England, Ireland & Wales
Transport your girls back in time and experience the old-world wonders with a tour of England, Ireland and Wales. “Kiss the Blarney Stone” in Killarney, marvel at the Gothic spires of St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, and explore the bustling streets of London. From 16th-century Shakespearean works to the modern-day Harry Potter saga, it’s no wonder this corner of the world is rich in literary tradition. If traveling as a Girl Scout troop, you will make a special visit to the Pax Lodge, a WAGGGS World Centre, in Hampstead where you will participate in unique Girl Scout programming.
The physical rating of this program is: Light: 1 (out of 3)
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Explore the many ways girls can take the lead on this tour
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Ireland
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Day 2: Shannon • Killarney Region
Meet your Tour Director at the airportVisit Bunratty Castle
Travel to Killarney
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Day 3: Killarney Region
Travel through Killarney
Take an excursion to the Ring of KerryVisit the Kerry Bog Village Museum
See a sheepdog demonstration (Available mid-April–October)
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Day 4: Killarney Region • Blarney • Dublin
Travel via Blarney to Dublin
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Day 5: Dublin
Travel to Dublin
Take a guided tour of Dublin
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Georgian squares
- O’Connell Street
- St. Stephen’s Green
- Phoenix Park
Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral
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Day 6: Dublin • Holyhead • Birmingham region
Travel to Dublin
Take a ferry from Dublin to HolyheadTravel to Coventry
Visit a Welsh castle
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Day 7: Birmingham region • Stratford-upon-Avon • London
Travel via Stratford-upon-Avon to London
Take a tour of Stratford-upon-Avon
Visit Shakespeare's birthplace
Visit Anne Hathaway's cottage
Enjoy lunch in Stratford-upon-Avon
Explore London on your own
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Day 8: London
Visit Pax Lodge in Hampstead
Take part in a pinning ceremony
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Enjoy a fish and chips dinner
Add this in-depth excursion:
London Eye and Thames River cruise
See London from two unique vantage points on this unforgettable excursion! Soar into the sky aboard the London Eye, a 40-story, 32-capsule observation wheel that offers spectacular views of the city. Also enjoy a 4D Experience, a 3-D film complete with in-theater special effects like wind, snow and mist. Afterward, cruise down the River Thames and see London’s landmarks from the water.
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Day 9: London
Visit the Tower of London
Add this in-depth excursion:
Windsor
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
Explore London on your own
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Day 10: London • Paris
Travel by Eurostar train to Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Ireland
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Day 2: Shannon • Killarney Region
Meet your Tour Director at the airportVisit Bunratty Castle
Travel to Killarney
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Day 3: Killarney Region
Travel through Killarney
Take an excursion to the Ring of KerryVisit the Kerry Bog Village Museum
See a sheepdog demonstration (Available mid-April–October)
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Day 4: Killarney Region • Blarney • Dublin
Travel via Blarney to Dublin
Visit Blarney Castle -
Day 5: Dublin
Travel to Dublin
Take a guided tour of Dublin
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Georgian squares
- O’Connell Street
- St. Stephen’s Green
- Phoenix Park
Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral
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Day 6: Dublin • Holyhead • Birmingham region
Travel to Dublin
Take a ferry from Dublin to HolyheadTravel to Coventry
Visit a Welsh castle
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Day 7: Birmingham region • Stratford-upon-Avon • London
Travel via Stratford-upon-Avon to London
Take a tour of Stratford-upon-Avon
Visit Shakespeare's birthplace
Visit Anne Hathaway's cottage
Enjoy lunch in Stratford-upon-Avon
Explore London on your own
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Day 8: London
Visit Pax Lodge in Hampstead
Take part in a pinning ceremony
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Enjoy a fish and chips dinner
Add this in-depth excursion:
London Eye and Thames River cruise
See London from two unique vantage points on this unforgettable excursion! Soar into the sky aboard the London Eye, a 40-story, 32-capsule observation wheel that offers spectacular views of the city. Also enjoy a 4D Experience, a 3-D film complete with in-theater special effects like wind, snow and mist. Afterward, cruise down the River Thames and see London’s landmarks from the water.
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Day 9: London
Visit the Tower of London
Add this in-depth excursion:
Windsor
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
Explore London on your own
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 0 more days
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Day 10: London • Paris
Travel by Eurostar train to Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Interested in leading this tour?
Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; Eurostar high-speed train
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Hotels
8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast daily; dinner Days 2–6 and 8–10; lunch Day 7
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Guided Sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director
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Entrances
Bunratty Castle; Bog Museum; sheepdog demonstration; Blarney Castle; St. Patrick’s Cathedral; Welsh castle; Shakespeare’s birthplace; Anne Hathaway’s cottage; Tower of London
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
