2018 Tour Details
$1699 per person on select 2018 and 2019 British Escape (KAE) Air-Inclusive Package.*
On this Escape, visit the must-see landmarks and experience the culture of Britain without the crowds—and even better—without the high-season prices. It’s the perfect, concise Britain escorted tour that offers you the unforgettable sights of this great land! Have your camera ready on this guided tour of Britain to capture all the magnificent experiences as you travel from London to Edinburgh. History buffs will delight in seeing mysterious, prehistoric Stonehenge (just imagine how those stones got there!); the Roman Baths in Bath, constructed around 70 AD and today one of the best-preserved Roman remains in the world; Liverpool, once a great Victorian city and Atlantic seaport, and renowned birthplace of the Beatles; and Edinburgh, home to many Scottish monarchs, including Queen Margaret, who died here in 1093.Literary fans will enjoy visiting Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, and Grasmere, home to William Wordsworth. But that's not all…a London Guide will show you all the city’s famous landmarks, from Buckingham Palace to the Prime Minister’s Downing Street and Westminster Abbey; and in Edinburgh, you’ll tour the castle and see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. From the historical sights to the beautiful scenery to the special experiences, this guided tour of England and Scotland is a great way to sample everything Britain has to offer at a price that screams, “Let’s go!”
APPLICABLE DEPARTURE DATES:
- November 10, 14 & 24, 2018
- December 8, 2018
- January 12, 19 & 26, 2019
- February 9 & 23, 2019
- March 9, 2019
Booking Window:
August 8, 2018 through August 17, 2018
Booking Instructions:
Call 1-800-268-3636 to book with Globus.
Mention “Travelalerts and tour code KAE with air” at time of booking.
Call centre hours are:
Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST and
Saturday 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST.
Destinations & Sightseeing
LONDON
Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing; visit St. Paul’s Cathedral
STONEHENGE
Visit the prehistoric monument
BATH
Visit the Roman relics
STOW-ON-THE-WOLD
Take a stroll in this Cotswolds village
STRATFORD–UPON–AVON
Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace
LIVERPOOL
Visit the maritime city
GRASMERE
Visit Wordsworth’s village;
try original Grasmere Gingerbread
EDINBURGH
Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh Castle; farewell dinner at a local restaurant
- Hotels listed may occasionaly be substituted with alternate hotels of equivalent standard.
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:
Transportation:
Motorcoach. Free wi-fi available on your motorcoach and in most hotel lobbies
Meals
Meals & Itinerary
Full English breakfast daily; 3 three-course dinners with wine and choice of menus, including a welcome dinner in London and a farewell dinner in Edinburgh
Itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Day 1 ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
Welcome to London! Uniformed Globus Hosts are available to help you make the most of your stay. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Dinner
Day 2 LONDON
After a hearty English breakfast, morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes all the famous landmarks: the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben beside the Thames River, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall’s mounted horseguards, the Prime Minister’s Downing Street residence, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. The highlight is a visit to ST. PAUL’S CATHEDRAL (except on Sundays), Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece built between 1675 and 1708. This afternoon an optional excursion to the Tower of London is available. And this evening, maybe enjoy an optional dinner, followed by a cruise on the River Thames.
Breakfast
Day 3 LONDON–STONEHENGE–BATH
Depart at 8 am for a memorable day of sightseeing. First, visit the intriguing prehistoric monument of STONEHENGE. Explore the visitor center with its imaginative exhibitions, then take the shuttle to the stone circle and admire the magnificence of the monument up close. Across Salisbury Plain, head for the elegant Georgian city of Bath, where you see the amazing excavations of the ROMAN BATHS, once one of the greatest religious spas of the ancient world.
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 4 BATH–STOW-ON-THE-WOLD–STRATFORD–UPON–AVON–LIVERPOOL
Savor vistas of the Cotswolds on your way via the medieval market town of Stow-on-the-Wold to Stratford-upon-Avon. Time here to visit SHAKESPEARE’S BIRTHPLACE and discover this pretty Elizabethan town at your own pace. In the afternoon, drive to Liverpool, the hometown of The Beatles. Then, why not join a Local Guide for an optional excursion which will give you a detailed introduction to the city. You’ll visit the magnificent cathedral, admire stunning historic civic buildings, hear all about the legendary Beatles, and discover the city’s glorious maritime history.
