Great Britain and Islands
- 13 Days
- 12 Nights
- 6 Cities
Great Britain and Islands
- 13 Days
- 12 Nights
- 6 Cities
Tour includes
Hotel
Meal
Transport
Flight
Sight Seeing
Key Highlights
Madam Tussauds, London eye, Buckingham Palace in London
Stena Line cruises from Fishguard to Rosslare & Belfast to Cairnryan
National stud farm & Japanese Garden with entrance & International lunch
Irish dance show
Entry to Guinness Storehouse Brewery
Entrance to Titanic Museum
Guided sightseeing in Belfast
Guided tour in Edinburg & Glasgow Edinburg castle,
Lake Dist boat cruise
Guided tour in Manchester
Tidbits in between as available and possible
About this tour
Departures:
Destination:
Tour Plan
Destination
Itinerary
Day 1
Departure
Departure for London by the evening flight, the capital city of England and the most popular city in the United Kingdom.
All meals in flight.
Day 2
London, England, Uk, Madam Tussauds Wax Museum
Arrival London International Airport. After emigration, collection of your luggage, customs,
freshen up at the airport, buy your personal items at the duty free shops, then transfer to hotel in London . Standard checkin at the hotel is after 15.00 hrs ,early check in subject to availability, hence we proceed for a delicious lunch at the Indian restaurant, so that your jet lag and tiredness has gone, then transfer to the famous Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum.
Madame Tussauds is a wax museum founded in 1835 by French wax sculptor Marie Tussaud in London, spawning similar museums in major cities around the world. While it used to be spelled as “Madame Tussaud’s”, the apostrophe is no longer used . Experience the world of fame at one of London’s best loved attractions! With 3 floors, 8 zones and over 150 life like celebrity figures, come face to face with a magical touch sculpture work in wax depicting many celebrities . This Museum houses a unique collection of world’s largest wax works of famous personalities mainly, political, religious, art and entertainment and sports field. As you see India’s top leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Narendra Modi, Indira Gandhi, Also Americas Barak Obama, Englands Winston Churchill, Religious leaders like Dalai Lama, Pope and film stars like Amitabh Bachan, Aiswarya Rai, Deepika Padukone, Madhuri Dixit, Sharukh Khan, Salman Khan, Rithik Roshan ,Marilyn Monroe, Charlie Chaplin, Steven Spielberg, Silvester stallion…etc and sports men like Sachin Tendulkar, Pele, Steffi Graff and many more . It’s a splendid opportunity to take pictures & videos with them as in real.
Show your friends, they can never unbelieve it. Return to hotel. Check in and a good rest at leisure .Evening some time Free for shopping for your favorite items of London. Indian dinner at the Indian restaurant. Overnight hotel Mercure or similar for good rest and relaxation.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
Hotel Mercure or similar.
Day 3
London Sightseings, Buckingham Palace, London Eye
After delicious buffet breakfast checkout and transfer to city to meet your local english speaking guide for a much awaited city tour of London as the guide explains all the highlights of London’s landmarks you can marvel the sights and have pictures of Natural history museum, Big Ben, ( clock tower ) St. Pauls Cathedral, Houses of Parliament, Oxford Street, Piccadilly Circus, West Minister Abbey, Tower Bridge, and many other bridges across the Thames river and London city, Shard Tower the new landmark of London city, Downing Street, London Bridge, London Eye, London tower, Thames river & the floating cruises, National Gallery, Harrods, Baker street, Oxford street, etc. Later walking through St James’s Park, you will reach in Buckingham Palace.
Here you will see the changing of the guards, (subject to availability as this is decided by many factors like climate, and other official circumstances) a colorful spectacle and British pageantry since 1660. Changing the Guard takes place outside Buckingham Palace . The New Guard arrives from Wellington Barracks and takes over the responsibilities of the Old Guard in a formal ceremony accompanied by music. The guard that looks after Buckingham Palace is called The Queen’s Guard and is made up of soldiers on active duty from the Household Division’s Foot Guards. The guards are dressed in traditional red tunics and bearskin hats. This is a very popular and colorful function in London and thousands
from all over the world throng in the vicinity bearing cold weather and rain often.
Later you will get chance to walking tour of Tower of Bridge. Tower Bridge, one of London’s most famous landmarks, was opened in 1894 by The Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII. Designed by Sir Horace Jones is the major tourist attraction and offering unique views of London from the bridge. Tower Bridge is a two sided suspension bridge combined with a spectacular Draw bridge (bascule). The two 65m steel framed towers, decorated in Cornish granite and Portland stone, are built on huge concrete piers sunk into River Thames.
