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Price Includes: All motor coach and land transportation, sightseeing, admissions, services of tour director and driver, lodging, meals as specified in tour itinerary, taxes, gratuities to bellhops and waiters at included meals.

Not Included: Cost of obtaining passports or visas, laundry, meals, beverages or sightseeing not included in the itinerary, travel insurance, gratuity to guide, driver, communication charges, & excess baggage fees. Port charges and gratuities to crew are not included on cruises.

Deposit Required: $300 per person will reserve your place. A $100 service fee will be charged for cancellation at any time in addition to our normal payment and cancellation policy.

Day 1: Departure from US

We depart today and enjoy our overnight flight to London. Dinner and breakfast will be served aloft.

Day 2: Arrival in London, England

Upon our arrival, we will be met by our guide and immediately transported into the heart of one of the most historic cities, London. Upon arrival in the city we immediately have a short orientation tour followed by a boat trip down the Thames passing St. Paul's Cathedral, Sir Christopher Wren's wonderful Renaissance masterpiece, the Globe Theater and disembarking just before Tower Bridge. We travel across this world famous bridge, immortalized in a famous nursery rhyme, London Bridge, and travel for a visit to St. Paul's Cathedral. We spend time visiting the massive Cathedral before our hotel check in early this afternoon with the remainder of the day free before dinner and overnight at the hotel. (B,D)

Day 3: London & The Theater

Our sightseeing today will take us to Buckingham Palace to view the Changing of the Guard. We then travel onto Westminster Abbey, where English kings and queens have been crowned since 1066. We will visit the Royal Chapels, which hold the tombs of monarchs form past centuries. We pass by Big Ben as we travel to visit the Tower of London, one of London's oldest historical landmarks. Originally built by William the Conqueror as a fortress, this site has also served as a royal residence and a prison. See the White Tower, where prisoners such as Sir Walter Raleigh and Princess Elizabeth were held; the Crown Jewels; and St. John's Chapel, the oldest church in London. The remainder of the afternoon is free to explore on your own. This evening we have dinner at the hotel before you have the option to take in a show at one of London's famous *West End Theaters. (B,D)

Day 4: London - Stonehenge - Salisbury - Bath

This morning following breakfast we take a trip to England's mysterious Stonehenge, Britain's ancient monument more than 3000 years old. We continue west to Bath. We will include a visit to the Roman Baths, where we can marvel at the ingenuity of the ancient engineers who built them. We also see Bath Abbey, the location of the crowning of the first King of England. We travel east to Salisbury, a wonderfully preserved medieval town whose cathedral boast the highest spire in England. We will see the Magna Carta and climb the Cathedral Tower for a breathtaking view over this charming city. We return to Bath where before checking in to our hotel we have a brief drive around Bath viewing some of the architectural wonders of Bath, including Pulteney Bridge and the Royal Crescent. You are free in Bath this evening for dinner on your own. (B)

Day 5: Bath - Oxford - Stratford

This morning we depart Bath and travel east to Oxford. This morning is free for time on your own in Oxford, England's oldest university city, famous for its medieval colleges, green quadrangles and dreaming spires. During your free time be sure to visit the several colleges, including Christ Church. We depart Oxford and set out for the beautiful Cotswold region. Driving through the beautiful small villages with the rolling brooks and bridges we arrive in Stratford-upon-Avon to surround ourselves by the world's famous playwright Shakespeare. Upon arrival we visit Anne Hathaway's Cottage. The remainder of the day is free to explore this town forever associated with famous playwright. We have dinner and overnight this evening in Stratford. (B,D)

Day 6: Stratford - York

After breakfast we drive across England heading north to York. York today remains as a true representation of medieval England. As we take a walking tour through these historic streets we arrive at York Minster, England's largest cathedral. Inside you view the great stained window dating back to 1338 and reputably the size of a doubles tennis court. As York remains one of the top destinations to visit in Northern England we give you the remainder of the day free. Explore the many streets and shopping areas throughout the old city. With motor vehicles prohibited in the old city section, York boasts a wonderful setting to immerse yourself in the culture, or take in an additional site as Clifford's Tower, the Jorvik Viking center, Yorkshire Museum and much more. This evening we return to our hotel for dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 7: York - Durham - Edinburgh

After hotel breakfast we continue north to Scotland. We make a stop in the historic city of Durham. The close proximity of the castle, cathedral and ancient university, surrounded by a loop of the River Wear, makes this medieval treasure one of the loveliest cities in England. After a visit to Durham Cathedral we will continue to Chesters Fort on Hadrian's Wall, the defensive boundary the Romans built to mark the northernmost point of their empire. At Chesters, the gateways, headquarters buildings and barrack blocks of the Roman fort can all be traced. There are also the remains of a bath house. The remainder of the day is spent resting as our motorcoach treks north through the countryside en-route to Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. We arrive and have dinner and overnight in Edinburgh. (B,D)

Day 8: Edinburgh

We have morning sightseeing with a local expert who introduces you to the 200-year-old New Town and famous scientists, inventors and novelists. In the Old Town, drive up the narrow Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle to admire Scotland's Crown Jewels, then explore Holyrood Palace, the Queen's official Scottish residence. The afternoon is free to enjoy this "Prince of Cities" at your own pace. Later, the guide will aid those who chose a unique optional experience: board the former Royal Yacht Britannia, which for the Queen was once the perfect royal residence for glittering state visits and family holidays. Tour five decks and see how the Royal Family and crew of 240 lived and worked on board. Free time for dinner rounds off this optional evening. One option for dinner tonight is a Scottish evening with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and the Ceremony of the Haggis. (B)

