Explore England's incredible history, gorgeous landscapes, and culture with our 9-day itineraries to make it a memorable trip. If you'd like to visit busy London and the charming English countryside, consider an itinerary like this London and Cornwall adventure, where you'll see ancient castles, enjoy scenic coastal walks, and indulge in Cornish cuisine. For those after a quiet escape to charming villages and beautiful lakes, something similar to this English countryside retreat will give you the chance to explore the Lake District, Cotswolds, and Cornwall's famed wineries. If you're after an active adventure, opt for an itinerary like this South Cornwall Coast hike, where you'll journey through traditional fishing villages, along dramatic coastlines, and across hidden beaches.
England's most beautiful attribute might just be its famous countryside. It exists everywhere outside the cities: great expanses of rolling green hills, many of them home to grazing sheep dotting the horizon like fluffy white cotton balls. On this 9-day itinerary, you'll visit some of the old towns, palaces, and fishing villages found in this bucolic paradise, making for one unforgettable British vacation.
There's nothing like attending a live soccer match in one of the UK's hallowed stadiums. The atmosphere is electric as the passionate crowds make every game an unforgettable experience. This English Premier League (EPL) soccer vacation puts you right in the action in two of the UK's top sporting cities, and as a kicker, we'll even throw in a stadium tour.
On this British adventure, you'll experience two distinct and wildly different parts of England. Start with a visit to cosmopolitan London, a great global metropolis and a true model of diversity. Then, you're off to the rugged coast and rural beauty of Cornwall, in the southwest region, which is regarded as one of the most scenic counties in England.
Explore northeast England's diverse history and culture as you travel from medieval towns to remote coastal trails. Visit industrial Newcastle, discover Roman history along Hadrian's Wall and see medieval Tynemouth Castle. Continue your trip to see the impressive Durham Cathedral, 16th-century Lindisfarne, and the wild seascape of the Farne Islands.
Discover quintessential England's rolling hills of this patchwork countryside and its historic houses, enchanting gardens, and rich traditions. This nine-day itinerary through the middle of England takes you to the iconic university city of Cambridge, through majestic Fenlands, and allows you to linger like a local in tiny counties and quaint country pubs. Fall in love with the fairytale-worthy limestone villages and thatched-roof inns of the Cotswolds and watch Shakespeare come to life in Stratford-upon-Avon, the bard's birthplace. Complete your journey in the charming Chilterns, exploring the historic and intriguing Buckinghamshire and Thames river valley.
Lace-up your walking shoes and hike one of the most spectacular sections of the UK’s long-distance South West Coast Path on this adventurous 9-day self-guided itinerary. Starting on Cornwall’s south coast, you’ll trek east between the historic maritime centers of Falmouth and Plymouth, through a landscape of picturesque fishing villages, beautiful estuaries, and sandy beaches. Pass gorse-covered granite headlands, cut through wooded valleys, and skirt rocky coves. In between, discover bustling harbors and sleepy hamlets such as St Mawes with its Tudor castle, charming, unspoiled Portloe, and the elegant Georgian port of Charlestown.
On this unique multi-city “Shakespeare in Love” tour, you will explore the towns and cities that shaped William Shakespeare's career, including London, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the romantic Cotswolds. Tour the English countryside and cities he called home and gain insight into the Bard's 16th-century world. You will tour the Globe Theatre, explore Shakespeare's hometown, as well as visit movie locations for the film based on the young playwright.
Get a glimpse of England's famous cities, historic villages, and unspoiled countryside with this nine-day, north-to-south tour. Begin in London, the epicenter of all things British, then journey up to Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare's hometown. After a day of sightseeing around the storybook villages and country lanes of the Cotswolds, continue to Liverpool (home to those other British icons, the Beatles) before finishing up with outdoor activities in the painterly landscapes of the Lake District.
