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| Great Britain (Winter)
A 10-Day tour starting from $1,459
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| About This Tour | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Featuring: England, Scotland and Wales Starting In London and ending in London |
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Accomodations
* 8 nights in superior tourist class hotels * Accommodation based on your choice of twin or triple-share with private facilities * Continental breakfasts (B) and three-course dinners (D) as per itinerary * Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges The Contiki Difference * Experienced professional Tour Manager & Driver * Modern air-conditioned coach
Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Your exciting European trip begins. Arrive London (1 Days) Check-in to your hotel after 2pm then enjoy the day exploring London. Tonight, meet your Contiki Tour Manager and fellow travellers for a pre-departure meeting. London to Oxford (1 Days) A warm welcome from your Contiki crew as we begin with a city tour of London. View Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey before heading west to the Royal town of Windsor. A chance to see famous Windsor Castle before continuing to the university town of Oxford. Oxford to York (1 Days) We journey north past the Peak District to the historic city of York. See Roman, Viking and medieval history in this famous walled city. An included walking tour by day and a chance to go ghost hunting at night after our pub dinner. York to Edinburgh (1 Days) Today we take a trip to the foot of the Pennine Mountains to view Hadrian's Wall. North into Bonnie Scotland for a scenic drive to the vibrant city of Edinburgh. Enjoy a first glimpse of the city on our including sightseeing tour this evening. Edinburgh (1 Days) Today a chance to explore the city sights such as the castle and Holyrood Palace, or perhaps walk the Royal Mile and shop for tartan and shortbread along Princes Street. A full day to explore and enjoy. Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands (1 Days) Today we head north for the Dee Valley in the Grampian Mountains, close to Balmoral Castle. Enjoy the spectacular drive along the Whisky Trail to our home tonight in the beautiful Highlands. Highlands to Glasgow (1 Days) First stop this morning is the famous Loch Ness. We continue south past Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, and through Glencoe before stopping on the shores of Loch Lomond. A chance to cruise on the lake before heading to Glasgow, situated on the banks of the river Clyde. Glasgow to Liverpool (1 Days) South through Robert Burns country, we stop at Gretna Green. Leaving Scotland behind, we travel to Liverpool enjoying the spectacular scenery of the Lake District and Cumbrian Mountains. This afternoon, you'll enjoy our included Magical Mystery Tour of memorable Beatles sights with a local guide. Tonight, why not join us for a farewell dinner and later enjoy Liverpool's nightscene? Liverpool to London (1 Days) Our first stop today is the Roman town of Chester. Then it's on to Wales for our lunch-stop before heading back to London, where we arrive at approximately 8pm.
London
See Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London & Westminster Abbey Windsor See Windsor Castle Oxford Visit the University town York See York Minster York Walking tour of the city Northumberland National Park See Hadrian's Wall Edinburgh See Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and the Royal Mile Scottish Highlands Visit Loch Ness and Loch Lomond Scottish Highlands Visit and tour a whisky distillery (subject to availability) Scottish Highlands See Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain Scottish Highlands Scenic drives including the Whisky Trail and Royal Deeside Liverpool See the famous sights of The Beatles on a Magical Mystery Tour with our local guide Gretna Green Entrance to Museum and take part in an historic wedding ceremony Chester Visit the Tudor town Wales Scenic drive through Snowdonia National Park Oxford Walking Tour
GB£5.00 An educational tour of this university town gives you a chance to learn about famous former students, walk past the haunts of Inspector Morse and even see where parts of the 'Harry Potter' movies were filmed. Ghost Walk GB£4.50 Go ghost hunting with our resident expert, through the ginnels and snickets (small alleyways) of the old town. Scottish Evening GB£31.00 (20-34 people)/ GB£30.00 (35+ people) Enjoy a hearty Scottish meal with a chance to try some haggis. The atmosphere for the night is set by a traditional piper who plays for you after dinner and shares stories. Loch Lomond Cruise GB£6.00 Travel the high road to this magnificent part of Scotland and board a leisurely cruise on this famous loch. You'll be enchanted by the beautiful scenery. Gretna Green Group Photo Large: GB£10.00 / Small GB £5.00 Entrance to Gretna Green and a souvenir photo of your tour group to take home with you. A great way to remember your fellow travellers and the day of the 'wedding'! Liverpool Evening GB£ 24.00 Enjoy a farewell meal in the heart of vibrant Liverpool before a night on the town. Start the evening with a pre-dinner drink at the famous Cavern Club, then a delicious three-course meal is yours to enjoy. |
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