Amazing Britain
Amazing Britain
$3350
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Amazing Britain" tour, a captivating journey through the heart of England and Scotland. Begin in the vibrant city of London, exploring its rich royal heritage before venturing to the historic towns of Stratford-upon-Avon and York. Discover the medieval charm of Durham and the breathtaking landscapes of the Scottish Highlands. Experience the cultural allure of Edinburgh, with a visit to its iconic castle, and enjoy a taste of local life with a farm lunch in the Lake District. Marvel at the ancient wonders of Stonehenge and the Roman Baths in Bath. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, with expert guidance and comfortable accommodations throughout. Enjoy the flexibility of optional experiences and the convenience of included meals, making this an unforgettable exploration of Britain's most iconic sites. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to London
Location: London
Accommodation: Hilton Kensington
Accommodation Name: Hilton Kensington
Embrace the pomp and pageantry of a global capital with multi-cultural verve. Today is yours to explore the vibrant mix of old and new around every turn. Spend the day delving into the royal heritage of London, stroll along the tree-lined Thames or admire treasures from across the globe, before enjoying the night-time buzz of this city.
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Day 2: Journey to Stratford-upon-Avon and on to Leeds
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, York, Leeds
Accommodation: Clayton Hotel Leeds
Accommodation Name: Clayton Hotel Leeds
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join your Travel Director this morning and indulge your love of theater and poetry. We travel to romantic Stratford-upon-Avon, made famous by its favorite son, William Shakespeare, whose extraordinary works have been admired by audiences for over 500 years. View Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage and visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitor Center for insights into the life of the 'Bard of Avon', before exploring the charming cobblestone streets of his hometown. Continue to the ancient cathedral city of York where we will enjoy an orientation walk to view its ancient city walls, picturesque Shambles and magnificent 800-year-old Minster. Enjoy a memorable dinner and delicious local pub fare before continuing to your hotel in Leeds.
Day 3: Cross Hadrian’s Wall and onwards to Edinburgh
Location: Durham, Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland National Park, Jedburgh Abbey, Edinburgh
Accommodation: Holiday Inn
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
We venture north to the medieval riverside town of Durham, whose exquisite 11th century cathedral sits imposingly alongside Durham Castle watching over the streets below. We cross what was once the northern frontier of the Roman Empire, Hadrian's Wall, before enjoying a scenic drive through the soul-stirring landscapes of Northumberland National Park. Admire spectacular views of the windswept Cheviot Hills as you cross the Scottish border, stopping to admire the 12th century ruins of Jedburgh Abbey en route to Edinburgh.
Day 4: Discover Enchanting Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Accommodation: Holiday Inn
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fall in love with the enchanting city of Edinburgh as you join a Local Specialist to discover what lies behind its medieval façades. Ramble up the Royal Mile and enjoy astounding views of the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament. Visit Edinburgh Castle perched atop Castle Rock overlooking the city. Spend some free time this afternoon strolling through Edinburgh and admiring ancient relics. Tickets to The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that align with performance dates.
Day 5: Venture into the Scottish Highlands
Location: St. Andrews, Pitlochry, Scottish Highlands
Accommodation: Highlander
Accommodation Name: Highlander
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Cross the Firth of Forth to the ancient Kingdom of Fife and St. Andrews. This famous golf course is renowned for its 18th hole and 700-year-old Swilcan Bridge.We continue our journey into the dramatic Scottish Highlands, where we’ll Dive Into Culture at a Distillery and sample a wee dram of whisky. Visit picture-perfect Pitlochry, on the edge of the Ben Vrackie and Cairngorms National Park, before arriving at your hotel in the Scottish Highlands where you'll dine tonight.
Day 6: Onwards to Loch Lomond and Glasgow’s Rich Legacy
Location: Scottish Highlands, Spean Bridge, Ben Nevis, Glencoe, Loch Lomond, Glasgow, St. Mungo's Cathedral, George Square
Accommodation: Novotel
Accommodation Name: Novotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
The arresting beauty of the Scottish Highlands provides a stunning backdrop for today's leisurely drive to Glasgow. View the World War II Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge and admire views of Britain's highest mountain – Ben Nevis. Continue on towards Glencoe, the site of a bloody massacre in 1692 following the Jacobite Uprising. In Glencoe Valley, join a ranger for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, learn about the protection of this rare ecosystem and the important work reintroducing lost indigenous species to its flora and fauna. Travel to the 'bonnie' banks of Scotland's prettiest loch, Loch Lomond.We arrive in Glasgow this afternoon where our orientation will take us past St. Mungo's Cathedral and George Square.
Day 7: Explore the Lake District and Journey to Liverpool Connect with Locals
Location: Gretna Green, Lake District, Lake Windermere, Liverpool
Accommodation: Mercure Atlantic Tower
Accommodation Name: Mercure Atlantic Tower
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today's first stop is in the runaway wedding capital, Gretna Green, where eloping couples would exchange their vows over the Marriage Anvil.Returning to England, we Connect With Locals, joining Christine for lunch at a Be My Guest experience on her family's farm. See beautiful Lake District landscapes and skirt the romantic shores of Lake Windermere, the largest lake in England, arriving in edgy Liverpool of 'Fab Four' fame, for an evening at leisure.
