England
The United Kingdom Highlight Reel in 11 Days
This 10-night luxury tour of England hits all the country's best highlights. Travel from the royal landmarks of London through the Georgian elegance of Bath, the storybook villages of the Cotswolds, and the dreaming spires of Oxford. Along the way, enjoy private after-hours access to iconic sites and Michelin-star dining on the banks of the Thames. As a result, this stands among the best tours of England for the discerning traveler.
Journey at-a-glance:
- Days 1 – 4: London
- Days 5 – 6: Bath
- Days 7 – 9: Oxford
- Days 10 – 11: Surrey Hills
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This luxury tour of England first begins with a seamless arrival at Heathrow Airport. From there, a two-hour panoramic drive introduces the capital city's greatest landmarks. As such, pass the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul's Cathedral from the comfort of your car.
Spend the next three nights at The Lanesborough, a landmark hotel opposite Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace. Each room benefits from 24-hour butler service, setting the tone for this exceptional journey.
Then enjoy a private guided tour of Westminster Abbey. Afterward, an exterior tour of Parliament Square brings the long history of Parliament and the Crown to life.
Next, day three opens at the Tower of London with a private guide. For an even more exclusive experience, a private pre-opening viewing of the Crown Jewels is available. That afternoon, your guide leads you through Covent Garden, taking in the Piazza and the colorful artisan shops of Neal's Yard.
Finally, your last day in London invites you to the National Gallery. A private guided tour reveals the highlights of its collection of 2,300 European masterpieces. Lastly, a local food expert leads you off the beaten path through the pubs, markets, bakeries, and eateries that Londoners love.
Your luxury tour of England then travels onward to Bath, one of the finest holiday destinations in Great Britain. However, en route, you will have the chance to stop at Windsor Castle to explore one of the King's official residences. A private tour reveals the grandeur within its ancient walls.
Then, at Bray, lunch awaits at the Waterside Inn, a three-Michelin-star restaurant nestled on the banks of the Thames. Upon arrival in Bath, settle into Royal Crescent Hotel, a five-star haven in this UNESCO-listed city.
A local guide collects you from the hotel for a three-hour private walking tour through Bath's stunning Georgian streets. As such, explore the Royal Crescent, the Circus, and Pulteney Bridge, with insider knowledge bringing each landmark to life.
Your guide then leads you to the entrance of the Roman Baths, where you explore at your own pace. That evening, the thermal springs of Thermae Bath Spa offer a deeply restorative close to the day.
The following morning, your driver guide takes you to Oxford to continue your luxury tour of England. Along the way, however, you will stop in the Cotswolds, one of England's Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Wander the quintessential English village of Castle Combe and explore the medieval stone cottages and tithe barn of Lacock. In addition, one of the gardeners of Sudeley Castle leads you through the castle's ten award-winning gardens.
Finally, arrive at Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, a celebrated manor house in Oxford.
The next day, a private walking tour reveals a trove of historic sites. Ker & Downey highly recommends opening your time in Oxford at Magdalen College, where C.S. Lewis once taught English. Then continue to Christ Church College with its vaulted staircase and Tudor dining hall.
After lunch at a riverside restaurant, a curator-led tour of the Bodleian Library follows. The day then concludes with a private river charter, drifting past Oxford's famous skyline toward the quaint village of Iffley.
The highlight of day nine, however, is an exclusive tour of Blenheim Palace. A specialist guide unlocks usually unseen areas, including the Palace State Rooms and the Private Apartments.
After a tour of the Churchill Exhibition, a seasonal three-course lunch follows in style. The afternoon winds through the Formal Gardens, the Butterfly House, and the Walled Garden at a leisurely pace.
A leisurely morning at the hotel precedes the final transfer of this best of England tour. Your chauffeur carries you south to Beaverbrook, a British country estate nestled in the heart of the Surrey Hills. Enjoy your final evening in England amid the estate's exceptional surroundings before your departure the following day.
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This journey stands among the best tours of England Ker & Downey offers. However, our Travel Designers can tailor every element to match your travel style perfectly. Perhaps add time in England's Lake District National Park or Stratford Upon Avon, Shakespeare's birthplace. No matter the destination, we handle every detail so you can simply enjoy the journey.
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