The Classic Vacations to London 5 Nights London and the English countryside
The perfect tour for a first-time visit. This itinerary includes private tours and includes all the famous places along with a taster of some of the off-the-beaten path places of interest.
The The Classic Classic Town Vacations and Country to London tour Day 1 Day 1 Meet and greet London Heathrow plus tour of Windsor Castle Your chauffeur will meet you inside the arrivals hall, assist with luggage and escort you to the vehicle. Windsor Castle is a working palace, weekend home to the Queen and the largest and oldest continuously inhabited castle in the world. Visit the opulent State Apartments and enjoy a personal guided tour of the magnificent St George s Chapel, the last resting place Britain s Kings and Queens. Learn more about the Tudor monarchs and connections to the tales of the Game of Thrones and The Crown Net Flix TV drama. See the exquisitely constructed details of the one twelfth scale Queen Mary s Dolls House. This gift and work of art for Queen Mary was displayed at the festival of Britain in 1924. Overnight: London
Guard at Windsor Castle
The Classic Vacations to London Day 2 Day 2 Saturday Royal City: Westminster Abbey, Churchill s War rooms and Aristocratic London (6 hrs) The Churchill War Rooms are where Sir Winston Churchill conducted operations during the London Blitz. Experience the sights and sounds of the wartime bunker that sheltered the Prime Minster and his team of government officials, secretaries and high ranking military personnel during the aerial bombing of London. See communication, map and meeting rooms left as if the war ended only yesterday. Enjoy a private tour inside Westminster Abbey, famous for coronations and royal weddings. The abbey is one of Britain s most important historic buildings, a Royal church with tombs of Kings and Queens. The Abbey has become a special place of burial for the great and the good. See the coronation chair and the spectacular King Henry VII chapel. Stroll through aristocratic London is characterised by elegant squares, specialist shops and smart restaurants. Before large department stores ladies and gentlemen had a tailor, a hatter, shoe maker, cheesemonger, wine merchant and so on. These specialist stores can still be seen in the small streets of Mayfair and St James today. Guide only When you ve had enough walking we can take a Taxi for those short hops. Overnight: London Westminster Abbey Mayfair
London
The Classic Vacations to London Day 3 Day 3 Sunday Lazy Sunday Free day to enjoy museums, parks and go for a stroll. Optional extra: Private guided tour of the British Museum and Bloomsbury area ask for further details if required. Overnight: London
The Classic Vacations to London Day 4 Day 4 The Tower of London, Old City of London and St Paul s Cathedral (7 hours) Boats, buses, taxi and tubes and your own two feet! Explore the city like a real Londoner with an expert tour guide by your side. Tour inside St Paul s Cathedral and see the beautiful interior of the dome, one of the largest in the world. If you are feeling energetic, climb the 533 steps to the top of the dome for incredible views of London. Tour Tower of London, an ancient royal palace and castle. Individuals of significance were detained inside the Tower of London, including Anne Boleyn, Thomas Cromwell, Princess Elizabeth and Guy Fawkes. See the Execution Site and meet the residential ravens which patrol the grounds. See the collection of Crown Jewels on display inside the Tower of London, including the Imperial State Crown. Also on display is the Sovereign s Sceptre with Cross, which contains the Cullinan diamond at 530.2 carat, also known as the Great Star of Africa. Take a walk-through-time get off-the-beaten path and explore the alleyways, snickets and ancient chapels and church yards of the Old City of London. This is a chance to see lesser known London, explore Roman ruins, ancient places of worship and great old pubs Guide only Overnight: London
The Classic Vacations to London Day 5 Day 5 Take your time and enjoy lunch, go shop and simply just be. Overnight: London
The Classic Vacations to London Day 6 Day 6 Chauffeur-driven Transfer to London Heathrow Your chauffeur will be with you 15 minutes before you need to depart for the airport. I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you for all your help in making our trip to London a once in a lifetime trip. The itinerary was superb and the accommodations were perfect. I would not change a single thing. ORIHEL, T.
The Classic Vacations to London Additional Information The Hotel London 11 Cadogan Gardens 11 Cadogan Gardens was built by Lord Chelsea in the late 19th century and originally comprised four separate Victorian town houses. With a fabulous location in such a prestigious area, the hotel became vastly popular as a home from home for travelling Victorian aristocrats, politicians and bon viveurs. In that progressive era, the area was known as something of a bohemian quarter, attracting notable personalities including radicals, artists and poets. More recently 11 Cadogan Gardens was home to a private members club, and a sense of privacy and exclusivity remains. If the walls could talk, we feel sure they would regale us with tantalising tales and glamorous gossip from days gone by. The distinctive style is unparalleled and the staff at 11 are proud to serve guests to the highest possible standards. Intriguing, evocative and unmistakably unique we urge you to discover 11 Cadogan Gardens for yourself. The hotel is now part of Mews style village with a real local feel, cheese mongers, wine merchants, cafes and restaurants. You can get to know the locals at 11. Your Room Deluxe King A very British retreat with high ceilings, feature fireplaces, and wonderfully comfy beds, the Deluxe Rooms are ideal for couples. Lavishly decorated and brimming with luxury, including a pristine marble bathroom and the finest linen bedsheets, guests can relax and rejuvenate in this quiet city haven. Need to know Size: 22-25sqm Double or twin beds Marble bathroom Your choice of English or continental breakfast Period features Complimentary Wi Fi Nespresso machine Still & sparkling water
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