From afternoon tea to “God Save the Queen,” England is a place unlike any other, filled with adventures waiting to be had and memories waiting to be made. And with private tours of the country’s best sights, from Westminster Abbey to the ruins of Stonehenge, you can be sure that this first visit to England will not be your last.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
London – Landing in the Capital
Today sees you touching down in London, the largest city in Europe and one of the great cities of the world, the home to some of the greatest names and events in history from Shakespeare to Churchill, and from the mighty Tower of London to the majestic façade of Westminster Abbey.
A private driver will escort you to your perfectly located and decadent hotel, where you can drop off your bags and recover from jet lag before hitting London’s famous streets for some shopping and sightseeing. Make your way to Trafalgar Square to gaze upon Nelson’s Column and the impressive structures that flank it, or experience the hustle and bustle of Piccadilly Circus, London’s answer to Times Square. You can also turn to London’s impeccable fashion district, stopping at some of the city’s most famous retailers and chicest streets. Men will find fine tailoring done at Jermyn Street and Saville Row, and the world’s best-known fashion houses can be found on Bond Street. No shopping visit to London would be complete without stopping by Knightsbridge to inspect the wares at Harrods, the world’s most famous department store. The evening can be spent at one of London’s best restaurants before grabbing a nightcap at the famous bar in The Savoy Hotel.
What's Included:
Day 2
London – A Private Tour of Luxurious London
Day 3
South England – The Seat of Kings and Enigmatic Stonehenge
Day 4
Bath – A Day in Breathtaking Bath
Day 5
South England – The Manors and Castles of the English Countryside
Day 6
Oxford – The Kingdom’s Oldest University Town
Day 7
London – Bidding Goodbye to Jolly England
Trip Highlights
- Get a personalized tour of London by a friendly, engaging and knowledgeable guide, who will show you all the ins and outs of this truly majestic world capital
- Visit impressive Windsor Castle, one of the great royal palaces in Europe, and the mysterious ruins of Stonehenge, the most famous prehistoric burial grounds in the world
- Witness the amazing juxtaposition of Roman and Georgian architecture in beautiful Bath, the oldest resort town in the United Kingdom
- Walk the grounds and gardens of some of the most spectacular estates in England, like the Arts and Crafts Garden at Hidcote Manor and the ancestral home of the Churchills at Blenheim Palace
- Stroll the college green at Oxford, where you can visit some of the historic sites of the town and get a tour of the oldest university in the English-speaking world
Detailed Description
England is a country replete with history and culture, romance and magic and unforgettable experiences, a country where you’ll find the best of all worlds, from the urban offerings of one of the world’s great capital cities to the peaceful serenity of the quiet countryside. This weeklong tour will hit all the highlights and show you all the sights, from the shores of the River Thames to the graceful sweep of the Royal Crescent. And with friendly and engaging people leading you every step of the way, you can be sure that your first visit to England will be one you remember for the rest of your life.
Handcrafted for 2020, spend three nights in lively London, where you’ll discover the monuments that have made it one of the greatest cities in the history of the world, from the golden hue of the Palace of Westminster to the stolid and impregnable walls of the Tower of London. Tour some of the most well-known sites of south England, like Windsor Castle and the complex of Stonehenge on your way into the Roman spa town of Bath. Live the life of a member of the British upper class as you discover two of the country’s most beautiful homes and perambulate through the campus of the country’s most prestigious university.
Spectacular shows in London’s West End and a summer afternoon spent in the park, the power of the past and the promise of the future, high fashion and high tea: it’s all waiting to be discovered in enchanting England. If you’ve ever longed to see the sun set over the downs of Surrey or to cruise the streets of London in the city’s iconic taxis, if you’ve ever dreamed of attending Oxford or having an audience with the Queen, if you’ve ever wanted to visit the country of Shakespeare, Isaac Newton, Queen Victoria and King Arthur, pack your bags: this is the vacation you’ve been waiting for.
Starting Price
$4,000 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
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