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From the Liffey to the Thames (GF2025)

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A 13-Day Globus Tours tour starting from $4,199.00

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Escorted Tour Highlights

Countries Visited:

Canada, England, Ireland, Scotland

Cities Visited:

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Sightseeing Highlights

City Highlights

Overview

Title
From the Liffey to the Thames

Vacation Overview
Beloved music, literature, and poetry; lively traditions, customs, and conversation; smooth Guinness, whisky, and ale—they all flow from the banks of one legendary river to another on this immersive tour of Ireland, Scotland, and England. From the ancient villages along the Liffey to the cathedrals and castles lining the Thames, this tour of Ireland and Britain invites you to splash about in four distinctive countries and cultures. Enjoy the scenic Ring of Kerry, follow the sounds of haunting bagpipes in Edinburgh 's quirky quarters, and quote famous verse as you stroll around Shakespeare 's birthplace in the English countryside. With a compass pointed toward enlightenment and enchantment, this vacation to Ireland and Britain is overflowing with seaside scenery, Highland history, and cobblestone charisma.


Year Round Offers

  • Save by forming your own group of 5 or more
  • Triple Room Reduction Available for most tours
  • 10% Discount for Young Travelers 8-17 yrs old
  • Pay less for your second vacation in the same year

From the Liffey to the Thames (GF2025) Day 1:
ARRIVE IN DUBLIN, IRELAND Céad mile fáilte—a hundred-thousand welcomes! Free time. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)



Day 2:
DUBLIN Ireland 's Capital City DUBLIN Take a morning orientation drive to see O 'Connell Street, Georgian squares, St. Patrick 's Cathedral, and Trinity College. Free time this afternoon. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CITY SIGHTS “In Dublin 's fair city where girls are so pretty” you 'll also find great personality and charm. The charisma of Dubliners and the bounty of pubs here is matched only by the gorgeous Georgian Squares, 12th-century St. Patrick 's Cathedral, and Trinity College.




Day 3:
DUBLIN-KILDARE-CASHEL-KILLARNEY The Winner 's Circle KILDARE Visit the world renowned Irish National Stud.
CASHEL See the Rock of Cashel, where St. Patrick preached.
KILLARNEY Free time. (B,D)
191 mi / 308 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION The Irish National Stud is home to the long tradition of Ireland 's love of horses. This horse breeding facility in County Kildare, considered the beating heart of Ireland's thoroughbred industry, continues to inspire all who visit. Hear about some of the world 's most magnificent champion stallions that have made racing history since the turn of the 20th century.




Day 4:
KILLARNEY-RING OF KERRY-ADARE-LIMERICK Irish Eyes & Cheeky Rhymes RING OF KERRY Panoramic drive around part of Ireland's southwestern peninsula.
ADARE Stop at the quaint village to see its pretty thatched cottages.
167 mi / 268 km (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Explore the emerald tapestries of green fields and ocean views that make other coastlines green with envy. The Ring of Kerry begins and ends in Killarney, taking you on a trip along the southwest coast of Ireland. Discover a paradise of panoramic cliffs, lush landscapes, and breathtaking beaches of the Iveragh Peninsula.




Day 5:
LIMERICK-CLIFFS OF MOHER-GALWAY-SLIGO Notes Above High Sea CLIFFS OF MOHER Visit the 668-foot-high cliffs above the Atlantic Ocean.
GALWAY Free time.
SLIGO Free time this evening.
188 mi / 302 km (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Feast your eyes on a stunning spectacle of sea and sky on the Cliffs of Moher on the Wild Atlantic Way. Try to resist the inspiration that has moved artists, poets, and scientists throughout the ages as you stand on the edge of 320 million years of geologic perfection on the rugged coastline of County Clare.




Day 6:
SLIGO-DERRY, NORTHERN IRELAND-GIANT 'S CAUSEWAY-BELFAST Derry Girls & Daring Giants DERRY [LF] Walk on the city walls with a local guide.
GIANT 'S CAUSEWAY See more than 40,000 interlocking basalt columns formed millions of years ago.
200 mi / 322 km (B)

LOCAL FAVORITE
HISTORIC SPOT Derry is known as the only remaining completely walled medieval city in Ireland and one of the best-preserved walled cities in Europe. Walk around the 17th-century fortification masterpiece with 7 gates and 24 cannons while also discovering a city full of history, heritage, and culture.




