Glimpses of United Kingdom Tour 2026 Verified
Description
Glimpses of United Kingdom 2026 is a value-for-money holiday covering two beautiful countries — England and Scotland — in 7 nights and 8 days. The tour includes all major attractions such as Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, London Eye, Lord’s Cricket Ground, Windsor Castle or Stonehenge, Lake Windermere Cruise, Scottish Distillery tour, Edinburgh Castle, Loch Lomond Cruise, and guided city tours of London and Edinburgh. With 4-star hotel accommodation, daily breakfast, Indian meals, professional tour management, and comfortable coach travel, this tour offers a memorable introduction to the United Kingdom.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in London
Arrive in London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom. Upon arrival, meet the professional Tour Manager and transfer to the hotel. Check in and relax after your journey.
Overnight stay at the hotel in London (Dinner)
Day 2: London City Tour, Madame Tussauds, Lord’s Cricket Ground & London Eye
After breakfast, proceed for a guided city tour of London with a local guide, covering landmarks such as Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Tower Bridge, River Thames and Hyde Park. Witness the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace (subject to operation). Visit Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and later explore the legendary Lord’s Cricket Ground with behind-the-scenes access including the Pavilion, Long Room, Dressing Rooms and MCC Museum. End the day with a ride on the London Eye offering scenic city views.
Overnight stay at the hotel in London (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3: Windsor Castle / Stonehenge, Stratford-upon-Avon & Manchester
Check out and proceed to visit Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world and an official residence of the British monarchy. On days when Windsor Castle is closed, a visit to Stonehenge will be provided. Continue to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, for an orientation tour. Later drive to Manchester and check in to the hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Manchester / Lancaster (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4: Lake Windermere Cruise, Scottish Distillery & Glasgow
Check out and travel to the Lake District to enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake. Continue towards the Scottish Highlands and visit a Scottish Distillery to learn about whisky-making. Later proceed to Glasgow, check in to the hotel and relax.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Glasgow (Breakfast, Local Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5: Edinburgh City Tour, Edinburgh Castle & Loch Lomond Cruise
After breakfast, proceed for a guided city tour of Edinburgh with an English-speaking local guide, covering major attractions including Scott Monument, Queen Mary’s Bath House, St Andrews University, St Andrew’s Cathedral, Royal Mile and Palace of Holyroodhouse. Visit the historic Edinburgh Castle. Later, enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Loch Lomond surrounded by islands, peaks and ancient forests.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Glasgow (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6: Manchester Orientation Tour & Birmingham
After breakfast, check out and drive to Manchester for an orientation tour of the city. Later continue to Birmingham, check in to the hotel and relax after a day of travel and sightseeing.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Birmingham (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7: Oxford Orientation Tour & London
After breakfast, check out and drive to London, stopping en route at Oxford for an orientation tour of the famous university town known for its historic colleges and timeless architecture. Continue to London and check in to the hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel in London (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8: Departure
Check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your return flight home, carrying wonderful memories of your United Kingdom journey.
(Breakfast)
Includes & Excludes
07 Nights & 08 Days Glimpses of United Kingdom tour as per published itinerary
Accommodation in 4-star category hotels across all destinations
Daily continental buffet breakfast throughout the tour
6 Indian / Local Jain / Vegetarian / Non-Vegetarian lunches as per itinerary
7 Indian Jain / Vegetarian / Non-Vegetarian dinners as per itinerary
Daily mineral water bottle (500 ml) per person
Guided city tour of London with local guide
Guided city tour of Edinburgh with local guide
Entrance to Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
Ride on the London Eye
Entrance to Lord’s Cricket Ground
Visit to Windsor Castle or Stonehenge (if Windsor Castle is closed)
Orientation tour of Stratford-upon-Avon
Cruise on Lake Windermere
Orientation tour of Manchester
Services of a Professional & Knowledgeable Tour Manager or local representative
Coach driver tips included for the entire tour
Airfare is not included in the tour price
Passport, visa charges and overseas travel insurance
GST, TCS and other applicable government taxes
Personal expenses such as porterage, laundry, minibar, telephone calls, alcohol or beverages
Any extra meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Sightseeing, excursions or services not specified in inclusions
Private airport transfers outside the specified transfer timings
Any increase in local taxes, entrance fees or services after 1st September 2025
Anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
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Terms and Conditions for This Trip
Arrival transfer at London Heathrow Airport is included for flights landing between 08:00 AM and 02:00 PM, and departure transfer will drop guests at Heathrow Airport by 11:00 AM; waiting time of up to 02 hours may apply.
If Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, an alternative visit to Stonehenge will be provided.
All sightseeing and excursions mentioned in the itinerary are included, and if any attraction is closed due to holidays or operational reasons, alternate sightseeing will be arranged.
Accommodation is provided in 4-star hotels as mentioned, and for triple occupancy, hotels generally provide a rollaway bed with the same room size as a double room.
Tour routing or sequence may change due to operational reasons, weather, strikes or force majeure conditions, but included sightseeing will not be missed unless closed.
A person below 12 years of age is considered a child, guests should carry one check-in bag and one hand bag due to limited coach space, and any increase in taxes or services after 1st September 2025 will be borne by the traveler.