On this Escape, visit the must-see landmarks and experience the culture of Britain without the crowds—and even better—without the high-season prices. It’s the perfect, concise Britain escorted tour that offers you the unforgettable sights of this great land! Have your camera ready to capture all the magnificent experiences as you travel from London to Edinburgh. History buffs will delight in seeing mysterious, prehistoric Stonehenge (just imagine how those stones got there!); the Roman Baths in Bath, constructed around 70 AD and today one of the best-preserved Roman remains in the world; Liverpool, once a great Victorian city and Atlantic seaport, and renowned birthplace of the Beatles; and Edinburgh, home to many Scottish monarchs, including Queen Margaret, who died here in 1093.Literary fans will enjoy visiting Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, and Grasmere, home to William Wordsworth. But that's not all…a London Guide will show you all the city’s famous landmarks, from Buckingham Palace to the Prime Minister’s Downing Street and Westminster Abbey; and in Edinburgh, you’ll tour the castle and see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. From the historical sights to the beautiful scenery to the special experiences, this guided tour of England and Scotland is a great way to sample everything Britain has to offer at a price that screams, “Let’s go!”
2 nights in London
1 nights in Bath
1 nights in Liverpool
2 nights in Edinburgh
Day 1: Arrive In London, England
Welcome to London! Tonight, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Day 2: London
LONDON Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, Prime Minister’s Downing Street residence, Piccadilly Circus, Buckingham Palace, and a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral. Free time this afternoon. (B)
Day 3: London–stonehenge–bath
STONEHENGE Guided visit. BATH Visit the excavations of the Roman Baths. (B,D) 136 mi / 219 km
Day 4: Bath–stratford-upon-avon–liverpool
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace.LIVERPOOL Free time this afternoon. (B) 222 mi / 357 km
Day 5: Liverpool–grasmere–gretna Green, Scotland–edinburgh
LAKE DISTRICT (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) Scenic drive. 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 kmENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Edinburgh with a Scottish evening with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and the Ceremony of the Haggis. This and more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus.
Day 6: Edinburgh
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)
Day 7: Edinburgh
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)