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Highlights of Britain
This comprehensive tour of Britain features all of the best that Britain has to offer. Go off the beaten path as you traverse the whole of Britain to see Devon and Cornwall in England’s Southwest, the medieval heritage of Wales, and Scotland’s delights. Go off the beaten path as you traverse the whole of Britain to see Devon and Cornwall in England’s Southwest, the medieval heritage of Wales, and Scotland’s delights including Edinburgh and St. Andrews and journey on to York and Stratford-upon-Avon before ending the tour in London.
14 Days • fr. $4,345
Tour Includes
- Windsor Castle
- Stonehenge
- Walking tour of St. Ives
- Tour of the Roman Baths in Bath
- Cardiff sightseeing tour
- Tour of Cardiff Castle
- Walking tour of Shrewsbury
- Walking tour of Conway
- Walking tour of Chester
- A visit to the village of Grasmere, where Wordsworth lived and is buried
- Enjoy a lively Scottish evening with dinner and entertainment in Edinburgh. (August 1 – 15 departures will have a free evening instead).
- A tour of Edinburgh including Edinburgh Castle. On August 1 – 15 departures, attend the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
- A tour of Glamis Castle
- A panoramic tour of St. Andrews
- A visit to Abbotsford House
- A ride on Yorkshire Moors Railway by vintage locomotive
- A tour of the beautiful York Minster cathedral
- A farewell dinner in London
- A panoramic London tour with a local guide
- A visit to the Tower of London
- Handling of one piece of luggage per person is included in the cost of all coach tours. Size should not exceed 30 x 20 x 10 inches and weight should be under 50 lbs. Luggage is carried at owner's risk throughout the tour unless insured.
Not Included
- Tips for personal services and to tour directors and drivers are not included in tour cost and left to your discretion.
- All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry, special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must be paid by the client.
- All rates exclude airfare unless expressly noted.
Meal Inclusions
- Full daily breakfasts (except Day 1)
- 1 lunch
- 7 dinners including a welcome farewell dinner in London. (August 1 – 15 departures will have 6 dinners with a free evening in Edinburgh instead).
Hotel Details
- MGallery Castle Hotel in Windsor (1 night)
- The Bedford Hotel in Tavistock (2 nights)
- Hilton Cardiff Hotel in Cardiff (1 night)
- Doubletree by Hilton Hotel & Spa Chester in Chester (2 nights)
- Leonardo Royal Hotel in Edinburgh (3 nights)
- Malmaison York Hotel in York (2 nights)
- Hilton London Kensington Hotel in London (2 nights)
Day 1
ARRIVE IN WINDSOR Location Information Description
Windsor, United Kingdom
Meet your guide at 2:00 PM in your Windsor hotel. Venture to see the splendors of Windsor Castle, a residence of the Queen, and the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. Then take a walking tour around the medieval town of Windsor with a local guide. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group, and dine and explore as you wish this evening.
MGallery Castle Hotel
Day 2
STONEHENGE Location Information Description
Stonehenge, United Kingdom
Marvel at the prehistoric circle of vast monoliths of Stonehenge and learn about the primitive builders who managed to create such an enduring monument.
SALISBURY Location Information Description
Salisbury, United Kingdom
Stop in Salisbury, a charming old city where the cathedral boasts the tallest spire in England.
Tavistock Location Information Description
Tavistock, United Kingdom
Arrive in Tavistock, a market town on the edge of Dartmoor National Park. Overnight in Tavistock.
Breakfast, Dinner
The Bedford Hotel
Day 3
ST. MICHAEL'S MOUNT Location Information Description
Saint Michael's Mount, United Kingdom
Travel through the unspoiled beauty of Bodmin Moor; stop for photos at Jamaica Inn, built in 1750 and immortalized in Daphne de Maurier’s tale of daring smugglers. Visit the coastal village of Marazion to see the romantic outline of St Michael’s Mount, an island topped by a spectacular castle.
ST. IVES Location Information Description
Saint Ives, United Kingdom
In the old fishing town of St Ives, take a walking tour to see its cobbled streets, quaint cottages, art galleries, and surrounding sandy beaches. Enjoy time to explore before returning to a free evening in Tavistock
Breakfast
The Bedford Hotel
Day 4
ROMAN BATHS Location Information Description
Bath, United Kingdom
Explore Bath, a city of elegant Georgian buildings in a distinctive golden stone. Tour the wonderfully preserved Roman Baths.
CARDIFF CASTLE Location Information Description
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Head to Cardiff, where you’ll take a sightseeing tour of the city before touring Cardiff Castle, a medieval castle fabulously renovated in Victorian Gothic style. Dine in your hotel this evening.
Breakfast, Dinner
Hilton Cardiff Hotel
Day 5
Hay-on-Wye Location Information Description
Hay-on-Wye, United Kingdom
Travel through the Brecon Beacons National Park to Hay-on-Wye, a town famous for its bookshops.
SHREWSBURY Location Information Description
Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Continue to Shrewsbury, a picturesque town near the English/Welsh border. Take a walking tour with the town crier to see black-and-white buildings that line the narrow streets. Travel through Cheshire to your hotel in Chester.
