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England, Scotland & Ireland

17 days,Β 6 citiesΒ Β |Β Β From $3,169 $2,819 before flights($350 off)Β Β |Β Β Estimated biweekly payments as low as $96

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4.6 out of 5 stars

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Which trip style is right for you?

Essential: Budget-friendly, shared accommodations. Perfect for solo travelers and extroverts.

Plus: Hotel-style rooms with one other traveler. Great for those who want more privacy.

Why go?

Spend your days taking in stunning landscapes, iconic sights, and rich history and your nights with a pint at pubs that feel like living museums. From quaint countrysides to bustling cities, this is where jolly good meets good craic.

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What you'll get

  • Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
  • 15 nights in handpicked accommodations
  • 15 breakfasts
  • 2 dinners
  • Expert Tour Director
  • 24/7 Support
  • 5 insider city tours with a local guide
  • Entrance to Edinburgh Castle
  • Admission to the Titanic Museum
  • Visit to Giant’s Causeway

Picture yourself

  • Looking out at Big Ben from high atop the London Eye
  • Reading Harry Potter in the cafΓ© where it was written
  • Learning to play the bagpipes from a pro (kilt optional)
  • Pouring the perfect pint at the Guinness Storehouse

Itinerary

Day 1: Overnight Flight

Board your overnight flight bound for London. Your adventure begins tomorrow, so sit back, shut your eyes, and do as the English do and try and catch some β€œzeds.”

Day 2: Arrive in London + Welcome Dinner

Welcome to London. Home of the royal fam, tea, a wonderfully different form of the English language, and the largest city in Western Europe. Brimming with history and unique architecture, you’ll soon understand why it’s one of the most visited cities in the world.

In the evening, it’s time for your Welcome Dinner. Enjoy local cuisine and drinks with fellow travelers at an authentic local spot. Then it’s on to wherever your new friends and the party takes you.

Today’s highlights
  • Land at the airport and meet a waiting EF representative.
  • Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room.
  • Get familiar with the area around your hotel with an introductory walk with your Tour Director including the River Thames, Trafalgar & Leicester Squares, and Covent Garden.
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Accommodations

We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.

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Generator London

This vibrant hostel is located down the road from King’s Cross. Guests will enjoy bike hire, restaurant and social areas with shuffleboard. Nearby, you’ll find Covent Garden, Regents Park and the British Museum.

ETAP Belfast

This hostel-hotel is located in the center of Belfast. Guests enjoy an onsite bar offering pizza, free WIFI and 24 hour reception. Nearby you'll find the Titanic museum, Botanic Gardens and the waterfront.

Kinlay Hostel

This hostel is located in the heart of Galway city. Guests enjoy the onsite lounge with pool table and spacious dining room. Nearby, you'll find the city's best restaurants, bars and shopping.

Generator Dublin

This design-led hostel is located in trendy Smithfield. Guests enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with cafΓ©-restaurant and bar onsite. Nearby you'll find Dublin's famous Temple Bar and the Jameson Distillery.

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4.6 out of 5 stars

Overall rating based on 273 traveler reviews

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Best Honeymoon Ever

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anna, traveled in Dec 2024

My new husband and I love history, museums, and nature more than we care for beaches so we knew we wanted to explore a history-rich new place on our honeymoon. England, Scotland, and Ireland was the perfect trip to spend time together while exploring castles, amazing landscapes,...

New Year's in Edinburgh

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Andrea, traveled in Dec 2024

This trip was amazing, with an amazing tour director Steven Ball, an amazing group of people and an amazing itinerary. I experienced so much and learned so many new things and lessons. I felt completely comfortable the whole trip, there was tons of support around me. I had such...

Adventure of a lifetime

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Christian, traveled in Dec 2024

Stevie was an absolute rockstar as our tour director on my recent EF Ultimate Break trip to England, Scotland, and Ireland. This trip was the best experience of my life, and I can confidently say that Stevie was the heart and soul of it all. From the moment we met, his energy,...

London to Ireland

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Gage, traveled in Oct 2024

I had such a blast on this trip. I went by myself and met some of the best people ever from all parts of the world. We had some many adventures, from the crowded yet fun subways of London, to the breathtaking lowlands of Scotland where we got to feed Highland Cows. The excursion...

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17 days of adventure

5 out of 5 stars

3rd-time traveler Skylar, traveled in Oct 2024

My inner child saw so many places that she never thought she’d see from the giants causeway, to Edinburgh to the highlands to the cliffs of moeher. I absolutely fell in love with every place we went, especially Ireland. Over Halloween we found an emo music night and danced/sang...

england, scotland, & ireland

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Camille, traveled in Sep 2024

I had the best time on my trip to england, scotland, & ireland. I made such great friends, memories, & look forward to going back in the future again. thank you, fab & EF for this amazing trip & opportunity!!!

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