British Landscapes featuring England, Scotland and Wales

Sleepy villages where sheep wander the grassy hillsides, lakes set amidst mountains that inspired centuries of literature, and cities thriving with arts and culture - these are the landscapes of Britain. Discover them on this 10-day journey through England, Scotland and Wales. Sleep in a Welsh castle. Wander through cozy Cotswold village. Walk in the steps of William Shakespeare. Explore London and Edinburgh. Experience the wonder of Stonehenge. Stroll through historic York.

Highlights
London, London Theatre Performance*, Cambridge, York, Edinburgh Castle, Lake District, North Wales, Stratford-Upon-Avon, The Cotswolds, Bath

Collette Experience

  • Visit the historic town of Cambridge, home of the elite university.
  • Explore the picturesque Lake District villages.
  • See the natural hot spring baths that were enjoyed by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago.
  • Enjoy an overnight stay in a beautiful castle situated in the north of Wales.

    • Details

    Tour Operator
    Collette Vacations
    Offer
    Offer valid through 12/31/2009
    Duration
    10 Days
    DayDestinationDescription
    Air 1Overnight Flight Overnight Flight : Feel the vibrant energy of England, hear the unique sounds of Scotland and see the rolling countryside of Wales on a trip that combines the exploration of dramatic history and natural wonders.
    Day 2London London, England - Tour Begins : Your tour begins in London, the magnificent capital of Britain. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.
    Day 3London London : This morning, see the quintessential sights of London, hosted by a local guide. View Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and the changing of the guard (when held). London has one of the best live theatre scenes in the world. Later today, enjoy one of London's spectacular theatre* performances.
    Day 4York London - Cambridge - York : Today you visit Cambridge, home of the famous university which is nearly 800 years old. Later, stroll through the medieval city of York and the famous "Shambles," a quaint, narrow street that appears today almost as it did during the Middle Ages. Here you'll find great shopping and a street that is so narrow in parts that you can almost reach both sides with your outstretched arms. A visit is included to the magnificent 13th-century York Minster, one of the finest medieval cathedrals in all of Europe.
    Day 5Edinburgh York - Cheviot Hills - Edinburgh, Scotland : Today, head north through rolling fields covered with thousands of sheep. Stretching over the open moorland you will find Hadrian's Wall, which once marked the northern border of the Roman Empire. Stop to see this ancient fortification that was built in AD 121 in response to repeated barbarian invasions against the Romans. Next, drive through Northumberland National Park and the Cheviot Hills followed by a visit to Jedburgh Woolen Mills. Your day ends in Edinburgh, the "Athens of the North." Enjoy discovering Scotland's exciting capital city which is rich in scenic beauty and culture.
    Day 6Edinburgh Edinburgh : Enjoy a locally-guided tour of Edinburgh that includes Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish crown jewels. You will get a glimpse at what life is like for the royals during your visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse**, the Queen's official residence in Edinburgh, and once the home of Mary, Queen of Scots. Your evening is at leisure to sample one of Edinburgh's fine restaurants and perhaps take an evening stroll through the Princes Street Gardens to view the illuminated castle.
    Day 7Wales Edinburgh - Lake District, England - Wales : Your final stop in Scotland is at the border town of Gretna Green where generations of runaway couples came to be married. Here you will discover what it means to be married "over an anvil." Later today you'll return to England and travel through the picturesque English Lake District. In the heart of the Lake District, visit the charming village of Grasmere, home of the poet William Wordsworth. End your day with an overnight stay in a beautiful castle situated in the north of Wales. Tonight, live like a royal during a fun-filled medieval banquet.
    Day 8Cheltenham Wales - Stratford-Upon-Avon - Cheltenham : This morning, a brief tour of the castle introduces such niceties as the ladies walk and gardens (and the not-so-nice whipping pit and dungeon). Next, journey to Stratford-Upon-Avon, the home town of William Shakespeare, England's most famous playwright. Walk in Shakespeare's footsteps, visiting his birthplace as well as his wife's thatch-roofed home, Anne Hathaway's cottage. Your day ends in the lovely Cotswolds border town of Cheltenham.
    Day 9Mortimer Cotswolds - Bath - Stonehenge - Mortimer : A visit to the Cotswolds uncovers sleepy English villages with sheep grazing on the hillsides, and houses and churches made of distinctive honey-colored limestone. Stop in the ancient Roman town of Bath - renowned for more than 2,000 years for its spas and natural hot springs. Visit the Roman Baths Museum to see the elaborate spas, valued since Roman times for their curative properties. Finally, no visit to Britain would be complete without a visit to Stonehenge of Celtic and Druid lore. Your day ends on the grounds of the lovely Wokefield Park Estate, near Reading. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a special farewell dinner.
    Day 10Tour ends Mortimer - Tour Ends : Your journey through Britain ends today.
    Dates/Pricing

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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    March 18, 2010$2,099.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    April 10, 2010$2,149.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    April 17, 2010$2,149.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    April 22, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    June 10, 2010$1,749.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    July 08, 2010$1,749.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    August 19, 2010$1,849.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    September 23, 2010$1,749.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    March 17, 2011$1,699.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    April 07, 2011$1,749.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    Lodging
    Park Plaza Riverbank
    Marriott York
    Apex City Hotel
    Ruthin Castle
    Cheltenham Park Hotel
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    Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call your Travel Agent for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
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