2027 Best of Britain - 9 Days/8 Nights

Enjoy a scenic drive through the picturesque Cotswolds, passing through quaint towns and villages nestled in distinctive rolling hills and valleys. Travel on to York, and take a walking tour around the medieval streets. See Gothic York Minster before dining at your hotel. (B, D)

Stop for lunch in one of the region’s many quaint market towns. Visit Bamburgh Castle, an imposing medieval fortress that is one of the largest inhabited castles in Britain. This magical castle is set high on a rocky plateau affording wonderful views along the coast. Continue to your hotel near Edinburgh, where you will dine with your group. (B, D)

See Princes Street, the city’s premier shopping district, and the medieval Royal Mile, overlooked by the imposing Edinburgh Castle. Tour the castle to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. Enjoy a lively Scottish evening with dinner and entertainment. (August 8 – 22 departures instead experience The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, with free time for dinner on your own prior to the event.) (B, D*)