Gems of Britain (201213)
A 4-Day Insight Tours tour starting from $975
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| Starting Price: | $975 |  |
| Tour Length: | 4 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | England, Scotland | |
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Cities Visited: Tour Pace: Succinct and feature packed, welcome to a spirited journey which captures the essence of Britain in only a few days - but you wouldn’t want it any other way! It includes a fantastic cross section of Britain’s historical towns, traditional heritage, cultural figures and idyllic scenic landscapes. Hotels: The modern Hotel 53 sits within the city walls and only a short walk from York’s major attractions. Located in Edinburgh’s West End, the Hilton Grosvenor hotel combines an 1860s listed building with a stylish and modern interior. The newly-refurbished Atlantic Tower hotel has amazing views over Liverpool’s iconic landmarks 6th & 13th August - These two special departures of Insight's premium quality 'Gems of Britain' tour swap the afternoon Edinburgh castle visit for first class tickets to the 62nd Edinburgh Tattoo, one of the world's most spectacular shows. It is staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle, a magnificent and inspiring backdrop for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event. |
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3 full Breakfasts (B)2 three-course evening meals with choice, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)Enjoy a Welcome Drink reception (WR)
Included First Class Services
Escorted by a professional Tour DirectorHeadsets for all guided visits and walking toursLuxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroomInsight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterageInsight Traveller document wallet, Welcome on Tour book and information packLondon Airport transfer service available
Meet your Tour Director early this morning and head to the gracious university town of Cambridge. A glimpse here of the age-old tradition of learning as you stroll by some of the colleges, including magnificent King’s College. Continue to historic York where inside the city walls, you see York Minster, England’s largest medieval cathedral. Then walk through the narrow cobbled streets to the crooked houses of the ‘Shambles’. After some free time, check-in to your hotel. This evening enjoy a Welcome Drink before dinner.(Welcome Reception / Dinner)
Day 2: YORK – EDINBURGH
Cross the wild Northumberland Moors and pass the romantic ruins of Jedburgh Abbey, en route to Scotland’s elegant capital, Edinburgh. See Edinburgh Castle which houses the Scottish Crown Jewels. Then drive from the castle down the stately Royal Mile, past St Giles’ Cathedral to Holyroodhouse Palace – the Queen’s residence in Edinburgh. Cross over to Princes Street past the Sir Walter Scott monument and on to the 18th century New Town. [6th & 13th AUGUST DEPARTURES - This evening, enjoy the highlight of our tour - a wonderful evening performance of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. In 2012, this spectacular event will draw together nearly 1000 individual and band performers from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee. The exciting show is brought to an emotional and poignant close as the Lone Piper, high on the castle ramparts, plays a haunting lament]. Your hotel is in the heart of the city centre.(Full Breakfast)
Day 3: EDINBURGH – LAKE DISTRICT – LIVERPOOL
Drive via Gretna Green, where many an eloping English couple have married, then cross the border back into England. Enjoy a drive through the Lake District, a region so beautiful it inspired a host of English poets. Visit the grave of William Wordsworth before continuing to lively Liverpool. Your hotel is adjacent to the iconic Liver Building and overlooking the Dock Front World Heritage Site. Dinner is served at the hotel tonight.(Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 4: LIVERPOOL – CHESTER – STRATFORD – LONDON
First stop today is at the former Roman fortress town of Chester. Walk with your Tour Director along part of the city walls. See the Eastgate Clock, Cathedral, the unique black and white ‘Rows’ (shopping arcades) and the remains of the Roman Amphitheatre. Continue to the pretty market town of Stratford-upon-Avon where you visit the half-timbered birthplace of William Shakespeare. Return to London through the flower-trimmed villages of the Cotswolds, one of the most beautiful parts of England.(Full Breakfast)
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5/21/2012 - 5/24/2012 |
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7/23/2012 - 7/26/2012 |
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8/6/2012 - 8/9/2012 |
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8/13/2012 - 8/16/2012 |
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8/20/2012 - 8/23/2012 |
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8/27/2012 - 8/30/2012 |
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Cambridge: Walk by the colleges of Britain’s second university, seeing the magnificent King’s CollegeYork: Walk within the city walls to see the glorious Minster, largest medieval church in northern Europe and the topsy-turvy ‘shambles’, a picturesque street with warped over hanging timber-framed houses.Borders: See the ruins of Jedburgh AbbeyEdinburgh: See Edinburgh Castle. Take a guided tour down the Royal Mile, past Holyroodhouse Palace, and over to the Walter Scott Monument and the 18C ‘New Town’ with its classical Adam facades.Lake District: Learn about the life of the poet William Wordsworth and visit his grave in the picturesque stone built village of GrasmereLiverpool: See the famous Liver BuildingChester: Walk by Chester’s ‘black and white’ shopping arcades known as the ‘Rows’ and see the Cathedral and remains of the Roman Amphitheatre.Stratford: Visit the half timbered birth-place of William Shakespeare, now a museum full of interesting artefacts and memorabilia relating to his life.Scenic drives - Cotswolds, English Lake District, Northumberland Moors
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Terms and Conditions: Price is in American dollars and is per person, land only, based on double occupancy. For new bookings only made after March 31, 2012 on departures listed above for 2012 travel. Subject to availability. Excludes Early Payment Discount and any other promotional offer. Please note if the booking is made within 45 days from the departure date full Payment will be due at the time of booking. No bookings may be made after June 26th, 2012. Other conditions apply.
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BOOKING WINDOW: March 31st - June 28th, 2012
TRAVEL WINDOW: April 15th - October 25th, 2012
Terms and Conditions: Booking and full payment for entire vacation package must be made by June 28, 2012. Offer is valid for new bookings made from March 31, 2012 through June 28, 2012. Travel must begin between April 15, 2012 and October 25, 2012. Offers valid on any airline. Offers not valid to Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, Jordan, Israel, Select Choices, or any tours with train and tours with cruise. Save $700 ($350pp) offer valid only on air-inclusive Insight Gold Europe tours; Save $500 ($250pp) air offer valid only on air-inclusive Premium Europe tours. Normal name change policy applies. Fuel surcharges, taxes and fees are included in quoted rate. Once payment is received, air tickets are non-refundable. Save $500 ($250pp) land offer valid on land-only Insight Gold departures; Save $300 ($150pp) land offer valid on land-only Premium Europe departures only. Offers are combinable with brochure discounts found in our 2012 Premium Europe & Britain brochures except Early Payment Discounts. Offers are not combinable with Hot Deals or each other. Offers may be withdrawn at any time and are subject to availability. Valid for new Scheduled Group bookings subject to promo payment conditions are met. Please call for details. CST No. 20687545-20
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