Great Britain’s summer is drawing near, and no doubt your clients are getting ready to book their UK getaway. Fortunately, the folks at VisitBritain and The Travel Junction have teamed up to create idyllic itineraries and packages that showcase the best of GB. And, dear agents, when you book with the Travel Junction, you’ll get bonus commission and a chance to win a prize!
The team at VisitBritain shared the return to travel back in December so it comes as no surprise that interest is peaking for trips across to ol’ Blighty! To help your clients plan, check out The Travel Junction’s six combinable Great Britain packages, carefully curated with the experts at VisitBritain!
Not only will you access a range of winning itineraries that showcase how to see things differently in Britain when you book with The Travel Junction, but you’re in with a shot to win yourself!
From now until 10 March 2023 the travel advisor with the highest British sales will win a 3-night stay in London including 1 Day London Pass by Go City® in partnership with Radisson Blu Edwardian Bloomsbury Street Hotel London! Fancy, huh!
Plus, you’ll also receive the Travel Advisor Commission Accelerator Subsidy, netting you extra $$ on every Great Britain accommodation booking during the same period made on their HELiO platform. Usually 9-12%, you can rack up to 15% in commission. Sweet!
With great value holiday packages at your fingertips starting from just $855 per person for seven nights’ accommodation or just $739 per person for four nights’ accommodation and car hire, your clients’ next trip has just got a whole lot easier to book.
See Things Differently in Britain in 2023
Whatever your fancy, it’s time to experience Britain differently with the help of these six curated itineraries showcasing adventure all around England, Scotland and Wales.
6. Welcome to Wales / Croeso I Gymru
Kicking off in Cardiff, this is a dreamy 8-day trip taking in the best of Wales.
Itinerary highlights
- Cardiff is a city known for its arts, music, and theatre celebrating Welsh culture. Take a visit to Cardiff Castle, or shop in Cardiff’s Victorian and Edwardian arcades. Finally, take a stroll around Cardiff Bay boasting spectacular architecture including the impressive Millennium Centre
- Self-drive to Swansea, Wales’ second-largest city, with its sweeping waterfront and ancient legends, and the pubs along the famed Mumbles Mile
- Hit the UK’s best beaches in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
- Hike, bird watch or surf at the stunning Gower Peninsula
- Explore the scenic Brecon Beacons National Park, stopping by lively market towns and hiking Pen y Fan if you’re game.
- The quintessentially Welsh town of Llandrindod Wells awaits, plus the charming Victorian seaside destination of Aberystwyth, home to independent shops and delectable local treats. Don’t leave town without seeing the smallest book in the world at the National Library of Wales
- Drive through the dramatic landscape of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, home to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), the highest mountain in Wales
- Delve into North Wales’ history in Bangor, Anglesey, quirky Portmeirion, and Conway’s medieval castle
- Conclude with an exploration of Wrexham. Located in North East Wales, the newly minted city recently traded in their ‘historical market town’ status and is home to the oldest international football stadium in the world
- Featuring stays in Cardiff – Swansea – Llandrindrod Wells – Aberystwyth – Bangor – Wrexham
- 7 nights from $855 per person, based on twin occupancy
- To book the package above: Use HELiO ‘Holiday Package’ Code: AU34800. Click here to book.
Pair this tour with a North England package, or hit it up in reverse and add a London stay to the end!
5. North of England Explorer with car hire
Breathtaking, multifaceted, and historical, this 8-day itinerary around the North of England surprises and delights.
Highlights include:
- Where else to start but Manchester, home of football, art, hip dining, and a top-rated music scene
- Explore the medieval streets of York and discover amazing shopping through the timbered streets of The Shambles, eat at an award-winning restaurant, and end the day sampling England’s first carbon-negative gin
- Self-drive to Kendal, in the Lake District. Here, the landscapes, ancient buildings, and serene atmosphere make you wish you could move there
- The Lake District, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is England’s largest national park, and nature’s playground. Hike through sumptuous and awe-inspiring scenery to discover lakes, rivers, and thriving towns or for those seeking a little more adventure, try your hand at wild swimming, pack rafting, canyoning, spelunking or sailing – there are endless ways to explore
- Discover the haunting history of Lancaster of the Pendle Witch Trail. Stroll the canal before hitting up the traditional pubs filled with local ales and live music
- Visit the UNESCO City of Music of Liverpool and discover how this city anchored by its industrial roots has since become one of Britain’s most dynamic and vibrant cultural hubs. Explore the vibrant waterfront of Albert Dock, before witnessing some of the most famous names in art at Tate Liverpool. Get into the groove at the British Music Experience before heading to the cobbled streets of the Georgian Quarter, home to some of the city’s finest bars and restaurants. Time your trip right and you could be there when Liverpool hosts the Eurovision Song Contest this year!
- INCLUDED Fiat 500 or similar pick up / drop off Manchester
- Featuring stays in Manchester – York – Kendal (for Lake District) – Lancaster – Liverpool – Manchester
- 8 nights from $1,569 per person, based on twin occupancy
- To book the package above: Use HELiO ‘Holiday Package’ Code: AU34901. Click here to book.
