Country Roads of Wales, Devon & Cornwall (Classic, 11 Days)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the heart of England, Wales, and Cornwall. This multi-day tour is a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, taking you from the bustling city of London to the serene landscapes of the Cotswolds, the historic city of Bath, and the coastal towns of Devon and Cornwall. Discover the charm of Oxford, the grandeur of Cardiff, the mystery of Stonehenge, and the literary heritage of Bath. Explore the stunning Brecon Beacons, the picturesque Exmoor National Park, and the unique Jurassic Coast. Enjoy traditional British cuisine, stay in luxury accommodations, and immerse yourself in the local culture. This tour is designed to provide a comprehensive and engaging experience of the UK's most enchanting regions.
Included
3 Dinner with Wine (DW)
10 Breakfast (B)
1 Lunch (L)
1 Dinner (D)
Bath: After a day exploring the Roman town of Bath, indulge in a traditional roast dinner.
Puddletown: Experience Devonshire tea with a delicious selection of scones, sandwiches and tea at Athelhampton House and Gardens.
Dorchester: Toast to your travels at a delicious dinner at your hotel.
Brecon Beacons: Indulge on a hearty Farm-to-Table pub lunch, where a delicious seasonal menu with local ingredients will be available. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
Choose between two carefully selected activities
Brecon Beacons: Visit a local kitchen garden for a peek into the freshest seasonal aromatics from the Brecon Beacons.
Brecon Beacons: Explore the stunning flora of the Brecon Beacons, forage for edible and medicinal plants with a Local Expert.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
Puddletown: Visit the Manor House of Athelhampton and join an Estate Manager Owen on a guided tour to discover the beautiful Tudor architecture and Elizabethan style gardens.
Bath: Visit the incredibly well-preserved Roman Baths. Discover 2,000 years of history and learn how this hub of culture is pioneering new educational investments to benefit the community. Its school educational programme actively supports local schools and students to learn about the cultural heritage of the region. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education.
Oxford: See the spires and colleges of this world-famous university town.
Cotswolds: This breathtaking area is about as quintessentially British as it gets. Honey-coloured stone houses line the winding streets of the area’s most beautiful towns and villages, while rapeseed fields decorate this colourful part of the UK in splashes of gold. See the pretty market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, before heading to the historic city of Bath, with its Roman and Georgian architecture.
Bath: During an orientation you will see the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and Bath Abbey.
Glastonbury: Visit the historic Glastonbury Abbey. Founded in the 7th century, its ruins are now registered as a Grade I listed building.
Looe: Journey to this quaint coastal town. A holiday hotspot in the Victorian era, explore its stores and winding streets at leisure.
Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring megaliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
Cardiff: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the castle and Principality Stadium.
Plymouth: During an orientation tour with your Travel Director, see Plymouth Hoe and the Citadel before continuing to the Barbican and Mayflower Steps. Afterward, explore a quaint Cornish fishing village.
Stay at highly rated hotels in desirable locations offering superb service, superior rooms with comfy beds to rest in.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Destinations
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Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: London - Oxford - Cotswolds - Stow-on-the-Wold - Bath
- London
- Oxford
- Bath - Arrival day
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- Goodrich Castle
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Begin your journey in London, from where you'll travel along the picturesque Great West Way to the scholarly city of Oxford. Continue to the quintessentially British Cotswolds, where you'll visit the charming town of Stow-on-the-Wold. End your day in the historic city of Bath, known for its Roman and Georgian architecture. Enjoy a traditional Sunday roast for dinner at the luxury Apex Hotel (or similar).
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Bath
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Spend the day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath. Visit the well-preserved Roman Baths, a hub of culture and education. You'll also have free time to learn more about the life of renowned author Jane Austen, who made Bath her home.
Day 3 – Day 3: Bath - Brecon Beacons - Cardiff
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- Cardiff
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Leave Bath and head to Cardiff, the capital of Wales. En route, visit the stunning Brecon Beacons mountain range, a paradise for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Choose between a foraging walk in the national park or a visit to a local kitchen garden. Enjoy a Farm-to-Table pub lunch before arriving in Cardiff, the cultural hub of Wales.
Day 4 – Day 4: Exploring Cardiff
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- Millennium Stadium
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Enjoy a relaxed morning in Cardiff. Join your Travel Director for an orientation of this vibrant city, where you'll see the Principality Stadium, home of Welsh Rugby, and Cardiff Castle. Spend the rest of your day at leisure, exploring the city at your own pace.
Day 5 – Day 5: Cardiff - Glastonbury Abbey - Plymouth
- Cardiff
- Glastonbury
- Plymouth
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- Muchelney Abbey
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Leave Cardiff and head to the historic ruins of Glastonbury Abbey, an 8th-century monastery steeped in legend. Continue to the port city of Plymouth in Devon, known for its cobbled streets, gin distilleries, and the Mayflower that transported the first English Puritans to the New World.
Day 6 – Day 6: Plymouth - Looe - St. Ives - Penzance
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Journey to the quaint coastal town of Looe, a popular Victorian holiday spot. Continue to St. Ives, a charming town known for its art galleries, surf shops, and fashion boutiques. End your day in Penzance, a city made famous by the comic opera 'The Pirates of Penzance.'
Day 7 – Day 7: Penzance - Tintagel - Port Isaac - Padstow - Barnstaple
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Begin your day in Tintagel, a village steeped in the legend of King Arthur. Travel to Port Isaac, a picturesque fishing village and popular filming location. Enjoy lunch in Padstow, where you can try traditional fish and chips. Return to Barnstaple for the night.
Day 8 – Day 8: Barnstaple - Lynmouth - Exmoor National Park - Bovey Castle
Day 8: Barnstaple - Lynmouth - Exmoor National Park - Bovey Castle
Stop in the town of Lynmouth before journeying to Somerset's Exmoor National Park, a unique landscape of moorland, woodland, and dramatic coastline. Enjoy lunch at your leisure in Exmoor. End your day at Bovey Castle, a five-star accommodation nestled in the rolling valleys of Dartmoor National Park. Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Day 9 – Day 9: Exploring Athelhampton
Day 9: Exploring Athelhampton
Visit Athelhampton, a 500-year-old Tudor Manor House in the heart of Dorset. Join the Estate Manager for a walk through one of the world's greatest estates and explore the tranquil Elizabethan gardens. Delight in a quintessential Devonshire high tea with freshly baked scones and sandwiches.
Day 10 – Day 10: Bovey Castle - Jurassic Coast - Lulworth Cove - Weymouth
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Visit England's only natural World Heritage Site, the Jurassic Coast, and enjoy a stroll at Lulworth Cove. Travel to the seaside town of Weymouth and enjoy time at leisure to explore the town. In the evening, join your fellow travellers for a dinner of delicious local cuisine and wine.
Day 11 – Day 11: Weymouth - Stonehenge - Salisbury - London
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- Salisbury
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- Southampton City Art Gallery
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Journey to the iconic Stonehenge to appreciate the history and mystery of this prehistoric monument. Continue to Salisbury and visit the 13th-century cathedral, home to the world's best-preserved original copy of the Magna Carta. Your tour through Wales, Devon, and Cornwall concludes as you arrive at your London hotel.
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