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Arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland’s elegant capital, home of the Stone of Destiny. Gather with your traveling companions for an evening of good cheer and fine dining. In the morning, you’ll head south to England’s Northumberland, the locale for Harry Potter and Downton Abbey film shoots, and the market town of Alnwick. Discover Alnwick Castle where you can fly a broomstick! Next, Guisborough, influenced by the Vikings, is on the edge of the moors—visit the UNESCO site of Durham Cathedral.
Tour atmospheric York and cruise the River Ouse, bordering the city. The West Midlands, particularly the Peak District, is a haven of moors, dales, rivers, springs, and inspiring beauty—it was Britain’s first national park. Explore Chatsworth House, the grand manor and gardens that influenced Jane Austen’s settings. Going farther south, your nights are charmed by a stay in the Cathedral City of Lincoln. The Cathedral is the finest medieval architecture in England, housing one of the few copies of the 1215 Magna Carta. Lincoln is rich in heritage, great art, culture, shopping, and exceptional cuisine. Enjoy!
Your last two nights are spent in idyllic Cambridge. At the heart of town, Cambridge University is split into 31 stunning colleges. Kings College has a distinctive gothic chapel and an illustrious list of graduates. Wander through the market square, then take a lazy sail down the River Cam. The town’s tea rooms are grand, and Fitzbillies is a special favorite. Finally, we have a date with royalty at Sandringham, the private residence of Queen Elizabeth II—the gardens are sublime. A farewell dinner is the perfect finale to a journey through the royal heart of Scotland and England.
Included Unique Activities
- Visit Sandringham Estate, private retreat of Her Majesty The Queen
- Tradititional Punting Experience at Cambridge University
- Tour Behind-the-Scenes at Newmarket National Stud
Accommodation
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1 Night
Stylish New Town Edinburgh Hotel
1 Night
The White Swan Hotel, Alnwick1 Night
Yorkshire Country Retreat
2 Nights
19th Century Manor House
2 Nights
Cathedral Quarter Hotel
2 Nights
Stylish City Break HotelTransportation
- Premium Mini-Coach Transportation with Professional Driver/Guide
Dining Options Included
- Delectable Full Breakfast Each Morning
- 5 Dinners Included
Points of Interest
- Explore the Home of Famous Captain Cook
- Filming Locations from Harry Potter & Downton Abbey at Alnwick Castle
- Cruise along River Ouse to Admire York's Gothic Beauty
- Tour the Estate that Inspired the Setting for Pride & Prejudice
- Visit the Village of the Damned: Plague in 17th Century Eyam
- Behold the Stunning Architecture of 1000-year-old Lincoln Cathedral
- Stroll over Cambridge's only Covered Bridge - the Gothic-Style 'Bridge of Sighs'
- Peruse Famous Manuscripts at Wren Library
Available Dates
23 April - 02 May 2023
ON SALE!
From $3,212
$3,062 per person
21 - 30 May 2023
From $3,233 per person
02 - 11 July 2023
ON SALE!
From $3,485
$3,335 per person
20 - 29 August 2023
ON SALE!
From $3,485
$3,335 per person
03 - 12 September 2023
From $3,485 per person
Your Price Includes
ACCOMMODATION
- 9 Nights of Superior Hotel Accommodation
TRANSPORTATION
- Premium Mini-Coach Transportation with Professional Driver/Guide
DINING OPTIONS INCLUDED
- Delectable Full Breakfast Each Morning
- 5 Dinners Included
INCLUDED UNIQUE EXPERIENCES
- Visit Sandringham Estate, private retreat of Her Majesty the Queen
- Traditional Punting Experience at Cambridge University
- Tour Behind-the-Scenes at Newmarket National Stud
POINTS OF INTEREST
- Explore the Home of Famous Explorer Captain Cook
- Filming Locations from Harry Potter & Downton Abbey at Alnwick Castle
- Cruise along River Ouse to Admire York's Gothic Beauty
- Tour the Estate that Inspired the Setting for Pride & Prejudice
- Visit the Village of the Damned: Plague in 17th Century Eyam
- Behold the Stunning Architecture of 1000-year-old Lincoln Cathedral
- Stroll over Cambridge's only Covered Bridge - the Gothic-Style 'Bridge of Sighs'
- Peruse Famous Manuscripts at Wren Library
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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