Ireland and England B&B Experience
You’ll enjoy the warm welcome from a local host
Take an adventure across the pond and delve into the beauty of both Ireland and England for 6, 8 or 10 nights. You'll stay at the bed and breakfasts of your choosing and have access to a rental car so you can explore at your leisure!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into London (LHR), out of Dublin (DUB)
- One-way airfare from London to Dublin – additional bag fees may apply
- Car rental in both countries - 4 days each (no car during hotel stay)
- 2 nights in London at Copthorne Chelsea Football Club or similar
- 3 nights in the Bed & Breakfasts of your choice vouchers in England
- 2 nights in Dublin at the North Star Hotel or similar, without breakfast
- 3 nights in the Bed & Breakfasts of your choice vouchers in Ireland
*Please note the 10-night itinerary is bookable through our call center only
Great Ways to Explore
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Enjoy sweeping views of England's capital city by treating yourself to a ride on the London Eye.
- Coordinate your visits with local weekend markets! Cork's English Market is a delight filled with homemade goods and handmade wares.
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Tour the English countryside and visit the Tower Bridge in London in just a few nights.
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Make a day-trip to Ireland’s capital city, Dublin. Visit Trinity College; grab a pint at Temple Bar and tour the Trinity College campus!
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Visit imposing castles and ancient ruins; Newgrange in Ireland is over 5,000 years old!
Bed & Breakfasts in England are renowned for their warm welcomes and friendly, local hosts. With your rental car, where ever you choose to stay you will have the freedom to explore the land around you at your own pace!
You’ll choose from a selection of charming homes and hotels before you travel and design your own itinerary. From Stonehenge to the Tower of London, you can see the beautiful countryside and then experience cosmopolitan London. This vacation offers you all of the freedom and control you’d like.
Take a one-way flight to Dublin, Ireland. You’ll enjoy the second leg of your vacation at the Bed & Breakfast of your choice. Irish Bed & Breakfasts are renowned for their warm welcome and high level of service. You’ll have a hospitable local host who will be happy to offer up some helpful travel tips for the area.Â
Choose a B&B in Cork and you can visit the Blarney Castle and take a day-trip to the House of Waterford Crystal where you’ll have admission included if you select our available upgrade. Head further west for a stay in County Clare and you'll have sites such as the Cliffs of Moher and the Bunratty Folk Park nearby or venture to the bustling city of Galway.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
For $99 per person, add the following to your vacation:
- English Heritage Visitor Pass Â
- Admission to Cliffs of Moher
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- Admission to Bunratty Castle
- Admission to Kilkenny Castle
- Admission to the Guinness Storehouse
- Round-trip economy class airfare into London (LHR), out of Dublin (DUB)
- One-way airfare from London to Dublin – additional bag fees may apply
- Car rental in both countries - 4 days each (no car during hotel stay)
- 2 nights in London at Copthorne Chelsea Football Club or similar
- 3 nights in the Bed & Breakfasts of your choice vouchers in England
- 2 nights in Dublin at the North Star Hotel or similar, without breakfast
- 3 nights in the Bed & Breakfasts of your choice vouchers in Ireland
*Please note the 10-night itinerary is bookable through our call center only
-
Enjoy sweeping views of England's capital city by treating yourself to a ride on the London Eye.
- Coordinate your visits with local weekend markets! Cork's English Market is a delight filled with homemade goods and handmade wares.
-
Tour the English countryside and visit the Tower Bridge in London in just a few nights.
-
Make a day-trip to Ireland’s capital city, Dublin. Visit Trinity College; grab a pint at Temple Bar and tour the Trinity College campus!
-
Visit imposing castles and ancient ruins; Newgrange in Ireland is over 5,000 years old!
Bed & Breakfasts in England are renowned for their warm welcomes and friendly, local hosts. With your rental car, where ever you choose to stay you will have the freedom to explore the land around you at your own pace!
You’ll choose from a selection of charming homes and hotels before you travel and design your own itinerary. From Stonehenge to the Tower of London, you can see the beautiful countryside and then experience cosmopolitan London. This vacation offers you all of the freedom and control you’d like.
Take a one-way flight to Dublin, Ireland. You’ll enjoy the second leg of your vacation at the Bed & Breakfast of your choice. Irish Bed & Breakfasts are renowned for their warm welcome and high level of service. You’ll have a hospitable local host who will be happy to offer up some helpful travel tips for the area.Â
Choose a B&B in Cork and you can visit the Blarney Castle and take a day-trip to the House of Waterford Crystal where you’ll have admission included if you select our available upgrade. Head further west for a stay in County Clare and you'll have sites such as the Cliffs of Moher and the Bunratty Folk Park nearby or venture to the bustling city of Galway.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
For $99 per person, add the following to your vacation:
- English Heritage Visitor Pass Â
- Admission to Cliffs of Moher
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- Admission to Bunratty Castle
- Admission to Kilkenny Castle
- Admission to the Guinness Storehouse
Day 1. Welcome to London, England!
