(9 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis) London, Cotswolds, Hampshire
This private luxury tour of England has been designed for families who want to experience the history, landscapes and incredible cultural touring in London and the English countryside.
Begin in London, one of the great cities of the world and an endlessly fascinating destination for adults and children alike. During flexible private touring with your own Blue Badge guide, experience London according to the interests of your family. Some of our favorite family-friendly options include seeing the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London; touring awe-inspiring Westminster Abbey to learn about some of England’s greatest monarchs, poets and scientists; coming face-to-face with mummies at the British Museum and dinosaurs at the Museum of Natural History; visiting Harry Potter sites such as the London Zoo and Platform 9 ¾ at King’s Cross Station; taking a ride on the London Eye for spectacular views over the city; seeing the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace; sampling sweets and treats galore in the food halls of Harrods; riding a double-decker bus; and browsing one of the best toy stores in the world.
One day, perhaps opt to tour the 2012 Olympic Games sites and historic Greenwich, where you can walk through a riverfront park to the hilltop where the Royal Observatory stands guard over Greenwich Mean Time, 0° longitude and panoramic views of London and the Thames. Also, enjoy classic London experiences such as a traditional afternoon tea or a theater performance in the West End.
Next, tour Oxford, home to one of the most prestigious universities in Britain and the setting for many Harry Potter film sites. Continue to the Cotswolds and learn about the region’s incredible history while exploring local villages, spectacular English gardens, and ancient Roman roads and ruins.
Tour Stonehenge, one of England’s most enduring icons, and Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed city, en route to Hampshire for two nights at one of Europe’s most acclaimed luxury retreats. While there, enjoy grand British architecture, calming views over rolling hills, fine dining, and many optional activities such as spa treatments, fishing, horseback riding, golfing, croquet, picnics, or visits to local villages and natural parks.
This private, luxurious family tour concludes with a night in London for last-minute shopping, sightseeing, or cultural performances.
This tour can also be done in the reverse.
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
Arrive London
Private transfer to hotel for 3 nights. Private afternoon walking tour
Day 2
London
Full-day private city tour
Day 3
London
Half-day private city tour or visit to Olympics sites and Greenwich. Evening theater tickets
Day 4
London – Cotswolds
Private tour of Oxford and/or Stratford-upon-Avon en route to Cotswolds for 2 nights
Day 5
Cotswolds
Private touring of villages, gardens and Roman ruins
Day 6
Cotswolds - Hampshire
Private tour of Bath and Stonehenge en route to Hampshire for 2 nights
Day 7
Hampshire
At leisure to enjoy activities at hotel
Day 8
Hampshire - London
Private transfer to London for overnight
Day 9
Depart London
Private transfer to airport
Hotels
London:
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, The Savoy, or Claridge's
Cotswolds:
Buckland Manor
Hampshire:
Four Seasons Hampshire or Chewton Glen
Cost
$9,215
Per person (based on four travelers/two rooms)
$9,080
Per person (based on three travelers/triple occupancy)
$11,175
Per person (based on two travelers/double occupancy)
