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2026 United Kingdom with British Isles, France & Belfast

27 day escorted tour departs 09 July 2026

Discover the best of England and the British Isles on this unforgettable journey, combining scenic coach touring with a luxurious 12-night cruise. Visiting places such as London, Devon and Cornwall. Visit historic Bath, the picturesque Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Oxford before setting sail on the elegant Majestic Princess. Cruise to iconic destinations across the British Isles, including Belfast and France, all in absolute comfort.

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This itinerary is a wonderful combination of coach touring and cruising. Our starting point is the great city of London, a city immersed in history yet full of innovation and diversity, before we travel to the southwest of England and the counties of Devon and Cornwall. Waiting for us is breath-taking scenery featuring a magnificent coastline, idyllic fishing villages, desolate moorland and so much more.  We continue our journey into the heart of England visiting the historic city of Bath before touring the Cotswold region where nature seems to be displayed at its very best – lush rolling hills, quaint villages, bustling market towns, and gently flowing rivers. Shakespeare’s birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the university city of Oxford are on our itinerary before we start the next stage of the tour.

Your tour highlights

Highlights:

  • Enjoy 9 days touring Devon and Cornwall as well as the historic city of Bath, the Cotswolds and Oxford. Wonderful coastal scenery contrasting with the lush rolling rural landscapes. Plymouth, Penzance, Lands End, St Ives, Glastonbury, Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford.
  • London –the “grand old lady” – there is just something special about the place, no matter how many times you may have visited. A special included treat is a luncheon cruise on the River Thames as part of our full day of touring.
  • Eden Project –where the largest greenhouses in the world have been built to create tropical, temperate and desert-like environments.
  • Special Meal –we enjoy lunch at Rick Stein’s signature restaurant, The Seafood Restaurant in Padstow.

12 nights on board the
“Majestic Princess”
A magical cruise showcasing the British Isles, including France & Belfast. Sail aboard Majestic Princess and enjoy the signature favorites you’ve always loved such as Crown Grill and the Catch by Rudi, a celebration of all thing’s ocean from
head of culinary arts Chef Rudi Sodamin. Relax at the Hollywood Club, a Hollywood chic-style environment day and night, year-round, surrounded by comfortable loungers, modern sculptures and topiaries. Come aboard and find out what makes this ship so special. With your choice between the Balcony Staterooms & the luxurious Mini-Suite Stateroom with Balcony – you’ll enjoy breathtaking ocean views, premium amenities, ensuring a relaxing and unforgettable cruise experience.

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Tour pricing:

from $21,500

per person twin/double share*

Balcony Stateroom
Share Twin or Double Room
NZD $21,500.00
Supplement for Single Room
NZD $7,500.00
Mini-Suite Stateroom
Share Twin or Double Room
NZD $22,250.00
Supplement for Single Room
NZD $8,200.00

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Tour Inclusions:

• Economy Class Air Travel from Auckland
• Upgrade to Premium Economy or Business Class
Air Travel available at additional cost
• Choice of Balcony Staterooms (Cat. BC) or Mini-Suite
Staterooms (Cat. MC) on board Majestic Princess Cruise
• First Class hotel accommodation
• Air-conditioned coach transportation
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
(B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
• Prepaid airport/government taxes, security and fuel
surcharges (as at 01/09/25)
• Sightseeing & entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary
• Tips/gratuities to guides, drivers & staff
• Baggage handling of one (1) piece per person,
where possible
• Fully escorted by a Maher Tours Leader

Not included:

• Any meals and sightseeing tours not specifically mentioned in the itinerary • Shore Excursions during the cruise • Travel insurance – advice and assistance offered • Items of a personal nature such as drinks, room service, laundry, telephone charges etc.

