LEGENDS OF THE GREEN ISLANDS

Arrival in London on your own or you can request an optional transfer booked before your trip. Overnight in London.

Breakfast at the hotel. A pedestrian walkway connects Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square, and Westminster Abbey, the heart of two thousand years of history. The guide shares anecdotes, from the intrigues of Downing Street to the pomp of the Changing of the Guard, before boarding at Westminster Pier. The included cruise offers views of the City of London and the Tower of London from the exterior deck, with commentary in Spanish pointing out landmarks such as the Globe Theatre and The Shard. Free afternoon to explore Borough Market or the Bankside galleries. Overnight in London.

In Oxford, the gargoyles of the Bodleian Library and the courtyards of Christ Church evoke centuries of scholarly talent; you'll have time for a break in the Covered Market, where coffee has been roasted since 1654. Stratford-upon-Avon displays dark timber-framed facades reflected in the River Avon; if you wish, step inside Shakespeare's birthplace or try a steak pie at Garrick's Pub. Late afternoon arrival in Liverpool: a stroll along the old docks and a finale with live music at The Cavern Club, a true sanctuary of British rock.

Overnight in Liverpool.

Breakfast at the hotel. We travel across the Yorkshire moors to York, where the medieval bell of Micklegate Bar still rings. We walk along the Roman wall, explore The Shambles alley that inspired J.K. Rowling, and enjoy cream tea with warm scones, whipped cream, and jam. Those who prefer can climb the tower of York Minster. Overnight in York.

Breakfast at the hotel. We cross Northumberland, catching glimpses of the Angel of the North before entering Scotland. Edinburgh welcomes us with the silhouette of its castle atop its extinct volcano. We stroll along the Royal Mile to Holyroodhouse, discovering passageways and cobbled courtyards. The afternoon culminates in an Old Town pub with a dram of single-malt whisky, haggis with mashed turnip, and a slice of smoked salmon. Overnight in Edinburgh.

Breakfast at the hotel. In Falkirk, the Kelpies metal sculptures shimmer along the canal; they are the largest pieces of public art in the UK. Visit and taste Rosebank, a recently reopened Lowland distillery famous for its floral notes. On the way back, you can climb Calton Hill for panoramic photos, or visit the National Gallery to see Rembrandt and Scottish landscape painters. Overnight in Edinburgh.

Breakfast at the hotel. The route takes us into the Highlands: the glacial valley of Glencoe, waterfalls bursting from the heather, and, with luck, Highland longhorn cattle. At Loch Ness, we embark on a mini-cruise opposite Urquhart Castle; the onboard sonar monitors for “unusual movements.” En route to Glasgow, we skirt Ben Nevis and the Trossachs lakes. A short sunset stroll through George Square reveals the illuminated Victorian architecture. Overnight in Glasgow.

Breakfast at the hotel. Early departure to take the ferry across the North Channel to Belfast; from the deck, you can see the rugged lighthouses and, on clear days, the silhouette of the Giant's Causeway.

In Belfast, we will tour the political murals, the Edwardian facade of the City Hall, and the dockyards where the Titanic was built.

After crossing the Ulster Plain, we arrive in Dublin at dusk. Overnight in Dublin.

Breakfast at the hotel. Panoramic walking tour of Dublin. We'll stroll through the most emblematic streets of the historic center, exploring its history, culture, and local anecdotes. We'll see iconic landmarks such as Trinity College, Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral, Temple Bar, and the banks of the River Liffey from the outside. An ideal way to get your bearings in the city and discover its essential sights in a relaxed and friendly manner, without feeling rushed and with time to soak up the Dublin atmosphere. Free afternoon to explore museums or boutiques on Grafton Street or enjoy a Guinness in Temple Bar.

Overnight in Dublin.

Breakfast at the hotel. We follow the course of the River Shannon to Athlone and climb the castle tower to watch riverboats entering the locks. Lunch of traditional Irish stew served with soda bread. In Galway, the colorful facades of Quay Street and the street musicians create a festive atmosphere; try the famous oysters with a glass of local white wine.

Overnight in Galway.

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, over 214 meters high, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, along safe paths that allow you to walk along the edge and observe puffins in season. We cross the Burren before skirting the coast of the Dingle Peninsula, stopping at Slea Head for panoramic views of the Blasket Islands. Arrival in Tralee. Overnight in the Tralee area of ​​Co. Kerry.

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to the Rock of Cashel, which rises above its green meadows, with its ruined cathedral and a Romanesque chapel covered in frescoes. In Kilkenny, stroll among pottery workshops and the Norman castle perched on the River Nore. Free afternoon and evening in Dublin to bid farewell with a traditional Irish dinner (optional). Overnight in Dublin.

Breakfast at the hotel. Ferry to Holyhead and drive through Snowdonia National Park; in the background rises Snowdon Peak, the highest in Wales. Exterior photo of Caernarfon Castle, the site of royal investitures, before continuing to Cardiff, a city that combines its neo-medieval castle with a trendy harbor full of restaurants. Overnight in Cardiff.

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to Bath with its Roman Baths and Georgian crescents; the optional visit to the Roman Baths reveals how a spa was built two thousand years ago. Then visit Stonehenge with included entry for an audio-guided walk among megaliths that still intrigue archaeologists. Arrival in London. Overnight in London.

Breakfast. Free time and optional private transfer to the airport or St Pancras station if you decide to continue to Paris by Eurostar.