Itinerary
7-Day England and Scotland Tour from London:
Day – 1
Hotel: Ibis London Excel Docklands / Holiday Inn London – Brentford Lock or similar
In the early morning, we’ll start a tour of London attractions: Big Ben, House of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, 10 Downing Street, Whitehall, St James’ Park, Buckingham Palace and River Thames. Enjoy a delicious meal in Chinatown.
In the afternoon, you will visit the famous British Museum, enter St Paul’s Cathedral if you have enough time. You can also enjoy the scene of Tower Bridge and Tower of London while sitting in the coach. The Tower of London is a historic castle located on the north bank of the River Thames in central London. It has played a prominent role in English history and served variously as a palace, an armoury, a treasury, a prison, the home of the Royal Mint, the home of the Crown Jewels of England and has been the setting of many bloody battles among British Monarchs.
We’ll stay overnight in London or a neighbouring city.
Day – 2
Hotel: Days Inn Wetherby / Holiday Inn Darlington – A1 Scotch Corner or similar
After breakfast, it is time to visit the nation’s acclaimed educational institution: Cambridge University. In addition to a strong academic atmosphere, Cambridge is where many luminaries started their dreams and hopes for the future with the sight of the pastoral landscapes, picturesque rivers and architecture. The University of Cambridge, a majestic old group of buildings including King’s College and Queens College, set among the most rural of bridges.
You continue your journey to York, a true medieval melting pot of Roman, Saxon and Viking culture. The city is mostly intact from the middle Ages and shows the rustic side of Britain. You visit York Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe. Then you will step up onto York city walls, dating back to Roman times. For those keen to discover little grass-roots shops, there will be time to wander around.
We’ll stay overnight in York or a neighbouring city.
Activity Price Additional Information
Cambridge Punting £30.00/Person
Day – 3
Hotel: Hotel in Glasgow or similar
After leaving York, Edinburgh is next on our places to visit. We are expected to arrive in Edinburgh in the afternoon. Edinburgh is Scotland’s compact, hilly capital. It represents the best in Scottish heritage. Wooden barrows of gold single malt whiskey, checked kilts and Scottish bagpipes will make you grow fond of this warm and lively nation of quirky characters. Upon arrival, we first visit Edinburgh Castle, set on the stunning view of volcanic rock structures, where once inside we will admire the oldest royal crown and jewellery.
We then continue this royal trail with a visit to Holyrood Palace and the City Hall. Optional is a visit to JK Rowling’s Ivory Café where Harry Potter was authored, to enjoy a cup of coffee. After enjoying in Edinburgh, coach will drive towards the city of Glasgow.
We’ll stay overnight in Glasgow or neighboring city.
Activity Price Additional Information
Edinburgh Castle £19.50/Adult
11.40/Child (5-16)
£15.5/Senior (65+) please book online in advance: edinburghcastle.scot/plan-your-visit/tickets
Edinburgh Seafood Hotpot £30.00/Person
Day – 4
Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Manchester / Niu Loom Hotel or similar
In the morning, we drive straight to Lake District, located in the west side of the north of England.
On the way, we will stop in Gretna Green, where a village in the south of Scotland is famous for “runaway marriages” began in 1754. Due to its romantic wedding traditions dating back over centuries, Gretna Green is one of the world’s most popular wedding location.
After that we continue our journey to Lake District. The Lake District National Park is the most visited national park in the United Kingdom. Each year tens of thousands of visitors travel here to see the thousands of years of geological changes reflected in the intricate natural beauty, lakes, valleys, mountains, waterfalls and natural carved out planning. You
can choose our optional to join boat cruise of Lake Windermere, or hop off to the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction.
From then onwards we are driving to Manchester, a fashionable, social buzz and dynamic city. This city is not only well-known for being a city of sport, the headquarters of Manchester United, but also England’s most productive industrial city. Football fans can enjoy a pilgrimage to the Manchester United Old Trafford grounds or catch a training game. Food lovers can pick a scrumptious restaurant in the nearby Chinatown.
We’ll stay overnight stay in Manchester or a neighbouring city
Activity Price Additional Information
Windermere Lake Cruise
45 min & Train + Transfer £40.00/Person
Day – 5
Hotel: Hotel in Swindon or similar
A breath-taking drive will take you to the famous English playwright and poet William Shakespeare’s hometown, Stratford-upon-Avon. This is also where the acclaimed Hollywood blockbuster movie – “Shakespeare in Love” was filmed. From the cobble-stoned streets to the drinking dens, theatres and road signs, everything is to do with Shakespeare. It is a heaven for those romantically inclined.
Our big anticipated outing for today must be the now famous outlet shopping centre – Bicester Village. For your fix of designer clothes, sporting goods, jewellery, household items and children’s clothing etc., Bicester Village is home to more than 130 fashion and lifestyle boutiques, including Gucci, Armani, Prada, Calvin Klein, Dunhill, DKNY, Burberry, Paul Smith, Bally and so on. Each shop offers savings of up to 60%, all year round. We dare you not to be persuaded.
We’ll stay overnight in Swindon or a neighbouring city.
Activity Price Additional Information
Shakespeare Birthplace £25.00/Adult
£12.50/Child (3-15)
Day – 6
Hotel: Hotel in Swindon or similar
Departure in the morning to Bibury (the most beautiful village in England), the group can take a stroll through this small village, take pictures, every angle is like a beautiful oil painting. Then we continue to the ancient city of Bath, home to the Roman baths. The Royal Crescent, which represents the Georgian architectural style. Visit Jane Austen’s house, and spend a leisurely afternoon on the banks of the Avon River with an elegant and delicious English afternoon tea.
We’ll stay overnight in Swindon or neighbouring city.
Activity Price Additional Information
The Roman Baths £26.00/Adult
£26.00/Child
£20.00/Senior (65+)
Day – 7
Hotel: Hotel in Swindon or similar
In the morning, we depart to Stonehenge. It is the cultural relic of the world’s prehistoric era and the first United Nations World Heritage site in the UK. An unsolved mystery in the archaeological world that attracts 1 million people globally to visit every year.
After the tour, we head to Windsor Castle. Windsor Castle is one of the largest and oldest castles in the world. It is also the official residence of the Queen. Inside the house, you can glimpse 900 years of British history. St George’s Chapel, which represents Gothic architecture in the castle, is where Prince Harry and Meghan held their Royal Marriage Ceremony.
We will end the tour today in London.
Tips:* Drop-off time and place: approximately 7:30pm at St. Pancras Railway Station
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