PGS with Great Britain Tour 5 Countries STN-DUB (Tours Included)

Tour details

WITH PEGASUS AIRLINES

Grand Britain Tour 5 Countries

ENGLAND & WALES & SCOTLAND & NORTHERN IRELAND & IRISH REPUBLIC

5 COUNTRIES 5 CAPITALS!
ALL TOURS INCLUDED!

London - Oxford – Bath – Cardiff - Stratford Upon Avon – Chester – Liverpool - Lancaster – Windermere – Gretna – Glasgow - Stirling – Edinburgh - Giant’s Causeway – Belfast – Dublin

Tour Departure Dates

April 19 / May 23 / May 24 / June 21 / July 11 / July 25 / August 8 / August 22 / October 24 / November 7

Special Days :
Religious Festival & April Spring Break: March 15
National Sovereignty and Children's Day: April 23
Eid al-Adha: May 23 / 24
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day: July 11
October 29 Republic Day: October 24
November Spring Break: November 7

Day 1: Istanbul - London

Meet at the Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Departure Terminal.... At the counter. After completing check-in, baggage, and passport procedures, we will depart at 07:25 on Pegasus Airlines flight PC1163 to London Stansted. Arrive at London Stansted at 09:25. After passport, baggage, and customs procedures, we will meet our tour vehicle and head first to Buckingham Palace. This palace, the official administrative center of the British United Kingdom and England monarchy, will be our first stop. After that, we turn our route to the vibrant Piccadilly Circus, often called the heart of London. During our free time here, we will have the opportunity to explore the nearby key points. These include Leicester Square, the authentic Chinatown, the famous Theatre District, and the chic Regent Street. After our free time, we will return to our vehicle at the time specified by our guide. We will spend the night at our hotel.

Day 2: London (Full Day in London)

After breakfast at our hotel, we will take our place in the tour vehicle. We will set sail on a genuine London experience. Our first stop will be Greenwich, a district of London that houses the Prime Meridian and the Royal Observatory. From here, we will enjoy a pleasant boat trip on the Thames River. During this, we will greet the historic Tower of London and cross under the majestic Tower Bridge, arriving at Westminster with spectacular views of London. After disembarking, we will continue exploring on foot. During this walk, we will see Westminster Palace and Westminster Abbey, the Parliament Street with the famous mounted guards often seen in social media, Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery, and vibrant Covent Garden. Of course, the London streets and neighborhoods we will pass through will be part of this exploration. In the afternoon, we will see British Museum, one of the world's largest and most important cultural centers. Then, time will be given for shopping at Oxford Street. After free time, we will transfer back to our hotel. Spend the night at our hotel.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Day 3: London – Oxford – Bath – Cardiff

After breakfast at our hotel, we will first head to Oxford. Known for its medieval architecture and the world-famous university, Oxford features a magnificent natural atmosphere along the river. During our city tour: Harry Potter film series' set, Christ Church (Church), home to one of Europe's and the UK's largest libraries housing over twelve million works, Bodleian Library, Science and History Museum, Hertford Bridge (Bridge of Sighs), Trinity College, and Radcliffe Camera will be among our sights. For lunch and shopping, we will enjoy free time in the traffic-free Cornmarket and Queen Streets. After bidding farewell to Oxford, we will move towards Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage site, rich in history and architecture, famous for its stone buildings and distinctive style. Here, we will visit the Roman Baths that give the city its name, which have transported visitors back in time by nearly three centuries. We will also see The Circus and Royal Crescent, symbols of the city, the Jane Austen Centre which offers insights into her life and views, the Bath Abbey with Gothic architecture, and the Bandstand area and Pulteney Bridge overlooking the Avon River. After completing our tour in Bath, we will travel to Cardiff, the capital of Wales. In our city tour of Cardiff, we will begin with the impressive Cardiff Castle, which has a 2000-year history and is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Then, we'll visit Queen's Pier and the spectacular Millennium Building hosting art, opera, ballet, and other cultural events. Additionally, we will see Millennium Stadium and conclude our tour, transferring to our hotel. Overnight in Cardiff.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: The guide will specify a place for free time and is optional, with additional charges.
Dinner: The guide will specify a place for free time and is optional, with additional charges.
Accommodation: Celtic International Hotel etc. Cardiff
Route: London – Oxford 96 km – Oxford – Bath 132 km – Bath – Cardiff 91 km

