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'Magna Carta'
River Thames
Tour Description:
Lovely ‘Magna Carta’ takes you on a voyage of
discovery on the River Thames. Explore the tapestry of
English history with visits to 11th-century Windsor Castle
and Dorney Court, a Tudor manor house, and the lush
gardens of 17th-century Cliveden —
home of the Astors.
Later, meet master craftspeople at work in a boatyard.
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Dates & Pricing
| Sunday 28 Apr 24 — Sunday 22 Sep 24 | Starting at $7,050 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 29 Sep 24 — Sunday 20 Oct 24 | Starting at $6,090 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 - SUNDAY
Meet in London for a traditional English cream tea before transferring to ‘Magna Carta,’ moored at Hampton Court. After a reception and captain’s welcome, sit down to a gourmet dinner on board.
Day 2 - MONDAY
Visit Hampton Court Palace, built by Cardinal Wolsey in the early 16th century. Wander through the 60 acres of beautiful riverside gardens with their famous maze before an afternoon cruise to Bell Weir Lock at Runnymede.
Day 3 - TUESDAY
'Magna Carta' cruises past its namesake memorial this morning where the first Bill of Rights was signed in 1215. In the afternoon, visit Windsor Castle. Built in the 11th century by William the Conqueror, it is still inhabited by the modern-day Royal Family.
Day 4 - WEDNESDAY
Cruise to Boveney Lock for a private tour of Dorney Court, which has been owned by the Palmer Family for 450 years. It has provided a lovely setting for films such as Poirot and The Other Boleyn Girl. Then cruise to an exclusive mooring on the celebrated estate of Cliveden.
Day 5 - THURSDAY
At Cookham, visit the Stanley Spencer Gallery with time to walk in the village he loved and frequently painted. Continue to Hurley-on-Thames to observe traditional craftspeople working at Peter Freebody's boatyard, a fixture on the Thames for more than 300 years.
Day 6 - FRIDAY
Take a drive to Oxford, one of England's oldest university towns. Tour Christ Church, Oxford's grandest college, before returning to 'Magna Carta' for a gala farewell dinner to end the memorable week.
Day 7 - SATURDAY
After breakfast, disembark at Henley-on-Thames and transfer back to London where your journey ends.
