British Isles Discovery

22 days from London to Dublin
Experience some of Britain and Ireland’s fascinating towns and spectacular scenery as this tour takes you on a journey through lush landscapes, vibrant cities and historic attractions.

In Britain, travel through the National Parks of Northumberland, the Brecon Beacons, Dartmoor and the incomparable Snowdonia National Park in Wales. Drive through the serene Lake District, England’s largest and finest natural park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On your way to Glasgow, admire some of Scotland’s most stunning scenery, including vast areas of unspoiled wilderness and gorgeous lochs (lakes).

In Stratford-upon-Avon, explore the town that Shakespeare called home and get a glimpse into life in 16th-century England. Walk through York’s quaint streets with your Tour Director and marvel at England's most complete medieval city. In Bath, explore the elegant city famed for its excavations of the 2,000-year-old Roman baths. In Plymouth, see the Mayflower Steps, where the Pilgrim Fathers embarked in 1620. Enjoy an orientation drive in Cardiff, the capital of Wales, and sightseeing in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital.

In Ireland the highlights continue! See the 668-foot Cliffs of Moher on Ireland’s west coast, offering breathtaking views of rugged cliffs dropping into the ocean. Join the Ring of Kerry, a 100-mile drive with sparkling seascapes and mountains dotted with brightly painted farmhouses. In Northern Ireland, visit awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway, and visit Derry one of Ireland’s best-preserved fortified cities, and Downpatrick, burial place of Ireland’s Patron Saint. On the amazingly green Dingle Peninsula—perched on Ireland’s westernmost tip and dominated by the range of mountains—enjoy one of Europe’s most dramatic drives passing seaside villages, ancient monuments, and views of the Blasket Islands. Visit some of its vibrant cities—including Dublin, Belfast, and Galway—and charming towns, including Killarney. Enjoy a guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal, visit Kilkenny, famous for its medieval architecture and Norman castle.

These are just some of the highlights on this value-minded tour of Britain and Ireland.
All This. Included
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!

Your Tour Includes:
• Walking tour of Oxford
• Visit to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon
• Walking tour of York
• Guided city sightseeing in Edinburgh with admission to Edinburgh Castle and Scotland’s Crown Jewels
• Visit to Gretna Green
• Scenic drives through the Scottish Highlands, Snowdonia National Park, and the Lake District
• Orientation drive in of Cardiff
• Free time in the Georgian city of Bath
• Admission to Stonehenge and Visitor Centre
• Orientation drive in Dublin
• Admission to the Giant’s Causeway
• Admission to the Cliffs of Moher
• Explore the popular resort of Killarney
• Scenic views of the Blasket Islands on a drive along Slea Head on the Dingle Peninsula Drive across the Ring of Kerry and through the Boyne Valley
• Admission and guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal
• Visit to Kilkenny