A sumptuous lunch at the Indian restaurant. After the lunch we proceed to have a Memorable experience in London Eye (optional). The London Eye is a giant wheel on the Bank of the river Thames with 443 ft. tall and the wheel has a diameter of 394 ft. You will get a bird eye view of London city and it takes you on a 30 minute flight, rising to 450 feet above the river Thames very slowly, viewing London’s most famous streets, churches, Palaces and monuments are spread out before you on the clear sky. It has 32 cubicles and each flight can take 30 passengers in it easily.
Indian Lunch & Dinner. Overnight hotel Mercure or similar.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
Hotel Mercure or similar.
Day 4
London, Cardiff, Fishguard, Sightseeings
Morning after a sumptuous English breakfast from your hotel restaurant, begin your long distance coach journey to Cardiff. Cardiff is the capital and largest city of Wales. Cardiff had a population of 362,310 in 2021, and forms a principal area officially known as the City and County of Cardiff. The city is the eleventh-largest in the United Kingdom. Cardiff is a city made famous through its production and exporting of coal.
The revenue generated through the exportation of coal enabled the city to continue to grow and develop, and by the 20th century, it was the greatest exporter of coal in the world. Roth Park, Llandaff Cathedral, Wales Millennium Centre, Principality stadium, Bute Park, St.Fagans National History Museum, National Museum Cardiff, Cardiff Castle are some of the important sightseeing points of Cardiff.
Later continue drive to Fishguard. Fishguard is a coastal town in Pembrokeshire, Wales, Modern Fishguard consists of two parts, Lower Fishguard and the “Main Town”. Fishguard and Goodwick are twin towns with a joint Town Council Fishguard’s ancient
Royal Oak public house was the site of the signing of surrender after the Battle of Fishguard. This brief campaign, on 22–24 February 1797, is the most recent landing on British soil by a hostile foreign force, and thus is often referred to as the “last invasion of mainland Britain”. We transfer to hotel for rest and relaxation.
Indian lunch and local dinner. Overnight hotel
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
International hotel, Cardiff.
Day 5
Fishguard, Rosslare ferry & Waterford, Irish Republic
Morning after the breakfast, an orientation tour of Fishguard at your own space. Set across two parts, the main township perches on the top of the hill, while Lower Town cups a small river that flows into an idyllic harbour. A nice walk and some spectacular views, then make your way up to the old fort, (entrance optional) a 1 mile walk from the town centre or 0.5 miles from Lower Town.
Facing north and with expansive views both east and west, this spot makes the perfect vantage point to survey your surroundings, watch the ferry come in, or have a picnic in a spot of historic interest. The canons, which can still be found at the fortress, formed the defence line that prevented the last invasion of Britain in 1797 –Fishguard is a hub of the natural beauty of the alluring seascapes, imposing cliffs and ancient standing stones. On time for your cruise ship transfer to Pembroke port to board the ship departure
13.30 hrs. . Arrival Rosslare at 16.30 hrs. Continental lunch in the ferry ship. Ship has duty free shops, best buys for your drinks, tidbits, other souvenir items,food items and other recreational activities.
Your coach also would be accompanying you in ship. Upon arrival at Rosslare Transfer to Waterford.( ( 1.30 hrs ) and to hotel. Today local International lunch in the ship . Indian dinner . Return to hotel for rest and relaxation
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
International hotel,Waterford
Day 6
Waterford, Irish National Stud Farm & Japanese Garden & St Fiachra's Gardens Dublin, Irish Republic
After breakfast we spend some time for a panoramic view of the city and to visit some world famous crystal sops as Waterford is the word for Crystal. especially in cut glass, named after the city of Waterford, Ireland. For the 18th year in a row, Waterford Crystal will be the focal point for over one billion pairs of eyes as the Waterford Crystal Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball begins its descent at 11:59 New Year’s Eve. The ball, the current iteration of which has been in place since the 2007 centenary of the Times Square ball, is a collaboration between Waterford Crystal and Philips Lighting featuring 2,688 Waterford Crystal triangles illuminated by 32,256 Philips Luxeon LED lights.
