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DAY 1: LONDON ARRIVAL
Arrive at your hotel in London independently. From 3:00 pm: Check into your 4-star hotel, The Thistle Marble Arch, centrally located near Oxford and Regent Streets. Guests arriving early can store their bags at the hotel concierge.
Your experience includes a 48-hour hop-on hop-off London bus tour, giving you the flexibility to explore the capital on your terms.
Buses run every 10-15 minutes, with the closest stop to your hotel being Marble Arch, next to Speaker's Corner (Stop No. 4 and TFL Bus Stop L).
Big Bus Tours offers two routes: the concise and central 'Red Route' and the more comprehensive 'Blue Route'.
Your 48-hour ticket can be used from the time of exchange until the end of service on the second day.
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DAY 2: LONDON SIGHTSEEING
Following a delicious breakfast, enjoy another day exploring London aboard your hop-on hop-off bus. Start your day at Big Bus Tours Stop 4 at Marble Arch (Speakers Corner - TfL Stop L).
Your 48-hour ticket includes a relaxing River Thames cruise between Westminster Pier and Tower Pier. You can choose your preferred route on the day.
- Your hop-on hop-off bus features high-quality recorded commentary with fascinating insights about the city. Additionally, you can join four free walking tours between Days 1 and 2, including (walking tours are subject to change based on availability):
1. The Royal Walk
2. Hidden Gems of the City of London
3. Hidden Gems of Westminster
4. Jack the Ripper
Evening at leisure: continue exploring the city's sights or return to your hotel to relax. Meals: B
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DAY 3: LONDON, STONEHENGE, SALISBURY & BATH
In the early morning, Meet your Tour Director in the lobby of the Thistle London Marble Arch Hotel, Bryanston Street, London W1H 7EH. The nearest underground station is the ‘Marble Arch’. Your tour will depart promptly from the hotel.
Our first stop is Stonehenge, a must-see symbol of Britain and one of the world’s true wonders. Enjoy a visit to the monument and explore the world-class visitor center, which features historic artifacts that provide insight into their ancient past. You’ll have time to visit the gift shop with its unique items or grab a coffee in the on-site café.
Nearby is the medieval city of Salisbury, home to the stunning Salisbury Cathedral with its incredible 123-meter spire, the tallest in the country. On arrival, you’ll be impressed by the sheer size and beauty of the Cathedral. Participate in a live guided walking tour of the town, followed by free time for lunch.
In the late afternoon, we head to the picturesque city of Bath, where you’ll stay for the next two nights. Bath is known for its highlights, including the Pulteney Bridge over the River Avon and the Royal Crescent.
Check into your 4-star hotel located in the heart of the city and enjoy your evening at leisure.
Accommodation at Hampton by Hilton Bath City, Bath, or similar
DAY 4: BATH SIGHTSEEING
After a delicious breakfast, take a leisurely stroll with your guide to visit the Roman Baths before the crowds. Walk in the footsteps of the Romans and explore one of the finest spas of the ancient world. Descend to the site of the Sacred Spring, where naturally hot water of up to 46 degrees Celsius has risen for over 2,000 years. Don’t miss the gilt bronze head of the Goddess Minerva, one of the most significant finds of Roman Britain.
Following your visit to the Roman Baths, enjoy a live guided walking tour of Bath with your guide. The tour includes highlights such as the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge, the Holburne Museum, Sydney Gardens, and more.
The rest of your day is free for you to enjoy at your own pace in this beautiful city. Meals: B
Accommodation at Hampton by Hilton Bath City, Bath, or similar
DAY 5: BATH, LACOCK, WINDSOR & LONDON
Begin your final day with a short drive to Lacock village, known for its picturesque charm and appearances in various TV and film productions. Enjoy a walking tour with your guide, featuring highlights such as the 14th-century Tithe Barn and the 18th-century village lock-up, which was once used to detain local drunks and those awaiting trial.
Arrive in Royal Windsor and enjoy a free afternoon for lunch. Explore the quaint cobbled streets and choose from a variety of cafes and restaurants offering everything from cream teas to hot lunches.
Reconvene at the statue of Queen Victoria for the highlight of the day: a visit to the majestic Windsor Castle. As the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, Windsor Castle has been home to 40 Monarchs. Marvel at the Gold State Coach, view an original Van Dyck painting, explore Queen Mary’s Doll's House, and more. Don't miss St. George’s Chapel, a medieval marvel and the setting for many Royal weddings, as well as the final resting place for several Kings and Queens, including Henry VIII, Charles I, and Queen Elizabeth II.
Meet back at the statue of Queen Victoria for departure from Windsor.
Arrive back in London at the Thistle Marble Arch Hotel. We bid you a fond farewell and hope you’ll return to us on your next trip to the UK. Meals: B
DAY 6: LONDON DEPARTURE
Your tour concludes after a delicious breakfast and check-out (11 am) at the Thistle London Marble Arch Hotel. We bid you a fond farewell and hope you will return to us on your next trip to the UK. Meals: B