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*Enjoyed spending 2 nights in same city. Didn't have to repack every day,have your bags every morning, allowed washing clothes.
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Highlights
Explore London, Nottingham
Discover Cambridge, Manchester, Birmingham, Stratford-Upon-Avon and Oxford
Visit Piece Hall in Halifax, RHS Garden Bridgewater, Punt on the River Cam, Sherwood Forest, Shakespeare's Birthplace
View Cambridge and Oxford's colleges
Cruise the Thames
Drive the Yorkshire Moors, The Cotswolds and the Peak District
Taste Bakewell Tart
London: See London's iconic sites with a Local Specialist.
London: See London from a different angle on a Thames River cruise. Glide past iconic sights like the Tower of London and Tower Bridge as you take in the city’s skyline from the water.
Cambridge: Join your Travel Director for an orientation tour of Cambridge. See the university’s historic colleges, walk along the River Cam and get to know the city’s academic heritage and charming streets.
Cambridge: Experience Cambridge from the water on a traditional punting trip. Pass by the city’s historic colleges and bridges as your guide shares insights into university life and local history from a unique vantage point.
Halifax: Discover Halifax’s Georgian masterpiece. Once a hub for trading cloth, this open-air courtyard now blends history with culture. Explore independent shops, galleries and exhibitions as you learn how this unique space helped shape the town’s story.
Lancaster: Drive the M62 from Halifax to Manchester through the Yorkshire Moors. Pass dramatic moorland, stone farmhouses and sweeping views as you cross one of England’s highest motorways, linking rural landscapes with the energy of the north’s great cities.
Manchester: Explore one of the UK’s newest gardens, set on the site of Worsley New Hall. Walk through designed spaces that reflect both heritage and modern planting, and see how the Royal Horticultural Society is bringing new life to this historic landscape.
Manchester: From the world’s first industrial city to the birthplace of iconic bands and football legends, Manchester blends heritage and creativity. Visit the Science and Industry Museum, explore the Northern Quarter’s street art and shops, and experience the energy that’s made this city a cultural powerhouse.
Bakewell: Explore the charming market town of Bakewell, set in the heart of the Peak District. Wander through its stone-built streets, browse local shops and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a place known for its character and countryside charm.
Nottingham: Take in the landscapes of the Peak District as you travel from Manchester to Nottingham. With rolling hills, stone villages and sweeping views, this national park has long inspired writers like Jane Austen. A scenic drive through English countryside.
Nottingham: Join your Local Specialist in Nottingham to explore the city’s history and legends. See the Old Market Square, Town Hall, the famous Robin Hood statue and the Lace Market, once the heart of Britain’s lace industry.
Bakewell: Pause for a traditional cuppa and try the town’s famous sweet treat—the Bakewell Pudding. With its almond and jam filling, it’s a local favourite and a delicious taste of Derbyshire.
Nottingham: See the Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, a tree estimated to be over 1,000 years old. Learn how this ancient woodland became linked to the story of Robin Hood and explore the setting behind one of England’s most enduring legends.
Birmingham: Explore Birmingham with your Travel Director on an orientation tour through the city centre. See Victoria Square and its civic buildings, pass the Bullring’s modern architecture and view the striking Library of Birmingham. Learn how the city has evolved from its industrial roots into a hub of culture, innovation and design in the West Midlands.
Stratford-upon-Avon: Explore the town where William Shakespeare was born and raised. Walk through timber-framed streets, see the River Avon and discover how this small market town became one of England’s most famous literary landmarks.
Shakespeare's Birthplace: Travel through the Cotswolds and Warwickshire countryside, where gentle hills, farmland and honey-stone villages set the scene. Featured in shows like Downton Abbey and Father Brown, this region is known for its picture-perfect English charm.
Oxford: Explore Oxford with your Travel Director and see the Radcliffe Camera, the Ashmolean Museum and the university’s colleges. Learn how this city became a centre for learning, with a university that’s shaped history for over 900 years.
Windsor: Get your bearings in Windsor on an orientation tour with your Travel Director, from the riverside up towards Windsor Castle’s outer walls.
Liverpool: Step through the red gates of Strawberry Field in Liverpool, once a Salvation Army children’s home and the inspiration for “Strawberry Fields Forever”. Hear stories from your hosts, explore the exhibition and gardens where John Lennon once played, and see the piano used to compose “Imagine” before sitting down to afternoon tea overlooking this iconic place.
Loughborough: Take a guided tour of Loughborough Bellfoundry Museum, the world’s largest working bell foundry. Learn how bells are cast, tuned and installed, and meet the dedicated team keeping this rare skill alive. Discover the global legacy of Taylor bells, from St. Paul’s Cathedral to New York, Cape Town and Sydney. Your visit directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Drive the Yorkshire Moors, The Cotswolds and the Peak District
Taste Bakewell Tart
London: See London's iconic sites with a Local Specialist.
London: See London from a different angle on a Thames River cruise. Glide past iconic sights like the Tower of London and Tower Bridge as you take in the city’s skyline from the water.
Cambridge: Join your Travel Director for an orientation tour of Cambridge. See the university’s historic colleges, walk along the River Cam and get to know the city’s academic heritage and charming streets.
Cambridge: Experience Cambridge from the water on a traditional punting trip. Pass by the city’s historic colleges and bridges as your guide shares insights into university life and local history from a unique vantage point.
