Welcome to London! Meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Includes meal(s): Dinner
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
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 held, including jubilee milestones for Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth II, and funerals of luminaries like Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher
Includes meal(s): Breakfast
Mysterious Stones & Spa City Try to unravel the mystery of prehistoric Stonehenge and explore the visitor center with its imaginative exhibitions. Cross Salisbury Plain and head to the elegant city of Bath, renowned for its Georgian architecture and associations with Jane Austen. Your overnight destination is Cardiff, the Welsh capital.
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TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Ponder the who, what, why, and how of Stonehenge, one of the most impressive prehistoric megalithic monuments in the world. Its sheer size and sophisticated architectural design have earned its legendary reverence as the most famous prehistoric monument in the world. Although its original purpose is a mystery, the concentric monuments hold spiritual significance for people from around the world who gather at the massive stone circles to celebrate the summer solstice
Includes meal(s): Breakfast
Pride of Wales This morning, enjoy a visit to St. Fagans National Museum of History [LF], one of Europe’s leading open-air museums exploring the stories of the people of Wales through the decades. Afterwards, a visit to Cardiff Castle, located in parklands in the city center, the castle’s Romanesque walls conceal over 2,000 years of history. There is free time in Cardiff this afternoon.
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Explore the open-air National Museum of History in St. Fagans, where you will see many historic buildings brought from all over Wales and learn about architecture, culture, agriculture, and lifestyle of the Welsh people – from the world of a 230,000-year-old Neanderthal child to modern day
Includes meal(s): Breakfast
Welsh Dragons, Daffodils & Castles Your Welsh adventure continues with a scenic drive through the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park, including a stop in the picturesque market town of Brecon. Enjoy a further stop in the country town of Builth Wells, home of the annual Royal Welsh Show. Continue to the village of Llangollen, on the banks of the River Dee, and proud host of the annual “Eisteddfod,” an international contest for poets and musicians. Overnight in Wrexham.
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TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Medieval towns, rolling green hills, waterfalls, and romantic castles are just a few of the fantastic features to be discovered today where 17 castles and palaces are scattered in towns and on remote hills of Brecon Beacons Park. Explore one of Wales' three national parks, connect with nature and hear about the country’s turbulent history
Includes meal(s): Breakfast
From Prince To King First today, stop at Betws-y-Coed, the gateway to Snowdonia National Park. The scenic drive through Snowdonia and over spectacular Llanberis Pass brings you to the city of Caernarfon. Cross the border into England and spend time in the walled, medieval city of Chester. Continue to Manchester for your overnight stay.
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TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Stop in the seaside port of Caernarfon—a royal town known for its mighty 13th-century castle—a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the now King Charles III, was invested as Prince of Wales in 1969. This bustling market town with magnificent views over the Manai Strait is home to a proud history of Welsh culture and heritage
Includes meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
Safe Travels Until We Meet Again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
