Tour Code: FR7-004
Tour Duration: 7 Days 6 Nights.
Tour Themes: Kids-friendly, Luxury, Cultural Experience, Food
Tour Route: Paris
7 days Paris tour
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. As a local for a week | French modern lifestyle Feel the elegant life of French eleganceExperienceRomanticAesthetic color Running around may limit our ability to perceive. Just like travel, all the meaning of travel is not everything that we see, but from personal experience and perception.Want to avoid the fate of "tourist routine", go to France to go deep into a local life, feel the elegant life of French elegance, and experience a romantic aesthetic.Starting from wearingAlready led by French fashionista LeahLearn about the glamorous Parisian fashion wearDive into the BOBO upstarts in ParisUnderstand their current preferences and fashionThe Parisian who values the quality of life has a unique taste and aesthetic approach to all aspects of life. Follow the most authoritative understanding of the French social circle to learn the authentic French aesthetics of life, dining aesthetics, but you are full of noble charm.FragranceCustom exclusiveUse the right fragrance for yourselfIt’s like the same paintinga romantic love songCustomize your own fragrance in ParisLet the graceful ones bloom lifeHand cooking French cuisineGo close to the life of the localsStrolling around the market where Parisians love to gatherPick your favorite ingredientsCooking techniques for learning French cuisine from the chefMake a beautiful meal for yourselfGo to a private clubTaste the mix of fine French red wine and cheese. You can come to the park by the friends of three or five, and enjoy a leisurely romantic moment at the picnic area that has already been prepared for you.Retro fashionThe retro fashion experience is also indispensable for experiencing Paris life. Go to the antique market and collect the most European-style items. Art feastAppreciate a visual feast, the Parisian favorite art performance, the performance of the large and small theaters here, is another embodiment of the Parisian romanticism.
Tour Code: FR12-005
Tour Duration: 12 Days 11 Nights.
Tour Themes: Honeymoon, Cultural Experience, Summer, Flower
Tour Route: Paris-Monaco-Cannes-Marseille-Valensole-Gordes-Avignon
12 days Paris Monaco Cannes Marseille Valensole Gordes Avignon tour
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. Thumping in the midsummer lavender fields, love the slow-paced life of the blue coast Provence , which is bathed in the sun for nearly 300 days a year , will welcome a wave of lavender flowers in July-August .From now on, you will pick up my mood, get a visa, and wait for Southern France to be dyed into a fascinating purple. Walking with us in Southern France & Monaco, let the dark purple color render the midsummer. ▼ 01 / Travel to Southern France, Monaco & romantic Paris Follow us and go to Paris - Monaco - Cannes - Marseille - Valensole - Gordes - Avignon . Experience the Southern French style in depth.▼ 02 / To say romance, the one who knows you best is Paris. When I came to France, I didn’t go to Paris to punch cards, but I could call it complete. The water of the Seine at sunset, like a smooth silk, is quiet and gentle. The Eiffel Tower stands on the banks of the Seine, like a proud princess.To say romance, the one who knows you the most is Paris. Holding coffee, walking in the old house between the high and low, the old style makes people think that they walked into the postcard. After entering the night, the neon lights turned this into a fireworks world, and could not help but fall into the romantic network of Paris.▼ 03 / Provence: Intoxicated with summer lavender flowers In the 1990s, Aunt Qiong Yao used the "A Dream of a Dream" to evoke the desire of countless girls for Provence in France. Although the work itself has no connotation, the romance of Provence's lavender flowers is real.The southern part of France has a pleasant climate, a long coastline and plenty of sunshine throughout the year. Nearly 300 days a year, Provence is shining in the sun, and in the summer, it opens a curtain of purple dreams.Let the heart beat, and the unique aroma of lavender, thyme, pine, etc. in the air. Stand in the purple sea of Provence and enjoy the natural aroma that you can't easily find elsewhere.▼ 04 / Grand Canyon Area of Provence The beauty of Provence is more than lavender, and the scent of blue in the Grand Canyon is equally dreamy. Explore the Sanctuary Lake in the canyon, the spring city above the turbulent waters, and feel the worry-free lifestyle of Meyer.