Quintessential Britain

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Find out why Britain has fascinated generations of travelers as you explore Roman ruins in London, castles in North Wales, Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon and iconic Christ Church.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    Find out why Britain has fascinated generations of travelers as you explore Roman ruins in London, castles in North Wales, Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon and iconic Christ Church.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityLondon
End CityEdinburgh

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 In Transit to Program In Flight

Day 2 Arrive London, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner London

Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.

Orientation, 5:00 p.m.: The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, emergency procedures, and answer ...

Day 3 The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, The London Eye London

Getting on/off a motorcoach and boat; driving about 9 miles, approximately 1.5 hours; boat ride about 3 miles, approximately 1/2 hour. Paved & cobbled courtyards, grass lawns, uneven stone and wooden floors; most upper floors and basements at Tower of London acces...

Day 4 The British Museum, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Guildhall London

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 13 miles, approximately 2 hours total throughout the day. Walking about 2.5 miles, periods of standing; paved streets and courtyards, some cobblestones; step-free access to all areas at British Museum, Guildhall and St Paul’s...

Day 5 Oxford, Christ Church, The Ashmolean Museum London

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 110 miles, approximately 3.5 hours total throughout the day. Walking about 3 miles, periods of standing; paved streets, some cobblestones; step-free access to all public areas at Ashmolean Museum, portable folding stools avai...

Day 6 Transfer to the Cotswolds: Stonehenge & Bath Mickleton

Getting on/off a motorcoach and bus; driving about 200 miles, approximately 5 hours total throughout the day. Walking about 3 miles, periods of standing; paved streets and paths, some cobblestones, grassy areas, ancient flagstone floors with some uneven and potentiall...

Day 7 Cotswolds Villages & Countryside Mickleton

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 35 miles, approximately 1.5 hours total throughout the day. Walking about 3 miles, periods of standing; paved streets, some cobblestones, grassy areas.

At the hotel, our Study Leader will deliver two lectures, the first...

Day 8 Shakespeare, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Hidcote Mickleton

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 20 miles, approximately 1 hour total throughout the day. Walking about 3 miles, periods of standing; paved streets with some cobblestones, gravel and paved paths, grass lawns.

We'll take a field trip by motorcoach to Sh...

Day 9 Transfer to Chester, Ironbridge, Blists Hill Chester

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 135 miles, approximately 3.5 hours total throughout the day. Walking about 1.5 miles, periods of standing; paved streets with some steep areas sloping areas. Extent of walking and other activities during time for independent ...

Day 10 Snowdonia National Park, Conwy Castle Chester

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 165 miles, approximately 4.5 hours total throughout the day. Walking about 2.5 miles, periods of standing; paved streets, gravel, cobblestone and flagstone paths, steps without handrails to some areas at Conwy Castle.

W...

Day 11 Walking Field Trip of Chester, Free Time Chester

Walking about 2 miles, periods of standing; paved streets, some cobblestones. Extent of walking and other activities during free time according to personal choice.

We’ll set out from the hotel on a walking field trip through Chester led by a local expert. The re...

Day 12 Transfer to York, Bronte’s Parsonage Museum York

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 150 miles, approximately 4 hours total driving throughout the day. Walking about 1.5 miles, periods of standing; paved streets, some cobblestones; upper floor of Parsonage accessible only by stairs.

We will transfer by ...

Day 13 The Cathedral City of York, Free Time York

Walking about 2 miles, periods of standing; paved streets, some cobblestones. Extent of walking and other activities during free time according to personal choice.

We'll set out on an expert-led walk around the historic city of York, exploring the medieval city ...

Day 14 Castle Howard, Rievaulx Abbey York

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 60 miles, approximately 2 hours. Walking about 2.5 miles, periods of standing; paved streets, gravel paths, steps to some areas at Castle Howard and Rievaulx Abbey.

We will set out on a field trip by motorcoach to Castl...

Day 15 Transfer to Scotland, Scottish History, Hadrian’s Wall Edinburgh

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 205 miles, approximately 5 hours total throughout the day. Walking about 1.5 miles, periods of standing; gravel paths, grass lawns with some uneven areas, steps to some areas at Chesters fort.

We'll check out and board ...

Day 16 New & Old Towns, Free Time Edinburgh

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 5 miles, approximately 1 hour. Walking approximately 1.5 miles, periods of standing; paved streets, cobbled areas, hilly, steep terrain. Some steep cobbled areas at Edinburgh Castle; steps with handrails to vaults and One o’C...

Day 17 Perthshire, Scone Palace Edinburgh

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 100 miles, approximately 3 hours total throughout the day. Walking about 2.5 miles, periods of standing; paved and gravel paths and courtyards, step-free access to public areas at Scone Palace available using alternative rout...

Day 18 The Trossachs, Loch Lomond Edinburgh

Getting on/off a motorcoach and boat; driving about 150 miles, approximately 4 hours total throughout the day. Walking about 2 miles, periods of standing; varied terrain including woodland paths, paved streets, grassy areas.

We'll set out early today by motorcoa...

Day 19 Program Concludes Edinburgh

Hotel check-out by 11:00 a.m.

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that pro...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $6,899
Price per day$363
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 17
  • Number of Lunch: 11
  • Number of Dinner: 17
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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