Breakfast, Dinner
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel & Spa
Day 6
NORTH WALES Location Information Description
Conwy, United Kingdom
Drive through the countryside of north Wales as you journey to Conwy, a medieval town dominated by a huge castle. Enjoy a walking tour around the picturesque streets and see the smallest house in Britain, followed by free time for lunch on your own.
CHESTER Location Information Description
Chester, United Kingdom
In Chester, take another walking tour to see medieval buildings and Roman walls.
Breakfast, Dinner
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel & Spa
Day 7
LAKE DISTRICT Location Information Description
Lake District, United Kingdom
Travel through the glorious Lake District, which inspired many of Beatrix Potter’s children’s books. Visit the village of Grasmere, where Wordsworth lived and is buried. Pass through the village of Gretna Green as you cross the border into Scotland.
EDINBURGH Location Information Description
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
At your hotel, enjoy a lively Scottish evening with dinner and entertainment. (August 1 – 15 departures will have a free evening instead).
Breakfast, Dinner
Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel
Day 8
EDINBURGH Location Information Description
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Explore central Edinburgh starting in the 200-year-old “New Town” with planned streets and elegant Georgian houses where many famous writers and inventors lived. See the Royal Mile with its narrow medieval houses, then tour Edinburgh Castle to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny.
The rest of the day is free for you to explore. On August 1 – 15 departures, attend the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Breakfast
Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel
Day 9
GLAMIS CASTLE Location Information Description
Glamis, United Kingdom
Tour Glamis Castle, the legendary setting of Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” and childhood home of the Queen Mother.
ST ANDREWS Location Information Description
Saint Andrews, United Kingdom
Cross the modern Tay Bridge to the medieval town of St Andrews, the “Home of Golf.” Take a panoramic tour of this scenic university town by the sea. Have lunch with your group and enjoy some time to explore.
Breakfast, Lunch
Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel
Day 10
ABBOTSFORD HOUSE Location Information Description
Abbotsford, United Kingdom
Visit Abbotsford House, the rambling and picturesque former home of Sir Walter Scott, the internationally famed 19th-century novelist; one of Scotland’s greatest historic characters, he played a large role in the modern popularity of tartan.
YORK Location Information Description
York, United Kingdom
Head to York, an ancient city of narrow cobbled streets, charming tearooms and quaint old pubs, and fantastic medieval churches. Here you’ll have the rest of the day free to explore and dine as you wish.
Breakfast
Malmaison York Hotel
Day 11
HISTORIC TRAIN RIDE Location Information Description
Whitby, United Kingdom
Head to Goathland Station, which served as Hogsmeade Station in the “Harry Potter” series, and travel on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway by vintage locomotive. Visit the old fishing town of Whitby, known for its once-thriving whaling industry and as the setting for Bram Stoker’s “Dracula”; your tour director will take you on a stroll around the picturesque harbor and winding streets.
YORK Location Information Description
York, United Kingdom
Return to York and tour beautiful York Minster cathedral, Northern Europe’s largest Gothic church.
Breakfast, Dinner
Malmaison York Hotel
Day 12
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON Location Information Description
Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
Travel to Stratford-upon-Avon and Shakespeare’s Birthplace. Discover the world that shaped the man as you look through an exhibition about his life and work, and take in a short performance to see his words come to life.
LONDON Location Information Description
London, United Kingdom
Drive through the scenic Cotswolds region, renowned for picturesque villages built of honey-colored stone with charming gardens. Arrive in London for a farewell dinner with your group at a local restaurant.
Breakfast, Dinner
Hilton London Kensington
Day 13
LONDON Location Information Description
London, United Kingdom
Take a panoramic London tour with a local guide to see some of the famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus, Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Visit the mighty Tower of London to see the many fortresses, Beefeaters in their elaborate uniforms, and the dazzling Crown Jewels. The afternoon and evening are free for independent activities.
Breakfast
Hilton London Kensington
Day 14
DEPART LONDON Location Information Description
London, United Kingdom
Your tour ends after breakfast.
Important information:
Important Information
Cancellation Policy
- 70 days or more prior to departure: Forfeiture of deposit
- 69 - 16 days prior to departure: 30% per person
- 15 - 8 days prior to departure: 50% per person
- 7 - 1 days prior to departure: 90% per person
- On day of departure: 100% per person
- All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
- The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
Terms and Conditions
- Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together.
- All prices are in US Dollars.
- A non-refundable land deposit of $250 per person is required for coach tours. Deposits are required within 5 days of making the reservation. Early booking discounts require higher deposits.
- The final payment must be made by credit card no later than 80 days prior to departure date. If payment is not received as scheduled, the reservation will automatically cancel and deposit payment become forfeit.
- Once confirmed any revision to land tours will incur a $50 handling fee per booking. If clients cancel from one tour and rebook on another tour or another date, a cancellation fee may apply. Revisions are not permitted within 14 days of departure or once documents have been issued.
- Documents will be shipped by U.P.S. ground service approximately 21 days prior to departure provided full payment has been received. If documents are required earlier, sufficient notice id required to arrange for early delivery by regular service. Late bookings will incur an express service delivery charge.
