Best of Britain - Classic Group
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See the very best of Britain on this 9-day guided tour that traverses Scotland, Wales and England. At Edinburgh Castle, sit on the Stone of Destiny, the sandstone seat upon which dozens of Scottish monarchs were crowned. Survey the English Lake District, where mountainous peaks give way to expansive lakes and scenery so picturesque it inspired the words of William Wordsworth. Plus, discover the mystery of Stonehenge, where towering prehistoric stones cast shadows on emerald green fields and sail across Plymouth harbour, with views of the city's royal citadel. Finally, indulge in a feast at a historic mill in the English countryside, enjoying organic seasonal produce freshly picked from the fields just outside.
Duration 9 days
Destination London
Company Insight Vacations
Availability From 29/04/2026 to 15/10/2026
Call 133 133
What's Included?
- Highlights
- 3 Dinner (D)8 Breakfast (B)Choose between two carefully selected activitiesPlymouth: Set sail on a relaxing cruise from Plymouth harbour, where the pilgrims left over 400 years ago
- Dartmoor National Park: Visit Dartmoor to learn about the history of stone circles and indigenous traditions from your knowledgeable Local Expert on a scenic exploration
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency
- We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door
- From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available)
- If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times
- If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport
- York: Enjoy a traditional Yorkshire dinner and the chance to get to know your fellow travellers
- Plymouth: Set sail on a relaxing cruise from Plymouth harbour, where the pilgrims left over 400 years ago
- Dartmoor National Park: Visit Dartmoor to learn about the history of stone circles and indigenous traditions from your knowledgeable Local Expert on a scenic exploration
- Saltash: John and Anne welcome you to historic Heskyn Mill for a farm-to-table dinner
- Savour a delightful meal, with all ingredients responsibly sourced from local producers or carefully foraged from the local area to reduce waste
- The farms ethos is to support local and reduce food waste
- All food is sourced locally, even though this proves more expensive
- A staff member grows seasonal vegetables and they have their own egg laying hens
- They have relationships with the local farmers where they make sure to get the food that would otherwise struggle to be sold in order to reduce waste
- Vegetables are chosen seasonally and are often picked in the morning for their guests to enjoy later the same day
- Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- Stratford-upon-Avon: Learn about the life of William Shakespeare, arguably history's most famous writer, when you visit his birthplace
- Then enjoy some time to explore this pretty town with its iconic Tudor houses
- York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city
- Hadrian's Wall: Stop to see part of the ancient wall that once marked the border of the Roman Empire
- Jedburgh: See the impressive 12th century Jedburgh Abbey, dominating the centre of town
- Even though it is now in ruins it is still a magnificent structure and you can climb a spiral staircase to view the spectacular architecture from a balcony
- Built by King David I of Scotland for Augustinian monks, Jedburgh is one of four major Abbeys of the Borders between England and Scotland, and was damaged and rebuilt several times during the Wars of Independence in the late 13th and early 14th centuries
- Edinburgh: Explore Edinburgh Castle with your Local Expert to see the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Mons Meg up close
- Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Expert as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Edinburgh: A hush descends and eyes turn to the castle
- The skirl of the pipes rises and drums crack the night air as a tide of tunics and tartan flood from the drawbridge
- For a limited time in August, witness the incredible spectacle of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
- Glasgow: See the grand public buildings, including George Square and St
- Mungo's Cathedral
- Stirling: Travel via the historic site of Bannockburn and view Stirling Castle
- Grasmere: Learn about the life of the poet William Wordsworth and visit his grave
- Ludlow: Explore the narrow streets and lanes in front of the castle
- Admire the medieval timber-framed buildings and Georgian mansions
- Cardiff: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the castle and Principality Stadium
- Bath: Visit the Roman Baths, one of the best-preserved ancient bathhouses in Northern Europe whose waters still flow today
- Enjoy a personal exploration of the site, including the Sacred Spring, original Great Bath, temple remains and museum displays of artefacts uncovered on site
- This complex offers a clear view of public bathing and religious practices during the Roman occupation of Britain nearly 2,000 years ago
- Bath: During an orientation you will see the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and Bath Abbey
- Glastonbury: Explore the town rumored to be the resting place of legendary King Arthur and the Holy Grail, and location of one of the world's largest music festivals
- Stonehenge: Walk around the strange, awe-inspiring megaliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom
- Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards
- Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches
- Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day
Availability
- From 29/04/2026 to 15/10/2026
Visit London
Day 1
Meet your Travel Director to begin your journey north to Stratford-upon-Avon, with its wealth of black-and-white, timber-framed houses.
Discover how William Shakespeare and his incredible works continue to shape society today when you visit his birthplace, full of interesting memorabilia and artefacts relating to his life. Continue to historic York to stroll the narrow lanes including the Shambles and view York Minster, England's largest medieval cathedral. Later, join your Travel Director for a warm and friendly dinner and the opportunity to mingle over a pleasant evening.
