Real Britain

9-Day UK Tour to Liverpool, Edinburgh and York

Medieval castles and the inspiring beauty of the Lake District are highlights on this exciting journey through England, Scotland and Wales. Learn about the runaway wedding capital, Gretna Green and Tudor history in Ludlow before you ascend to lofty Castle Rock for spellbinding views of Edinburgh.

Autumn 2025 Departures

From $3,578 CAD 

Day 1

Welcome to London

Brightly colored Union Jacks pave your way to an unforgettable journey through Britain, which kicks off in London. Visit 'The City' and see the imposing dome of Christopher Wren's St. Paul's and the Tower of London, or admire the pageantry of royal palaces, cathedrals and parks, exploring the city on your own terms.

Accommodation: Hilton London Kensington

Day 2

Explore the Sights of London

Join a Local Specialist today for a grand exploration of the vibrant British capital, including such sights as Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament on the banks of the Thames, then Buckingham Palace, the official UK residence of British sovereigns since 1837. Spend the rest of the day on your own, exploring the centuries-old heritage and modern sophistication of London.

Accommodation: Hilton London Kensington

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 3

Journey to Stonehenge, Bath and Cardiff

Embark on a mesmerizing sojourn past rolling hills and farmlands of England. Head west to Stonehenge's megaliths, whose centuries-old mysteries have yet to be fully revealed. The elegant Georgian architecture of Bath takes center stage during your visit to this famous spa town. See the Abbey and visit the Roman Baths on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience before crossing the Severn Estuary to Cardiff. Tonight, celebrate the beginning of an epic adventure through Great Britain over dinner.

Accommodation: Park Inn by Radisson Cardiff City Center

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4

Through the Scenic Countryside to Liverpool

Delve into the proud culture and heritage of the Welsh as you embark on an orientation of the city. Journey to Ludlow to see its half-timbered Tudor houses, medieval walls and historic castle. Continue north through the Shropshire Hills and Cheshire landscapes to Liverpool, hometown of the Fab Four, for an opportunity to visit The Cavern Club, where The Beatles once played.

Accommodation: Leonardo Hotel Liverpool

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 5

Venture to the Romantic Lake District and on to Edinburgh

The enchanting views of Britain's Lake District provide a scenic backdrop for our drive north to Scotland. Skirt the romantic shores of Lake Windermere and enjoy views that inspired literary greats like William Wordsworth. We stop at the runaway wedding capital that is Gretna Green where 'Blacksmith Priests' would marry couples over the Marriage Anvil. Later, we arrive in enchanting Edinburgh – our home for the next two nights. 

Accommodation: Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 6

Discover Edinburgh’s Treasures

Ramble up the Royal Mile in the mesmerizing medieval city of Edinburgh, where you'll join a Local Specialist on an included city sightseeing tour. See the Old Town and view Arthur's Seat and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, for centuries the seat of the kings and queens of the Scots. Visit Edinburgh Castle perched atop Castle Rock overlooking the city. Spend the rest of the day exploring Auld Reekie's medieval relics and elegant Georgian and Gothic façades on your own, or join your Travel Director on an Optional Experience to visit Rosslyn Chapel.

Accommodation: Jurys Inn Edinburgh

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 7

Explore Hadrian’s Wall and Onwards to York

Trace the northern frontier of the Roman Empire at Hadrian's Wall before crossing the River Tyne and venturing south to York. Walk along The Shambles and view York Minster, one of the greatest cathedrals in the world. This evening join a family at their stately home in York for a Be My Guest experience and some hearty British home-cooked hospitality.

Accommodation: Holiday Inn York

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8

Admire Stratford-upon-Avon and return to London

Learn about Shakespeare's life at his Birthplace and Visitor Center in Stratford-upon-Avon, and view Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage before returning to London. 

Accommodation: Hilton London Kensington

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 9

Cheerio London

Say farewell to your fellow travelers and Travel Director as you return home with magical memories. 

Accommodation: Hilton London Kensington

Included Meals: Breakfast

There's so much more to the UK than London - let 2025 be the year you explore deeper!  Call your Uniglobe Travel agent today.