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The Great West Way is an ancient route, newly imagined. This tour will take you to the highlights you want to see as well as hidden gems. Pick up your rental car in London and head to Windsor, home of the Queen, for unimaginable gardens and treasures. Next is exquisite Bath, a perfect combination of Roman ruins and Georgian shops. Renew your spirits at the Thermae Royal Bath and visit the immersive Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein.

Bristol is energetic and creative. Explore the city on a tandem bike! Next is mysterious Stonehenge, older than the pyramids, and Avebury. Feel time slip away. Stay in the cathedral city of Salisbury, in the heart of Wiltshire. Your last two nights are spent in brilliant London. Explore the largest city in Europe with a private Black Cab driving tour. Hear stories and ask questions! This England experience is sublime.

PLAN AND BOOK

Included Unique Activities

Windsor Castle Admission

Windsor Castle Admission

The Roman Baths Admission

The Roman Baths Admission

Premier Classic London Tour in an Iconic Black Cab

Premier Classic London Tour in an Iconic Black Cab

Black Cab Transfer London Hotel to Heathrow Airport (1-4 Pax)

Black Cab Transfer London Hotel to Heathrow Airport (1-4 Pax)

Bristol Tandem Bike Hire

Bristol Tandem Bike Hire

The Body in a Suitcase Escape Game at House of Frankenstein

The Body in a Suitcase Escape Game at House of Frankenstein

Accommodations

1 Night

4-Star Riverside Hotel

2 Nights

The Queensberry Hotel

2 Nights

Number 38 Clifton

1 Night

Picturesque B&B Hotel

2 Nights

Heart of the City Beautiful Hotel

Transportation and Guides

  • Automatic Rental Car
  • Authentic London Black Cab Transfer on Departure

Meals Included

  • Full Breakfast Included Each Morning

Points of Interest

  • Discover the Art of 18th to 20th-Century Gardens at Kew Gardens in Windsor
  • Take in Historic Architecture and Sweeping Grounds at Stonor Park
  • Explore Beautiful Bath Architecture & the Ancient Roman Baths
  • Stroll Through the Medieval Cathedral City of Salisbury
  • See the Mysterious Standing Stones at Stonehenge
  • 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

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Greater London

Windsor Castle, South East Region

Stonor Park, South East Region

Bath, Southwest Region

Lacock, Southwest Region

Highclere Castle, South East Region

The Royal Crescent, Bath, Southwest Region

Bath Abbey, Southwest Region

UNESCO World Heritage sites

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Bath

Bath

Stonehenge

Stonehenge

The Tower of London

The Tower of London

Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey

Included Unique Experiences

  • Entrance to the 11th Century Royal Residence; Windsor Castle
  • Visit the Roman Baths Museum and preserved Thermae
  • Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein Experience
  • Bike Hire in Bristol
  • Half-Day Landmarks Tour in your Iconic Black London Cab
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2026 MID SEASON

Available Dates

Nov, Dec

From $4,451 per person

2026 HIGH SEASON

Available Dates

Sep, Oct

From $4,572 per person

2027 LOW SEASON

Available Dates

Jan, Feb, Mar

From $4,805 per person

2027 MID SEASON

Available Dates

Apr, May, Nov, Dec

From $4,896 per person

2027 HIGH SEASON

Available Dates

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

From $5,029 per person

Your Price Includes

ACCOMMODATION

  • 8 Nights Authentic English Accommodations 

TRANSPORTATION

  • Compact Rental Car with Automatic Transmission
  • Authentic London Black Cab Transfer on Departure

DINING OPTIONS INCLUDED

  • Full Breakfast Included Each Morning

INCLUDED UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

  • Entrance to the 11th Century Royal Residence; Windsor Castle
  • Visit the Roman Baths Museum and preserved Thermae
  • Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein Experience
  • Bristol Bike Hire
  • Half-Day Landmarks Tour in your Iconic Black London Cab

POINTS OF INTEREST

  • Discover the Art of 18th to 20th-Century Gardens at Kew Gardens in Windsor
  • Take in Historic Architecture and Sweeping Grounds at Stonor Park
  • Explore Beautiful Bath Architecture & the Ancient Roman Baths
  • Be enthralled by Stunning Warwick Castle
  • Stroll Through the Medieval Cathedral City of Salisbury
  • See the Mysterious Standing Stones at Stonehenge
  • 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
Prices Based On
  • All Taxes & Fees Included
  • Prices are Per Person based on 2 people traveling together and sharing a room.

