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England: From Royals to Rolling Hills

7 NIGHTS · FLEXIBLE DATES · PRICES FROM $5,690 pp

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England: From Royals to Rolling Hills · 7 nights

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ABOUT THIS JOURNEY

For anyone who wants the best of England: grandeur, history, river walks, and a countryside that has inspired a thousand paintings.

London. No city in the world speaks more volumes of posh royal history. But beyond Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Guard, the city reveals itself layer by layer. In seven imaginative days, experience the most quintessential British gems from tasting your way through Borough Market to riding up the London Eye. You’ll even have a candlelit dinner aboard a double-decker bus taking in the city’s famous sights, plus some lesser-known treasures most visitors miss. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, a day in the Cotswolds wraps you in idyllic charm with stone villages, a riverside pub, and cottages fit for a fairy tale.

DAYS 1 – 7

London

A boutique hotel in the heart of Covent Garden serves as your lovely base for this grand adventure. Just a few steps away is one of the city’s great rituals: a proper Sunday roast with all the trimmings. Have a day all to your own to explore, shop, or simply get lost in these enchanting streets. As evening falls, a romantic journey awaits on a double-decker bus to savor a six-course meal and discover the city’s lesser-known corners. Take in the grandeur as a private guide leads you through Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and the Changing of the Guards before you stroll down the Thames and board the iconic London Eye. In the Borough Market, taste local delicacies, then enjoy a drink at London’s oldest pub. You’ll also dive into the dark past of the Tower of London, and cruise past one of the world’s most extraordinary skylines. On the final day, live like a king with a tour and royal high tea at Kensington Palace and Gardens.

DAY 6

The Cotswolds & Oxford

Bid the tourists farewell as you break away for a day in the countryside. In Oxford, travel back in time through eight centuries past, wandering cobbled lanes and college quads. Discover the medieval Divinity School, where scholars have gathered since the 15th century, then take a moment to browse a bookshop and enjoy a coffee. Up next: The Cotswolds. In this dreamy landscape, stone villages are untouched by time and neat hedgerows line narrow roads. Midday, pause for a delicious lunch with a hand-poured pint in a perfectly atmospheric pub in Buford. You’ll also see the iconic weavers’ cottages at Arlington Row in Bibury and the hidden hamlets of the Coln Valley. Stow-on-the-Wold is the final stop of the day before enjoying a scenic drive back to London.

DAY BY DAY

The highlights

DAY 1

Arrive in London for a seven-night stay, then enjoy a classic Sunday roast to start the trip.
DAY 2

Take in the city from a different angle aboard a double decker bus, complete with a six course tasting dinner and wine pairings.
DAY 3

Discover London’s icons on a private walking tour, timed to catch the Changing of the Guard, with skip-the-line access into Westminster Abbey. In the afternoon, enjoy fast-track entry to the London Eye.
DAY 4

Sample London’s food scene on a small group tour through Borough Market.
DAY 5

Venture out to Oxford and the Cotswolds on a small group day trip, with a countryside pub lunch and a visit to Oxford’s historic Divinity School.
DAY 6

Explore centuries of history on a small group tour of the Tower of London, followed by a scenic cruise along the Thames.
DAY 7

Toast the trip with a small group high tea at Kensington Palace.
DAY 8

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED

Everything taken care of

Door to door, from the moment you land until you fly home. Every transfer on your itinerary is arranged in advance, so there are no tickets to buy and no connections to figure out.

Private drivers for airport transfers
Boutique hotels, carefully chosen, in the heart of each destination
Daily breakfast included
A gourmet dinner with wine, a food tour lunch, and afternoon tea
Small group tours led by expert local guides
Skip-the-line access at key sites

Meals not listed above are yours to enjoy wherever you like. International flights are not included.

PRICING

From $5,690 PER PERSON

Based on six people traveling together

2 people traveling

$6,190 pp
4 people traveling

$5,790 pp
6 people traveling

$5,690 pp

WHY THE PRICE CHANGES

Private drivers and many of your arrangements are priced per vehicle or per booking, not per person. The more of you who travel together, the more those costs are shared, so the lower the price for each person.

Prices are subject to change depending on your preferred dates of travel. Price does not include international flights.

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Everything you want to know

A selection of questions about this itinerary and planning a trip to Italy. For more, visit our full FAQ page.

What payment methods do you accept?

Credit card and bank transfer are both available through our online payment portal, and there’s a 3% discount for paying by bank transfer.

What if our flight arrives very early or very late?

We coordinate transfer timing around your actual arrival, not a fixed schedule, so there’s no gap between landing and being met.

Are gratuities included?

Generally not, and we’ll give you clear guidance on tipping norms for your specific destination so there are no surprises.

How much cash should we bring?

Around 200 euros per person (or the local equivalent) in cash is a good starting point, using ATMs from there as you would at home. A bank is generally the best value; airport and city currency exchange counters tend to charge extra commission and fees.

Do US citizens need a visa for England?

No visa is required for tourist stays of up to 6 months, but US citizens do need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before arrival, a separate requirement from the EU’s Schengen system.

What’s the best time to visit England?

Late spring through early autumn (May through September) brings the mildest weather and the longest days, though the countryside and historic towns have their own charm even in cooler months.

What currency does England use?

The pound sterling, not the euro. Cards are widely accepted, though it’s worth carrying a little cash for smaller shops, market stalls, and tipping.

Should we rent a car to see the English countryside?

It depends on your itinerary. Driving is the most flexible way to explore areas like the Cotswolds, though we often recommend a private driver-guide instead, since it’s left-side driving and country lanes can be narrow.

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