Day 9: Edinburgh - St. Andrews - Pitlorchy

We leave Edinburgh, traveling north and inland to Pitlorchy. En-route we make a stop in St. Andrews. Immortalized for its famous golf course, St. Andrews is also known as Scotland's oldest university town. We visit the British Golf Museum for a history of the famous game. Those not interested will have the opportunity to explore the three main streets and numerous cobbled alleys full of crooked house fronts and shops. We travel to Pitlorchy, famous as a resort, named by Queen Victoria, and is a good example of Scottish life. We visit nearby Blair Castle. This rambling, turreted castle has been altered and extended so often in its 700-year history it portrays a perfect example of Scottish aristocratic life. We return to Pitlorchy with the greater part of the day free to walk the town and shop. We have dinner and overnight in Pitlorchy this evening. (B,D)

Day 10: Scottish Walk - Inverness

Today we venture into nature. For those interested, just north of Pitlorchy we have a nature walk along the Killiecrankie trail. In an area famous for its scenery and historical connections, this walk is fairly flat following the River Garry, meandering through a wooded gorge and crosses one of Queen Victoria's favorite Highland areas. Those who do not walk are free to rest and further explore all that Pitlorchy has to offer. We then set off north, winding through the Highland's many gorges. We arrive in Inverness. Inverness is the capital of the Highlands and our panoramic bus tour includes many sights of importance to the history of this Highland city. We view the Inverness Castle, the Town Hall with its eloquent architecture and the city center before having dinner and overnight at our hotel. (B,D)

Day 11: Inverness - Loch Ness - Fort William - Oban

This morning we begin as investigators as we search for the Loch Ness Monster beginning with an expedition along the shores of the Loch. If we are unsuccessful in our sighting, our visit to the Loch Ness Monster Museum provides photographic evidence to challenge the skeptics. En route to Oban, our tour of the Highland scenery ends in the shadow of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Britain, at the village of Fort William. After spending time walking Fort William's High street, with a wealth of culture and shops, we travel south for dinner and overnight in the coastal town of Oban. (B,D)

Day 12: Isles of Mull & Iona

Following breakfast we board a ferry, which will take us to the scenic Isle of Mull, then on to the Isle of Iona. On Iona we will discover the first Christian monastic settlement in Scotland, built in the 6th century by St. Columba, whose missionary journeys resulted in the extension of Christianity all over Europe. After spending time enjoying the history and scenery on the isles, we return to Oban for dinner and a second overnight in Oban. (B,D)

Day 13: Oban - Trossachs - Stirling - Glasgow

After breakfast we continue through the historic Trossachs, where the rugged scenery inspired Sir Walter Scott to write "The Lady of the Lake" and also provided the setting for the bandit hero, Rob Roy. Our day ends with a visit to the Battlefield of Bannockburn and a view of Stirling Castle, where Mary was crowned Queen of Scots. We visit this impressive Castle atop a volcanic outcrop before venturing into Glasgow and our final dinner and overnight in the British Isles. (B,D)

Day 14: Departure from Glasgow

Your experience ends as your Tour Manager/ Guide accompanies you to the airport for the return flight home. (B)

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• Introduction
• Day 1 ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
• Day 2 LONDON
• Day 3 LONDON–OXFORD–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON–LEEDS
• Day 4 LEEDS–YORK–NEWCASTLE
• Day 5 NEWCASTLE–JEDBURGH, SCOTLAND–EDINBURGH
• Day 6 EDINBURGH
• Day 7 EDINBURGH–ST. ANDREWS–PITLOCHRY–CULLODEN MOOR–INVERNESS–STRATHPEFFER
• Day 8 STRATHPEFFER. WEST COAST EXCURSION
• Day 9 STRATHPEFFER–FORT WILLIAM–GLASGOW
• Day 10 GLASGOW–ALLOWAY–BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND
• Day 11 BELFAST–GIANT’S CAUSEWAY–DERRY–SLIGO, IRELAND
• Day 12 SLIGO–GALWAY–CLIFFS OF MOHER–LIMERICK
• Day 13 LIMERICK–DINGLE PENINSULA–KILLARNEY
• Day 14 KILLARNEY. RING OF KERRY EXCURSION
• Day 15 KILLARNEY–BLARNEY–DUNGARVAN–TRAMORE
• Day 16 TRAMORE–WATERFORD–KILKENNY–DUBLIN
• Day 17 DUBLIN
• Day 18 DUBLIN–CAERNARFON, WALES–LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND
• Day 19 LIVERPOOL–BUILTH WELLS, WALES–BRECON–CARDIFF
• Day 20 CARDIFF–BATH, ENGLAND–GLASTONBURY–WIDECOMBE–PLYMOUTH
• Day 21 PLYMOUTH. LOOE EXCURSION
• Day 22 PLYMOUTH–STONEHENGE–LONDON
• Day 23 LONDON

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• A Carol · October 13th, 2023 We thoroughly enjoyed our British Isles indepth tour with Cosmos. Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Heather · October 13th, 2023 Our tour guide Andrew was amazing,so knowledgeable on everywhere we traveled,he told some great stories / history and more,& Barry our driver was excellent,the coach was clean - both inside and out daily,& great at driving. Trip date: May 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Rodney · October 8th, 2023 My wife & I are very satisfied with our Cosmos UK tour. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the locations we visited and their history. The drivers drove the big coaches expertly through some very skinny roads and tight town corners. All... Show more Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Susan (sue) · October 8th, 2023 My first cosmos trip and first big bus trip. Previously done small group travel. Delighted with way trip allowed both free time and organized time. Itinerary was great. Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Bruce · October 8th, 2023 Overall tour lived up to expectations. Some great sights locations. Information from guide was amazing. Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Elizabeth · October 8th, 2023 The itinerary was fabulous. Amazing tour director and driver Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Rebecca · October 1st, 2023 Steve and Deb were amazing and added a new level to the tour! Our group had an amazing time and I seen so much of the UK and Ireland. Thank you for such an organised and knowledgeable tour Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Norm · October 1st, 2023 We seen many locations that we wouldn't have even thought of if doing on our own. Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Anonymous · August 5th, 2023 Trip was excellent,loved the Scottish Highlands,the scenery was amazing,all the places were interesting of the entire British Isles,friendly people everywhere,great food and wonderful memories of all. Trip date: May 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
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15 Day Britain and Ireland Tour to York, Edinburgh, Dublin and the Ring of Kerry

