Tour Overview
Embark on the Britain Sampler tour, a captivating journey through England, Scotland, and Wales. Discover iconic landmarks in London, including the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace, before venturing to the mystical Stonehenge and the historic Roman Baths in Bath. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Lake District, visit Edinburgh Castle to marvel at Scotland’s Crown Jewels, and explore Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotsford House. Experience the charm of Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon and the medieval streets of York. With guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and transportation between destinations, this small-group tour offers an enriching cultural experience across the UK’s most treasured sites. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In London,England
Location: London
Accommodation Name: Park Plaza Waterloo or Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Uniformed Globus Hosts will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon.
Day 2: London
Location: London, Houses of Parliament, London, Big Ben, London, Westminster Abbey, London, Whitehall, London, Downing Street, London, Piccadilly Circus, London, Buckingham Palace, London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, London
Accommodation Name: Park Plaza Waterloo or Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Meals Included: Breakfast
LONDON The Royal Treatment LONDON Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes sights of the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, Prime Minister’s Downing Street residence, Piccadilly Circus, Buckingham Palace, and a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral. Free time this afternoon. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SITES See the legendary landmarks of England’s historic capital city. Walk where voices have rung out for centuries in Parliament Square and where chimes rise high above you with the ringing of Big Ben’s quarter bells. See Westminster Abbey, where royal coronations, weddings, and funerals have made history.
Day 3: London,Stonehenge,Bath
Location: London, Stonehenge, Bath
Accommodation Name: Double Tree By Hilton Bath
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
LONDON–STONEHENGE–BATH Ancient Stones & Spa Days LONDON Meet your Tour Director and travel companions at 8 am before departing for a Stonehenge visit.STONEHENGE Visit the prehistoric monument. BATH Visit the excavations of the Roman Baths. Free time the remainder of the day. (B,D) 125 mi / 201 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURAL GEMS The traditions of one ancient Roman ritual are in full flow in Bath. Amid the remarkable Roman and Georgian architecture and the best-preserved Roman Baths of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a good spa day is never hard to find in one of the “Best Spa Towns in Europe.” The city of Bath sits above geothermal springs that bubble up from the limestone below. Bath also turns up the heat with some of Britain's grandest Georgian buildings, a mecca for elite 18th-century society.
Day 4: Bath,Ludlow,Llangollen,Wales,Liverpool,England
Location: Bath, Ludlow, Llangollen, Liverpool
Accommodation Name: Aloft Hotel Liverpool
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Day 5: Liverpool,Grasmere,Gretna Green,Scotland,Edinburgh
Location: Liverpool, Grasmere, Gretna Green, Edinburgh
Accommodation Name: Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Meals Included: Breakfast
LIVERPOOL–GRASMERE–GRETNA GREEN, SCOTLAND–EDINBURGH Sonnets, Sweets & Scottish Blacksmiths LAKE DISTRICT Take a scenic drive.GRASMERE Visit Wordsworth’s beloved village. Sample the [LF] original Grasmere gingerbread.GRETNA GREEN See where a Scottish blacksmith performed weddings for eloping young couples.EDINBURGH Free time this evening. (B) 237 mi / 390 kmLOCAL FAVORITETIMELESS TRADITIONS Sweeten the day with classic gingerbread in Grasmere baked following an 1854 recipe invented by Sarah Nelson, the Victorian cook who invented the world famous cross between cake and biscuit.
Day 6: Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle
Accommodation Name: Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Meals Included: Breakfast
EDINBURGH Crown Jewels & Castle Views EDINBURGH Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the New Town, the Old Town, and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Free time this afternoon. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTTHE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Unpack your plaid! Edinburgh Military Tattoo performances included on departures July 28, August 4, 11 and 18. TOUR HIGHLIGHTMUSIC & MASTERPIECES Ascend to Castle Rock to explore Edinburgh Castle, one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland, with a 1,100-year history as "the most besieged place in Great Britain". Here, you’ll find the royal regalia and Scotland’s Crown Jewels. The Castle forms the background of the Tattoo, an extravaganza of bagpipes and drums performed en masse in August each year.
Day 7: Edinburgh,Abbotsford,Jedburgh,York,England
Location: Edinburgh, Abbotsford, Jedburgh, York
Accommodation Name: DoubleTree by Hilton York
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
EDINBURGH–ABBOTSFORD–JEDBURGH–YORK, ENGLAND Augustine’s Monks & Medieval Markets ABBOTSFORD Take a guided tour of Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotsford House.JEDBURGH Take photos of the Augustinian abbey ruins.YORK See York Minster on [LF] a guided walk through The Shambles. (B,D) 202 mi / 325 kmLOCAL FAVORITEHISTORIC SPOT While strolling the cobblestones of York’s Shambles, it’s easy to imagine the medieval butcher shops and boisterous crowds bartering for beef and bones outside the 14th-century timber-framed windows. The Shambles is one of the best-preserved medieval shopping streets in Europe, said to have been the inspiration behind Harry Potter’s Diagon Alley, and today is a vibrant gathering place with cheerful cafés and quirky boutiques brimming with the sweet aromas of chocolate, pastries, and pies.
