PGS with Grand Britain Tour 5 Countries STN-DUB (Including Tours)

Tour details

WITH PEGASUS AIRLINES

Grand Britain Tour 5 Countries

ENGLAND & WALES & SCOTLAND & NORTHERN IRELAND & REPUBLIC OF IRELAND

5 COUNTRIES 5 CAPITALS!
ALL TOURS INCLUDED!

London - Oxford – Bath – Cardiff - Stratford Upon Avon – Chester – Liverpool - Lancaster – Windermere – Gretna – Glasgow - Stirling – Edinburgh - Giant’s Causeway – Belfast – Dublin

Tour Movement Dates

April 19 / May 23 / May 24 / June 21 / July 11 / July 25 / August 8 / August 22 / October 24 / November 7

Special Days:
Ramadan Feast and April Semester: March 15
April 23 National Sovereignty and Children’s Day: April 19
Kurban Bayramı: May 23 / May 24
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day: July 11
October 29 Republic Day: October 24
November Semester: November 7

Day 1 Istanbul - London

Meet at the International Departures Terminal .... in front of the Pegasus Airlines check-in counter. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for London Stansted with Pegasus Airlines flight number PC1163 at 07:25. Arrival at London Stansted at 09:25. After passport, baggage, and customs procedures, once we arrive, after placing our luggage on the tour bus, we head to Buckingham Palace first. We make a short stop at this palace, which serves as the official administrative center of the British Kingdom and the England monarchy. After the palace, we turn our route to the vibrant Piccadilly Square, which is the heart of London. During our free time here, we will have the opportunity to discover important points nearby. In this context, we will see Leicester Square, the authentic Chinatown, the famous Theatre District, and elegant Regent Street. As free time comes to a close, we return to our bus at the time specified by our guide. Overnight at our hotel.

Day 2: London (Full Day London)

After having breakfast at our hotel, we take our places in the tour bus. We're setting sail for a true London experience. The first route of the day will be Greenwich, one of the characteristic neighborhoods of London that hosts the Prime Meridian and the Royal Observatory. Following our visit here, we embark on a pleasant boat trip on the Thames River. During this time, we will greet the historic Tower of London and pass under the magnificent Tower Bridge while enjoying the iconic views of the city, reaching Westminster. After getting ashore, we will continue exploring on foot. In this part, we will see the Houses of Parliament and the famous Westminster Abbey, Parliament Street, which hosts the famous horse guards seen on social media, the bustling Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery, and lively Covent Garden. Of course, we will also come across London's famous streets and neighborhoods during this exploration. In the afternoon, we will visit the British Museum, one of the largest and most important cultural art centers in the world. Afterwards, we will have free time on the famous Oxford Street, which is the heartbeat of shopping in England. After the free time, we will transfer back to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Day 3: London – Oxford – Bath – Cardiff

After having breakfast at our hotel, we set off towards Oxford first. Known for its historical buildings from the Middle Ages and its world-famous university, Oxford has a magnificent natural atmosphere with its riverside location. During our city tour, we will see significant sites such as Christ Church (Church), used as a set in the Harry Potter film series, the Bodleian Library, one of the oldest and largest libraries in Europe and the United Kingdom housing more than twelve million artifacts, the Science Museum, Hertford Bridge (Bridge of Sighs), Trinity College, and Radcliffe Camera. After using free time for lunch and shopping on the pedestrian Cornmarket and Queen Streets, we say goodbye to Oxford. After leaving Oxford, we head to Bath, one of the UK's most popular destinations, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its natural resources, rich history, and architecture. This city will take visitors on a historical journey three hundred years back with its stone structures and unique architectural features. We will visit the Roman Baths, which hosted the rich of the period. Additionally, we will see The Circus and Royal Crescent, which represent the sun and the moon, famous author Jane Austen's life at the Jane Austen Centre, Bath Abbey, a masterpiece of vertical Gothic architecture, and Pulteney Bridge, which offers stunning views of the Avon River. After completing our tour in Bath, we proceed to the capital of Wales, Cardiff. Our Cardiff city tour begins with the impressive Cardiff Castle, which has a history of 2000 years and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will then visit the Mermaid Quay and the dazzling Millennium Centre, which hosts major artistic events such as opera and ballet. We will also see the Millennium Stadium before concluding our tour and transferring to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Cardiff.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: Will be taken at an additional cost during free time at a place specified by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at an additional cost during free time at a place specified by the guide.
Accommodation: Celtic International Hotel etc. Cardiff
Route: London – Oxford 96 km– Oxford- Bath 132 km– Bath- Cardiff 91 km