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All the highlights and some special travel surprises feature on this in-depth UK and Ireland trip. Feel the pride of the Welsh people, see the seat where Irish kings once ruled and sample a pint of the favorite local brew during a tour of the Guinness Brewery in Dublin.

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Sightseeing highlights.

Explore Dublin and Edinburgh with a Local Specialist

Discover Bath, Cardiff, Chester, York and Oxford

Visit Stonehenge, the Roman Baths, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone, the Rock of Cashel, Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle and Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon

View the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Alnwick Castle, York Minster, Anne Hathaway's cottage and Sir Winston Churchill's grave at Bladon

See St. Patrick's Cathedral, the Georgian Squares in Dublin and the Lake District's magnificent scenery

Scenic Drive of the Ring of Kerry

Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates

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Visit the Roman and Georgian highlights of the UNESCO protected Bath.

Reflect on Northern Ireland’s troubled past on a city tour.

Explore Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London.

Learn about the tales of the prisoners detained in Kilmainham Gaol on a shared tour of the former prison.

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On arrival at Heathrow Airport you're met by your private driver and transported to your centrally located hotel in Bath, via a private electric car. Along the way, you will stop in Stonehenge to see this ancient Neolithic stone circle.

Today see Bath's famous historical attractions. Your expert private guide will greet you at your hotel, then start the day with you at the Roman Baths. You’ll explore the bathhouse and accompanying exhibits with your guide. You'll then visit the Bath Abbey, a beautiful building which has stood since the early 1600s. From the abbey you’ll walk to the Royal Crescent, one of England’s finest examples of Georgian architecture. In the afternoon you will experience the English tradition of high tea at the Pump Rooms.

Make your own way to the train station for your train to London. In the afternoon meet your private guide in a traditional black cab for a tour of the city passing by Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, and many other major landmarks.

Today meet your private guide in your hotel and make your way to Westminster Abbey by public transport. Your guide can uncover the history of the Abbey before you take a relaxing boat ride along the River Thames to the Tower of London. Here, tour one of the most well-known landmarks in the city.

This morning, meet your private guide for an in-depth tour of St. Paul's Cathedral before heading across the city to explore the Churchill War Rooms.

Make your own way to the station to board a train to Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city. While aboard the train enjoy the sights of picturesque northern England as you pass by fields, forests and villages. Upon arrival in Edinburgh, make your way to your centrally located hotel.

Spend your morning with your guide on a walking tour of Edinburgh's old and new towns. Explore The Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, shop in the ancient marketplace, Grassmarket and walk up Arthur's Seat for views across the whole city.

Your driver-guide picks you up this morning for a day of exploring the castles and palaces in the environs of Edinburgh. Take a step back in time while visiting the mysterious 15th-century Rosslyn Chapel, wandering the maze-like ruins of the royal residence and military base of Linlithgow Palace, admiring the dark and striking Blackness Castle situated on the Firth of Forth, and learning about the historical and artistic significance of the grand country manor of Hopetoun House.

Depart Edinburgh and travel over to Speyside. Along the way, you’ll stop in Dalwhinnie Distillery for a shared tour and tasting.

Today you're taken to Rothiemurchus Estate to spend the day enjoying the great outdoors. Explore the estate with a countryside ranger in his Land Rover, with the opportunity to hand feed deer and participate in other outdoor activities if you choose.

Your private driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Inverness Airport for your short flight to Belfast. On arrival, you're met by your private driver for the transfer to your hotel.

This morning you're picked up by a private driver, and you’ll embark on a black cab political tour of the city, providing backstory and insight into the city's struggles. In the afternoon, explore the Titanic Exhibition, tickets included.

A private driver meets you at your hotel this morning to take you on a full day excursion along the Antrim Coast to the Giant's Causeway. Along the way, you can admire the scenery, most recently used in the filming of the popular show, Game of Thrones.

A private driver takes you to the station this morning in time for your train to Dublin. You're picked up from Dublin station by a private driver and driven to your hotel. Following this, you're taken to the Guinness Storehouse for a tour and the chance to pour the perfect pint.

This morning, meet your private guide and enjoy a walking tour of Dublin. During the tour, stop at Trinity College to see the Book of Kells. After the walking tour, you have the opportunity to explore the historic Kilmainham Gaol.

This morning meet your private driver and drive to Killarney via the historic Rock of Cashel. This striking early Christian site towers over the town of Cashel and once served as the seat of the ancient kings.

Spend the day today experiencing the sights along the Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring with a private driver-guide.

This morning embark on a jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park. Later, you'll be picked up by a private driver and taken to Limerick.

Your private driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Shannon Airport for your flight home.