Day 8: Through the Beautiful Welsh Countryside to Discover Bristol
Location: Ludlow, Bristol, SS Great Britain, Clifton Suspension Bridge
Accommodation: Aztec Hotel & Spa, Bristol
Accommodation Name: Hilton Garden Inn City Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, we traverse the pretty Welsh countryside before we visit the Shropshire market town of Ludlow with some time to explore on your own. Later, arrive in Bristol for an orientation drive. Join us for an Optional Experience that will take us out to the SS Great Britain as well as the Clifton Suspension Bridge along with all the other highlights of Bristol. As the curtain comes down on a memorable journey through England and Scotland, you enjoy dinner in a local restaurant with your Travel Director and newfound friends.
Day 9: Soak up Bath and Stonehenge then off to London
Location: Bath, England, Stonehenge, England, London, England
Accommodation: Hilton Kensington
Accommodation Name: Hilton Kensington
Meals Included: Breakfast
Before returning to London, visit the UNESCO-listed city of Bath to admire its elegant Georgian façades and the Roman Baths. Emerging from the Salisbury Plain, the imposing megaliths of Stonehenge are your final stop before continuing through the lush Wiltshire and Hampshire landscapes to London for a final night at leisure.
Day 10: Goodbye London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
We bid 'Old Blighty' a fond farewell as we prepare to return home after a memorable holiday.
What's Included
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Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included to guide and assist you throughout the tour.
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Trafalgar Local Host in London
The services of a Trafalgar Local Host are available when you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel.
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London Hotel Transfers
Pick-up and drop-off services are provided when you stay at the Trafalgar recommended London hotel, booked through Trafalgar.
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Cherry-picked Hotels
Accommodation in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, is included.
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Porterage and Gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are covered.
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Hotel Tips and Taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are included.
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Sightseeing and Extras
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are part of the tour.
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Audio Headsets
Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.
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Luxury Coach with Wi-Fi
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
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Optional Experiences and Free Time
Optional experiences and free time are available during the tour.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours and activities not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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International Flights
International flights to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi in most countries. Enjoy the convenience of pick-up and drop-off services at the Trafalgar recommended London hotel, and experience alternative transportation options like rail journeys.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at cherry-picked hotels, including Hilton Kensington in London, Clayton Hotel Leeds, Holiday Inn in Edinburgh, and Highlander in the Scottish Highlands. Enjoy trusted accommodations with all hotel tips, charges, and local taxes included.
Dining Summary
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Iconic Experience
- Stratford-upon-Avon: Learn about the life of William Shakespeare, arguably history's most famous writer, when you visit his birthplace. Then enjoy some time to explore this pretty town with its iconic Tudor houses.
- York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city.
- Durham: See Durham's Romanesque cathedral and admire the innovative audacity of its architecture.
- Jedburgh: See the impressive 12th-century Jedburgh Abbey that dominates the center of town.
- Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse.
- St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from 'Chariots of Fire' was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created.
- Pitlochry: Visit Pitlochry, famous for its salmon leap.
- Glasgow: See the grand public buildings of Glasgow, including George Square.
- Scottish Highlands: Admire picturesque lochs and glens as you travel through the Scottish Highlands.
- Fort William: Enjoy an excellent view of Ben Nevis from the World War II Commando Memorial.
- Gretna Green: Visit the famous spot where runaway lovers were married.
- Lake District: Drive through the hauntingly beautiful Lakes District, immortalized by literary greats of the Romantic Movement.
- Bristol: See some of Bristol's highlights on an orientation drive with your Travel Director.
- Ludlow: Explore the narrow streets and lanes in front of the castle. Admire the medieval timber-framed buildings and Tudor architecture.
- Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian facades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name.
- Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring monoliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the Amazing Britain tour?
The tour includes a variety of unique experiences such as visiting Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, exploring the medieval city of York, crossing Hadrian's Wall, and visiting Edinburgh Castle. Additionally, there is a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in Glencoe where you join a ranger to learn about the local ecosystem, and a Be My Guest experience at a Cumbrian farm. ...more ...less
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Are there any special events included in the tour?
Yes, tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi available in most countries, or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
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What meals are included in the Amazing Britain tour?
The tour includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals. There is also a Be My Guest lunch experience included.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on the tour?
The tour includes stays at cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted. On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
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What is the MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in Glencoe about?
In Glencoe, you will join a wildlife ranger to learn about the rich biodiversity of the area, including insects, invertebrates, and mammals like otters and fallow deer. This visit supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
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What is the Be My Guest experience in Hesket Newmarket?
The Be My Guest experience involves meeting Christine and enjoying a few hours of Cumbrian farm-life, with some farm animals for company, before sitting down to a lunch of local flavors.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Low Deposit
Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Terms and Conditions
Amazing Britain
10 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: London, Stratford-upon-Avon, York, Leeds, Durham, Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland National Park, Jedburgh Abbey, Edinburgh, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Pitlochry, Scottish Highlands, Spean Bridge, Ben Nevis, Glencoe, Loch Lomond, Glasgow, St. Mungo's Cathedral, George Square, Gretna Green, Lake District, Lake Windermere, Liverpool, Ludlow, Bristol, SS Great Britain, Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bath, England, Stonehenge, England, London England ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
BHILZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