Day 4: Cardiff – Stratford Upon Avon – Chester – Liverpool

After having breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Stratford-upon-Avon, known for its romantic and fairy-tale appearance. This city, built on the banks of the Avon River, is famous for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare, the world's greatest playwright. Following in Shakespeare's footsteps, we will take a delightful journey through literary history. After leaving Shakespeare's hometown, we turn our route to Chester, surrounded by historical walls and home to many civilizations, one of England's most touristic cities. In Chester, we will visit the Chester Cathedral, which has become a symbol of the city with its fairy-tale appearance. We will see the walls, which are important for tourism, and complete our city tour at the Eastgate Clock, another symbol of the city. Our next and final stop will be Liverpool, known for its rich cultural and maritime history. During our Liverpool tour, we will see Albert Dock, which is located along the banks of the Mersey River and features the Maritime Museum and the legendary The Beatles Museum, and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Additionally, we will visit the Royal Liver Building, which has the symbol of the city, the mythological Liver Bird figures, and the Liverpool Cathedral, which is the fifth-largest cathedral in the world and has the heaviest bells. After seeing the shopping center Church Street and the district Liverpool One, which looks like an open-air museum, we will settle into our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Liverpool or nearby.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: Will be taken at an additional cost during free time at a place specified by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at an additional cost during free time at a place specified by the guide.
Accommodation: Ropewalks Hotel etc. Liverpool
Route: Cardiff – Stratford Upon Avon 163 km– Stratford Upon Avon - Chester 210 km– Chester- Liverpool 45 km

Day 5: Liverpool – Lancaster – Windermere – Gretna – Glasgow

After our breakfast, we set out for the bustling city of Glasgow. During the journey, we will stop in Lancaster, which has an important place in British history with its dark past. During the free time given here, you can visit the Lancaster Castle, which served as both a court and prison until 2012, witnessing the trials of witches, which is now used as a museum. Alternatively, you can spend your time experiencing the atmosphere of a classic British city in the city's unique streets, local cafes, or small shops. After visiting Lancaster, we will progress to the Windermere area, known for hosting England's largest and deepest lake. This area, especially after the train line reached here in the 19th century, became a resort for the English aristocracy, offering unforgettable views with its historical texture and natural beauty. After spending free time here, we will pass through Gretna, known as the 'town of love', before heading to Glasgow. After arriving, we will have a Glasgow City Tour, during which we will see Glasgow University, the artery of life, Clyde River, the magnificent Glasgow Cathedral, the historic Merchant Square, and the shopping center Buchanan Street. After the city tour, we will have free time and then transfer to our hotel at the time our guide indicates. Overnight at our hotel in Glasgow.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: Will be taken at an additional cost during free time at a place specified by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at an additional cost during free time at a place specified by the guide.
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Hotel etc. Glasgow
Route: Liverpool – Lancaster 94 km– Lancaster - Windermere 48 km– Windermere Gretna 100km – Gretna – Glasgow 140 km

Day 6: Glasgow – Stirling – Edinburgh – Glasgow

After having breakfast at our hotel, we are moving towards Stirling, known as the "Key to Scotland," which is the most critical city in Scottish history. Here, we'll visit the Bannockburn battlefield, where two significant battles in Scottish history took place, and the famous Stirling Bridge, which was featured in the film Braveheart. We will also have the opportunity to see William Wallace Monument and the magnificent Stirling Castle from a panoramic view. After Stirling, we will turn our route to the gigantic horse head sculptures The Kelpies, which reflect Scottish mythology and industry in modern art. After visiting these artistic structures, we will continue on to the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh, perhaps the most beautiful city in Scotland or even the British Isles. Upon arrival, we will take a panoramic city tour, during which we will see Holyrood Palace, the iconic Edinburgh Castle, the historic Royal Mile Street, lively Princess Street, University Building, magnificent St. Giles Cathedral, and Carlton Hill, which offers a unique view of the city. Following the tour, there will be free time for shopping and enjoying the city center of Edinburgh. After free time, we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Glasgow.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: Will be taken at an additional cost during free time at a place specified by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at an additional cost during free time at a place specified by the guide.
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Hotel etc. Glasgow
Route: Glasgow – Stirling 43 km– Stirling- Edinburgh 63 km – Edinburgh -Glasgow 75 km

