Itinerary
Day 1: Day 1 (Sunday) London arrival
Pass By: Marble Arch, Park Lane, London W1H 7EJ England
Check into your 4-star hotel at leisure on your first day. The Thistle Marble Arch is located in the heart of the capital and within walking distance of the famous stores of Oxford Street & Regent Street. Around the corner, you will find the Wallace Collection, a fascinating exhibition and a great place for a coffee.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Guests enjoy overnight stay at the Thistle Marble Arch Hotel 4* Hotel located right in the heart of the City
Day 2: (Monday) - Full day London
Stop At: London, London, England
Meet your Guide on Level 1 of the hotel at 8:45 am. Our panoramic tour London tour will depart promptly from the hotel at 9 am.
We will take you through the magnificent city and you will see: Marble Arch, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament,
No. 10 Downing Street, Albert Memorial, Kensington, Harrods
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Buckingham Palace, Spur Road, London SW1A 1AA England
Enjoy the historic Changing of the Guard ceremony* – a celebratory display of pageantry guaranteed to stir emotions.
*On days when there is no Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, we will visit Horse Guards Parade.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Tower of London, London EC3N 4AB England
You’ve arrived at… The Tower of London! This awe-inspiring fortress is an incredible survivor of a different era. Step inside and feel the atmosphere of bristling political intrigue and imprisonment all around you. See the brand new display of the world-famous Crown Jewels following the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and The Queen Consort. As well as a guided introduction, you will have time to explore.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: City Cruises London Tower Pier, Tower Millennium Pier, London EC3N 4DT, UK
Upon departure from the Tower of London, you will board the best cruise in the capital with London’s river experts. See London from the relaxing vantage point of the Thames as you enjoy world-famous landmarks and gain fascinating insights with live guided commentary. There is a covered as well as open-air area to cater to all weather types.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: London Eye, Westminster Bridge Road Riverside Building, County Hall, London SE1 7PB England
Your first day concludes with an absolute ‘wow’ as you take to the skies upon the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel – The London Eye.
Your constantly changing 360-degree view will take you 135 meters above the city as you see all of London spread out before you.
The London Eye is a symbol of the capital and still boasts the best vantage point from its unrivalled location opposite the Houses of Parliament.
Guests can see as far as Windsor Castle on a clear day.
Admission is based on a Standard Ticket and it takes 30 minutes to complete a full rotation on The London Eye.
Did you know? The London Eye has 32 fully inclusive air conditioned capsules - one for each London Borough.
Your itinerary concludes on this day as you step off The London Eye and the rest of your day and evening ahead is at leisure.
Either continue exploring from right in the heart of the City or make your way back to your hotel. Travel back to the hotel on this day is taken independently.
Duration: 45 minutes
Pass By: Marble Arch, London W1H 7EJ England
Enjoy your evening at leisure.
Your accommodation on this night is at the Thistle Marble Arch Hotel (or similar).
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Guests enjoy overnight stay at the Thistle Marble Arch hotel 4* Hotel located right in the heart of the City
Day 3: (Tuesday) London – Stonehenge – Salisbury - Bath
Stop At: Marble Arch, Park Lane, London W1H 7EJ England
Meet your Tour Director on Level 1 of the Thistle Marble Arch Hotel at 8:15 am before departing from the hotel at 8:30 am.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Stonehenge, Salisbury SP4 7DE England
Leaving London behind us we head into historic England. Our first stop is Stonehenge - a must-see symbol of Britain and one of the true wonders of the world. Our tour allows you time to not only visit the Monument but also enjoy the world-class visitor center - and its many historic artifacts that give a clue to their ancient past. Take some time to visit the gift shop with its numerous unique items or grab a coffee in the on-site café.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Salisbury, Salisbury, Wiltshire, England
Close by is the medieval city of Salisbury, home to its stunning Cathedral, adorned with its incredible spire. On arrival into Salisbury, you will be wowed by the sheer size and spectacle of the Cathedral. Enjoy a walking tour of the exterior with your Guide and free time for lunch.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Bath, Bath, Somerset, England
In the late afternoon, we visit the stunning setting of Bath and home for the next two nights on your tour. One of the most picturesque parts of the country, Bath has numerous highlights from Pulteney Bridge over the River Avon, the Holburne Museum (a ‘Bridgerton’ filming location), and gorgeous Sydney Gardens.