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Cliff at Lyons

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Your Coach Tour of Britain

Your escorted tour of Britain may take you to one or more of the four separate countries in the United Kingdom; England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Each country has its own unique cultures and traditions, as well as having very distinctive dialects and accents. London is the capital city of England and the United Kingdom and combines rich history with a world of contemporary design. This city is so vast you would need a few days to get the most out of it. The best way is with a hop-on hop-off double decker bus tour. See the Tower of London and Big Ben, the iconic bell of the famous clock which sits at the Palace of Westminster. Visit the boutiques that line the streets of Knightsbridge, browse the iconic Harrods store, or explore Portobello Road and Camden Market and pick up a bargain. Later, take in a show at London’s West End and revel in the bustling crowds jostling for a place in between all the restaurants, theatres, cinemas and nightclubs. Lastly, take an evening walk to Leicester Square with its vibrant atmosphere of revellers and street entertainers who light up the night sky. Enjoy a night ot two in your London hotel before joining your guided tour of Britain leaving next morning. 

The Historical City of York

Another English gem that is soaked in fascinating history that you may visit on y our guided vacation by coach.  From the Vikings and Romans to the War of the Roses, this extraordinary place has it all. Evidence of medieval times is all around to see; especially The Shambles, a narrow medieval street overlooked by beautifully preserved shop buildings. The majestic York Minster is also not to be missed. Visit the National Railway Museum with its large array of vintage trains, and then enjoy a drink in one of Britain's oldest pubs -The Royal Oak, or most haunted - The Golden Fleece! Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland which offers plenty of wonderful and unique experiences. Enjoy the Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle in the summer month of August. Experience some live shows at the world famous Edinburgh arts festival and revel in the party atmosphere.

The Scottish Highlands, Wales and Ireland

On a UK coach holiday, these are a spectacle not to be missed.They will take your breath away as you drive through the many twisting roads and striking scenery. As Scotland's largest whisky region, grab a chance to visit a distillery such as the Glengoyne Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky Distillery. Cardiff is the capital city of Wales and is home to some impressive visitor attractions. Spend a day visiting Cardiff Castle and its exhibits, or immerse yourself in the arts at the Cardiff Bay Millennium Centre. Watch anything from West End musicals and contemporary dance to stand-up comedy and opera, the list is endless.  The Mermaid Quay also houses many wonderful bars and restaurants. The Giant’s Causeway can be found in Northern Ireland on the North Antrim coast and is famous for its unique polygonal basalt columns. Visit the Titanic Belfast, a museum and monument situated close to where the tragic RMS Titanic was built. For a bit more excitement, have a Game Of Thrones experience and join a tour where the award-winning phenomenon is filmed.

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Destination: British Isles

Discover Great Britain and Ireland | Small Group Tours British Isles.

Packed to the brim with history, culture, and striking scenery, Great Britain and Ireland have a lot to offer the traveller. Our small group tour of the British isles are perfect for the mature or senior traveller who wants to explore Britain and Ireland as part of an intimate guided tour with an expert local guide. From walking tours of England Scotland and Ireland to tracing the Industrial revolution, you can explore Britain on a tour with Odyssey. We take in the must-see sights, while nonetheless offering experiences that venture off the beaten path on Odyssey Travellers collection of British tours.

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Channel islands 2 tours.

England 22 tours

Ireland 4 tours

Northern Ireland 3 tours

Scotland 15 tours

Wales 6 tours

Seemingly tucked away in the corner of the world, the British Isles nonetheless exert a world-wide influence that belies their small size. English literature buffs familiar with Shakespeare, Jane Austen, or the Romantic Poets will relish Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, the Lake District , and Bath, while amateur historians will enjoy visits to medieval castles, the Tower of London and St Paul’s Cathedral. In Scotland, experience the local culture – ‘neeps and tatties’, the Edinburgh military tattoo, and local whiskey ; while in Wales , enjoy our walking tour of its unjustly neglected coastline.

Across the St George’s Channel (Irish sea), our visits to Dublin take in Ireland’s tangible historical remnants – the Book of Kells, O’Connell Street, and St Patrick’s Cathedral – in order to understand its turbulent history. We also offer a trip off the beaten path to see Northern Ireland, including the Giant’s Causeway. And wherever we are, our itinerary always takes time to journey into the British Isles spectacular scenery: England’s Cotswold and quaint villages; Snowdonia National Park in Wales ; the Scottish highlands and Loch Lomond; and Ireland’s Cliffs of Moher and Killarney National Park (on the Ring of Kerry). For those mature and senior travellers seeking a small group tour of the British isles and small group tours of Ireland and Scotland 2020 – 2021 we offer over 100 departures from our small group tour of the British isles collection each year.

Odyssey’s tours to Scotland, Ireland, England and Wales are all an escorted tour with a tour manager often accompanied by a knowledgeable local tour guide. Whether your are on a Ireland tour for the first time or a Scotland tour heading for the Scottish highlands, our tour director will have the itinerary for your sightseeing tour planned out. If you are on walking tours of England Scotland and Ireland, then on this walking holiday your tour manager will have the coach ready for ready for the hike into the countryside, over rolling hills, pausing in quaint villages for lunch. We enjoy preparing for each tour to ensure whatever small group tour or walking holiday you choose that we have prepared for your trip.

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A Journey Through Britain's Roman Roads

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Britain: First Industrial Nation

Britain: The First Industrial Nation In the mid-18th century, the Industrial Revolution was largely confined to Britain. Historians and economists continue to debate what it was that sparked the urbanisation and industrialisation that would change…

Britain’s National Trust role for successful small group history tours

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Throughout the nation, from Yorkshire to Orkney, miles of moss-covered dry stone walls snake their way through the open land. You would be forgiven for not looking twice. However, dry stone walls offer an alternative route into the history of humanity in the British Isles.

