Tour United Kingdom and Brittany with Rouen - 11d - 2027

PARIS 6ºC - 9ºC - ROUEN 9ºC - 10ºC

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!
We head to the Maison Fragonard (admission included) to learn about the history of perfume.. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Seine, which will last approximately one hour and fifteen minutes. Then, you’ll have some free time.

Around 4:00 p.m., we’ll depart Paris and head to Normandy, arriving in Rouen. You´ll have free time to explore the historic center of this vibrant city, which dates back to Roman times and boasts charming medieval architecture and an impressive Gothic cathedral, offering a delightful blend of history and culture.

ROUEN 9ºC - 10ºC - ENGLISH CHANNEL - CANTERBURY 11ºC - 12ºC - LONDON 9ºC - 11ºC

Today, we’ll have time to take a stroll through the center of ROUEN. After this, we’ll travel to northern FRANCE. Crossing the English Channel by ferry, we’ll reach CANTERBURY, the religious capital of England, known for its charming historic center. Time to stroll around before continuing to our hotel in LONDON.

LONDON 9ºC - 11ºC

Discover LONDON on a panoramic tour with a local guide that showcases the city’s culture and history. You’ll see famous sites such as the Parliament, the River Thames, and Buckingham Palace, where you might witness the iconic Changing of the Guard (depending on the dates). In the evening, we’ll establish a meeting point in Piccadilly to take a stroll through Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho, areas renowned for their lively atmosphere, theaters, and entertainment options. You’ll have plenty of restaurants to choose from for dinner before we return to the hotel.

LONDON 9ºC - 11ºC - CAMBRIDGE 22ºC - 24ºC - YORK 18ºC - 21ºC - DURHAM 21ºC - 24ºC

We’ll start the day by leaving London and heading towards northern England. Our first stop will be Cambridge, where we’ll admire the beautiful colleges. After lunch, we’ll continue to York, where the stunning cathedral, Roman walls, and lively shopping streets will leave a lasting impression. You’ll have some free time to explore. Afterwards, we’ll proceed north to Durham, a vibrant medieval town featuring a magnificent cathedral in front of the castle.

DURHAM 21ºC - 24ºC - ALNWICK 10ºC - 10ºC - EDINBURGH 9ºC - 10ºC

We’ll travel to Scotland, with a stop in Alnwick, a picturesque town known for its beautiful gardens and large medieval castle, famously featured in the Harry Potter films. We’ll then continue to Edinburgh, arriving around midday. As Scotland’s capital and one of the most vibrant cities in Northern Europe, Edinburgh’s monumental center has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The castle overlooks the city’s steep streets and parks. We’ll enjoy a panoramic tour with a local guide.

EDINBURGH 9ºC - 10ºC - INVERNESS 9ºC - 9ºC - LOCH NESS - FORT AUGUSTUS 8ºC - 8ºC - GLASGOW 9ºC - 10ºC

Today, we have an exciting journey through the Scottish Highlands ahead of us, starting with a coffee and a stroll in Pitlochry, a charming village. Next, we’ll pass through Inverness in northern Scotland, near the mysterious Loch Ness. After, we´ll visit Urquhart Castle (admission included) from where we´ll embark on a boat ride on the dark waters of Loch Ness. Next, we’ll pass by Fort Augustus with its sluice system and Fort William, a tourist center at the foot of Ben Nevis, the highest summit in the United Kingdom. Heading south, we’ll travel through the high plateaus, where snow is often visible, and skirt the picturesque shores of Loch Lomond. We’ll arrive in Glasgow at the end of the day.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Groups arriving in Edinburgh from the 15th of November until the end of February will follow this adjusted itinerary due to the shorter days and frequent snow on the roads:

08:00 a.m. - Departure from Edinburgh to Pitlochry (09:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.), a picturesque city in the heart of the Scottish region known for its whisky production. We will visit a traditional whisky distillery (admission included). Our journey will continue to Stirling (12:30 p.m. - 03:30 p.m.), with its impressive historic center dominated by the grand Stirling Castle (tickets included). This castle is one of the most significant in Scotland, having witnessed numerous historical events, including battles and the coronation of several kings. After some time for lunch, we’ll stop to photograph The Kelpies, enormous sculptures of two horse heads inspired by Scottish mythology. Finally, we’ll continue to Glasgow. We’ll arrive at around 05:00 p.m. with time to stroll through the city center.

GLASGOW 9ºC - 10ºC - BELFAST 10ºC - 11ºC - DUBLIN 14ºC - 16ºC

Today we’ll leave Glasgow and head towards southern Scotland to board a ferry in Cairnryan. Our journey will take us to Northern Ireland, arriving in Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, a monumental city that is emerging from its historical religious conflicts. We’ll then continue into Eire, Ireland, with our final stop in Dublin, arriving by the end of the day.

DUBLIN 14ºC - 16ºC

We’ll start the day with a panoramic tour of Dublin, the peaceful capital of Ireland. We’ll stroll along the banks of the River Liffey, visiting its parks, historic university, and vibrant downtown streets. We will see the exterior of Trinity College. The afternoon will be free for you to explore at your leisure.

Note: Occasionally, depending on our arrival time in Dublin and the daylight hours, the tour may take place the previous afternoon.

DUBLIN 14ºC - 16ºC - CAERNARFON 9ºC - 11ºC - LIVERPOOL 8ºC - 10ºC

We’ll board a ferry early in the morning, and after a three-hour to three-and-a-half-hour journey, we’ll arrive in Wales. Our first stop will be Caernarfon, a seaside World Heritage Site dominated by its impressive castle. You’ll have time for lunch and a stroll. We’ll then continue to Liverpool, where we’ll take a short bus tour of the city, a World Heritage Site with the second-largest port in the United Kingdom. Interested in visiting The Beatles Museum?

LIVERPOOL 8ºC - 10ºC - STRATFORD 17ºC - 20ºC - OXFORD 9ºC - 10ºC - PORTSMOUTH - SAINT-MALO FERRY

Today we’ll travel through the south of England, beginning with a visit to Stratford-upon-Avon. You’ll have time to enjoy lunch and take a leisurely stroll. Next, we’ll travel to Oxford, a city synonymous with education and culture. Many kings, statesmen, philosophers, and scientists have studied here. Our journey will then take us to Portsmouth, where we’ll board a modern ferry to France. You’ll spend the night onboard in en-suite double cabins with bunk beds.

Note: The overnight crossing may sometimes change its itinerary due to availability issues. We advise you to prepare a carry-on bag for the night on board. Breakfast during the crossing is not included.

PORTSMOUTH - SAINT-MALO FERRY - MONT-SAINT-MICHEL 12ºC - 12ºC - FOUGÈRES 9ºC - 9ºC - CHARTRES 6ºC - 7ºC - PARIS 6ºC - 9ºC

We’ll disembark in NORMANDY and travel to MONT SAINT MICHEL, an extraordinary site where a stunning abbey rises above the sea. Next, we’ll visit FOUGÈRES, a charming town in Brittany nestled at the foot of the largest fortress in Europe. Here, we’ll have time to stroll through its medieval cobbled streets and enjoy lunch. Our journey continues to CHARTRES, where we’ll make a stop to admire its magnificent Gothic cathedral. We’ll then head to PARIS, arriving around 8:30 p.m.
Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.
Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.