Duration: 7 hours
Pass By: Bath, Bath, Somerset, England
Check into your 4* hotel - the Hampton by Hilton Bath - located right in the heart of the City and enjoy your evening at leisure.
Please note: while there is no evening restaurant at the hotel you are right in the middle of the main area of Bath with numerous restaurants catering for all appetites.
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Accommodation included: Guests enjoy overnight stay at the Hampton by Hilton Bath hotel 4* Hotel located right in the heart of the City
Day 4: (Wednesday) Bath – Full day
Stop At: The Roman Baths, Abbey Church Yard, Bath BA1 1LZ England
After breakfast take a stroll with your Guide to visit the Roman Baths – during the quietest time of day, before the crowds.
Walk in the footsteps of the Romans and explore one of the finest spas of the ancient world. Located below street level you will descend to the site of the Sacred Spring - hot water rises here every day as it has for over 2,000 years.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Sydney Gardens, Bathwick, Bath BA2 1EE England
Our expert guide will take you on a walking tour starting from the Roman Baths and passing Sydney Gardens sharing valuable insights along the way.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath BA2 4DB England
Continuing your walking tour your guide will take you past the Holburne Museum used as a filming location for the Bridgerton TV series.
Pass By: Pulteney Bridge, Bridge Street, Bath BA2 4AT England
During your walking tour pass over the magnificent Pulteney Bridge - one of the main attractions in Bath and the perfect place to take a fabulous selfie with its gorgeous architecture and calming river passing beneath.
Pass By: The Jane Austen Centre, 40 Gay Street, Bath BA1 2NT England
Your expert guided walking tour takes you past the Jane Austen Centre - a museum dedicated to one of Bath's most celebrated authors.
Stop At: Bath, Bath, Somerset, England
Enjoy a full afternoon and overnight stay in Bath
Duration: 11 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Guests enjoy overnight stay at the Hampton by Hilton Bath hotel 4* Hotel located right in the heart of the City
Day 5: (Thursday) Bath – Lacock – Windsor - London
Stop At: Lacock Village, Lacock Abbey High Street, Lacock SN15 2LG England
Meet your Tour Director in the lobby of your hotel in Bath at 8:45 am for a 9 am departure.
The final day of your tour begins by leaving Bath for Lacock village – a location that has inspired many film and TV productions including Harry Potter, Downton Abbey, and Pride & Prejudice.
Enjoy a walking tour with your Guide of some of its highlights including a 14th-century Tithe Barn, and an 18th-century village lock-up, once used to detain local drunks and people awaiting trial.
Duration: 1 hour 12 minutes
Stop At: Windsor, Windsor, Windsor and Maidenhead, Berkshire, England
Guests can enjoy a full afternoon in Royal Windsor, on this relaxed tour, beginning with free time for lunch. Visit one of the many cafes and restaurants in the quaint cobbled streets – with everything from cream teas to hot lunches there is something for every appetite.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Windsor Castle, Castle Hill, Windsor SL4 1PD England
We reconvene for the final jewel in the crown – a visit to majestic Windsor Castle.
The Castle is the oldest and largest occupied in the world and has been home to 40 Monarchs. Marvel at the Gold, see an original Van Dyck painting, discover life in miniature with Queen Mary’s Doll House… and much more.
Ever wanted to attend a Royal wedding? Within the Castle grounds is St. George’s Chapel, a 500-year-old medieval marvel and the setting of numerous Royal weddings. It is also the final resting place for many Kings and Queens, including Henry VIII, Charles I and Queen Elizabeth II.
On this tour enjoy a full afternoon inside Windsor Castle. We then head back to London from 5:15pm approximately.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Pass By: Marble Arch, London W1H 7EJ England
We will arrive back at the Thistle Marble Arch Hotel by approximately 6:30 pm. Your night's accommodation is included allowing you to rest and relax after the tour and enjoy your evening at leisure.
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Guests enjoy overnight stay at the Thistle Marble Arch hotel 4* Hotel located right in the heart of the City
Day 6: (Friday) - London Departure
Pass By: Marble Arch, Park Lane, London W1H 7EJ England
Your tour concludes after a delicious breakfast and check-out (11 am) at The Thistle Marble Arch Hotel. We bid you a fond farewell and hope you will return to us on your next trip to the UK.
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No accommodation included on this day.