Britain & Beyond
England, Scotland & Wales
12 Days | 11 Nights • London • Stonehenge • Cotswolds • Edinburgh • Scottish Highlands • Cardiff
Tour Overview
From the iconic skyline of London to the dramatic peaks of the Scottish Highlands, from the honey-stone villages of the Cotswolds to the ancient castles of Wales — this 12-day journey through Britain is a celebration of history, landscape, and culture unlike any other.
Three nations, one extraordinary journey. Experience the royal grandeur of London, the wild romance of Scotland, and the Celtic magic of Wales — all with the comfort of private transportation, expert guides, and the personal touch that makes every VaFeltre tour unforgettable.
What's Included
Included
- 11 Nights Hotel Accommodation
- Daily Breakfast
- 5 Group Dinners
- Stonehenge Entry
- Edinburgh Castle Entry
- Loch Ness Boat Cruise
- Cardiff Castle Entry
- Private Transportation Throughout
- Expert Local Guides
- All Entrance Fees Listed
Not Included
- International Airfare
- Lunches
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Gratuities for Tour Director & Driver
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in London
Welcome to Britain! Your adventure begins in one of the world's greatest cities. After your private transfer to your centrally located London hotel, freshen up and join your tour director for an orientation walk through the city. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a traditional British gastropub, where you'll meet your fellow travelers and toast to the journey ahead.
Dinner includedLondon — Icons & Hidden Gems
A full day exploring London with your expert local guide. Visit the Tower of London and see the Crown Jewels, cross Tower Bridge, and stroll along the South Bank. See Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham Palace. In the afternoon, explore the charming neighborhoods of Covent Garden and Soho. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a celebrated London restaurant.
Breakfast & Dinner includedLondon — Museums & Royal Parks
Spend the morning at the British Museum, one of the world's greatest collections of human history and culture. See the Rosetta Stone, the Elgin Marbles, and Egyptian mummies. After lunch, stroll through Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, visit the Victoria & Albert Museum, and explore the colorful Portobello Road market. The evening is yours to explore London's legendary theatre and dining scene.
Breakfast includedStonehenge & Bath
Today's excursion takes you to two of England's most iconic sites. First, stand in awe before Stonehenge — the mysterious prehistoric monument that has puzzled and inspired humanity for 5,000 years. Then continue to the magnificent Georgian city of Bath, built around natural hot springs that the Romans developed 2,000 years ago. Visit the Roman Baths, stroll the elegant Royal Crescent, and enjoy afternoon tea in a traditional tearoom.
Breakfast includedThe Cotswolds
Spend the day exploring the Cotswolds — England's most quintessentially beautiful countryside. Visit the honey-stone villages of Bourton-on-the-Water, Burford, and Bibury, with their thatched cottages, ancient churches, and flower-filled gardens. Enjoy a traditional pub lunch in a village inn. Browse artisan shops and galleries before returning to London for your final night.
Breakfast includedTransfer to Edinburgh
Travel north to Edinburgh, Scotland's magnificent capital. Whether by train through the English countryside or by private coach, the journey itself is beautiful. Arrive in Edinburgh and check into your hotel near the Royal Mile. This evening, explore the atmospheric Old Town and enjoy dinner at a traditional Scottish restaurant — perhaps trying haggis for the first time!
Breakfast & Dinner includedEdinburgh — Castle, Royal Mile & Arthur's Seat
Explore Edinburgh with your expert guide. Visit the imposing Edinburgh Castle, perched on volcanic rock above the city, and see the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Destiny. Walk the historic Royal Mile from the castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Climb Arthur's Seat — the ancient volcano in the heart of the city — for panoramic views over Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth.
Breakfast includedScottish Highlands & Loch Ness
Journey into the dramatic Scottish Highlands — one of the most spectacular landscapes in Europe. Drive through Glen Coe, the site of the infamous 1692 massacre, with its brooding mountains and waterfalls. Continue to the shores of Loch Ness, the legendary home of the Loch Ness Monster. Take a boat cruise on the loch and visit the ruins of Urquhart Castle. Return to Edinburgh through the beautiful Highland scenery.
Breakfast includedSt Andrews & the Kingdom of Fife
Visit the ancient university town of St Andrews, home to the world's most famous golf course and Scotland's oldest university. Walk the cobbled streets, visit the ruined cathedral and castle, and stroll along the West Sands beach. Cross the magnificent Forth Rail Bridge — a Victorian engineering marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site — on your return to Edinburgh.
Breakfast includedTransfer to Wales — Cardiff
Travel south through the English countryside to Wales, the land of dragons, castles, and song. Arrive in Cardiff, the vibrant Welsh capital, and check into your hotel. This evening, explore Cardiff Bay — a spectacular waterfront development — and enjoy dinner at a Welsh restaurant, perhaps trying cawl (traditional lamb stew) and Welsh rarebit.
Breakfast & Dinner includedCardiff Castle & Welsh Countryside
Explore Cardiff with your guide. Visit the extraordinary Cardiff Castle, with its lavishly decorated Victorian Gothic apartments, and the nearby Castell Coch — a fairy-tale Victorian Gothic Revival castle rising from the forest. In the afternoon, drive through the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park, with its dramatic moorland, waterfalls, and ancient standing stones.
Breakfast includedDeparture
After a final British breakfast, your private transfer takes you to Cardiff Airport or back to London for your international flight. You leave with memories of ancient monuments, dramatic landscapes, royal palaces, and the warmth of British hospitality. Until we meet again — cheerio!
Breakfast includedExplore Britain & Beyond
Three nations, one unforgettable journey. Let us take you through the best of England, Scotland, and Wales.