11 days tour

British Royale (Small Groups, End London, 11 Days)

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British Royale (Small Groups, End London, 11 Days)

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Accommodation

London: This historic hotel is located directly opposite the royal residence of Buckingham Palace. Recently fully refurbished, The 5-star Rubens At The Palace Hotel celebrates the very best of British. From the red tail-coated doormen, to themed bedrooms & suites, to the Royal Afternoon Tea, served daily in the Palace Lounge. With three restaurants and bars, there are plenty of bar and dining experiences to choose from, and a particular highlight is the English Grill Restaurant, where Executive chef Ben Kelliher leads a talented team to create the most delicious cuisine in the most elegant of settings. Bath: Located in the historic heart of Bath, the elegant Francis Hotel is set in an 18th century townhouse overlooking leafy Queen Square. It houses an impressive art collection and offers luxurious accommodation complete with a tea room, lounges and bars. York: Housed in the iconic former headquarters of the prestigious North Eastern Railway Company, the five-star Grand Hotel places you minutes away from museums, shops and the River Ouse. It boasts elegant guest bedrooms, a restaurant and bar, and a luxury spa uniquely situated in underground vaults. English Lake District: Set in the heart of the spectacular English Lake District, Leeming House is a short walk away from the shores of Ullswater. Its lounges and elegant guest bedrooms offer unparalleled views over some of the UKโ€™s most glorious countryside. Edinburgh: Considered one of the best places to stay in Edinburgh, The Glasshouse is a five-star boutique hotel situated in the historic heart of the city. With beautifully appointed guest suites and fine seasonal dining, the hotelโ€™s expansive roof garden is what sets it apart.

Guide

Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19. All Travel Concierges, Well-Being Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.

Transport

Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available. Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.

Others

Choose between two carefully selected activities Bath: Visit the historic Roman Baths, which draw from Britainโ€™s only natural mineral springs and gave the Georgian city its name. This remarkably preserved historic site was once a gathering spot for Romans to bathe and socialise over 2,000 years ago. Bath: Visit the immersive Jane Austen Center dedicated to the writer who lived here in the early 1800s and used the city as a setting for two of her novels. Learn about her life, her works and the Regency period from entertaining actors. York: Embark on a leisurely guided tour to the grand York Minster, an excellent example of Gothic architecture. York: Get active and follow a Local Expert as you walk on the 13th century city walls and you soak up the spectacular views of River Ouse and the Old Town. Edinburgh: Visit the 17th century Mary Kingโ€™s Close with a Local Expert, walk in the footsteps of former residents and unlock fascinating stories from Edinburghโ€™s sometimes dark past. Edinburgh: Try a wee dram of whisky as you embark on a tasting experience of this Scottish staple. Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences. In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level. โ€‹ Included at all hotels. Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included. London: Youโ€™re invited to the Tower of London to experience the Ceremony of the Keys, the oldest practiced military ceremony in the world. At your special after-hours visit youโ€™ll get an inside look at the 700-year-old tradition that stood the tests of even the most tumultuous times. York: Feeling like the star of a period drama, youโ€™ll enter the 18th century mansion for a private tour of the house. York: Housed in the iconic former headquarters of the prestigious North Eastern Railway Company, the five-star Grand Hotel & Spa places you minutes away from museums, shops and the River Ouse. London: Your passionate Local Expert will lead you from Westminster to Piccadilly Circus as they recount fascinating tales of London and its famous landmarks. Pass by the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, and Trafalgar Square as you explore the English capital. London: Step through history at Horse Guards Parade, the ceremonial grounds of St James Park in the shadow of Buckingham Palace. Discover the secrets of a cavalrymanโ€™s uniform in the Household Cavalry Museum before trying on the royal clothes yourself. Stonehenge: Visit the mysterious circle of upright stones, the best known prehistoric site in Europe. Experience the lives led by Neolithic builders 3,500 years ago and admire the selection of archaeological treasures that have been unearthed in this place. Bath: Be taken through the grand historic sights of Bath with a private orientation tour. See the majestic Royal Terrace, the inspiring architecture of Bath Abbey, and, the stately Pulteney Bridge, completed in 1774. Bath: Join a Local Expert for an insightful tour revealing the townโ€™s history. Cotswolds: Journey through the Cotswolds, one of the most quintessential and unspoiled regions of England, famous for gentle, rolling hillsides known as โ€˜woldsโ€™, green river valleys and historic market towns, where time has stood still for over 300 years. Stratford-upon-Avon: Fans of the famous playwright, William Shakespeare, will love exploring this vibrant town where he was born. This cultural center still has many rows of attractive half-timbered houses that date back to the 16th century. Ullswater: Enjoy a scenic cruise on one of Englandโ€™s most beautiful lakes. Alnwick Castle: Join a Local Expert for an in-depth exploration of the 11th century castle, with its striking medieval architecture and see why it was featured in the Harry Potter films. Edinburgh: A Local Expert guides you around magnificent Edinburgh Castle, perched on a black basalt outcrop. Discover the siteโ€™s 900-year history and take in the spectacular panoramic views over the cityโ€™s most famous landmarks. Edinburgh: Wander along Princes Street with your Local Expert, past the Gothic Sir Walter Scott Monument, and continue down the old-world Royal Mile to the gates of Holyrood Palace, the principal residence of Scottish royalty since the 16th century, and the Queenโ€™s official Edinburgh lodgings. Edinburgh: In true Gaelic style, meet a fabulously entertaining bagpiper, playing pipes passed down since 1888. Hear fascinating tales from the time he played for the Queen Mother, to riotous nights at Edinburgh Castle.