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Article on Britain's neolithic past for small group educational tours for senior couples and mature solo travellers interested in learning about Standing stones, burial chambers , Skara Brae and Stonehenge or Beaker people.

When is the best time to go on your UK trip?

The best time to visit the United Kingdom is in spring (late March to early June) and autumn (September to November), when it’s usually warm and dry. You’ll see beautiful spring flowers or the leaves changing hue in autumn, and avoid the much busier summer period.

Why choose a small group tour?

Odyssey specialises in educational small group tours , for seniors , typically groups between 6 to 12 people, and no more than 18 travellers. Odyssey has been offering this style of adventure and educational programs, since 1983.

We offer a wide range of educational, cultural and heritage journeys that expand horizons and broaden the mind. Our tours are designed for active, inquisitive travellers in a small group environment.

What's the accommodation like on a group tour?

In major cities, Odyssey stays in centrally located 3-4 star hotels, with easy access to public transport. In smaller towns or rural areas, we usually stay in family-run hotels or guesthouses. On our long stay tours, during which you spend the length of the tour in a single location, we use serviced apartments.

What ages are the group holidays suitable for?

Whether travelling solo, in a couple, or with friends, Odyssey Traveller caters primarily for travellers over 50, over 60, over 70 or 80 years of age. Therefore, your travelling companions are sure to share your interests. They will want similar experiences in an environment of mutual understanding. We design all programs with the mature traveller in mind. Travelling solo does not mean travelling alone, so when there’s free time to explore you’re sure to have another solo traveler or couple ready to join you if you wish. Single travelers make about a third of our groups and many a repeat travelers!

How big are the group sizes on your tours?

Odyssey specialises in educational small group tours , for seniors , typically groups between 6 to 12 people, and averages at 12 participants per tour, a mix of singles and couples.

First solo trip with Odyssey?

Odyssey offers a collection of genuine small group tour(s) Odyssey tours are priced to reflect that these are small group tours. Typically this means you are part of a small group of 6 to 12 people, not part of a group of 18 or more. Small group means you and fellow traveller enjoying an evening meal around one dinner table. So, we do not achieve the economies of scale of 18 plus on a coach that a larger tour operator would offer, because this is not the type of trip or touring experience our clients seek from us.

Odyssey tours are genuinely based around;

• A Small group tour of less than 18 people for the mature traveller as holidays for a couple and holidays for solo travellers over 50.
• Knowledgeable local expert guides and a great tour leader who has an interest in the theme of the tour.
• Inclusive pricing, including all entrances, tipping and the majority of meals included. That means, no hidden extras with respect to cost. Transparent pricing of the single supplement for the single traveller.
• A learning based escorted tour with a like minded fellow traveller.
• Accommodation in 3 & 4 star hotels and self catering apartments.
• A blend of group learning, touring activities and free time to explore a place further, whether on a discovery or walking holiday program.
• No name badges or flags to follow when out and about.
• Travel to places that extend your learning and curiosity, often where others will not follow.
• Spending typically between 60 to 85% of the operating cost of the tour in the country visited, benefiting the local communities directly.

Do you have any other holidays that aren't with a group?

Odyssey welcome enquiries for private groups, at a minimum of 6 participants.

What is a small group tour?

Tours typically span between two to three weeks in duration. An Odyssey small group tour seeks to stay typically 2 to 3 nights in each location in good 3 or 4 star hotels. These are an escorted tour that have evolved to be a good blend of touring and seeing. As well as opportunities to spend time in key places to take a half or full day break from the group enabling you should you with to be a solo traveller for a few hours or explore with a travelling companion a particular place or take time out for a break, before we travel on to our next destination. For the solo traveller , Odyssey has a expansive range of holidays for solo travellers over 50 to choose from, though we do not offer a regular river cruise or a dedicated solos holiday or solo travel tours.

For the solo traveller there is a single supplement charged on all of Odyssey Travellers small group tour programs. The single supplement reflects the cost of single occupancy of a hotel room with a double bed in your own room (generally, no single bedded rooms are offered across Europe) or a single cabin on a cruise . There are no additional charges made any client booking holidays for solo travellers over 50 years of age, just the single supplement , we like to keep a level of transparency in the prices charged.

Which countries do small group tours go to?

Odyssey Traveller offers tours all over the world. We have a range of tours across Europe , The British Isles , Asia , Africa , The Middle East , and The Americas . We can take you to see the Northern Lights in the outermost regions of Norway. You can travel with us to the jungles of Madagascar to experience its magnificent landscape and wildlife or see the ruins of Machu Picchu in South America . Or take a journey through history with a tour with the theme of Britain’s canals and railways . If you enjoy a spot of cruising, join our Journey through Mongolia and Russia which includes a 10 night river cruise between Moscow and St. Petersburg, or our Egypt tour with an amazing Nile river cruise . If you prefer to stay closer to home, we have a great selection of tours in Australia to Western Australia, South Australia, Northern territory, Kata tjuta Outback Queensland, but not the great barrier reef or Ayers rock, Kangaroo Island but Tasmania as well as New Zealand , visiting both North island and the South Island including the east coast, Rotorua, Milford Sound, and Queenstown.

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Travel to some of the world’s most magnificent cities and through the magical countryside of Britain and Ireland. This comprehensive journey takes you through rolling farmland and across the Irish Sea, through England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Marvel at the mystery of Stonehenge. Experience a traditional afternoon tea in London. Be mesmerized by the breathtaking landscapes of Ireland’s Ring of Kerry, the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders, and the medieval “shambles” of York. Admire the ancient Roman ruins in elegant Bath. Get acquainted with Britain’s pageantry in the royal cities of Edinburgh and London.

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Ponder ancient mysteries at Stonehenge.

