Highlights of Britain
Starting from $4,345
- 14 Days In 2024
4.7
See more of the beauty of Britain
Go off the beaten path as you traverse the whole of Britain to see Devon and Cornwall in England’s Southwest, the medieval heritage of Wales, and Scotland’s delights.Trip details
Tour start London
Tour end London
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Highlights
Edinburgh Castle
Walk in the footsteps of soldiers, kings and queens, and even the odd pirate or two, in this medieval-era royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress, alive with many exciting tales.
Roman Baths
Discover why these mineral-rich hot springs have been a popular destination for more than 2,000 years.
Shakespeare’s Birthplace
Learn all about the life and work of the Bard — and tour his birthplace at Stratford-Upon-Avon.
St Andrews
Cross the modern Tay Bridge to the medieval town of St Andrews, the "Home of Golf”.
York Minster
Marvel at this millennium-old cathedral and its exquisite medieval-era stained glass windows.
Stonehenge
Try to uncover the mystery of these massive stone arrangements that date back thousands of years.
Abbotsford House
Great Scott! Visit the extraordinary home of Sir Walter Scott, the 19th century novelist who popularized tartan and rediscovered the Scottish Crown Jewels.
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Travelers on our July 29th - August 12th departures can watch kilt-clad corps perform with drums and pipes in military precision.
Tower of London
Explore the grand fortress that has served as a royal residence, a prison, an executioner's grounds — and even as a zoo, in its time.
Cardiff Castle
Visit one of the most iconic of the 600 castles that dot Wales' landscape.
Windsor Castle
Visit the Queen's magnificent home, the longest-occupied palace in all of Europe.
Itinerary
Day 1London Arrival | Windsor Castle
Day 2Stonehenge | Salisbury
Day 3St Michael’s Mount | St Ives
Day 4Roman Baths | Cardiff Castle
Day 5Hay-on-Wye | Shrewsbury
Day 6North Wales | Chester
Day 7Lake District | Edinburgh
Day 8Edinburgh Castle | City Tour | Scottish Evening*
Day 9Glamis Castle | St Andrews
Day 10Abbotsford House | York
Day 11Whitby | Castle Howard | York Minster
Day 12Shakespeare’s Birthplace | London
Day 13Tower of London | City Sightseeing
Day 14Tour Ends in London
Where you’ll stay
Inclusive package with no hidden extras
What's included?
- Full daily breakfast and many meals*
- Transportation (Buses, shuttles & ferries)
- Welcome drinks with your group
- Free Wi-Fi on luxury coaches
- All entrance fees to attractions
- Comprehensive travel itinerary and documents
*Breakfast is not included on Day 1
Our welcome gift to you
- A travel backpack
- Travel adapter
- Rain poncho
- Luggage strap and tags
- Documents wallet
From our travelers
What a fabulous tour! We saw so much of Great Britain! This tour is great! If you have never traveled to GB or traveled overseas, like us, this is the way to do it. Our tour director was so informative, organized and humorous! The bus driver was excellent and so personable. Everything was taken care of for us. No worries...just fun. Our fellow travelers were wonderful. Meals and hotels were excellent. I would definitely recommend this tour. I look forward to taking another CIE tour in the future.
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Castle Hotel, Windsor - MGallery Hotel Collection
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Restaurant
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Lounge
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
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Bedford Hotel
Amenities
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Entrance Hall
Amenities
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Bedroom
Amenities
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Restaurant
Amenities
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Spa Chester Front Entrance
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Dining Lounge
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Deluxe Double Room
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Restaurant
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
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York Marriott
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Garden
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Pool
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Victoria
Amenities
Premium Deluxe Room
Amenities
2 Bridge Place Restaurant
Amenities
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5
CIE Tours Customer
1 month 1 week ago
Highlights of Britain - 14 Days/13 Nights
Enjoyable trip!
Good mix of scheduled sightseeing and free time to explore on your own.
5
Timothy Lorne Russwurm
3 months ago
Highlights of Britain - 14 Days/13 Nights
The itinerary was excellent for a highlight tour--we saw a lot, not in depth, but got a good feel for where I would like to go in the future. The traveling per se (coach and driver) was excellent and our tour guide went out of his way to give us interesting information about the UK and the places we were visiting. He also went the extra mile when we had free time, ensuring that we had options as to how to spend our free time. The hotels were all perfectly acceptable--clean, friendly staff, conveniently located.
4
CIE Tours Customer
4 months ago
Highlights of Britain - 14 Days/13 Nights
I like Windsor and the Castle Hotel very much. The food at the restaurant, Leaf At the Castle Hotel was really good. The staff there are very friendly and helpful especially Danusia. Danusia is the server when I had my dinner there on the second day of my stay. I told her I didn't have a chance to enjoy the Afternoon Tea because when I got back to the hotel it was almost 7 o'clock in the evening and I would be leaving the following morning. I heard the scone in the Afternoon Tea is exceptional. She told the kitchen and came back saying the chef would make the scone for me. Her effort is much appreciated.
5
CIE Tours Customer
4 months 1 week ago
Highlights of Britain - 14 Days/13 Nights
This was a great tour to see all that Britain has to offer. The guide and bus driver were both wonderful. We were lucky in the fact that it only really rained at one of our destinations.
3
CIE Tours Customer
4 months 2 weeks ago
Highlights of Britain - 14 Days/13 Nights-It really was a whirlwind tour
We wanted to get a taste of Great Britain, but the pace of the tour was too fast. Yes, we could "keep up" but visiting everything on the schedule required a lot of driving which in turn depended on no traffic delays. We indeed did have some of these which further limited the amount of time we could spend at any one place. I will likely book with CIE again, but will go for a shorter tour which allows more time at each site.
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