The austere beauty of England and Wales unfolds before you on this tour. You'll visit Caernarfon Castle, the walls of York, Snowdonia National Park, Bath and Stonehenge before returning to London. Along the way, you'll discover beautiful churches, rolling pastures and hospitality you can only find in the countryside.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Overnight Flight

Your trip begins with a regularly scheduled overnight flight to London aboard an internationally recognized airline.

Day 2 - London

Welcome to London! A Go Ahead representative greets you at the airport after you clear customs and then escorts you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or begin acquainting yourself with the city. At an included dinner this evening, meet your fellow travelers.
Included meals: breakfast (in flight), dinner

Day 3 - London

An expert local guide leads this morning’s guided sightseeing tour of London. Highlights of the panoramic tour include views of Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, the Big Ben clocktower, the Houses of Parliament, Piccadilly Circus and a stop outside St. James’s Palace, where you might glimpse the ceremonial Changing of the Guard (seasonal and weather dependent). After your sightseeing tour, join an optional excursion to Windsor Castle, the centuries-old retreat of Britain’s Royal Family.
Included meals: breakfast

$85 CAD

Windsor Castle Led by a Blue Badge Guide, you’ll travel to Windsor for a guided visit to the world’s largest and longest-inhabited castle. Founded by William the Conqueror in 1070, Windsor has been the British Royal Family’s preferred retreat for the past 900 years. Step inside the State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel (closed Sundays), where the Knights of the Garter ceremony takes place. View the exhibit of royal treasures on display within the castle. You’ll then have time to stroll through the town of Windsor and have a look at Eton College, a prestigious prep school attended by Princes William and Harry. Please note: Windsor Castle is occasionally closed when in use by the Royal Family; a visit to Henry VIII’s Hampton Court will be substituted when necessary.

Day 4 - York

Board a private motorcoach for a scenic transfer to York this morning. Along the way, you’ll stop to visit Cambridge. Enjoy free time to have lunch and soak up the atmosphere of this famed university town. Continue on to York where you can begin exploring this small, bustling city.
Included meals: breakfast

Day 5 - York

This morning, embark on a guided walking tour of this historic walled city. Highlights include York Minster, home to a 500-year-old stained glass rose window symbolizing the conclusion of the War of the Roses, and The Shambles, a well-preserved medieval street with many shops and tea rooms. You’ll also visit Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma Gate—the site of the ancient city stocks and whipping post—Merchant Adventurer’s Hall, and Clifford’s Tower, the magnificent keep of York Castle. You’ll walk along the city’s famed medieval walls, so be prepared for some steps and uneven stones. This afternoon, consider joining an optional tour to Whitby.  
Included meals: breakfast
Included entrances: York Minster

$115 CAD

Whitby Transfer across the North York Moors on your way to the charming fishing port of Whitby. Whitby was made famous by its associations with Captain Cook (who served his apprenticeship here) and Bram Stoker’s Dracula (Whitby is where the Transylvanian count first sets foot in the British Isles). You’ll visit Whitby Abbey—the backdrop to Dracula’s killings in the graveyard of St. Mary’s Church—and the 199 steps leading to the port and its small sandy beach. Spend some free time wandering around the port before heading to a restaurant for a fish-and-chips dinner.

Day 6 - Caernarfon Region

Journey from York to Chester this morning, where your Tour Director leads an informal orientation of the city, including the largest Roman amphitheater in England. Chester was a stronghold of the Roman empire, and its four main streets still lead outward from the site of the original Roman fortress to the four city gates. Then, continue on to the Caernarfon region in northwestern Wales, where you’ll enjoy an included dinner.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 7 - Bath

This morning, get to know the city of Caernarfon on a guided tour. The majestic Caernarfon Castle, featuring well-preserved walls and unusual polygonal towers, is the major attraction. Continue on to Snowdonia National Park, where you’ll stop to admire the stunning scenery and enjoy a stroll near Snowdon, the tallest mountain in Wales. Then travel to Bath, where dinner is included.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 8 - Bath

This morning, you’ll tour the town of Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Romans constructed a bathing complex and an imposing temple around one of Britain’s few hot springs. As you stroll through the beautifully preserved ruins, imagine ancient Romans relaxing and sharing gossip. You’ll also visit the magnificent architectural sights for which Bath is famous, including the Royal Crescent, a sickle-shaped row of tony townhouses and one of Britain’s greatest examples of Georgian architecture. Your tour also visits The Circus, a structure inspired by the Roman Colosseum. Later, consider an optional excursion to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare and the home of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
Included meals: breakfast
Included entrances: Roman Baths

$69 CAD

Stratford-upon-Avon This excursion brings you to Shakespeare’s hometown as well as the childhood home of his wife, Anne Hathaway. Stratford is a must-see for any of the Bard's fans. In Shakespeare's time, Stratford-upon-Avon was an up-and-coming town, and today, it's home to some of England's finest Tudor architecture.

Day 9 - London

Board a motorcoach this morning for your transfer back to London. En route, you’ll stop on Salisbury Plain for a visit to the mystical Stonehenge. Experience the awe-inspiring tranquility of this ancient site, gazing upon the vast monoliths placed in a circle. Then continue on to the magnificent medieval city of Salisbury, where your Tour Director will lead you on a guided tour. You’ll see one of Britain’s finest views, the tall spire of Salisbury Cathedral soaring into the sky. You’ll have free time to discover the city’s historic architecture, charming shopping streets and thriving artistic community. This evening in London, consider joining an optional excursion, the London Eye & Pub Dinner.
Included meals: breakfast
Included entrances: Stonehenge

$119 CAD

London Eye & Pub Dinner Glide through the London sky on the London Eyel. The world’s tallest observation wheel, the London Eye lifts its passengers 450 feet above the River Thames for a 30-minute ride in an enclosed gondola. In clear weather, you can see for 25 miles around the city center. Afterward, enjoy a mini-tour of London’s West End before venturing to a local pub for dinner. Please note: The day of the week for this excursion is subject to change.

Day 10 - London

Extend your stay with two nights in London, or  transfer to the airport to board your flight home.
Included meals: breakfast
(In the case of early morning departures, breakfast may not be provided.)