Amazing Britain

This morning, travel to Stratford-upon-Avon to view Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage and visit Shakespeare's birthplace and Visitor Centre. In your free time, explore the charming cobbled streets of the town or walk along the banks of the River Avon.

In York, view the ancient city walls, picturesque Shambles and the magnificent York Minster during your orientation walk through the Roman town.

This evening, join your fellow travelling companions and Travel Director at a Welcome Pub Reception, which includes a typical British pub meal and drink before continuing to your hotel in Leeds.

Set within a rugged landscape and containing a vast array of medieval and Georgian architecture, Edinburgh is a fascinating city.

This morning, your local guide takes you on a sightseeing tour which includes the Royal Mile, views of the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Arthur's Seat, Princes Street and the Scottish Parliament.

A real highlight is a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see the stunning Scottish Crown Jewels, known as the Honours of Scotland and to admire the panoramic views of the city from the battlements.

This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace or join your Travel Director on an Optional Experience to Rosslyn Chapel, famous for its association with the Knights Templar.

During the Edinburgh Festival, your visit includes tickets to the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Enjoy up-close views of the Forth Bridges as we make our way into the ancient Kingdom of Fife.

On arrival in St Andrews, see the famous Old Course and stop to take photographs at the 18th green.

Drive over the River Tay to reach a local distillery, where you'll learn the time-honoured traditions of Scotch Whisky making, followed by a sample of a 'wee dram'.

Arrive at Pitlochry, a charming town in the heart of Highland Perthshire, for some free time to explore.

Next, travel through the Grampian Mountains to enter the picturesque Cairngorms National Park, and after a scenic drive, arrive at our hotel.

There's time to relax in our Highland surroundings before dinner is served in our hotel.

Begin your day with a scenic drive through the stunning Scottish Highlands.

View the Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge and admire the views of Britain's highest mountain – Ben Nevis.

Drive to Glen Coe, the site of a bloody and cruel massacre in 1692 of the MacDonald Clan.

Join a ranger to discover how dedicated conservation efforts are protecting Scotland’s unique habitats and restoring native species to their natural homes.

Travel south across the vastness of Rannoch Moor to Scotland's prettiest loch, Loch Lomond.

Later, you arrive in Glasgow, where your orientation includes George Square and Glasgow Cathedral.

Visit Gretna Green, where eloping couples would make their vows over the anvil.

Return to England and enjoy a light lunch in the beautiful Cumbrian countryside.

Later tour through the Lake District, where the great poet William Wordsworth once lived. Visit Grasmere, where he wrote his most famous poem ‘Daffodils’ and see his final resting place in the churchyard of St. Oswald’s Church.

View Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in England, before arriving in Liverpool, home to “The Beatles”, and The Mersey Sound of the 1960s.