4. Scotland is Calling / Alba a’ Gairm with car hire
From the Highlands to the bustling cities, Scotland charms. Experience it for yourself on this jam-packed 9-day self-drive itinerary.
Scottish highlights:
- Edinburgh is a cosmopolitan destination steeped in history. Visit the iconic Edinburgh Castle and enjoy the buzz of this vibrant city around the Old Town
- Drive to historic Stirling, and take in the magnificent views from Stirling Castle’s hilltop esplanade towards the National Wallace Monument
- Enjoy Pitlochry in the stunning Highland Perthshire region
- Journey to Inverness to discover stunning castles, breathtaking scenery, and monster spotting on Loch Ness
- Explore the ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’, Fort William – home to the hugely popular Ben Nevis Race, before heading to Inveraray, located on the picturesque Loch Fyne
- Glasgow is rich in personality, buzzing with attractions and proudly upholds its status as the UK’s first UNESCO City of Music
- INCLUDED: VW Polo or similar pick up / drop off Edinburgh
- Featuring stays in Edinburgh – Stirling – Pitlochry – Inverness – Fort William – Glasgow – Edinburgh.
- 8 nights from $1,999 per person, based on twin occupancy
- To book the package above: Use HELiO ‘Holiday Package’ Code: AU35165. Click here to book.
Why not extend your trip to Newcastle, one of England’s most iconic cities? The brown ale is worth the journey alone!
3. London City Break
No trip to Great Britain is complete without some London time, and this 4-day itinerary is the ideal companion to many of The Travel Junction’s tours.
London highlights:
- Don your finest attire for afternoon tea at the Ritz or tea with a twist at Lyaness, an award-winning bar overlooking the Thames at Sea Containers London
- Peruse modern art exhibits at the Tate Modern
- Visit the famed West End to catch a classic show or an alternate performance Off West End
- Discover filmmaking magic at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
- Shop ‘til you drop at Harrods, Bond Street, Oxford Street and Knightsbridge
- For royalists, 6 May is the date of the Coronation of King Charles III
- INCLUDED: 1 Day London Pass by Go City®
- 3 nights Radisson Blu Edwardian Bloomsbury Street Hotel London from $1,129 per person twin share, based on twin occupancy
- To book the package above: Use HELiO ‘Holiday Package’ Code: AU34788. Click here to book.
Why not add the Discover Wales tour to this package? The contrast between the two destinations makes for a fascinating trip.
2. Icons of Southern England featuring the Great West Way with car hire
For a destination with a medley of surprises, explore the warmth of South West England with this 7-day Great West Way itinerary. Stretching from London to Bristol, this is a journey through stunning countryside, charming villages, and historic towns.
Southern England highlights:
- Wander Britain’s oldest university, plus Oxford’s other drawcards, including its fascinating museums and stunning spires
- Visit Winston Churchill’s birthplace at Blenheim Palace
- Drive the winding country lanes around the Cotswolds, where chocolate box cottages, rolling hills, and vibrant market towns await. Walk a section of the Cotswolds Way National Trail
- Discover hundreds of years of royal history at Sudeley Castle and Gardens
- Discover the delights of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath, from the Roman Baths to its quirky shops, gastronomic delights, and its captivating live music and festival scene
- Conclude your South West England adventure in cool, creative Bristol, home of Banksy, incredible festivals, and a brilliant foodie scene
- INCLUDED: Fiat 500 or similar pick up London / drop off Bristol
- Featuring stays in Oxford – Cirencester (for the Cotswolds) – Bath – Bristol
- 6 nights from $1,199 per person, based on twin occupancy
- To book the package above: Use HELiO ‘Holiday Package’ Code: AU35166. Click here to book.
1. West Midlands Explorer with car hire
An ideal companion to any London or Wales tour, this 5-day package demonstrates how varied and unique every pocket of Great Britain is. From vibrant Birmingham to the heritage town of Ironbridge, this is a leisurely paced self-drive adventure.
West Midlands highlights:
- In Birmingham, taste the eclectic delights of the Balti Triangle, check out the city’s burgeoning street art scene and walk, cycle, cruise or SUP your way down 56km of canals
- As the birthplace of the British motor industry and 2 tone music, Coventry is constantly reinventing itself. Former industrial areas are now rammed with unusual and sustainable shops, street food and crafts, while colourful artwork adorns its walls
- Tour romantic Stratford-upon-Avon, William Shakespeare’s beloved home. Watch a performance at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and enjoy the Tudor homes and cottages that take you back in time After a show, raise a glass to the great bard at Shakespeare Distillery and soak up more spirits as you relive the town’s Tudor past on a ghost tour
- Soak in the history of Ironbridge, with country walks, pub grub, and the village’s quaint atmosphere
- INCLUDED: Fiat 500 or similar pick up and drop off Birmingham
- Featuring stays in Birmingham – Coventry – Stratford-upon-Avon – Ironbridge
- 4 nights from $739 per person, based on twin occupancy
- To book the package above: Use HELiO ‘Holiday Package’ Code: AU35170. Click here to book.
The GB low-down
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