Unforgettable Britain

Unforgettable Britain

9 days – 8 nights

London, Stonehenge, Bath, Cardiff, Brecon, Chester, Liverpool, Edinburgh, York, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswold’s

Fun, Discovery, Culture, History

This program may be operated for individual or for groups

This is a suggested itinerary – Please call us to customize

Day 1: London

Arrive at your chosen London airport where you’ll be picked-up and transferred to your London hotel. At 2 pm, you will meet with your driver and guide in the hotel lobby before departing for a panoramic tour of London.

Discover the iconic landmarks, architectural and cultural diversity, and fascinating history that makes London the most visited city in the world. Your London sightseeing tour will take you on a non-stop procession of recognizable sights, including The Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Nelson’s Column, and Tower Bridge. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and drink at your hotel. Overnight and dinner at your London hotel. [B/D]

Day 2: London

This morning you will visit Kensington Palace, which has been the residence of the British Royal Family since the 17th century and currently houses several members of the family. The State Rooms are open to the public to be explored, the palace offers exhibits incorporating cutting-edge digital presentations, interactive experiences, and even audio sequences that bring to life the gatherings of gowns, antique furniture, and other memorabilia of notable residents of the palace. The balance of your day is free for personal sightseeing and shopping. Overnight in London. [B]

Option: Theatre tickets to a West End Show.

Day 3: London, Stonehenge, Bath, Cardiff

Today you will travel from London to Cardiff. As you travel through one of England’s most historical areas, enjoy an en-route visit to Stonehenge. See the giant stones and explore the visitor center to make up your own mind about how and why this mysterious stone circle came to be. Continue to the old Roman city of Bath and discover the Roman Baths, where well-preserved ruins bring Roman Britain to life. On arrival in Cardiff enjoy a panoramic tour and discover the old sites of Cardiff Castle alongside the futuristic architecture of the Cardiff Bay area and the Principality Stadium. Experience an unforgettable evening of Welsh hospitality in the historic surroundings of Cardiff Castle. Enjoy the best of Welsh entertainment, Welsh food and the warmest of welcomes from your hosts, who will entertain you with a selection of traditional and contemporary songs in both English and Welsh. Transfer back to your hotel. [B/D]

Day 4: Cardiff, Brecon Beacons National Park, Chester, Liverpool

Depart Cardiff and enjoy a scenic drive through Brecon Beacons National Park. From mountains to moorlands, the Brecon Beacons offer a stunning mixture of peaks and rolling hills as far as the eye can see. Stop on the border of England and Wales at Hayon-Wye - a bustling market town known as ‘the town of books’: for some free time. Then the black and white half-timbered houses and medieval buildings of Shrewsbury make it the perfect place for lunch under own arrangements. Your final sightseeing on this day is a walking tour of Chester where you will discover a treasure trove of Roman, medieval and Tudor architecture and history. Arrive in Liverpool and check into your hotel for the night. [B]

Day 5: Liverpool, Edinburg

This morning, visit The Beatles Story and discover everything you will ever need to know about the world’s greatest ever rock band at this award-winning attraction. The Beatles Story explores the lives, careers and times of The Beatles from their childhoods to world domination through fascinating exhibits and interactive themed areas. Leaving Liverpool head north through the Lake District – England’s largest National Park which is home to sixteen lakes and Scafell Pike, the highest peak in England. On the Scottish border, you will then stop at Gretna Green, where generations of couples have eloped to get married – Britain’s answer to Las Vegas! Continue to Edinburgh for dinner and overnight at the hotel. [B/D]

Day 6: Edinburgh

Today discover Edinburgh, the inspiring capital of Scotland, with a panoramic city tour. From the historical closes of the Old Town to the wide avenues of the New Town, explore an outstanding city of contrasts. See Calton Hill and its National Monument, rightfully giving Edinburgh its nickname: the “Athens of the North”. Visit Edinburgh Castle. Sited on top of an extinct volcano, gaining stunning views across the City of Edinburgh, the castle has witnessed many of the defining events of Scottish history and has dominated its surroundings with majesty for centuries. Spend the balance of the day at leisure. Dinner and entertainment at the Spirit of Scotland Show involving a rip-roaring evening of traditional Scottish song and dance accompanied by a great selection of quality Scottish food to delight your pallet. The resident band and traditional Scottish Dancers provide breath-taking performances for their audience and never fail to entertain. Return to the hotel for overnight. [B/D]