Experience the Ring of Kerry, one of the world’s great coastal roads.

• Explore the Roman Bath Museum's 2,000-year-old elaborate spas.

Visit York’s incredible Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe.

Cultural Experiences:

Behold the sights of Killarney on a traditional jaunting car.

Visit an innovative 500-acre family farm in the Scottish Borders.

Enjoy an evening of traditional Irish song and dance in Dublin.

Culinary Inclusions:

Delve into Scottish culture with a whisky-inspired dinner.

Explore Wales’ rich cultural heritage at an evening of Welsh music, poetry and cuisine.

Experience a traditional afternoon tea in London.

• Afternoon Tea
• Cardiff Castle
• Choice on Tour: St. Fagan’s National Museum of History or Leisure Time in Cardiff
• Welsh Evening
• Choice on Tour: House of Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre or Walking Tour of Waterford City
• Blarney Castle
• Ring of Kerry
• Jaunting Car Ride
• Choice on Tour: Dublin City Tour by Bus or Walking Dublin City Tour
• Traditional Irish Night

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Step into the formal world of the British Monarchy when you visit the stately and expansive Windsor Castle. His Majesty King Charles III uses Windsor as both a private home and as a Royal residence where formal duties of state are performed. Windsor’s 1,000 rooms comprise the largest inhabited castle in the world. It dates back to the 1070s, when William the Conqueror built the original wooden structure, now replaced by the grand stone edifices. Explore one of Britain’s most visited historic buildings, its precincts, and the State Apartments, which house a delightful collection of Royal art treasures. Enjoy time for lunch in the quaint town of Windsor before heading back to London. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the castle that houses so much British history and lore is not to be missed!

Explore the Roman Bath Museum's 2,000-year-old elaborate spas.

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Day 1 : Arrive In London,England

Location: london, accommodation: hotel, accommodation name: novotel london west, meals included: no meals.

Check into your hotel. In the afternoon, there’s time to rest or to start exploring the lively British capital; uniformed hosts are available to help you make the most of your stay.

Day 2 : London

Meals included: breakfast.

What’s your pleasure? Today is devoted to exploring on your own or enjoying our exciting program of optional activities. You may choose to join a Local Guide for an optional morning sightseeing tour of the city’s famous landmarks: the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall’s mounted horseguards and the Prime Minister’s Downing Street residence, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. The highlight is a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral, Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece built between 1675 and 1708. Later, maybe visit Windsor Castle or the Tower of London with its spectacular Crown Jewels. Tonight, we recommend our optional Taste of London excursion with dinner, followed by a guided illumination cruise on the River Thames.

Day 3 : London,Oxford,Stratford-Upon-Avon,Leeds

Location: london, oxford, stratford-upon-avon, leeds, accommodation name: mercure wetherby hotel, meals included: breakfast, dinner.

Meet your Tour Director and travel companions and depart at 8 am for a memorable day of sightseeing, including a walking tour of Oxford, one of the country’s oldest seats of learning; then, skirt the Cotswold Hills to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon. Take photos of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and explore the town at your own pace. Overnight in Leeds. Today’s Distance: 249 mi/ 400 km

Day 4 : Leeds,York,Newcastle

Location: leeds, york, newcastle upon tyne, accommodation name: jurys inn newcastle.

This morning, head north to York, England’s most complete medieval city. Stand in awe in front of the great structure of York Minster, then follow your Tour Director through a maze of quaint streets, including the narrow Shambles. Stop for the night in Newcastle, once an important hub for the wool trade and coal mining and now a vibrant, modern city. Today’s Distance: 103 mi/ 166 km

Day 5 : Newcastle-Jedburgh,Scotland-Edinburgh

Location: newcastle upon tyne, jedburgh, edinburgh, accommodation name: leonardo hotel edinburgh murrayfield.

On your way to Scotland, drive along the picturesque coastline to Berwick-upon-Tweed, situated just south of the Scottish border. This peaceful town suffered a turbulent past, and its Elizabethan walls, built to keep invading Scots from entering the town, could tell a curious tale. Stop for photographs of the Firth of Forth in pretty North Berwick before arriving in Edinburgh. Later, join an optional tour with dinner. For departures August 4 and August 18, tickets are included for tonight’s performance of the world-renowned Military Tattoo. Today’s Distance: 121 mi/ 195 km

Day 6 : Edinburgh

Location: edinburgh.

A full day to enjoy the Scottish capital. Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town,” home to famous scientists, inventors, and novelists. In the “Old Town,” visit Edinburgh Castle to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Afternoon at leisure. A suggestion for this evening: a traditional Scottish night out, with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and, of course, the Ceremony of the Haggis.

Day 7 : Edinburgh,St. Andrews,Pitlochry,Culloden Moor,Inverness,Strathpeffer

Location: edinburgh, st andrews, pitlochry, culloden moor, inverness, strathpeffer, accommodation name: ben wyvis hotel.

A day of memorable sightseeing. Take the elegant Forth Road Bridge to St. Andrews, whose Royal and Ancient Golf Club has given us the rules of golfing, then cross the Firth of Tay and, via Dundee and Perth, head into the Highlands, with a stop in the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry. Cross the battlefield of Culloden Moor with its memories of Bonnie Prince Charlie, then via Inverness, head for your Highland destination. Today’s Distance: 221 mi/ 355 km

Day 8 : Strathpeffer. West Coast Excursion

Location: dornoch firth, strathpeffer.