Arrive in London and enjoy your first day in England's exciting capital. Tower Bridge, the London Eye, Buckingham Palace and the delicious restaurants along the River Thames - all must-see spots!
The Copthorne Hotel at Chelsea Football Club is situated within the grounds of Chelsea FC's home turf, but you don't have to be a Chelsea fan to enjoy this hotel and its central location. Located near King's Road in London's fashionable Chelsea district, it puts you in easy reach of many of London's top attractions, as well as excellent shopping, dining, entertainment venues, galleries and gardens. The hotel provides comfortable, well-appointed and spacious guestrooms, and excellent dining options, including the popular Frankie's Sports Bar & Diner.Â
The 3-star Phoenix Hotel is located in the heart of London. It is located close to the Queensway and Bayswater underground stations and is just a 5 minute walk from the world famous Hyde Park and from Kensington Palace. The hotel’s 125 bedrooms are bright and comfortable and include free WiFi, television, and a coffee/tea maker. The hotel is surrounded by numerous bars, restaurants, and shops and is in an ideal location for those looking to get a true taste of London.
Day 2. London
Enjoy your time in England. London is a very popular cosmopolitan city where there is a special landmark on nearly every corner. Visit Big Ben, the Kensington Palace and Westminster Abbey.Â
Day 3. London - England Bed & Breakfast
Stay near the city of London or travel to the country and visit Bath, the Cotswolds or the famous Stonehenge. The combination of staying at a charming Bed & Breakfast and having the freedom to take any day-trips you’d like will make for a memorable vacation.
Check-in - England B&Bs and Small Hotels
These England B&Bs and
Small Hotels give you the chance to stay in some of the most charming
independently owned B&B’s and quintessentially English small hotels and
inns in some of the most picturesque locations in England– so you feel like
you’re staying in a special home away from home. The collection ranges from
working farms and former vicarages to Victorian town houses and country homes,
and each has been chosen for its character, charm and individuality - and of
course for the warm welcome you are sure to receive. Each boasts comfortable
accommodations and en-suite facilities, as well as an excellent, traditional
breakfast – guaranteed to provide a truly memorable stay. Your voucher entitles
you to your choice of Category 1 B&B or hotel. The B&Bs are mostly
private homes, which provide breakfast but limited additional services; the
small hotels typically provide access to additional food and bar services.
Upon purchase of your
B&B vouchers, please visit the following website to determine what your
accommodation options are in the area(s) you’ll be visiting, and where you
would like to stay:Â www.circlehotels.co.uk. It
is highly recommended that you request your accommodations as far in advance as
possible (a minimum 45 days in advance), since the properties are small and
availability is limited, especially in high season. Requests MUST be placed
through the reservations office of The Circle, by email. If you book directly
through the B&B or hotel, your voucher will not be honored, and you will be
responsible for paying for your reservation directly to the B&B/Hotel. Is
this were to happen, you will not be eligible for a refund of any unused
vouchers. Please note: these vouchers can be redeemed for B&Bs offered by
The Circle in Scotland and Wales, as well.
When planning your itinerary,
remember that B&Bs are generally not located in major city centers so you
will want to expand your search to outside of the city proper. Please be
advised that due to the size of the properties, if you are travelling in a
group or with another reservation, The Circle might not be able to accommodate
you at the same property and may require members of your group to stay in
multiple properties or be flexible to an alternative property, which could
accommodate your group.
Your voucher entitles you to
properties at the Category 1 level. If you would like to upgrade to any of the
higher-level B&B’s or hotels, you can do so at an additional supplement as
follows, payable directly to The Circle at the time of confirmation:
Supplements for travel January – December 2024:
Voucher Plus B&B or Category 2 hotel - additional £10 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Voucher Premium B&B or Category 3 hotel - additional £20 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 4 - additional £30 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 5 - additional £40 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 6 - additional £50 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 7 - additional £60 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 8 - additional £70 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 9 - Price on Application**These supplements vary based on the location of the property, room type, and dates of stay. B&Bs/Hotels which fall under this category will be noted as POA (Price on Application) in The Circle’s online guide.Â
Please Note: Supplement fees paid directly to The Circle can only be charged via American Express, Visa or MasterCard.