Day 7: Glasgow – Giant’s Causeway – Belfast – Dublin

After having breakfast at our hotel, we are setting out to cross over from the British Isles to the north of the Irish Island, heading for Belfast, the capital of the fourth country of the United Kingdom, Northern Ireland, by way of Cairnryan. Upon arrival in Cairnryan, we will cross the sea with a ferry ride lasting approximately 2.5 hours. We begin our Irish adventure by visiting Giant's Causeway, known as the Devil's Causeway or Giant's Causeway, a natural wonder recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, located in the north of the island. After leaving this natural marvel behind, we will proceed to explore history in Belfast. During our Belfast city tour, we will see the magnificent City Hall, the leaning Albert Clock, the bustling High Street, the famous Titanic Memorial, the vibrant St. George’s Market, and the historic Old Cathedral. After our free time in Belfast, we will transfer to our hotel in Dublin or nearby in Republic of Ireland for overnight stay.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: Will be taken at an additional cost during free time at a place specified by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at an additional cost during free time at a place specified by the guide.
Accommodation: The Glashaus Hotel etc. Dublin
Route: Glasgow – Giant’s Causeway 275 km– Giant’s Causeway- Belfast 97 km– Belfast – Dublin 168 km

Day 8: Dublin – Istanbul

After having breakfast at our hotel, we will set off on a Dublin City Tour. Our tour starts with the St. Patrick’s Cathedral, which was built in 1191 and is the country's largest cathedral. Then, we will visit Trinity College Dublin, which was established in 1592, modeled after Oxford and Cambridge, and is the most prestigious higher education institution in Ireland. Afterwards, we will stroll down Grafton Street, which has continued to be the city's most popular shopping center since the Victorian era. The cultural heart of our tour will be the Temple Bar district, where you can experience traditional Irish entertainment with its pubs, art galleries, and restaurants. We will see the Ha’penny Bridge, one of the oldest cast-iron bridges in the world, known for its elegant architectural features. Finally, we will complete our city tour with the Spire of Dublin, which stands 120 meters tall and adds a unique view to O’Connell Street, presenting different looks depending on the light. At this point, guests will have free time. We then transfer to Dublin Int. Airport. Check-in, baggage and customs processes will be completed, and we will undertake our flight to Istanbul at PC1158 at 14:10 with Pegasus Airlines. We will arrive at Istanbul local time at 20:30 and bid farewell. We hope to see you on another trip. Goodbye…

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour fee.

Lunch: Will be taken at an additional cost during free time at a place specified by the guide.
Route: Dublin

Thames River Boat Tour, Hotel Accommodation Taxes, Tourist City Taxes, and Local Guiding per person: 150 GBP

Our guests agree that they will participate in the tours scheduled in the tour program, ensuring that they will not disrupt the program, and under this condition, they will pay the amounts previously communicated in the tour program for local guides, museum & site entry fees, city taxes, and any audio system costs incurred, to the tour official during the trip. The guest has been fully informed on this matter.

What's included

* Flights from Istanbul to London and Dublin to Istanbul with Pegasus Airlines
* Local Transportation Services
* Professional Turkish guiding services
* Accommodation for 7 nights including breakfast in 3 or 4-star hotels: 2 nights in London or surrounding areas, 1 night in Cardiff, 1 night in Liverpool, 2 nights in Glasgow, and 1 night in Dublin or surrounding areas
* Customs Fees
* Panoramic city tours as mentioned in the program
* Airport taxes and service charges
* London Tour
* Oxford Tour
* Bath Tour
* Cardiff Tour
* Stratford Upon Avon Tour
* Chester Tour
* Lancaster Tour
* Windermere Tour
* Gretna Tour
* Stirling Tour
* Edinburgh Tour
* Glasgow Tour
* Giant’s Causeway Tour
* Belfast Tour
* Dublin Tour

Not included

* Museum and archaeological site entrance fees.
* City taxes
* Tours organized by the guide
* All personal expenses
* Lunch and dinner
* All excursions and tours not specified in the program.
* Driver service fee (10 GBP per person)
* Foreign exit tax
* International travel health insurance