8-Day Great Britain Tour from London with Breakfast

8 days
Breakfast
About this activity
Day 1 Departing from London. Travelling by luxury coach, sit back and enjoy the journey as we head north to the university town of Cambridge. Enjoy a walking tour here. After some time spent in Cambridge, we continue north to reach historic York where you will enjoy a guided walking tour. Day 2 Iconic Hadrian's Wall is next. Said to have been built by the Romans this wall is a significant part of Great Britain's history. Not far away lies the border town of Jedburgh were we stop in this pretty market town. We continue our journey through to Scotland's largest city Glasgow. Day 3 We set off for Scotland's elegant capital, Edinburgh. On our city tour, experience the stately Royal Mile, past St Giles' Cathedral to Holyrood house Palace - the Queen's residence in Edinburgh - and onto the 18th century New Town. Afternoon free time in Edinburgh for you to go off and wander; visit Edinburgh Castle, housing the Honours of Scotland, the nation's crown jewels.Day 4 We head towards St. Andrews via the Firth of Forth Bridge. Famed for being the international home of golf, St. Andrews is one of Britain's finest towns. We head to Inverness by crossing the Firth of Tay and travel through Highland Perthshire with its thick pined-clad slopes.Day 5 We journey deep into the Highlands of Scotland and take our chance with a legend known as the mythical Loch Ness Monster. Spellbound we head to Fort Augustus and through the Great Glen to admire unforgettable views towards Glencoe. Passing through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park back to Glasgow. Day 6 We travel via Gretna Green, where many an eloping couple have been married, then exploring in Windermere, this is a region so beautiful it inspired a host of romantic English poets. We continue the tour to the exciting and lively city of Liverpool, home of the Beatles and countless other inspiring icons! Enjoy a guided walking tour of Liverpool's celebrated culture and heritage. Day 7 We will stop at the former Roman fortress town of Chester. Our walking tour will take you along part of the well-preserved city walls. See the Eastgate Clock, Cathedral, the unique black and white 'Rows' (shopping arcades) and the remains of the Roman Amphitheater. Then we head to the pretty market town of Stratford-upon-Avon where you visit the half-timbered birthplace of William Shakespeare.
Day 8 We head to the Georgian city of Bath. On the walking tour learn about it's Roman history, the city's rebirth in Georgian times. In the afternoon, we set off for our final stop of the tour the legendary and mythical Stonehenge site. Explore the mythical standing stones, the Neolithic Houses, and the fascinating exhibition. Finally, we return through the English countryside onwards to London where this tour ends. Option: Add on a pre-tour London hotel stay
Included
  • 7 nights accommodation in 3-star hotels
  • Breakfast
  • Professional English Speaking Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guided tour of Stratford-Upon-Avon, York, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Cardiff & Bath
Not included
  • Unless stated attraction and entrance fees are not included
  • Meals unless otherwise stated
  • Personal expenses such as tips
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Minimum age is 3 years
  • Dress code is casual. Comfortable clothing and footwear for walking.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
70% Aquatic
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