Country Roads of Wales, Devon & Cornwall

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13 daysDuration

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48 peopleMaximum group size

5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

London, England

Ends

London, England

Highlights

Oxford: See the spires and colleges of this world-famous university town.

Cotswolds: This breathtaking area is about as quintessentially British as it gets. Honey-colored stone houses line the winding streets of the area’s most beautiful towns and villages, while rapeseed fields decorate this colorful part of the UK in splashes of gold. See the pretty market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, before heading to the historic city of Bath, with its Roman and Georgian architecture.

Bath: During an orientation you will see the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and Bath Abbey.

Bath: Visit the Roman Baths, one of the best-preserved ancient bathhouses in Northern Europe whose waters still flow today. Enjoy a personal exploration of the site, including the Sacred Spring, original Great Bath, temple remains and museum displays of artifacts uncovered on site. This complex offers a clear view of public bathing and religious practices during the Roman occupation of Britain nearly 2,000 years ago.

Cardiff: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the castle and Principality Stadium.

Glastonbury: Visit the historic Glastonbury Abbey. Founded in the 7th century, its ruins are now registered as a Grade I listed building.

Plymouth: During an orientation tour with your Travel Director, see Plymouth Hoe and the Citadel before continuing to the Barbican and Mayflower Steps. Afterward, explore a quaint Cornish fishing village.

Looe: Journey to this quaint coastal town. A holiday hotspot in the Victorian era, explore its stores and winding streets at leisure.

Stonehenge: Walk around the strange, awe-inspiring megaliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.

Glastonbury: Visit the historic Glastonbury Abbey. Founded in the 7th century, its ruins are now registered as a Grade I listed building.

Looe: Journey to this quaint coastal town. A holiday hotspot in the Victorian era, explore its stores and winding streets at leisure.

Stonehenge: Walk around the strange, awe-inspiring megaliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.

Itinerary

Take the country roads across England and Wales on an exploration of Dorset’s quaint seaside vistas, Cardiff’s Welsh Rugby heritage and Bath’s ancient Roman history. After taking in the grandeur of Cornwall’s manor houses, indulge in the most quintessentially English experience: learning to play croquet on a country lawn, with tips from a professional instructor. Witness the millennia-old Stonehenge and tour the stunning 8th-century ruins of Glastonbury Abbey. The rich honey color hues of the stone houses will delight in The Cotswolds, the literary legacy of Jane Austen will bring Pride and Prejudice to life in Bath, and the luxury accommodations in Dartmoor’s Bovey Castle will give you a regal taste of the high life.

day 1 - Welcome to London

Welcome to London. After checking into your hotel, enjoy the afternoon at your leisure.

Location Visited:London

Accommodation:The Clermont Victoria, London

day 2 - Oxford, the Cotswolds and Bath

From lush green rolling hills to old-world villages, this pretty country surprises and delights at every corner. Make your your way along the scenic Great West Way to Oxford. A city built to be discovered, Oxford is a wholesome image of leather-bound books, libraries, storybook buildings and picnics. Continue your journey to the Cotswolds. Just as charming as Oxford, this breathtaking area is about as quintessentially British as it gets. Honey-colored stone houses line the winding streets of the areas most beautiful towns and villages, while rapeseed fields decorate this colorful part of the UK in splashes of gold. See the pretty market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, before heading to the historic city of Bath, with its Roman and Georgian architecture. Head on an orientation of the city before checking in to your accommodation for the night, the luxury Apex Hotel. End your day in the most British of manners with a Sunday roast dinner.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:London, Oxford, Bath

Accommodation:Apex, Bath

day 3 - Bath through the years Relaxed Start

After a relaxed start to enjoy the amenities at your hotel, begin your exploration of Bath. Having attained UNESCO World Heritage status in 1987, this unique city is famous for its Georgian and Victorian architecture and of course its Roman-built baths which you will discover on a visit. During free time perhaps learn more about the life of the esteemed author Jane Austen, who made Bath her home?

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Bath

Accommodation:Apex, Bath

day 4 - Brecon Beacons National Park

After a relaxed start youll move cities, and countries, as you make your way to Cardiff, the capital of Wales. Along the way youll visit the Brecon Beacons. A mountain range in South Wales, it is little surprise this striking location is a chosen destination for so many hikers and nature enthusiasts. Its old red sandstone cliffs hold a variety of plant life, including roseroot, green spleenwort and rue-leaved saxifrages, while its range of fauna includes otters, herons, kingfishers and the soaring red kite, which is the national bird of Wales. Visit the Brecon Beacons with Insight Choice. Choose to join your Local Expert for a foraging walk in the stunning surroundings of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Under her tuition she will show you how to reconnect with nature, and forage for edible and medicinal plants. Alternatively, visit a local kitchen garden for a peak into the freshest seasonal aromatics from the Brecon Beacons. After a morning in the great outdoors, rectify your lethargic bliss with a hearty Farm-to-Table pub lunch, where a delicious seasonal menu with local ingredients will be available. In the afternoon, youll arrive in Cardiff, Wales cultural hub.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch

Location Visited:Bath, Brecon, Cardiff

Accommodation:Clayton, Cardiff

day 5 - Cardiff Relaxed Start

Enjoy a relaxed start this morning. Join your Travel Director for an orientation of this vibrant city. See Principality Stadium, home of Welsh Rugby, and Cardiff Castle. The rest of your day is at leisure.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Cardiff

Accommodation:Clayton, Cardiff

day 6 - Glastonbury Abbey and Plymouth

Begin your day at the historic ruins of Glastonbury Abbey, an 8th-century monastery steeped in legend and now a Grade I listed building. Continue to the port city of Plymouth in Devon, famous for its cobbled streets, gin distilleries and the Mayflower that transported the first English Puritans to the New World.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Cardiff, Glastonbury, Plymouth

Accommodation:Crowne Plaza, Plymouth

day 7 - Exploring the Southwest

Journey to the quaint coastal town of Looe, a holiday hotspot of the Victorian era. Admire Looes turquoise waters and sandy beach before continuing to St. Ives, where art galleries, surf shops and fashion boutiques line the quaint streets. Continue to Penzance, made famous by the comic opera "The Pirates of Penzance," which recounts the adventures of pirates who arrived at the city's shores in the late 18th century.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Plymouth, Looe, St. Ives, Penzance, Barnstaple

Accommodation:The Royal and Fortescue, Barnstaple

day 8 - Legends of Cornwall

Admire the unspoiled maritime scenery of Cornwall as you begin your day in Tintagel, featured in the legendary tale of King Arthur and where, according to local lore, Arthur was born. Travel to Port Isaac, a pretty fishing village and popular filming location for British television programmes. Have your camera ready to capture stonework faades and coastline views during an orientation around the village. For lunch, visit Padstow and perhaps try traditional fish and chips before returning to Barnstaple.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Barnstaple, Tintagel, Cornwall, Padstow, Barnstaple

Accommodation:The Royal and Fortescue, Barnstaple

day 9 - Breathtaking National Parks Relaxed Start

Stop in the town of Lynmouth before journeying to Somerset's Exmoor National Park, a unique landscape of moorland, woodland and dramatic coastline. A protected Area of Outstanding Beauty, this stunning park is a mass of verdant open land, livestock and flora. Stop in Exmoor for lunch at your leisure. Your day ends at Bovey Castle. Nestled in the rolling valleys of Dartmoor National Park, this five-star accommodation stands amid 275 acres of picturesque countryside and offers an award-winning 18-hole golf course, two refurbished restaurants and individually-designed rooms. Unwind in this natural sanctuary as you enjoy the comforts of Bovey Castle. Tonight, catch up with your fellow travelers over dinner at the hotel.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Barnstaple, Lynmouth, Exmoor National Park, Dartmoor National Park

Accommodation:Bovey Castle, Dartmoor

day 10 - Country houses of Dorset Relaxed Start

Stop at Athelhampton, a 500-year-old Tudor manor house in the heart of Dorset. Join Estate Manager Owen for a walk through one of the worlds greatest estates, and enjoy time at leisure to explore the tranquil Elizabethan gardens. Delight in a quintessential Devonshire high tea with freshly baked scones and sandwiches.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Dartmoor National Park, Evershot

Accommodation:Summer Lodge Country House, Dorset

day 11 - Jurassic Coast and Weymouth

Admire England's only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Jurassic Coast, during a visit to Lulworth Cove. Stroll with an ice cream on the pebbled beach or learn about the unique geology at the Visitor Center. Travel to seaside Weymouth and enjoy time at leisure to explore the town while snacking on traditional 'seaside rock'. Perhaps join an optional visit to historic Nothe Fort with its ghost tunnel and rampart views. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a dinner of delicious local cuisine and wine.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Evershot, Dorchester, Evershot

Accommodation:Summer Lodge Country House, Dorset

day 12 - Salisbury and Stonehenge

This morning, journey to iconic Stonehenge to appreciate the history, and mystery, of this prehistoric monument. The ring of standing stones is believed to have been constructed between 3000 BC and 2000 BC. It was made a legally protected Scheduled Ancient Monument in 1882 and, as one of Britains most celebrated sites, draws visitors from around the world. Continue to Salisbury and visit the 13th-century cathedral. Witness Britain's tallest spire and see the world's best-preserved original copy of the Magna Carta. End your day in London at the hotel.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Dorchester, Salisbury, London

Accommodation:The Clermont Victoria, London

day 13 - Homeward Bound

Bid farewell to England and Wales as your journey ends this morning.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:London

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Accommodation

The Clermont Victoria, London HotelApex, Bath HotelClayton, Cardiff HotelCrowne Plaza, Plymouth HotelThe Royal and Fortescue, Barnstaple HotelBovey Castle, Dartmoor HotelSummer Lodge Country House, Dorset HotelHotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.Dorchester: Toast to your travels with a delicious dinner at your hotel.

Meals

Breakfast (x12)Dinner (x4)LunchBath: After a day exploring the Roman town of Bath, indulge in a traditional roast dinner.Puddletown: Delight in a traditional Devonshire tea at Athelhampton House and Gardens, served with freshly baked scones and dainty sandwiches.Brecon Beacons: Indulge in a Farm-to-Table lunch at a traditional pub, where seasonal ingredients and local flavors offer a true taste of the region. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.

Transport

Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

Guide

From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.

Others

Choose between two carefully selected activitiesBrecon Beacons: Visit a local kitchen garden for a peek into the freshest seasonal aromatics.Brecon Beacons: Forage for edible and medicinal plants with a Local Expert as you explore the stunning flora.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Brecon Beacons: Visit a local kitchen garden for a peek into the freshest seasonal aromatics.Brecon Beacons: Forage for edible and medicinal plants with a Local Expert as you explore the stunning flora.Puddletown: Visit the Manor House of Athelhampton and join an Estate Manager Owen on a guided tour to discover the beautiful Tudor architecture and Elizabethan-style gardens.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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