▼ 05 / Monaco: Extravagant pocket small country Monaco is located in the south of France. It is surrounded by France in the north, west and east. It is one of the rare "China". When you come to the south of France, why not set foot on this small pocket country and experience its magnificent luxury tone?There are two faces here: medieval streets, royal palaces, famous big casinos and luxury hotels. The palatial Monte Carlo Casino is like a palace full of luxury.Take a bus and visit the F1 Museum and experience the speed and passion on the F1 track.▼ 06 / Arles : Looking for Van Gogh's sunflowers Follow the footsteps of Van Gogh and travel to the sunny southern town of Arles. In the midsummer, the dazzling sunflower flower field inspires Van Gogh's inspiration and draws the hand-painted painting "Sunflower".Facing the sun, the endless sunflowers make people feel the vitality of life. The slow pace of the small town of Arles will also bring you long-lost comfort.▼ 07 / Marseille: Millennium Old City, the capital of Provence For thousands of years, Eastern goods have entered the Western market from Marseille. Rich Mediterranean style and romantic French temperament, as well as a hint of North African atmosphere... This wonderful exotic atmosphere is the charm of Marseille.Marseille is cool, sweet and lazy: in the old port of Marseille, the white sails and the shadows of the flowing water, the wide blue sky, the French posters on the pier, the beautiful baby in the stroller and their elegant mothers. Remind you that this is the Marseille of Provence.The most amazing scenery in Marseille is not only the Church of Our Lady of the Peak, but also the natural fjord on the Mediterranean coast. It is full of cliffs, rock formations, and the sea is as clear and bright as sapphire, and it will last forever. This trip allows you to arrange a fjord walk or arrange a boat trip.▼ 08 / the French's Private ParadiseIt is the history of Southern France in 2000 along the stone road; the curved alley is covered with vegetation to cover the entire wall; the winding path, the lazy coffee aroma... We'll reveal the French's private paradise for you, and experience the slow pace of life in the beauty of the small crowd .▼ 09 / Antibes Town: Tracking the Footsteps of Masters What kind of beauty is it that will make the masters Picasso and Cézanne all dream about the soul of Antibes? In 1946, Picasso came to South France with his lover. Here they are amazed by the beautiful and blue coastline.▼ 10 / The most beautiful village in France: Stone Town Gordes, a true stone city, is known as the most beautiful village in France. Most of the town's architectural cities were built in the Middle Ages, and all the houses, trails, and urban walls are built with stone.Looking up from time to time, I will see the town residents through the window. Walk through it and experience the slow life of South France.
Tour Code: UK10-007
Tour Duration: 10 Days 9 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: London-Newport-Waterford-Dublin-Edinburgh-York
10 Days England & Ireland Tour Itinerary
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 10 Days England & Ireland Tour ItineraryDAY 1Arrive in London, EnglandWelcome to London! Tour guides will be waiting to welcome you. After checking into your hotel and an afternoon at leisure we recommend our optional Taste of London excursion with dinner followed by a guided illuminations cruise on the River Thames.DAY 2London–Stonehenge–Salisbury–Bath–Newport, WalesMeet your Tour Director and traveling companions and depart London at 8 am for a memorable day’s sightseeing. Try to figure out the riddle of STONEHENGE; take a stroll in picturesque Salisbury with its vast cathedral, the ultimate in Early English Gothic; and, in the elegant Georgian city of Bath, see the amazing excavations of the ROMAN BATHS. Cross the River Severn for a late-afternoon arrival in Wales. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Breakfast, Dinner)Stonehenge"Built in several stages starting around 3,000 BC, Stonehenge remains one of humankind’s biggest mysteries. While science is still trying to determine the purpose behind this famous prehistoric monument, it is generally assumed to be some sort of astronomical observatory that reflects the changing trajectory of the sun through the sky and the seasons"DAY 3Newport–Cardiff–Waterford, IrelandA morning orientation drive in the Welsh capital features all the major attractions. Then, take a guided tour of CARDIFF CASTLE, and discover its history of invasions, abductions, and conflicts over the past 2,000 years. Continue along the South Wales coast to Pembroke, where your FERRY will be waiting. Sail across St. George’s Channel to Rosslare on the Emerald Isle and proceed to Waterford, a stronghold founded by the Danish Vikings in 853. After