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Gems of Southern England
Windsor/London 2024 (8 Days)
Tour Description:
Visit England and Scotland, seeing the highlights of London; exploring the musical heritage of Liverpool, the home of the Beatles; traveling through the Lake District which inspired Beatrix Potter. Visit Edinburgh; enjoy a festive traditional dinner and Scottish ceilidh; taste whisky in the distillery where it is made, and more!
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Dates & Pricing
| Saturday 13 Jul 24 — Sunday 21 Jul 24 | Starting at $3,445 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 17 Aug 24 — Sunday 25 Aug 24 | Starting at $4,045 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 31 Aug 24 — Sunday 08 Sep 24 | Starting at $3,445 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 14 Sep 24 — Sunday 22 Sep 24 | Starting at $4,045 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 21 Sep 24 — Sunday 29 Sep 24 | Starting at $3,445 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 05 Oct 24 — Sunday 13 Oct 24 | Starting at $3,195 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates. Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingAuthentic Local Experiences:
- Visit Blenheim Palace – the birthplace of Winston Churchill, it gives insight into the real world that inspired Downton Abbey.
- Explore Portsmouth’s Historic Dockyard; at the height of the British Empire, it was the world’s greatest naval port.
- Visit Kensington Palace, the childhood home of Queen Victoria and home to many notable royals over the last 300 years.
Trip Highlights:
- Stonehenge
- Kensington Palace
- Blenheim Palace
- Roman Baths
- Canterbury Cathedral
- Windsor Castle
Dining Experiences:
- 7 Breakfasts (B), 1 Lunches (L) and 4 Dinners (D)
Hotels:
- Castle Hotel Windsor | Windsor (1)
- DoubleTree by Hilton Bath | Bath (2)
- DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metrople | Brighton (1)
- Chilston Park Hotel | Maidstone (1)
- 100 Queen's Gate Hotel London, Curio Collection | London (2)
ITINERARY
ITINERARYArrival | Windsor Castle
Your tour departs at 2:00 PM from your Windsor hotel. Venture to see the splendors of Windsor Castle, a residence of the King, and the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group, and dine and explore this intriguing medieval town as you wish this evening.
Blenheim Palace | Cotswolds | Bath
Travel to Blenheim Palace, the magnificent country house once home to Winston Churchill and often seen as the setting for popular TV shows and movies; tour the house and explore the gardens. Set off on a drive through the rolling hills of the quintessentially English Cotswolds, with charming villages and colorful gardens. Arrive in Bath, a striking city of honey-colored Georgian buildings with an ancient heritage. Take a walking tour of the city before visiting the famed Roman Baths. Dine at your hotel this evening. (B, D)
Stonehenge | Salisbury
Visit prehistoric Stonehenge and marvel at the vast monoliths mysteriously erected 5,000 years ago. Head to the medieval city of Salisbury, with free time for lunch and sightseeing. Along with charming local shops, Salisbury boasts a splendid 13th-century cathedral housing the world’s oldest working clock. Head back to Bath, where your evening is free to explore and dine as you wish. (B)
Winchester | Portsmouth | Brighton
Visit Winchester, where some say the legendary King Arthur had his roundtable. Then, delve into nautical life at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, where you can step aboard some of Britain’s most notable ships, and see the Mary Rose, King Henry VIII’s favorite ship. Head on to your seafront hotel in Brighton, a friendly, creative city that’s been popular as a resort area for centuries. Enjoy dinner with your group. (B, D)
Birling Gap | Royal Tunbridge Wells | Sissinghurst
Visit Birling Gap for a gentle cliff walk. Head to Royal Tunbridge Wells, a delightful old spa town, for some free time to discover its exquisite Georgian and Victorian architecture and charming shops and pubs. Next take a stroll to explore Sissinghurst Castle Garden, one of the finest gardens in England. Proceed to your hotel for dinner. (B, D)
Canterbury Cathedral | Leeds Castle
Journey to the beautiful city of Canterbury. Take time to explore its medieval center before visiting its imposing cathedral and hearing some of its enthralling tales. Proceed to romantic Leeds Castle in Kent, once called “the loveliest castle in the world”. Tour this storybook structure, complete with a moat, and discover its colorful gardens. Head to London where you’ll dine with your group. (B, D)
Kensington Palace | London Exploring
Visit Kensington Palace, the home of the Prince and Princess of Wales, William and Kate. Next, savor a light lunch, and then the rest of the day is yours to explore the amazing city of London as you wish. (B, L)
Your Tour Ends In London
Your program ends after breakfast. (B)
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
