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Day 1:
Your tour departs from your hotel at 2:00 PM to see the splendors of Windsor Castle, a residence of the King, and the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group, then dine and explore this intriguing medieval town as you wish this evening.
Day 2:
Travel to Blenheim Palace, the magnificent country house once home to Winston Churchill and often seen as the setting for popular TV shows and movies; tour the house and explore the gardens. Set off on a drive through the rolling hills of the quintessentially English Cotswolds, with charming villages and colorful gardens. Arrive in Bath, a striking city of honey-colored Georgian buildings with an ancient heritage. Take a walking tour of the city before visiting the famed Roman Baths. Dine at your hotel this evening.
(B, D)
Day 3:
Visit prehistoric Stonehenge and marvel at the vast monoliths mysteriously erected 5,000 years ago. Enjoy free time for lunch and sightseeing in the medieval city of Salisbury. Along with charming local shops, Salisbury boasts a splendid 13th-century cathedral housing the world’s oldest working clock. Back at your hotel in Bath, your evening is free to do as you wish.
(B)
Day 4:
Visit Winchester, where some say the legendary King Arthur had his roundtable. Then, delve into nautical life at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, where you can step aboard some of Britain’s most notable ships, and see the Mary Rose, King Henry VIII’s favorite. This 16th-century warship was sunk in battle in 1545 but raised from the seabed after 400 years; it’s now a fascinating time capsule of maritime history, offering insight into the daily life of the era. Head on to your country house hotel and enjoy dinner with your group.
(B, D)
Day 5:
Drive through the picturesque Kent countryside, known as the “Garden of England” with its rolling hills and charming villages. Arrive in the beautiful city of Canterbury. Take time to explore its medieval center before visiting its imposing cathedral and hearing of its enthralling tales. Then go on to your hotel for dinner.
(B, D)
Day 6:
At romantic Leeds Castle in Kent, once called “the loveliest castle in the world”, tour the storybook structure complete with a moat and colorful gardens. Travel on to London for a panoramic tour viewing some of London’s highlights: the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, London Eye, Parliament and Big Ben. Say farewell to your group over a drink at the hotel and enjoy the rest of your evening independently.
(B)
Day 7:
Visit Kensington Palace, the home of the Prince and Princess of Wales, William and Kate. Next, savor a light lunch, and then the rest of the day is yours to explore the amazing city of London as you wish.
(B, L)
Day 8:
Your program ends after breakfast.
(B)
B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner
All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour
operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material
provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates
are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices
on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors,
omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
confirm availability and pricing.
CIE Tours
Authentic Local Experiences:
- Visit Blenheim Palace - the birthplace of Winston Churchill, it gives insight into the real world that inspired Downton Abbey.
- Explore Portsmouth's Historic Dockyard; at the height of the British Empire, it was the world's greatest naval port.
- Visit Kensington Palace, the childhood home of Queen Victoria and home to many notable royals over the last 300 years.
Trip Highlights:
- Stonehenge
- Kensington Palace
- Blenheim Palace
- Roman Baths
- Canterbury Cathedral
- Windsor Castle
Dining Experiences:
- 7 Breakfasts (B), 1 Lunches (L) and 3 Dinners (D)
Hotels:
- Castle Hotel Windsor | Windsor (1)
- DoubleTree by Hilton Bath | Bath (2)
- Buxted Park | East Sussex (1)
- Chilston Park Hotel | Maidstone (1)
- 100 Queen's Gate Hotel London, Curio Collection | London (2)
All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour
operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material
provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates
are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices
on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors,
omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
confirm availability and pricing.
