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
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
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
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Business Center
- Pool
- Ice Machine
- Free WiFi
- Concierge desk
- ATM
- Currency Exchange
- Fitness Room
- Spa Services
- Elevator
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Internet Access
- Phone
- Alarm Clock
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Pay Movies
- Mini-bar
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Voicemail
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
- Bar/Lounge
- Fitness Room
- Laundry Available
- Beauty Salon
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- Gift Shop
- Parking/Valet
- ATM
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Concierge desk
- Pool
- Ice Machine
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Cable/Satellite
- In-Room Safe
- Alarm Clock
- Desk
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Wake-Up Calls
- Hair Dryer
- Phone
- Air Conditioning
- Pay Movies
- Smoking Rooms
- Television
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Voicemail
- Mini-bar
- Coffee Maker
- 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
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- Concierge desk
- Currency Exchange
- Hot Tub
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Gift Shop
- Laundry Available
- Elevator
- Spa Services
- Pool
- ATM
- Beauty Salon
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Pay Movies
- Desk
- Window Opens
- Mini-bar
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Room Service
- Internet Access
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Phone
Hilton Bath City
First-Class
Settle in to a warm, inviting guest room at the Hilton Bath City hotel. Spoil yourself with the stunning views of the Pulteney Bridge and rolling hills.
Location
Walcot Street, Bath, United Kingdom
Hotel Facilities
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Concierge desk
- Free WiFi
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Desk
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Pay Movies
- Smoking Rooms
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Alarm Clock
- Internet Access
- Room Service
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
- Fitness Room
- Laundry Available
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Luggage Storage
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Desk
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Alarm Clock
- Pay Movies
- Window Opens
- Coffee Maker
- Wake-Up Calls
- Phone
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Room Service
- Internet Access
