Capitals of the British Isles

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10 or 12 days

Dublin, Belfast, Edinburgh, London, extension to Paris

Gain a deeper understanding of the British Isles’ fascinating geographical, political and social history by exploring four of its renowned capital cities: Dublin, Belfast, Edinburgh and London. Step inside St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Edinburgh Castle, behold the natural wonder of Giant’s Causeway, and keep an eye out for royalty at Buckingham Palace.

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Ireland

Day 2: Dublin

Meet your Tour Director at the airport

Take a walking tour of Dublin

With your Tour Director you will see:

Grafton Street
Temple Bar district

Day 3: Dublin

Take a guided tour of Dublin

With your expert local guide you will see:

Georgian squares
O’Connell Street
St. Stephen’s Green
Phoenix Park

Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral

Visit EPIC, the interactive museum of Irish Emigration

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Irish music and dance

Nothing captures the spirit of Ireland quite like its music and dance. Whether it’s a jig, reel or stepdance, each type of dance—and the accompanying music—provides a unique look at Irish culture. As dancers in traditional dress perform, you won’t be able to help tapping your toes, ready to join in the fun.

Day 4: Dublin • Belfast

Travel to Belfast

Take a guided tour of Belfast

With your expert local guide you will see:

Lower Falls
Shankill Road
Murals

Visit Titanic Belfast

Day 5: Belfast • Derry

Take an excursion to Derry

Visit Giant’s Causeway

Take a guided tour of Derry

With your expert local guide you will:

Visit St. Columb’s Cathedral
See the Diamond War Memorial
Learn about the unique history of Derry

Day 6: Belfast • Cairnryan • Alloway • Edinburgh

Travel by ferry to Cairnryan

Travel via Alloway to Edinburgh

Day 7: Edinburgh • London

Take a guided tour of Edinburgh

Visit Edinburgh Castle

Enjoy lunch in Edinburgh

Explore Edinburgh on your own

Travel by train to London

Day 8: London

Take a guided tour of London

With your expert local guide you will see:

Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
Piccadilly Circus
St. Paul’s Cathedral
Westminster Abbey
Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)

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Windsor

This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.

Day 9: London

Visit one of the Knightsbridge Museums