"Italy Trip"

John Ambrose

Colorado

Jen set up everything and the trip was amazing. The hotels and places we visited were all awesome. Jen did a great job of selecting and creating our daily venues.

"Holiday break in Ireland"

Rodney Bates

Chum Creek, Vic. Australia

The trip to Ireland met every expectation and more. Everything happened as planned, fabulous hotels and locations, seamless arrangements for airport transfers and car hire, and made good use of the inclusions and itinerary suggestions. Our second trip with these guys, thoroughly recommend them for your next journey

"Birthday"

Karen Sanchez

NY

The clients had an amazing time. They even texted in destination to tell me how wonderful everything was. Adina was super knowledgeable and her planning was flawless.

"Best Friends Trip"

Kristin Reyes

AZ

My clients had a absolute dream trip to Italy! They loved their activities and excursions, and sent me plenty of pictures during their trip showing them having a fantastic time. Highlights for them were the private golf cart tour in Rome and the pasta making class. My clients and I have been thrilled with Authentic Vacations, and I can't wait to plan more trips!

"Family Vacation"

Katharine Allman

Texas

Lauren Leandro did an exceptional job of creating a seamless itinerary for discerning travelers on a repeat visit to the UK--especially at the nth minute when the travelers pivoted to a fully chauffeured itinerary in remote regions. Kudos to you, Lauren, and the operations dept....everyone had an amazing time and the trip exceeded expectations!

"Family Vacation"

Alison Evenson

KY

My client's loved their trip to England and Scotland. They were pleased with everything we planned for them and everything went perfectly. Ellie and Authentic Vacations made me look like a rock star. Thank you!

"Revisit to hike the 5 villages"

Brent Shick

Cinque Terre, Italy

What a wonderful visit we had in Cinque Terre. The driver was waiting for us at Florence airport and got us to Cinque Terre quickly and safely. Driver was very nice and spoke English well. He had cold water bottles for us to drink and the Mercedes van was very comfortable transportation.


The Hotel was very nice and the people there took very good care of us. We brought more than one suitcase each, because we had 19 days of travel planned, and found that to be a mistake. We would do that differently if we do it again, we would store most of it and take only one to the hotel or ship the rest ahead to the cruise line. The villages have a lot of steps, but the hotel manager had help for us so we didn't have to do much. Very good to us.


The all-day hiking with Andrea was absolutely fantastic. He was very accommodating and a wonderful guide and a wonderful person. He talked us through what we wanted to hike and when we want to use a shuttle or the train so that we could do all 5 villages. He recommended a couple of places for lunch and the restaurant we ate at was fantastic.


The food, especially the seafood, was so delicious and fresh, we really enjoyed everything we ate. The anchovies were so fresh and tasty we had the sampler twice, which is 3 or 4 pieces of anchovies, cooked 4 or 5 different ways. I also got a focaccia sandwich with mozzarella and anchovies and sundried tomatoes. I couldn't believe how good that was to eat.


The driver was picked us up after check-out and drove us to the port in Ravenna. This was a 4 hour trip and he got us there on time and safe. Driver was very nice and spoke English well for us. He also had cold water bottles for us to drink and the Mercedes van was very comfortable transportation.


So except for the fact that we probably over did it, hiking 8 or 9 miles up and down hills, it was exceptional.


Thank you for calling me a few days before and talking me through all the things we needed to know and helping with the train tickets. ItalyBeyond also was very responsive, any time I asked them questions.


Thank you very much for putting this together for us, so that we could experience this wonderful vacation with such wonderful memories. We always enjoy the itineraries you prepare for us. Look forward to the next one.

"Italy anniversary trip"

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!!!

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