England: 10-Day Tour with London, Stonehenge, and York
ID: GYG845275-1336835
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
10 days
Description
Explore England on a 10-day tour with a local guide. Visit London, Stonehenge, Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon, York, and the Lake District.
Embark on a 10-day tour of England and Scotland, visiting iconic landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Stonehenge, and Edinburgh Castle. Enjoy a private tour of the Tower of London, explore the Lake District, and cruise on Ullswater Lake.
Day 1: Arrival in London
Check in at a 5-star hotel near Buckingham Palace and enjoy a lavish dinner at the English Grill Restaurant.
Day 2: Explore London
Visit iconic landmarks with a local guide, and enjoy a private tour of the Tower of London.
Day 3: Visit Stonehenge and the city of Bath
Explore Roman baths and Georgian architecture.
Day 4: Explore Bath
Explore Bath with a local guide, visit attractions like the Jane Austen Centre or Roman Baths, and dine at the Michelin-starred Olive Tree restaurant.
Day 5: Explore Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon, and York
Travel through a storybook in the Cotswolds where rolling green hills welcome you into the valleys of these charming towns. Admire the honey-colored limestone buildings and medieval churches lining the market squares and have a peek at the thatched cottages and impeccably manicured gardens that give you a taste of the locals’ sweet life.
In Stratford-Upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare, explore the market town rich with history. Stand in front of the quaint Tudor cottages where Shakespeare, his wife, and mother grew up. Your day in the English countryside concludes in York where cobbled streets, classic tearooms, and Gothic buildings enhance your arrival at your luxury hotel.
Day 6: Discover medieval wonders in York
Visit York Minster and Castle Howard, and enjoy a traditional English afternoon tea.
Day 7: Explore the Lake District
Cruise on Ullswater lake and stay at Merewood Country House Hotel.
Day 8: Visit Alnwick Castle and explore Edinburgh
Accommodation: Kimpton Charlotte Square, Edinburgh.
Day 9: Highlights of Edinburgh
Explore the grounds of Edinburgh Castle as you learn about the castle’s tumultuous 900-year history and take in panoramic views. Get acquainted with the city traveling along Princes Street, past the Gothic Sir Walter Scott Monument to the gates of the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Queen's official residence and home of Scottish royal history.
Personalize your afternoon visiting the haunting 17th-century Mary King's Close with a Local Expert or trying a bit of Scottish whisky on a stimulating tasting experience that will tickle your taste buds. After a private performance from a former bagpiper to the Royals, a seasonal meal of fine dishes at award-winning Dine Edinburgh rounds off your final day.
Day 10: Farewell to Edinburgh
Transfer for onward journey.
Highlights
- Discover the birthplace of Shakespeare in Stratford-upon-Avon
- Explore the city of Bath and its Roman baths and Georgian architecture
- Visit the charming towns of the Cotswolds and the city of York
- See the Lake District and cruise on Ullswater Lake
- Enjoy a private tour of the Tower of London and a traditional English tea
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Check weather conditions and dress appropriately
Ensure you have a valid ID for hotel check-ins
Arrive at tour meeting points on time
Be prepared for moderate walking
Some attractions may require advance booking
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.