Conditions:

Initial Deposit - Due at time of booking • NZD $3,000.00 per person Second Deposit - Due Friday 09 January 2026 • NZD $3,000.00 per person Final Payment - Due Monday 13 April 2026 • Balance *Images courtesy of Maher Tours
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Europe in Winter, Nikki & Steve
Everything you organised worked really well. The timings and explanations on arrival at places was brilliant. The hotels were all handily located to centre of old towns. The 2 Intrepid Trips provided extra understanding of the areas as did the 3 day Hurtigruten cruise.
Scandinavia, Bronwyn & Gordon
The "Sea Cloud" experience was above expectation and more! All your plans worked perfectly and we enjoyed the Somewhere Boutique Hotel at Voulagemeni. Absolutely no problem with the flights. Our accommodation was more than adequate, food excellent and the service 5+ star. We would strongly recommend this 'once in a lifetime' experience.
Adriatic, Paul & Ann
Overall its was an absolutely amazing experience, thank you for all clear information you had given us, really helpful to figure out where is our hotel and how to move from one place to another. Thank you so much for organizing this trip and doing such a good job.
Europe, Ai Ngo and Adrian
We really enjoyed the cruise and this was certainly one of the highlights of the trip. The Azamara cruise was ideal being a smaller boat (and numbers of people) but still provided great service and entertainment. The cruise we did from Athens to Venice was perfect with a destination each day to visit and a great variety of places. I would certainly recommend this cruise company and this particular voyage option.
Europe, Rob & Nikki
We’ve had a fabulous time in Portugal, outstanding guide, great food and wine and the National Geographic tour was superb. What a wonderful country, lovely people and great sights.
Portugal, David & Jill
We had a fantastic day at Plitvice today - very wet and overcast but absolutely stunning and loved every minute of our 12kms walking and photographing!! Loving our hotel here too ... another perfect one thank you!
Croatia, David & Joss
Sandra and I are back at home now after a couple of great months away.  The whole trip was great, so thanks for your help with the bookings etc. No issues at all. We very much enjoyed the Rhine cruise with Viking. We couldn’t fault their service and effort, and are happy to recommend them to others.  
Europe, Murray & Sandra
The trip was fantastic thanks very much for all your input.  Everything worked seamlessly with the flights, accommodation, and car rentals that you booked for us.  The places you booked for us were all in a good location.   The cycle trip through Burgundy was also definitely a highlight. It was truly a trip of a lifetime with everything that we managed to squeeze in, and having a lot of it organised for us was a real treat.
Europe, Mike & Nicky
Our trip went very well. We loved Ireland with Back Roads, excellent guide and good group. We think of three things, its green, narrow roads and old stone fences! Very interesting history. Hurtigruten had ungraded us to Cabin 601, right at the front with three windows, nice and spacious so very enjoyable. We had rougher seas around the Hebredies and Orkneys but all good.
UK & Ireland, Barbara
Back safe and sound after a wonderful cruise and Greek Island stay. Barcelona amazing and our little hotel was perfect. So handy to everything. The Viking cruise was pure luxury . Food, cabin décor entertainment , just perfect. My favourite places visited were Sicily, all the Croatian coast, towns and villages. Our Greek island stay very good with nice family hotel. Not so keen on the ferry. Like being in a plane. Very quick! Business was great and it would be hard to fly any other way now. Anyway Ian thank you so much for organising a great holiday for us. Very much appreciated. I haven’t completely ruled out travelling again!!
Mediterranean, Lois
Thank you Peter for once again, your meticulous planning for us. The trains worked admirably and we had plenty of time for connections. It is sometime since we have travelled in Europe but we have had a fabulous time despite only three sunny days in UK and Europe. Free use of public transport in Basel and Geneva great. Oyster card worked well in London. Lauterbrunnen was Swiss fairytale. A three day pass meant we did heaps and the weather cleared on our last day so we enjoyed Jungfrau plus views of The Eiger. Lots of Indian tourists/ has featured in a Bollywood movie. Weather didn’t clear in Zermatt/ so didn’t see Matterhorn. Left 42 degrees in Dubai. Sunday breakfast up the Burj. Thanks Peter you are an excellent travel agent.
Holland & Switzerland, Alison
A big thank you for organising bookings for us. Everything went according to plan. Managed to catch everything, nothing delayed , except Easyjet which you kind of expect.
Europe, Lesley
We had an absolutely fabulous holiday.  I adored Switzerland, the people, the scenery, just everything.  Every day was better than the day before, couldn't fault anything. The hotels and transport were spot on.  Simon skied 5 days and I found plenty to do.  It was easy meeting people and exploring by myself. Thank you so much for all your organising.  This trip has given me so much confidence to explore other European countries and winter climates.
Switzerland, Lynne