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Experience the Best of Britain on this 5 Day Tour. Visit Stratford-upon-Avon, York, Edinburgh, the Lake District, Liverpool, Chester, Cardiff, Bath and Stonehenge.

 
Included Highlights
 Edinburgh: A hush descends and eyes turn to the castle, framed by flickering torch light. The skirl of the pipes rises and drums crack the night air. A tide of tunics and tartan flood from the drawbridge. In their hundreds, wave upon wave of massed bands,
 4 full breakfasts
 Stratford: Discover the fascinating story of William Shakespeare's early years. Inside the timber-framed building where the world's most famous playwright was born and grew up, peruse the interesting artefacts and memorabilia relating to the great Bard
 A Welcome Reception with drinks and Welcome Dinner
 Escorted by one of Insight's expert Tour Directors
 Stonehenge: Visit the mysterious circle of upright stones, which stands as strong today as it did 3500 years ago.
 Bath: Visit the ancient Roman Baths with its colonnaded pool filled by natural thermal springs.
 

Day 1 From London to Stratford and Medieval York

Drive to Stratford-upon-Avon to visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Head north to York and walk inside the city walls to see the crooked ‘Shambles' and York Minster. Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Reception with drinks and dinner.
Hotel: Hilton York
Welcome Reception and Dinner

Day 2 Over the Border to Edinburgh, Athens of the North

Pass the ruined Jedburgh Abbey, en route to Edinburgh. Sightseeing with a local expert shows Edinburgh Castle and Holyroodhouse Palace at the end of the Royal Mile. Cross over to Princes Street past the Sir Walter Scott Monument to explore the elegant New Town. This evening, selected departures attend the Military Tattoo.
Hotel: G & V Royal Mile Hotel, Edinburgh
Full Breakfast

Day 3 To the Lake District and on to Liverpool

Drive via Gretna Green, where many an eloping English couple have married, then continue to the beautiful English Lake District. Visit the grave of William Wordsworth before reaching lively Liverpool.
Hotel: Atlantic Tower by Thistle, Liverpool
Full Breakfast

Day 4 Travel to Roman Chester and on to Cardiff

First stop is at the former Roman fortress town of Chester. Walk along part of the city walls, see the Eastgate Clock, Cathedral, unique black and white ‘Rows' and remains of the Roman Amphitheatre. After some time to explore, cross into Southern Wales and head for the capital of Cardiff.
Hotel: Thistle Cardiff City Centre/Mercure Cardiff Holland House
Full Breakfast

Day 5 On to Georgian Bath, Stonehenge and London

Cross the Severn Bridge back into England. Visit the ancient Roman baths and see the 15th century Abbey in the city of Bath, before continuing towards Salisbury Plain for a visit to Stonehenge. Take the smooth motorway back to London.
Full Breakfast

 

Tour Starts: 7.15am, The Grosvenor Victoria

Tour Finishes: 6.30pm (on Thursday)

Please Note that Tour Prices vary depending on departure date:

Twin-share accommodation is included in the price (single room supplement applies). This tour is not suitable for children under 5 years.

Please note - Once booked, this tour is non-refundable, and you will require a printed copy of your ticket.

 
Departures: Send to friend

Duration: 5 days

Language: English

Amount of Walking: Moderate

Tour operates on the following days:

Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun
Summer 2016
(1 May - 2 Oct)
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Price:

Adults : $ 2.00

Seniors (60+)/Students (with ID) : $ 2.00