Continue your journey to visit The Irish National Stud Farm & Japanese Garden, also the St. Fiachra”s gardens. The Irish National Stud is a Thoroughbred horse breeding facility in Tully, Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland, an Irish horse racing industry and the only stud farm in Ireland open to the public and the finest of their kind in Europe, are far more than simply a treat for the eye. Devised by Colonel William Hall Walker, a wealthy Scotsman from a famous brewing family, the gardens were laid out by Japanese master horticulturist TassaEida and his son Minoru. Their aim was, through trees, plants, flowers, lawns, rocks and water, to symbolise the ‘Life of Man’. Enjoy fun at the Irish National Stud Farm and Japanese Gardens. The Irish National Stud’s Japanese Gardens, renowned throughout the world.
Today lunch we enjoy at the Irish Stud Farm, a delicious lunch with delicious desert. Later we continue our journey to Dublin the capital of Irish Republc , is on Ireland’s east coast at the mouth of the River Liffey.. Time permitting spend some time for the shopping. ( Remember here you need Euro as the currency.)
Local lunch, Indian dinner. Overnight stay at hotel Arklow Bay Conference, Leisure & Spa Hotel or similar in Ireland
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
International hotel,Ireland
Day 7
Dublin Sightseeing - Guinness Storehouse Brewery- Irish Dance Show
After breakfast from your hotel transfer by your coach for sightseeing of Dublin, to visit important monuments of Dublin in a guided city tour. The highlights of the city including St Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Trinity College, Pedestrian Bridge over River Liffey…etc. Dublin Castle, dating to the 13th century, and imposing St Patrick’s Cathedral, founded in 1191. We visit St Patrick’s Cathedral, see the beautiful glass work inside the cathedral.
Guinness Storehouse Brewery – Later we proceed On time as per the appointment to visit the Dublin Guinness Storehouse Brewery . It tells the story of Ireland’s most famous export, the Guinness beer, from its humble beginnings in 1759 to its global recognition today. The Storehouse is not only the home of Guinness but also a celebration of Irish culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship. St. James’s Gate Brewery is a brewery founded in 1759 in Dublin, Ireland, by Arthur Guinness. The company is now a part of Diageo, and the company formed from the merger of Guinness and Grand Metropolitan in 1997. The main product of the brewery is Draught Guinness. You will also get an opportunity to Brewery tradition of England. (subject to the availability).
Yet another beautiful experience awaits you in this tour..!! In the evening enjoy an Irish dance with dinner. Enjoy an evening of traditional Irish food, music and dance with an Irish show at the Belvedere in Dublin. Get set for a night of non-stop entertainment as professional Irish folk musicians and dancers take to the stage to perform Irish dances, jigs and reels. Tuck into a delicious 3-course dinner of typical Irish cuisine, sip a pint of Guinness and maybe even get up on stage to try your hand at Irish dancing.
Indian lunch, Irish dinner. Overnight hotel in Dublin.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
International hotel, Dublin
Day 8
Belfast - Sightseeing Titanic Museum, Northern Ireland
After a sumptuous breakfast at your hotel checkout and transfer to Belfast. Capital city of Northern Ireland and the birthplace of the infamous doomed ocean liner, RMS Titanic and harbor.
Upon arrival Visit Titanic Museum & city tour of Belfast.
Titanic, which famously struck an iceberg and sunk in 1912. This legacy is recalled in the renovated dockyards ‘Titanic Quarter, which includes the Titanic Belfast, an aluminium-clad museum reminiscent of a ship’s hull, as well as shipbuilder Harland & Wolff’s
Drawing Offices and the Titanic Slipways, which now host open-air concerts. . Titanic Belfast Museum- Titanic, was built at this precise spot. The Titanic was built at the Harland and Wolff Shipyards in Belfast in Harland & Wolff shipyard in the city’s Titanic Quarter Northern Ireland in 1912.
Now Titanic Belfast is a visitor attraction opened in 2012, a monument to Belfast’s maritime heritage on the site of the former where the RMS Titanic was built. It was 882 feet long and had a gross tonnage of 45,000 ton. Highlights of a visit include the impressive must-see Titanic Quarter, along with a variety of other points of interest associated with the ill-fated vessel. Other things to see include discovering the city’s superb Victorian architecture – be sure to check out the famous Albert Memorial Clock in Queen’s Square – and visiting its many noteworthy museums. It was the world’s biggest boat. St George’s Market, Crumlin Road Gaol -During those 150 years the Gaol has housed murderers, suffragettes and loyalist and republican prisoners. It has witnessed births, deaths and marriages and has been the home to executions, escapes, hunger-strikes and riots.
