10 Day Highlights of the UK Tour

Trip Itinerary

Days 1- 4: London

Day 1 - Arrive in London

Welcome to the UK. The hustle and bustle of London is immediately palpable as you land into one of its busiest airports. A Wayfairer representative is on-hand to transport you to your private transfer, which will whizz past some of the most esteemed roads in London. On the way to your luxury London hotel, the capital city’s character bursts into life.

Your first evening in the UK is blessed by the exquisite spaces of the Great Scotland Yard Hotel, located in historical Westminster, nearby some of the best places to visit in London, just across the river from the London Eye! The hotel’s first-class hospitality and comfortable rooms adorned in a classic, English elegance, familiarise you with the same tranquillity which will mark each day on your luxury UK tour.

Day 2 - London Museum & Market Tour

Today brings you the perfect introduction to London, offering up a tour which represents the city’s balance between new and old. First awaits the British Museum, established in 1753 as the world’s first national public museum, a status which has welcomed an incredible archive of history, art and culture. Your private guide will lead you around the museum’s hallways, which are embellished with mind-blowing artefacts and world-famous exhibits like the Rosetta Stone and the Parthenon frieze.

Following a wander around this incredible museum, you feel a hunger coming on. Luckily, London’s Borough Market’s your next stop, with an unparalleled range of freshly-cooked dishes served at street food stalls and cosy eateries. London’s quintessential spectrum of cuisines, from classic British specialties to global gems, is at your fingertips throughout the afternoon.

Complete your day with a stroll along the River Thames, which is bordered by iconic landmarks like London Bridge and the HMS Belfast, before indulging in a fresh pot of English tea and a sticky toffee pudding – an English delicacy!

Day 3 - London Cycling Adventure

An active excursion around the most scenic parts of London is scheduled today, as you hop onto a bicycle following a nourishing breakfast. Head down pathways which shoulder the meanders of the River Thames, and through neatly landscaped parks, towards St James Park.

Along the way, gaze at the Houses of Parliament, an age-old political beacon, and quench your thirst for further landmarks as you arrive at the Royal Parks. Regal spectacles like the Buckingham Palace, Clarence House, and Whitehall are nearby, whilst stunning green spaces and majestic fountains decorate the surrounding areas.

Day 4 – London City Secret Garden Tour

Following a tasty breakfast, head out on your final London day tour which will lead you on a carefully planned trail through the pretty green spaces which decorate London’s Square Mile. Today spotlights some of the most genuinely beautiful places to visit in London, blending these spots with a fun, history-based walking tour. Each garden you walk through, whether quirky or classic, is infused with stories. Many of them are hidden gems, with some even classed as ‘secret gardens’, like St Dunstan-in-the-East and Postman’s Park.

Days 5-6: Cardiff

Day 5 - Cardiff Vineyard Tour

This morning, you will be privately transferred from your luxury hotel in London to the next spell-binding location on your UK tour. Cardiff is the vibrant capital city of Wales, and today it’s world-class vineyard and retreat, Llanerch, welcomes you with an incredible wine experience.

Begin your day as you head on a private wine tasting tour around the picturesque vineyard. You will learn about the vineyard’s role in the production of Cariad wine and about the processes which lead to such a delicious outcome. Of course, samples are on offer, as your tastebuds are guided by one of the local experts. Crowning this idyllic Cardiff tour, the Llanerch’s award-winning restaurant invites you to tuck into a traditional afternoon tea ahead of magnificent, countryside vistas.

Tonight, you check into the Parkgate Hotel, a luxury Cardiff hotel which couldn’t be situated more perfectly. Nearby, Cardiff Castle, the University, and more of the city’s best hotspots, anticipate your exploration, as you settle into the stripped-back, homely comforts of your spacious room.

Day 6 – Historical Day in Cardiff

Dive into the fascinating heritage of Wales’ capital on today’s historical Cardiff tour, uncovering the inner secrets of the city as you trace its rich and varied timeline. Beginning with the city’s origins as a Roman port, travel through time, learning about its prominent position during the reign of Elizabeth I and its prosperity during the Victorian era’s coal boom. The timeline concludes with Cardiff’s modern role as one of the UK’s most charismatic cosmopolitan centres. Along the tour, some of the best landmarks in Cardiff are showcased, from the 2,000-year-old tales of Cardiff Castle to the awe-inspiring exhibits of the Royal Mint.

Day 7: London

Day 7 – Leisure in London

Breakfast at the Parkgate Hotel prepares you for today’s journey back to London. Cardiff’s winding alleyways and bustling avenues bring a bittersweet goodbye, as you know there are many more memories to make on this incredible UK tour. The rest of the day can be spent at leisure in London, perhaps re-visiting your favourite previous stops, discovering something new or simply taking a wander around its lively streets.

Days 8-11 - Edinburgh

Day 8 – Journey to Edinburgh

Today, another journey awaits, as you wave a final goodbye to London. The iconic rails of King Cross Station lead you on a relaxing journey to Edinburgh, the cultural centre and capital city of Scotland.

Upon arrival, a private transfer transports you to your third luxury UK hotel, Kimpton Charlotte Square. Located in the New Town, this Edinburgh hotel has captured the blend of tradition and modernity that people love so much about the city. Its quirky décor, classical Georgian exterior and sleek yet colourful interiors accumulate to create something extraordinary, where neither luxury nor comfort is compromised.

Day 9 – Edinburgh Whiskey Tour

Scotland is a marvellous country with a distinct character, one which is embodied by a range of landmarks and customs. One of the country’s most famous qualities is its excellent whisky culture. Today, a local expert will teach you about the four main whisky making regions of Scotland: Lowlands, Highlands, Speyside and Islay, providing a small taster for each of these.

As you traverse the elaborate heritage of Scottish whisky, moving from its origins to its current world-wide status, your guide slips into colourful folk stories. There is no Scotland whisky tour like this, as the country’s culture is revealed to you piece by piece as you recline in one of Edinburgh’s most historic bars.

Day 10 – Atmospheric Edinburgh

A delicious breakfast at your Edinburgh hotel kickstarts the final day of your trip to the UK. Today’s “Atmospheric Edinburgh Tour” completes your tour with a thorough trail around the best landmarks in the city, beginning in the beautiful Old Town, characterised by rustic architecture and pedestrian streets.

Next, Edinburgh’s treasure trove of cultural and historic gems, like St Giles’ Cathedral, Greyfriars Kirkyard and the Grassmarket, are unveiled, embodying the way in which the city’s character has shaped through time. Heading into the grand hall of the National Museum of Scotland, a catalogue of jaw-dropping relics, including age-old bronze jewellery and fossils, are on display.

Following the close of today’s Edinburgh walking tour, the city’s most famous landmark, Edinburgh Castle, is all yours. The castle’s walled grounds are sprawled across a rocky peak which seems to have been pulled straight from a gothic novel, creating a magnificent vista for surrounding streets. Spend an hour exploring this mysterious relic before enjoying the rest of your time at leisure.

Day 11 – Departure Home

Sadly, your luxury UK tour has come to a close. You are transferred swiftly to Edinburgh Airport after a delicious final breakfast, ready for a relaxed flight full of reminiscing.

You begin to wonder where you will journey to next, as more dreamy holidays with Wayfairer are always on the table.

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