CIMDIP goes to United Kingdom

Scotland's dramatic capital rises from volcanic rock, crowned by its legendary castle that has witnessed over 1,000 years of history. This UNESCO World Heritage city is where medieval closes meet Georgian elegance, and where the world's largest arts festival transforms the streets each summer. During your visit, you'll explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle, walk the historic Royal Mile with a guided tour, and discover Scottish heritage at the National Museum.

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Founded by Romans in 71 AD and later ruled by Vikings who called it 'Jorvik', York is England's most complete medieval city with walls you can walk around. The magnificent York Minster took 250 years to build and contains half of all medieval stained glass in England. Your journey includes a cultural exchange with local students, exploring the Gothic cathedral, walking the ancient city walls, and wandering through The Shambles—the medieval street that inspired Diagon Alley.

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This maritime powerhouse was once the British Empire's second city and the gateway to the New World, but it's equally famous as the birthplace of The Beatles—the band that changed music forever. Liverpool boasts more museums and galleries than any UK city outside London, and its waterfront is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll tour the city's maritime and musical heritage, visit the legendary Cavern Club where The Beatles performed nearly 300 times, and explore The Beatles Story museum.

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Home to Britain's finest medieval castle, Warwick has stood guard over England's heartland for over 1,100 years. Built by William the Conqueror in 1068, Warwick Castle has survived sieges, housed royalty, and witnessed pivotal moments in English history—from the Wars of the Roses to the English Civil War. Your visit will take you through this magnificent fortress, exploring its Great Hall, state rooms, and watching the world's largest working trebuchet in action.

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This charming Tudor market town gave the world its greatest playwright—William Shakespeare, born here in 1564. Every year, millions visit to walk the same streets where Shakespeare grew up, and to see his plays performed by the Royal Shakespeare Company in world-class theatres. The town has preserved its 16th-century character with half-timbered houses and the Holy Trinity Church where Shakespeare is buried. You'll enjoy a panoramic city tour exploring Shakespeare's birthplace and the beautiful Tudor architecture.

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Wales's vibrant capital is one of Europe's youngest capital cities (since 1955) but stands on 2,000 years of history, from Roman fort to coal-exporting powerhouse. Cardiff Castle's walls tell the story of Roman soldiers, Norman knights, and Victorian Gothic fantasy all in one site. The city is also the heart of Welsh rugby passion and home to the Principality Stadium with its retractable roof. Your experience includes a cultural exchange with Welsh students, exploring Cardiff Bay's modern waterfront, touring the castle, and visiting the iconic rugby stadium.

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The 'City of Dreaming Spires' has been a center of learning for over 900 years, making it the oldest university in the English-speaking world. Oxford has educated 28 British Prime Ministers, countless world leaders, and inspired everything from Alice in Wonderland to Harry Potter—Christ Church College's dining hall was the model for Hogwarts. The city's 38 colleges create a living museum of architectural styles from medieval to modern. You'll discover the historic colleges and medieval university architecture on a comprehensive city tour.

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Cambridge University, founded in 1209, has produced more Nobel Prize winners (121) than any other institution in the world. The city's 31 colleges line the River Cam, where the tradition of punting—propelling flat-bottomed boats with poles—has continued for centuries. King's College Chapel is considered one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in existence, and the Mathematical Bridge is an engineering marvel built without bolts or nails. Your day trip includes a walking tour of the historic university and the quintessential Cambridge experience of punting on the River Cam.

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The capital of the United Kingdom is a 2,000-year-old metropolis where Roman walls stand beside glass skyscrapers, and where over 300 languages are spoken daily. London is home to four UNESCO World Heritage Sites, more than 170 museums, and has been the seat of British power since William the Conqueror built the Tower of London in 1066. From royal palaces to world-class theatre, from football stadiums to the Prime Meridian at Greenwich, London offers an unparalleled concentration of history and culture. Your extensive program includes cultural exchanges with London students, iconic landmarks like the London Eye and Tower of London, a West End musical, football stadium tours, world-renowned museums, and a day trip to Cambridge.

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