Day 7:
BELFAST-EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND Strait to Scotland BELFAST Visit the Titanic Experience
Take a ferry crossing to the maritime port of Cairnryan on Scotland 's west coast en route to Edinburgh.
132 mi / 212 km (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
EPIC RIDE The North Channel (also called the Irish Channel) connects northeast Ireland to the southwestern coast of Scotland. The North Channel is part of the Ocean 's Seven, a set of seven long-distance open-water swims, although most who cross rely on the many ferries that run between Belfast and Cairnryan, the Scottish village with a proud maritime history, including building sections of the floating Mulberry Harbors built to support the D-Day invasion of Normandy.




Day 8:
EDINBURGH Drummers, Pipers & Precious Jewels EDINBURGH Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the New Town, the Old Town, and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland 's Crown Jewels. Free time this afternoon. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Unpack your plaid! Edinburgh Military Tattoo performances included on departures July 30, August 6 and 13.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
MUSIC & MASTERPIECES Ascend to Castle Rock to explore Edinburgh Castle, one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland, with an 11,000-year history as “the most besieged place in Great Britain.” Here, you 'll find the royal regalia and Scotland 's Crown Jewels. The Castle forms the background of the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, an extravaganza of bagpipes and drums performed en masse in August each year.




Day 9:
EDINBURGH-ALNWICK, ENGLAND-YORK Spend Your Day Your Way in Alnwick

ALNWICK Explore Alnwick on an included YourChoice Excursion.
YORK See York Minster and browse the shops of The Shambles.
214 mi / 344 km (B)

TAKE YOUR PICK
Explore your way today with your choice of excursions:

CASTLE DELIGHT Alnwick Castle is the second largest inhabited castle in England and has been the home to the Duke of Northumberland 's family, the Percys, for over 700 years. In recent years it has taken a starring role in a number of film and television productions - including Downton Abbey and Harry Potter.
OR:
BLOOMING MARVELOUS The Alnwick Garden is one of the world 's most ambitious new gardens. The vision of the Duchess of Northumberland is a truly 21st century experience full of imagination, inspiration, and fun.



Day 10:
YORK-STRATFORD-UPON-AVON Plays & Pints STRATFORD-UPON-AVON See Anne Hathaway 's Cottage and visit Shakespeare 's Birthplace.
COTSWOLDS Scenic drive followed by [LF] dinner at a local pub.
156 mi / 251 km (B,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES Quench your thirst with local ales and ciders while tasting traditional pub fayre prepared following century old recipes. Nothing eases homesickness like hearty cooked food concocted with care and love like grandma used to make. Just like home away from home!




Day 11:
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON-STONEHENGE-LONDON Mysterious Monuments STONEHENGE Visit the pre-historic monument
176 mi / 283 km (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORY & MYSTERY Ponder the who, what, why, and how of Stonehenge, one of the most impressive prehistoric megalithic monuments in the world. Its sheer size and sophisticated architectural design have earned it legendary reverence as the most famous prehistoric monument in the world. Although its original purpose is a mystery, the concentric monuments hold spiritual significance for people from around the world who gather at the massive stone circles to celebrate the summer solstice.




Day 12:
LONDON The Royal Treatment LONDON Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, Prime Minister 's Downing Street residence, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Free time this afternoon.
(B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SITES See the legendary landmarks of England 's historic capital city. Walk where voices have rung out for centuries in Parliament Square and where chimes rise high above you with the ringing of Big Ben 's quarter bells. See Westminster Abbey, where royal coronations, weddings, and funerals have made history.




Day 13:
LONDON Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
(B)





All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to confirm availability and pricing.

Globus Tours

Meals
12 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners

Hotels:

Hilton Dublin City
Dublin 2, Ireland
Stay at the Hilton Dublin hotel and admire stunning views over the beautiful, historic Grand Canal. Set in the heart of Dublin city, this Dublin hotel is situated on the green LUAS line and is close to a wealth of local attractions and business corporations. Discover stylish wine bars and gourmet bistros just a short walk from the hotel on Grafton Street and the famous St. Stephen Green area. Unwind in one of this Dublin hotel's bright and modern Guest rooms.
Rating: Superior First-Class

Killarney Towers Hotel
Killarney, Ireland
Killarney Towers Hotel offers spacious and bright rooms, designed, furnished and decorated with comfort and convenience in mind. The hotel boasts restaurants, bars, a concierge service and on-site fitness facilities.
Rating: Superior First-Class

