United Kingdom
Nearly seventy thousand tourists invade England each day, a nation that Once ruled the world and high seas and gifted us the language of English! England remains one of the most popular destinations both economically and political. Millions are drawn to the frenetic bustle of its epic cities, the irresistible charm of London its capital, the historical attractions of places such as Salisbury, York and Chester, and the rural splendor of the Lake District. You could even have a date with your favorite celebrity at Madam Tussaud’s. Then there is the traditional England of rolling green fields, quaint villages and tweed wearing locals. Here the English still champion the gentlemen’s game of cricket ensuring their three meals and tea!.Tourists would get a blast from the past when they flock to the rural towns and villages of Dorset and Somerset. While the country may no longer be the world’s premier imperial power, its lively monarchy and royal legacy still captures world imagination. England’s football clubs with their fans spread across the globe need no introduction. Here’s something for you from Shakespeare himself: “Heaven take thy soul, and England keep my bones!”
As children most of us loved to believe in the mythical creature of Unicorn. Well unicorn is the official animal of a country famous for noisy Bagpipes,swirling kilts and whiskey! There’s certainly more to Scotland in the form of shimmering lochs and mountains shrouded in mist, vast purple swathes of heather, weather-beaten cliffs and broad, sandy coves. The landscape is dotted with dramatic fairy-tale castles, ruined abbeys, fascinating historic cities and picturesque villages. Fans of the famous TV series “outlander” could attest to that with a smile. Made up of 730 islands and with a population only one tenth that of neighboring England, Scotland manages to cram into its tiny frame some of the most spectacular scenery and most engrossing historical sites on earth – good things surely come in small packages!. What is even more incredible is its culture that produced some of the world’s greatest writers, architects, artists and inventors (Scots were responsible for such innovations as TV and the telephone). Its capital,Edinburgh enjoys a unique stature on the world tourist map, Every August it comes to life with the world’s most fascinatingly eclectic festival of the arts, comprising the Fringe – the world’s premier comedy and alternative theater event. Go west and lose yourself the bigger ,bustling and exciting city of Glasgow. Nature has blessed this land with a misty almost magical demeanor. Its rocky peaks and islands bear a testimony to that.City of Inverness and Aberdeen will help you unlock these areas.Trekking across these mountains would be a high even for seasoned adventure junkies. Make your own roads as you traverse through the exhilarating wilderness. Who knows you could catch a glimpse of the elusive Loch Ness Monster!
Nearly seventy thousand tourists invade England each day, a nation that Once ruled the world and high seas and gifted us the language of English! England remains one of the most popular destinations both economically and political. Millions are drawn to the frenetic bustle of its epic cities, the irresistible charm of London its capital, the historical attractions of places such as Salisbury, York and Chester, and the rural splendor of the Lake District. You could even have a date with your favorite celebrity at Madam Tussaud’s. Then there is the traditional England of rolling green fields, quaint villages and tweed wearing locals. Here the English still champion the gentlemen’s game of cricket ensuring their three meals and tea!.Tourists would get a blast from the past when they flock to the rural towns and villages of Dorset and Somerset. While the country may no longer be the world’s premier imperial power, its lively monarchy and royal legacy still captures world imagination. England’s football clubs with their fans spread across the globe need no introduction. Here’s something for you from Shakespeare himself: “Heaven take thy soul, and England keep my bones!”
As children most of us loved to believe in the mythical creature of Unicorn. Well unicorn is the official animal of a country famous for noisy Bagpipes,swirling kilts and whiskey! There’s certainly more to Scotland in the form of shimmering lochs and mountains shrouded in mist, vast purple swathes of heather, weather-beaten cliffs and broad, sandy coves. The landscape is dotted with dramatic fairy-tale castles, ruined abbeys, fascinating historic cities and picturesque villages. Fans of the famous TV series “outlander” could attest to that with a smile. Made up of 730 islands and with a population only one tenth that of neighboring England, Scotland manages to cram into its tiny frame some of the most spectacular scenery and most engrossing historical sites on earth – good things surely come in small packages!. What is even more incredible is its culture that produced some of the world’s greatest writers, architects, artists and inventors (Scots were responsible for such innovations as TV and the telephone). Its capital,Edinburgh enjoys a unique stature on the world tourist map, Every August it comes to life with the world’s most fascinatingly eclectic festival of the arts, comprising the Fringe – the world’s premier comedy and alternative theater event. Go west and lose yourself the bigger ,bustling and exciting city of Glasgow. Nature has blessed this land with a misty almost magical demeanor. Its rocky peaks and islands bear a testimony to that.City of Inverness and Aberdeen will help you unlock these areas.Trekking across these mountains would be a high even for seasoned adventure junkies. Make your own roads as you traverse through the exhilarating wilderness. Who knows you could catch a glimpse of the elusive Loch Ness Monster!
