Iceland, Norway & British Isles cruise

**Cruise & Tour**The Ring of Kerry: Iceland, Norway & British Isles Cruise (B3CGJ) 18 days air inclusive, Starting at:$4,079.00*

Discover the beauty of Ireland and the romance of the sea during this 18-day Cruise & Tour vacation! Arrive in Shannon and travel to Bunratty, where you enjoy the panoramic views of the Cliffs of Moher en route to Killarney. There, follow the 100-mile Ring of Kerry, known for its spectacular views of breathtaking landscapes. Next, visit Blarney Castle on your way to Cork. From there, fly to London and transfer to Southampton to embark on a fabulous 12-night Princess Cruise. Aboard the Grand Princess, travel to the North Cape and through Norwegian fjords. Stopping in Tromso, Flaam, Bergen, and more, you will always remember the beautiful scenery of your Cruise & Tour vacation.

The Best of the British Isles (GLGJ) 21 days incl. air, or 20 days London/London Starting at: $3,299.00*

This comprehensive 21-day vacation offers the very best of England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland for those who want to see it all, with five 2-night stays. Your journey through England is comprised of visits to London, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, and York. Then it’s on to the Scottish Lowlands and Highlands for visits to Edinburgh and Inverness, as well as a cruise on Loch Lomond. Enjoy England’s serene Lake District and Wales’ Snowdonia National Park en route to Ireland. The “Fair City” of Dublin, the Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, the Ring of Kerry, Blarney, and Waterford are all Irish highlights. Take a ferry across St. George’s Channel and a drive through southern Wales to Bath to see the amazing excavations. Enjoy two nights in the naval city of Plymouth before visits to historic Stonehenge and Salisbury, and your return to London.

Britain & Ireland in Depth (GTGJ) 26 days incl. air, or 25 days London/London Starting at: $3,939.00*

This 26-day vacation offers our most complete view of the British Isles. In England, enjoy visits to London, Canterbury, the seaside resort of Brighton, mysterious Stonehenge, historic Plymouth, and ancient Bath. See the Welsh capital of Cardiff, then take a ferry to picturesque Ireland for visits to Waterford, Blarney, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, the Giant’s Causeway, Belfast, and Dublin. Back across the Irish Sea and through North Wales to the walled city of Chester in England. Travel north to see the highlights of Scotland, including the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond, the Isle of Skye, Inverewe Gardens, Inverness, pretty Braemar, and elegant Edinburgh. Back in England, time to experience the towns of York and Stratford-upon-Avon before visiting Blenheim Palace on your way back to London.

Highlights of Britain & Ireland (GK)16 days incl. air, or 15 days London/LondonStarting at: $2,449.00*

 

This popular 16-day experience in the lands of kings, queens, and leprechauns is ideal for first-time visitors. Your British Isles journey begins with sightseeing in London, Stonehenge, and Bath. Then cross the River Severn to the Welsh capital of Cardiff before boarding a ferry to cross the Irish Sea and get acquainted with Ireland. Highlights include the Waterford Crystal factory, the Ring of Kerry, the Lakes of Killarney, Limerick, and the bustling city of Dublin. Then it’s back across the Irish Sea through scenic North Wales, England’s Lake District, and the Scottish Lowlands to Edinburgh. Back in England there’s time to experience and enjoy the towns of York and Stratford-upon-Avon, and a highlight visit to beautiful Blenheim Palace before your return to London.

 

 

 

Celtic Highlights (GDGJ)14 days incl. air, or 13 days Glasgow/Glasgow Starting at: $2,299.00*

This 14-day journey brings you the best of Scotland, England’s Lake District, North Wales, and the Emerald Isle. Your Scottish experience begins in the lively city of Glasgow and continues via the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond to Fort William and the Highland capital of Inverness. In Edinburgh, visit the famous castle and the Queen’s Holyrood Palace; and in the Lowland hills, visit the famous blacksmith’s shop at Gretna Green before crossing the border into England. Delight in the beauty of the peaceful Lake District on your way to historic Chester. Explore the Welsh towns of Betws-y-Coed and Caernarvon, then take a ferry across the Irish Sea to the “Fair City” of Dublin. Blarney, the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher, and the Giant’s Causeway are all included before your Irish experience is completed with a visit to Belfast in the company of a Local Guide. Back to Glasgow to complete this popular vacation.