More spectacular Scottish scenery: Dornoch Firth, the Kyle of Sutherland, the Falls of Shin, the Mountains of Assynt, and Knockan Crag. Then, follow Strath Oykel for a visit to Ullapool, a remote fishing harbor on Loch Broom, before returning along Loch Glascarnoch. Our recommendation for this afternoon: join the optional Loch Ness Experience, which includes a cruise on the loch, followed by supper. Today’s Distance: 123 mi/ 198 km

Day 9 : Strathpeffer,Fort William,Glasgow

Location: fort william, glasgow, accommodation name: leonardo inn glasgow west end.

More heather-clad moors as you drive through the western Highlands all the way to Fort William beneath Ben Nevis. Glen Coe, where the MacDonald Clan was massacred in 1692, and a drive along the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond are scenic highlights on the way to Glasgow, Scotland’s great cultural city. Today’s Distance: 183 mi/ 295 km

Day 10 : Glasgow,Alloway,Belfast,Northern Ireland

Location: glasgow, alloway, belfast, accommodation name: jurys inn belfast.

On this morning’s orientation drive through Scotland’s largest city, see the fine 12th-century cathedral, imposing university buildings, and elegant Georgian squares, built by wealthy tobacco barons. Later, stop at Alloway, the birthplace of Robert Burns, before boarding the ferry for the Irish Sea, crossing to Belfast. Today’s Distance: 100 mi/ 160 km

Day 11 : Belfast,Giant’S Causeway,Derry,Sligo,Ireland

Location: belfast, giant's causeway, londonderry, sligo, accommodation name: southern hotel sligo.

Take the scenic route along the Antrim Coast to awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway, then let the province’s story unfold as you head for the city of Derry. Arrive in Sligo, tonight’s destination. Today’s Distance: 214 mi/ 344 km

Day 12 : Sligo,Galway,Cliffs Of Moher,Limerick

Location: sligo, galway, cliffs of moher, limerick, accommodation: lodge, lodge, accommodation name: auburn lodge hotel.

Travel south to Galway, a popular seaside destination and a buzzing cosmopolitan district with vibrant shops and a busy café and bar culture. Then, cross the limestone plateau of The Burren to visit the spectacular 668-foot Cliffs of Moher. Tonight, a chance to attend an optional medieval banquet at a historic castle. Today’s Distance: 161 mi/ 260 km

Day 13 : Limerick,Dingle Peninsula,Killarney

Location: limerick, dingle peninsula, killarney, accommodation: lodge, hotel, lodgelodge, accommodation name: the parkavon hotel, meals included: breakfast, breakfast, dinner.

Via Adare and Tralee into County Kerry. Breathtaking scenery this afternoon on the Dingle Peninsula, where the 32-mile Slea Head drive affords magnificent vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. Afternoon arrival in Killarney, your destination for the next two nights. Today’s Distance: 154 mi/ 249 km

Day 14 : Killarney. Ring Of Kerry Excursion

Location: killarney, ring of kerry.

At Killorglin, join the road known as the Ring of Kerry for a 100-mile coastal panoramic drive featuring sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly painted farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with subtropical vegetation, and spectacular views of the Lakes of Killarney. Then, a special optional adventure: take a horse-drawn jaunting car along the national park lakeshore for pictures of Ross Castle. Later, enjoy the optional outing to Tralee for dinner and a performance at Siamsa Tire, Ireland’s National Folk Theatre. Today’s Distance: 100 mi / 160 km

Day 15 : Killarney,Blarney,Dungarvan,Tramore

Location: killarney, blarney, dungarvan, tramore, accommodation name: majestic hotel.

More scenic beauty as you head into County Cork. Stop in Blarney, famous for its Stone of Eloquence, with time at your leisure to see the castle, and shop for Irish crafts and handmade crystal. After lunch, drive past Cork, the country’s second-largest city. Finally, pass Dungarvan and travel along the Copper Coast to the seaside resort of Tramore. Tonight, maybe join an optional pub tour before dinner at your hotel. Today’s Distance: 131 mi/ 211 km

Day 16 : Tramore,Waterford,Kilkenny,Dublin

Location: tramore, waterford, kilkenny, dublin, accommodation name: the bonnington dublin hotel.

On your northbound journey pause in Waterford, famous for its exquisite crystal, and visit Kilkenny, one of Ireland’s prettiest towns with medieval cobblestone streets and Old-World charm. Afternoon arrival in Dublin—top off the day with an optional Irish cabaret evening including dinner, dance, song, and laughter. Today’s Distance: 128 mi/ 205 km

Day 17 : Dublin

Location: dublin.

A day in the “Fair City” starts off with an orientation drive through Ireland’s capital and includes statue-lined O’Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The rest of the day is free to enjoy Dublin at leisure. This evening’s optional dinner excursion is to the famous Guinness Storehouse.

Day 18 : Dublin,Caernarvon,Wales,Liverpool,England

Location: dublin, caernarfon, wales, liverpool, accommodation name: jurys inn liverpool.

Take the ferry across the Irish Sea to Holyhead on the Welsh Isle of Anglesey with its tongue-twisting names. Explore North Wales on the way to Caernarvon where the castle saw the investiture of Charles as Prince of Wales, before arriving in Liverpool. Today’s Distance: 180 mi/ 290 km

Day 19 : Liverpool,Builth Wells,Wales,Brecon,Cardiff

Location: liverpool, builth wells, brecon, cardiff, accommodation name: novotel cardiff.

A day dedicated to Wales as you head south through the ancient market town of Builth Wells and Brecon Beacons National Park, land of salmon rivers and the Welsh mountain pony. In Cardiff, an orientation drive takes in Cathays Park with its splendid civic buildings and Cardiff Castle. Tonight’s optional excursion is an evening of Welsh entertainment and dinner. Today’s Distance: 174 mi/ 281 km

Day 20 : Cardiff,Bath,England,Glastonbury,Widecombe,Plymouth

Location: cardiff, bath, glastonbury, widecombe in the moor, plymouth, accommodation name: jurys inn plymouth.

