Guide

Experienced driver and local touring guide

Transport

Transportation throughout by modern touring coach

Others

Working Sheepdog performance at Kincraig Visit Eilean Donan Castle, the famous 13th century castle in the Highlands Exclusive, pre-opening tour of Edinburgh Castle Panoramic tours of Liverpool, Chester, Cardiff, Glasgow & Edinburgh Train ride on the famous Ffestiniog Railway Walking tour of York, York Minster & Oxford Visit William Shakespeare’s birthplace Follow in the footsteps of the Beatles in Liverpool Admissions to: Windsor Castle, Oxford College visit, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Conwy Castle, Roman Baths, Saint Mungo’s Cathedral, Culzean Castle, Burns National Heritage Park, Eilean Donan Castle, Urquhart Castle, Culloden Moor Visitor’s Centre, Falkland Palace Flight from London to Glasgow Baggage handling

Meals

Full breakfast daily 2 x Signature evenings with dinner & entertainment 7 table d’hote evening meals

Accommodation

14 nights accommodation in first class hotels: Harte & Garter Hotel, Windsor DoubleTree by Hilton, Stratford-upon-Avon Aldwark Manor Hotel, York St. George’s Hotel, Llandudno New House Country Hotel, nr Cardiff Dorsett Shepherds Bush Hotel, London Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness Dunkeld House Hotel, Dunkeld InterContinental Edinburgh The George Hotel, Edinburgh

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Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

International flights are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Day 1 Cambridge
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cambridge

Meet your Tour Manager at the airport to begin this memorable journey through England and North Wales. Today, we travel to Cambridge – our first of 6 Heritage Cities – and embark on a walking tour. Learn about the history, culture and the world-changing discoveries that makes Cambridge home to more Nobel Prize winners than any other city. Afterwards, enjoy a ‘Punt’ along the River Cam, a long, wooden boat which glides through water, steered by a metal pole. Punting dates back as far as medieval times – these days they’re just for fun in Cambridge. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel.

Dinner/ Overnight – Clayton Hotel, Cambridge
Day 2 York
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

York

Leaving Cambridge we head north to another Heritage city, York. Upon arrival, meet your local guide and enjoy a walking tour of this beautiful & historic walled city. Look up and be awestruck by the ‘Heart of Yorkshire’, York Minster Cathedral with its stunning Gothic architecture. Meander through the cobbled streets and overhanging buildings that frame York Shambles, one of England’s most iconic shopping destinations. You will then have free time to discover all the city has to offer, including dungeons, Viking museums and artisan shops & markets. Tonight, we enjoy dinner at our hotel.

Dinner/ Overnight – The Grand Hotel, York
Day 3 Yorkshire Moors
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Yorkshire Moors

The North York Moors is a special place, forged by nature, shaped over generations – where peace and beauty rub shoulders with a rich history and a warm welcome. We travel to the coastal town of Whitby. Here there are many visitor attractions that are connected to the town’s fascinating past, such as the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, where you can learn about the famous explorer’s life in the port town, or you may want to visit the Dracula Experience on the seafront. We enjoy lunch today at one of the ‘must’ have fish & chip spots in the North of England. Afterwards, we board the infamous North York Moor Rail and experience the age of steam as we sit back and enjoy beautiful vistas of the North York Moors National Park. Tonight is a free evening to explore the bars & restaurants in the city.
Overnight – The Grand Hotel, York
Day 4 Liverpool & Chester
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Liverpool & Chester

This morning, we head east to Liverpool, a UNESCO City of Music. We meet our local guide, who will show us the origins of the greatest band in the world and the legacy the Beatles left behind in Liverpool. Visit iconic locations from the band’s story including their childhood homes, Penny Lane and Strawberry Fields. Next we visit the historic Royal Albert Dock, where we have an included entrance to The Beatles Story. We then make our way to Chester, where we spend the next 2 nights. Dinner tonight will be at our hotel.

Dinner/ Overnight – The Queen Hotel, Chester
Day 5 Llandudno & Llangollen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Llandudno & Llangollen

Today we cross the border into beautiful North Wales. Our day starts at the Victorian seaside town, Llandudno, renowned for its sweeping bay and Victorian era architecture. Here you will have free time to enjoy the quirky shops or perhaps stroll along the seafront promenade. Next, we make our way to the picturesque Llangollen Wharf, where we board our canal boat, the Thomas Telford. Enjoy peaceful cruising through the stunning Dee Valley, which has rightfully been awarded World Heritage Status, whilst live commentary from your skipper gives you the history, local knowledge and up to date gossip along the way. During our cruise we are served a delicious Afternoon Tea. This evening is at leisure.

Overnight – The Queen Hotel, Chester
Day 6 Snowdonia
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Snowdonia

Snowdonia is home to breathtaking peaks, spectacular lakes, rich history and a vibrant and unique culture. We have a leisurely day meandering through the scenic area and small villages that make this part of Wales a must see for all visitors. We will travel through Snowdonia National Park, seeing Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales, and visiting quaint villages along the way. After dinner we will travel by coach to a very special Male Choir Rehearsal – this will be a most memorable evening.

