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Scenic England

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See England's cherished spots: Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, Plymouth's Mayflower steps, Bath's Roman spas and more. Enjoy Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon, the Wedgwood pottery factory and spectacularly scenic drives along Salisbury Plain, the Cotswold Hills, the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.

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Anne Hathaway's cottage

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Highlights


  • Stonehenge

  • Salisbury

  • Plymouth

  • Tintagel

  • Clovelly

  • Bideford

  • Glastonbury

  • Bath

  • Stratford-upon-Avon

  • Chester

  • Yorkshire Dales

  • York

  • Cambridge

Included Sightseeing


  • Windsor Visit the town for views of Windsor Castle.

  • Stonehenge Visit the ancient stone circle.

  • Plymouth View the Mayflower Steps, where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for the New World.

  • Tintagel View the ruined Castle, legendary birthplace of King Arthur.

  • Clovelly Visit this picturesque village.

  • Bideford Visit this ancient seaport.

  • Glastonbury Visit the Abbey ruins and tomb of King Arthur.

  • Bath Visit the Roman Baths and admire the Georgian architecture.

  • Stratford-upon-Avon Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitors Centre and see Anne Hathaway's cottage.

  • Chester See the Cathedral and Tudor Rows.

  • Liverpool Orientation of the city.

  • Lake District Admire the beautiful scenery of the English lakes.

  • Yorkshire Dales Enjoy the spectacular landscape.

  • York Orientation walk includes the Minster and the Shambles.

  • Cambridge See King's College Chapel.

Included Dining


  • Welcome Pub Reception in Plymouth, which includes a Traditional British pub meal and Welcome Drinks.

  • 5 full breakfasts.

  • 1 three-course dinner.

  • Be My Guest Dinner with wine in York.

 

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Chester Clock Tower

Chester Clock Tower

Day 1

London - Windsor - Stonehenge - Plymouth

Depart London before enjoying a morning stop in Windsor town where you will enjoy views of the castle. Visit the ancient, mysterious Stonehenge, site of prehistoric pagan worship. This evening in Plymouth, after an evening orientation including the Mayflower Steps, meet and get to know your companions and Travel Director at a Welcome Pub Reception which includes a typical British pub meal and drinks.
Hotel: Jurys Inn/Copthorne Plymouth (FC)

Day 2

Plymouth - Tintagel - Clovelly - Bideford

See the ruins of Tintagel Castle standing on a dramatic and windswept cliff, believed to be the birthplace of King Arthur. Follow the picturesque Cornish coast north to visit Clovelly, a tiny fishing village with cobbled streets, and on to stay at the ancient port of Bideford. Dine this evening at your hotel. (FB) (D)
Hotel: Durrant House (FC)

Day 3

Bideford - Bath - Stratford-Upon-Avon

Discover the ruins at Glastonbury on an included visit, once the grandest and richest Abbey in England and legendary burial place of King Arthur. Visit the world famous Roman Baths, a magnificent temple built around Britain's only hot springs. After a scenic drive through the Cotswold countryside, enjoy an included visit to Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitors Centre and see Anne Hathaway's cottage. (FB)
Hotel: Shakespeare Hotel (SFC)

Day 4

Stratford-Upon-Avon - Chester - Liverpool

See the ancient city walls, famous Tudor 'Rows' and fascinating Roman ruins in Chester on your orientation walk of the town, before arriving in Liverpool, hometown of the Beatles! This evening enjoy an included 'Beatles' drive with a local expert. (FB)
Hotel: Jurys Inn (FC)

Day 5

Liverpool - Lake District - York

Marvel at the breathtaking landscapes that inspired Wordsworth, Coleridge, Tennyson and other Romantic poets as you drive to the Lake District. Cross the rugged Yorkshire Dales to York. See the Mansion House, the Shambles, Stonegate, Petergate and the magnificent York Minster during your orientation walk. Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening for a farewell Be My Guest dinner. (FB) (FD)
Hotel: Holiday Inn (FC)

Day 6

York - Cambridge - London

See the magnificent architecture of King's College Chapel in the famous university city of Cambridge. The two ancient universities of Oxford and Cambridge are jointly referred to as Oxbridge. Cambridge is the second oldest university in England after Oxford, and the seventh oldest globally. Enjoy free time for lunch and a walk to the River Cam to see the famous Cambridge 'backs'. Arrive in London by early evening at the end of your memorable holiday. (FB)

 

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Holiday Inn York

Durrant House (FC)

Situated on the outskirts of the historical old port of Bideford atop the hill with views over the Torridge estuary and beyond to the sandy beaches of Instow, this excellent hotel boasts a fine gourmet restaurant and a bar as well as a host of top facilities including an outdoor pool and sauna.

Jurys Inn Plymouth (FC)

Located in the heart of Plymouth town centre, ideally placed next to the town's historic tourist area, the Jurys Inn offers its guests a lovely on-site restaurant whilst its rooms are comfortable and offers a relaxed and informal atmosphere.

Jurys Inn Liverpool (FC)

The Jury's Inn Liverpool is located at Kings Waterfront directly opposite the Albert Dock and is within only a few minutes walk from Liverpool town centre. This hotel features large spacious guestrooms, two bars and an onsite restaurant.

Holiday Inn York (FC)

The Holiday Inn York Hotel enjoys a prime location overlooking York Race course and is just a short distance miles from the Historic City Centre of York, which boasts the York Minster, Shopping at The Shambles, University of York and the National Railway Museum. The hotel offers two onsite restaurants and a bar and lounge area.

Shakespeare Hotel (SFC)

Shakespeare Hotel is a 4 star hotel; it is in the heart of Shakespeare country. Each of the guest rooms have minibars and satellite TV. Othello's Bar and Brasserie offers a relaxing atmosphere for informal dining, while the Quill Bar and Lounge serves drinks and afternoon tea.

 

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