Day 7: Edinburgh, York

Travel from Edinburgh back to Northern England via the Scottish Borders. En-route stop for photos at the ruins of Hadrian’s Wall. Built in AD 122 by Roman Emperor Hadrian, the purpose of this 80-mile long defensive structure was to keep out the ‘Barbarians’ to the north. Continue to the historically important city of York. York was a roman garrison town, Viking stronghold and prosperous medieval city and aspects of all this can still be seen today. Your York walking tour will follow medieval city walls and snake through the narrow medieval passageways of the Shambles. Continue to York for a traditional dinner in a local pub. Overnight in York. [B/D]

Day 8: York, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswold’s, London

Travel from York to London. En-route visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace, the charming town of Stratford-upon-Avon, a distinctive 16th century, half-timbered house where the great Bard William Shakespeare lived for much of his life. Today the building is a literary shrine to millions of pilgrims every year and gives visitors a glimpse into his life and times. Leaving the Midlands, journey south through the Cotswold’s. Honey-colored limestone houses, historical market towns and rolling green hills represent an unspoiled idyll of quintessential England. Continue to London and enjoy your final evening at leisure. [B]

Day 9: London, USA

Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel. At the appointed time you’ll be picked-up for your transfer to the airport to board you flight back home.

[B] = Breakfast | [B/D] = Breakfast and Dinner

Tour includes

Arrival and departure transfers
8 nights’ accommodation
- London 3 nights
- Cardiff 1 night
- Liverpool 1 night
- Edinburgh 2 nights
- York 1 night
Meals:
- Daily full regional breakfast
- 3 dinners
- Welcome drink
Visits:
- Welsh Banquet at Cardiff Castle
- Roman Baths
- The Beatles’ Liverpool
- Kensington Palace
- Tour of Edinburgh Castle
- Brecon Beacons Nat’l Park,
- The Cotswold’s
- Kensington Palace
- Stonehenge
- Roman Baths
- The Beatles Story
- Edinburgh Castle
- Shakespeare’s Birthplace
- Sightseeing of:
- London
- Edinburgh
- Cardiff
- Walking tour of:
- Chester
- York
Modern vehicle with driver/guide
English speaking tour escort for groups
Porterage at hotels
Service charges and taxes

Not included in tour

Airfare between USA and United Kingdom
Airport taxes
Travel insurance
Meals not mentioned under inclusions
Tips to guides or drivers
Expenses of a personal nature
Any item not mentioned as “Included”

Hotels

Category	Hotel Name	Tripadvisor
Tourist Class
London	Luna & Simone	4.5
Cardiff	The Mynydd Lodge	5
Liverpool	Holiday Inn Centre	4.5
Edinburgh	Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor	4.5
York	Primrose Lodge	5
Tourist Class
London	Nadler Soho	5
Cardiff	Indigo	4.5
Liverpool	Staybridge Suites	4.5
Edinburgh	Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor	4.5
York	Ascot House	5
Tourist Class
London	Ambar Hotel Charing Cross	5
Cardiff	Voco St. Davis	4.5
Liverpool	Signature Living Hotel	5
Edinburgh	The Dunstane Houses	4.5
York	The Judges Lodging	4.5

Hotels will be confirmed at time of booking

Note: Additional nights in London available upon request

Prices

These programs can be customized for individuals and groups.

Changes to this program may be requested by phone (1855-55-TOURS) or using the web FIT Quote Request

Airfare

We also be glad to add the necessary airfare from your gateway so you take advantage of our special discounted leisure fares

Program

You may add or remove;

- Trip days
- Cities and sites
- Meals
Other options
- The program was designed with private services; however, we may substitute shared sightseeing where available
- If you prefer deluxe services we may operate this program including private driver, private guide and concierge service.

Quotation

Once we have designed the program the way you want we'll give you a quote within 2 business days.

Tour Code: GB08LON20XX

Options

Lunches and dinners can be arranged for individuals, families and groups at top restaurants or any restaurant requested by you.
We can revise the itinerary to spend more time and provide more depth in those areas that you are interested on.
Any other changes to the itinerary will be accommodated depending on the facilities available in the area.

Group Quotations

If you wish to use these programs for your group or as the basis for a customized journey please either call us (1-855-55-TOURS or use the web Group Quote Request.
In either case our specialists will work with to refine all the details and they will get you a quote with 2 business days. Quotes may be obtained for the air and land portions of just for the lad journey.
Booking both air an land with us will represent savings for you because of our buying power and longtime relationship with the airlines.
We will also may have the choice between regular fares and special leisure fares not available to the public.

Unforgettable Britain

Unforgettable Britain

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