Limerick Strand Hotel
Limerick, Ireland
A unique and individual hotel with an exceptional location on the Shannon. The award-winning River Restaurant and welcoming Terrace Bar & Café serve the finest quality of Irish and international cuisine, created with locally sourced produce. The Energize Health Centre features a 20-meter swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi, state-of-the-art exercise and high-performance cardo & weights machines as well as a plunge pool and hydrotherapy facilities. Complimentary Wi-Fi access is available throughout the hotel.
Rating: Superior First-Class

Radisson Blu Sligo
Sligo, Ireland
The newly refurbished 4 star Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Sligo is nestled between the beautiful vistas of Sligo Bay and Benbulben Mountain and sits along the Wild Atlantic Way. The hotel is just 3km from the bustling centre of Sligo and close by the seaside village of Rosses Point. The hotel has 132 light and airy guest rooms complete with black-out curtains, free high-speed WiFi and Satelitte Television. The elegantly stylish AA Rosette accredited Classiebawn Restaurant offers the very best of locally sourced ingedients. Benwisken Bar also offers an extensive bar selection.
Rating: Superior First-Class

The Clayton Hotel Belfast
Belfast, Ireland
Step straight out of the Clayton Hotel and into the heart of Belfast's city center; you'll find it minutes from central landmarks like Belfast City Hall and Victoria Square shopping center. You can watch the world go by on cosmopolitan Ormeau Avenue as you dine in the hotel's glass-fronted restaurant, enjoy a drink in Junction Bar, or retreat in the Spirit Heath & Beauty Club, an oasis with its own heated pool and Fitness Centre. The air-conditioned bedrooms feature satellite TV, free Wi-Fi access, work desk, hairdryer, iron/ironing board, and tea/coffee making facilities.
Rating: Superior First-Class

Marriott Courtyard
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh is the newest edition to the Scottish capital, combining heritage and style with an innovative design and locally inspired furnishings. The hotel has a prime location, just a five-minute walk from Princes Street and Waverley Station. Spacious, modern hotel rooms include quality amenities, such as a selection of in-room entertainment, plush bedding, and a work desk. Meals are served in The Lantern Room and the lobby offers an innovative and sophisticated space for working and relaxing.
Rating: Superior First-Class

DoubleTree by Hilton York
York, United Kingdom
The DoubleTree by Hilton York is located in the heart of York, overlooking the City Walls and just a 5-minute walk from York Minster. Guestroom features include a 49-inch HDTV, feather duvet and pillows (hypoallergenic available on request), seating area and desk, and amenities tray with mineral water. All guestrooms are fully air-conditioned. Other guest facilities include a laptop safe and USB port.
Rating: First-Class

Doubletree Stratford Upon Avon
Stratford - upon - Avon, United Kingdom
This hotel is central to Shakespearean sights in Stratford-upon-Avon, a 10-minute walk from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. They are located next to the train station and easy to reach by the M40. Relax in their garden and browse city center shops less than a mile away.
Rating: Superior First-Class

Hotel Indigo Stratford Upon Avon
Stratford - upon - Avon, United Kingdom
Formerly the Falcon Hotel, this stunning historic building has been in the heart of the Stratford-upon-Avon neighborhood for centuries. Once a 16th century residence, the original Tudor decorative black and white half-timbering and slanted windows is now blended perfectly with a modern and stylish design that provide guests with a unique boutique hotel. The original Falcon Hotel property was a private dwelling for some 150 years after it was built before becoming a hostelry. Taking many forms over the years, including being several private properties, the latest chapter forms the individual and fascinating Hotel Indigo Stratford upon Avon. Located directly opposite New Place, the home of William Shakespeare in his later life, The Falcon was also the venue where the Shakespeare Club was established. Just a minute¿s walk from the center of this historic town and its famous Royal Shakespeare Theatres, Hotel Indigo Stratford upon Avon is truly a hotel on the world¿s stage.
Rating: Superior First-Class

Park Plaza Waterloo
London, United Kingdom
The 494-room property is situated within walking distance of top London attractions, including the London Eye, the London Dungeons and the Imperial War Museum. The Florentine Restaurant serves a Brasserie-style menu; the bar features the best of British bubbles and craft beers as well as a range of signature cocktails; and for a relaxing cup of coffee, head to the illy Caffè bar. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre and a heated swimming pool. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the hotel.
Rating: Superior First-Class

Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
London, United Kingdom
Situated opposite Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Park Plaza Westminster Bridge places guests at the heart of central London. Dining option include Brasserie Joël, Ichi Sushi & Sashimi, 1WB Lounge & Patisserie, and Primo Bar. The hotel also boasts a fitness center with a 15-meter pool and Mandara Spa. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the hotel.
Rating: Superior First-Class



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