England's Cities & Countryside

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Immerse yourself in English elegance and country charm on this partially-escorted vacation! On this 7-night adventure, you'll experience the best of both worlds: sophisticated cities and quaint rural villages. After two nights exploring the artsy hub of Manchester, you'll join your friendly guide on a breathtaking drive to The Yorkshire Dales and The Peak Dis...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Tootbus London Must See Hop-on/Hop-off Tour + River Cruise (24 hours) - formerly Original London Sightseeing Tour

What's this trip about?

    Immerse yourself in English elegance and country charm on this partially-escorted vacation! On this 7-night adventure, you'll experience the best of both worlds: sophisticated cities and quaint rural villages. After two nights exploring the artsy hub of Manchester, you'll join your friendly guide on a breathtaking drive to The Yorkshire Dales and The Peak District! Explore picturesque villages, rolling greenery, majestic waterfalls, and stately manor houses. While you'll roam far and wide through the countryside during the day, you'll spend your nights in the charming city of York.  When your wonderful 2-night tour winds to an end, you'll spend one last night in Manchester before hopping aboard a train to London! Upon arrival in England's classy capital city, you'll check into your final accommodation and get to know London at your own pace. Take advantage of your included 24-hour hop-on/hop-off sightseeing bus pass - a great way to get a taste of London!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityManchester
End CityEngland

Destinations

Attractions

  • Chester
  • London

Activities

  • Trains & Rail

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare into Manchester (MAN), out of London (LHR)
    • Round-trip airport transfers
    • 2 nights in Manchester at the Maldron Manchester City Centre Hotel or similar
    • Guided tour of the Yorkshire Dales and the Peak District, including: 2 nights in York at the B&B York Hotel or similar
    • Transportation by luxury private 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
    • Services of a professional driver/guide
    • Service charges & VAT tax 1 night in Manchester at the Maldron Manchester City Centre Hotel or similar
    • One-way economy class rail from Manchester to London
    • 2 nights in London at the Holiday Inn London Bloomsbury, or similar
    • Tootbus Must See Hop-on/Hop-off Tour + River Cruise (24 hours)
    • Breakfast daily

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Manchester!

Touch down in England, the land of class and countryside! Upon arrival, enjoy a comfortable transfer to your first hotel in Manchester. Spend the night settling in and getting to know the city! Treat yourself to a celebratory pint and a delicious first-night meal. 

Day 2 Manchester

Feel free to sleep in a bit today. The day is yours to spend at leisure! Recharge with a yummy English breakfast, then enjoy a day of sightseeing. Manchester is filled with art galleries, museums, awesome food, and amazing architecture. Be sure to check out Joh...

Day 3 Manchester - York

Fuel up with an early breakfast, then pack up and embark on your 2-night guided tour of the Yorkshire Dales and the Peak District! Arrive at Manchester Piccadilly Railway Station (Store Street) by 9:30 AM. Leave the big city behind and enjoy a scenic ride to th...

Day 4 York

Enjoy a lovely morning in York. Here, you'll have the opportunity to visit a chocolate museum, experience Viking culture, or leisurely stroll around the ancient walls. Around midday, you'll leave York and head to Goathland! Not only was this town used in the Ha...

Day 5 York - Manchester

Wave goodbye to York, England's charming capital of Vikings and chocolate. Although it's your last day on tour, there's still plenty more to see! Hit the road and head to Fountains Abbey, one of the largest ruined abbeys in England and an important UNESCO Herit...

Day 6 Manchester - London

Take one last look at marvelous Manchester, then hop aboard your train to England's capital city! Upon arrival in London, make your way to your final accommodation. Once you're all settled in, grab your camera and explore!

Day 7 London

Wake up smiling - you're in London! Enjoy a lovely English breakfast, then activate your sightseeing bus pass. Today, you'll want to hit all the favorites: Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and the Tower Bridge. If time allows, take a ride on the L...

Day 8 Depart England

Squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage and give England the royal wave farewell. Enjoy a shared transfer to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), then find your gate. Spend your flight home flipping through photos, replaying warm memories, and dreaming about your next adventure! 

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,373
Price per day$297
Last Updated: 1/3/2025

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