Ireland and England

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9 or 11 days

Killarney, Dublin, London, extension to Paris

Castles, cathedrals, coastlines and countrysides are your classroom for this unforgettable journey. The British Isles have inspired imaginations for centuries. From the rolling, rugged beauty of the Ring of Kerry to magnificent man-made cathedrals like St. Patrick's in Dublin and Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford, you'll feel the spirits of history by your side every step of the way.

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Ireland

Day 2: Shannon • Killarney region

Meet your Tour Director at the airport

Travel to Killarney region

Visit Bunratty Castle

Day 3: Killarney region

Take an excursion to the Ring of Kerry

Travel through Killarney

Visit the Kerry Bog Village Museum

See a sheepdog demonstration (Available mid-April–October)

Day 4: Killarney region • Blarney • Dublin

Travel via Blarney to Dublin

Visit Blarney Castle

Day 5: 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 6: Dublin • Holyhead • Birmingham region

Take a ferry from Dublin to Holyhead

Visit Conwy Castle

Take a walking tour of Chester

Day 7: Birmingham region • Stratford-upon-Avon • London

Travel via Stratford-upon-Avon to London

Take a tour of Stratford-upon-Avon

Visit Shakespeare's birthplace

Visit Anne Hathaway's cottage

Enjoy lunch in Stratford-upon-Avon

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: Depart for home

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Day 9: London • Paris

Travel by Eurostar train to Paris

Take a guided tour of Paris

With your expert local guide you will see: