Welcome to Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. You will receive information about the start of your tour in the afternoon, either directly or through the information board located at the reception of the hotel.

Important:

Check-in: Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you need an earlier check in-in, please consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.

Additional Nights: If you have requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival, however you will meet your tour guide when the scheduled activities begin. Until then, please feel free to enjoy the city at your leisure. At reception, you will find an information board with our team´s telephone number and details regarding the activities. If you need further assistance, the hotel staff is available to help at any time.
Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.

Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them to enhance the trip experience.

London

City tour of London and evening transfer. We’ll start our tour early in the morning. The itinerary will vary depending on the local guides, traffic, and weather condition. You’ll visit Hyde Park, Oxford Street, the City, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London, the Thames, Piccadilly Circus, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham Palace. During the tour, we’ll stop at Buckingham Palace to witness the Changing of the Guard (please note this ceremony is subject to schedule changes). We’ll end the tour in the city center. In the afternoon, you´ll have free time. You can choose to join an optional excursion to the Thames Valley including the town of Windsor crowned by its stunning Castle, an official residence of the British monarchy.

06:00 p.m. - We’ll meet at Piccadilly Circus to explore on foot Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho, enjoying its vibrant atmosphere, theaters, and entertainment.

08:30 p.m. - We’ll return to the hotel.
Note: In some cases, the evening program might be organized for the previous day, upon arrival in London.

Free day to explore. A day to enjoy the moment, discover new landscapes, and let every corner reveal its own story and beauty in peace.

London - Cambridge - York - Durham

Total distance covered: 480 km.

Scenery: Picturesque countryside with hills and woods.

07:30 a.m. - Departure from London. We’ll head north, traveling through the English countryside.
10:00 a.m. - Cambridge. You’ll have time to admire the beautiful colleges.

12:00 p.m. - Departure from Cambridge. We’ll continue north, passing through agricultural fields and the legendary Sherwood Forest, former home of Robin Hood. We’ll stop at a service area for lunch.
03:30 p.m. - York. We’ll see the ancient Roman walls and walk towards the cathedral. You’ll have time to explore the lively shopping streets.

05:30 p.m. - Departure from York. We’ll resume our journey north.
07:30 p.m. - Durham. This impressive medieval city invites you to stroll its cobbled streets and discover its cathedral and castle, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Accommodation.

Durham - Alnwick - Edinburgh

Total distance covered: 230 km.
Scenery: Beautiful castles and sea views as we cross into Scotland.

08:30 a.m. - Departure from Durham. We’ll travel to the north of England, skirting the edge of Newcastle.
09:45 a.m. - Arrival in Alnwick. This medieval town is dominated by its large castle and beautiful gardens, famously featured in the Harry Potter films. Enjoy time to visit the castle (admission not included) or stroll around.
Note: The castle is closed during winter months (01 October-31 March).

11:15 a.m. - Departure from Alnwick. We’ll cross into Scotland.
01:15 p.m. - Edinburgh. As Scotland’s capital and one of the most vibrant cities in Northern Europe, Edinburgh’s monumental center has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The castle overlooks the city’s steep streets and parks. The city comes to life in the summertime during the "Edinburgh Festival" and its various shows. You will have free time at leisure.

03:0 p.m. – Panoramic city tour with a local guide (occasionally, this tour may be done upon arrival in the city). 07.30 p.m.- Afterwards, we will provide a transfer to the hotel.

Edinburgh - Pitlochry - Inverness - Loch Ness - Glasgow

Total distance covered: 530 km.

Scenery: Magnificent scenery of towering, often snow-capped mountains and deep, serene lakes. Keep your camera handy.

Note: We recommend you take warm clothing with you to fully enjoy the boat trip. Timetables for this section may change depending on the schedule for crossing Loch Ness. Adverse weather conditions may sometimes prevent the boat trip.

07:30 a.m. - Departure from Edinburgh. We’ll head towards the Northern Highlands of Scotland, crossing the bridge above River Forth. Along the way, we’ll see the unique Highland Cattle.
09:30 a.m. - Pitlochry. Enjoy a stroll and a coffee in this charming Victorian village.

