Britain Sampler
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- London : Guided sightseeing, visit St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Stonehenge : Visit the prehistoric monument
- Bath: Visit the Roman relics; welcome dinnerLUDLOW
- Llangollen: Visit the picturesque village
- Grasmere : Visit Wordsworth’s village; try original Grasmere gingerbreadGRETNA GREEN
- Edinburgh : Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh Castle
- Abbotsford : Guided tour of Sir Walter Scott’s house
- Jedburgh : Take pictures of the abbey ruins
- York : Walking tourSTRATFORD-UPON-AVON
- Our most popular Britain tour offers you the best of this great land
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Welcome to London! Uniformed Globus Hosts will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon.
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The Royal Treatment LONDON Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes sights of the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, Prime Minister’s Downing Street residence, Piccadilly Circus, Buckingham Palace, and a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral....
Ancient Stones & Spa Days LONDON Meet your Tour Director and travel companions at 8 am before departing for Stonehenge. STONEHENGE Visit the prehistoric monument. (Departure 19 June: due to closure, Stonehenge visit replaced by Salisbury Cathedral visit). BATH Vi...
Welsh Country Beauties LUDLOW Visit the historic market town. LLANGOLLEN Visit the picturesque town. LIVERPOOL Free time the remainder of the day. (Breakfast) 204 mi / 335 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Explore the charming medieval town of Ludlow o...
Sonnets, Sweets & Scottish Blacksmiths LAKE DISTRICT Take a scenic drive. GRASMERE Visit Wordsworth’s beloved village. Sample the [LF] original Grasmere gingerbread. GRETNA GREEN See where a Scottish blacksmith performed weddings for eloping young couples. EDINBU...
Crown Jewels & Castle Views EDINBURGH Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the New Town, the Old Town, and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Free time this afternoon. THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Attend the world-r...
Augustine’s Monks & Medieval Markets ABBOTSFORD Take a guided tour of Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotsford House. JEDBURGH Take photos of the Augustinian abbey ruins. YORK See York Minster on [LF] a guided walk through The Shambles. (Breakfast,Dinner) 202 mi / 325 km
Mr. & Mrs. Shakespeare STRATFORD-UPON-AVON See Anne Hathaway’s Cottage. Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace. (Breakfast) 256 mi / 411 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT A LEGEND SLEPT HERE Ah, young love! Even more true, as Shakespeare’s fiancée was eight years his senior. See ...
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
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Park Plaza Waterloo
The 494-room property is situated within walking distance of top London attractions, including the London Eye, the London Dungeons and the Imperial War Museum. The Florentine Restaurant serves a Brasserie-style menu; the bar features the best of British bubbles and craft beers as well as a range of signature cocktails; and for a relaxing cup of coffee, head to the illy Caffè bar. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre and a heated swimming pool. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the hotel.
London
United Kingdom
6 Hercules Road
Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Situated opposite Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Park Plaza Westminster Bridge places guests at the heart of central London. Dining option include Brasserie Joël, Ichi Sushi & Sashimi, 1WB Lounge & Patisserie, and Primo Bar. The hotel also boasts a fitness center with a 15-meter pool and Mandara Spa. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the hotel.
London
United Kingdom
200 Westminster Bridge
Double Tree By Hilton Bath
Settle into a warm, inviting guestroom at the DoubleTree by Hilton Bath hotel. Spoil yourself with the stunning views of the Pulteney Bridge and rolling hills.
Bath
United Kingdom
Walcot Street
Pullman Liverpool
Guests will enjoy the conveniences of this central hotel and its bar, lounge, and Marco Pierre White Wheelers of St. James Oyster Bar & Grill Room. All guestrooms are bright, modern, and luxurious, and come with blackout curtains, minibar with complimentary mineral water, 55" TV with SKY TV channels, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, robe and slippers, waterfall shower, and luxury toiletries. There is free 5G Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
Liverpool
United Kingdom
Kings Dock, Monarchs Quay
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
The Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket lies in the historical heart of the city, right next door to Haymarket station and a vast array of cafés, bars and restaurants. Discover the numerous sights and events in this lively city.
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
1 Morrison Link
DoubleTree by Hilton York
The DoubleTree by Hilton York is located in the heart of York, overlooking the City Walls and just a 5-minute walk from York Minster. Guestroom features include a 49-inch HDTV, feather duvet and pillows (hypoallergenic available on request), seating area and desk, and amenities tray with mineral water. All guestrooms are fully air-conditioned. Other guest facilities include a laptop safe and USB port.
York
United Kingdom
St Maurices Road
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