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On arrival at London Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in at the hotel, you have the rest of the day at your leisure. In the evening you will have a presentation of your tour with the tour guide.Overnight in London

After breakfast, start your day in London on a guided tour featuring style, culture and history. See Westminster, the Houses of Parliament, the River Thames, the Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace, where we shall be able to watch the famous “Changing of the Guard” (depending on the season). Free afternoon. In the evening, meet at a meeting point in Piccadilly to walk to Leicester Square, China Town, and Soho with its amazing atmosphere, theatres, and bustle. Time for dinner in this area with numerous ethnic restaurants (Indian, Thai, Chinese, international and so on). Return to the hotel from Piccadilly.Overnight in London

Today after breakfast, depart from London for a picturesque journey towards northern England. Our first stop is Cambridge, full of history, ancient architecture and earnest students pedaling their way down cobbled lanes. It is one of the most well-renowned university towns in the world. After lunch, continue to York; it has much to delight visitors, from Roman walls and one of Englands grandest Gothic cathedrals to the pull of Yorkshires wild and rugged national parks and coastline. Enjoy a stroll to capture the memories of this iconic city. Afterwards, we will continue north towards Durham. Explore this charming medieval town full of life which has a wonderful cathedral right in front of the castle.Overnight in Durham

Today after breakfast, you will travel to Scotland, famous for its castle and abbeys. First stop will be in Alnwick, a picturesque town with lovely gardens and a large medieval castle which was used in the Harry Potter films. It was a staging post on the Great North Road between Edinburgh and London and later it became a dormitory town nearby Newcastle-upon-Tyne. You will then continue to Edinburgh, arriving at noon. This is Scotlands capital city and one of the most active cities in Northern Europe. Its monumental centre has been declared a Unesco World Heritage Site. Its castle overlooks the citys steep streets and parks. Enjoy a sightseeing tour with a local guide here.Overnight in Edinburgh

After breakfast, you will continue to enjoy the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands with a coffee and stroll in Pitlochry, a charming little village. Next, you will pass by Inverness in the north of Scotland, a city located very near the mysterious Loch Ness. After lunch, visit (entrance included) the Urquhart, a medieval castle; from there, you will take a boat trip on the dark waters of the lake. Afterward, pass through Fort August, with its sluice gate system and Fort William, the tourist center at the foot of Ben Nevis (the highest summit in the United Kingdom) before returning south through the high plateaus, where it is possible to glimpse the snow, before visiting Loch Lomond, one of the most popular lakes in Scotland. Arrive in Glasgow at the end of the day, leaving us with leisure time to take a short stroll around the city center.Overnight in GlasgowIMPORTANT NOTE: Groups arriving in Edinburgh from the 15th of November until the end of February will follow this adjusted itinerary due to the shorter days and frequent snow on the roads:08:00 a.m. - Departure from Edinburgh to Pitlochry (09:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.), a picturesque town in the heart of the Scottish region known for its whisky production. We will visit a traditional whisky distillery (admission included). Our journey will continue to Stirling (12:30 p.m. - 03:30 p.m.), with its impressive historic center dominated by the grand Stirling Castle (tickets included). This castle is one of the most significant in Scotland, having witnessed numerous historical events, including battles and the coronation of several kings. After some time for lunch, well stop to photograph The Kelpies, enormous sculptures of two horse heads inspired by Scottish mythology. Finally, well continue to Glasgow. Well arrive at around 05:00 p.m., with time to stroll through the city center.

Today after breakfast, you will leave Glasgow heading towards southern Scotland as you board a ferry in Cairnryan. Your journey takes us towards Northern Ireland, arriving in Belfast, Northern Irelands capital city. This monumental city is overcoming its religious conflicts. By the early 19th century, Belfast became a major port. It played an important role in the Industrial Revolution in Ireland, becoming briefly the biggest linen producer in the world. Then resume you journey to Eire in Ireland. The last stop of the day will be Dublin, Ireland`s capital.Overnight in Dublin

After breakfast, we start the day with a sightseeing tour of Dublin, Irelands peaceful capital city. We will enjoy a stroll on the banks of River Liffey, visiting its parks, old university, and its lively downtown streets. We will stroll around Trinity College (depending on the duration of sunlight, this visit may take place the afternoon before, upon arrival in Dublin). Free time during the afternoon.Overnight in DublinNote: Occasionally, depending on our arrival time in Dublin and the daylight hours, the tour may take place the previous afternoon.

