The Fascination of Great Britain Whisky, Castle Romance & Shakespeare's Legacy

Day 1: Switzerland - Amsterdam

Journey towards Amsterdam and embarkation on the DFDS Seaways overnight ferry to Newcastle. A relaxed dinner on board gets you in the mood for your British adventure (overnight on board).

Day 2: Newcastle - Edinburgh

Breakfast on board and disembarkation in Newcastle. Past Bamburgh Castle, which sits majestically above the wide sandy beach, the journey continues towards Edinburgh. Arrival at your centrally located hotel.

Day 3: Edinburgh

City tour/walk through Edinburgh, past the historic Royal Mile and through the picturesque Old Town, followed by free time at your leisure.

If you wish, you can climb up to Edinburgh Castle, which stands high above the city and offers an unforgettable view over the Scottish capital (admission included). A visit to this fortress offers deep insights into Scottish history and spectacular photo opportunities.

Day 4: Edinburgh - Nethybridge

Drive north with a photo stop at the picturesque Forth Bridges. Stroll through the lanes of St Andrews, the world-famous golf and university town, with views of the impressive ruins of St Andrews Castle high above the North Sea. In the afternoon, whisky tasting at a distillery in the Highlands. Overnight stay in the Aviemore area.

Day 5: Highlands

The imposing fortress of Fort George on the Moray Firth tells of eventful times in Scottish history. Onward to Elgin to see the atmospheric cathedral ruins, followed by a stroll along the beach in Nairn. Overnight stay in the Aviemore area.

Day 6: Nethybridge - Glasgow

Urquhart Castle on the legendary shores of Loch Ness is one of the most atmospheric places in Scotland. The journey continues through the dramatic Glen Coe valley to Glasgow, with a short city walk.

Day 7: Glasgow - Liverpool

Drive through the picturesque Lake District straight on to Liverpool. A city walk takes you through the vibrant port city, which made music history as the birthplace of the Beatles.

Day 8: Liverpool - Stratford-upon-Avon

Onward to Stratford-upon-Avon, the picturesque birthplace of William Shakespeare. A walk leads to Shakespeare's Birthplace, the house where the famous poet was born, in the heart of the Old Town with its timber-framed houses.

Day 9: Stratford-upon-Avon –

Oxford – London

Drive to Oxford, the venerable university city full of spires and courtyards. A city walk leads through the historic Old Town, before the journey continues to London with its numerous sights.

Day 10: London

A comprehensive city tour takes you to London's best-known sights: past Buckingham Palace, the government district of Westminster with Big Ben, and the iconic Tower Bridge. In the afternoon there is time to explore the British capital on your own, whether for a stroll along the Thames, through the lively lanes of Covent Garden or for a museum visit.

Day 11: London - Arras

Drive to Canterbury with a lunch break in the atmospheric cathedral city. Onward to Dover and ferry crossing to Calais, followed by an overnight stay in the Arras area.

Day 12: Arras - Switzerland

Journey home from Arras to Switzerland.