Itinerary:

Arrive at London Airport

Meet with your English-speaking guide and driver and transfer to your hotel.

Continue to your hotel and check in

*May not be possible before 15h00.

Enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel.

Accommodation: Copthorne Kensington Tara for 2 nights

Enjoy a panoramic city tour  

Discover the iconic landmarks, architectural and cultural diversity, and fascinating history that makes London the most visited city in the world. Your London sightseeing tour will take you on a non-stop precession of recognizable landmarks, including The Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Nelson’s Column, and Marble Arch and much more.

*In order to fit all this day’s activities in, the panoramic tour will be spread over all the group’s days in London. 

Visit the Tower of London

Arriving at the Tower of London built in 1066 by William the Conqueror, our guide will regale you with fascinating insights into the history of this Royal Palace and fortress. Ample time will be given to view the Crown Jewels and the White Tower and to wander around this imposing fortress. 

Enjoy a River Thames Cruise with Thames Clippers

Take your seat for a 40-minute River Thames cruise enjoying spectacular views as you glide down the Thames. The river offers the best perspective of a number of top attractions and sights; view The Houses of Parliament, The London Eye, Shakespeare's Globe, St Paul's, The Shard and The Tower of London and Tower Bridge from the comfort of your seat. 

This boat is a modern catamaran offering climate-controlled indoor cabins with comfortable seating, outdoor back decks, toilets and on-board bars. 

Finally enjoy a cream tea at Harrods

The Georgian's quintessentially English cream tea stands amongst London's finest, and when enjoyed in such regal surroundings, is an experience to be savored, remembered and repeated. Home-baked English scones served with clotted cream and Harrods exclusive preserves and this is accompanied by a glass of Prosecco and your choice of tea from Harrods own tea gardens. Relax and enjoy! 

After tea, you can choose to stay and spend more time on your own at the store or take the coach back to the hotel.  

Overnight, bed and breakfast at your hotel in London or area

This morning depart London and journey to Bath.

En-route journey through the Cotswolds with stops in Bilbury, Bourton-on-the-Water and Bampton.

This region of outstanding natural beauty is characterized by attractive small towns and thatched villages of yellow Cotswold stone made prosperous by the historic wool trade. You will then get to visit the villages of Bilbury and Bourton-on-the-Water, then the village of Bampton (setting for the TV series "Downton Abbey"). You can see the Church where a number of "Downton" events were hosted, from weddings and funerals to the Downton Fair. Next to the church is Churchgate House that was used as the Crawley family home, and the old Grammar School that now houses the Bampton Library and Community Archive and served as the Downton Cottage Hospital. The street is also the location for two local pubs, "The Grantham Arms" and "The Dog & Duck".

Visit Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace is a masterpiece of English Baroque architecture and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Here you will have a tour of the Blenheim Palace State Rooms where the guide will bring the history of this fabulous palace to life.

Continue to the beautiful Georgian City of Bath and enjoy a short walking tour of some of the finest architectural sights in Europe, including Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent, the Circus, Assembly Rooms and the famous Pulteney Bridge. In Roman times a great Temple was built next to the sacred spring - the waters were believed to have healing properties and attracted visitors from across the Roman Empire. If time permits, explore the Roman Baths, built around thermal springs, which have been supplying water for over 2,000 years (entrance not included)

Check in to your hotel and spend the evening on your own.  

Accommodation: Abbey Hotel for 1 night

This morning depart Bath and journey to London.

En-route visit Windsor Castle

Built high above the River Thames, Windsor Castle has been home to the Royal Family for 900 years and was the Official Residence of the Queen. Here you will visit the magnificent State Apartments, still used for State occasions and Royal receptions.

*Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Then visit Stonehenge

The ancient stone circle of Stonehenge is an amazing feat of engineering and the most important prehistoric site in England, but beyond its archaeological significance and possible astronomical role, Stonehenge is also a place of spiritual importance. Early legends link it with Merlin and King Arthur, but over the last hundred years, the midsummer sunrise has attracted pagan groups and followers of the Ancient Order of Druids.

