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A 7-Day tour starting from $899
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Vacation Overview This tour is the perfect introduction to the English countryside, Scotland’s Lowlands, and Edinburgh. Depart London and take a break in Cambridge, one of the country’s oldest seats of learning. In York, your Tour Director will take you on a walking tour through the narrow Shambles and to the impressive Minster. Then, inspect a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes, see ruins of Jedburgh Abbey, and visit Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotsford House before an overnight stay in Edinburgh, the “Prince of Cities.” Here, city sightseeing includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Head south through the Lowland Hills to Gretna Green and Grasmere before an overnight stay in the historic town of Chester. A walking tour introduces you to the 2-tiered arcades called the “Rows” and to the Roman remains. The final highlight of your mesmerizing vacation is a visit to Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon and a photo stop at Anne Hathaway’s Cottage.
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Hotels London Hilton London Metropole (SF), York Ramada (F), Edinburgh Mount Royal Ramada (F), Chester Ramada (F) Meals Full English breakfast daily (B); 2 three-course dinners (D) with choice of menus, including a welcome dinner in York
Day 1:
(Sun.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight. Day 2: Arrival in London, England. (Mon.) Uniformed Globus Hosts are available to help you make the most of your stay. Day 3: London–Cambridge–York. (Tue.) After a hearty English breakfast, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions at 8 am, and depart for a day of northbound travel. Take a break in the beautiful university city of Cambridge, one of the country’s oldest seats of learning. In York, England’s most complete medieval city, follow your Tour Director on a walking tour through a maze of quaint medieval streets, including the narrow Shambles. Stand in awe in front of the great structure of York Minster, then explore its treasures. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel. (B,D) Day 4: York–Jedburgh, Scotland–Edinburgh. (Wed.) First today, inspect a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes. Vistas of wild Northumberland National Park on the way to the Scottish border, then Jedburgh Abbey ruins and glimpses of the house of Mary, Queen of Scots before a fascinating guided visit to Sir Walter Scott’s ABBOTSFORD HOUSE. Overnight in Edinburgh, the “Prince of Cities.” A unique optional experience: board the former Royal Yacht Britannia, once the perfect royal residence for the Queen’s glittering state visits and family holidays. Tour five decks and see how the Royal Family and crew of 240 lived and worked on board. Dinner rounds off this optional evening. (B) Day 5: Edinburgh–Lake District, England–Chester. (Thu.) Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town” and famous scientists, inventors, and novelists. In the “Old Town,” drive up the narrow Royal Mile to EDINBURGH CASTLE to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. On the way through the history-steeped Lowland Hills, visit GRETNA GREEN, where the blacksmith used to wed runaway couples. In the tranquil Lake District, often considered the finest of England’s national parks, take a break in Wordsworth’s beloved Grasmere. Spend the night at Chester, the historic walled city on the River Dee. (B,D) Day 6: Chester–Stratford-upon-Avon–London. (Fri.) On this morning’s Chester walking tour, see the Roman remains, the black and white half-timbered buildings, and the two-tiered arcades called the “Rows.” In Stratford-upon-Avon, take your photos of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, visit SHAKESPEARE’S BIRTHPLACE, and stroll through the picturesque town. Skirting the Cotswold Hills, return to London around 4 pm. (B) Day 7: (Sat.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)
City Highlights Cambridge: Visit the university cityYork: Walking tourJedburgh: Take pictures of the abbey ruinsAbbotsford: Guided tour of Sir Walter Scott’s houseEdinburgh: Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh CastleGretna GreenGrasmere: Visit Wordsworth’s village in the Lake DistrictChester: Walking tourStratford-upon-Avon: Take pictures of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, visit Shakespeare’s birthplace Price Details US Single supplement not applicable on this vacation.Triple room reduction per person: $23Extra nights per person in London:Nov.-Dec.: in single room $245, in twin room $173, in triple room $160Jan.-Mar.: in single room $162, in twin room $100, in triple room $902009 departures are subject to itinerary and price modification. CURRENT SPECIALS: Save $200 per couple on the air-inclusive price of 2009 Europe Vacations
Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus
Share the pleasure of a Globus vacation with your children and grandchildren and take advantage of a 10-percent discount on the land-only price. For eligibility, children must be under 18 years of age on the departure date and must be accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations we don’t accept children under eight years old because we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.
Pay less for your second vacation We charge you vacation price for your first vacation in 2008, but for every additional Globus vacation you take in the same year, you pay US$35 under list. Our vacations are designed and scheduled so you can combine them almost any way you want. It’s fun to play the add-a-vacation game yourself or talk to your travel agent.
Triple room reduction On most Globus vacations you receive a reduction when three people travel together and share the same accommodations. Triple room reductions, when available, are listed on the itinerary pages. A word of caution: Triple rooms usually are no larger than twin rooms and the third bed, if there is one, is often a rollaway put in a twin-bedded room.
Avoid the single room supplement We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!
Right now when you book a 2009 vacation between 5 and 7 people before December 31, 2008, each passenger will save $75
*Book a 2009 Globus vacation for five, six or seven travelers to receive the $75 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between Jun 4 and Dec 31, 2008 for travel through December 31, 2009. Individuals must be traveling together from the same origination point to receive the discount. Not valid with any other offer and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply. |
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