BRAND NEW FOR 2027: Expedition Cruises!

Imagine exploring London, feeling time slip away in Stonehenge, the Roman ruins of Bath, Shakespeare’s home town in the Cotswolds, cruising on Windermere in the Lake District—all followed by a steam train through the wild Moors, discovering mysterious York, Sherwood Forest, and a visit to Windsor Castle. This tour is truly an exceptional England experience.

Begin in dazzling London with a classic double-decker bus tour of the city’s highlights. Pick up your rental car, and you’re off to Stonehenge, older than the pyramids, for your stay in elegant Bath. Roman ruins and Georgian shops line the streets. Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon awaits and you’ll be in on the full story of his life and times. Driving through honey-colored villages, you’ll reach the Lake District, inspiration for artists and poets. Cruise Lake Windermere for scenic shoreline views.

Next stop in York, 2,000 years old and the center of power struggles between Scotland and England. Take a steam train through the windswept moors, then walk Gothic Yorkminster, the Shambles, and the underground city. End your sojourn in Windsor and be amazed by the Castle’s treasures. Simply stunning, all of it.

PLAN AND BOOK

Included Unique Activities

Shakespeare - The Full Story Admission

Shakespeare - The Full Story Admission

24-Hour Cruise Pass on Windermere Lake

24-Hour Cruise Pass on Windermere Lake

Steam Trains, Whitby, and the North York Moors

Steam Trains, Whitby, and the North York Moors

Windsor Castle Admission

Windsor Castle Admission

The Roman Baths Admission

The Roman Baths Admission

Black Cab Meet & Greet Transfer Heathrow Airport to Hotel

Black Cab Meet & Greet Transfer Heathrow Airport to Hotel

Premier Classic London Tour in an Iconic Black Cab

Premier Classic London Tour in an Iconic Black Cab

Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein Multi-Sensory Museum

Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein Multi-Sensory Museum

Accommodations

2 Nights

Heart of the City Beautiful Hotel

2 Nights

Hotel Indigo Bath

1 Night

Luxury Heart of Stratford Hotel

2 Nights

Briery Wood Country House Hotel

2 Nights

5-Star Historic Spa Inn

1 Night

4-Star Riverside Hotel

Transportation and Guides

  • Authentic London Black Cab Meet & Greet Transfer on Arrival
  • Automatic Rental Car

Meals Included

  • Full Breakfast Included Each Morning

Points of Interest

  • Spend Two Nights in Central London
  • Visit Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and the Tower of London
  • Shop on Famous Oxford Street and Wander through Regents Park
  • Explore Beautiful Bath Architecture & the Ancient Roman Baths
  • Gaze upon the Beautiful Black & White Tudor Buildings of Stratford
  • Visit the Birthplace of the World's Most Famous Playwright - Shakespeare
  • Take in Jaw-Dropping Scenery in Windermere at The Heart of The Lake District
  • Stroll the Charming Streets of the 2,000-Year Old Walled City of York
  • Be Enthralled by Stunning Warwick & Conisbrough Castles
  • Spend Some Time Exploring Peak District National Park
  • Meander through the Royal Town of Windsor

Oxford Street, Greater London

The Regent's Park, Greater London

British Museum, Greater London

Piccadilly Circus, Greater London

London, Greater London

Westminster Abbey, Greater London

Buckingham Palace, Greater London

Big Ben, Greater London

UNESCO World Heritage sites

Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey

The Tower of London

The Tower of London

Bath

Bath

Stonehenge

Stonehenge

The Lake District

The Lake District

Included Unique Experiences

  • Half-Day Landmarks Tour in your Iconic Black Cab
  • Entrance to the Roman Baths Museum and Preserved Thermae
  • Mary Shelly's House of Frankenstein Museum Experience
  • Shakespeare – The full Story, entrance to all 5 properties
  • 24-Hour Cruise Pass on Windemere Lake
  • Day Trip to Whitby and the North York Moors with Historic Steam train Ride (Seasonal March to October)
  • Entrance to the 11th Century Royal Residence; Windsor Castle
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2026 LOW SEASON

Available Dates

Nov, Dec

From $4,917 per person

2026 MID SEASON

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Sep, Oct

From $5,039 per person

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Jul, Aug

From $5,161 per person

2027 LOW SEASON

Available Dates

Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec

From $5,409 per person

2027 MID SEASON

Available Dates

Apr, May, Sep, Oct

From $5,543 per person

2027 HIGH SEASON

Available Dates

Jun, Jul, Aug

From $5,677 per person

Your Price Includes

ACCOMMODATION

  • 10 Nights Authentic Accommodations 

TRANSPORTATION

  • Authentic London Black Cab Meet & Greet Transfer on Arrival
  • Automatic Rental Car

