DAY 1 Japan - London, England

Our Britain and Ireland vacation begins as we board our flight bound for London, the capital city of England.

DAY 2 Arrive in London

Upon arrival, our sightseeing tour starts with a visit to Windsor Castle*, one of the oldest continuously inhabited royal residence in the world and the weekend home of Queen Elizabeth. Later, transfer into London, the rest of the day is free at leisure.

Included: Lunch

DAY 3 London

This morning we visit the Tower of London*. Founded nearly a millennium ago and expanded upon over the centuries since, Tower of London has been a fortress, a royal residence and state prison. Later on, a panoramic drive shows us the city including the Parliament Building, Big Ben, and Trafalgar Square. To top off our day, enjoy photo stops at two of London’s most recognized monuments – Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Then the rest of the day is at leisure. Time to shop or visit the spectacular British Museum, which boasts the largest and most comprehensive collection of the world.

Included: Breakfast

DAY 4 London - Stonehenge - Bath - Cardiff, Wales

After breakfast at hotel, transfer to the mighty ancient monoliths of Stonehenge*. Then we continue on to Bath, an ancient town famous for its hot springs. In our orientation tour of Bath, we’ll view the Georgian Architecture, the Abby, Pulteney Bridge, Royal Crescent, Queen Square, and visit the amazing Roman Baths*. We stay overnight at the Welsh capital, Cardiff.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel

DAY 5 Cardiff - Fishguard - Rosslare, Ireland - Waterford

After city tour of Cardiff viewing the Cardiff Castle*, we travel to Fishguard for a ferry* across the St. George’s Channel to Rosslare in Ireland. Travelers may have lunch at Fishguard Port or onboard the ferry. Landing in Ireland, we drive to Waterford for overnight accommodation and dinner.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel

DAY 6 Waterford - Killarney

Enjoy firsthand access to all areas of traditional crystal production – The Waterford crystal factory* produces world famous high-end crystal pieces. During the factory tour you'll witness how crystal masterpieces are created through the traditional techniques of molding, mouth blowing, cutting, hand finishing sculpting and engraving. After an orientation tour of Waterford, our motor coach drives us to Killarney. Beautifully set on the world famous lakes of Killarney, Killarney is designated as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO and Killarney National Park* definitely is the highlight of today’s sightseeing. The exciting jaunting car ride* will take us to explore the park. 

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 7 Killarney - Limerick - Cliffs of Moher - Athlone

Depart hotel to Limerick. Upon arrival, a walking tour shows us the King John’s Castle, St Mary’s Cathedral, and the River Shannon. We then drive to view the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher* towering above the Atlantic. Later a scenic drive leads us to Athlone for dinner and overnight stay.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel

DAY 8 Athlone - Dublin

After breakfast, we depart Athlone to Dublin. One of the literary capitals of the world and designated UNESCO City of Literature in 2010, Dublin’s literary tradition dates back over a thousand years when monks would transcribe the bible into beautiful manuscripts. The best surviving example of which, The Book of Kells dating from 800 AD, is on show at Trinity College*. Fortunately we will have an opportunity to view the priceless book. Tonight, we enjoy dinner at hotel.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel

DAY 9 Dublin - Northern Ireland , Belfast - Giant's Causeway - Belfast

After breakfast at hotel we depart Dublin for Giant's Causeway* via Belfast. Visit Titanic Belfast* (The Titanic experience), which was completed in 2012 and is located at the original site of the Titanic shipyard. It is inspired by the appearance of the cruise ship and is as high as the Titanic. Explore the legends and memories of the Titanic from its manufacture, maiden voyage, and shipwreck in chronological order. We continue on for a visit to the Giant's Causeway, giant basalt columns rising from the sea, a spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later, we drive to Belfast, the capital of and largest city in Northern Ireland.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel

DAY 10 Belfast -Cairnryan, Scotland -Edinburgh

Today our journey starts with a half day city tour of Belfast, then check-in at Belfast port for ferry* crossing to Scotland. Lunch is under your own arrangement onboard ferry. Upon arrival at Cairnryan, a small Scottish village notable for its two modern ferry terminals connecting Scotland to Northern Ireland, we immediately transfer to Scotland’s elegant and beautiful capital city, Edinburgh, with a stop at the National Monument of Scotland.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel

DAY 11 Edinburgh - Lake District, England

This morning we visit Edinburgh Castle* and see historical sites along the Princes Street on our sightseeing tour. Afterwards we continue into the Lake District of England. Breathtaking scenery enthralls us as we have a boat trip* on the lake. Enjoy dinner at hotel.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel

DAY 12 Lake District - York - Stratford-upon-Avon

Depart Lake District to the ancient walled city, York, for city orientation. We walk through narrow medieval streets and view wealth of historic attractions inside the city walls, of which York Minster* is the most prominent. Our last stop today is Stratford-upon-Avon, where we stay for overnight accommodation.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 13 Stratford-upon-Avon - Blenheim Palace - Oxford - London

Our sightseeing tour of Stratford-upon-Avon this morning features visits to Shakespeare’s Birthplace* and Ann Hathaway’s Cottage*. Then we depart to Blenheim Palace*, the only non-royal non-episcopal country house in England to hold the title of palace. It is notable as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1940-1945. After visiting Blenheim palace we head to Oxford, home of the University of Oxford, the oldest university in the English-speaking world. A walking tour to show us the city and colleges begins upon our arrival. Dinner in Oxford and then travel back to London.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 14 London - Japan

Bid farewell to Britain as we transfer to airport for the international homebound flight to America.

Included: Breakfast