BRAND NEW FOR 2027: Expedition Cruises!

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 LOW SEASON

Available Dates

Nov, Dec

From $4,451 per person

2026 MID SEASON

Available Dates

Sep, Oct

From $4,572 per person

2026 HIGH SEASON

Available Dates

Jun, Jul, Aug

From $4,653 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 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!!!

"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.

"Family Adventure"

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Fort Thomas, KY

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