dinner this evening, enjoy a traditional IRISH COFFEE. (Breakfast, Dinner)DAY 4Waterford–Avoca–Glendalough–DublinThis morning, enjoy a guided tour of the HOUSE OF WATERFORD CRYSTAL, and at Avoca, visit Ireland’s oldest HANDWEAVING MILL and watch the WEAVERS at work. Travel on to GLENDALOUGH, the early Christian monastic site founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. See the engaging audiovisual Ireland of the Monasteries, then let your Local Guide show you the remains of this ecclesiastical settlement. On arrival in Dublin, top the day with an optional Irish cabaret evening including dinner, dance, song, and laughter. (Breakfast)DAY 5DublinAn orientation drive in Ireland’s capital city includes statue-lined O’Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Then, visit Oscar Wilde’s TRINITY COLLEGE, famous for the 1,200-year-old Book of Kells and the magnificent Old Library. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight, maybe take in an optional dinner outing to the Guinness Storehouse. (Breakfast)DAY 6Dublin–Belfast, Northern Ireland–Edinburgh, ScotlandOn your way to Northern Ireland, cross the River Boyne, then skirt the Mountains of Mourne. In Belfast, where the Titanic was built, take in the city’s vibrant history and view the impressive City Hall. Next, board your FERRY to cross the North Channel to Cairnryan on Scotland’s southwest coast and continue through the scenic Scottish border country to Edinburgh. Tonight, relax and enjoy our optional Scottish evening with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and the Ceremony of the Haggis. (Breakfast)DAY 7EdinburghMorning city sightseeing with a local expert introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town” and famous scientists, inventors, and novelists. In the “Old Town,” drive up the narrow Royal Mile to EDINBURGH CASTLE to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. A small SPECIALTY TREAT will add to your stay in the Scottish capital. The afternoon is free to enjoy the Scottish capital at your own pace. Later, a unique optional excursion: board the former Royal Yacht Britannia, and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. For departure numbers July 30 through August 15, tickets are included for tonight’s performance of the world-renowned MILITARY TATTOO, a vast spectacle of massed Scottish pipe bands that takes place in an arena on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle. (Breakfast)DAY 8Edinburgh–York, EnglandThis morning, drive past the abbey ruins at Jedburgh and the house of Mary, Queen of Scots, into wild Northumberland National Park. Later, see a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes. In York, England’s most complete medieval city, stand in awe in front of the great structure of York Minster, then follow your Tour Director through a maze of quaint streets, including the narrow Shambles. (Breakfast, Dinner)DAY 9York–Stratford-Upon-Avon–LondonOn the last leg of your journey, stop at Stratford-upon-Avon. Take your pictures of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, visit SHAKESPEARE’S BIRTHPLACE, and enjoy lunchtime exploring this fascinating Elizabethan town at your own pace. On return to London at about 3:30 pm, a Shownight Theater Evening would be an incredible finale to your vacation. (Breakfast)DAY 10 London
Tour Code: UK15-008
Tour Duration: 15 Days 14 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: London-Cardiff-Waterford-Kenmare-Dublin-Liverpool-Edinburgh-York-Warwick-
15 Days England, Ireland & Scotland Tour
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 15 Days England, Ireland & Scotland TourDay 1 - Depart from the USABoard your overnight transatlantic flight.Day 2 - Arrive in London, EnglandAfter checking into the hotel, the day is at leisure.Holiday Inn Kensington ForumDay 3 - London / Stonehenge / Cardiff, WalesHead out for a visit to Stonehenge. On to visit to the Roman Baths, then cross the Severn Bridge to Cardiff. See the city sights and enjoy a Welcome Pub Reception with a traditional Welsh pub meal. (Breakfast, Welcome Reception with a traditional pub meal and drinks)Park Inn Hotel Cardiff City CentreDay 4 - Cardiff / Waterford, IrelandAfter a morning at leisure, board the ferry for Rosslare in Ireland and on to Waterford. (Breakfast, Dinner)MarinaDay 5 - Waterford / Blarney / KenmareVisit the Waterford Crystal Showrooms, a Local Specialty, then on to visit Blarney Castle. Continue to Kenmare. (Breakfast)Kenmare BayDay 6 - Ring of Kerry ExcursionThis morning, drive around the beautiful Ring of Kerry. Tonight, gather for a Be My Guest dinner at a working dairy farm. (Breakfast, Be My Guest Dinner)Kenmare BayDay 7 - Kenmare / Cashel / DublinStop