chance to experience a hearty Scottish meal, complete with haggis and a traditional bag piper. After dinner, round up some friends and head out into the city’s pumping nightlife. Edinburgh has so much on offer – so ask your Tour Manager for some tips on the city’s cosy pubs, basement bars and happening clubs.

Edinburgh (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
With a free day, decide how you want to shape your Edinburgh experience and explore this living time-line. Explore the scene-stealing Edinburgh Castle, perched high up above the city on an extinct volcano, where the Scottish crown jewels and famous Stone of Destiny are housed. Retrace Scottish royalty’s footsteps and walk the Royal Mile with its jumble of medieval houses and buildings. See the Holyrood Palace, former home to Mary Queen of Scots. For a one-stop shopping spot, make the most of Princes Street. From kilts and tartans to modern labels and cashmere, this street has it all. At lunch, go local and order some traditional fish’n’chips and a deep fried chocolate bar if you’re feeling adventurous! For a relaxing afternoon, spend some time in Edinburgh’s famous Botanical Gardens. Explore the 72 acres of grounds, exotic plants and stunning glass houses.

Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands (1 Days)
Stop by St. Andrews, Scotland’s oldest university town and the “home of golf” where you’ll see the famous course of the same name that is used in major international tournaments. Then roll on through the Scottish highlands, packed with wild mountain scenery, rugged green hills and the tales of old clans. Get the inside story on the time-old tradition of whisky, Scotland’s national drink, at our guided visit of a whisky distillery (when available). Sip on malts like the Scots and maybe even pick up a bottle to take with you. Back on the coach, plug in your headphones, sit back and take in the dramatic scenery. We drive past turreted castles and surging rivers before stopping for the night in this spectacular spot.

Scottish Highlands to Glasgow (Breakfast Days)
Next up is the stuff of legends. There’s a chance to cruise the world-famous Loch Ness, on our optional activity this morning. Find out more as your Tour Manager fills you in on the lake’s mythical monster. We continue south past Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain, and through Glencoe before heading to Glasgow, situated on the banks of the river Clyde.

Glasgow to Liverpool (1 Days)
South through Robert Burns country, we stop at Gretna Green. Leaving Scotland behind, we travel through the spectacular scenery of England's countryside. Once in Liverpool, honour the legendary group that put the city on the map with our included Magical Mystery Tour, where our Local Guide takes the group to mythical Beatles’ sites. Tonight, why not join your new friends for dinner and later get the group together to enjoy Liverpool's nightscene?

Liverpool to London (Breakfast Days)
Our first stop today is the Roman town of Chester. Then it’s back to London, where we arrive at approximately 7pm.

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London
See Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London & Westminster Abbey

Stonehenge
See the mystical boulders of Stonehenge

Bath
Visit the old Roman town, Bath

York
Guided walking tour of York

York
See York Minster and Clifford's Tower

Northumberland National Park
See Hadrian's Wall

Edinburgh
See Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and the Royal Mile

Scottish Highlands
See Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain

Scottish Highlands
Visit Loch Ness & Loch Lomond

Scottish Highlands
Scottish whisky distillery visit and tasting

Gretna Green
Entrance to Gretna Green Museum and take part in an historic wedding ceremony

Liverpool
Beatles music tour

Chester
Visit the Tudor town

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5% off for Contiki Alumni

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