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Luxury Gold through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. For guests travelling with Luxury Gold from 1 January 2023, Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly recommended, but no longer required. Please note that regardless of time of travel guests will need to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destination visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than above. It is guestsโ€™ responsibility to ensure that they comply at all times with these requirements. No refunds will be given if guests are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to their failure to comply with these requirements.

Meals

3 Dinner (D) 10 Breakfast (B) 3 Lunch (L) Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure. On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.โ€‹ London: Dine in style at the lavish English Grill Restaurant, just across the road from Buckingham Palace. Enjoy your Welcome Dinner prepared by executive chef Ben Kelliher using only the finest English produce and the same suppliers who serve the Kingโ€™s kitchen. Bath: Experience an exquisite Michelin-starred lunch at the Olive Tree restaurant. A fresh, seasonal menu, curated by award-winning Head Chef Chris Cleghorn, offers classic flavors combined with modern techniques. Relax in the chic, yet informal atmosphere and enjoy the best of British cuisine. York: Visit one of Britainโ€™s finest noble houses, Castle Howard, in an exclusive after-hours visit and enjoy a traditional English afternoon tea in the Grecian Hall. Edinburgh: Say farewell to Edinburgh with a final Celebration Dinner in the historic Scottish capital. Let your tastebuds be delighted with a delicious meal and raise a glass to the health of your companions and your unforgettable journey. Edinburgh: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before beginning your first-class train journey to London. Travel cross-country and enjoy sweeping views of the English countryside, from the rolling hills to moody lakes, before you reach the luxurious Rubens at the Palace for your London stay.

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Insurance

Insurance is not included

Flights

Flights are not included

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Itinerary of your trip British Royale (Small Groups, End London, 11 Days)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To London
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Welcome To London

      Your UK luxury tour begins with a private chauffeur to your five-star hotel, Rubens at the Palace. Here you are welcomed with the royal treatment from their red tail-coated doormen. Tonight, enjoy sumptuous British fare at the English Grill Restaurant.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Traditions And Treasures Of London
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Traditions And Treasures Of London

      Hear the bells of Big Ben and admire the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. View bustling Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus before visiting the Household Cavalry Museum. After the sun sets and London lights up, youโ€™re treated to a private, after-hours tour of the Tower of London and the historic Ceremony of the Keys.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Stonehenge And Georgian Bath Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Stonehenge And Georgian Bath Relaxed Start

      Savor a Relaxed Start before standing in awe of mysterious Stonehenge, Britainโ€™s best-known UNESCO World Heritage Site. Immerse yourself further into British history as you travel to Bath. Stroll the streets lined with Georgian architecture feeling as though youโ€™ve stepped into a classic English novel.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Explore Bath Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Explore Bath Relaxed Start

      Personalise your day with a visit to the Jane Austen Center or visit the Roman Baths and Georgian Pump Room, Britainโ€™s only natural hot springs. Share the highlights of your morning over locally sourced dishes at the Michelin-starred Olive Tree restaurant.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Cotswolds, Stratford-Upon-Avon And York
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Cotswolds, Stratford-Upon-Avon And York

      Travel through a storybook of rolling hills in the Cotswolds toward Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare, and admire quaint Tudor cottages. Your day concludes in York where cobbled streets, classic tearooms and Gothic buildings lure you further into the past.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Medieval Wonders Of York Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Medieval Wonders Of York Relaxed Start

      Step back into the Middle Ages in York joining an expert-led tour of the York Minster or a walk on the 13th-century city walls. Enter the stately Castle Howard through landscaped gardens before sitting down to a traditional English afternoon tea and private tour of the house.

  • Day 7 Day 7: The Wild And Poetic Lake District
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: The Wild And Poetic Lake District

      Let the beauty of the Lake District inspire you as you cruise shimmering Ullswater Lake, taking in some of the best views of this region. Later, check into the lovingly restored country house overlooking Lake Windermere.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Alnwick Castle
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Alnwick Castle

      Discover majestic Alnwick Castleโ€™s magnificent interiors with a Local Expert before exploring Edinburghโ€™s beautiful, walkable city. Should you visit during August, witness The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, one of the most spectacular military concerts and celebration of the history, heritage and colors of Scotlandโ€™s regiments.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Highlights Of Beautiful Edinburgh
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Highlights Of Beautiful Edinburgh

      Explore the grounds of Edinburghโ€™s โ€œcastle on the hill,โ€ as your guide unlocks more than 900-years of history. Personalise your afternoon visiting the 17th-century Mary Kingโ€™s Close or with a stimulating whisky tasting. After a private performance from a former bagpiper to the Royals, a seasonal meal of fine dishes at award-winning Dine Edinburgh rounds off your final day.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Return To London
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Return To London

      After breakfast you are transferred to the station to board your first-class train service. Your cross-country journey takes you south through the green English countryside as you return to London. Upon arrival you are transferred to the Rubens at the Palace to check-in before you are at leisure to relax or continue exploring this fascinating city.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Depart London Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Depart London Relaxed Start

      Your Luxury Gold journey will come to an end after breakfast with an included transfer to London Heathrow Airport.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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