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British Landscapes

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Starting Price:	$1,849
Tour Length:	9 Days
Countries Visited:	England, Scotland, Wales

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Tour Type:

Escorted Tour

Tour Category:

Escorted Tour

Tour Operator:

Collette Tours

Tour Code:

3365

Cities Visited:
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On your journey through England, Scotland and Wales, you'll experience a theatre performance in London, an evening of dinner and local entertainment in Edinburgh, and an overnight stay at Ruthin Castle. You'll see the must-see sites in London including Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey. Stop in Cambridge, home of the famous university; and in York, don't miss the magnificent 13th-century Minster, thought to be one of the finest cathedrals in all of Europe. A two-night stay in Edinburgh, Scotland, allows you to tour its famous highlights including Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish crown jewels. You'll delight in the rolling countryside and charming villages of the area known as the Cotswolds. All along the way, there will be beautiful vistas at every turn, from the pastoral scenes of England's Lake District, to the ancient structures of Bath, to the quaint charm of Shakespeare's birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon.4470On your journey through England, Scotland and Wales, you'll experience a theatre performance in London, an evening of dinner and local entertainment in Edinburgh, and an overnight stay at Ruthin Castle. You'll see the must-see sites in London including Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey. Stop in Cambridge, home of the famous university; and in York, don't miss the magnificent 13th-century Minster, thought to be one of the finest cathedrals in all of Europe. A two-night stay in Edinburgh, Scotland, allows you to tour its famous highlights including Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish crown jewels. You'll delight in the rolling countryside and charming villages of the area known as the Cotswolds. All along the way, there will be beautiful vistas at every turn, from the pastoral scenes of England's Lake District, to the ancient structures of Bath, to the quaint charm of Shakespeare's birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon.

br />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. Visit the historic town of Cambridge. See the natural hot spring baths used by the Romans. Walk in the footsteps of William Shakespeare. Explore London and Edinburgh. Experience the wonder of Stonehenge. Stroll through historic York.

Day 1: 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 2: 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 3: 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 4: 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 5: 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 before arriving in Edinburgh, the "Athens of the North." Enjoy discovering Scotland's exciting capital city which is rich in scenic beauty and culture.

Day 6: 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 7: 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. Upon arrival, a brief tour of the castle introduces such niceties as the ladies walk and gardens (and the not-so-nice whipping pit and dungeon). Tonight, enjoy a medieval dinner complete with Welsh entertainment.

Day 8: Wales - Stratford-Upon-Avon
This morning, journey to Stratford-Upon-Avon, your home for the next two nights and birthplace 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.

Day 9: Stratford-Upon-Avon - Bath - Stonehenge - Stratford-Upon-Avon
Journey through some of England’s most beautiful countryside. 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. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner.

Day 10: Stratford-Upon-Avon - Tour Ends
Your journey through Britain ends today.

Don't miss our current specials: Free or Reduced Companion Air to Europe Check out these last minute SAVINGS provided by our airline partners who have offered special pricing for specific tours and dates only. As a result, we're delighted to offer you *FREE or reduced companion air* on select tours. See list of tours for details on our last minute offer applied to that specific tour when you make your air-inclusive booking. Some restrictions may apply, please call 800-942-3301 for details. Italian Vistas This 13 day trip has everything you've always wanted in a trip to Italy. Enjoy multiple night stays in Rome, Florence, Venice, the Amalfi coast and Stresa in the Lakes District. Discover the treasures of Classical and Christian Rome. Walk in the footsteps on the ancients in Pompeii. See the gems of the Renaissance in Florence's Academy Gallery, including Michelangelo's David. Visit Lugano, Switzerland, and cruise to Isola Bella, one of the scenic Borromean Islands. Reflections of Italy Revel in the magic of Italy on this 10-day tour that explores the cities of Rome, Florence, Venice, Assisi and Perugia. Travel the Tuscan and Umbrian countryside, exploring medieval hill towns and visiting the birthplace of St. Francis, Assisi. Discover the masterpieces of the Renaissance in Florence and see hot glass transformed into exquisite art on Murano Island. Linger in Venice for two nights before ending your journey in the lovely Italian Lake region. Cross the border and explore the Swiss resort town of Lugano. Spain's Classics Spain is a colorful pageant of art, history and culture, set against a backdrop that spans sunny Mediterranean shores and grand mountain ranges, dotted with groves of oranges and olives. Explore the priceless treasures in Madrid’s Prado Museum. Visit the exotic and expansive Alhambra palace, resplendent with Moorish regal flair. See Columbus’ tomb. Feel the passion of the Flamenco with reserved seating at a performance in Seville. Explore Valencia, Barcelona, Granada, Cordoba and Toledo. Travel the Sierra Nevada Canada's Winter Wonderland Immerse yourself in the ultimate winter wonderland — the Canadian Rockies. Hop aboard VIA Rail Canada's Snow Train Express and head for Jasper with spectacular views. Travel across the Icefields Parkway with breathtaking scenery. Relax at three Fairmont properties: Jasper Park Lodge, Château Lake Louise, and the Banff Springs Resort, each magically decorated for the holiday. Enjoy a cooking demonstration, kitchen tour and learn how to make your own holiday pastries FREE Door to Door Service Now Vacations Start at HOME! Don't worry about getting to the airport... because a vacation should be worry-free. With Collette Vacations, enjoy free round trip sedan service that takes you from your home to the airport when you purchase an air-inclusive Collette tour.* This personalized service - including gratuities - is available on new air-inclusive bookings to the South Pacific, Canada, and Europe; and on ALL Smithsonian Journeys Travel Adventures and Explorations by Collette tours. On departures May 2010 and beyond, Door to Door transfers are included with air-inclusive bookings to all destinations Great Savings • Added Comfort • More Convenience


Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
9/9/2010 - 9/18/2010	$1,749
9/10/2010 - 9/19/2010	$1,749
9/23/2010 - 10/2/2010	$1,749
10/7/2010 - 10/16/2010	$1,749
10/14/2010 - 10/23/2010	$1,749
11/4/2010 - 11/13/2010	$1,649
11/11/2010 - 11/20/2010	$1,649
3/10/2011 - 3/19/2011	$1,649
3/17/2011 - 3/26/2011	$1,699
4/7/2011 - 4/16/2011	$1,749
4/28/2011 - 5/7/2011	$1,749
5/5/2011 - 5/14/2011	$1,949
5/26/2011 - 6/4/2011	$1,849
7/28/2011 - 8/6/2011	$1,849
8/11/2011 - 8/20/2011	$1,949
8/18/2011 - 8/27/2011	$1,949
9/8/2011 - 9/17/2011	$1,999
9/22/2011 - 10/1/2011	$1,849
10/6/2011 - 10/15/2011	$1,849
10/20/2011 - 10/29/2011	$1,799
10/27/2011 - 11/5/2011	$1,799
11/3/2011 - 11/12/2011	$1,749
3/15/2012 - 3/24/2012	$1,749
4/5/2012 - 4/14/2012	$1,799
4/12/2012 - 4/21/2012	$1,899
4/19/2012 - 4/28/2012	$1,799
4/26/2012 - 5/5/2012	$1,799

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London, London Theatre Performance*, Cambridge, York, Edinburgh Castle, Lake District, North Wales, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Bath, Stoneheng
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.

Free or Reduced Companion Air to Europe

Check out these last minute SAVINGS provided by our airline partners who have offered special pricing for specific tours and dates only. As a result, we're delighted to offer you FREE or reduced companion air on select tours. See list of tours for details on our last minute offer applied to that specific tour when you make your air-inclusive booking. Some restrictions may apply, please call 800-942-3301 for details.

Italian Vistas

This 13 day trip has everything you've always wanted in a trip to Italy. Enjoy multiple night stays in Rome, Florence, Venice, the Amalfi coast and Stresa in the Lakes District. Discover the treasures of Classical and Christian Rome. Walk in the footsteps on the ancients in Pompeii. See the gems of the Renaissance in Florence's Academy Gallery, including Michelangelo's David. Visit Lugano, Switzerland, and cruise to Isola Bella, one of the scenic Borromean Islands.

Reflections of Italy

Revel in the magic of Italy on this 10-day tour that explores the cities of Rome, Florence, Venice, Assisi and Perugia. Travel the Tuscan and Umbrian countryside, exploring medieval hill towns and visiting the birthplace of St. Francis, Assisi. Discover the masterpieces of the Renaissance in Florence and see hot glass transformed into exquisite art on Murano Island. Linger in Venice for two nights before ending your journey in the lovely Italian Lake region. Cross the border and explore the Swiss resort town of Lugano.

Spain's Classics

Spain is a colorful pageant of art, history and culture, set against a backdrop that spans sunny Mediterranean shores and grand mountain ranges, dotted with groves of oranges and olives. Explore the priceless treasures in Madrid’s Prado Museum. Visit the exotic and expansive Alhambra palace, resplendent with Moorish regal flair. See Columbus’ tomb. Feel the passion of the Flamenco with reserved seating at a performance in Seville. Explore Valencia, Barcelona, Granada, Cordoba and Toledo. Travel the Sierra Nevada

Canada's Winter Wonderland

Immerse yourself in the ultimate winter wonderland — the Canadian Rockies. Hop aboard VIA Rail Canada's Snow Train Express and head for Jasper with spectacular views. Travel across the Icefields Parkway with breathtaking scenery. Relax at three Fairmont properties: Jasper Park Lodge, Château Lake Louise, and the Banff Springs Resort, each magically decorated for the holiday. Enjoy a cooking demonstration, kitchen tour and learn how to make your own holiday pastries

FREE Door to Door Service

Now Vacations Start at HOME!

Don't worry about getting to the airport... because a vacation should be worry-free. With Collette Vacations, enjoy free round trip sedan service that takes you from your home to the airport when you purchase an air-inclusive Collette tour.* This personalized service - including gratuities - is available on new air-inclusive bookings to the South Pacific, Canada, and Europe; and on ALL Smithsonian Journeys Travel Adventures and Explorations by Collette tours.

On departures May 2010 and beyond, Door to Door transfers are included with air-inclusive bookings to all destinations

Great Savings • Added Comfort • More Convenience

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