British Landscapes featuring The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

What's Included

• Accommodation

  Stay at the Apex Grassmarket in Edinburgh, the Holiday Inn York City Centre, Grosvenor Pulford Hotel and Spa, Hotel Indigo, and Tower Suites Hotel by Blue Orchid, offering a blend of comfort and convenience throughout your journey.

• Local Guides

  Discover Edinburgh’s fascinating history with a local guide and visit Edinburgh Castle.

• Transportation

  Travel through the UK using a combination of local passenger trains and scenic drives, allowing you to experience the picturesque landscapes and historic cities at a relaxed pace.

• Culinary Experiences

  Enjoy London’s culinary renaissance at a dinner highlighting contemporary British cuisine.

• Cultural Experiences

  Experience dinner theater in Stratford-upon-Avon.

• Sightseeing

  See the quintessential sights of London with a local guide.

• Festival Experience

  See The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the world-famous show and tribute to Scotland’s traditions.

What's Not Included

• Optional Tours

  Optional tour to a family-run Yorkshire vineyard and sample a selection of English wines over a home-cooked dinner is not included.
  
  

• Meals

  Lunches and some dinners are not included in the tour package.
  
  

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional activities, and gratuities are not included.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
  
  

Experiences

Discover Edinburgh’s fascinating history with a local guide and visit Edinburgh Castle.In Wales, meet the family that built a business with Anglesey sea salt.Connect with the literature and birthplace of Shakespeare in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Options

York: Yorkshire Heart Vineyard & Brewery On arrival you will be greeted with a glass of our own award-winning sparkling wine followed by a talk led by Chris, the vineyard owner, who will show you the vines, explain how they are grown, then into the winery where he shows the equipment and explains how the different wines are made. Returning to the winehouse/marquee where your evening meal will be served, there will be opportunity to taste 3 award-winning Latimer - white, rose and red - wines during the course of the evening with Chris explaining them to you. Duration approximately 3 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

This option is available to purchase up to 48 hours prior to the visit. This is a strict over 18 event as it involves alcohol.
This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. This option will be outdoors visiting the vineyards and indoors to experience the wine tasting and meal. It is an evening visit so dress appropriately for the weather. It will run in all weather with provisions made for inclement weather. For non-drinkers, there is no alternative option as it is a wine tasting event.

Culinaries

Enjoy London’s culinary renaissance at a dinner highlighting contemporary British cuisine.Experience dinner theater in Stratford-upon-Avon.Taste the best of modern Scottish fare in a traditional local restaurant.

Must See

See the quintessential sights of London with a local guide.Explore the wonderous York Minster.Stand in awe before the iconic spires of Oxford.See The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the world-famous show and tribute to Scotland’s traditions.

Choice Highlights

Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Castle is a historic castle and fortress located in Edinburgh, Scotland. It sits atop Castle Rock in the city center and is an integral part of Edinburgh’s skyline. In present day the castle is a major tourist attraction for the city. It is the most visited paid visitor attraction in Scotland.

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Since 1950 the iconic Edinburgh Military Tattoo has dazzled millions of spectators with performances from musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers. This epic show, unique every year, takes place at the haunting Edinburgh Castle illuminated under the open sky. In the past, the show’s themes have paid tribute to nature, Queen Elizabeth II's 90th birthday, and Scotland's homecoming, to name a few. This international festival comes alive with performers from a multitude of countries and audience members from around the world. Military pageantry and cultural celebrations, culminating with a spectacular fireworks display, set the stage for an amazing evening.

York The historic walled city of York in North Yorkshire is located in the northern part of England. Today York is still encircled by its ancient medieval walls. York was founded by the Romans in A.D. 71 and is considered to be one of the great cities of the medieval world.

Chester Visit the medieval walled city of Chester, England and feel its Roman roots. Its infamous city walls were built over two millennia ago and developed over time to protect the city. It is also home to the oldest racecourse and largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain. Explore the 700-year-old Chester’s Row shopping plaza.

Conwy Castle

Stratford-upon-Avon Stratford-upon-Avon is a town located in south Warwickshire, England on the River Avon. It is most famous for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare, one of the world’s great playwrights. Stratford is home to the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.

Oxford Oxford is a city in southern England and the county seat of the region of Oxfordshire. It is most known as the home for the prestigious Oxford University, the oldest university it the English speaking world. Oxford’s city center is a quaint historic area of the city popular with visitors and tourists.

Ashmolean Museum or Oxford Walking Tour Choose how you'd like to explore the charming and historic university city of Oxford. You may opt to visit Britains first ever public museum where you can savor the many treasures of the world famous collections inside -OR- you may choose to join a local expert on a leisurely 90-minute walking tour that peaks inside several of Oxfords famous colleges and universities, as well as visits to several filming locations for Harry Potter.



Ashmolean Museum

Activity Level: 1

Self-guided visit discovering half a million years worth of art and archeology in Britain's oldest museum dating back to the 1600's. See the world famous collection of Egyptian mummies as well as many artifacts from across cultures and timeframes. There are plenty opportunities to explore the many artifacts and perhaps enjoy the roof top restaurant.



Oxford Walking Tour

Activity Level: 2

90-minute guided walking tour of Oxford City taking in the exteriors of the colleges, famous for the academic history within them as well as being used for many filming aspects such as Morse and Harry Potter. Through the local expert, you learn about modern living in Oxford, as well as tales and secrets of the past. Learn about the cities connection to literal icons such as Carol Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien.

London A world in a city is a common way to describe the capital of England and its 9 million inhabitants. A cultural melting pot of over 230 nationalities, London is the financial, political and cultural capital of the UK and has a history dating before the Romans in A.D. 43.

Mode of Transport

Travel through the UK using a combination of local passenger trains and scenic drives, allowing you to experience the picturesque landscapes and historic cities at a relaxed pace.