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British Escape 2027
7 Day Tour from London to Edinburgh
Tour Description:
On this Escape, visit the must-see landmarks and experience the culture of Britain without the crowds—and even better—without the high-season prices. It’s the perfect, concise Britain escorted tour that offers you the unforgettable sights of this great land! Have your camera ready to capture all the magnificent experiences as you travel from London to Edinburgh. History buffs will delight in seeing mysterious, prehistoric Stonehenge (just imagine how those stones got there!); the Roman Baths in Bath, constructed around 70 AD and today one of the best-preserved Roman remains in the world; Liverpool, once a great Victorian city and Atlantic seaport, and renowned birthplace of the Beatles; and Edinburgh, with its medieval Old Town and elegant Georgian New Town.Literary fans will enjoy visiting Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, and Grasmere, home to William Wordsworth. But that's not all…a London Guide will show you all the city’s famous landmarks, from Buckingham Palace to the Prime Minister’s Downing Street and Westminster Abbey; and in Edinburgh, you’ll tour the castle and see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. From the historical sights to the beautiful scenery to the special experiences, this guided tour of England and Scotland is a great way to sample everything Britain has to offer at a price that screams, “Let’s go!”
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Dates & Pricing
Start Dates Listed Below are US departure dates, please verify specific dates with your Pavlus Travel Planner
| Saturday 09 Jan 27 — Saturday 16 Jan 27 | Starting at $1,699 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 16 Jan 27 — Saturday 23 Jan 27 | Starting at $1,699 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 23 Jan 27 — Saturday 30 Jan 27 | Starting at $1,699 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 30 Jan 27 — Saturday 06 Feb 27 | Starting at $1,849 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 06 Feb 27 — Saturday 13 Feb 27 | Starting at $1,849 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 13 Feb 27 — Saturday 20 Feb 27 | Starting at $1,959 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 27 Feb 27 — Saturday 06 Mar 27 | Starting at $1,959 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 06 Mar 27 — Saturday 13 Mar 27 | Starting at $1,959 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 13 Mar 27 — Saturday 20 Mar 27 | Starting at $2,069 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 20 Mar 27 — Saturday 27 Mar 27 | Starting at $2,069 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 27 Mar 27 — Saturday 03 Apr 27 | Starting at $2,069 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingSpecial Features Included in this Tour:• Welcome dinner in London• Guided sightseeing in London with visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral• Visit to Stonehenge• Visit to Bath, featuring the Roman Baths• Visit to Shakespeare’s Birthplace• Grasmere Gingerbread tasting• Guided sightseeing in Edinburgh with visit to Edinburgh Castle and the Scottish Crown Jewels• Farewell dinner in Edinburgh
Notes:
This tour requires some uphill walking on rough terrain at Edinburgh Castle which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs.
This tour requires some uphill walking on rough terrain at Edinburgh Castle which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
Welcome to London! Tonight, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Dinner
DinnerDay 2 LONDON
On The Town In London Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes sights of the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, the Prime Minister’s Downing Street residence, Piccadilly Circus, Buckingham Palace, and a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral. Enjoy free time this afternoon. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SITES England’s national treasure of St. Paul’s Cathedral is home to a spectacular array of art from delicate carvings to gilded dome murals and modern works of art. As the seat of the Bishop of London, the cathedral serves as the mother church of the Diocese of London, where notable remembrances have been served here, including Queen Victoria’s jubilee, birthdays of Queen Elizabeth II, and funerals of luminaries like Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 3 LONDON–STONEHENGE–BATH
Ancient Stones & Spa Days Try to unravel the mystery of prehistoric Stonehenge and explore the visitor center with its imaginative exhibitions. Cross Salisbury Plain and head for the elegant city of Bath, where you’ll see the amazing excavations of the Roman Baths. Enjoy some free time in the city before enjoying dinner at your hotel. (B,D)
136 mi / 219 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEMS The traditions of one ancient Roman ritual are in full flow in Bath. Amid the remarkable Roman and Georgian architecture and the best-preserved Roman Baths of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a good spa day is never hard to find in one of the “Best Spa Towns in Europe.” The city of Bath sits above geothermal springs that bubble up from the limestone below. Bath also turns up the heat with some of Britain's grandest Georgian buildings, a mecca for elite 18th-century society
Breakfast Dinner
Breakfast DinnerDay 4 BATH–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON–LIVERPOOL
The Great Bard & The Fab Four Leaving Bath, journey to Stratford-upon-Avon and visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace. Learn about “The Bard,” England’s most famous playwright and poet. Continue north to Liverpool, home of The Beatles, and enjoy some free time in this vibrant city by the River Mersey. (B)
222 mi / 357 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT If “the play’s the thing” then this is the place where the world’s greatest playwright’s story began. Experience the humble beginnings of the boy called Will Shakespeare and visit the house where he spent his childhood and his early years. See the artefacts such as a 400-year-old pair of gloves and a book of Shakespeare’s complete works, and wander through the beautiful garden
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 5 LIVERPOOL–GRASMERE–GRETNA GREEN, SCOTLAND–EDINBURGH
Secret Weddings & Gingerbread Take a scenic drive through the tranquil Lake District, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a break in Wordsworth’s beloved Grasmere and try original [LF] Grasmere Gingerbread. Head north to the Scottish border and stop at Gretna Green, where the blacksmith performed weddings for runaway young couples. Continue to Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city for some free time this evening.(B)
239 mi / 384 km
LOCAL FAVORITE
TIMELESS TRADITIONS Sweeten the day with classic Grasmere gingerbread and hear the story of Sarah Nelson, the Victorian cook who invented the world famous cross between cake and biscuit in 1854
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 6 EDINBURGH
Crown Jewels & Castle Views Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town” and the famous scientists, inventors, and novelists who lived there. In the “Old Town,” visit Edinburgh Castle to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Enjoy free time this afternoon before a farewell dinner in a local restaurant. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT Ascend to Castle Rock to explore Edinburgh Castle, one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland, with an 11,000-year history as "the most besieged place in Great Britain." Here, you’ll find the royal regalia and Scotland’s Crown Jewels
Breakfast Dinner
Breakfast DinnerDay 7 EDINBURGH
Safe Travels Until We Meet Again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Accommodations
Accommodations| London | London | Bath | Liverpool | Liverpool | Edinburgh |
Park Plaza Waterloo
Superior First-Class
Hotel as shown or similar
6 Hercules Road London United Kingdom
The 494-room property is situated within walking distance of top London attractions, including the London Eye, the London Dungeons and the Imperial War Museum. The Florentine Restaurant serves a Brasserie-style menu; the bar features the best of British bubbles and craft beers as well as a range of signature cocktails; and for a relaxing cup of coffee, head to the illy Caffè bar. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre and a heated swimming pool. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the hotel.
Superior First-Class
Hotel as shown or similar
6 Hercules Road London United Kingdom
The 494-room property is situated within walking distance of top London attractions, including the London Eye, the London Dungeons and the Imperial War Museum. The Florentine Restaurant serves a Brasserie-style menu; the bar features the best of British bubbles and craft beers as well as a range of signature cocktails; and for a relaxing cup of coffee, head to the illy Caffè bar. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre and a heated swimming pool. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the hotel.
