Garsington Opera Festival

Garsington Opera Festival

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Garsington Opera Festival

3 Days Starting and ending in Aylesbury, England

Visiting: Aylesbury, Waddesdon Manor, Stowe

Tour operator:

Travel Editions

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

0 - 40

Physical rating:

Gentle

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Luxury, Special Events

From: $1377 $1312 Travel Club discount: -$65

NB: Prices correct on 22-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Immerse yourself in the cultural splendor of the Garsington Opera Festival with a delightful stay at the modern four-star Holiday Inn Aylesbury. This enchanting tour includes a welcome reception, a three-course dinner with wine, and a rear stalls ticket to the captivating performance of L’Elisir d’Amore at Garsington Opera. Explore the opulent Waddesdon Manor, the serene Stowe Gardens, and the refined Ascott House, all while enjoying guided tours and group dinners. With comfortable accommodations and all modern amenities, this tour promises a perfect blend of luxury, art, and nature.

Highlights

  • Performance at Garsington Opera

  • Remarkable Waddesdon Manor

  • Ascott House in the Vale of Aylesbury

  • Idyllic landscape of Stowe Gardens

Itinerary

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Day 1 Arrival

Location: Aylesbury

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Aylesbury

Meals Included: Dinner

Arrive independently at the Holiday Inn Aylesbury from 15.00. Evening welcome reception, and dinner with wine.

Day 2Waddesdon Manor And Garsington Opera With Dinner

Location: Waddesdon Manor

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Aylesbury

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today, we spend the day at Waddesdon Manor, the ultimate exhibition of the Rothschild’s extraordinary wealth with an amazing collection of all that is best in the decorative and fine arts. From here we head back to the hotel to get ready before travelling to Garsington for the highlight of our short tour - a performance of L'Elisir d'Amore in the theatre’s intimate 600-seat auditorium. Our package price includes a third price ticket with upgrades available as well as a group dinner in one of the festival’s dining venues (drinks not included).

Day 3 Stowe Gardens, And Ascott House

Location: Stowe

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Aylesbury

Meals Included: Breakfast

We head north today to Stowe Gardens, the wealthy creation of a different family –the Temple-Grenvilles, who, in the 18th century, chose to create an idyllic landscape filled with temples. Amidst these large gardens, they built the most lavish temple of all, Stowe House. We’ll allow time to explore the wonderful grounds and gardens and time for a light lunch (not included) before travelling to one of the less well-known Rothschild houses in the Vale of Aylesbury, Ascott House (National Trust). Bought as a hunting lodge in 1876, Ascott instils a mood of luxurious refinement, filled as it is with fine paintings including a memorable Cuyp, and a collection of Chinese porcelain.  We return to the hotel for approx. 17.00.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Two nights’ bed and breakfast at the four-star Holiday Inn Aylesbury, based on shared occupancy of a twin/double room.

  • Welcome Reception

    Welcome reception on the first evening.

  • First Night Dinner

    First night three-course dinner with wine at the hotel.

  • Opera Ticket

    Rear stalls ticket for a performance of L’Elisir d’Amore at Garsington Opera.

  • Group Dinner

    Group dinner at Garsington Opera.

  • Guided Tours and Admissions

    All guided tours and admissions as per the itinerary.

  • Coach Touring

    Coach touring as per the itinerary.

  • Tour Manager

    Tour manager throughout the trip.

What's Not Included

  • Transport to the Hotel

    Transport to the hotel is not included.

  • Holiday Insurance

    Holiday insurance is not included.

  • Single Supplement

    Double for sole use supplement - £145.

  • Additional Meals

    Meals other than those stated are not included.

  • Personal Items

    Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls etc.

    are not included.

  • Porterage and Gratuities

    Porterage and gratuities are not included.

  • Seat Upgrade

    Seat upgrade for Garsington performance is not included.

Mode of Transport

Coach touring as per the itinerary. Transport to the hotel is not included.

Accommodation

Holiday Inn Aylesbury: Modern four-star hotel, located on the outskirts of Aylesbury with indoor pool, fitness club bar, restaurant and comfortable bedrooms with all modern amenities including TV, WIFI, hairdryer, and tea and coffee making facilities.

MORE INFO

Please note that all our UK tours start and finish at the relevant hotel. You can normally check in from 3pm onwards but hotels will always be happy to store your luggage if you arrive earlier in the day.
For full details of how to get to the hotel, directions and the nearest train station, please click on the hotel website or call our office for details. These will also be sent automatically with your confirmation.

The welcome reception and first evening dinner will commence at about 6pm - full details will be sent with your joining instructions about 10 days prior to the arrival date.

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  • What type of accommodation is provided during the Garsington Opera Festival tour?

    The accommodation provided is at the Holiday Inn Aylesbury, a modern four-star hotel located on the outskirts of Aylesbury. The hotel features an indoor pool, fitness club, bar, restaurant, and comfortable bedrooms with modern amenities including TV, WIFI, hairdryer, and tea and coffee making facilities.

  • What meals are included in the Garsington Opera Festival tour?

    The tour includes two nights' bed and breakfast at the Holiday Inn Aylesbury, a welcome reception, a three-course dinner with wine on the first night at the hotel, and a group dinner at Garsington Opera. Meals other than those stated are not included.

  • Are tickets for the Garsington Opera performance included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour package includes a rear stalls ticket for a performance of L’Elisir d’Amore at Garsington Opera. Seat upgrades are available for an additional cost.

  • What activities are planned for the second day of the tour?

    On the second day, the tour includes a visit to Waddesdon Manor, followed by a return to the hotel to prepare for the highlight of the tour: a performance of L’Elisir d’Amore at Garsington Opera. The day concludes with a group dinner at one of the festival’s dining venues.

  • What will we visit on the third day of the tour?

    On the third day, the tour includes a visit to Stowe Gardens, where you can explore the grounds and gardens and have time for a light lunch (not included). The tour then proceeds to Ascott House in the Vale of Aylesbury, a National Trust property known for its fine paintings and collection of Chinese porcelain.

  • Is transportation to the hotel included in the tour package?

    No, transport to the hotel is not included in the tour package. You will need to arrange your own transportation to the Holiday Inn Aylesbury.

  • Is there a welcome reception on the first day of the tour?

    Yes, there is a welcome reception on the first day of the tour, followed by dinner with wine at the hotel.

  • What time can I check in at the Holiday Inn Aylesbury on the first day?

    You can check in at the Holiday Inn Aylesbury from 15:00 onwards on the first day of the tour.

  • Is holiday insurance included in the tour package?

    No, holiday insurance is not included in the tour package. You will need to arrange your own insurance.

  • Are there any additional costs for single occupancy?

    Yes, there is a double for sole use supplement of £145 for single occupancy.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.

  • Do I need any Visas or Vaccinations for my holidays?

    Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change. Please check with your local doctor/GP about the current Vaccination requirements of the country you are visiting. For Visa enquiries, please contact the Embassy of the country you are visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Generally, single and double rooms carry the same price, which means that single supplements for certain itineraries can seem high. We would be pleased to arrange for clients travelling alone to share with another client, however this is subject to somebody in the same situation booking on the tour. If you would be interested in this option, please let us know at the time of enquiry/booking.

  • Where does the tour manager meet us?

    In most cases the tour manager will travel out with the tour group from the UK. However, this is not always the case and the tour manager may meet you at the destination station / airport. The exact details specific to your tour will be given to you in your final documentation, 10 days prior to departure.

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