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Day 1:
London - Cambridge - York -
Darlington
We meet our Tour
Manager then drive to Cambridge, described as the 'loveliest
city in England' and home of one of England's finest
universities. We walk among the colleges, including
magnificent King's College, then on to York. Exploring
inside the ancient city walls, we see the maze of narrow
medieval streets (including the quaintly-named 'Shambles')
and the 13th century Minster. England's largest Cathedral.
There's also time to browse in York's tempting shops before
we continue to our hotel for dinner. (D)
Day
2: Darlington - Jedburgh - Edinburgh
Scotland today, across the wild Northumberland moors.
Our route leads us past the romantic ruins of Jedburgh Abbey
and across the River Tweed, to reach Edinburgh, the
historic capital of Scotland. Our afternoon guided tour
shows us the best of the city of Edinburgh - the stately
Royal mile, ancient St. Giles Cathedral and 18th century New
Town. We visit the castle, dominating the city from its
rocky crag. Tonight, there may be the opportunity to enjoy a
grand Scottish night out, complete with haggis and the skirl
of the pipes. (B)
 Day 3:
Edinburgh - Gretna - Lake District -
Chester
Our
first stop is at a Scottish woollen mill, before continuing
to Gretna Green, for centuries the destination of eloping
English lovers. We witness the traditional 'anvil ceremony'
in the blacksmith's shop, then cross the border into
England. A scenic wonderland awaits us - the rugged
mountains and tranquil dales of Lake District,
inspiration to a host of English poets, before arriving in
Chester for our overnight stay. (BD)
Day 4:
Chester - Stratford - London
First, the ancient Roman city of Chester, with its quaint
'black and white' shopping arcades and enclosing walls.
Next, a stop at the world-famous Wedgwood China Factory,
then on to picturesque Stratford-upon-Avon, home of William
Shakespeare. We walk in the footsteps of the bard to visit
his birthplace. Another scenic drive this afternoon takes us
through the villages of the Cotswolds, with their thatched
cottages, the prettiest part of the English countryside.
Return to London at around 6.00 pm depending on
traffic.(B)
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