Arrive at London airport and transfer to your hotel. Free time to freshen up. In the evening enjoy flight on London Eye. On a clear day the views can stretch as far as 25 miles to Windsor Castle. Also experience the four minute 4D Experience, focusing on the journey of a little girl and her father in London. Overnight in London.
In the morning enjoy London City tour with a panoramic drive around Parliament Square to see the magnificent Westminster Abbey, where Prince William and Kate Middleton were married. To Kensington Palace, former home of Diana, Princess of Wales. We'll see the Royal Albert Hall and Albert Memorial. We head to St James' Park and Buckingham Palace to see the colourful ceremony of the Changing of the Guard. Accompanied by a military band, a detachment of the Queen's Foot Guard march to Buckingham Palace to change with the old guard.
Post lunch visit to the Madame Tussauds and Marvel Super Heroes 4D. Enjoy amazingly lifelike wax figures of some of the world's most famous faces. Get closer than you think as you walk down the red carpet and strike a pose with Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, before stepping into our interactive sports zone alongside David Beckham and Usain Bolt. Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi. Then enter the spectacular Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie experience. Overnight in London.
The most famous prehistoric monument in the world, and now a world heritage site, Stonehenge stands alone in the vast empty tract of Salisbury plain. Its origins date back nearly 5,000 years and it has been home to pagan religion and spiritual worship, not to be mention public debate ever since. Next we head to Bath and arrive in time for lunch. With fabulous restaurants, tea houses, sandwich and coffee shops, not to mention all the classic British pubs, you will be spoilt for choice of places to eat. Bath is a beautiful Georgian city with delightful crescents, terraces and architecture. Following our scenic drive into the heart of the city, there will be plenty of time to explore at your leisure. See Bath Abbey and Pulteney Bridge overlooking the river Avon cascading over the weir. Then there is the Jane Austen Centre and the elegant Assembly Rooms built in 1771. Arrive back in London approximately at 7.30pm. Overnight in London.
Take train to Glasgow. Arrive Glasgow and Check-In to your hotel.
Free time to explore city on your own. Overnight in Glasgow.
Enjoy LochNess Explorer Day Tour. Pass the imposing ramparts of Stirling Castle and Trossachs. Stop at dramatic Glencoe, scene of the infamous massacre in 1692. Our journey passes through Fort William before following the Great Glen. Option to take a boat cruise on the loch, go for a walk or just relax by the Caledonian Canal in this charming Highland village. Overnight in Glasgow.
Start tour to The Secrets of the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. The best way to explore Edinburgh is to follow your feet. Where the buses can't take you, and the guide books don't show you is where our real stories can be found , the closes, wynds, courtyards and homes of Old Edinburgh. We'll paint a vivid picture of our colourful past and people - see the secrets and tell the tales - the culture, crime and politics of Scotland's capital. An experience shared by Mercat historians. Overnight in Edinburgh.
A journey through the central Highlands taking in the waterfalls of the Hermitage Forest Walk, Pitlochry, the Queen's View and the splendour of Loch Tay. You also visit a whisky distillery for a tour and tasting of Scotland's water of life. This tour is great for those who enjoy forest walks, waterfalls, dramatic mountain views and learning about the art of making whisky, and you can try it too. Explore the History and Legends of the Scottish Highland Heartlands. You travel over the Forth Road Bridge to Dunkeld and the Hermitage for a forest walk amongst spectacular waterfalls and the tallest trees in the country. Then journey north for lunch at Pitlochry before travelling to see the Queen's View on Loch Tummel. Your afternoon continues as you cross the mountains to majestic Loch Tay sitting beneath dramatic Ben Lawers. Here you will make a stop at the picturesque waterside village of Kenmore. You finish off the day with a visit to Dewar's World of Whisky at Aberfeldy Distillery to discover the secrets of single malt whisky, before returning to Edinburgh. Overnight in Edinburgh.
Check out from the hotel and transfer to Edinburgh airport.