10 nights. United Kingdom, Ireland

Day 1

london (tower bridge),uk

Departure: 16:00

Of all the European capitals, London resonates most profoundly in the minds of travellers. We soak up London before we even realise it exists and when we finally approach the city, it doesn't let us down. There are the red double-deckers, the bobbies and stoic guards at Buckingham, Westminster Abbey, and the chimes of Big Ben, sounding familiar, as we've heard them before. We see these things with a sense of satisfaction. Yet there's plenty to surprise. London isn't quaint. London isn't a museum, though you could spend all your time hopping from one to the next. It's a bustling, urban sprawl, with traffic jams, shops, and a remarkable international population. Visit the many monuments with nearly a millennium's worth of history, from Chaucer's grave to the pub where the captain of the Mayflower had a pint to Piccadilly Circus, one of London’s most snapped sights. But don’t overlook modern London, with its intensely active theatres, international cuisine, political protests, the latest in music and fashion, punks and peers, and everyone in between. In 1777, writer Samuel Johnson said when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life, and the phrase still rings true. There's something different to experience every day in London.

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newhaven (edinburgh), scotland, united kingdom

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Day 3

newhaven (edinburgh), scotland, united kingdom

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Capital of the medieval kingdom of Scotland, Edinburgh is arguably the most beautiful city in Northern Europe. Still the centre of Scotland’s autonomous administrative establishments, Edinburgh has become neither too modernised to be cold nor too large to be unattractive. Medieval alleyways cluster around an imposing castle, elegant 18th century townhouses sweep around lush parks, and culture thrives. Unquestioned centrepiece of the city, Edinburgh Castle looms into view around street corners for miles around. 11th century Queen Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest building in Edinburgh, is contained within the castle walls. Walking towards the palace, you’ll pass the medieval dwelling called Gladstone’s Land, and Lady Stair’s House, a 17th century town house containing memorabilia of Scotland’s literary trinity of Burns, Scott and Stevenson. The final lap of the Mile, the city's old quarter, is the Canongate Tolbooth that houses the People's Story Museum and is one of its most recognisable landmarks. For a sweeping view of the city, climb Arthur’s Seat, a dormant volcano located in Holyrood Park. Calton Hill offers, as well, beautiful views of Edinburgh. But there's more to Edinburgh than sightseeing. For some urban flair check in to Stockbridge, a quaint community full of students, coffee shops and good pubs. Every August the city celebrates the Edinburgh International Festival, three weeks of the finest music, theatre, opera and dance. Thousands of culture-minded visitors congregate here and the city does its best to keep them happy.

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Day 4

invergordon - scotland

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

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Day 5

kirkwall, scotland

Arrival: 06:00 - Departure: 14:00

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Day 6

belfast, northern ireland

Arrival: 12:00 - Departure: 20:00

Belfast, an chathair a bhí tráite ag cathanna tráth, tá a fíor-staid athbhainte aici mar sheod folaithe na hÉireann. Le gach a atracthaíocht agus a cáil nua mar chathair oíche, tá sé ina áit bheoga anois. Is é Halla Cathrach Bhéal Feirste rud nach féidir leat a chailleadh nuair a thugann tú cuairt ar an chathair. Suite ag Cearnóg Dhún na nGall, croílár na cathrach, tá fuinneoga gloine dhaite áille agus murlaí a léiríonn stair Bhéal Feirste sa fhoirgneamh Renaissance seo. Ar na docanna den abhainn, is féidir leat dealbh curiarrach de iasc mór a fheiceáil. Taobh thiar de, tá Titanic Bhéal Feirste. Is ionad taitneamhachta idirghníomhach é Titanic Bhéal Feirste a osclaíodh chun comóradh a dhéanamh ar an 100ú comóradh do bád an long. Tá sé suite i gCeantar Titanic, an forbairt chósta is mó in Eoraip, meascán nua-aimseartha de spás cónaithe, tráchtála, turasóireachta, oideachais agus miondíola a thug ceantar uirbeach nua do Bhéal Feirste. Ceann de na hattrachtaí nach féidir a shéanadh sa chathair ná na murlaí polaitiúla ar Bóthar na Seanchille, tá breis agus 700 acu agus léiríonn siad an t-ama achrannach a bhí ag an chathair. Ach gan dabht, tá Bhéal Feirste ag breathnú ar an todhchaí. Tá bairr agus bialanna galánta go leor sa chathair agus cuirfidh a muintir chroíúil agus cairdiúil grá ionat do Bhéal Feirste.