Day 4: Cardiff – Stratford-upon-Avon – Chester – Liverpool

After breakfast at the hotel, we will head towards Stratford-upon-Avon, known for its fairy-tale-like scenery. Situated on the Avon River, this city is famous as the birthplace of William Shakespeare, considered the greatest playwright in history. We will follow in Shakespeare’s footsteps for an enjoyable journey through literary history. After leaving Shakespeare's hometown, we will turn towards the historical walled city of Chester, one of England’s most touristic cities with rich history and architecture. In Chester, we will visit the iconic Chester Cathedral, admire the historic city walls, and end with a tour of the Eastgate Clock, another city symbol. Our next and final stop will be Liverpool, renowned for its rich artistic culture and maritime history. During our Liverpool tour, we will see the Maritime Museum located at the Albert Dock, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the legendary Beatles Museum. We will also visit the Royal Liver Building with the mythological Liver Bird figures—the symbol of Liverpool, and Liverpool Cathedral, the fifth largest church in the world with the heaviest bells. We will explore the shopping center Church Street and the open-air shopping district Liverpool One. Afterward, we will transfer to our hotel for overnight stay in Liverpool or nearby.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: The guide will specify a place for free time and is optional, with additional charges.
Dinner: The guide will specify a place for free time and is optional, with additional charges.
Route: Cardiff – Lancaster 94 km – Lancaster – Windermere 48 km – Windermere – Gretna 100 km – Gretna – Glasgow 140 km

Day 5: Liverpool – Lancaster – Windermere – Gretna – Glasgow

After breakfast, we will depart for the lively Scottish city of Glasgow. On the way, we will stop at the historically significant city of Lancaster, which played an important role in English history and was once a court and prison where witches were judged. Today, it functions as a museum. You can also enjoy free time exploring the city’s unique streets, local cafes, or shopping. After visiting Lancaster, we will head to the Windermere region, home to England's largest and deepest lake. This area has become a popular resort for the British aristocracy since the 19th century when the train reached here. It offers unforgettable scenery with its natural beauty. After some free time here, we will pass through Gretna, known as the “love town,” en route to Glasgow. Upon arrival, we will take a Glasgow City Tour covering the Glasgow University, the Clyde River, the magnificent Glasgow Cathedral, the historic Merchant Square, and the shopping hub Buchanan Street. After the city tour, there will be free time, and we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay in Glasgow.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: The guide will specify a place for free time and is optional, with additional charges.
Dinner: The guide will specify a place for free time and is optional, with additional charges.
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Hotel etc. Glasgow
Route: Glasgow – Lancaster 94 km – Lancaster – Windermere 48 km – Windermere – Gretna 100 km – Gretna – Glasgow 140 km

Day 6: Glasgow – Stirling – Edinburgh – Glasgow

After breakfast at our hotel, we will head to Stirling, a city known as the "Gateway to Scotland." Here, we will visit the Bannockburn battlefield where two major Scottish wars took place, and see the famous Stirling Bridge marked in the "Braveheart" film. We will also observe the William Wallace Monument and enjoy panoramic views of the impressive Stirling Castle. After Stirling, the route will turn to visit the grandly artistic The Kelpies, gigantic horse-head sculptures representing Scottish mythology and industry. Continuing our journey, we will arrive in Edinburgh, often called the most beautiful city of Scotland. In our panoramic city tour here, we will see Holyrood Palace, the Edinburgh Castle that dominates the city skyline, the historic Royal Mile, the lively Princess Street, the University Building, the magnificent St. Giles Cathedral, and the Carlton Hill with stunning views of the city. After the city tour, there will be free time in Edinburgh city center for shopping and exploring. We will then transfer to our hotel for overnight stay in Glasgow.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: The guide will specify a place for free time and is optional, with additional charges.
Dinner: The guide will specify a place for free time and is optional, with additional charges.
Route: Glasgow – Stirling 43 km – Stirling - Edinburgh 63 km – Edinburgh - Glasgow 75 km

