With a relaxed and happy mood and your luggage filled with unlimited hopes, please go to the airport where you live. A transoceanic flight will take you to London, the capital of the United Kingdom.
Provide three meals on your own and stay overnight on the plane.
The free pick-up time at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is 9:00-21:00. This is the time when the tour guide picks up the guests and leaves the airport. You can pick up up to two different flights for free within one order.
If your flight exceeds the free pick-up time, the paid pick-up price is: $150 one-way.
For flights arriving before 17:00, you can take a night tour of London's Chinatown; for flights arriving after 17:00, you will be picked up and sent directly to the hotel.
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Chinatown London
Chinatown is located in the SOHO district of central London. It mainly serves Chinese food. There are more than a hundred restaurants and bars on the street. Restaurants, shopping malls, pharmacies, etc. all have conspicuous Chinese characters hanging on them, full of Chinese elements. The archway standing at the intersection reads "London Chinatown" and "Guotai Minan". The more famous building in Chinatown is a Chinese classical pavilion, which is often used as a landmark building for locals to meet.
Today we will drive to Cambridge to visit the world-renowned University of Cambridge and experience the unique charm of this institution of higher learning. After lunch, we will go to the famous tourist city of York, visit the ancient city walls of York and York Minster, and taste the history and culture accumulated in the ancient town for thousands of years.
Itinerary:
London → Cambridge → University of Cambridge (90 minutes, you can take a Cambridge Cam River cruise at your own expense) → York → York Ancient City Wall (appearance, 15 minutes) → York Minster (appearance, 15 minutes)
Cambridge University Cambridge University
There are 31 colleges in the University of Cambridge, which are almost integrated into the urban area of Cambridge. Each college was built in different periods and has different architectural styles, but most of them retain the style since the Middle Ages. The porches and walls of the school buildings are still decorated with simple and solemn statues and seals, which is really a pleasure to visit. The University of Cambridge, together with the University of Oxford, University College London, Imperial College London, and the London School of Economics and Political Science, is a "G5 super elite university" and has trained scientists such as Newton, Darwin, and Hawking as well as dozens of Nobel Prize winners. Xu Zhimo and Jin Yong also studied here.
Cambridge River Cam Cruise
Cambridge, which lies on the Cam River, looks more lively and romantic. Along the Cam River, the water is shining, rows of famous colleges recede all the way, and where the boat passes, flocks of ducks surround the boat and hug each other.
York York
King George VI once proudly said, "The history of York is the history of England." Here you can see outstanding architecture perfectly integrated with two thousand years of history and prosperous commercial streets. This ancient town has become the second largest tourist city in England with its simple and elegant British temperament and rich historical tourism resources, attracting many tourists.
York City Walls York City Walls
The ancient city wall of York is one of the most intact ancient city walls in England. It was built during the early Roman rule and was later reinforced by the occupiers from Denmark.
York MinsterYork Minster
York Minster is the largest Gothic church in England and one of the most exquisite churches in design and architecture in the world. The church has the largest medieval stained glass in the world and the oldest side aisle in the world. The central hall has central axis symmetry and is the filming location of the Hogwarts hall in the movie "Harry Potter".
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, United Kingdom, and the second largest city in Scotland after Glasgow. It is located on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth on the east coast of Scotland. Edinburgh has a long history, and many historical buildings such as Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holyroodhouse, St. Giles Cathedral and other attractions are located here. Edinburgh's Old Town and New Town are both listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, and Edinburgh has become the second largest tourist city in the UK after London.
Itinerary:
York → Edinburgh → Princes Street (60 minutes, you can take a tour of Edinburgh Castle at your own expense) → Scott Memorial Tower (appearance, 15 minutes) → Glasgow
Princes Street
The total length of Princes Street is only 1.5 kilometers, but it is known as "the most scenic street in the world". This street divides Edinburgh into the old and new cities, with the new city to the north and the old city to the south. Both sides of the road are crowded with various shopping stores. For female tourists, this street is simply a "paradise street".
Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is a symbol of Edinburgh and even the spirit of Scotland. It stands on the top of an extinct volcanic rock and overlooks the city of Edinburgh. Anyone traveling to Edinburgh will not miss Edinburgh Castle, which can be seen from every corner of the city centre. Edinburgh Castle became a royal fortress in the 6th century, and has since become an important royal residence and national administrative center.
Scott Monument Scott Monument
This eye-catching black tower was built in memory of the Scottish historical writer Sir Walter Scott. The building is more than 60 meters high and is a typical Gothic building. Four small spiers guard the tower. The bottom of the tower is surrounded by arches on all sides. In the center of the tower stands a white marble statue of Scott.
