New York City, United States
London, United Kingdom
Arrive in New York City
Welcome to New York! Guests who have booked their flights through YMT Vacations will be greeted at the airport by a YMT representative and transferred to their hotel.
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel or similar
New York City Tour
Today, you get to see the major sights of the Big Apple on a panoramic city tour. Highlights of the tour include the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, the Chrysler Building, Central Park and many more. The energy of what Hamilton calls “the greatest city in the world” is as infectious as it is famous. Enjoy an evening at leisure or take part in an evening optional.
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel or similar
Embark Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pearl (Departs at 5:00 PM)
Bid bon voyage to the United States and begin your transatlantic cruise! Get settled into your cabin on Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pearl, an amazing ship with countless amenities to enjoy as you journey across the Atlantic.
At Sea
Halifax, Nova Scotia (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Nova Scotia’s exquisitely preserved capital city was founded in 1749; go back in time with a visit to The Citadel to see the Old Town Clock. Waterfront warehouses known as the Historic Properties harken back to Halifax’s bygone days as a trading hub for privateer ships commissioned by governments to pillage, steal and burn merchant vessels.
At Sea
Reykjavik, Iceland (Arrive 2:00 PM on day 10 - Depart 1:00 PM on day 11)
Welcome to Reykjavík, one of the cleanest, greenest, and safest cities in the world. This tiny Nordic nation is renowned for its dramatic landscapes and near continuous summer daylight. Iceland has grown into one of the most desirable travel destinations in the world in recent years, and for good reason.
At Sea
Belfast, Ireland (12:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Spend the day enjoying Northern Irish hospitality at its finest in this picturesque capital city on Northern Ireland’s rugged east coast.
Dublin (Dun Laonhaire), Ireland (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Arrive in Dublin, capital city of the “Emerald Isle.” Dublin is laid out perfectly for casual walkers, so shops, restaurants, the banks of the River Liffey, and many other highlights are easy to explore on foot at your leisure. The Bank of Ireland, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College are some of the city’s biggest draws.
At Sea
Paris (Le Havre), France (6:30 AM - 10:00 PM)
When you arrive in Le Havre, France, opportunities to tour the attractions of the Normandy countryside await as soon as you leave your ship, while the sights of Paris are only 2.5 hours by high-speed train. Omaha Beach, the site of D-Day, is another option for a memorable daytrip.
Disembarkation in London (Southampton) & Stonehenge, Bath and Bristol (Disembark at 8:00 AM)
After a morning disembarkation, go back in time at two of England’s oldest sites: Stonehenge and the Roman Baths. Stonehenge is the prehistoric monument whose ring of massive standing stones was built approximately 5,000 years. Tour of some of the best Roman ruins in the world in the city of Bath. Romans started taking advantage of Bath’s natural hot springs when Claudius invaded Britain in 43 AD. They turned the site into a religious shrine that housed incredibly complex bathing areas with cold rooms, warm rooms, and a massive central pool.
Mercure Bristol Holland House or similar
The Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon
Spend the morning in the Cotswolds, a stunning rural area renowned for lush rolling hills and beautifully maintained historic buildings and villages. Visit Cogges Manor Farm, which you may recognize from Downton Abbey. Be sure to explore the gardens, manor house, and farm animals at your leisure. Continue to Shakespeare’s Birthplace, the restored 16th century home in Stratford-upon-Avon that he grew up in and shared with his beloved wife, Anne Hathaway. Hear family stories and live theatre recitals. (B)
Hilton Garden Inn Brindley Place or similar
Birmingham
Discover Birmingham on a panoramic tour of Britain’s second largest city. “Brum,” as locals call it, is proud of its blue-collar roots. An epicenter of commerce during the Industrial Revolution, many of Birmingham’s buildings date back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Birmingham is also home to the architecturally dazzling Selfridge’s building, a hypermodern landmark in this historical city. (B)
Hilton Garden Inn Brindley Place or similar
Oxford & London
Take a panoramic and walking tour of Oxford, a city known around the world as the home of Britain’s oldest and most prestigious university. See the school and 1,100-year-old village, including Christchurch, Oxford Castle, and more of the famous halls and greens of Oxford University. Enjoy lunch on your own and free time in town. (B)
Lancaster Gate Hotel or similar
London Sightseeing
After breakfast, head out on a panoramic city tour of London. Enjoy an overview of all of London’s most important landmarks from the comfort of your roomy coach. The city boasts many famous sights, including the Tower of London, Big Ben, Piccadilly Square, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and more! Return to London and sit down for an included Farewell Dinner. (B, D)
Lancaster Gate Hotel or similar
Depart for Home (B)
Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Hotels may differ depending on date. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. By their nature, all tour vacations involve a certain level of physical activity. While YMT tours have been designed with our guests in mind and are not physically demanding, this tour does include walking and periods of standing during the sightseeing visits. You will also encounter steps and some uneven ground along the way, particularly at older, historical sights. Please ask your Travel Consultant for more information.
YMT Vacations itineraries may contain suggestions for activities for your leisure time; these suggestions do not constitute a recommendation nor an endorsement of any specific service provider and the decision to participate in any such activities should be made independently.
Per person, double occupancy, excludes roundtrip airfare. Passport required.
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These Inside Staterooms are the most affordable way to cruise. There’s room for up to four guests and they include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and of course, you’ll have room service and many other amenities.
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A Sailaway Oceanview stateroom guarantees an Oceanview stateroom or better! Please note that the view may be fully obstructed, partially obstructed, porthole or picture window. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation.
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A Sailaway Balcony stateroom guarantees a Balcony stateroom or better! Please note that the view from your balcony may be fully obstructed or partially obstructed. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation.
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Per person, double occupancy, excludes roundtrip airfare
Be captivated by America’s most beautiful western landscapes as you discover historic sites, visit uniquely charming towns, and take in endless vistas on a Rocky Mountains tour.
Per person, double occupancy, excludes roundtrip airfare
Discover England and Wales and take an extended journey through Scotland on this one magical tour through these magnificent countries. Visit castles, countryside, culturally-rich cities, and more!
Experience la dolce vita in Southern Italy and on a cruise of the Mediterranean. Visit 4 stunning nations whose food, scenery, and history are some of the finest in Europe.
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