london 8 days

Day 1:

Departure from the USA and arrive in London the next day

Day 2: London:

Arrive at London Heathrow and check in to hotel. An orientation tour will get you acquainted with the logistics of this dynamic city. A group dinner is included in today’s program.

Day 3: London/ City Tour:

The heart of old Westminster walking tour takes you to Westminster Abbey and surroundings. Travel up Whitehall past the heart of British government, a visit to St. James Park, arriving at Trafalgar Square. See the National Gallery with time to visit at your own pace.

Day 4: St Paul's Cathedral:

A free morning is followed by a tour to St Paul’s Cathedral. A ten minute stroll down Cheapside will bring you the Tower of London of history. Follow the Yeoman Warder guide through centuries of British history, with all the trimmings. Later, relax with a light snack before our Jack the Ripper walking tour of the East End. After the tour the group will have dinner together on the famous Brick Street.

Day 5:London/ Free Day:

This day is free. Suggestions? The Imperial War Museum will take you back to London’s struggle with war during the 20th century. For art travelers this is your day for the Tate Britain, Tate Modern and National Portrait gallery. Tonight you can choose from one of three West End shows.

Day 6: London/ Stonehenge/ Bath:

A full day travel today takes you to Salisbury Cathedral, Stonehenge, and Bath. Salisbury Cathedral is a medieval classic, including a display of the original copy of the Magna Carta. Stonehenge takes you back to Britain’s pre historic past, while Bath is a visit to Roman Britain. A group lunch is included. Return to London by early evening.

Day 7: London/ British Museum:

A complete London visit requires a trip to the treasures of the British Museum – the Rosetta Stone, Elgin Marbles, and countless other articles of Western Civilization await your inspection. Special exhibits that may be on display will be included. The nearby British library’s manuscript room makes a perfect add on to this day.

Day 8:London/ USA:

After breakfast, your trip back to the US ends this special week of travel.