Full Britain Tour - Turkish Airlines
Day 1 ISTANBUL – LONDON
Meet at Istanbul Airport in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at 04:30. After ticketing, baggage, and check-in procedures, we fly comfortably to London with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1981 at 07:50, arriving in London at 09:50 local time. After arrival, our guide and private bus will meet us and we depart for a panoramic city tour of London. During the city tour, you will see London's world-famous landmarks including the Parliament Building, Big Ben Clock Tower, Westminster Bridge, Trafalgar Square, London Eye, Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, Buckingham Palace (the residence of the British Royal Family), Hyde Park, and many other tourist spots. After the panoramic tour of London, free time is provided. Guests can optionally join an extra Richmond Tour. This tour includes the affluent area along the Thames, the peaceful Kew Gardens with its large botanical garden, 17th-century Kew Palace, Tree Top Walk and panoramic views, and Richmond Park where herds of deer roam. The main street, The Quadrant, and nearby streets feature eclectic shops, modest and luxury restaurants, and the Richmond Theatre with shows. After this tour, we will visit Windsor town, see Windsor Castle from a panoramic perspective, and explore this charming town along the Thames River. Afterwards, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
Day 2 LONDON – GREENWICH – BRITISH MUSEUM – THAMES RIVER
After breakfast, free time is available. Guests can choose to join an optional tour (Greenwich & British Museum & Thames River Boat Tour & London's Iconic Streets and Neighborhoods Tour) organized by our guide. This tour offers a real London experience: a boat trip on the Thames River, riding the London Underground, and visiting the world-famous British Museum. Our first stop will be Greenwich, the starting point of the Prime Meridian and where the world's time zones are set. We will see the zero meridian, explore Greenwich's historic sites including the Royal Observatory, the Cutty Sark clipper ship, and the National Maritime Museum. We will take a one-hour boat tour along the Thames, viewing London's skyline from the river. Next, we'll visit the British Museum, showcasing thousands of artifacts from around the world, including exceptional pieces from ancient Greece, Egypt, and the Mediterranean. After the museum, we will walk through the city to see Oxford Street, Soho, Chinatown, and Piccadilly Circus. You may also visit the National Gallery for an optional extension before returning to the hotel.
Day 3 LONDON – OXFORD – CHESTER – LIVERPOOL
After breakfast, head to Liverpool. Guests may optionally join an Oxford & Chester City Tour organized by our guide (those who do not participate will have free time at shopping or recreation areas). In Oxford, see the famous Oxford University colleges including the Radcliffe Camera, Bridge of Sighs, Sheldonian Theatre, and the Bodleian Library. Then, visit Chester, known for its unique and remarkably preserved English architecture. Afterwards, proceed to Liverpool. Upon arrival, enjoy a city tour covering Liverpool FC’s Anfield Stadium, the city’s Theater District, Liverpool Cathedral, St. George’s Hall, Albert Dock, and the River Mersey. Tour highlights include Beatles pubs, notable monuments, and iconic buildings, with many photo opportunities. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay.
Day 4 LIVERPOOL – WINDERMERE – GLASGOW
After breakfast, depart for Glasgow. En route, guests can choose to join an optional tour of the Lake District’s Windermere Boat Tour, which is the second-largest national park in England and features scenic lakes and mountains, including Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England. Enjoy a 45-minute boat cruise on Windermere Lake, renowned for its stunning views. After the tour, continue to Glasgow. Upon arrival, take a city tour including Glasgow University, the Kelvin River, Glasgow Cathedral, Merchant Square, and Buchanan Street. Free time is provided before transferring to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 5 GLASGOW – EDINBURGH – GLASGOW
After breakfast, guests can opt for an optional tour (Braveheart Tour) to Stirling Castle, the historic William Wallace Monument, and Edinburgh. In Stirling, see the Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument, famous from the Braveheart film, with its war scenes and historical structures. Then continue to Edinburgh, where the city tour includes Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, Princes Street, University buildings, St. Giles Cathedral, and Carlton Hill. Free time is provided in the city center for shopping and exploring. Return to the hotel. Guests may also choose to join an optional Scottish Evening with dinner, which requires minimum participation. Overnight stay in Edinburgh.
Day 6 GLASGOW – BELFAST – DUBLIN
After breakfast, transfer to Cairnryan port to board the ferry to Ireland. Enjoy a scenic 2.5-hour ferry trip across the Atlantic. Upon arriving in Belfast, Northern Ireland, after customs, enjoy a city tour including Parliament Building, City Hall, Peace Wall, Albert Clock, High Street and the bridge, St. George’s Market, and the historic cathedral. Afterwards, transfer to Dublin. In Dublin, explore the city with visits to Parliament House, National Museum, River Liffey, Trinity College, Grafton Street, Merrion Square, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, O’Connell Street, Stephens Green Park, and the Famine Memorial. Free time for shopping and sightseeing before returning to the hotel. Guests can join an optional Irish Night with dinner, which requires minimum participation.
Day 7 DUBLIN
After breakfast, free time is available. Guests may join an optional tour to Galway, Doolin, and the Cliffs of Moher, a scenic route showcasing Ireland’s vibrant street music and cultural scene in Galway, the charming seaside town of Doolin, and the stunning Atlantic cliffs at Moher, known for their breathtaking views. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 8 DUBLIN – ISTANBUL
After breakfast, check out of the hotel. Transfer to the airport at the indicated time. Flight Turkish Airlines TK 1978 departs at 16:55 for Istanbul. Arrive in Istanbul at 00:10, marking the end of our tour.
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