and visit the impressive Rock of Cashel as you head to Dublin. (Breakfast)Maldron Cardiff LaneDay 8 - Dublin Sightseeing & Free TimeOn a morning tour, see the Book of Kells in Trinity College. Then visit the Guinness Brewery for a Unique Insight, a pint-pulling demonstration. (Breakfast)Maldron Cardiff LaneDay 9 - Dublin / Liverpool, EnglandCross the Irish Sea by ferry. Travel to Chester for a walking tour. In Liverpool, savor a Highlight Dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast, Highlight Dinner)Jurys Inn LiverpoolDay 10 - Liverpool / Edinburgh, ScotlandTravel to the Lake District and stop in Grasmere. On to Gretna Green, and finally arrive in Edinburgh. During the Edinburgh Festival, tickets are included to the Military Tattoo. (Breakfast)Holyrood HotelDay 11 - Edinburgh Sightseeing & Free TimeMorning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes a visit to the apartments in Edinburgh Castle. (Breakfast)Holyrood HotelDay 12 - Edinburgh / York, EnglandTraveling south, see the medieval town of Alnwick. In York, take a walking tour of the city sights. (Breakfast)Holiday InnDay 13 - York / Stratford-Upon-Avon / WarwickSee Anne Hathaway's cottage and visit Shakespeare's birthplace. Then head to your hotel for a Farewell Dinner with wine. (Breakfast, Farewell Dinner with Wine)Hilton Hotel WarwickDay 14 - Warwick / LondonThere's time to explore Warwick. Then in Bladon, see Sir Winston Churchill's grave. After a stop in Oxford for a guided walk, return to London. (Breakfast)Holiday Inn Kensington ForumDay 15 - Depart LondonYou will be transferred to the airport (conditions apply), where your vacation ends. (Breakfast)
Tour Code: UK20-008
Tour Duration: 20 Days 19 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: London-Warwick-York-Edinburgh-Inverness-Glasgow-Liverpool-Dublin-Limerick-Tralee-Waterfor-Cardiff-Plymouth
20 Days Best of British Isles Tour
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 20 Days Best of British Isles TourDAY 1Arrive in London, EnglandWelcome to London! Tour guides are available to help you make the most of your stay.DAY 2LondonMorning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes all the famous landmarks: the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben beside the River Thames, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall’s mounted horseguards and the Prime Minister’s Downing Street, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Highlights are a visit to ST. PAUL’S CATHEDRAL and the ceremonial pageantry of the Changing of the Guard, if held. This afternoon, why not join an optional excursion to Windsor Castle or the Tower of London, and later, maybe an optional dinner followed by a cruise on the River Thames. (Breakfast)Changing of the Guard"Changing the Guard dates to Henry VII (reigned 1485-1509) and was designed to show military discipline as well as ceremony. The tall bearskin hats were introduced in the 18th century to make the soldiers look taller and thus more frightening, and they were adopted for ceremonial use in 1832. The ceremony we know today started in the late 1800s and involves real soldiers who fulfill all military duties, guarding the Queen being just part of their service."Tower of London"Since its founding in the 11th century, the Tower of London has served many roles: impregnable fortress, royal residence, armory, treasury, home of the famed Crown Jewels, and a prison for those who offended the monarchy. To this day it is guarded by the “Beefeaters,” a name that likely originates from when Tower guards were paid part of their salary with chunks of beef, a practice that continued until the 1800s."Houses of Parliament"Big Ben may be the most famous feature of the Houses of Parliament, but equally impressive is the hammerbeam ceiling of Westminster Hall. The Hall dates back to 1097 and, at that time, the roof was supported by pillars. During the reign of King Richard II (14th century), however, it was replaced by the hammerbeam roof seen today. This roof – its beauty and sustainability – is even more impressive when you know its history. It was built with beams made from trees that were ancient at the time, reputedly acorns, dating back to the 6th century (or earlier). If only these walls (beams, rather) could talk!"Buckingham Palace"Amid the splendor of modern cities it’s hard to imagine what places looked like before they became what we know today. In a previous incarnation, the ground where Buckingham Palace now stands was a mulberry garden cultivated by King James I as food for silkworms. The silk industry he hoped to nurture never materialized, and eventually a roadhouse was built there, followed in due course by the Blake House, Goring