Accommodation

Hilton Kensington Clayton Mercure Atlantic Tower Holiday Inn Novotel Center

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Trafalgar 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. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

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York: Enjoy a traditional British dinner hosted by a local family in the dining room of their historical country home overlooking picturesque scenery in the Vale of York. Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring monoliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years. Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian façades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name. Cardiff: Learn more about Wales’ capital and cultural hub, Cardiff, as you enjoy an orientation of this vibrant city with your Travel Director. Ludlow: Explore the narrow streets and lanes in front of the castle. Admire the medieval timber-framed buildings and Tudor architecture. Lake District: Drive through the hauntingly beautiful Lakes District, immortalized by literary greats of the Romantic Movement. Gretna Green: Visit the famous spot where runaway lovers were married. Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse. York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city. Stratford-upon-Avon: Learn about the life of William Shakespeare, arguably history’s most famous writer, when you visit his birthplace. Then enjoy some time to explore this pretty town with its iconic Tudor houses. Bath: Visit the incredibly well-preserved Roman Baths. Discover 2000 years of history and learn how this hub of culture is pioneering new educational investments to benefit the community. Its school educational program actively supports local schools and students to learn about the cultural heritage of the region. The Roman Baths experience advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education. Explore London and Edinburgh Discover Bath, Cardiff, Liverpool and York Visit Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, the Tudor town of Ludlow, Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle, and Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon View Cardiff Castle, the Lake District’s magnificent scenery, Hadrian’s Wall, York Minster in York, and Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon See the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates All transport and transfers shown An expert Travel Director and professional Driver London: The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar’s recommended London hotel London: Pick-up and drop-off when you stay at the Trafalgar recommended London hotel, booked through Trafalgar Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

Meals

8 Breakfast (B) 2 Dinner (D)

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

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Others

Other activities and services not included

Optional

Cardiff Castle Tour £21.00 Famous Sights and the Fab Four £16.50 Local Dinner Evening £38.00 Private Cruise On Lake Windermere £17.00 Windermere Cruise And Steam Train Ride £19.00 Dinner And Drive To Historic Torphichen £46.00 Royal Yacht Britannia £23.00 Scottish Show With Dinner £60.00 Edinburgh Castle Experience £25.00 Cardiff Castle Tour £21.00

Flights

International flights not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included

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

Day 1: Welcome To London

Brightly colored Union Jacks pave your way to an unforgettable journey through Britain, which kicks off in London. Visit ’The City’ and see the imposing dome of Christopher Wren’s St. Paul’s and the Tower of London, or admire the pageantry of royal palaces, cathedrals and parks, exploring the city on your own terms.
Day 2 Day 2: Explore The Sights Of London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Explore The Sights Of London

Join a Local Specialist today for a grand exploration of the vibrant British capital, including such sights as Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament on the banks of the Thames, then Buckingham Palace, the official UK residence of British sovereigns since 1837. Spend the rest of the day on your own, exploring the centuries-old heritage and modern sophistication of London.
Day 3 Day 3: Journey To Stonehenge, Bath And Cardiff
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Journey To Stonehenge, Bath And Cardiff

Embark on a mesmerizing sojourn past rolling hills and farmlands of England. Head west to Stonehenge’s megaliths, whose centuries-old mysteries have yet to be fully revealed. The elegant Georgian architecture of Bath takes center stage during your visit to this famous spa town. See the Abbey and visit the Roman Baths on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience before crossing the Severn Estuary to Cardiff. Tonight, celebrate the beginning of an epic adventure through Great Britain over dinner.
Day 4 Day 4: Through The Scenic Countryside To Liverpool
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Through The Scenic Countryside To Liverpool

Delve into the proud culture and heritage of the Welsh as you embark on an orientation of the city. Journey to Ludlow to see its half-timbered Tudor houses, medieval walls and historic castle. Continue north through the Shropshire Hills and Cheshire landscapes to Liverpool, hometown of the Fab Four, for an opportunity to visit The Cavern Club, where The Beatles once played.
Day 5 Day 5: Venture To The Romantic Lake District And On To Edinburgh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Venture To The Romantic Lake District And On To Edinburgh

The enchanting views of Britain’s Lake District provide a scenic backdrop for our drive north to Scotland. Skirt the romantic shores of Lake Windermere and enjoy views that inspired literary greats like William Wordsworth. We stop at the runaway wedding capital that is Gretna Green where ’Blacksmith Priests’ would marry couples over the Marriage Anvil. Later, we arrive in enchanting Edinburgh – our home for the next two nights. This evening, consider attending a lively Scottish banquet with traditional haggis and bagpipes. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.
Day 6 Day 6: Discover Edinburgh’S Treasures
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Discover Edinburgh’S Treasures

Ramble up the Royal Mile in the mesmerizing medieval city of Edinburgh, where you’ll join a Local Specialist on an included city sightseeing tour. Stroll through the Old Town and view Arthur’s Seat and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, for centuries the seat of the kings and queens of the Scots. Visit Edinburgh Castle perched atop Castle Rock overlooking the city. Spend the rest of the day exploring Auld Reekie’s medieval relics and elegant Georgian and Gothic façades on your own, or join your Travel Director on an Optional Experience to visit Rosslyn Chapel.
Day 7 Day 7: Explore Hadrian’S Wall And Onwards To York Connect With Locals
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Explore Hadrian’S Wall And Onwards To York Connect With Locals

Trace the northern frontier of the Roman Empire at Hadrian’s Wall before crossing the River Tyne and venturing south to York. Walk along The Shambles and view York Minster, one of the greatest cathedrals in the world. This evening join a family at their stately home in York for a Be My Guest experience and some hearty British home-cooked hospitality.
Day 8 Day 8: Admire Stratford-Upon-Avon And Return To London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Admire Stratford-Upon-Avon And Return To London

Learn about Shakespeare’s life at his Birthplace and Visitor Center in Stratford-upon-Avon, and view Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage before returning to London.
Day 9 Day 9: Cheerio London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Cheerio London

Say farewell to your fellow travelers and Travel Director as you return home with magical memories.

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Real Britain (9 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Real Britain (9 Days)

Day 1: Welcome To London

Day 2: Explore The Sights Of London

Day 3: Journey To Stonehenge, Bath And Cardiff

Day 4: Through The Scenic Countryside To Liverpool

Day 5: Venture To The Romantic Lake District And On To Edinburgh

Day 6: Discover Edinburgh’S Treasures

Day 7: Explore Hadrian’S Wall And Onwards To York Connect With Locals

Day 8: Admire Stratford-Upon-Avon And Return To London

Day 9: Cheerio London

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