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A Taste of Britain
This 7-day vacation offers a perfect sampling of the English countryside, Edinburgh, and the Scottish Lowlands. Depart London to see some of England's highlights including the university city of Cambridge, beautiful Belvoir Castle, and the medieval city of York. In Scotland, enjoy visits to Sir Walter Scott's Abbotsford House; Edinburgh and its mighty castle; and Gretna Green, where the blacksmith used to wed runaway couples. Then journey through the tranquil Lake District and take a walking tour in Chester. At Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon explore the Bard's birthplace. Top off your exciting vacation with a stay in London, and perhaps an evening cruise on the River Thames.

Tickets for the world-renowned Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for tours 0804, 0811, and 0818.

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Tour OperatorGlobus
Duration
7 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
Itinerary
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1Board your overnight transatlantic flight(Sat.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight.
Day 2London(Sun.) Uniformed Globus Hosts will be waiting to welcome you. After checking into your hotel and an afternoon at leisure we recommend our optional Taste of London excursion with dinner followed by a guided illuminations cruise on the River Thames.
Day 3York(Mon.) After a hearty English breakfast, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions and depart London at 8 a.m. for a day of northbound travel packed with attractions: the beautiful university city of Cambridge, one of the country's oldest seats of learning; BELVOIR CASTLE, the stately home of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland, which houses one of England's finest private art collections. In York follow your Tour Director on a walking tour through a maze of quaint medieval streets, including the narrow Shambles. Stand in awe in front of the great structure of York Minster, then explore its treasures. Before dinner at your hotel in York join your Tour Director for a toast to happy touring with a congenial group. (FB,D)
Day 4Edinburgh(Tue.) First today inspect a section of Hadrian's Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes. Vistas of wild Northumberland National Park on the way to the Scottish border, then Jedburgh Abbey ruins and glimpses of the house of Mary, Queen of Scots before a fascinating guided visit to Sir Walter Scott's ABBOTSFORD HOUSE. Arrive later this afternoon in Edinburgh, the elegant capital city. Tonight an optional Scottish evening with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and the Ceremony of the Haggis. For departure numbers 0804, 0811, and 0818 the optional Scottish evening is replaced with included tickets for tonight's performance of the world-renowned MILITARY TATTOO, a vast spectacle of massed Scottish pipe bands which takes place in an arena on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle. (FB)
Day 5Chester(Wed.) Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old "New Town" and famous scientists, inventors, and novelists. In the "Old Town" drive up the narrow Royal Mile to EDINBURGH CASTLE to admire Scotland's Crown Jewels. On the way through the history-steeped Lowland Hills, visit Gretna Green, where the blacksmith used to wed runaway couples. In the tranquil Lake District, often considered the finest of England's national parks, take a break in Wordsworth's beloved Grasmere. Spend the night at Chester, the historic walled city on the River Dee. (FB,D)
Day 6London(Thu.) On this morning's Chester walking tour see the Roman remains, the black and white half-timbered buildings, and the two-tiered arcades called the "Rows." In Stratford-upon-Avon take your photos of Anne Hathaway's Cottage, visit SHAKESPEARE'S BIRTHPLACE, and stroll through the picturesque town. Skirting the Cotswold Hills, return to London around 4 p.m. How about celebrating the success of your vacation by taking in a West End show tonight? (FB)
Day 7Return Home(Fri.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (FB)
Dates/Pricing
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DateDescriptionPrice FromQuote
July 13, 2008Land/Cruise Price$1,049.00 (USD)Quote
July 27, 2008Land/Cruise Price$1,029.00 (USD)Quote
August 03, 2008Land/Cruise Price - Popular Departure$1,069.00 (USD)Quote
August 10, 2008Land/Cruise Price - Popular Departure$1,069.00 (USD)Quote
August 17, 2008Land/Cruise Price - Popular Departure$1,069.00 (USD)Quote
August 31, 2008Land/Cruise Price$1,049.00 (USD)Quote
September 14, 2008Land/Cruise Price$1,059.00 (USD)Quote
September 21, 2008Land/Cruise Price - Popular Departure$1,049.00 (USD)Quote
September 28, 2008Land/Cruise Price$1,049.00 (USD)Quote
Lodging
LONDON Novotel London West (F)YORK Ramada (F)
EDINBURGH Mount Royal Ramada (F)CHESTER Ramada (F)
Disclaimer
Popular Departure - due to itinerary and time of year, this departure historically sells out quickly. Early booking is encouraged.

US$ Price Details

Applicable air fare taxes and fees

Single room supplement:
$263

Triple room reduction per person:
$49

Extra nights per person in London:
Apr.: in single room $142, in twin room $86, in triple room $75
May-Oct.: in single room $232, in twin room $165, in triple room $146


Our volume buying power saves you money!
-We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city.
-Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available at our low prices.

Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.

Price Guarantee: All vacation prices are based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Prices are subject to increase without notice if such rates change prior to departure. The current price will be confirmed at the time of reservation. However, once Globus has received your deposit for any vacation departing during the current year, that land price is guaranteed, and any subsequent land cost increases are at our expense, not including any government tax increases. Airfares included as part of air-inclusive vacation prices are guaranteed when we receive confirmation of air itinerary and full payment. Vacation prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single room supplements and triple room reductions may be applicable.

Not included in the tour price: Federal Inspection Fees for the U.S. Customs and immigration; International Air Transportation Tax; agricultural tax; any other taxes; security fee; airport taxes and fees; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your tour director; tour host; tour driver; local city guides; gratuities on ferries, trains and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table d'hote menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature.

  
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