Indian Lunch and dinner. Overnight Hotel in Belfast.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
International hotel, Belfast
Day 9
Belfast- Ferry - Cairnryan – Glasgow, Scotland
Morning after sumptuous breakfast, checkout of the hotel with your coach and transfer to Belfast ferry terminal for a cruise into CIRNRYAN –SCOTLAND – the harbour town in the historical county of Wigtownshire, Scotland. This is the best cruise experience on the Irish Sea. The distance between Belfast and Cainryan is 45 miles. Upon arrival at Cairnryan, we drive to Glasgow. ( The cruise Departs at 11.30 am. Arrival Cairnryan at 13.45 hrs. Continental Lunch in ship.)
Transfer to Glasgow, upon arrival we spend some time on a panoramic tour of the city . Explore the Glasgow city – a port city on the River Clyde in Scotland’s western Lowlands.
It’s famed for its Victorian and art nouveau architecture, a rich legacy
of the city’s 18th–20th-century prosperity due to trade and ship building. Today
it’s a national cultural hub, home to institutions including the Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet and National Theatre of Scotland, as well as acclaimed
museums and a thriving music scene. Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Riverside Museum, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Celtic Park are some of the points of attractions.
Continental lunch, Indian dinner from Indian Restaurant. Overnight Hotel
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
International hotel, Glasgow
Day 10
Glasgow – Edinburgh Full Day Sightseeing
After continental breakfast we take you on an exhilarating full day tour of Edinburg & the Edinburgh Castle.
Edinburgh city recognized as the capital city of Scotland since at least the 15th century, perched on a hill with stunning views around. The highlight of the day include the beautiful new Scottish Parliament buildings and the supreme courts, The Royal Mile..Etc. The Royal Mile is at the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, with Edinburgh Castle at its head and the Palace of Holyrood house at its foot. Its name comes from its tradition as a processional route for kings and queens for the last 500 years. The total length of the streets between the Castle and the Palace is almost exactly a Scots mile (1.81 km), hence the name. The Palace of Holyrood house, commonly referred to as Holyrood Palace or Holyrood house, is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland. You will visit Glasgow Cathedral, George Square, Riverside and university area and other important places.
Here we visit the Edinburgh castle Situated at the top of the Royal Mile on top of Castle Rock, Edinburgh Castle is the number one visitor attraction in Scotland and the most iconic building in the city. Perched on top of an extinct volcano, the Castle and its Esplanade offers unparalleled views of Edinburgh. Once inside you can explore some of the oldest and most important buildings of the city, including St Margaret’s Chapel, The National War Memorial and the Half Moon Battery. The regal Crown Square is a real highlight, where you will find the magnificent Grand Hall and Scotland’s Crown Jewels – including the famous Stone of Destiny. Scotch Tasting Tour in Scotland – You can have an optional tour to Glengoyne Whisky Distillary ( to be booked at the time of confirmation of the tour- subject to availability ) OR You will get time to experience Scotch Whisky tradition of Scotland. The Scotch Whisky Experience is a whisky visitor attraction located on Castlehill in the Old Town of Edinburgh, immediately adjacent to the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle. The centre offers tours and whisky tutoring sessions, ( at optional cost ) alongside a shop,
corporate spaces and Amber Restaurant & Whisky Bar.. Or time free for shopping in one of the Shopping Malls for your favourite items.
Indian lunch and dinner from the restaurant . Overnight stay at Hotel in Glasgow.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
International hotel, Glasgow
Day 11
Lake District Manchester, England
After breakfast, continue your long distance coach to yet another beautiful area of England the Lake District, Windermere. We’ll drive through the Yorkshire Dales and into the Lake District, a UNESCO World Heritage site and incredibly beautiful part of England. Enjoy the Lake Windermere area and travel through countryside and experience the spectacular boat cruise on a Lake Windermere gives all travelers magnificent views of mountain scenery, secluded bays, wooded islands and wildlife, with the added bonus of being able to step off- board to enjoy one of the Windermere’s surrounding villages such as Lakeside and Bowness.
Continue your journey to Manchester – England’s second biggest city with rich industrial heritage. Upon arrival, we spend some time for shopping in Manchester .
Evening after dinner transfer to hotel.
Lunch and dinner at the Indian restaurant Overnight hotel.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
International hotel, Manchester, England
Day 12
Manchester, Sightseeing & Return
Today morning after having packed your bags for your return journey, checkout of the hotel and we proceed in our long distance coach to see Manchester sightseeing.
