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Best of Britain - Classic Group
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Best of Britain - Classic Group
Explore the best of Britain with a classic group tour visiting iconic sites like Stonehenge, Edinburgh Castle, and the Roman Baths.
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Embark on the "Best of Britain - Classic Group" tour, a captivating journey through England and the United Kingdom. Experience the charm of Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare, and explore the medieval streets of York. Marvel at the ancient Hadrian's Wall and the majestic Edinburgh Castle, and enjoy the vibrant city life of Glasgow. Discover the poetic beauty of the Lake District and the historic allure of Ludlow. In Cardiff, witness the grandeur of its castle, and in Bath, explore the Roman Baths. Delight in a farm-to-table dinner at Heskyn Mill and choose between a scenic Dartmoor exploration or a Plymouth harbor cruise. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the enigmatic Stonehenge. Travel in luxury aboard a spacious coach, stay in comfortable hotels, and enjoy included meals and guided tours, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience.
- content:<h3>Choice Highlights</h3><ul class='icon-list'><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Choose between two carefully selected activities</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Plymouth: Set sail on a relaxing cruise from Plymouth harbour, where the pilgrims left over 400 years ago.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Dartmoor National Park: Visit Dartmoor to learn about the history of stone circles and indigenous traditions from your knowledgeable Local Expert on a scenic exploration.</li></ul>
- content:<h3>Top Rated Highlights</h3><ul class='icon-list'><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Stratford-upon-Avon: Learn about the life of William Shakespeare, arguably history's most famous writer, when you visit his birthplace. Then enjoy some time to explore this pretty town with its iconic Tudor houses.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>York: Your Travel Director will show you the York Minster, the city walls and the medieval Shambles during your orientation of the city.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Hadrian's Wall: Stop to see part of the ancient wall that once marked the border of the Roman Empire.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Jedburgh: See the impressive 12th century Jedburgh Abbey, dominating the centre of town. Even though it is now in ruins it is still a magnificent structure and you can climb a spiral staircase to view the spectacular architecture from a balcony. Built by King David I of Scotland for Augustinian monks, Jedburgh is one of four major Abbeys of the Borders between England and Scotland, and was damaged and rebuilt several times during the Wars of Independence in the late 13th and early 14th centuries.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Edinburgh: Visit Edinburgh Castle to view the Scottish Crown Jewels, Mons Meg and other artefacts with your Local Expert.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Expert as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Edinburgh: A hush descends and eyes turn to the castle. The skirl of the pipes rises and drums crack the night air as a tide of tunics and tartan flood from the drawbridge. For a limited time in August, witness the incredible spectacle of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Glasgow: See the grand public buildings, including George Square and St. Mungo's Cathedral.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Stirling: Travel via the historic site of Bannockburn and view Stirling Castle.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Grasmere: Learn about the life of the poet William Wordsworth and visit his grave.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Ludlow: Explore the narrow streets and lanes in front of the castle. Admire the medieval timber-framed buildings and Georgian mansions.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Cardiff: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the castle and Principality Stadium.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Bath: During an orientation you will see the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and Bath Abbey.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Glastonbury: Explore the town rumored to be the resting place of legendary King Arthur and the Holy Grail, and location of one of the world's largest music festivals.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring megaliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.</li></ul>
- content:<h3>Make Travel Matter</h3><p><b>Bath</b>: Visit the incredibly well-preserved Roman Baths. Discover 2,000 years of history and learn how this hub of culture is pioneering new educational investments to benefit the community. Its school educational programme actively supports local schools and students to learn about the cultural heritage of the region. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education.</p><p><b>Saltash</b>: John and Anne welcome you to historic Heskyn Mill for a farm-to-table dinner. Savour a delightful meal, with all ingredients responsibly sourced from local producers or carefully foraged from the local area to reduce waste. The farms ethos is to support local and reduce food waste. All food is sourced locally, even though this proves more expensive. A staff member grows seasonal vegetables and they have their own egg laying hens. They have relationships with the local farmers where they make sure to get the food that would otherwise struggle to be sold in order to reduce waste. Vegetables are chosen seasonally and are often picked in the morning for their guests to enjoy later the same day. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.</p>
- content:<h3>Authentic Dining</h3><p><b>York</b>: Enjoy a traditional Yorkshire dinner and the chance to get to know your fellow travellers.</p>
- content:<h3>Insight Choice</h3><p><b>Plymouth</b>: Set sail on a relaxing cruise from Plymouth harbour, where the pilgrims left over 400 years ago.</p><p>Dartmoor National Park: Visit Dartmoor to learn about the history of stone circles and indigenous traditions from your knowledgeable Local Expert on a scenic exploration.</p>
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