SHADES of the ENGLISH COUNTRYSIDE

Walking Tour of London * Stonehenge * Tin Mining History in Cornwall * Coastal Walk in Cornwall * Bovey Castle Hotel Stay * Dartmoor National Park * Country Pub Dinner * The Cotswolds

Day 1 – Overnight Flight
Days 2, 3 – Double Tree by Hilton West End, London
Days 4, 5 – Carlyon Bay Hotel, Cornwall
Days 6, 7 – Bovey Castle, Bovey
Days 8, 9 – The Queens Hotel Cheltenham, Cheltenham
(On some dates, alternate hotels may be used.)

SINGLE OCCUPANCY:  $6,449 Per Person     DOUBLE OCCUPANCY:  $5,449 Per Person

DEPOSIT REQUIRED:  $698 Per Person    REMAINING BALANCE DUE:  July 26, 2025

*** For bookings made after March 24, 2025, please call for rates. ***

PRICING INCLUDES
Transportation Between Tyler & DFW International Airport * Round Trip Airfare (In/Out DFW International) * 13 Meals (8 Breakfasts & 5 Dinners) * Professional “Collette Vacations” Tour Director * Luxurious Motor-Coach Transportation * Hotel Transfers * Admissions Per Itinerary * Sightseeing Per Itinerary * 8 Nights Hotel Accommodations * Baggage Handling @ Hotels * Complimentary Secured Parking @ American Tours

UPGRADE YOUR IN-FLIGHT EXPERIENCE w/ ELITE AIRFARE
Additional rate of: Premium Economy: $1,690 Per Person; Business Class: $4,190 Per Person
Elite Air pricing (Premium Economy, Business Class or First class) is valid until 8 months prior to departure, after which rates are subject to change and will be quoted based upon availability.

A deposit of $698 per person is due upon reservation.  Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis.  Reservations made after the deposit due date of March 17, 2025 are based upon availability.  Final payment due by June 26, 2025.  Deposits are refundable up until March 24, 2025.

IMPORTANT CONDITIONS:  Your price is guaranteed once deposit is received and booking confirmed by Collette.  Your price is not subject to increase after the deposit is received and booking confirmed, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. (See registration form for consent.)   All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change, based on air inclusive package from DFW.

Day 1: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 – Overnight Flight – England and its charming countryside await you.  Discover the genteel nature and wild landscapes of southern English towns and the vibrant energy of the capital city, London.

Day 2: Thursday, September 25, 2025 – London, England – Tour Begins – Welcome to London, England’s dynamic capital, where the medieval intertwines with the modern. In this city steeped in history, everything you’ve read and seen in films comes to life as you take in the sights and everyday facets of London life.  Tonight, join your fellow travelers for dinner at a local restaurant. (D)

Day 3: Friday, September 26, 2025 – London – Set out on a walking tour of London’s iconic sights, including Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, and the royal residence of Buckingham Palace.  History is all around as you walk along cobblestone streets and discover both old and new London with your local guide.  The rest of the day is yours to enjoy free time and explore the city independently. (B)

Day 4: Saturday, September 27, 2025 – London – Stonehenge – Cornwall – Say goodbye to London and travel to the iconic site of Stonehenge.  On this self-guided visit, follow in the footsteps of the prehistoric natives who lived here over 4,000 years ago.  Continue your journey into the countryside with a stop at a family-owned farm shop on a working organic farm in the heart of a small community.  Later, arrive in Cornwall on England’s remote southern peninsula.  Settle in for your stay at a luxury resort on the Cornish coast and join your fellow travelers for dinner tonight. (B, D)

Day 5: Sunday, September 28, 2025 – Cornwall – Joined by a local guide, discover the rugged beauty of Cornwall, the breathtaking backdrop that steals the spotlight in the BBC’s Poldark.  Uncover why so many poets, writers, and artists have found inspiration in this setting, with its miles of sandy beaches and outstanding natural beauty.  And learn how the tin mining industry, dating back to the Bronze Age, has defined the landscape and local economy.  Take time for lunch in a typical Cornish town and then breathe in the ocean air on an hour’s coastal walk with your local guide. (B)

Day 6: Monday, September 29, 2025 – Cornwall – Devon – After breakfast, join a woodland walk down to the harborside of Charlestown.  While famous for Poldark, this picturesque place has appeared in many films, including The Eagle Has Landed and Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland. Next, it’s on to Padstow, a charming fishing village, known locally for its famous chefs. After a brief orientation walk, free time is yours to enjoy lunch and explore on your own.  This afternoon, travel to your home for the next two nights: Bovey Castle, a country retreat in Devon.  Delve into the English’s love of stately homes during your stay at this neo-Elizabethan manor house, your glimpse into the lifestyle of English aristocracy.  Tonight, a local storyteller regales you with myths, legends, and folklore before dinner at this classic English estate. (B, D)