Breakfast
Day 5 LIVERPOOL–GRASMERE–GRETNA GREEN, SCOTLAND–EDINBURGH
This morning, focus on the tranquil Lake District, a UNESCO World Heritage site and considered to be the finest of England’s national parks. Take a break in Wordsworth’s beloved Grasmere and try original GRASMERE GINGERBREAD. Then, head north for the Scottish border and stop at Gretna Green, where the blacksmith used to wed runaway couples. Arrive in Edinburgh this afternoon for a two-night stay.
Breakfast
Day 6 EDINBURGH
Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town” and famous scientists, inventors, and novelists who lived there. In the “Old Town,” drive up the narrow Royal Mile to EDINBURGH CASTLE to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels and the iconic Stone of Destiny, used to inaugurate monarchs for centuries, and take in the fantastic views over the city. The afternoon is free to enjoy the Scottish capital at your own pace. Later, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 7 EDINBURGH
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast
Optional Excursions
The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality.
Price Ranges
$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)
London
A Taste of London
A traditional dining experience followed by a nighttime cruise along the Thames River, viewing some of the capital's most beautiful illuminated sights.
Price Range: $$$
Tower of London & Crown Jewels
From the opulent Crown Jewels to the uniformed Beefeaters and infamous ravens, this fascinating excursion introduces you to the Tower of London, one of the country's most famous castle fortresses.
Price Range: $$
London Eye
At 135 metres, the Coca-Cola London Eye is the world's tallest cantilevered observation wheel, with 40 kilometre panoramic views on a clear day. The gradual rotation in one of the 32 high-tech glass capsules takes approximately 30 minutes offering spectacular views of London and its famous landmarks such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square.
Price Range: $
The London Dungeon
Delve into the blood-curdling parts of history that your teachers never wanted to tell you. Live actors, scary rides, shows and special effects, transport you back to those black, bleak times. Are you brave enough?
Price Range: $
Madame Tussauds
Walk the red carpet at the legendary Madame Tussauds London and meet the world's most famous stars from Hollywood to Bollywood, and The Royal Family to Rock Royalty.
Price Range: $
Sea Life London
With 17 themed zones and over 600 species of marine life, SEA LIFE London Aquarium will take you on a fascinating journey from the coastline to the depths of the ocean. Discover a magical underwater world filled with a dazzling array of amazing sea creatures, from sharks to rare Green Sea Turtles, from jellyfish to rays, from clownfish to blue tangs.
Price Range: $
Liverpool
Evening City Tour
Enjoy a detailed introduction to the splendid city of Liverpool on this entertaining private guided tour. Along the way, visit the magnificent cathedral, admire stunning historic civic buildings, hear about the legendary Beatles, and discover the city's glorious maritime history.
Price Range: $
Edinburgh
Scottish Night with Bagpipers and the Ceremony of the Haggis
Enjoy a delicious three-course meal followed by traditional Scottish song and dance and the Ceremony of the Haggis.
Price Range: $$$
Know Before You Go
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*Book the November 10,17,24; Dec 8, 2018; Jan 12,19,26; Feb 9,23; Mar 9, 2019 departure of British Escape by Globus (KAE) to receive an air-inclusive package price of $1,699/person with round-trip trans-Atlantic air from YYZ, YUL, YOW, YYC & YVR. Other gateway cities available for an additional $299/person (inclusive of taxes/fees) charge are YCD, YEG, YFC, YHZ, YLW, YQG, YQM, YQR, YQT, YSB, YSJ, YWG, YXE, YYG, YYJ, YYT & YZR. Not combinable with any other promotion. Must be booked & under land and air deposit between August 8-17, 2018. Fixed price based on double occupancy for core vacation and does not extend to additional nights, extensions, non-brochure date airport transfers, single supplement fees or optional gratuities. Quotes available online or by calling a Travel Professional. Group air does not qualify. Limited to new bookings for Canada originating travellers and economy class Flex air tickets; Offer does not apply to instant purchase air; $1,699 price is based on lowest available airfare at time of booking. Alternate schedules may be available at an additional cost. Once ticketed, air reservations subject to change/cancellation penalties of between $300 per ticket and 100% of ticket value. Changes to air reservations subject to airfare differentials between originally booked airline fare and re-booked air itinerary. Additional airline baggage fees may apply; visit www.iflybags.com for details. Air schedules are available approximately 330 days prior to last travel date. Flight schedules, routings and air carriers are at the discretion of Globus family of brands. Pre-assigned seating may not be available on all air segments. Additional restrictions apply; see Travel Terms for details. Air tickets are non-commissionable. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Offer available from participating GFOB offices only. PRMYBQ