Manchester is a major city in the northwest of England – the home of Manchester United football club. Manchester was right at the heart of the Revolution, becoming the UK’s leading producer of cotton and textiles. Manchester is also famous for being the first industrialised city in the world. Manchester was responsible for the country’s first ever working canal in 1761 and the world’s first ever railway line in 1830. The Castlefield conservation area’s 18th-century canal system recalls the city’s days as a textile powerhouse, and visitors can trace this history at the interactive Museum of Science & Industry. The revitalised Salford Quays dockyards now house the Daniel Libeskind-designed Imperial War Museum North and the Lowry cultural centre. On your panoramic orientation tour see the Manchester Cathedral, Town Hall, Etihad Stadium University of Manchester and Albert Square. Later we visit Old Trafford- A largest club football Stadium in UK, the home of Manchester United football club.
Its time for us to be at the airport for our return journey , transfer to airport on time for the flight and so It’s the time to say goodbye to all the new friends you have made and take back happy memories of your Great Britain Tour. We would like you to spare a few minutes of your time to write and tell us how you enjoyed your tour and any suggestions you may have for the future.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
Day 13
Back Home Arrival
Later connect Flight and arrive Kochi International airport with sweet memories of UK Europe Tour.
Places You’ll See
London
Buckingham Palace
Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum
Cardiff Castle
- Airticket economy class
- 6 months UK-BIVS visa fees one time application with its courier, SMS charges (of the
online payment only) & Guidance for the visa - 4* hotel accommodation on double/twin share basis with Buffet breakfast,
- Lunches & dinners local/International & Indian
- Transportation in the airconditioned Long Distance Coaches Volvo/Mercedes Benz
- 500 ml water daily
- Local English speaking guide on certain sightseeings, and Tour Manager
- Normal Tips to drivers & guides
Sightseeings and entrances as below mentioned
- Madam Tussauds
- London eye
- Guided city tour of London
- Guided tour of Cardiff
- Stena Line cruises from Fishguard to Rosslare & Belfast to Cairnryan
- Guided tour of Dublin
- National stud farm & Japanese Garden with entrance & International lunch
- Irish dance show
- Entry to Guinness Storehouse Brewery
- Entrance to Titanic Museum
- Guided sightseeing in Belfast
- Guided tour in Edinburg & Glasgow
- Edinburg castle,
- Lake Dist boat cruise
- Guided tour in Manchester
- Tidbits in between as available and possible
PLEASE NOTE:
The decision of the consulate will be final and we will not be responsible for any denial of visa. The visa fees and other expenses will not be refunded at any circumstances. Any incidental amount payable at the consulate/VFS will have to be borne by the passengers.
The tour cost doesn’t include any own expense of personal nature like telephone charges, tips, porterage, laundry expenses, beverages, mini-bars at hotel rooms, alcoholic beverages, expenses of snow activities, 20% TCS (Tax collected at source), Finance act 2023 has inserted a new sub-section (1G) in TCS (Tax collected at source) under section 206C of the Income Tax act, 1961 to collect Tax out of foreign remittance transactions under Liberalized Remittance Scheme as well as amount received from buyer by a seller for sale of an ‘Overseas Tour Program Package’ w.e.f October 1, 2023. As per RBI guidelines an additional 20% TCS on invoice value is applicable for those passengers having PAN and anything that not mentioned in the itinerary
Advance payment will be Rs.25,000 & Rs.1.15,000 payable for purchasing tickets , visa fees, and advance towards hotel, transportation arrangement and services abroad through our foreign supplier and balance amount should be settled before 30 days of departure. The advance amount will not be refunded under any circumstances. Rates are valid for Indian citizens only. Visa granting is the sole discretion of the Consulate
and our role is to assist you in submission of visa and guide you with the formalities.
We will not be having any responsibility if the visa gets rejected or delayed and in that case the visa fees and other expenses like advance for hotel booking, Insurance and ticket charges are not refundable. GnS Leisure Travels will not be liable, in case if any passenger with granted visa, is denied to travel by the Emigration Authorities by the respective countries. In that case all the damages should be borne by the passenger.
The rate is calculated in such a way that 35 people are travelling in one vehicle and if the number of people will decrease, the rates also will be different. The rates are based on current ROE EURO 1 = INR 89 and the rate of exchange prevailing on the day of payment will be applicable to the package. For single passenger travelling in the trip they have to pay single supplement charges or will have to bring their own member to
share a room either on twin or triple sharing basis . Any up gradation of room category will be extra. Tour tariff is based on departure from Cochin, unless specifically mentioned. Tourists also can board from other places other than Cochin for their interest, then the rates also will be different.
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