Highlights
Edinburgh Castle, Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Lake District, Choice on Tour: Rydal Mount Visit or Guided Hike Through the Lake District, Liverpool, Strawberry Field, Choice on Tour: Maritime History Walking Tour or the Tate Liverpool, Cotswolds, Bath, Cornwall, Sea Shanty Performance, Great Western Railway, London
Essential Experiences
Enjoy a lively performance by a Cornish Sea Shanty Band.
Itinerary at a Glance
| Day 1 |
Overnight Flight |
| Day 2 - 3 |
VOCO Edinburgh, Edinburgh |
| Day 4 - 5 |
Low Wood Bay Resort and Spa, Lake Windermere |
| Day 6 |
Hotel Indigo Liverpool, Liverpool |
| Day 7 - 8 |
The Queens Hotel Cheltenham , Cheltenham |
| Day 9 - 11 |
The Cornwall Hotel and Spa , Cornwall |
| Day 12 - 13 |
DoubleTree by Hilton West End, London |
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
| Day 1 |
Jun 16, 2026: Overnight FlightFrom poetic countrysides to bustling capitals, experience the many distinctive sides of Great Britain. Encounter the history, connect with the locals, and see what life is like in the United Kingdom. |
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| Day 2 |
Jun 17, 2026: Edinburgh, Scotland - Tour BeginsYour journey begins in Scotland, where age-old legends intersect with scenic beauty. Start in Edinburgh, the country's capital, and enjoy time to settle in for your stay. Delve into Scottish culture with a locally inspired dinner with a modern-day twist. |
Included Meals
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| Day 3 |
Jun 18, 2026: EdinburghSee the city like a local during a walking tour of the Old Town, passing by Victorian houses and cobblestone streets. Explore the Royal Mile, ending at Edinburgh Castle, where you'll enjoy a guided tour of this historic fortress. The rest of the afternoon is yours. Later this evening, take your seat at the spectacular, world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, one of Scotland's greatest events. |
Included Meals
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| Day 4 |
Jun 19, 2026: Edinburgh - Lake Windermere, EnglandSay goodbye to Scotland and travel to the scenic Lake District, eternalized through the works of Scott and Wordsworth. Along the way, stop for a break at England's most famous motorway station, Tebay. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the shores of Lake Windermere, your home for the next 2 nights. Breathe in the crisp air and admire the rolling hills nestled against the water. |
Included Meals
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| Day 5 |
Jun 20, 2026: Lake DistrictSee the area from a different perspective and set sail on Lake Windermere, England's largest lake. Take in the tranquil backdrop before visiting the charming village of Grasmere. Personalize your afternoon because it's your choice! Soak up the romance of the Lake District with a visit to Rydal Mount, the home of poet William Wordsworth -OR- embark on a guided hike through glacial valleys and along lakeside trails. |
Included Meals
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| Day 6 |
Jun 21, 2026: Lake Windermere - LiverpoolHead to Liverpool, England's popular port city. You will visit Strawberry Field, the site where John Lennon came to play as a child, which he later immortalized in the song, 'Strawberry Fields Forever'. Here you will experience an Impact Moment and learn about the work the Salvation Army does at Strawberry Field to give young people with learning difficulties the opportunity for work experience. This afternoon, it's your choice! Visit the Tate Liverpool, home to an eclectic range of art from the 16th century to modern day -OR- embark on a walking tour of Albert Dock and learn about Liverpool's rich industrial history, connection to the American Civil War, as well as explore the Merseyside Maritime past. |
Included Meals
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| Day 7 |
Jun 22, 2026: Liverpool - CotswoldsDelve into the English's love of stately homes with a visit to a Dorfold Hall. Your glimpse into the quintessential English lifestyle continues as you make your way to the Cotswolds. A region of hilly fields and stone houses, the Cotswolds is a charming collection of storybook villages. Settle into an 18th-century, modern boutique for the night, in the heart of a charming Cotswolds town. |
Included Meals
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| Day 8 |
Jun 23, 2026: CotswoldsThis morning explore the Cotswolds, taking in the rolling hills and honey-colored stone homes that make this one of England's most beautiful areas. Visit the quaint villages and enjoy free time for lunch in this picturesque town. Take the afternoon to relax and enjoy the Cotswolds at your own leisurely pace. |
Included Meals
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| Day 9 |
Jun 24, 2026: Cotswolds - Bath - CornwallThe morning will be spent in the city of Bath, where centuries-old history is told with a visit to the Roman Baths. Learn about the indulgence and opulence of a bygone time and see how Bath developed over centuries. After lunch on your own, the journey will continue to Poldarks Cornwall. Tonight, after dinner join your fellow travelers for an evening of song by a local Sea Shanty Band. |
Included Meals
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| Day 10 |
Jun 25, 2026: CornwallToday will be a full day tour of Cornwall's dramatic north coast. Learn of Cornwall's tin mining past and how this shaped the landscape we see today. Along the way will provide opportunities to capture the rugged beauty of the coast with free time for lunch in a typical Cornish town. After a day of viewing beautiful Poldark country scenery, the journey ends back at the hotel. |
Included Meals
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| Day 11 |
Jun 26, 2026: CornwallThis morning, visit the Lost Gardens of Heligan, the largest garden restoration in Europe and home to a National Collection of camellias and rhododendrons and bursting with romance and intrigue around every pathway and corner. Explore Cornwall's idyllic south coast with a local guide and discover what makes this pretty peninsula so special, followed by a traditional Cornish Cream Tea. |
Included Meals
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| Day 12 |
Jun 27, 2026: Cornwall - Great Western Railway - LondonWish the countryside goodbye and travel on the Great Western Railway to London, England's lively capital. Upon arriving in London, get the lay of the land on a panoramic tour with a local expert. Take in London's iconic sites, such as Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham Palace. The rest of the day is yours to explore independently. |
Included Meals
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| Day 13 |
Jun 28, 2026: LondonSpend the day discovering London on your own. Perhaps you'll grab a pint with the locals, wander through one of the many museums, or see the city from a different perspective on the London Eye. You may choose to join an optional excursion to Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. This evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner and toast the end of an incredible adventure. |
Included Meals
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| Day 14 |
Jun 29, 2026: London - Tour EndsYour journey through Great Britain comes to a close today. |
Included Meals
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Cancellation Waiver
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Worry-Free Cancellation Our industry-leading cancellation waiver offers travellers a full cash refund for the price of the tour, right up to the day prior to departure, minus the small cost of the waiver. Travel worry-free knowing if anything changes, you're protected. Click here for complete details. |
Plus, you're covered on tour. Our travel protection plan covers you on tour. If you have to stop your trip or return home early, need medical assistance or evacuation, suffer a baggage loss or delay; or are delayed on tour for 12 hours or more, you're covered. Travel Protection is just $549 per person. |
Pricing
Save $150 per person*
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Double |
$7,829pp |
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Single |
$9,329pp |
* Included in Price: Round Trip Group Transfers from Pacific Grove to San Francisco Intl Airport, Round Trip Air from San Francisco Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers
* Not Included in Price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $549 per person