House and Arlington House.Originally known as the Buckingham House, built as a townhouse by the Duke of Buckingham in 1709, the estate was acquired by King George III in 1762."DAY 3London–Oxford–Stratford-Upon-Avon–WarwickMeet your Tour Director and traveling companions and depart London at 8 am for a lovely day of sightseeing: a special visit to admire the breathtaking ORNAMENTAL GARDENS of Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace; Runnymede, site of the sealing of the Magna Carta; and a walking tour in the university city of Oxford. At Stratford-upon-Avon, visit SHAKESPEARE’S BIRTHPLACE and take your pictures of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Breakfast, Dinner)DAY 4Warwick–YorkA spectacular start to the day with a special, pre-public-opening guided tour of magnificent WARWICK CASTLE. Marvel at the opulent Great Hall and State Rooms, and visit the former private apartments. Later, in York, stand in awe in front of the great Minster, then follow your Tour Director through a maze of quaint streets, including the narrow Shambles. (Breakfast, Dinner)DAY 5York–Abbotsford–Edinburgh, ScotlandSee a section of Hadrian’s Wall, and in Jedburgh, take pictures of the abbey ruins and the house of Mary, Queen of Scots. Then, take a guided tour of Sir Walter Scott’s newly refurbished ABBOTSFORD HOUSE, and after the tour, enjoy a CUP OF TEA and SHORTBREAD at the brand new visitors’ center. Spend the next two nights in Edinburgh, the Scottish capital. Tonight, consider an optional Scottish evening with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and the Ceremony of the Haggis. (Breakfast)DAY 6EdinburghMorning city sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town” and famous scientists, inventors, and novelists. In the “Old Town,” drive up the narrow Royal Mile to EDINBURGH CASTLE to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels, then explore HOLYROOD PALACE (except when the Queen is in residence). Later, a unique optional experience: board the former Royal Yacht Britannia to see how the Royal Family and crew of 240 lived and worked on board. Dinner rounds off this optional evening. For departures July 28 through August 18, tickets are included for tonight’s performance of the world-renowned MILITARY TATTOO. (Breakfast)DAY 7Edinburgh–St. Andrews–Braemar–InvernessDrive over the elegant Forth Road Bridge and through Fife to St. Andrews, whose Royal and Ancient Golf Club has given us the rules of golfing. Then, through Braemar, home of the Royal Highland Games, to BALMORAL CASTLE (when available). Overnight at Inverness, the Highland capital. (Breakfast, Dinner)DAY 8Inverness–Fort William–GlasgowAt CULLODEN VISITOR CENTRE, hear the story of the crushing Hanoverian victory over Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Scottish clans. Then, enjoy a day full of Highland splendor: Loch Ness with its mysterious monster, Fort William beneath Ben Nevis, Loch Linnhe, and haunting Glen Coe. Motor across wild Rannoch Moor to the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond for a CRUISE on the loch before heading south to Glasgow. (Breakfast, Dinner)DAY 9Glasgow–Lake District, England–LiverpoolOn the way through the Lowland Hills, stop at Gretna Green, where the blacksmith used to wed runaway couples. Enter the beautiful Lake District and visit Grasmere, home of poet William Wordsworth. In Liverpool, visit the award-winning BEATLES STORY, an atmospheric journey into the life, times, culture, and music of the “Fab Four.” (Breakfast)Gretna Green"There are many legends of love that surround Gretna Green – the first town encountered across the Scottish border. For centuries, Gretna Green has been synonymous with elopement and blacksmith marriages, although marriage by a blacksmith is more legend than fact. Until the 18th century, church marriages among the lower classes in Europe were almost unheard of. Instead, lower class weddings were usually looked at as “marriage by declaration.” When England passed the Marriage Act of 1754, establishing church weddings as the only legal form of marriage, a sudden industry began over the border in Scotland, where couples could still wed by declaration. Scottish “blacksmith priests” began working in pubs and inns and the eloping couples came in droves."DAY 10Liverpool–North Wales–Dublin, IrelandCross the border into North Wales and drive to lovely Betws-y-Coed and through the incomparable landscapes of Snowdonia National Park. After a stop at tongue-twisting Llanfair..., board your FERRY at Holyhead for the crossing to Dublin. (Breakfast)DAY 11DublinAn orientation drive in the Irish capital includes statue-lined O’Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Then, visit