Scenic England
5 day tour from US$910
Tour Type: Regional Europe
 
 

HIGHLIGHT

Map of Scenic England tour - click to enlarge

Highlights:
  • Hampton Court
  • Stonehenge
  • Salisbury
  • Plymouth
  • Glastonbury
  • Bath
  • Coventry
  • Stratford-upon-Avon
  • Stoke-on-Trent
  • Windermere
  • Yorkshire Dales
  • Durham
  • York
 

ITINERARY

 
Scenic England
Day 1 - London - Stonehenge - Salisbury - Plymouth
A warm welcome from our Tour Director as we set off via Hampton Court and then across Salisbury Plain to ancient Stonehenge. Next, we view Salisbury Cathedral with time to stop for lunch before passing Exeter. Then on to Plymouth, where later we enjoy a welcome drink with our Tour Director. This evening dinner is included at our hotel. (Continental breakfast/ Dinner)

Hotel: Holiday Inn

 
Day 2 - Plymouth - Bath - Bristol
Today's morning drive skirts the Dartmoor National Park and takes us through Somerset to Glastonbury where we visit the Abbey ruins. Then we're off to historic Bath where an orientation tour includes a visit to the Roman Baths. From here we continue to our hotel at Bristol, where we spend the night. (Full English breakfast)

Hotel: Marriott City Centre

 
Day 3 - Bristol – Stow-on-the-Wold – Stratford – Wedgwood – Chester
This morning we enjoy a scenic drive through the heart of the Cotswolds to the characteristic market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. From here we continue our journey arriving at Stratford-upon-Avon where we
visit Shakespeare's birthplace and drive past Anne Hathaway's cottage. Finally, we're off to the Wedgwood pottery centre before continuing to our hotel for the night. Perhaps enjoy dinner in a local pub tonight.(Full English breakfast)

Hotel: Blossoms

 
Day 4 - Chester – Lake District – York
After breakfast we make our way into the English Lake District and on to picturesque Windermere. There's a chance to enjoy the views before driving across the Yorkshire Dales to the ancient city of York, where we our Tour Director takes us on a walking tour through the medieval streets to the 'Shambles'. Then enjoy some time at leisure to perhaps visit the Cathedral before dinner at our hotel.(Full English breakfast/ Dinner)

Hotel: Marriott York

 

Day 5 - York - London
This morning after breakfast we will travel south to the University city of Cambridge, where you may wish to enjoy ‘a punt on the Cam’, before returning to London. (Full English breakfast)

Hotel: Riverbank Park Plaza

 

 
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Scenic England What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights
  • Hampton Court: See the Palace.
  • Stonehenge: Visit the ancient stone circle.
  • Salisbury: View the Cathedral.
  • Plymouth: Sightseeing including the Mayflower Steps.
  • Glastonbury: Visit the Abbey ruins.
  • Bath: Orientation including a visit to the Roman Baths.
  • Stow-on-Wold: Stop in this characteristic town.
  • Stratford-upon-Avon: Visit Shakespeare's birthplace and see Anne Hathaway's cottage.
  • Stoke-on-Trent: Visit the Wedgwood Pottery Centre (when open).
  • Windermere: Visit this picturesque town.
  • Yorkshire Dales: Scenic drive.
  • Durham: See the Cathedral.
  • York: Orientation tour including the Minster and the 'Shambles'.
  • London: Sightseeing tours
  • Scenic drives over Salisbury Plain, through the Cotswold Hills, the English Lake District and across the Yorkshire Dales.
Dining Highlights
  • A welcome drink with your Tour Director
  • 4 full English breakfasts
  • 2 three-course dinners

6 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)

 

First Class Travel Highlights
  • The services of one of Trafalgar's top professional Tour Directors on tour.
  • The services of a qualified Representative at your Trafalgar London hotel.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar's luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and washroom.
  • London Airport Transfers
  • Complimentary pick-up and drop off at your Trafalgar London Hotel on the day of departure and return of the coach tour.
  • You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
Airport Transfers
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It's that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Express operates between 05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services between 05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45. Transfers outside of these times are at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
 
OPTIONALS

Scenic England Optional Excursions

Note:
All optional excursions listed are for 2004/2005 please use the information as a guide only.

