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London, England
Edinburgh, Scotland
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Highlights
Stratford-upon-Avon - Enjoy free time to take in the birthplace of William Shakespeare and the Royal Shakespeare Company theatre
Conwy Castle - Explore this medieval castle in North Wales, founded by King Edward I in the 13th Century after he conquered the area
Snowdonia National Park - Take in the dramatic mountains and valleys of North Wales, including Mount Snowdon, the country's highest peak
York - Spend three nights in this historic town, an important Roman settlement and also conquered by the Vikings and Normans
Yorkshire Dales - Take in this vast national park, filled with stunning scenery, wildlife and a rich cultural heritage
Castlerigg - See this 5,000-year-old stone circle, believed to have been the site for many ancient rituals and ceremonies
Windermere - Enjoy a 45-minute cruise on England's largest lake, soaking up the scenery of the Lake District
Hadrian's Wall - Follow in the footsteps of Roman centurions along this ancient wall which once protected the Roman Empire from Scottish tribes
Castlerigg - See this 5,000-year-old stone circle, believed to have been the site for many ancient rituals and ceremonies
Windermere - Enjoy a 45-minute cruise on England's largest lake, soaking up the scenery of the Lake District
Hadrian's Wall - Follow in the footsteps of Roman centurions along this ancient wall which once protected the Roman Empire from Scottish tribes
What's Included
Accommodation
7 nights 3-star hotels
Meals
7 breakfasts
Transport
Transportation in 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioningAll road tolls
Guide
Escorted by a local driver-guide
Others
Cruise on Lake WindermereAdmission to Vindolanda and Roman Army Museum at Hadrian's Wall20kg luggage allowance - This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal itemsNote: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
Entrance
Entrance to Conwy CastleEntrance to Chatsworth House & Gardens
Itinerary
Travel from England’s bustling capital to Scotland’s historic heart on the "London to Edinburgh (Hotel) - 8 days" tour. This easy-paced, small-group journey is ideal for seniors and experienced adventurers who appreciate both structure and flexibility. Traverse Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, venture into Wales to explore Conwy Castle and Snowdonia, and meander through the Peak District and York. Highlights include cruising Lake Windermere, marveling at the Castlerigg stone circle, and walking in the footsteps of Romans along Hadrian’s Wall. The standout feature: a seamless route through the UK’s most storied regions, blending literary landmarks, natural wonders, and cultural treasures.
day 1Stratford-upon-Avon, Ironbridge & Shrewsbury
London - Stratford-upon-Avon - Ironbridge - Shrewsbury. Departing London, we drive to Stratford-upon-Avon, best known as the birthplace of legendary playwright William Shakespeare. During free time here, you can see the bard's Tudor birthplace, and the Holy Trinity Church, where he is buried. Stratford is also home to the riverside Royal Shakespeare Company, made up of several theatres. Perhaps pop into the adjacent Dirty Duck pub for a pint, a popular haunt for actors and theatregoers alike. Famous guests in the Actors Bar here have included Dame Judi Dench, David Tennant, Sir Ian McKellen and Dame Helen Mirren - their photos are all on the walls! Our next stop is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ironbridge, home to the world's first ever iron bridge (clue is in the name!). Learn about this marvel of engineering and admire views of the flowing River Severn from above. We arrive in Shrewsbury, where the historic town centre is almost entirely encircled by the River Severn, and is dominated by black and white Tudor buildings. Charles Darwin was born in this market town, which is our home for the next two nights (please note that on rare occasions we will stay in Chester instead of Shrewsbury). Please note: Check-in closes at 08:30 on day 1 (tour departs at 08:45) - Stance 3, Greenline Coach Terminal London, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SH. Accommodation: Prince Rupert Hotel or similar
OverNight
Shrewsbury
day 2Conwy Castle & Snowdonia
day 3Peak District to York
day 4York free time
day 5North York Moors & Whitby
day 6The scenic Yorkshire Dales
day 7Castlerigg, Windermere & Wordsworth
day 8Hadrian's Wall
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