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England, Scotland & Ireland: Plus

17 days, 6 cities  |  From $4,059 before flights  |  Estimated biweekly payments as low as $138

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4.6 out of 5 stars

276
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Which trip type is right for you?

Essential: Room with 3+ other travelers in conveniently located hostels. For social butterflies who thrive on meeting other people.

Plus: Stay with just one other person in 3 or 4-star hotels. Perfect for couples or anyone who enjoys recharging in their own space.

Why go?

Spend your days taking in stunning landscapes, iconic sights, and rich history and your nights with a pint at pubs that feel like living museums. From quaint countrysides to bustling cities, this is where jolly good meets good craic.

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What you'll get

  • Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
  • 15 nights in handpicked accommodations
  • 15 breakfasts
  • 4 dinners
  • Expert Tour Director
  • 24/7 Support
  • 5 insider city tours with a local guide
  • Entrance to Edinburgh Castle
  • Admission to the Titanic Museum
  • Visit to Giant’s Causeway

Picture yourself

  • Looking out at Big Ben from high atop the London Eye
  • Reading Harry Potter in the café where it was written
  • Learning to play the bagpipes from a pro (kilt optional)
  • Hiking through the picturesque Scottish Highlands
  • Pouring the perfect pint at the Guinness Storehouse

Itinerary

Day 1: Overnight Flight

Board your overnight flight bound for London. Your adventure begins tomorrow, so sit back, shut your eyes, and do as the English do and try and catch some “zeds.”

Day 2: Arrive in London + Welcome Dinner

Welcome to London. Home of the royal fam, tea, a wonderfully different form of the English language, and the largest city in Western Europe. Brimming with history and unique architecture, you’ll soon understand why it’s one of the most visited cities in the world.

In the evening, it’s time for your Welcome Dinner. Enjoy local cuisine and drinks with fellow travelers at an authentic local spot. Then it’s on to wherever your new friends and the party takes you.

Today’s highlights
  • Land at the airport and meet a waiting EF representative.
  • Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room.
  • Get familiar with the area around your hotel with an introductory walk with your Tour Director including the River Thames, Trafalgar & Leicester Squares, and Covent Garden.
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Accommodations

We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.

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Yotel London Shoreditch

This modern hotel is located in the Bethel Green neighborhood of London. Guests will enjoy a gym, Revolve restaurant and bar. Nearby, you’ll find public gardens, access to the Tube, and various boutique bars.

Holiday Inn Express Belfast City

This contemporary hotel is located in the heart of Belfast. Guests will enjoy free WiFi, an onsite restaurant, and fitness center. Nearby, you’ll find your choice of restaurants, River Lagan, and Botanic Gardens and Parks.

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road

This upscale hotel is located right off Headford Road in Galway. Guests will enjoy a gym, a bar, and a restaurant with café. Nearby, you’ll find the River Corrib, Terryland Castle, and the Galway Shopping Centre.

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Flights

When you include flights with your trip, our dedicated team of experts will handle all the details, so your travel experience is as seamless as possible. Just select your dates and airport to see pricing.

Perks of booking flights with us

  • Round-trip flights
  • Airport transfers to and from accommodations
  • Ability to pay for flights over time
  • Major international airlines only
  • 24/7 support in case of changes or delays
  • Locked-in price at booking
  • Flexibility for pre- or post-trip travel

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Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars

Overall rating based on 276 traveler ratings

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Best Tour Ever!

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Emily, traveled in Mar 2025

I had the best time on this tour! The itinerary is so well done and I felt like I had plenty of time to see the things I wanted. I recommend doing the Aran Islands, Wales and English Countryside add ons as those were some of the highlights of the trip for me. Also my tour guide,...

Amazing

4 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Mar 2025

1st time out the US , it was easy to book and pay. The travel experience was great and our TD was the BEST!!! Good accommodations, all very well located. Had enough extra free time to arrange the day and enjoy the locations visited. Would book again.

New Year's in Edinburgh

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Andrea, traveled in Dec 2024

This trip was amazing, with an amazing tour director Steven Ball, an amazing group of people and an amazing itinerary. I experienced so much and learned so many new things and lessons. I felt completely comfortable the whole trip, there was tons of support around me. I had such...

Adventure of a lifetime

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Christian, traveled in Dec 2024

Stevie was an absolute rockstar as our tour director on my recent EF Ultimate Break trip to England, Scotland, and Ireland. This trip was the best experience of my life, and I can confidently say that Stevie was the heart and soul of it all. From the moment we met, his energy,...

Best Honeymoon Ever

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anna, traveled in Dec 2024

My new husband and I love history, museums, and nature more than we care for beaches so we knew we wanted to explore a history-rich new place on our honeymoon. England, Scotland, and Ireland was the perfect trip to spend time together while exploring castles, amazing landscapes,...

London to Ireland

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Gage, traveled in Oct 2024

I had such a blast on this trip. I went by myself and met some of the best people ever from all parts of the world. We had some many adventures, from the crowded yet fun subways of London, to the breathtaking lowlands of Scotland where we got to feed Highland Cows. The excursion...

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