Day 7: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 – Devon – This morning, journey into the heart of Dartmoor National Park. As you travel by motor coach, learn about the mystery and legends surrounding this beautiful and wild area, and visit some of the towns and villages within it.  After free time for lunch, return to Bovey Castle. Tonight, it’s dinner out at a traditional English country pub! (B, D)

Day 8: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 – Devon – Cotswolds – Today, venture into the Cotswolds region, taking in the rolling hills and honey-colored stone homes that make this one of England’s most beautiful areas.  Arrive in Castle Combe, a quaint and picturesque Cotswolds village waiting to be explored.  The afternoon is yours to soak in the rich history and stroll the pretty streets at your own pace. Later, arrive at your Cotswolds hotel and enjoy an evening at leisure. (B)

Day 9: Thursday, October 2, 2025 – Cotswolds – This morning, visit Chavenage House, a country estate dating back to the 16th century, constructed of Cotswold stone and tiles.  A guided tour delves into the deep history of this manor house, which is also recognizable as a filming location featured in Poldark.  Next, spend some free time in a neighboring town and find a nice spot for lunch on your own.  This afternoon, discover more of the Cotswolds’ charm in beautiful Burford before enjoying a farewell dinner at a local inn with a toast to your English adventure. (B, D)

Day 10: Friday, October 3, 2025 – Cotswolds – Tour Ends – Your journey from London through the English countryside ends today. (B)

OPTIONAL “COLLETTE VACATIONS” CANCELATION WAIVER & INSURANCE AVAILABLE
This optional Travel Protection Plan is $549 per person, is not included in Tour Pricing, and is non-refundable.

“WORRY-FREE CANCELATION”: Collette Vacation’s industry-leading cancelation waiver offers travellers a full cash refund for the price of the tour, right up to the day prior to departure, minus the small cost of the waiver.  Travel worry-free knowing if anything changes, you’re protected.

“PLUS, YOU’RE COVERD ON TOUR”: Collette Vacations “Travel Protection Plan” covers you on tour.  If you have to stop your trip or return home early, need medical assistance of evacuation, suffer a baggage loss or delay, or are delayed on tour for 12 hours or more, you’re covered.

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ACTIVITY LEVEL: The overall activity level of this tour is a LEVEL 3.  This means you’re an on-the-go traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (1-2 hours) isn’t a big deal.  You can navigate hills and uneven ground, climb into various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, Zodiac, etc.), and could possibly anticipate changes in elevation.  You can expect some longer days balanced with free-time to recharge or set out on your own adventure.  While you are searching for the northern lights, you will be walking and waiting outdoors.  It is recommended that you wear sturdy non-slip snow footwear and warm clothing including thermals, hat, scarf and gloves.  Most natural sites such as waterfalls, beaches, and lava fields require walking on unpaved, uneven surfaces rendered slippery by ice and rain.  Sturdy footwear and ice crampons are required if you plan to walk in these areas or approach the waterfalls.

Book Now rates valid until Mar 24, 2025, valid on air inclusive packages only.

If you require any special assistance while on tour, please make us aware at time of reservation so the necessary request form can be sent to your attention.  Much of the terrain in Cornwall, Devon, and the Cotswold’s is hilly and uneven under foot.  Elements of the guided tours in Cornwall and Devon may involve walking uphill and over sandy and grassy areas.  Days of features are interchangeable.

Hotel check-in on your day of arrival is 3:00 p.m.  Rooms may not be available prior to that time.  Hotels in the UK usually have smaller rooms by comparison and older properties may not have elevators or air conditioning.
Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Single rate subject to change based on availability.

Coaches, which may not be lavatory equipped, may be used on this tour.  In this case, frequent stops are made during travel periods.

To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing our airfare with your tour.  If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.

For air-inclusive reservations, the name provided at time of booking must match your government-issued ID that will be used during travel.  Name changes are subject to penalties.  Air passengers will arrive into and depart from London airports.  Please be advised many airlines do not provide advance seat assignments until check-in at the airport.  Advance seating will be subject to the airline’s terms and conditions.

IDENTIFICATION:  Passports are required for this tour at your expense.  Certain countries require that your passport be valid at least 6 months beyond the dates of your travel.  You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details.  Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements.

IMPORTANT:  We recommend that travelers take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas.  It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa.  We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.

A deposit of $698 per person is due upon reservation.  Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis.  Reservations made after the deposit due date of March 17, 2025 are based upon availability.  Final payment due by June 26, 2025.  Deposits are refundable up until March 24, 2025.

DISCLAIMER:  Any information or policy reflected in the promotional material provided by Collette Vacations have priortiy over any information or policy reflected in the promotional material provided by American Tours.