TRIP ITINERARY

Windsor Castle - First group to enter the Castle in the morning

Over 900 years of royal history are waiting for you in Windsor Castle, which is perched high above the River Thames just outside of London. From William the Conqueror in the 11^th century, 40 successive monarchs have lived here and left their mark on what is now the largest continuously occupied castle in the world. We shall be amongst the first people to enter Windsor Castle, so you can see for yourself the splendor of St. George's chapel and the sumptuous state apartments. Windsor itself is a pretty town full of traditional shops and historic pubs. Shakespeare is said to have written his play The Merry Wives of Windsor in one of them!

Lunch in a 14th century pub in Lacock

The Village of Lacock was the setting for numerous scenes from the Harry Potter films including the Philosophers stone and the chambers of Secrets. Enjoy our guided walking tour exploring this medieval gem before we head to the George Inn a 14^th century for our pub lunch.

Bath

Bath, another world heritage site. Bath is a beautiful Georgian city with delightful crescents, terraces and architecture. Following our panoramic tour of the city, there will be time to visit Bath Abbey and Pulteney Bridge overlooking the river Avon cascading over the weir. And you can shop, explore or take afternoon tea in the Pump Rooms while listening to the string quartet.

Stonehenge

The most famous prehistoric monument in the world, and now a world heritage site, Stonehenge stands alone in the vast empty tract of Salisbury plain. Its origins date back nearly 5,000 years and it has been home to pagan religion and spiritual worship, not to be mention public debate ever since. What was this vast collection of stones intended for? Was it an observatory of the moon, a temple to the sun, or an elaborate cemetery? Who were the people who carried and carved these 40 ton rocks? Come and unlock the secrets for yourself and marvel at this remarkable and mysterious feat of ancient engineering and design.

Returns to London at approximately 21:00pm.

Inclusions:

• Admissions to Windsor Castle and Stonehenge (with upgrade option selected)
• 1 course pub lunch in 14th century classic country pub George Inn in Lacock
• Panoramic tour of Georgian city of Bath
• Audio Headset at Windsor Castle
• Professional Guide
• Transportation by Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel Drop-Offs

Please note:

• The tour departs at Victoria Coach Station Gate 19 - 20, at 7.45am (Boarding starts 7.30am) and concludes near Gloucester Road underground station at approximately 9pm.
• Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays and on the 25 - 26 December. On rare occasion the State Apartments are closed and as an alternative we shall visit Queens Mary's Doll's House and St. George's Chapel.
• St. George's Chapel is closed on Sundays.  There will be extra time to explore the castle precincts.
• On rare occasions, if the George Inn is not available, we use a suitable alternative. Lunch will be taken late in the afternoon and the order of the visit may change, so lunch may be replaced by supper.
• Please contact us to discuss suitability for this tour for those with disability or mobility difficulties.