England, Scotland and Wales (Highlights of)

Duration: 9 Days | Meals Included: 7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners

 

Starr has partnered with Premier World Discovery, a professional tour operator handling escorted tour arrangements. With 25 years of experience, PWD's goal is to provide travelers with an unforgettable experience featuring sightseeing, history, culture, and fun!

 

Trip Highlights:

 

Edinburg City Tour

Enjoy an Edinburgh City Tour and see the Palace of Holyrood House, Princess Street and the Royal Mile. You will also visit the famous Edinburgh Castle.

 

London City Tour

Enjoy a London City Tour to see famous landmarks such as Kensington Palace, the Tower of London, Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament & Big Ben beside the River Thames. Also see Westminster Abbey and the Changing of the Guard* at Buckingham Palace.

 

Buckingham Palace Changing of the Guard*

The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace is a free 45-minute ceremony, where the King's Guard is replaced. It involves a military parade from Wellington Barracks to the Palace, featuring music and, often, large crowds. *The Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace is not held every day. If it is not available, a stop will be made at the Palace.

 

Edinburgh Castle

Home of the Scottish Crown Jewels. Edinburgh’s Castle rock has been a stronghold for over 3000 years. In its dominating position overlooking the capital city, the grandeur and historical significance of the Edinburgh Castle has made it a globally famous icon of Scotland, and is also part of the Old & New Towns of Edinburgh.

 

Cardiff City Tour with Cardiff Castle

Enjoy a Cardiff City Tour to see the National Museum and Gallery, Millennium Stadium & Cardiff Bay. Visit Cardiff Castle, whose construction is the combination of Roman fort, classic Norman fortress “Motte and Bailey“ and Gothic-Victorian restoration

 

Scotch Whiskey Experience & Tasting

The Scotch Whiskey Experience, located on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile this interactive and fun filled tour ends with a sampling of the national drink.

 

York Tour & York Minister

Meet a local guide for a York Tour. Enjoy a stroll through the medieval city and the famous Shambles, a quaint, narrow street that appears today almost as it did during the Middle Ages. Visit the magnificent 13th century York Minster, one of the finest medieval cathedrals in all of Europe.

 

Stratford-Upon-Avon

A picturesque medieval market town is world-renowned as the birthplace and burial place of William Shakespeare. Situated on the River Avon, this historic town draws millions of visitors to explore Tudor-era homes, the Royal Shakespeare Company theatres, and charming streets.

 

Shakespeare's Birthplace

Possibly the most famous and most visited literary landmark in Britain. William Shakespeare’s childhood home, located in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon. Discover more about a young William’s family life as you travel through the rooms once lived in and loved by the Shakespeare’s.

 

Anne Hathaway's Cottage

The family home of Anne Hathaway, William Shakespeare’s wife-to-be. It is here that Anne was born and raised and where the young Shakespeare would have visited her during the early part of their relationship. Built more than 500 years ago and extended over the years, much of the original survives. See original furniture including the Hathaway bed and uncover five centuries of stories of the family who lived here for 13 generations. Wander through acres of beautiful cottage gardens and orchards, and explore the sculpture trail inspired by Shakespeare’s plays.

 

Stonehenge

The best known and most studied megalithic structure in the world, yet its original purpose remains unclear.

 

Bristol

Bristol sits at the mouth of the Avon River & the city center docks have been regenerated as a center of heritage and culture.

 

Bath

A stunning UNESCO World Heritage city renowned for its Roman-built baths, Georgian architecture, and natural hot springs. As a premier cultural destination, it features iconic sites like the Royal Crescent and Bath Abbey, offering a walkable, picturesque experience often associated with Jane Austen

 

Roman Baths Museum

Travel to Bath to visit the Roman Baths Museum to see the elaborate spas fed by the only naturally occurring hot springs in the United Kingdom.

 

 

Need to Know:

• This tour is active, requiring participants to be in good physical shape and good health to fully enjoy the experiences. This trip is not appropriate for those requiring a walker, wheelchair, scooter, or need walking assistance. Sightseeing locations and activities may require longer periods of walking, standing or sitting. Some locations may involve climbing stairs, have uneven or unpaved ground, have cobblestone streets, or located at higher altitudes. You may need to manage your own luggage if luggage handling is not available. Premier World Discovery/Starr is not responsible for any missed activities due to a participant's inability to participate with the group.