Day 4. England Bed & Breakfast
Continue exploring England today. Why not head north, towards the cities of Liverpool or Manchester? In Liverpool you can follow the footsteps of The Beatles, or perhaps you'd like to catch a soccer (called football in England) game in Manchester!
Day 5. England Bed & Breakfast
On your last day in England, head back down south to sophisticated Oxford and spend the afternoon leisurely strolling through university parks, admiring the city's architecture, and maybe hitting a museum or two. Consider heading to East Oxford and treating yourself to dinner in one of the area's unique restaurants!
Day 6. England - Dublin, Ireland
Say goodbye to England and take a one-way flight to Dublin, Ireland this morning. Check into your hotel, then start exploring this compact yet cosmopolitan city. Watch buskers at Grafton Street or head to Temple Bar for a proper pint!
Fly to Ireland!
Check-in - The Address Connolly
The Address Connolly is ideally located in the heart of Dublin City Centre, just a short walk from all of Dublin’s most popular venues, shopping streets, entertainment districts, and tourist attractions. This design-driven hotel offers an eclectic mix of luxe interiors and traditional design pieces all sourced from and crafted in Ireland.
The Address Connolly promises the ultimate 4-star hotel experience full of special touches that surprise and delight. The Address Connolly boasts newly refurbished guestrooms, its own fitness center, and Scandinavian saunas, plus the independently branded bar and restaurant within the hotel, McGettigans Cookhouse. The Cookhouse provides a casual, diverse, and relaxed dining environment serving international cuisine with an extensive cocktail list, craft beers, and specially selected wines. The food curation focuses on sustainability, seasonality, and locality for its inspiration and is open for both lunch and dinner.
Day 7. Dublin
Enjoy the day sightseeing in Dublin at your leisure. Make your way to the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and the Christ Church Cathedral. Dublin offers travelers such a unique atmosphere filled with colorful storefronts, historic architecture and a lively personality.
Day 8. Dublin - Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Collect your rental car and embark on your Ireland adventure. You’ll have open Ireland Bed & Breakfast vouchers for four nights, providing you with the freedom and flexibility you want when exploring the Emerald Isle. We recommend driving south along the coast to Waterford. Visit the Waterford Crystal Factory or take a day-trip to Cobh, the charming fishing village.
Check-in - Ireland Bed and Breakfast
Staying in an Ireland Bed and Breakfast offers travelers the complete flexibility of creating their own itinerary. You must select your accommodations ahead of time. To ensure the best availability, it's recommended that you pre-book your B&Bs as far in advance as possible. Enjoy your choice of accommodations from small towns to quaint villages to countryside manors.
All Irish B&B's pride themselves on providing their guests with a fresh, home-cooked breakfast each morning and quality accommodations that cater to every need. Draw on the local knowledge, personal touch and warm welcome of your Irish hosts. Learn about all the best local restaurants, pubs, shops, attractions and activities. Your hosts specialize in the best services available from golf to walking tours of the area, to adventure breaks and much more.
Why Stay in a B&B?
- Most bed and breakfasts are owned by the B&B operators themselves, who usually live on the premises. It's natural to expect that B&B operators who live in their own B&B's will bring a different perspective to the job.
- At B&B's, "customers" are truly guests, and it shows. The B&B owners will gladly help you find the best restaurant in town, the best pubs, point you to the best tourist attractions and local amenities and much much more. Many B&B's depend on word-of-mouth recommendations.
Combine those two factors and it's easy to see why B&B owners go out of their way to make sure your stay provides some great memories of Ireland.
*B&B check-in is between 3:00pm and 6:00pm..
Day 9. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
One of the most popular destinations in Ireland is County Clare on the west coast. With a stunning coastline and a wealth of activities, this is the perfect spot for a B&B stay. Take day-trips to the impressive Cliffs of Moher or the Burren, a fascinating landscape made up of wild plants, animals and caves.
Day 10. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Today why not choose a stay near the city of Cork today? Pick up a bite at the English Market, then pay a visit to the Blarney Castle and its famous stone. Legend has it those who kiss the Blarney Stone are awarded the gift of eloquence; pucker up and find out!Â
Day 11. Depart Ireland
Depart Ireland today from Dublin Airport.Â
Fly home!
Where available, the Flexible Change Plan allows you to change your travel date for ANY reason (between 30 days and 14 days before planned departure). You will receive a Future Travel Credit for the entire amount you paid. Please note that prepaid instant purchase airfares and group airfare are not eligible for the Flexible Change Plan and are subject to airline-imposed change or cancellation fees based on airline rules at the time that the change is requested. You must rebook using the original air carrier at least 14 days prior to your originally scheduled departure and complete travel at least 1 year from original booking date. Additional fees may apply. Future travel credit is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be redeemed for cash.