10:00 a.m. - Departure from Pitlochry. We’ll travel through the Eastern Highlands, enjoying the beautiful landscapes of Cairngorms National Park and passing through Inverness.
01:45 p.m. - Brachla (Clansman Harbor). Take some time to capture photographs and perhaps spot the legendary Nessie. Around 02:00 p.m., we’ll embark on a boat trip on Loch Ness (included). We’ll visit Urquhart Castle, exploring the ruins of this imposing medieval fortress overlooking the lake (admission included).

03:00 p.m. – We’ll continue our journey, skirting lakes and passing high, and sometimes snowy, mountains. Along the way, we’ll go through Fort Augustus and Fort William, a tourist hub at the foot of Ben Nevis, the highest summit in the United Kingdom. We’ll also enjoy stunning views across Glencoe. Our final lake will be the picturesque Loch Lomond.
08:00 p.m. - Glasgow.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Groups arriving in Edinburgh from the 15th of November until the end of February will follow this adjusted itinerary due to the shorter days and frequent snow on the roads:

08:00 a.m. - Departure from Edinburgh to Pitlochry (09:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.), a picturesque city in the heart of the Scottish region known for its whisky production. We will visit a traditional whisky distillery (admission included). Our journey will continue to Stirling (12:30 p.m. - 03:30 p.m.), with its impressive historic center dominated by the grand Stirling Castle (tickets included). This castle is one of the most significant in Scotland, having witnessed numerous historical events, including battles and the coronation of several kings. After some time for lunch, we’ll stop to photograph The Kelpies, enormous sculptures of two horse heads inspired by Scottish mythology. Finally, we’ll continue to Glasgow. We’ll arrive at around 05:00 p.m. with time to stroll through the city center.

Glasgow - Belfast - Dublin

Total distance covered: 295 km.

Scenery: Seaside, hills, and woods.

Note: Remember to keep your passport handy; you may need when we embark. Both Scotland and Northern Ireland print their own banknotes, which work fine in their regions but are often not accepted in England and can’t be exchanged internationally. In other words, you won’t be able to exchange any leftover Scottish or Irish pound bills outside the United Kingdom. Make sure you don’t have any remaining bills when you leave Scotland or after passing through Belfast. Please note that timetables for this part of the journey may vary depending on the ferry.

08:00 a.m. - Departure from Glasgow. We will start with a short bus ride out of the city, traveling to the west coast of Scotland. In Cairnryan, we will board a modern ferry to Ireland, which typically departs at 11:30 a.m. The crossing will take just over two hours. The ferry will offer modern amenities, including shops and bars where you can enjoy lunch.
01:45 p.m. - Arrival in Belfast, a city known for its Victorian architecture and the complex history between Protestants and Catholics. We’ll see the famous murals dividing the Catholic and Protestant neighborhoods from the bus. Afterwards, you will have free time in the city center.

04:30 p.m. - Departure from Belfast. We’ll continue our journey to the Republic of Ireland.
06:30 p.m. - Arrival at the hotel in Dublin.

Dublin

Dublin – Panoramic tour of the city. Our guide will tell us all about Dublin´s rich history, including its Georgian neighborhoods, bustling city center streets, and the University. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the Irish capital at your leisure. You can stroll along the banks of the River Liffey, visit various museums, or explore the famous Guinness Storehouse (admission not included).

Note: Occasionally, depending on our arrival time in Dublin and the daylight hours, the tour may take place the previous afternoon.

Dublin - Caernarfon - Liverpool

Total distance covered: 200 km.

Scenery: We’ll pass through Wales, enjoying beautiful maritime landscapes along the Irish Sea. Remember to keep your passport handy, as it may be required to enter the United Kingdom.

06:45 a.m. - Departure from the hotel to board the modern ferry, which departs at 08:05 a.m. The crossing will take approximately three and a half hours. Occasionally, due to technical reasons or bad weather, we may take a different ferry. In which case, the schedule will be adjusted accordingly.

11:30 a.m. – We’ll disembark in Holyhead, a port on an island in North Wales.