Today we will drive to Gretna Green, a town where we escaped from marriage. After lunch, go to the Windermere Lake District to enjoy the beautiful lake scenery, take a cruise to admire the lake and mountains, and take a steam train to feel the atmosphere of the industrial era. Then head to Manchester.
Itinerary:
Glasgow → Gretna Green (60 minutes) → Windermere Lake District (60 minutes, you can take a Windermere Lake District cruise + steam train at your own expense) → Manchester
Gretna Green Gretna Green
The small town of Gretna Green is a town in southern Scotland famous for its escape from marriages. It is one of the most famous wedding venues in the world. More than 5,000 weddings are held here every year, one-sixth of which are Scottish weddings. It was historically Scotland's original village, connecting the route from London to Edinburgh. Gretna Green is located next to the main city of Gretna, on the border of Scotland and England.
Windermere Lake District Windermere
The Lake Windermere area is known as "the most beautiful natural scenery in England" and is a famous tourist center. The lake was formed at the end of the last ice age and is located in a north-south glacial valley that crosses the Khumbrian Mountains. The lake is long and narrow in shape, with the deepest point at the northern end. The lake is drained by the River Leven and is part of the Lake District National Park. There are yachting activities in summer. Here, you can stroll around the lake area, which the British call the "back garden", and enjoy panoramic views of the beautiful scenery along the way.
Windermere Lake Cruise + Steam Train Windermere Lake Cruise + Steam Train
Take a boat trip to the lake area, enjoy the scenery of the lakes and mountains that gave birth to great poets, and overlook the simple villas in the valley that look like a fairy tale world.
The steam train left over from Britain's last industrial period, the ancient steam train still maintains its former appearance. When the train leaves the station, it emits a huge steam mist that spreads throughout the station and disappears into the mountains across the ancient trestle.
Today we will tour the city of Manchester. As the city where Manchester United Stadium is located, if you are a football fan, you must not miss Manchester United's stadium. Then drive to Cheshire Outlet Shopping Village to enjoy shopping. Finally we will head to Birmingham.
Itinerary:
Free time in Manchester city (45 minutes, you can visit Manchester United Stadium at your own expense) → Cheshire Outlet Shopping Village (3 hours) → Birmingham
Manchester town Manchester Vermont
Manchester County is home to Diurnal Mountain, the second tallest mountain in southern Vermont, which offers panoramic views of its miles-long mountain range. "Yankee Magazine" predicts that during the first week of October, the mountains will be covered with gold and crimson, a spectacular sight. The county is also home to many ingenious craftsmen and is rich in various handicrafts. Also, don’t miss the famous North County Bookstore here.
Manchester United Stadium Emirates Old Trafford
Professional guides on the field will introduce you to the use of the stadium and interesting facts about the stars of the Manchester United team. You can also visit the superstar locker rooms and lounges, and customize the team uniforms worn by your favorite stars in the store.
Designer Outlet Cheshire Oaks
As the oldest and largest designer outlet shopping center in the UK, Cheshire Outlet has approximately 150 high-end brands, including Armani, Burberry, Fred Perry, Mulberry, Superdry, Tommy Hilfiger, etc.
In the morning we will go to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of the famous literary master Shakespeare, and immerse ourselves in the rich historical and cultural atmosphere. Then drive to Oxford, home to Oxford University, one of the oldest universities in the world. At the end of the trip we will return to London.
Itinerary:
Birmingham → Stratford-upon-Avon (60 minutes) → Oxford → Oxford University (60 minutes, you can visit Churchill Manor at your own expense) → London
Stratford Stratford
Stratford-upon-Avon is a market town in Warwickshire, England, 22 miles southeast of Birmingham. It is the largest non-metropolitan area in the Stratford-upon-Avon borough. In 2018, the population was approximately 130,000. The town is famous for being the hometown of the famous playwright William Shakespeare, and has therefore become a tourist attraction, receiving nearly 5 million tourists annually.
University of Oxford University of Oxford
Oxford University is the oldest university in the UK. There is no boundary between school gates and walls. More than 30 simple and solemn college buildings are scattered on the streets of Oxford. Cobblestone streets pass through the campus, and everything is full of literary and elegant atmosphere. More than 20 British Prime Ministers, including Mrs. Thatcher, as well as foreign leaders such as Clinton, as well as a number of well-known scholars such as the poet Shelley and the writer Green, have studied at Oxford.