DINING OPTIONS INCLUDED

  • Full Breakfast Included Each Morning

INCLUDED UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

  • Half-Day Landmarks Tour in your Iconic Black Cab
  • Entrance to the Roman Baths Museum and Preserved Thermae
  • Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein Museum in Bath
  • Shakespeare – The full Story, entrance to all 5 properties
  • 24-Hour Cruise Pass on Windemere Lake
  • Day Trip to Whitby and the North York Moors with Historic Steam train Ride (Seasonal March to October)
  • Entrance to the 11th Century Royal Residence; Windsor Castle

POINTS OF INTEREST

  • Spend Two Nights in Central London
  • Visit Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and the Tower of London
  • Shop on Famous Oxford Street and Wander through Regents Park
  • Explore Beautiful Bath Architecture & the Ancient Roman Baths
  • Gaze upon the Beautiful Black & White Tudor Buildings of Stratford
  • Visit the Birthplace of the World's Most Famous Playwright - Shakespeare
  • Take in Jaw-Dropping Scenery in Windermere at The Heart of The Lake District
  • Stroll the Charming Streets of the 2,000-Year Old Walled City of York
  • Be Enthralled by Stunning Warwick & Conisbrough Castles
  • Spend Some Time Exploring Peak District National Park
  • Meander through the Royal Town of Windsor
Prices Based On
  • All Taxes & Fees Included
  • Prices are Per Person based on 2 people traveling together and sharing a room.
  • Traveling Alone? No Problem. Just Ask Us for a Single Supplement Price.

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Jan Pepe

GA

Ellie did a fabulous job helping me put together the perfect trip for my clients. She paid such great attention to the details I sent her, and my clients said the trip was AMAZING! Thank you Ellie!!!

"mom and daughter trip"

Tracy Layton

Ireland

What an amazing trip! I chose Authentic because the itinerary sounded exactly what we wanted to see. But what made this the trip of a lifetime was our driver/guide, Colm Dunlea. He was absolutely incredible. The stories he told, the little side trips he took us on, the tips he gave us as we arrived in each of the towns/cities, the pictures he took and all of the extras he gave us were just so very much appreciated. I am forever grateful to Colm Dunlea for all he did. He was BRILLIANT!!!

"85th birthday gift celebration"

Patricia Slota

Montague Michigan

Our trip to Ireland was beyond amazing. Each day brought new vistas filling us all with the heart of this beautiful land, The accomadations were just magical and each one had a lovely history of its own. The tour itinerary was well designed to teach us about Irelands different areas and history. Special praise to our ProCar chauffer / guide, Mr. Declan Cummins for going way above to care for each traveler . ( We were a varied group.) He is a huge asset to your company, We all grew very fond of him by weeks end. Thank you all for creating this wonderful adventure. I'd do it over again in a heartbeat!

"Denmark Vacation"

Eric Jensen

Minneapolis, MN

My clients' 'Denmark in the Spring' trip exceeded expectations — from the seamless logistics to the curated experiences in both Copenhagen and Aarhus, every detail was thoughtfully arranged. Their drivers and guides were exceptional, bringing the destinations to life in ways they couldn't have discovered on their own. They returned home already dreaming of their next trip.

"Mom and daughter trip"

Jill Loveless

Wisconsin

My client and her mother contacted me about travel to Ireland. They wanted something private and special. I met my Authentic Vacations' sales rep the night before and decided to send in a request. Best decision ever! Lauren L. received my request and immediately sent me an email with a few ideas, we talked on the phone and within 2 days I had a winning itinerary.

Fast forward. My client emailed me on arrival day and was very pleased with the service. She emailed me again on the last day and raved about their driver Colm Dunlea.

Working with Authentic Vacations was effortless. I highly recommend them and plan to use their service again.

"Family Vacation"

Denise Ferraro

New York

As a travel advisor, this was the first Ireland trip I entrusted to Authentic Vacations, and they knocked it out of the park. The clients loved having a private driver, thought the hotels were ideal, and a castle stay was the perfect ending to the trip.

"Birthday Family Trip"

Joan Cook

Illinois

My group of 10 returned from a week in Ireland where I hired a driver through Authentic Vacations. Delcan went above and beyond as I had 2 80+ women in the group that could not walk long distances. He found wheelchairs at every venue. My clients said he was very kind and friendly. Thank you to Jennifer at Authentic Vacations who made this experience a memory of a lifetime.

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Fort Thomas, KY

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