Day 2
See a part of Hadrian's Wall, an impressive Roman construction that once spanned 80 miles from coast to coast, marking the northern frontier of the mighty Roman Empire.
Continue past Jedburgh Abbey en route to the Scottish capital, Edinburgh, for your two-night stay in this stunning city. This evening, perhaps partake in a traditional optional dinner at Ghillie Dhu.
Day 3
In the morning join a Local Expert to explore the Royal Mile.
You will see the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish residence of His Majesty the King. Continue past the Sir Walter Scott Monument to the 18th-century New Town with its neoclassical Adam facades. Visit Edinburgh Castle, home of the Honours of Scotland, to view Mons Meg. The afternoon is at leisure. In the evening, select departures will attend The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - a colourful mix of pipes and drums, dance and display, set against the floodlit backdrop of Edinburgh Castle.
Day 4
Drive via historic Bannockburn and Stirling and enjoy the scenery of the Trossachs.
Continue along the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, before arriving in Glasgow for an orientation of the city with your Travel Director. See the grand public buildings, including George Square and St. Mungo's Cathedral.
Day 5
Travel via Gretna Green to the English Lake District, with scenery so beautiful it inspired a host of writers.
Learn about the life of William Wordsworth and visit his grave in the picturesque, stone-built village of Grasmere.
Day 6
Stop in ancient Ludlow, one of England’s most attractive towns, dominated by its castle, rich in tragic royal history.
Why not spend time exploring the traditional open-air market, admiring the local crafts and perhaps sampling the produce? Afterwards, cross into southern Wales and head for the capital of Cardiff for an orientation of the port city, upon the River Taff. See Cardiff Castle and the impressive Principality Stadium.
Day 7
Cross the Severn Bridge back into England and drive to the golden Georgian City of Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit the well-preserved Roman Baths, before continuing to Glastonbury, steeped in legend and reputed to be the final resting place of King Arthur and the Holy Grail. View the ruined monastery before continuing to your hotel in the heart of Plymouth.
Day 8
Explore Dartmoor with Insight Choice.
Choose to join a scenic exploration of Dartmoor National Park. Spend time reconnecting with nature amidst the stunning landscape of towering granite tors, open moorland, beautiful rivers and lush, wooded valleys. Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing cruise of Plymouth Harbour and see the Mayflower Steps, Barbican, Royal Citadel and Plymouth Hoe. Later this evening, savour an unforgettable dinner at Heskyn Mill during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Join your Travel Director and newfound friends for the ultimate Farm-to-Table dining experience. Enjoy a mouth-watering meal prepared from organic seasonal produce, freshly picked from the surrounding fields, served with a glass of wine.
Day 9
Travel across Salisbury Plain to visit the pre-historic and mysterious Stonehenge, where the strange and awe-inspiring megaliths are reputed to be up to 5,000 years old.
Your journey concludes upon arrival at the hotel in London.
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Departure dates and Pricing
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| Wed 29th April, 202630/04/2025 | Thu 7th May, 202608/05/2025 | available | Per person from$5850* | Enquire » |
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| Wed 6th May, 202607/05/2025 | Thu 14th May, 202615/05/2025 | available | Per person from$5850* | Enquire » |
| Wed 13th May, 202614/05/2025 | Thu 21st May, 202622/05/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Wed 20th May, 202621/05/2025 | Thu 28th May, 202629/05/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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| Wed 3rd June, 202604/06/2025 | Thu 11th June, 202612/06/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Wed 17th June, 202618/06/2025 | Thu 25th June, 202626/06/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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| Wed 1st July, 202602/07/2025 | Thu 9th July, 202610/07/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Wed 8th July, 202609/07/2025 | Thu 16th July, 202617/07/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Wed 15th July, 202616/07/2025 | Thu 23rd July, 202624/07/2025 | available | Per person from$6095* | Enquire » |
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| Wed 5th August, 202606/08/2025 | Thu 13th August, 202614/08/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Wed 12th August, 202613/08/2025 | Thu 20th August, 202621/08/2025 | available | Per person from$6475* | Enquire » |
| Wed 19th August, 202620/08/2025 | Thu 27th August, 202628/08/2025 | available | Per person from$6475* | Enquire » |
| Wed 26th August, 202627/08/2025 | Thu 3rd September, 202604/09/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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| Wed 30th September, 202601/10/2025 | Thu 8th October, 202609/10/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Wed 2nd September, 202603/09/2025 | Thu 10th September, 202611/09/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Wed 9th September, 202610/09/2025 | Thu 17th September, 202618/09/2025 | available | Per person from$5950* | Enquire » |
| Wed 23rd September, 202624/09/2025 | Thu 1st October, 202602/10/2025 | available | Per person from$5850* | Enquire » |
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| Wed 7th October, 202608/10/2025 | Thu 15th October, 202616/10/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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- Prices quoted valid for sale until 15 August 2025 unless otherwise stated or sold out prior.
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