Essence of England & Scotland

Welcome to the incredible to the capital of the United Kingdom - London! Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver, who transfers you to the hotel for check-in.

The rest of the day is free so you can start exploring the magnificent city center on your own, dine in one of the local restaurants or take a good rest in your comfortable room.

Following breakfast in your hotel you begin to explore the iconic landmarks of London. We have booked a 2 day pass for London tube for you, so you can experience famous London transportation system and save time on traffic.

Together with your professional guide you begin your full day city tour with the legendary Tower of London. Your tour continues with a walk to the absolutely un-missable must-sees of the city: the 700-year-old Westminster Abbey and one of London's most famous landmarks - the Houses of Parliament's iconic clock tower Big Ben, officially known as Elizabeth Tower.

After the tour you return back to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore London.

Today is a free day for you to explore London! There is still plenty to see, and one of the suggestions would be to visit The Shard skyscraper, which opens great panoramic views of the city.

Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and meet your private driver for the transfer.

Upon arrival to York, you are transferred to your downtown hotel for check-in.

Today you get to learn about the architecture, important characters, and brutal battles that have made York a cultural pilgrimage. Nearly becoming the capital of England, it was first found by Romans in 71 AD.

During the guided orientation walking tour of York you explore the ancient city walls, see the picturesque Shambles and the magnificent York Minster.

After the tour you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day at your leisure.

In the morning after breakfast, you check out from your hotel, meet your driver-guide and start the exploration of Yorkshire countryside.

Today you pass many scenic places including Knaresborough, the gorgeous Nidd viaduct, Harrogate, and the Southern part of Yorkshire's Dales National Park. As one of the highlights, you stop at Hawes to taste Wensleydale Cheese. 

Your way back to York takes you via Pateley Bridge market town, home to the oldest sweet shop in England, and you also pass the outstanding 14th-century Ripley Castle.

After the tour, you are taken to the train station for your train to the capital of Scotland - Edinburgh.

Upon arrival you walk to the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.

Following breakfast you get to explore the capital of Scotland - Edinburgh! 

Together with the guide you start a 4-hour tour of the Old Town and explore this culturally and historically important part of the city. Today you walk along the famous Royal Mile which connects two royal residences - the Castle and the palace of Holyrood House.

Before you visit the Edinburgh Castle  you hear a comprehensive history insight from your guide and visit the castle independently*. Here you may see the Honours (Crown Jewels) of Scotland, the famous 15th century gun Mons Meg, the One O' Clock Gun inside the castle.

Your guided walking tour ends before you visit the castle and after exploring the castle you may spend time in the city on your own or return to the hotel.

*Note: entrance tickets to the castle are included.

Today is free for you to enjoy and explore Edinburgh on your own. We recommend visiting the Scotish Gallery of Arts, the Queens Gallery, or the famous "Our Dynamic Earth" exhibition.

Also you may choose one of our carefully planned optional tours.

Today is the last day of your adventure to Great Britain. Your driver meets you at the hotel lobby and takes you to the airport for your departure. We wish you a safe flight and hope to see you again on our tours!