Early morning after breakfast, you will board a ferry that will sail in the Irish Sea and take you to Liverpool. After a journey of three hours, we will arrive in Wales. We will visit Caernarfon, a World Heritage site by the sea overlooked by an impressive castle. Caernarfon is a royal town, community and port in Gwynedd, Wales. You will have time here to enjoy a lunch meal and a stroll. Then continue to Liverpool, where you will have a chance to visit The Beatles Story Exhibition. The Beatles Story is a museum in Liverpool about the Beatles and their history. It is located on the historical Royal Albert Dock. You may visit The Beatles Museum.Overnight in Liverpool

Today, after breakfast, you will explore Central England. Your first stop will be Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare. You will have time to enjoy lunch and take a leisurely stroll through this charming town. Next, continue your journey to Oxford, a city renowned for its prestigious universities and rich cultural heritage. Kings, statesmen, philosophers and scientists have studied here! From Oxford. Next head to Portsmouth where you will board a modern ferry to France. Spend the night onboard in en-suite double cabins with bunk beds.  Overnight on boardNote: The overnight crossing may sometimes change its itinerary due to availability issues. We advise you to prepare a carry-on bag for the night on board. Breakfast during the crossing is not included.

This morning, you will land in Normandy and continue to the marvelous Mont Saint Michel, with time to explore the city, surrounded by the sea and the abbey. Then, in Bretagne, stop at St. Malo, whose powerful walls defend the city. Time for lunch. In the afternoon, continued to Dinan, a charming town in the region of Bretagne. take some time to explore this Breton village full of charm. We continued our way to Rennes, the capital of Bretagne with its interesting and monumental historic centre.Overnight in Rennes

After breakfast, you will leave for Angers for those who wish to do so can visit the castle that has the largest medieval tapestry about the Apocalypse. Then we continue to the Loire Valley: Tours, the capital of the region, on the banks of the Loire, time to explore and have lunch. In the afternoon you will visit Villandry Palace, which is famous for its gardens and flowers; admission to the gardens is included. Accommodation and supper are included in Amboise, a city with a very interesting medieval quarter.Overnight and dinner in Amboise

This morning after breakfast, embark on a day to learn more about the Loire Region. First, enjoy a stroll through Amboise to visit the Clos Lucé Mansion, where Leonardo da Vinci spent the last three years of his life. Delving deeper into the Loire region, you will visit Chenonceau Castle (tickets included), built like a bridge over the River Cher. Next, you will continue to Chambord, the largest castle in the Loire (entrance to the park included). Finally, you will depart for Paris, with an arrival around 18:00 hrs.Overnight in Paris

After breakfast, today you will head to Versailles, the grand palace of the kings of France, renowned for its stunning gardens (admission not included). Afterward, you will return to Paris around lunchtime, where you will be transferred to the Montmartre district as you ascend the hill by funicular to enjoy spectacular views of the city. This charming neighborhood, famous for its painters, artists and cabarets, offers a magical atmosphere perfect for a leisurely lunch. Following that, a scenic guided tour will take you through the history, main boulevards, and breathtaking monuments of Paris. Finally, you will return to the hotel. For those interested, there is an optional variety show in the evening.Overnight in Paris

We go to the center of Paris, starting in the Eiffel Tower area. You will have the opportunity to go up to the second floor of this remarkable metal monument (ticket included). Then, we enjoyed a boat cruise along the River Seine, which divides the north of Paris from the south. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore as you choose.Overnight in ParisNote: If wait times at the Eiffel Tower are too long, we might reschedule the visit to a different time (or on Sunday) for your convenience.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before making your own way to the international Paris Airport for your flight back home