 
GB1 - Plymouth Harbour Cruise.
A boat trip around the harbour of one of England’s most famous seaports. View the Mayflower steps where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for America, and ships sailed for Australia, New Zealand and Newfoundland. See panoramic vistas of Plymouth Hoe, site of Drake’s legendary game of bowls. Into the Royal Navy Dockyard and a chance to see some of the modern vessels of the Royal Navy. A descriptive commentary is given by the skipper.
10.00 (£)

 
GB2 - Lake Windermere Cruise and Steam Train Ride
A chance to view the glorious scenery of the lake district as we cruise across England’s largest lake. Then step back in time as we board the steam train for a short journey from Lakeside to Haverthwaite.
11.00 (£)

 
GB5 - Warwick Castle
This excursion allows you to explore the “jewel in the crown” of England’s great medieval castles. You’ll visit the Armoury, the grim Dungeon, the magnificent State Apartments and the haunted tower. The really adventurous can climb Guy’s and Caesar’s Towers for panoramic views out over the Warwickshire countryside and the River Avon far below.
14.00 (£)

 
GB51 - Conservation Village of Laycock and Dinner
A chance to enjoy the beauty of the English countryside when we go back in time to discover the 17th century village of Laycock. Here we will enjoy a delicious dinner in a quaint local pub.
24.00 (£)

 
GB52 - Bristol Dinner
An evening drive around the city of Bristol to view two of the great engineering achievements of Brunel and see some of the city’s historical buildings. A delicious dinner is also included.
24.00 (£)

 

GB90 - Stratford. Dinner in a Country Inn
Enjoy an evening drive in the beautiful countryside surrounding Stratford-upon-Avon followed by a delicious dinner in a Country Inn.
24.00 (£)
 

 

DATES & RATES

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Sun, 16 April 2006 Thu, 20 April 2006 $910  
Sun, 23 April 2006 Thu, 27 April 2006 $910  
Sun, 30 April 2006 Thu, 4 May 2006 $910  
Sun, 7 May 2006 Thu, 11 May 2006 $910 Yes
Sun, 14 May 2006 Thu, 18 May 2006 $910  
Sun, 21 May 2006 Thu, 25 May 2006 $910 Yes
Sun, 28 May 2006 Thu, 1 June 2006 $910  
Sun, 4 June 2006 Thu, 8 June 2006 $910  
Sun, 11 June 2006 Thu, 15 June 2006 $910  
Sun, 18 June 2006 Thu, 22 June 2006 $910 Yes
Sun, 25 June 2006 Thu, 29 June 2006 $910  
Sun, 2 July 2006 Thu, 6 July 2006 $910  
Sun, 9 July 2006 Thu, 13 July 2006 $910 Yes
Sun, 16 July 2006 Thu, 20 July 2006 $910  
Sun, 23 July 2006 Thu, 27 July 2006 $910  
Sun, 30 July 2006 Thu, 3 August 2006 $910  
Sun, 13 August 2006 Thu, 17 August 2006 $910  
Sun, 20 August 2006 Thu, 24 August 2006 $910  
Sun, 27 August 2006 Thu, 31 August 2006 $910  
Sun, 3 September 2006 Thu, 7 September 2006 $910  
Sun, 10 September 2006 Thu, 14 September 2006 $910 Yes
Sun, 17 September 2006 Thu, 21 September 2006 $910  
Sun, 24 September 2006 Thu, 28 September 2006 $910  
Sun, 1 October 2006 Thu, 5 October 2006 $910  
Sun, 8 October 2006 Thu, 12 October 2006 $910  
*These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.

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