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.......Then Join
TERC's Explore Bath and London tour.
Start your
exploration of Britain from ancient stone circles, Roman ruins to cute Cotswolds
villages. In elegant Georgian Bath you will pick up the rhythm of Britain
as you ease through your jet lag. Later you will trevel in royal splendor
at Blenheim and Buchingham Palaces. Marvel at Britain's capital as
you explore her roots and history. Your eyes will sparkle seeing the
Crown Jewels exhibited at the Tower of London...and you'll fall in love again
as you cruise down the Thames to Greenwich. You will wander the streets
of London from Big Ben and Westminster to St Paul's Cathedral and Covenant
Garden. And shoppers will rejoice! Reinvent yourself at the well-known clothing
shops in Mayfair, Regent Street, and St. James...or if on a budget....the
exciting flea
markets! (max
group size is 8 persons)
Introduction to Britain: Bath and London
Here is a daily schedule to help you plan for each day. It lists your
daily sightseeing plan, where you'll sleep each night, the amount of
free time you'll likely have, and an estimation of time needed to accomplish
the basic sightseeing plan. Please note that the exact schedule for
each tour will vary slightly. Nights three and four will be left free for
those who want to reserve theatre tickets.
Day 1: Arrive in Bath — The elegant Georgian city of Bath is
just a 90-minute train ride from London or Heathrow. Meet your tour at 2:00
p.m. at our hotel for a "Welcome to Britain" get-together. After introductions,
we'll have a "spot of tea" before taking an orientation walk of the
city. Sleep in Bath (3 nights).
Day 2: All Day in Bath — Today we'll start with a walking tour
of this marvelous city. After lunch we will tour the remarkably
well-preserved Roman Baths then take a look through the Costume Museum.
You'll be on your own to savor this elegant city till we meet for Dinner.
Day 3: Visit to Glastonbury and Wells —We'll meet mini van tour
for a day trip into quaint English country side. We will make stops
at Stone Henge then head for the less-touristy, extensive stone circle
at Avebury. Before heading home we will stroll a Cotswold village.
After dinner, we will take an entertaining Bizzar walk of Bath.
Day 4: To London via Blenheim Palace — This morning we'll pack
our bags and head to Oxford for lunch. After lunch we'll tour Blenheim
Palace, a gilded mini-Versailles and birthplace of Winston Churchill. In
the late afternoon we'll continue to our London Bed and Breakfast. Sleep in
London (4 nights).
Day 5: London Orientation & Market Day — Today we will
dive into London sightseeing, beginning with a Double Decker historic tour
of the city! After lunch, we will stop off at the Portobello Market, one
of the best in London. After wards we will catch a bus to the British Museum.
Day 6: Tower of London & Royal Jewels — We will start our
day at the Tower of London, the city's historic "tower of power." We'll join
a Yeoman Warder Beefeater for an entertaining tour and a peek at the impressive
Crown Jewels. Then you will have free time for Covent Garden,
shopping, or other sightseeing. This is another good night for the theater.
Day 7: St. Paul's, Speakers' Corner, Greenwich — Today you
can sleep in, or join us for the bells of St. Paul's and lively Speakers'
Corner at Hyde Park. Just before noon we'll have a picnic
cruise down the River Thames to historic Greenwich for a lovely day on your
own. Explore the National Maritime Museum, Old Royal Observatory, or Cutty
Sark clipper ship. Stay all afternoon if you like, or take the Tube back
to London. Tonight we'll meet for our "last supper" and raise a toast to
London. Cheers!
Day 8: Tour over — Following breakfast, we'll say our final
farewells and head for home or further adventures in Britain or on
the Continent. Thanks for exploring Bath & London with us!
Itinerary specifics are subject to change.
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Add On Special:
Start your vacation
with this Tour or add another TERC Tour and
make them your special holiday. If you sign up for another TERC Tour
just before or after this one--TERC WILL THROW IN TRAIN TRANSPORTATION BETWEEN
the two destinations--(a $215-264 value).
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