Overnight – The Queen Hotel, Chester
Day 7 Stratford Upon Avon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Stratford Upon Avon

This morning, we travel south to Warwickshire, and the historic city of Stratford Upon Avon. We start with a walking tour which introduces us to more than 800 years of history, seeing many buildings that have stood the test of time and would have been familiar to Shakespeare himself. We visit Shakespeare’s Schoolroom and Guildhall, where we are immersed into 16th century Stratford and sit in the very room that he sat as a pupil in the 1570’s. Then we enjoy an informative gin tasting, by Shakespeare Distillery, in beautiful and opulent surroundings. Discover the fascinating history of gin together with an insight into how the spirit is made. This is followed by a tasting of 3 Shakespeare Distillery spirits. Tonight, we dine at our hotel.

Dinner/ Overnight – Hotel Indigo, Stratford Upon Avon
Day 8 Bath
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bath

Our day is spent in the county of Somerset, with a visit to the beautiful city of Bath. Here we have a tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, travelling centuries in just a few steps, as you see the Roman Baths, dating back to 69AD, the Royal Crescent and Pulteney Bridge. Afterwards, enjoy a tour of Bath Abbey, with magnificent stained-glass windows, columns of honey-gold stone and some of the finest fan vaulting in the world. This all creates an extraordinary experience of light and space. Tonight, Stratford is yours to explore at leisure.
Overnight – Hotel Indigo, Stratford Upon Avon
Day 9 Cotswold & Oxford
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cotswold & Oxford

Making our way through the Cotswolds, we will stop in one of the quintessentially English villages of honey-coloured stone, before reaching the lovely city of Oxford. The City of Dreaming Spires, here you will have free time to explore the city on your own. You may want to visit the University and the Bodleian Library or look for that perfect keepsake in one of the many independent shops. Later we arrive in the nation’s capital, London. Here we spend our final 2 nights at The Riu Plaza. Tonight is at leisure.

Overnight – Riu Plaza, London
Day 10 London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

London

The full day is yours to explore all London has to offer using your Hop On/Hop Off pass. Check out the famous streets, squares, magnificent buildings, beautiful parks & great shopping. Tonight is at leisure, where you have the chance to explore some of London’s famous pubs & restaurants.

Overnight – Riu Plaza, London
Day 11 London To Glasgow
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

London To Glasgow

After a final hearty English breakfast, we head North to Scotland and arrive in Glasgow - enjoy a Hop on Hop off Sightseeing tour of the city before dinner at your accommodations in the heart of the city.

Dinner/Overnight — Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow
Day 12 Burns Country
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Burns Country

Depart for Rabbie Burns Country, where the first stop of the day is Burns National Heritage Park. The museum is the focal point of this beautifully landscaped park where visitors can cross the Brig o’Doon and visit the poet’s birthplace. Later, continue to Culzean Castle in Ayrshire. Culzean is surrounded by surging seas, lush forests, and secret gardens.

Overnight — Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow
Day 13 Loch Ness & Inverness
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Loch Ness & Inverness

Depart Glasgow for Inverness travelling along Scotland’s West Coast and Loch Ness. Highlights of the day include Loch Lomond, dramatic Glencoe, a visit to Urquhart Castle and a cruise on Loch Ness in search of Nessie, the Loch Ness Monster.

Dinner/Overnight — Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness
Day 14 Tuesday - Isle Of Skye
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tuesday - Isle Of Skye

Today a day trip to the Isle of Skye, one of Scotland’s most beautiful islands. First stop is Portree, capital of the island. You can enjoy some free time here, exploring the multi-coloured harbour, or warming up by a real coal fire in a local pub. On our return to Inverness, you will visit Eilean Donan Castle.

Dinner/Overnight — Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness
Day 15 Culloden & Speyside
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Culloden & Speyside

Today we head to Perthshire via Culloden Moor, site of the 1746 Battle of Culloden. Our next stop is at Kincraig for an impressive display from the Working Sheepdogs. Tonight, we have a Whisky Experience with tasting and chocolate pairing.

Dinner/Overnight—Dunkeld House Hotel, Dunkeld
Day 16 St Andrews & Edinburgh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

St Andrews & Edinburgh

This morning we will travel to St. Andrews, home of Scotland’s oldest university and capital of golf. Enjoy some leisurely time to explore and relax over lunch in one of the cute shops or cafes. Leaving St. Andrews, we head to Edinburgh for some time in the city and a free evening where you can wander out the front door of your central hotel and explore the iconic city.
Overnight — InterContinental Edinburgh The George
Day 17 Edinburgh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Edinburgh

After an early breakfast in the hotel, you will enjoy an exclusive, pre-opening tour of Edinburgh Castle. You will then enjoy a panoramic city tour of Edinburgh which features the “New” and the “Old” towns. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the city further. Tonight, you will attend the Spirit of Scotland Show, an evening of traditional entertainment and dinner at The Royal College of Surgeons.
Dinner/Entertainment/Overnight — InterContinental Edinburgh The George
Day 18 Tour Ends
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tour Ends

Sadly your tour ends today after a final hearty breakfast. Please inquire about our group transfer on offer.

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Itinerary of your trip British Classic

Cambridge

York

Yorkshire Moors

Liverpool & Chester

Llandudno & Llangollen

Snowdonia

Stratford Upon Avon

Bath

Cotswold & Oxford

London

London To Glasgow

Burns Country

Loch Ness & Inverness

Tuesday - Isle Of Skye

Culloden & Speyside

St Andrews & Edinburgh

Edinburgh

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