Churchill Manor Blenheim Palace
Churchill Manor was built in 1705 and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill was born here in 1874. At that time, Queen Anne gave hundreds of hectares of royal hunting grounds near Oxford to John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough (an ancestor of Winston Churchill) in recognition of his illustrious victory over the French army in August 1704. Churchill Manor is the largest private residence in the UK. It is said to be more beautiful than the British Royal Palace. It took 17 years to complete. Many British people like to compare it with the Palace of Versailles, the largest palace in Europe.
Today we will visit London, the world's financial center, which together with New York and Hong Kong is called "Newland Port". We will visit Big Ben, one of London's iconic landmarks, Westminster Abbey, one of the symbols of Britain, the Prime Minister's official residence at 10 Downing Street, Buckingham Palace, where the British Royal Palace is located, and the British Museum, one of the four largest museums in the world.
Itinerary:
Big Ben (Exterior, 15 minutes) → Westminster Abbey (Exterior, 15 minutes) → Parliament Square (Exterior, 15 minutes) → No. 10 Downing Street Prime Minister’s Office (Exterior, 15 minutes) → Buckingham Palace (Exterior, 15 minutes) → British Museum (90 minutes) → Free activities in London (you can visit the following items at your own expense: Windsor Castle or Thames River Cruise, Greenwich Observatory)
Big Ben Big Ben
Big Ben is the large chiming clock on the clock tower at the north end of the British Parliament Building. It was built on the Bank of the Thames in 1858. It is nearly 100 meters high and is one of the landmark buildings in London. Almost every visitor to the UK comes here to take a group photo. The clock tower rings every fifteen minutes, emitting the classic and melodious Westminster bells.
Westminster Abbey Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey, also known as Westminster Abbey, is located on the north bank of the Thames River. It is the Anglican chapel and the place where kings of all generations are crowned and royal family members hold weddings. It is also the location of the British state burial mausoleum. In addition to members of the royal family, many celebrities including Newton and Churchill are also buried here. This majestic church is a representative of Gothic architecture, magnificent, solemn and quiet.
Parliament Square Parliament Square
Westminster's Parliament Square is adjacent to Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament. The square was built in the 1860s and contains statues of famous politicians, including Winston Churchill, Abraham Lincoln and Nelson Mandela.
Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street
No. 10 Downing Street has traditionally been the official residence of the First Chancellor of the Exchequer, but since this post has been held by the Prime Minister, it has become the official residence of the British Prime Minister. Its plainly designed black wooden door, embellished with the white Arabic numeral "10", has become a well-known symbol.
Buckingham Palace Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace was built from 1703 to 1705. It is now the place where the Queen of England works and lives in London, the administrative headquarters of the royal family, and is one of the few royal palaces still in use in the world today. Like the Houses of Parliament, Tower Bridge and the red double-decker bus, it is a symbol of London and the entire UK.
The British Museum The British Museum
The British Museum has a collection of more than 7 million cultural relics and treasures from all over the world. The number and variety of collections are rare in museums around the world. Because of the huge collection, the British Museum can display almost the entire history of civilization in the world. The museum is divided into multiple pavilions, including the Egyptian Pavilion, the Greco-Roman Pavilion, the British Pavilion, and the West Asian Pavilion. Among them, the most impressive one is the mummies from Egypt that are full of mysterious legends. Seeing the legendary mummies in person makes people feel like they have entered another incredible world.
Windsor Castle Windsor Castle
Windsor Castle is located on a hill on the south bank of the Thames River. It is a group of granite buildings that are majestic and tall. It was originally built by William I to protect the safety of ships and the royal family on the Thames River. It has been the residence of the British king since the 12th century and is still the residence of the British royal family. Due to its long history, the castle's design has evolved over time, royal preferences, and finances, with many features mixing classical and modern elements. The legendary story of Edward VIII who "did not love the country but loved the beauty" happened here, which made Windsor Castle famous far and wide. The audience hall where the Queen receives guests, the Waterloo Room, Queen Mary's Doll House, etc. in the castle allow people to get a glimpse of the royal life and be amazed at the same time.
River Thames Cruise River Thames Cruise
The Thames is the longest river in the UK and runs through the center of London. Take a leisurely sightseeing tour on a Thames River cruise and admire the classic architecture on both sides of the river.
Royal Observatory Greenwich
One of London's cultural heritage sites, it was founded in 1675 and is the "home" of Greenwich Mean Time and the world's prime meridian. The 21st century standard time was born here.
Today we will end our pleasant trip to the UK. Our company can transport guests to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or the train station. You can book a suitable flight or ticket to leave according to your needs.
Our staff will provide a drop-off or drop-off service from the hotel between 6:00-11:00 (the specific time is determined by the guest's flight or ticket time); if the guest's flight is earlier and needs to leave the hotel for the airport before 8:00, the tour guide can help the guest take a taxi.
