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Best Of Britain - Classic Group , Winter 2021 2022 (10 destinations)

11 days
Start and end in London
4.3
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 40
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    London

    Optional Activities

    • Walk along the Serpentine in Hyde Park
    • Window shopping in Knightsbridge
    • Stroll along the Thames to Tower Bridge
    • Visit Tower of London
    Landmarks
    Serpentine
    Knightsbridge
    Tower Bridge
    Tower of London
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    London to York

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome Dinner with Wine)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon
    • Explore Stratford-upon-Avon town
    • Walk the Shambles in York
    • View York Minster
    Landmarks
    Shakespeare's Birthplace
    Stratford-upon-Avon
    Shambles, York
    York Minster
  3. Day 3

    York to Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • See Hadrian's Wall
    • View Jedburgh Abbey
    Landmarks
    Hadrian's Wall
    Jedburgh Abbey
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  4. Day 4

    Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Palace of Holyroodhouse
    • See Sir Walter Scott Monument
    • Explore New Town
    • Visit Edinburgh Castle
    • View Honours of Scotland, Mons Meg, and Stone of Destiny

    Optional Activities

    • Attend Military Tattoo (select departures)
    Landmarks
    Palace of Holyroodhouse
    Royal Mile
    Sir Walter Scott Monument
    New Town, Edinburgh
    Edinburgh Castle
  5. Day 5

    Edinburgh to Glasgow

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • See Bannockburn
    • View Stirling Castle
    • Orientation tour of Glasgow
    • See George Square
    • View St. Mungo's Cathedral
    Landmarks
    Bannockburn
    Stirling Castle
    Trossachs
    Loch Lomond
    George Square
    St. Mungo's Cathedral
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  6. Day 6

    Glasgow to English Lake District

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with Wine)

    Included Activities

    • See Gretna Green
    • Learn about William Wordsworth
    • Visit Wordsworth's grave in Grasmere
    Landmarks
    Gretna Green
    Lake District
    Grasmere
  7. Day 7

    Lake District to Cardiff

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Ludlow and its castle
    • Explore Ludlow's open-air market
    • Orientation of Cardiff
    • View Cardiff Castle
    • See Principality Stadium
    Landmarks
    Ludlow Castle
    Ludlow
    Cardiff Castle
    Principality Stadium
  8. Day 8

    Cardiff to Cornwall

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • See Bath Abbey Church
    • Visit Roman Baths
    • Explore Glastonbury
    • See Glastonbury location of King Arthur and Holy Grail legend
    Landmarks
    Bath Abbey
    Roman Baths
    Glastonbury
  9. Day 9

    Cornwall and Devon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Celebration Dinner at Heskyn Mill - Farm-to-Table dining with organic seasonal produce and wine)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Cornish fishing village

    Optional Activities

    • Walk and foraging experience in Dartmoor
    • Scenic cruise of Plymouth harbour including Barbican, Citadel, Plymouth Hoe, and Mayflower Steps
    Landmarks
    Dartmoor
    Plymouth Harbour
    Barbican, Plymouth
    Citadel, Plymouth
    Plymouth Hoe
    Mayflower Steps
  10. Day 10

    Cornwall to London

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walk around Stonehenge
    Landmarks
    Stonehenge
  11. Day 11

    London

    Meals
    Breakfast
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4.3
Overall rating based on 6 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.8
  • Transport
    4.3
  • Guide
    4.0
  • Accommodation
    4.0
  • Food
    4.2
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    October 2nd, 2022
    5
    Greg is an excellent Tour Director. He was well organised and kept us well informed. He had interesting and amusing...
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    Thank you for sharing your Britain experience with us. We are pleased our Travel Director allowed you to witness the stunning attractions in Britain and immerse yourself in British culture. We hope you arrived home with many new friendships and with incredible memories.
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    July 22nd, 2022
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    Greg is an amazing tour guide! He is knowledgeable and friendly, and did a fantastic job managing our tour group. He...
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  • Best Of Britain - Classic Group , Winter 2021 2022 (10 destinations) reviewer 3
    July 18th, 2022
    5
    Our trip was fantastic and Greg made it extra special. He is fun, super organized, full of positive energy and love...
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    July 17th, 2022
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    Our entire family had such a wonderful time on this tour with Greg! Not only was Greg on top of each detail of the...
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    September 29th, 2017
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    Although I was most grateful to Insight for my single room, this, my 3rd tour with your company, was not up to your...
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    September 25th, 2017
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    We booked the Best of Britain insight vacation. Having just arrived in London, we are less than impressed with the...
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