Continue to your hotel.

Accommodation: Ibis London Shoreditch for 5 nights

This morning visit Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace is a royal residence set in Kensington Gardens, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in London, England. It has been a residence of the British Royal Family since the 17th century, and is the official London residence of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Harry, the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, the Duke and Duchess of Kent, and Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. Today, the State Rooms are open to the public and managed by the independent charity Historic Royal Palaces, a nonprofit organization that does not receive public funds. The offices and private accommodation areas of the Palace remain the responsibility of the Royal Household and are maintained by the Royal Household Property Section. 

Enjoy lunch at a local pub.

This afternoon visit the British Museum

The British Museum is a public museum dedicated to human history, art and culture located in the Bloomsbury area of London. Its permanent collection of eight million works is the largest in the world. It documents the story of human culture from its beginnings to the present.

Overnight, bed and breakfast at your hotel in London or area

If that sounds too busy for you, head to Hyde Park and rent a paddle boat for a leisurely float on the Serpentine, stroll the gardens and enjoy an ice cream. Or this may be the day you head to Liberty and Oxford Street for some shopping.  

*No coaching or guiding is included on this day.

Overnight, bed and breakfast at your hotel in London or area

Spend the day at leisure in London.

 *No coaching or guiding is included on this day.

OPTIONAL: Enjoy a Harry Potter themed London tour

*A supplement of USD$59.00 per person applies for this option. This is a three hour tour with Evans Evans Tours and includes no entrances. No coaching or guiding to get group to the start point at Westminster Underground Station.

Optional Tour Description:

Harry Potter's London  

Visit the film locations of more than 20 scenes from the Harry Potter film series on this fabulous tour. This privately guided tour brings you into Harry Potterland, then visits Gringotts Bank (outside only) where you'll walk over the Knight Bus bridge. Walk the avenue to the Leaky Cauldron (film one), then stand at the entrance to the Leaky Cauldron from film three. Later, snap a photo outside Third Hand book emporium and then see the bridge that is destroyed by Death Eaters from film six and walk on it. 

Follow Harry's complete broomstick flight (film five) along the River Thames and see Grimmauld Place (yes it does exist, if you know where to look. No moving houses though!). See where Harry disappears at Kings Cross Station, then it's off to get a picture under the sign 9 3/4. See where Harry and Ron steal the flying car, and later take a photo inside the train station used for exiting to the Ministry of Magic, then walk the footsteps of Harry and Mr. Weasley to the Ministry of Magic. See where Ron spies on the ministry. 

Alongside your dedicated Harry guide, you'll be able to ask many questions regarding the films, and there is even a small quiz to keep you on your toes. As if this was not enough, we have added some secret places, items and surprises that you will love. 

Overnight, bed and breakfast at your hotel in London or area

Today join your guide for a chance to see the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace before visiting Westminster Abbey to explore the inside of the famous church.  An architectural masterpiece of the 13th to 16th centuries, Westminster Abbey has become a treasure house of artefacts. This is also the coronation church where some of the most significant people in Britain's history are buried or commemorated. 

Next, your guide will walk you across Westminster Bridge to the London Eye.  At 135 meters (approximately 443 feet), the London Eye is the world's largest cantilevered observation wheel. The observation wheel turns slow enough for people to embark while it is moving, and a complete turn takes about thirty minutes. Thanks to the construction of the glass capsules on the outer side of the rim, you will have a great 360-degree view of London. Many famous landmarks are clearly visible, including Buckingham Palace, St. Paul's Cathedral and the Houses of Parliament. On a clear day, you can see as far as 40 kilometers (approximately 25 miles).  Your group will have the Champagne Experience, with priority boarding and a glass of chilled Pommery Brut Royal Champagne (or non-alcoholic alternative) while enjoying the view.  

This evening finish your time in London with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.  

