Tour with the Getaway Guru® - Hosted by Larry and Cathy Gelwix!

This Scotland, Wales, and England Tour invites travelers on a rich journey through some of the most celebrated sites in the United Kingdom.

Beginning in Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, the tour promises a dynamic blend of ancient and modern, where you’ll explore Historical Sites in Britain such as the renowned Edinburgh Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels. Travelers will also experience the grand tradition of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a dramatic showcase of Bagpipes and Traditions in the UK. This iconic performance combines music, military pageantry, and unforgettable displays against the scenic backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, creating an atmosphere that celebrates Scotland’s storied past.

As the journey unfolds, you’ll transition from the highlands to the historic borderlands of England, with visits to places like Vindolanda near Hadrian’s Wall. This Scottish Highlands Experience provides insight into both Roman and Scottish history, contrasted beautifully as the tour reaches the medieval city of York. From York’s charming “snickelways” to Chester’s preserved Tudor architecture, travelers will explore Historical Sites in Britain that evoke the deep heritage of the region. Crossing into Wales, visitors will also have the choice to tour the imposing Caernarfon Castle or take a scenic exploration of Betws-y-Coed, a town known for its lush, alpine ambiance.

Rounding out this captivating itinerary, the tour concludes in London, England’s vibrant capital. This England Wales Scotland Itinerary showcases quintessential British icons, including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and the historic Westminster Abbey. Travelers can delve into the cultural depth of each destination, from Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon to the academic splendor of Oxford’s Ashmolean Museum.

This tour captures the spirit of the United Kingdom through stunning landscapes, immersive traditions, and timeless Bagpipes and Traditions UK. This tour promises unforgettable experiences and cherished memories that will stay with you forever.

We hope you will join Larry Gelwix on this incredible tour and we look forward to sharing this unforgettable experience with you!

To book this tour contact:

Kim Meyer, Tour Manager
Tel: (801) 483-6315
Email Kim

Tour ID #9225H11

Included:

• Deluxe/Air Conditioned motor coach transportation
• Local Licensed Guides & Historians 
• Group tickets to the Scotland Military Tattoo
• 10 nights hotel accommodations in deluxe 4 Star hotels
• Sightseeing tours as outlined on the itinerary
• Meals as outlined 
• Entrance fees to all noted locations and museum
• Audio system headsets throughout the tour
• Document package

Not Included:

• International Airfare to Edinburgh/Home from London Heathrow round trip. Group Air TBA
• Any private sightseeing not included on the itinerary during free time
• Tour gratuities for bus drivers and special Hosts/Guides 
• Tips for local guides
• Tips for hotel or wait staff at own discretion
• Items of a personal nature
• Travel Insurance 
• Meals not included in tour outline

Pricing Options:

• $3,845 per person based on double occupancy (2 people sharing a room) 
• $5,098 based on single occupancy (private room) 
• Optional Post-tour to Paris pricing:
  • $2,389 per person based on double occupancy (2 people sharing a room)
  • $2,699 for single occupancy (private room)

** Group size is a max of 45 participants 

Payment Terms:

• $500 per person deposit due at the time of booking
• Final payment due May 12, 2025

OPTIONAL POST-TOUR OF PARIS, FRANCE

August 21-24, 2025

Post-tour Pricing: $2,389 per person for double occupancy (2 people sharing a room) | $2,699 for single occupancy (private room) 

Thursday, August 21 - Travel to Paris

Head to the train station and zip through the underwater tunnel that runs beneath the English Channel- known commonly as the “Chunnel”. In less than 3 hours you will be in Paris, the “City of Light” Be swept off your feet as the Paris of your dreams comes alive, joining a local expert to get to know the area surrounding your hotel on the way to a bistro dinner at the base of the Eiffel Tower- Madame Brasserie and then relaxing on a sightseeing cruise passing by illuminated landmarks as you drift softly along the Seine.

Friday, August 22 - Paris - Montmartre 

Paris- Use the Metro underground system like a local, giving you the freedom to set off later as you wish. Our first stop, the hip neighborhood of Montmartre. Blending artistic roots and quirky modernity, this 18th arrondissement neighborhood is home to classical painters and cultural provocateurs. Venture into the Musee de Montmartre and glimpse the roots of cabaret and the lives of Paris most famous artists and take advantage of time at leisure to explore on your own. Or perhaps you will browse the shops of L’ Opera District where you’ll have time to peruse luxury Parisian retailers or take a stroll down the Champs-Elysees and pause at the local café for some people-watching.

Saturday, August 23 - Notre-Dame Cathedral and Palace of Versailles

This day we will have a 12-hour coach and 8-hour local guide taking us to Notre-Dame Cathedral, Versailles Palace and a drive by the LDS Temple located by Versailles. Tonight, we will have a farewell dinner.

Sunday, August 24 - Depart Paris for Home

Wish Paris goodbye as you transfer to the airport for your flight back to the USA.