Bath, Cotswolds & London

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Your adventure starts in the picturesque town of Bath, known and named for its Roman baths! Here you'll also find a rich literary history; not only was Bath home to the writer Jane Austen, but it's also the city that inspired Mary Shelley to finish the iconic story of Frankenstein! You'll then continue onto the Cotswolds, where you'll get a glimpse into an E...

Overview

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

Highlights

    • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 8 days!
    • Bath City Sightseeing Hop-on/Hop-off Bus Tour (24 Hours)
    • London Pass (2-day)

What's this trip about?

    Your adventure starts in the picturesque town of Bath, known and named for its Roman baths! Here you'll also find a rich literary history; not only was Bath home to the writer Jane Austen, but it's also the city that inspired Mary Shelley to finish the iconic story of Frankenstein! You'll then continue onto the Cotswolds, where you'll get a glimpse into an England unspoiled by the passing time. You'll enjoy postcard-worthy views of the region's gentle hillsides, river valleys, and ancient limestone villages. After a few nights in the picturesque countryside, you'll make your way to the cosmopolitan capital, where you can visit historic buildings, witness the famed changing of the guard, and sample the culinary masterpieces throughout the city!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityLondon
End CityEngland

Travel Themes

  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

  • Europe
  • United Kingdom
  • England

Attractions

  • Bath
  • London

Activities

  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • River cruise
  • Independent

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to London (LHR)
    • Manual car rental for 4 nights– upgrade to automatic available
    • 2 nights in Bath at the Hotel Indigo Bath, or similar
    • Bath Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus Pass (24-hour)
    • 2 nights in the Cotswolds area at the Doubletree by Hilton Cheltenham, or similar
    • 2 nights in London at the Thistle Holborn The Kingsley, or similar
    • 2-Day London Pass
    • Departure airport transfer
    • Breakfast daily

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to London!

Arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and pick up your rental car. Make your way to your first accommodation in the historic city of Bath.

Day 2 Bath

Take advantage of your hop-on/hop-off bus pass and see the sights without the stress! You'll want to spend some time at the well-preserved Roman Baths as well as the medieval Bath Abbey.

Day 3 Bath - Cotswolds Area (Cheltenham)

Make your way north to Cotwolds today! Consider making a stop at the breathtaking Blenheim Palace on your way. 

Day 4 Cotswolds Area (Cheltenham)

Spend the day exploring the gems of the Cotswolds! Consider paying a visit to the Medieval Gloucester Cathedral, which has been used as a filming location for many different Hollywood hits, from Harry Potter to Sherlock.

You can also visit the Cotswolds D...

Day 5 Cotswolds Area (Cheltenham) - London

Make your way to London today. After checking in and storing your luggage in your accommodation, drop off your rental car, then get started with your sightseeing. You'll want to begin using your London Pass! Take advantage of the fast-track access included with your pass; visit the nearby Westminster Abbey, then head to the Tower of London and London Bridge.

Day 6 London

Take advantage of the Thames River Cruise included with your London Pass! You'll see the sights from the serene river, and can hop off at ports along the way. Consider hopping off at the London Eye Pier, where you can visit the National Theater, Shakespeare's Globe Theater, and the Tate Modern. 

Day 7 Depart England

In accordance with your departure flight, enjoy an airport transfer to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

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Last Updated: 4/15/2024

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