12:15 p.m. - Caernarfon. After crossing the Britannia Bridge, we’ll arrive at this coastal town, a World Heritage Site, featuring a spectacular castle that dominates the bay and medieval streets. This is where heirs to the British throne, such as the Prince of Wales, have been crowned since the 14th century. Enjoy some time to explore and have lunch.

01:30 p.m. - Departure from Caernarfon. We’ll follow the coast towards England.
04:30 p.m. - Liverpool. Enjoy a short bus tour through this World Heritage Site with the second-largest port in the United Kingdom, famous for the Beatles. We recommend visiting the Beatles Museum (admission not included).

Liverpool - Chester - Lichfield - Birmingham

Total distance covered: 224 km.
Scenery: Pleasant landscapes, English countryside, and historic cities.

08:15 a.m. - Liverpool. After breakfast, we’ll continue our route.
09:15 a.m. - Chester. Located on the border with Wales, this city of Roman origin still preserves its impressive medieval walls. The historic center is known for its beauty, featuring the unique “Rows”: covered shopping arcades dating back to the Middle Ages. You’ll have time to stroll around and, if you wish, visit the cathedral and the Roman amphitheater.

11:15 a.m. - Departure from Chester.
01:30 p.m. - Lichfield. We’ll stop for lunch in this charming and picturesque city. Its historic center, with cobbled streets and heritage buildings, is truly stunning. Notable highlights include the medieval cathedral with its iconic three spires.

03:30 p.m. - Departure from Lichfield.
04:15 p.m. - Birmingham. Arrival in the United Kingdom´s second-largest city, which played a key role during the Industrial Revolution. Today, it’s a vibrant economic and cultural hub. We recommend exploring the area around the town hall and the canals, which form a network more extensive than Venice’s. Originally developed to transport raw materials and goods during the Industrial Revolution, the canal area has been revitalized and now boasts numerous restaurants and entertainment venues.

Birmingham – Stratford-upon-Avon – Stow-on-the-Wold – Gloucester - Bath

Total distance covered: 217 km.
Scenery: Beautiful rural landscapes, forests, small roads, and picturesque villages along the way.

08:00 a.m. – Departure from Birmingham.
09:15 a.m. - Stratford-upon-Avon. Stop to visit this charming town, famous as the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Founded in the 12th century, Stratford has retained its historic charm with cobblestone streets and Tudor-era architecture. You’ll have time to explore the town, located along the banks of the River Avon, offering lovely views of parks and canals. If you’re interested, you can visit Shakespeare’s birthplace.

11:00 a.m. - Departure from Stratford. We’ll continue our journey through a region of delightful landscapes and villages.

11:45 p.m. - Stow-on-the-Wold. We’ll discover this enchanting village with its stone houses, central square, tea rooms, art galleries, and antique shops. It’s the quintessential English countryside village.

01:00 p.m. - Departure from Stow-on-the-Wold.

02:00 p.m. - Gloucester. Time for lunch at “the docks,” the former industrial port now transformed into a lively tourist area with restaurants. After lunch, you can explore the historic city center, founded by the Romans in the 1st century, its streets and the cathedral, where several scenes from the Harry Potter films were shot.

04:30 p.m. - Departure from Gloucester.

06:00 p.m. - Bath. Late afternoon arrival in this vibrant and popular tourist city, known for its natural hot springs and stunning Georgian architecture. You’ll have the option to visit the Roman baths if you wish.

Bath – Stonehenge - Salisbury – London

Total distance covered: 209 km.

You’ll have some time in Bath to visit the Roman baths if you wish.

10:00 a.m. - Departure from Bath. We’ll continue our journey through southern England.
11:00 a.m. - Stonehenge (admission included). Arrival at one of the world’s most iconic prehistoric monuments. This circle of massive stones, some weighing over 25 tons, was built between 3000 and 2000 B.C., and its purpose remains a mystery.

01:00 p.m. - Departure from Stonehenge.
01:30 p.m. - Salisbury. Time for lunch in the charming medieval town center. We’ll visit its impressive cathedral (admission included), home to the tallest spire in England and one of the four original copies of the Magna Carta from 1215.

04:30 p.m. - Departure from Salisbury.
07:00 p.m. - London. Arrival in the evening.

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.