Day 8: York,Stratford-Upon-Avon,London
Location: York, Stratford-upon-Avon, London
Accommodation Name: Park Plaza Waterloo or Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Meals Included: Breakfast
YORK–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON–LONDON Mr. & Mrs. Shakespeare STRATFORD-UPON-AVON See Anne Hathaway’s Cottage. Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace. (B) 256 mi / 411 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTA LEGEND SLEPT HERE Ah, young love! Even more true, as Shakespeare’s fiancée was eight years his senior. See Anne Hathaway's Cottage, the family home where the bard’s wife-to-be was born and courted by young Will. Built more than 500 years ago, much of the original structure remains. Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and family home in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon. Hear tales about his family life, marriage, and children with a close look at fascinating artifacts in a world-class collection assembled by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.
Day 9: London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Guided Tours
Guided tours with a Local Guide in London and Edinburgh, including visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and Edinburgh Castle.
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Sightseeing
Sightseeing in various locations including Stonehenge, Roman Baths in Bath, Ludlow, Llangollen, Grasmere, Gretna Green, Abbotsford House, Jedburgh, York Minster, and Stratford-Upon-Avon.
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Transportation
Transportation between various locations including London, Stonehenge, Bath, Ludlow, Llangollen, Liverpool, Grasmere, Gretna Green, Edinburgh, Abbotsford, Jedburgh, York, and Stratford-Upon-Avon.
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Small Group Discoveries
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.
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UNESCO Sites
Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites including City of Bath, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Stonehenge, The English Lake District, The great Spa Towns of Europe - Bath, and Westminster Palace (Westminster Abbey and Saint Margaret's Church).
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and phone calls are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
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Airfare
International and domestic airfare to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.
Meals
Full English breakfast daily; 2 three-course dinners
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds. ...more ...less
UNESCO Sites
City of Bath|Old and New Towns of Edinburgh|Stonehenge|The English Lake District|The great Spa Towns of Europe - Bath|Westminster Palace (Westminster Abbey and Saint Margaret?s Church)
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at the Park Plaza Waterloo and Park Plaza Westminster Bridge in London, Double Tree By Hilton Bath, Aloft Hotel Liverpool, Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket, and DoubleTree by Hilton York.
Mode of Transport
Transportation between various locations including London, Stonehenge, Bath, Ludlow, Llangollen, Liverpool, Grasmere, Gretna Green, Edinburgh, Abbotsford, Jedburgh, York, and Stratford-Upon-Avon.
Notes
This tour requires some uphill walking on rough terrain at Edinburgh Castle which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs. Some walking involved back to the hotel after the Edinburgh Tattoo for departures that include the Tattoo.
Headsets available on tour except for London.
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Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes transportation between various locations such as London, Stonehenge, Bath, Ludlow, Llangollen, Liverpool, Grasmere, Gretna Green, Edinburgh, Abbotsford, Jedburgh, York, and Stratford-Upon-Avon.
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Are there any guided tours included in the itinerary?
Yes, the tour includes guided tours with a Local Guide in London and Edinburgh, including visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and Edinburgh Castle.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided at the Park Plaza Waterloo and Park Plaza Westminster Bridge in London, Double Tree By Hilton Bath, Aloft Hotel Liverpool, Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket, and DoubleTree by Hilton York.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes a full English breakfast daily and 2 three-course dinners.
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What are some of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites visited on this tour?
The tour visits several UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the City of Bath, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Stonehenge, The English Lake District, The great Spa Towns of Europe - Bath, and Westminster Palace (Westminster Abbey and Saint Margaret's Church).
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Is there a small group option available for this tour?
Yes, Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.
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What is the Edinburgh Military Tattoo and is it included in the tour?
The Edinburgh Military Tattoo is an extravaganza of bagpipes and drums performed in August each year. It is included on departures July 28, August 4, 11, and 18.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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Britain Sampler
9 Days Starting and ending in London, England
Visiting: London, Houses of Parliament, London, Big Ben, London, Westminster Abbey, London, Whitehall, London, Downing Street, London, Piccadilly Circus, London, Buckingham Palace, London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, London, Stonehenge, Bath, Ludlow, Llangollen, Liverpool, Grasmere, Gretna Green, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, Abbotsford, Jedburgh, York, Stratford-upon-Avon ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
GE-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided