Scenic England

Tour Highlights

Enjoy England at its most beautiful on this amazing tour. From man-made wonders at Windsor Castle and Stonehenge, the Mayflower steps in Plymouth and the Roman Baths in Bath to the natural beauty of the Salisbury Plain, Cotswold Hills, English Lake District and Yorkshire Dales .

Day 1- London Runnymede Stonehenge Salisbury Plymouth

We drive to Runnymede where the Magna Carta was signed and then catch a glimpse of Windsor Castle. We continue on to Stonehenge before we have views of Salisbury Cathedral with the tallest spire in the UK. Finally we arrive in the naval port of Plymouth where we will enjoy a Welcome Drink and dinner with our Tour Director and fellow travellers. (Dinner)
Hotel: Jurys Inn

Day 2- Plymouth Tintagel Clovelly - Bideford

Our first stop today is in Tintagel where we see the ruined castle. Then we follow the coast to Clovelly with its steep cobbled streets and picturesque cottages before arriving in the ancient seaport of Bideford. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Durrant House

Day 3- Bideford - Bath - Stratford-upon-Avon

We drive to Glastonbury where we visit the abbey ruins before continuing to Georgian Bath where we visit the Roman Baths. Then a scenic drive through the Cotswolds countryside brings us to Stratford-upon-Avon where we visit Shakespeare's birthplace and see Anne Hathaway's cottage. (Full breakfast)
Hotel: Thistle

Day 4- Stratford - Wedgwood - Liverpool

We enjoy a visit to the Wedgwood Pottery Centre on our journey to Chester where our Tour Director shows us the ancient city walls, the Tudor Rows and a Hidden Treasure before continuing to our hotel in Liverpool. (Full breakfast)
Hotel: Jurys Inn

Day 5- Liverpool - Lake District York

We drive to the English Lake District. Then across the Yorkshire Dales to York and a walking tour to visit the Shambles, see the Mansion House, Stonegate and Petergate, and, of course, the magnificent York Minster. Later we enjoy a Farewell Dinner together with our Tour Director and fellow travellers. (Full breakfast / Farewell dinner)
Hotel: Holiday Inn

Day 6 - York - Sherwood Forest - London

This morning we pass by the area of Sherwood Forest, associated with the legendary hero, Robin Hood. Then on to the university city of Cambridge where we will see the architecture of King's College Chapel. We are back in London by the early evening as our tour comes to an end. (Full breakfast)

Optional Extras

• Pre or post tour accommodation in London.

Tour Itinerary

Prices

Dates and Rates

Departs London every Sun throughout the 2010 Summer season.

• Prices are per person land only based on 2 people sharing a twin room.
• Please ask for flight quotes from your preferred airport of departure.
• Please ask for pricing in other currencies.

What's Included

• First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
• Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
• The services of one of a professional Tour Director.
• The services of a Travel Representative at your London hotel.
• A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.
• 8 meals in total (As per daily itinerary: 5 full English breakfasts, 2 three-course dinners, Farewell Dinner with wine in York ).

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