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Take in the breathtaking beauty of Britain

Explore the west of England with tastes of Wales and Scotland. Start in Windsor, near London and travel to Devon and Cornwall. Head to Cardiff Castle for a Welsh banquet, tour Shrewsbury with a town crier, explore Chester and the Lake District. End with a 3-night stay in Edinburgh. Spend a full day in St Andrews.

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Tour start London

Tour end Edinburgh

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02 Jun 2025 - 31 Jul 2025

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Featured Attractions

Windsor Castle

Visit the residence of the Queen -- the largest inhabited castle in the world. Take a tour of the compact, historic town with a locale guide.

Stonehenge

See these ancient, legendary stone monoliths, among the world's most iconic and mysterious sights.

Lanhydrock House

Learn about life in a Victorian-era manor on this grand estate.

Roman Baths

Explore the thermal springs, walk on the original Roman pavements, and see the ruins of the Temple of Sulis Minerva in one of the best preserved religious spas of the ancient world.

Cardiff Castle

Make the trip to Wales and see Cardiff Castle's fairytale towers and its 2,000 years of history, from ancient Rome to modernity.

Glamis Castle

Tour the legendary Scottish setting of Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” and childhood home of the Queen Mother.

Edinburgh Castle

Walk in the footsteps of soldiers, kings and queens, and even the odd pirate or two, in this medieval-era royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress, alive with many exciting tales.

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Day 1LONDON ARRIVAL & WINDSOR CASTLE

Your tour departs from your hotel at 2:00 PM to see the splendors of Windsor Castle, a residence of the King, and the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. Then take a walking tour around the medieval town of Windsor. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group, then dine and explore as you wish this evening.

Day 2STONEHENGE, SALISBURY & DEVON

Marvel at the prehistoric circle of vast monoliths of Stonehenge and learn about the primitive builders who created these enduring monuments. Stop in Salisbury, a charming old city where the cathedral boasts the tallest spire in England. Arrive in Tavistock, a market town on the edge of Dartmoor National Park in Devon. (B, D)

Day 3CORNWALL, ST. MICHAEL'S MOUNT & ST. IVES

Travel to scenic Cornwall through the unspoiled beauty of Bodmin Moor; stop for photos at Jamaica Inn, built in 1750 and immortalized in Daphne du Maurier’s tale of daring smugglers. Visit the coastal village of Marazion to see the romantic outline of St Michael’s Mount, an island topped by a spectacular castle. In the old fishing town of St Ives, take a walking tour to see its cobbled streets, quaint cottages, art galleries, and surrounding sandy beaches. Enjoy time to explore before returning to a free evening in Tavistock. (B)

Day 4BATH & ROMAN BATHS

Explore Bath, a city of elegant Georgian buildings in a distinctive golden stone, beloved by visitors for centuries. Tour the wonderfully preserved Roman Baths, and then spend some time exploring this quintessentially English city. Cross the Severn Bridge into Wales, then on to your manor house hotel where you’ll dine this evening. (B, D)

Day 5HAY-ON-WYE & SHREWSBURY

Travel through the Brecon Beacons National Park to Hay-on-Wye, a town famous for its bookshops. Continue to Shrewsbury, a picturesque town near the English/Welsh border. Take a walking tour with the town crier to see black-and-white buildings that line the narrow streets. Travel through Cheshire to your hotel in Chester. (B, D)

Day 6NORTH WALES & CHESTER

Drive through the countryside of north Wales as you journey to Conwy, a medieval town dominated by a stunning medieval fortress, Conwy Castle. Tour this UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Edward I in the 13th century, viewing its well-preserved walls, towers, and breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. In the ancient city of Chester, explore the Roman and medieval heritage on a walking tour. Your evening is free to explore this fascinating place as you wish. (B)

Day 7LAKE DISTRICT & EDINBURGH

Travel through the glorious Lake District, which inspired Beatrix Potter’s children’s books. Visit the village of Grasmere, where Wordsworth lived and is buried. Pass through the village of Gretna Green as you cross the border into Scotland. Arrive at your hotel near Edinburgh, for dinner with your group. (B, D)

Day 8EDINBURGH CASTLE & CITY TOUR

Explore central Edinburgh starting in the 200-year-old “New Town” with planned streets and elegant Georgian houses where many famous writers and inventors lived. See the Royal Mile with its narrow medieval houses, then tour Edinburgh Castle to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland. The rest of the day is free to explore the city as you wish. Departures from August 3 – 17 will attend the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with reserved seats on the castle esplanade. (B)