British Escape with Return to London
British Escape with Return to London
British Escape with Return to London
8 Days Starting and ending in London, England
Visiting: London, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Europe
Tour operator:
Tour code:
KAFX-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through England and Scotland with the "British Escape with Return to London" tour. Begin your adventure in London, exploring iconic landmarks such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul’s Cathedral. Discover the ancient mysteries of Stonehenge and the historic Roman Baths in Bath. Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-Upon-Avon and enjoy free time in Liverpool. Experience the scenic beauty of the Lake District, sample Grasmere gingerbread, and witness the romantic history of Gretna Green. In Edinburgh, marvel at the Crown Jewels in Edinburgh Castle and enjoy a farewell dinner. Conclude your trip with a first-class train ride back to London, where you can soak in the vibrant city atmosphere before your journey ends.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In London,England
Location: London
Accommodation Name: Millennium Gloucester or Park Plaza Waterloo
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to London! Tonight, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND Welcome to London! Tonight, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)LONDON-PHONE-BOOTH.jpg
Day 2: London
Location: London
Accommodation Name: Millennium Gloucester or Park Plaza Waterloo
Meals Included: Breakfast
LONDON On The Town In London LONDON Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, Prime Minister’s Downing Street residence, Buckingham Palace, and a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral. Free time this afternoon. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SITES England’s national treasure of St. Paul’s Cathedral is home to a spectacular array of art from delicate carvings to gilded dome murals and modern works of art. As the seat of the Bishop of London, the cathedral serves as the mother church of the Diocese of London, where notable remembrances have been served here, including Queen Victoria’s jubilee, birthdays of Queen Elizabeth II, and funerals of luminaries like Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher.LONDON-BIG-BEN-NIGHT.jpg
Day 3: London,Stonehenge,Bath
Location: London
Accommodation Name: Double Tree By Hilton Bath
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
LONDON–STONEHENGE–BATH Ancient Stones & Spa Days STONEHENGE Guided visit. BATH Visit the excavations of the Roman Baths. (B,D) 136 mi / 219 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURAL GEMS The traditions of one ancient Roman ritual are in full flow in Bath. Amid the remarkable Roman and Georgian architecture and the best-preserved Roman Baths of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a good spa day is never hard to find in one of the “Best Spa Towns in Europe.” The city of Bath sits above geothermal springs that bubble up from the limestone below. Bath also turns up the heat with some of Britain's grandest Georgian buildings, a mecca for elite 18th-century society.STONEHENGE-ESCAPES.jpg
Day 4: Bath,Stratford-Upon-Avon,Liverpool
Location: Liverpool
Accommodation Name: Leonardo Hotel Liverpool
Meals Included: Breakfast
BATH–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON–LIVERPOOL The Great Bard & The Fab Four STRATFORD-UPON-AVON Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace.LIVERPOOL Free time this afternoon. (B) 222 mi / 357 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOT If “the play’s the thing” then this is the place where the world’s greatest playwright’s story began. Experience the humble beginnings of the boy called Will Shakespeare and visit the house where he spent his childhood and his early years. See the artefacts such as a 400-year-old pair of gloves and a book of Shakespeare’s complete works, and wander through the beautiful garden.STRATFORD-UPON-AVON-SHAKSPEARS-HOUSE-ESCAPES.jpg
Day 5: Liverpool,Grasmere,Gretna Green,Scotland,Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation Name: Leonardo Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
LIVERPOOL–GRASMERE–GRETNA GREEN, SCOTLAND–EDINBURGH Secret Weddings & Gingerbread LAKE DISTRICT Scenic drive through the UNESCO World Heritage Site. GRASMERE Visit Wordsworth’s beloved village. [LF] Sample the original Grasmere gingerbread.GRETNA GREEN See where the blacksmith would wed runaway couples.EDINBURGH Free time this evening. (B) 239 mi / 384 kmLOCAL FAVORITETIMELESS TRADITIONS Sweeten the day with classic Grasmere gingerbread and hear the story of Sarah Nelson, the Victorian cook who invented the world famous cross between cake and biscuit in 1854.LAKE-DISTRICT.jpg
Day 6: Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation Name: Leonardo Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
EDINBURGH Crown Jewels & Castle Views EDINBURGH Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the New Town, Old Town, and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Free time this afternoon before a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOT Ascend to Castle Rock to explore Edinburgh Castle, one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland, with an 11,000-year history as "the most besieged place in Great Britain." Here, you’ll find the royal regalia and Scotland’s Crown Jewels.EDINBURGH-CASTLE-ESCAPES.jpg
Day 7: Edinburgh,London,England
Location: London
Accommodation Name: Millennium Gloucester or Park Plaza Waterloo
Meals Included: Breakfast
EDINBURGH–LONDON, ENGLAND Back To The Capital Board the Express train (first-class) to London.LONDON Free time. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTCITY SIGHTS A favorite character in Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice noted “London is so diverting; there is so much to entertain!” This is even more true today, from its panoramic views of wide-open spaces and leafy landscapes to its bustling British sense and sensibilities, museums, galleries, and iconic sights. Be enthralled by a dazzling show at one of the West End’s historic theaters, a fabulous bookend to your time in London.LONDON-PUB.jpg
Day 8: London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
LONDON Safe Travels Until We Meet Again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)LONDON-TEAPOT.jpg
UNESCO Sites
City of Bath|Old and New Towns of Edinburgh|Stonehenge|The English Lake District|Westminster Palace (Westminster Abbey and Saint Margaret?s Church)
Accommodation
London: Millennium Gloucester, Park Plaza Waterloo; Bath: Double Tree By Hilton Bath; Liverpool: Leonardo Hotel Liverpool; Edinburgh: Leonardo Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel.
Mode of Transport
Board the Express train (first-class) to London.
Notes
This tour requires some uphill walking on rough terraine at Edinburgh Castle which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of welcome can I expect on the first day in London?
On the first day in London, you will meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
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What are some of the key sites visited during the London sightseeing tour?
During the London sightseeing tour, you will visit the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, Prime Minister’s Downing Street residence, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul’s Cathedral.
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What unique experience is included in the visit to Grasmere?
In Grasmere, you will visit Wordsworth’s beloved village and sample the original Grasmere gingerbread, a local favorite.
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What historical sites will I visit in Bath?
In Bath, you will visit the excavations of the Roman Baths, which are part of the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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What can I expect during the visit to Edinburgh Castle?
During the visit to Edinburgh Castle, you will see Scotland’s Crown Jewels and explore one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland.
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What is special about the visit to Stratford-Upon-Avon?
In Stratford-Upon-Avon, you will visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and see artefacts such as a 400-year-old pair of gloves and a book of Shakespeare’s complete works.
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How will I travel from Edinburgh to London on the last day?
You will board the Express train (first-class) to travel from Edinburgh to London.
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What is included in the farewell dinner in Edinburgh?
The farewell dinner in Edinburgh will be at a local restaurant, following a morning city sightseeing tour and free time in the afternoon.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus 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.
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