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Itinerary
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Day1
Toronto - London
Overnight flight from Toronto to London
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Day2
London
London's vibrant city streets are your launchpad to an epic journey through the iconicsights of Britain. Embrace the pomp andceremony of this multi-cultural capital,exploring the treasures of its former Empirein museums, rambling through its picturesqueRoyal Parks or admiring the ancient façadesthat line its grand boulevards and hiddenlanes.Hotel(s): Park Plaza Riverbank, Park PlazaCounty Hall or similar -
Day3
BExplore Historic London
Join a Local Specialist today for a tour of thecity's iconic sights. See Big Ben and theimposing Houses of Parliament on the banksof the Thames, then Buckingham Palace, theofficial UK residence of the Britishsovereigns since the mid-19th century. Therest of the day is yours to explore London -an effortless mix of centuries-old heritageand modern sophistication.Hotel(s): Park Plaza County Hall, Park PlazaRiverbank or similar -
Day4
B,DJourney to Stonhenge, Bath and Exeter
Meet your Travel Director and commenceyour journey through the rolling green andgolden landscapes of rural Wiltshire toSalisbury Plain. We tread in the footsteps ofdruids and pagans at Stonehenge, beforetravelling to UNESCO-listed Bath with itselegant Georgian façades and the centuriesoldRoman Baths. Our home for the next twonights is the historic cathedral city of Exeter,where we will enjoy a memorable WelcomeDinner this evening at our hotel.Hotel(s): Mercure Southgate or similar -
Day5
BPlymouth-Polperro-Dartmoor
Our first stop today is in the ancient port cityof Plymouth, where we’ll delve into thehistory of the brave Pilgrim Fathers who setsail for an unknown New World from itsshores. See the Royal Citadel overlookingPlymouth Sound and consider an optionalcruise around the dramatic coastline. Wetake a step back in time at our next stop –the delightful village of Polperro. Continuingalong the brooding moorland of Dartmoor,we arrive at Buckfast Abbey, where we’llDive Into Culture and gain insights into howBenedictine monks have lived and prayedfor over 1,000 years.Hotel(s): Mercure Southgate or similar -
Day6
B,LGlastonbury-Cardiff
Enjoy a scenic drive through the prettyDevon and Somerset countryside to mysticalGlastonbury, where we'll visit the ruinedAbbey, said to be the final resting place ofKing Arthur. Your journey back to a time ofknights, lords and ladies is just beginningand you’ll head to Somerset for anunforgettable experience with Ian and AnnDyer who are your warm Be My Guest hostson their modern-day dairy farm, whereguests will get to see the ancient manorwhich was mentioned in the Domesday bookof 1085. The Dyers both hail from oldfarming families and you’ll learn what life islike in the rural countryside and the historicalsignificance of their home as you ConnectWith Locals over a lunch featuring familyfavourites prepared by keen cook, Ann. Wejourney to Cardiff, the capital of Wales,where we'll explore the proud heritage ofthe Welsh and modern icons, including thePrincipality Stadium during an orientationtour.Hotel(s): Leonardo Hotel Cardiff or similar -
Day7
BLudlove-Chester-Liverpool
Tudor history is explored this morning as wevisit the historic towns of Ludlow and Chesterwith their characteristic black-and-white halftimberedbuildings. Join your Travel Directorfor an orientation walk past these famousTudor Rows and enjoy views of Chester'smedieval city walls and red sandstoneCathedral. The haunt of the 'Fab Four' is ourfinal stop today. Join a Local Specialist togain insight into Liverpool's Beatles' historyand enjoy a free evening in one of Britain'sedgiest cities.Hotel(s): Leonardo Hotel Liverpool or similar -
Day8
B,DLake District-Glasgow
Rolling Lancashire pastures give way to thesoul-stirring Lake District, whose beautifulscenery has inspired poets and writers forcenturies. We travel along the shores ofLake Windermere, through countryside madefamous by the poet William Wordsworth.Stop in Gretna Green on the Scottishborder, where many an eloping couple havetied the knot. We arrive in Glasgow later foran orientation tour, including views of theCathedral, magnificent George Square andthe Clyde River, the former heart of theshipbuilding industry. This evening, enjoy aRegional Dinner in a local restaurant.Hotel(s): Crowne Plaza, Novotel or similar -
Day9
B,DFort William-Scottish Highlands
Journey along Loch Lomond, whose bonniebanks were immortalised in the well-knownScottish song. We arrive in Glencoe andremember the MacDonald clansmen whodied tragically in the 1692 massacre whichled this place to be called the 'Glen ofWeeping'. At the World War II CommandoMemorial near Fort William, we admireviews of Britain's highest mountain, BenNevis. Our day in beautiful surrounds comesto an end with a cosy dinner at our hotellocated within the Cairngorms National Parkin the Scottish Highlands.Hotel(s): Laggan, Craiglynne or similar -
Day10
B,DDiscover the Isle of Skye
We travel to the coast this morning to theIsle of Skye where a Local Specialist willtake us on a journey to view the remarkableCuillin Mountains. Against the backdrop ofheather-clad mountains, we stop at theancient settlement of Kyleakin. Later, wecross back to the mainland to view scenicEilean Donan Castle. Travel through theScottish Highlands past its picturesque lochsand glens, keeping your camera at theready to capture ‘Nessie’ if you can.Hotel(s): Laggan, Carrbridge or similar -
Day11
BEdinburgh
Heading back to the lowlands of Scotland,we stop in Pitlochry before heading to thehistoric home of golf, St. Andrews. Here, thefirst games were played during the 1400s.See its famous 18th hole before crossing theFirth of Forth to Scotland's enchantingcapital, Edinburgh.Hotel(s): Delta Hotels by Marriott or similar -
Day12
BUncover Edinburgh"s Treasures
Ramble up the Royal Mile today and see theiconic sights of one of Britain's mostenchanting cities. The elegant Palace ofHolyroodhouse, in the shadow of Arthur'sSeat, and the Scottish Parliament feature onyour sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist.Visit Edinburgh Castle perched atop CastleRock overlooking the city. Admire theelegant Georgian architecture in the NewTown and amble through the hiddenpassages of the Old Town before enjoyingan evening at leisure. Consider an OptionalExperience including traditional song, danceand Scottish fare.Hotel(s): Delta Hotels by Marriott or similar -
Day13
B,DAlnwick-York
We travel to the medieval market town ofAlnwick this morning, where we'll see theimpressive castle home to the Duke ofNorthumberland and the Tenantry Column,upon which the Percy Lion sits and surveysthe town. Journey through Northumberland tothe cathedral city of York. We’ll embark anorientation walk past its cobblestoneShambles and see the inspiring Minster withits 'heart of Yorkshire' before joining ournewfound friends for a Farewell Dinner.Hotel(s): Novotel Centre or similar -
Day14
BStratford-upon-Avon - London
Shakespeare's legacy and life arecelebrated in his hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon, which we will have an opportunity tovisit today on our return to London. SeeAnne Hathaway's thatched cottage and visitShakespeare's Birthplace and Visitor Centre.Later, we travel back to London for our finalnight at leisureHotel(s): Park Plaza Riverbank or similar -
Day15
BLondon-Toronto
Say a fond farewell to London and yournewfound friends at the end of anunforgettable journey.Flight to Toronto
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