Across the Severn Bridge to the elegant Georgian city of Bath, famed for its Roman relics. Into the West Country via Glastonbury and its legends of King Arthur, and wild and romantic Dartmoor with a visit to the picture-book village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor. Upon arrival in Plymouth, hear about Sir Francis Drake and see the Mayflower Steps, where the Pilgrim Fathers embarked in 1620. Today’s Distance: 198 mi/ 319 km

Day 21 : Plymouth. Looe Excursion

Location: plymouth, looe.

Today’s excursion takes you to the pretty fishing village and former smuggler’s port of Looe. Then, follow in the footsteps of Drake, Raleigh, and the Pilgrim Fathers on an optional cruise on Plymouth Sound, one of the world’s greatest natural harbors. Today’s Distance: 45 mi/ 65 km

Day 22 : Plymouth,Stonehenge,London

Location: plymouth, stonehenge, london.

An interesting day heading into Thomas Hardy’s Wessex and a visit to intriguing, prehistoric Stonehenge. Explore the visitor center with its imaginative exhibitions, then admire the magnificence of the monument up close. Return to London in the early evening. How about celebrating the success of your tour with a night out on the town? Today’s Distance: 215 mi/ 346 km

Day 23 : London

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

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*Ask Alfred children's concierge; * Multilingual staff; * Free WiFi access; * Disabled access including 10 adapted rooms; * 5 family rooms; * Gift shop; * Laundry and dry cleaning services; * Fully equipped fitness room; * Extensive onsite parking outside the London congestion charge zone; * Artist Corner - à la carte dinner menu offering modern European cuisine and sumptuous afternoon tea; * The Brasserie Restaurant & Bar - serving an extensive buffet breakfast each morning and traditional pub fare for lunch and dinner with a great selection of beers and wines; * Bugis Street Brasserie - authentic Singaporean, Mlaysian and Chinese cuisine, open for lunch and dinner; * Cafexpress - freshly made sandwiches, soups, pastries and drinks to go.

Set among fields, the Holiday Inn Leeds Garforth is situated just a short drive from Leeds city centre. The hotel features the Aioli Restaurant for breakfast and dinner and Aioli Bar and Lounge for light meals and snacks. The 144 rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with all modern amenities including hairdryer, iron and ironing board, complimentary toiletries and more. The hotel also boasts an indoor swimming pool, fitness center and spa. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout.

Located in the city center, Jurys Inn is one of the most convenient hotels in Newcastle - perfectly placed to enjoy all the city has to offer.

Three-story Hotel set 3 miles west of city center in quiet residential area.

Placed in the heart of the Victorian spa town of Strathpeffer, the Ben Wyvis Hotel is a 91-bedroom Victorian Mansion house set in 5 acres of landscaped gardens. The hotel offers a selection of classic guestrooms many with views of the surrounding woodland and gardens, and Ben Wyvis Mountain. Room facilities include WIFI, TV, room service and complimentary toiletries. Guests can enjoy main meals or light bites in a bar and lounge or hotel restaurant.

Multistory Hotel set in prestigious West End, 4 miles from city center.

The Belfast hotel's location puts us in the perfect spot whether you're a visitor in town on business, or a culture vulture looking to hoover up the best experiences that this wonderful city and its people have to offer.

Sligo's only City Centre based hotel with a full Leisure Centre located beside both train and bus stations in the heart of Sligo City. This Sligo City based hotel is the ideal base for a touring the Yeats Country and environs of which the North West of Ireland is renowned.

Located on the banks of the River Shannon, The Limerick City Hotel encompasses breathtaking views of the Shannon and Limerick City. Limerick City Hotel is walking distance from Limerick Colbert Train & Bus Station. Why not enjoy a drink or food with us at our new McGettigan's bar; we offer some great Irish food with a twist.

This hotel is situated in one of Ireland's vibrant and picturesque towns with its beautiful surroundings, lakes and mountain ranges. The Parkavon Hotel Killarneyl has a restaurant, a traditional Irish pub, room service, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and fitness room. Guestrooms feature cable TV, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, iron/ironing board on request, bath amenities, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. The hotel is a 12 minute walk to the town centre and 15 minute walk to the Killarney National Park.

Welcome to the award winning AA*** Majestic Hotel in the sunny South East of Ireland, overlooking Tramore Bay with its impressive 5km stretch of golden beach and sand dunes and less than 10km from the historical city of Waterford.

Modern Business-oriented hotel comprising an 18th-century Manor House, located 3km north of Dublin City center.

This Liverpool hotel is located at Kings Waterfront in the iconic docks, right opposite the Echo Arena and Convention Centre. The hotel is just a ten minute walk from Liverpool Central train station, and the Albert Dock is just next door.

Redbrick Victorian-style Hotel located near Cardiff Bay & city center.

The Leonardo Hotel Plymouth is located on Exeter Street, beside the historic quarter, and an easy 10 minute walk to the historic center where Plymouth is yours to explore and enjoy. It features an all-day Costa Coffee bar and lounge where you can enjoy a hot drink and relax, an elegant on-site bar for a glass of wine or a pint of beer, and a restaurant with a range of delectable dishes to choose from. The 247 comfortable and spacious hotel rooms are furnished with large soft beds, a well-lit desk, TV with Free view, and free Wi-Fi access.

Concrete and brick commercial hotel in modern nine-story complex located at Hammersmith, 1/4 mile from train station.

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