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An English Christmas (Winter 2012/2013)

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Bath at ChristmasBuckingham PalaceWinter Wonderland at Hyde ParkFestive Oxford Circus
Bath at Christmas
Buckingham Palace
Winter Wonderland at Hyde Park
Festive Oxford Circus
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Trip Itinerary

  • Day 1

    ARRIVE LONDON (6 NIGHTS)

    Welcome to London! Oxford Street, Bond Street, Knightsbridge and many of the large department stores are festively decorated. Hot chestnuts are sold in the streets and choirs sing Christmas carols in Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square. Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as you explore this fascinating city!

    Hotel: Holiday Inn Regents Park (F)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 2

    LONDON SIGHTSEEING

    See all the highlights of the city during your included morning sightseeing with an expert Local Guide including Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and the West End. Enjoy views of Buckingham Palace which is the London home and primary residence of the Queen. Spend time this afternoon discovering London on your own. You might like to see a carol concert or go to the theatre − our London Reception Centre can arrange many exciting activities for you!


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 3

    LONDON - FREE TIME

    Your day is free to do as you please. Consider a trip to Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park. Shop in Covent Garden or see the festive lights in the West End. You might like to visit one of the great museums to be found in the capital.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 4

    EXCURSION TO STRATFORD-UPON-AVON

    Stratford-upon-Avon is a quaint town dotted with half timbered houses and thatched cottages. Enjoy a scenic drive to this town made famous by William Shakespeare with information from a Local Guide. Visit the house where Shakespeare was born and raised. See Anne Hathaway's cottage. Driving south through the rolling hills and charming villages of the Cotswolds brings you back to the capital.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 5

    EXCURSION TO BATH AND STONEHENGE

    Visit the Abbey and Roman Baths in the historic city of Bath with an expert Local Guide. Browse in the charming shops and boutiques and wander through enchanting Georgian streets which are described in the novels of Jane Austen. Admire the mysterious monoliths at the ancient site of Stonehenge on Salisbury Plain.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 6

    LONDON - FREE TIME

    Spend the day as you wish. You might like to do some last-minute Christmas shopping. Perhaps take an excursion to the Tower of London to see the Crown Jewels or travel up the River Thames on a boat. This evening, consider a Christmas service in Westminster Abbey or a West End show.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 7

    DEPART LONDON

    This morning after breakfast bid a fond farewell to England and take away treasured memories of your festive English holiday.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights

  • LondonHalf day sightseeing includes Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
  • Stratford-upon-AvonVisit Shakespeare's birthplace and see Anne Hathaway's cottage.
  • BathAdmire the Georgian architecture and visit the Roman Baths.
  • StonehengeSee the ancient stone circle.

Dining

  • Buffet breakfast daily.

Travel Highlights

  • First Class hotel accommodation, which includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • Services of a Trafalgar Local Host at your London hotel.
  • Sightseeing with specialist Local Guides in London, Stratford-upon-Avon and Bath.
  • A stylish wallet and travel documents.
  • A complimentary London Airport shuttle service is available. Conditions apply.

Airport Transfers

  • For full details on transfers, please click here.
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Hotel Class Key
  • SF= Superior First Class, F = First Class, MF = Moderate First Class, ST = Superior Tourist, D = Deluxe and MD = Moderate Deluxe.
  • Hotels are subject to change.
Notes
  • * For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
  • ^Twin-share option not available for trips to South America., Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey.

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