Oscar Wilde’s TRINITY COLLEGE, famous for the 1,200-year-old Book of Kells and the magnificent Old Library. Maybe take in an optional dinner outing to the Guinness Storehouse? (Breakfast)DAY 12Dublin–Kildare–LimerickAcross the Curragh to the IRISH NATIONAL STUD at Kildare. On the way to Limerick, see the Rock of Cashel, Tipperary, and on arrival, an orientation drive acquaints you with St. Mary’s Cathedral, King John’s Castle, and the stone where the Treaty of Limerick was signed in 1691. Tonight, an optional banquet at Bunratty Castle. (Breakfast)DAY 13Limerick. West Coast ExcursionA breathtaking view of the Clare coast from the 668-foot CLIFFS OF MOHER, then a drive across the limestone plateau of The Burren to the port city of Galway. Next, a real Irish farm experience at RATHBAUN FARM. Try your hand at scone making, and learn from the farmer about sheep shearing and dog whistling. Afterwards, enjoy COFFEE and your SCONES, fresh from the oven. (Breakfast)DAY 14Limerick–Adare–Ring of Kerry–TraleeVia quaint Adare with its pretty thatched cottages, and Killorglin on Dingle Bay, join the spectacular RING OF KERRY for a 100-mile panoramic drive around the island’s southwestern tip. Take your photos of the Lakes of Killarney, then spend some time in this resort town before arriving in Tralee. (Breakfast, Dinner)DAY 15Tralee–Blarney–WaterfordMorning visit to Blarney, renowned for its magical Kissing Stone. Time for lunch, to walk up to the castle, and to shop for traditional Irish handicrafts. In the afternoon, proceed via Cork to Waterford, a stronghold founded by the Danish Vikings, where you join a guided tour of the HOUSE OF WATERFORD CRYSTAL. (Breakfast, Dinner)DAY 16Waterford–Cardiff, WalesBy FERRY from Rosslare across St. George’s Channel to Pembroke and a drive through South Wales. Tonight’s optional excursion is to Cardiff Castle for an evening of Welsh entertainment and dinner. (Breakfast)DAY 17Cardiff–Bath, England–Glastonbury–PlymouthFirst this morning, Georgian Bath, with time to explore the amazing excavations of the ROMAN BATHS, then focus on King Arthur’s Glastonbury. Visit pretty Widecombe-in-the-Moor as you head across Dartmoor to Plymouth, your destination for the next two nights. (Breakfast)DAY 18Plymouth. Cornwall ExcursionCross the River Tamar on your way to the pretty shark-fishing village and former smugglers’ port of Looe. Back in Plymouth, a leisurely afternoon. See the Mayflower Steps, where the Pilgrim Fathers embarked in 1620, and hear about Sir Francis Drake. Maybe an optional cruise on Plymouth Sound. (Breakfast, Dinner)DAY 19Plymouth–Stonehenge–Salisbury–LondonTwo sightseeing highlights on the last leg of your journey: first, try to figure out the intriguing riddle of STONEHENGE, then stroll through pretty Salisbury with its vast cathedral. Return to London around 4 pm. How about celebrating the success of your vacation by taking in one of the great West End shows? (Breakfast)Stonehenge"Built in several stages starting around 3,000 BC, Stonehenge remains one of humankind’s biggest mysteries. While science is still trying to determine the purpose behind this famous prehistoric monument, it is generally assumed to be some sort of astronomical observatory that reflects the changing trajectory of the sun through the sky and the seasons"DAY 20London
Tour Code: UK7-009
Tour Duration: 7 Days 6 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: London-Avon-Bath-Brighton-
7 Days Best of Southern Uk Tour Itinerary
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 7 Days Best of Southern Uk Tour ItineraryDAY 1Arrive in London, EnglandDAY 2LondonAfter a hearty English breakfast, morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes all the famous landmarks: the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben beside the River Thames, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall’s mounted horseguards and the Prime Minister’s Downing Street, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Highlights are a visit to ST. PAUL’S CATHEDRAL and the ceremonial pageantry of the Changing of the Guard, if held. Free time in the afternoon for independent activities or to join an optional excursion to Windsor Castle or the Tower of London with its fabulous Crown Jewels. Later, maybe an optional dinner followed by a cruise on the River Thames? (Breakfast)Changing of the Guard"Changing the Guard dates to Henry VII (reigned 1485-1509) and was designed to show military discipline as well as ceremony. The tall bearskin hats were introduced in the 18th century to make the soldiers look taller and thus more frightening, and they were adopted for ceremonial use in 1832. The ceremony we know today started in the late 1800s and involves real soldiers who fulfill all military duties, guarding the Queen being just part of their service."Tower of London"Since its founding in the 11th century, the Tower of London has served many roles: impregnable fortress, royal residence, armory, treasury, home of the famed Crown Jewels, and a prison for those who offended the monarchy. To this day it is guarded by the “Beefeaters,” a name that likely originates from when Tower guards were paid part of their salary with chunks of beef, a practice that continued until the 1800s."Houses of Parliament"Big Ben may be the most famous feature of the Houses of Parliament, but equally impressive is the hammerbeam ceiling of Westminster Hall. The Hall dates back to 1097 and, at that time, the roof was supported by pillars. During the reign of King Richard II (14th century), however, it was replaced by the hammerbeam roof seen today. This roof – its beauty and sustainability – is even more impressive when you know its history. It was built with beams made from trees that were ancient at the time, reputedly acorns, dating back to the 6th century (or earlier). If only these walls (beams, rather) could talk!"Buckingham Palace"Amid the splendor of modern cities it’s hard to imagine what places looked like before they became what we know today. In a previous incarnation, the ground where Buckingham Palace now stands was a mulberry garden cultivated by King James I as food for silkworms. The silk industry he hoped to nurture never materialized, and eventually a roadhouse was built there, followed in due course by the Blake House, Goring House and Arlington House.Originally known as the Buckingham House, built as a townhouse by the Duke of Buckingham in 1709, the estate was acquired by King George III in 1762."DAY 3London–Hampton Court–Oxford–Stratford-Upon-AvonMeet your Tour Director and traveling companions and depart at 8 am for a lovely day of sightseeing. First, a special visit to admire the ORNAMENTAL GARDENS of Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace. Your Tour Director will take you on a walk through the breathtaking grounds. Then, drive through Runnymede, site of the sealing of the Magna Carta, and take a stroll in Oxford to see the colleges where Britain’s elite receives its outstanding education. Arrive in Stratford-upon-Avon in good time to take your pictures of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and visit SHAKESPEARE’S BIRTHPLACE. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Breakfast, Dinner)DAY 4Stratford-Upon-Avon–Broadway–BathA particularly scenic day. Enjoy vistas of the Cotswold Hills as you travel to the Elizabethan village of Broadway. On to Wales for a drive through the beautiful Wye Valley to the romantic ruins of 12th-century Tintern Abbey. Stop here for TEA and SCONES at an historic inn. Cross the 3,240-foot Severn Road Bridge, and in elegant Georgian Bath, see the amazing excavations of the ROMAN BATHS, with time to explore further on your own. This evening, consider an optional excursion to the picture-book 13th-century village of Castle Combe. (Breakfast)DAY 5Bath–Stonehenge–Salisbury–BrightonTry to unravel the mystery of prehistoric STONEHENGE on the drive across Salisbury Plain, then stroll through the picturesque city of Salisbury with its magnificent cathedral, the ultimate in Early English Gothic architecture. Pause in the town of Arundel, dominated by its huge castle, home of the Duke of Norfolk, before arriving in the Regency seaside resort of Brighton. A unique highlight: a tour of the exotic ROYAL PAVILION, the lavish oriental palace built for the Prince Regent in the early 1800s. (Breakfast, Dinner)Stonehenge"Built in several stages starting around 3,000 BC, Stonehenge remains one of humankind’s biggest mysteries. While science is still trying to determine the purpose behind this famous prehistoric monument, it is generally assumed to be some sort of astronomical observatory that reflects the changing trajectory of the sun through the sky and the seasons"DAY 6Brighton–Tunbridge Wells–LondonStart the day with a visit to Royal Tunbridge Wells, a beautiful Georgian spa town, on your way to magnificent moated LEEDS CASTLE, which Lord Conway called “the loveliest castle in the world.” Take a leisurely stroll in the landscaped gardens, and admire the lavish state apartments where international summit meetings have been hosted. Return to London around 3:30 pm. How about celebrating the end of your vacation by taking in one of the great West End shows? (Breakfast)DAY 7LondonYour vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
Tour Code: UK7-010
Tour Duration: 7 Days 6 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: London-Paris