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Day 7

liverpool, england

Arrival: 06:00 - Departure: 16:00

It's hard to bring up Liverpool without a thought of the Beatles. This band is still a source of pride for the Scousers, but that shouldn't eclipse the other attractions in this city on England's west coast. Its undeniable cultural vitality today is evident in the restoration and repurposing of its industrial heritage, the transformation of the Albert Dock into a cultural and leisure hub, the opening of the Tate Gallery or the creation of the Garden Festival have made Liverpool one of the most lively cities in the country. Without question, Albert Dock is the main sight in Liverpool. A series of sturdy brick warehouses encircle a basin. A World Heritage site, the Albert Dock is home to the award-winning Tate Liverpool, the Merseyside Maritime Museum and the striking International Slavery Museum. With so much to see and do, take a breather in one of the many bars, cafes and restaurants dotted around the dock. And then there's the Beatles. There are many spots around the city that honour this legendary band, museums, bars, shops, hotels and cafeterias themed around the band’s history draw many music pilgrims. All these Beatles sites share the limelight with another symbol of the city: The Metropolitan Cathedral, the largest cathedral in the UK, also draws many tourists due to its unique architecture. Of course, you can't discuss Liverpool without bringing up football. Here, at Anfield stadium, home of Liverpool F.C, visitors will learn everything there is to know about this great club. Around the stadium there are a few pubs for pre-match pints and to meet the team’s passionate supporters first-hand. Now, that's the real Liverpool experience.

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Day 8

dublin, ireland

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 19:00

Dublin has been the backdrop for many novels and it's no surprise given its written tradition dates back to 800 A.D. with The Book of Kells, which is now on display at Trinity College, Ireland's oldest university. The city is the birthplace of many literary figures such as Joyce, Beckett, Yeats, Shawn and Wilde to name but a few. The city's Georgian elegance blends seamlessly with the medieval and modern architecture that gives Dublin its unique character. One can't deny that Dublin is a city of culture; the UNESCO designated Ireland's capital as the city of literature in 2010. Culture enthusiasts are also spoilt for choice when it comes to museums and galleries. From the National Museum of Ireland and the National Library to the National Gallery and the charming Little Museum of Dublin housing the lectern that US president JFK used to address the National Parliament in 1963, there is plenty to take in. Not to forget of course the magnificent Dublin Castle dating back to the 13th century. Aside from its splendid riches, the best thing about this city is its people. Dubliners are friendly, warm, surprisingly outgoing and witty, even more so after a few pints of Guinness. In its over 1000 pubs one makes friends easily. It should be compulsory for tourists to spend some time in a pub as it is one of the most memorable experiences of a visit to Ireland. Dublin is also a young city, it has one of the youngest populations in Europe, around half of its inhabitants are believed to be under the age of 25. This fact has made the city vibrant, dynamic, energetic and ambitious. Dublin is brimming with trendy bars, sophisticated restaurants and lively clubs, the epicentre being the buzzing Temple Bar area. Live music is a religion in Ireland and Dublin is its mecca. The city's live music scene is superb and has given the world a number of global musical superstars from U2 and Westlife to The Script and Sinead O’Connor. Everyone is welcome in this now multicultural city, but be warned, Dublin, like its people, is so charismatic and infectious that you may never want to leave.

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Day 9

cork, ireland

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 17:00

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Day 10

portland - dorset - uk

Arrival: 11:00 - Departure: 20:00

Day 11

london (tower bridge),uk

Arrival: 05:00

Of all the European capitals, London resonates most profoundly in the minds of travellers. We soak up London before we even realise it exists and when we finally approach the city, it doesn't let us down. There are the red double-deckers, the bobbies and stoic guards at Buckingham, Westminster Abbey, and the chimes of Big Ben, sounding familiar, as we've heard them before. We see these things with a sense of satisfaction. Yet there's plenty to surprise. London isn't quaint. London isn't a museum, though you could spend all your time hopping from one to the next. It's a bustling, urban sprawl, with traffic jams, shops, and a remarkable international population. Visit the many monuments with nearly a millennium's worth of history, from Chaucer's grave to the pub where the captain of the Mayflower had a pint to Piccadilly Circus, one of London’s most snapped sights. But don’t overlook modern London, with its intensely active theatres, international cuisine, political protests, the latest in music and fashion, punks and peers, and everyone in between. In 1777, writer Samuel Johnson said when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life, and the phrase still rings true. There's something different to experience every day in London.

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