 Overnight, bed and breakfast at your hotel in London or area

 DAY 9: Tuesday 15^th July 2025 – FAREWELL                                                        B                                                                                                                                                                        

Transfer to London Heathrow Airport for your journey home.

Inclusions in above prices:

• Accommodation of 8 nights at good 3+ or 4 star hotels, all rooms with private bath or shower

• Food & Beverage
• Breakfast at the hotel each day, days 2 – 9 inclusive
• Cream tea at Harrods or similar on day 2
• Lunch at a local pub on day 5 (2 courses with tea/coffee)
• Dinner at hotel on day 1 (3 courses with tea/coffee)
• Dinner at a local restaurant on day 8 (3 courses with tea/coffee)

• Modern motor-coach with driver x 5 full days, on days 2-5 & 8 (09h00-17h30 daily)
• Modern motor-coach with driver x 1 evening return transfer on day 8
• Modern motor-coach with driver x 2 airport transfers on day 1 & 9
• English-speaking guide x 5 full days, on days 2-5 & 8 (09h00-17h30 daily)
• English-speaking guide x 2 airport transfers on day 1 & 9

• Visits:
• Tower of London                     - Kensington Palace
• British Museum                       - Windsor Castle
• Stonehenge                            - Blenheim Palace
• Westminster Abbey                                    

• Experiences:
• Cruise on the River Thames with Thames Clippers on day 2
• Ride on the London Eye with champagne Experience on day 8

• Services charges and taxes at existing rates
• Porterage of one piece of luggage in and out of hotels
• One free place in a twin room based on a minimum of 10 paying pax
• 24 hour emergency service

What's not included:

Exclusions in above prices:

• All airfares, departure taxes & fuel surcharges, seat selection
• Additional charges will apply for extra transfers if anyone in the group is arriving or departing on different flights.
• Any future fuel surcharges on land arrangements or additional costs due to COVID rules
• Personal items
• Optional Tours
• Meals unless listed in itinerary
• Tips & Gratuities
• Any increase in local taxes
• Early check-in & late check out of rooms (standard check-in time is 2pm and check out 10am)
• Travel Insurance
• Visa/passport handling fees

IMPORTANT:

Due to record number of travellers to many attractions have restricted access, restrictions of volume of visitors, and the late release of tickets. Please advise your clients that some entrance tickets cannot be guaranteed until the group is finalized and are subject to availability at late release dates. For some visits, an earlier payment to that of our final payment date may be required for tickets. We will try our utmost to secure all tickets for your group, but please note this situation is beyond our control.

Tour Luggage Allowance - Land Arrangements: 

One piece of standard size luggage per person is included on tour coaches. If your group is travelling with more than one piece each, then you must advise us prior to final payment of the group. Additional arrangements may be required (cost not included). Failure to do so could impact the smooth running of your tour and incur costs locally.  

PASSPORT & VISA INFORMATION*:

Please ensure clients have arranged all documentation with the appropriate consulate well in advance of their departure from the US and that passports are also valid for the minimum validity required for ALL destinations being travelled to. The information following only applies to the itinerary booked with Goway Travel and does not cover any independently arranged destinations.

1. PASSPORTS

Passports must be valid for at least the duration of your stay in the U.K.  (6 months beyond is recommended) Passports must contain at least one blank page.

1. VISAS

No visa is currently required.

          **applies to US passport holders only. Please make sure that all destinations to be visited or transited are verified with the applicable consulate(s) for entry requirements prior to departure, together with requirements for anyone travelling on non US passports.

HEALTH INFORMATION:

1. COVID: Your travel arrangements could still be impacted by COVID. It is your responsibility to keep yourself and members of your traveling party (travel companions) informed of, and meet, all requirements in relation to your trip and any COVID based restrictions. We suggest these are constantly monitored prior to, and until your trip is complete, as they can change at any time, even while travelling overseas. The purchase of travel insurance with Covid coverage is highly recommended.

1. Travelling with medicines: Some countries have restrictions on travelling with medicines (prescriptions and/or nonprescription). It is the traveler’s responsibility to check these requirements.