• Adapters and Converters in Europe: Please remember to bring a European adapter for your electronic devices. In Europe, the standard voltage is 230 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz, with power plugs and sockets of type C, E, and F. Since the plug shape used in Europe is different from most other regions, your standard plugs won’t fit directly into European wall sockets, so you’ll need a special adapter to bridge the gap.

• Includes deluxe round-trip motorcoach transportation from one or more of our departure locations to the airport.

• Services of a Tour Director will begin upon arrival in Rome.

• Price includes round-trip airfare between Philadelphia/Newark Airport and Edinburgh & London.

• Transfers in Edinburgh & London (between airport and hotel) are included.

• Baggage handling at hotels is included.

• Baggage handling at airports is not included.

 

Proof of Citizenship Requirement: PASSPORT

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the period of your stay.

 

Important Update: New United Kingdom Visa Requirement effective January 8, 2025*

Click here to complete the online application. You will need: valid passport, an email address, and a credit/debit card.

 

Tour: May 12, 2027

Deposit/Payment: Deposit is $625.00 per person Final payment is due by 1/22/2027

Cancellation Penalties: If cancellation occurs from booking date to 11/13/2026, a $25.00* per person penalty will be assessed. If cancellation occurs between 11/14/2026 and 1/22/2027, a $625.00 per person penalty will be assessed. If cancellation occurs between 1/23/2027 and 2/9/2027, a $2,300.00* per person penalty will be assessed. If cancellation occurs between 2/10/2027 and 5/12/2027, the passenger is in full penalty and no refund will be granted.

*In addition to the cancellation policies listed above, if additional payments have been made to Starr for the purpose of securing your airline reservation, these monies are non-refundable once received. Any name changes after final payment is made will be assessed a per person change fee. The amount of the fee will be determined by the airline.

 

Flight Schedule:

Departure: May 12, 2027

TBD *Flights are subject to change

Return: May 20, 2027

TBD *Flights are subject to change

 

Important Flight Information:

• Each traveler is permitted one piece of checked baggage.

• Airfare is purchased as a group. While we are happy to pass along any seating requests made at the time of booking, seat assignments are controlled by the airline and cannot be guaranteed. Your final seat assignments will be included with your trip documents, which are sent approximately two weeks prior to departure.

 

Travel Insurance:

Travel Insurance provides protection for your travel investment and it should always be considered. We recommend The National Tour Association's (NTA) Travel Protection Plan administered by Aon Affinity. You can purchase the enhanced plan within 14 days of deposit to cover preexisting conditions or 'cancel for any reason' coverage.

• For more information, click here.

• For frequently asked questions, click here.

• To purchase: Call 800-388-1470 or click here.

• Starr's Tour Operator location # for Aon is 306035. 

 

Gratuities:

Gratuities to individuals noted below are not included in the price of your tour package. Customary recognized guidelines are as follows:

• Motorcoach Driver: $4-$6 per tour guest, per day

• Tour Director: $4-$6 per tour guest, per day

 

Accessibility:

• The Americans with Disabilities Act is only applicable within the United States and facilities for disabled individuals are limited outside its borders. Most transportation services, including the touring motorcoaches and cruise ships, are not equipped with wheelchair ramps. Motorized scooters are not suitable on international tours.

• Starr has a select quantity of wheelchair accessible motorcoaches available; therefore, we suggest you contact a Travel Advisor to discuss any needs you may have before reserving your trip.

Day 1: 

Overnight transatlantic flight

 

Days 2 - 3:

2 Nights - Mercure Haymarket Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott, Mount Royal Hotel or similar (Edinburgh)

 

Day 4:

1 Night - Hilton York Hotel or DoubleTree by Hilton, Radisson Hotel or similar (York)

 

Days 5 - 6:

2 Nights - Leonardo Hotel or DoubleTree by Hilton, Clayton Hotel or similar (Bristol)

 

Days 7 - 9:

2 Nights - Holiday Inn Kensington High Street, Mercure London or similar (London)

 

Note: Hotels are subject to change and are assigned approximately 30 days prior to departure.

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