2017 - APT Europe Land Journeys

62 | SMALL GROUP DISCOVERIES GRANDEUR OF BRITANNIA 13 DAYS – LONDON TO EDINBURGH 12 Nights United Kingdom Day 1. Arrive London. Arrive in London, where you will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. The central location of The May Fair Hotel became the home of London's aristocracy following the Great Fire of 1666, where the dukes' former grand mansions and parks now form the basis of your elegant quarters. Tonight, get to know your fellow travellers during a Welcome Reception. Stay: The May Fair London. Day 2. London, Oxford. Head to the charming city of Oxford, you will be treated to a behind-the-scenes tour of the University of Oxford, where you will gain insight into its little-known secrets behind the walls of these grand colleges. Afterwards, choose you preferred sightseeing activity. Perhaps enjoy an Oxford movie tour, which takes you to the various locations in Oxford used in famous films. Alternatively, delve into the world-famous discoveries that put Oxford on the map in the scientific world. Transfer to your hotel for dinner, then afterwards, you may wish to enjoy a night cap in the hotel's Morse Bar, named after Colin Dexter's famous detective, 'Inspector Morse'. Two Night Stay: Oxford, Macdonald Randolph Hotel. BD YOUR INCLUDED SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Visit Eley's Pie Shop in Ironbridge to learn the secrets to making the region's famous pork pies, before tucking into these delectable creations Explore the picturesque North York Moors National Park. Uncover woodlands and ancient trees as you wander the incredible landscapes, in addition to visiting the pristine and secluded Robin Hood's Bay Day 3. Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon. Travel to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Upon arrival, enjoy a behind-the-scenes walking tour of the town, as you delve further into Hall's Croft, Anne Hathaway's Cottage and Shakespeare's childhood home. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to further explore or relax and unwind. B Day 4. Oxford, The Cotswolds, Shrewsbury. Visit the picturesque area known as The Cotswolds, teeming with exquisite old stone mansions, thatched cottages and glorious churches. There is no better setting to enjoy lunch than in a quaint private cottage. This evening at a traditional pub, a local expert will provide a talk about Shrewsbury's industrial history of the region, before enjoying dinner. Two Night Stay: Shrewsbury, The Park House Hotel. BLD Day 5. Shrewsbury, Ironbridge. Discover the Iron Bridge that lends its name to the village where it is located. Here, you will also visit Eley's Pie Shop, who will share with you the secrets to making their famous pork pies, before tucking into these delectable creations. Later, visit Coalport and the National Trust's Attingham Park. B 1 LONDON EDINBURGH Oxford Ruthin York Lake District Melrose Stratford-upon-Avon Whitby The Cotswolds Shrewsbury Ironbridge Snowdonia National Park Chester North York Moors National Park 1 2 2 1 1 UNITED KINGDOM 2 2 Coach No. of Nights Stay Included Experiences/ Freedom of Choice™ 1 KEY SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE FREEDOM OF CHOICE TM (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner ITINERARY OVERVIEW DAY DESTINATION 1 London 2 Oxford 3 Stratford-upon-Avon 4 The Cotswolds, Shrewsbury 5 Shrewsbury, Ironbridge 6 Ruthin 7 Chester, York 8 York, Whitby, North York Moors National Park 9 Lake District 10 Lake District 11 Melrose 12 Edinburgh 13 Edinburgh SMALL GROUP DISCOVERIES

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