Day 7: Glasgow – Giant’s Causeway – Belfast – Dublin

After breakfast at our hotel, we will leave the British Isles and cross to the north of Ireland, the Irish Island. We will head to Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland and the fourth country of the UK, via Cairnryan. After arriving in Cairnryan, we will take a ferry across the sea with approximately 2.5 hours of travel. Our Irish adventure begins with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Giant's Causeway, known for its remarkable basalt columns. After this natural wonder, we will go to Belfast, where we will explore the City Hall, the Albert Memorial Clock with its tilted stance, the lively High Street, the famous Titanic Memorial, the vibrant St. George’s Market, and the historic Old Cathedral. After our free time in Belfast, we will transfer to our hotel in Dublin, the capital of the Irish Republic, or nearby.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: The guide will specify a place for free time and is optional, with additional charges.
Dinner: The guide will specify a place for free time and is optional, with additional charges.
Accommodation: The Gresham Hotel etc. Dublin
Route: Glasgow – Giant’s Causeway 275 km – Giant’s Causeway – Belfast 97 km – Belfast – Dublin 168 km

Day 8: Dublin – Istanbul

After breakfast at our hotel, we will begin our Dublin City Tour. The tour starts with St. Patrick’s Cathedral, built in 1191 and the largest cathedral in the country. Then, we will visit Trinity College Dublin, established in 1592 as Ireland’s most prestigious higher education institution, inspired by Oxford and Cambridge. Next, we will walk along the Grafton Street, the city’s most popular shopping district since the Victorian era. The cultural hub of the city, where you can experience traditional Irish entertainment with pubs, art galleries, and restaurants, is the Temple Bar district. We will see Ha’penny Bridge, one of the city’s iconic bridges and among the world’s oldest cast iron bridges. Finally, we will visit the Spire of Dublin, a towering 120-meter-high structure that offers different views based on the light. After this city tour, free time will be given before transferring to Dublin International Airport. We will then check in, complete baggage, and customs procedures, and take our flight PC1158 departing at 14:10 with Pegasus Airlines back to Istanbul. We are scheduled to arrive at 20:30 local time in Istanbul, where we will say farewell. Until our next journey.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: The guide will specify a place for free time and is optional, with additional charges.
Route: Dublin

Thames River Boat Tour

, Hotel Accommodation Taxes, City Tourist Taxes, and Local Guides per person: 150 GBP

Our guests acknowledge that they will participate in the organized tours as specified in the program, will not disrupt the schedule, and therefore agree in advance to pay the costs associated with local guides, museum & site entry fees, city taxes, earphone audio systems, and similar expenses. The guests are fully informed about this.

What's included

* Pegasus Airlines with Istanbul – London, Dublin – Istanbul Flight Tickets * Local Transportation Services * Professional Turkish-speaking guide service * 2 nights in 3- or 4-star hotels in London or its surroundings, 1 night in Cardiff, 1 night in Liverpool, 2 nights in Glasgow, and 1 night in Dublin or its surroundings with bed and breakfast included in a total of 7 nights stay * Customs Duties * The panoramic city tours specified in the program * Airport taxes and service fees * London Tour * Oxford Tour * Bath Tour * Cardiff Tour * Stratford-Upon-Avon Tour * Chester Tour * Lancaster Tour * Windermere Tour * Gretna Tour * Stirling Tour * Edinburgh Tour * Glasgow Tour * Giant’s Causeway Tour * Belfast Tour * Dublin Tour

Not included

* Entrance fees to museums and historical sites. * City taxes * Guided organized tours * All personal expenses * Lunch and Dinner * All visits and tours not specified in the program. * Driver service fee (Per person 10 GBP) * Overseas exit fee * Overseas travel health insurance