British Isles & London Vacation
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Tina Allen
Concord, MA Travel Agent· 20 Years of Experience
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COUNTRIES VISITED:England
PLACES VISITED:Bath, Cotswolds, London
SUGGESTED DURATION:10 Days
Fly direct to London, stay for 3 days with guided tours of the Tower, Sky Garden, Buckingham Palace with the Changing of the Guards, walk along the South Bank, Tate Modern museum or others (all free!) and more.
Then transfer to Bath for 2 nights via train to enjoy the local Spas, shop in a vibrant and Roman architecture city.
Maybe the Cotswolds for a quaint village and visit the Jane Austen museum for 2 days, with nature trails and local pubs.
Next back to London for 1 last night, this time staying on the Thames River with dinning along the river or to the OXO Tower for an incredible city view and epicurean meal.
Lastly, hop over to Dublin for 2 days to experience all that Ireland has to offer before departing home.
I can organize your group, large or small, or provide you alternative Group Tours from budget to moderate to luxury suppliers.
With any excursion or group tours, there is a Tour Guide that will be easily understood, knowledgeable and entertaining.
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DAY1
London
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Sight Seeing in London
Fly direct to London, stay for 3 days with guided tours of the Tower, Sky Garden, Buckingham Palace with the Changing of the Guards, walk along the South Bank, Tate Modern museum or others (all free!) and more.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Sky Garden
DAY2
London
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Pubs are everywhere
Whether you sit outside along the Thames in Wapping, or stroll around St Catherine's Dock, opposite the O2 in the Docklands is The Gun, or the various regions in the UK, including Ireland/Scotland and Wales...they are countless but losing its prominence recently. The Gun is a tiny structure with fire places, charm and so much history. Highly recommend.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Pubs are a must visit for all ages actually
DAY3
London
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Museums are free
SO many incredible museums in London: Tate Modern, Victoria & Albert, Natural HIstory, War Museum (yes, I highly recommend) and too many to count.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Museums are free!
DAY4
Bath
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Roman Spas and Architecture abound
Take a train or private car to Bath for 2 nights to enjoy the local Spas, and shop in a vibrant and Roman architecture city. Or enjoy the Roman history and remains you will find all over London.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Roman Architecture Abounds
DAY5
Cotswolds
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Charming villages and pubs
Maybe travel by train to the Cotswolds for a quaint village and visit the Jane Austen museum, with nature trails and local pubs. Explore Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, picture-perfect villages like Bibury and charming villages.
Explore manor houses, gardens, and walking trails. The Lake District up north is a popular destination and not on most US traveler lists
Country pubs, boutique hotels, and antique shopping.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Lake District - Keswick
DAY6
London
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Borough Market
Destination if you like food, people watching, shopping, more pubs but must be able to walk distances as most roads have cobble stones. The region is fully covered so you can still visit if raining.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Destination: Borough Market
DAY7
London
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See a play and experience live theater
Anywhere you visit a theater in London, indoor or outdoor, will be an unforgettable experience. Pick one - any one!
HIGHLIGHTS:
Live theater is a must
DAY8
London
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Take the Tube
Riding the train in London is an experience of its own. Many are now modernized but the outside structures are still historical and architecturally a wonder. Efficient, clean, safe and will get you most anywhere in the country you wish to visit.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Ride the Tube
DAY9
London
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Spend the day visiting what was missed and relax along the South Bank
Back to London for 1 last night, this time staying on the Thames River with dinning along the river or to the OXO Tower for an incredible city view and epicurean meal. At the OXO you have incredible views of the river at night with a Bistro setting or full dining room experience. Dress up for the main dining room, different menu but the Bistro area with cafe tables and a bar with a view of the city. For more restaurant suggestions, contact me. I'm married to a Brit and still have family living in the UK.
HIGHLIGHTS:
OXO Tower - Special farewell meal
DAY10
London
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Take a stroll
Walk along the South Bank in central London for fresh air, beautiful city views, people watching, shops, pubs and more. The river walk along the Thames anywhere in London is safe, clean and great during the day or night.
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Walk along the Thames, day or night
FINAL THOUGHTS
Let's make your UK experience easy, exciting and enjoyable TOGETHER.