 

 

From the Shannon to the Thames (GUGJ)14 days incl. air, or 13 days Limerick/London Starting at: $2,479.00*

This wonderful 14-day journey combines scenic highlights of Ireland, North Wales, England, and Scotland into our most comprehensive British Isles vacation, with three 2-night stays. Start in Ireland with the scenic Ring of Kerry, Killarney, Blarney, the world-famous Waterford Crystal factory, and the Irish capital of Dublin. Cross the Irish Sea to Holyhead, and through North Wales to England’s historic town of Chester. In the Lake District, enjoy a relaxing cruise; while in Scotland, visit Edinburgh’s castle, Holyrood Palace, and the Duke of Roxburghe’s home of Floors Castle. Back in England, experience the unique attractions of medieval York, Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, and Roman Bath. Your vacation ends with two nights in London and included city sightseeing with a Local Guide.

 

 

 

Scenic Ireland (GIGJ)14 days incl. air, or 13 days Limerick/Limerick Starting at: $1,949.00*

 

Leave no stone unturned—or unkissed—on this ultimate 14-day journey through Ireland! Start your vacation with a special Irish welcome, a fun ceili in the setting of a village barn. The next day, head north via the Cliffs of Moher and Rathbaun Farm to the small fishing town of Clifden, and experience the rugged Atlantic coast of Donegal before learning about life in Northern Ireland from your Local Guide in Derry. Visit the Giant’s Causeway, then travel south via Belfast to the “Fair City” of Dublin. Enjoy an entertaining baking demonstration at Ballyknocken House on the way to Kilkenny and a visit to its castle. Via Blarney, Garinish Island, and the Dingle Peninsula, head to Limerick. Depart from Shannon to end our most comprehensive Irish vacation.

 

 

 

Emerald Isle (GHGJ)12 days incl. air, or 11 days Dublin/Dublin Starting at: $1,749.00*

For 12 days enjoy an incredible journey through Ireland’s bustling cities and lush green countryside. First, see the famous sights of Dublin and take an excursion to the fascinating passage graves in the Boyne Valley. Then visit Strokestown House and learn about the Great Famine of the 1840s, experience beautiful Donegal on the Atlantic coast, and Kylemore Abbey. For a unique experience, take a short ferry ride to the Gaelic-speaking Aran Islands to hear from your Local Guide about island community life. The Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, Killarney, the scenic Ring of Kerry, Blarney, the Waterford Crystal factory, and Powerscourt House and Gardens are all on your agenda before returning to Dublin.

 

 

 

Essential Britain & Ireland (GBGJ)11 days incl. air, or 10 days London/London Starting at: $1,799.00*

This comprehensive 11-day vacation gives you an insight into all five countries of the British Isles. Start with visits to prehistoric Stonehenge and the extraordinary excavations of the Roman Baths. Then travel via Cardiff and through South Wales to board the ferry for the crossing to Ireland. Watch the craftsmen at work at the Waterford Crystal factory, admire the stallions at the Irish National Stud, and relax in Dublin before heading north past the Mountains of Mourne to vibrant Belfast. Another ferry crossing takes you to Scotland and its capital city of Edinburgh, where a guided city tour includes a visit to the castle. The Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe’s magnificent Floors Castle, a walking tour through York, and Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon are the final highlights of this journey.

 

 

 

Leisurely Ireland (LEGJ)9 days incl. air, or 8 days Limerick/Dublin Starting at: $1,439.00*

Rolling green hills and medieval castles are just two of the wonderful sights on this 9-day leisurely view of Ireland, considered the perfect blend of included sightseeing and time on your own. After your arrival, enjoy a special welcome banquet at famous Bunratty Castle. Then, in Limerick, visit the Hunt Museum and see fascinating King John’s Castle, before traveling to the popular resort of Killarney for a 3-night stay. A day excursion takes you to beautiful Garinish Island, followed by a Ring of Kerry drive. And on the next day’s excursion, enjoy beautiful vistas of the Atlantic coast during your Dingle Peninsula drive and visit to the Blasket Islands Centre. A 3-night visit to Ireland’s “Fair City” of Dublin including a day excursion to Glendalough and Powerscourt rounds out our most relaxed Irish vacation.

 

 

Introduction to Ireland (GRGJ)8 days incl. air, or 7 days Dublin/Dublin Starting at: $1,099.00*

Dublin and the scenic best of the Irish Republic await you on this beautiful 8-day journey, a top seller. In Dublin, enjoy a visit to Oscar Wilde’s Trinity College as part of an orientation drive around this vibrant city. A scenic ride through horse-racing country leads you to the National Stud and then to Limerick. Next, savor the breathtaking views of the Cliffs of Moher and the Clare Coast, and enjoy Irish hospitality at Rathbaun Farm. After taking a ferry across the Shannon, a panoramic drive takes you around the stunning Ring of Kerry. The world-famous Waterford Crystal factory, Ireland’s oldest handweaving mill at Avoca, Glendalough, and the scenic Wicklow Mountains conclude your Irish journey. This vacation is ideal for first-time visitors to Ireland who have limited time to spare.

* Price listed does not include airfare. From the Dates & Prices section of the vacation, you can get an air quote.