Shades of the English Countryside featuring London, Cornwall & The Cotswolds - 2024
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- At Bovey Castle, hear a storyteller share local folklore and enjoy classic English dining.
- Eat like a local in a typical English country pub.
- Enjoy the fast-paced energy of London with a local guide.
- Take a scenic walk along Cornwall’s iconic coastline.
- Explore dramatic Dartmoor, steeped in English folklore and legends.
- Discover the quaint and quintessentially English villages of the Cotswolds.
- Marvel at the mystery of Stonehenge, and step back in time in a Neolithic Village.
- Discover scenic Cornwall and its rich tin mining history.
- Spend two nights at Bovey Castle, a neo-Elizabethan manor house.
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England and its charming countryside await you. Discover the genteel nature and wild landscapes of southern English towns and the vibrant energy of the capital city, London.
Welcome to London, England’s dynamic capital, where the medieval intertwines with the modern. In this city steeped in history, everything you’ve read and seen in films comes to life as you take in the sights and everyday facets of London life. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for dinner at a local restaurant.
Set out on a half-day walking tour of London’s iconic sights, including Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, and the royal residence of Buckingham Palace. History is all around as you walk along cobblestone streets and discover both old and new London with your local guide. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy free time and explore the city independently.
Say goodbye to London and travel to the iconic site of Stonehenge. On this self-guided visit, follow in the footsteps of the prehistoric natives who lived here over 4,000 years ago. Continue your journey into the countryside with a stop at a family-owned farm shop on ...
Joined by a local guide, discover the rugged beauty of Cornwall, climbing to see the breathtaking backdrop that steals the spotlight in the BBC’s Poldark. Uncover why so many poets, writers, and artists have found inspiration in this setting, with its miles of sandy b...
After breakfast, join a woodland walk, going down some steps and through the back lane to the harborside of Charlestown. While famous for Poldark, this picturesque place has appeared in many films, including The Eagle Has Landed and Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland. N...
This morning, journey into the heart of Dartmoor National Park. As you travel by motor coach, learn about the mystery and legends surrounding this beautiful and wild area, and visit some of the towns and villages within it. After free time for lunch, return to Bovey Castle. Tonight, it’s dinner out at a traditional English country pub!
Today, venture into the Cotswolds region, taking in the rolling hills and honey-colored stone homes that make this one of England’s most beautiful areas. Upon arrival, a hilly walk takes you into the heart of Castle Combe, a quaint and picturesque Cotswolds village wa...
This morning, visit Chavenage House, a country estate dating back to the 16th century, constructed of Cotswold stone and tiles. A guided tour delves into the deep history of this manor house, recognizable as a filming location featured in Poldark. Next, spend some fre...
Your journey from London through the English countryside ends today.
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