Overview
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Throughout this tour of Southern England, you will be accompanied and guided by local experts who will bring these destinations to life with first-hand, in-depth knowledge of southern England’s history, treasures, and secrets. Plus, to give you authentic experiences, Globus has included special treats, such as tea and pastries in the Refectory restaurant in Salisbury.
From the vibrant city of London to the relaxing, unspoiled Isle of Wight, this Southern England tour is a vacation of a lifetime!
Highlights
Walking tour
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON LF visit Shakespeare’s schoolroom; welcome dinner
TETBURY Visit the picturesque Cotswolds town
BATH Visit this elegant Georgian city
LYMINGTON–YARMOUTH Ferry crossing
ISLE OF WIGHT Visit Osborne House
EAST COWES–SOUTHAMPTON Ferry crossing
SALISBURY Visit the cathedral; LF enjoy tea and pastries in the Refectory restaurant
STONEHENGE Visit the prehistoric monument
2020 Tour itinerary
Total meals included:
- 5 breakfasts, 2 dinners
ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
Day1
Welcome to London! Uniformed Globus Hosts are available to help you make the most of your stay.
LONDON–OXFORD–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON.
Day2
Meet your Tour Director and traveling companions, and depart at 8 am for a lovely day of sightseeing. Drive through Runnymede, site of the sealing of the Magna Carta in 1215, and enjoy a walking tour through Oxford to see the colleges where Britain’s elite receives its outstanding education. Then, discover the beautiful hometown and final resting place of Stratford’s most famous son, William Shakespeare. Your Tour Director will take you to LF SHAKESPEARE’S SCHOOLROOM, where William was educated and inspired to become one of the world’s greatest playwrights. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Today’s Distance: 120 mi / 192 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON–COTSWOLD–BATH.
Day3
A particularly scenic day. Enjoy a lovely, relaxed sightseeing morning through the Cotswolds’ idyllic rolling hills and discover its charming villages. Stop in Tetbury, a historic wool town and architectural gem, before continuing on to elegant Bath, famous for the Roman excavations and its stunning Georgian buildings. You will have time to discover the town on your own and soak up the vibrant atmosphere. Later, consider an optional excursion to the picturesque, 13th-century village of Castle Combe.
Today’s Distance: 83 mi / 133 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BATH–ISLE OF WIGHT–SOUTHAMPTON
Day4
Take a short FERRY ride and discover the Isle of Wight, situated off England’s south coast, with unspoiled and spectacular scenery and a rich historical heritage. OSBORNE HOUSE, Queen Victoria’s palatial holiday home, invites you to visit Victoria and Albert’s private apartments, their bathing beach, and children’s play-cottage for an intimate glimpse of royal family life. Then stroll through the garden terraces where the fabulous views across the Solent reminded Prince Albert of the Bay of Naples. Return by FERRY to the mainland for overnight in Southampton.
Today’s Distance: 97 mi / 156 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
SOUTHAMPTON–SALISBURY–STONEHENGE–LONDON
Day5
Today, visit the splendid Salisbury CATHEDRAL, the ultimate in Early English Gothic architecture and home to the best-preserved of the four original manuscripts of the Magna Carta. Enjoy LF TEA and PASTRIES in the Refectory restaurant. Then, try to unravel the mystery of prehistoric STONEHENGE. First, 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. Return to London around 3:30 pm. How about celebrating your vacation by taking in one of the great West End shows?
Today’s Distance: 120 mi / 192 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
LONDON.
Day6
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
- Your sightseeing may be moved to an alternate day due to events in the city.
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Superior First-Class
Situated opposite Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Park Plaza Westminster Bridge places guests at the heart of central London. Dining option include Brasserie Joël, Ichi Sushi & Sashimi, 1WB Lounge & Patisserie, and Primo Bar. The hotel also boasts a fitness center with a 15-meter pool and Mandara Spa. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guest throughout the hotel.
Location
200 Westminster Bridge, London, United Kingdom
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Currency Exchange
- Fitness Room
- Concierge desk
- Pool
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- ATM
- Elevator
- Spa Services
- Free WiFi
- Ice Machine
- Laundry Available
Room Facilities
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
- Voicemail
- Air Conditioning
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Desk
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Alarm Clock
- Mini-bar
- Television
- In-Room Safe
- Phone
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Internet Access
- Room Service
- Pay Movies
- Hair Dryer
Hilton London Metropole
Superior First-Class
This contemporary, centrally located 1,054-room hotel is just a few minutes' stroll away from the West End and Oxford Street, London's major shopping area. Hyde Park and Regent Park are nearby, as are art galleries, museums and theaters. Dine on international cuisine at Fiamma Restaurant, savor Asian Fusion favorites and views of London at Minako at the Met on the 23rd floor, or enjoy exciting sports events in the Sports Bar. Discover the latest additions to the hotel, the contemporary EDG Bar & Lounge and the Whisky Lounge, serving an impressive range of whiskies. The hotel also boasts a LivingWell Health Club, a 12.5 meter heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room and the beauty salon.
Location
225 Edgware Road, London, United Kingdom
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Pool
- Ice Machine
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- ATM
- Concierge desk
- Gift Shop
- Beauty Salon
- Luggage Storage
- Fitness Room
- Laundry Available
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Alarm Clock
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Cable/Satellite
- Mini-bar
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Voicemail
- Wake-Up Calls
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Pay Movies
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Desk
- Phone
- Room Service
- Smoking Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Internet Access
Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon
Superior First-Class
Set in 5 acres of landscaped gardens alongside the banks of the River Avon, the hotel is ideal for both business or leisure guest.
Location
Bridgefoot, Stratford-Upon-Avon, United Kingdom
Hotel Facilities
- Parking/Valet
- Hot Tub
- Bar/Lounge
- Spa Services
- Laundry Available
- Elevator
- Currency Exchange
- Pool
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Beauty Salon
- Fitness Room
- Concierge desk
- Business Center
- ATM
Room Facilities
- Television
- Phone
- Desk
- Window Opens
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Coffee Maker
- Room Service
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Pay Movies
- Internet Access
- Mini-bar
- Hair Dryer
Double Tree By Hilton Bath
Superior First-Class
Settle into a warm, inviting guestroom at the DoubleTree by Hilton Bath hotel. Spoil yourself with the stunning views of the Pulteney Bridge and rolling hills.
Location
Walcot Street, Bath, United Kingdom
Hotel Facilities
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
- Business Center
- Currency Exchange
- Free WiFi
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Coffee Maker
- Phone
- Desk
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Room Service
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
Hilton Southampton
Superior First-Class
Set on a hill, the DoubleTree Southampton is located over five floors and features modern decor throughout. Nestled among a woodland backdrop the situation provides wonderful views. All 135 welcoming guest rooms feature a 32-inch LCD TV, Wi-Fi access as well as other modern amenities. Enjoy contemporary cuisine served in elegant surroundings of the Bracken Place restaurant while you take in the garden view, or unwind in comfortable sofas in the cosy bar. There is also a 24-hour fitness center available.
Location
Bracken Place, Chilworth, Southampton, United Kingdom
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Luggage Storage
- Laundry Available
- Restaurant On-Site
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Fitness Room
Room Facilities
- Climate Control
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Window Opens
- Wake-Up Calls
- Internet Access
- Coffee Maker
- Pay Movies
- Hair Dryer
- Phone
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Room Service
- In-Room Safe