Halifax: Discover Halifax’s Georgian masterpiece. Once a hub for trading cloth, this open-air courtyard now blends history with culture. Explore independent shops, galleries and exhibitions as you learn how this unique space helped shape the town’s story.
Lancaster: Drive the M62 from Halifax to Manchester through the Yorkshire Moors. Pass dramatic moorland, stone farmhouses and sweeping views as you cross one of England’s highest motorways, linking rural landscapes with the energy of the north’s great cities.
Manchester: Explore one of the UK’s newest gardens, set on the site of Worsley New Hall. Walk through designed spaces that reflect both heritage and modern planting, and see how the Royal Horticultural Society is bringing new life to this historic landscape.
Manchester: From the world’s first industrial city to the birthplace of iconic bands and football legends, Manchester blends heritage and creativity. Visit the Science and Industry Museum, explore the Northern Quarter’s street art and shops, and experience the energy that’s made this city a cultural powerhouse.
Bakewell: Explore the charming market town of Bakewell, set in the heart of the Peak District. Wander through its stone-built streets, browse local shops and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a place known for its character and countryside charm.
Nottingham: Take in the landscapes of the Peak District as you travel from Manchester to Nottingham. With rolling hills, stone villages and sweeping views, this national park has long inspired writers like Jane Austen. A scenic drive through English countryside.
Nottingham: Join your Local Specialist in Nottingham to explore the city’s history and legends. See the Old Market Square, Town Hall, the famous Robin Hood statue and the Lace Market, once the heart of Britain’s lace industry.
Bakewell: Pause for a traditional cuppa and try the town’s famous sweet treat—the Bakewell Pudding. With its almond and jam filling, it’s a local favourite and a delicious taste of Derbyshire.
Nottingham: See the Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, a tree estimated to be over 1,000 years old. Learn how this ancient woodland became linked to the story of Robin Hood and explore the setting behind one of England’s most enduring legends.
Birmingham: Explore Birmingham with your Travel Director on an orientation tour through the city centre. See Victoria Square and its civic buildings, pass the Bullring’s modern architecture and view the striking Library of Birmingham. Learn how the city has evolved from its industrial roots into a hub of culture, innovation and design in the West Midlands.
Stratford-upon-Avon: Explore the town where William Shakespeare was born and raised. Walk through timber-framed streets, see the River Avon and discover how this small market town became one of England’s most famous literary landmarks.
Shakespeare's Birthplace: Travel through the Cotswolds and Warwickshire countryside, where gentle hills, farmland and honey-stone villages set the scene. Featured in shows like Downton Abbey and Father Brown, this region is known for its picture-perfect English charm.
Oxford: Explore Oxford with your Travel Director and see the Radcliffe Camera, the Ashmolean Museum and the university’s colleges. Learn how this city became a centre for learning, with a university that’s shaped history for over 900 years.
Windsor: Get your bearings in Windsor on an orientation tour with your Travel Director, from the riverside up towards Windsor Castle’s outer walls.
Liverpool: Step through the red gates of Strawberry Field in Liverpool, once a Salvation Army children’s home and the inspiration for “Strawberry Fields Forever”. Hear stories from your hosts, explore the exhibition and gardens where John Lennon once played, and see the piano used to compose “Imagine” before sitting down to afternoon tea overlooking this iconic place.
Loughborough: Take a guided tour of Loughborough Bellfoundry Museum, the world’s largest working bell foundry. Learn how bells are cast, tuned and installed, and meet the dedicated team keeping this rare skill alive. Discover the global legacy of Taylor bells, from St. Paul’s Cathedral to New York, Cape Town and Sydney. Your visit directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
London: The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotelCherrypicked hotels, all tried and trustedAll hotel tips, charges and local taxesOn occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Transport
Luxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Guide
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Others
All porterage and restaurant gratuitiesMustsee sightseeingAudio headsets for flexible sightseeingOptional Experiences and free time
10 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Starts
Ends
London, England
London, England
What's Excluded
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
Manchester hotel not central, Nottingham hotel rooms very tiny and dark, Birmingham hotel staff inexperienced with large groups with bags and meals, London hotel good but location not walkable to station or tube,
48 too many passengers, as so many were very slow to get off coach
Best day Bridgewater Garden / Liverpool- lots to do but didnt feel rushed, enjoyable day
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Margaret D.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
*Visited cities/towns that have not been on usual itinerary.
ie: Birmingham,Manchester
*Enjoyed spending 2 nights in same city. Didn't have to repack every day,have your bags every morning, allowed washing clothes.
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Itinerary
Discover the country’s most iconic sites and the stories behind them on this tour of England. Explore London’s landmarks, walk through university towns like Oxford and Cambridge, and visit the landscapes that inspired legends from Robin Hood to Harry Potter. Travel through the Peak District, stop in market towns and enjoy local flavours along the way. You’ll find yourself on an unforgettable journey through the heart of England.
day 1Hello London
Welcome to London. Settle into your hotel and meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers over dinner. Settle in with your group and get ready to explore England's history, landscapes and local traditions.
Meals
Dinner
Location Visited
London
Accommodation
Crowne Plaza Kings Cross
day 2Depart the City for Cambridge
day 3Punt through the City of Cambridge
day 4Through Yorkshire to Manchester
day 5Discover the Capital of the North
day 6Journey through the Peak District to Nottingham
day 7The Home of Robin Hood
day 8Explore Birmingham
day 9Stroll the Cobblestones of Stratford-Upon-Avon
day 10Cheerio England
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