Private tour Europe (ENG004) England Tour (8 Days 7 Nights)

On your first day, we will pick you up from Heathrow Airport and take you into central London. We will visit many iconic landmarks that define a visit to London, including Big Ben, situated on the banks of the River Thames, and take photos with the Palace of Westminster located in the same area. Big Ben began ticking in 1859 and has kept accurate time ever since, becoming a national symbol of England that travelers never miss when visiting London. We will also visit Westminster Abbey, the Statue of Winston Churchill, and 10 Downing Street. Nearby, you will have the chance to take photos with the London Eye, and we will take you on a ride on the London Eye—the tallest observation wheel in Europe at 135 meters high—to enjoy panoramic views over the city.

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Visit Buckingham Palace and wait to watch the changing of the guard at 11.30, an event that draws large crowds, so it is best to arrive early to secure a good viewing spot. Nearby the palace are 2 parks, Green Park and St.Jame's Park; after watching the Changing of the Guard, you can take a walk through the parks.

Explore the Tower of London, which is London's original palace, though no British royal family members reside there today, and it is open as a museum displaying national treasures. Highlights include the crowns and precious gems, especially The Crown Jewels and the world's largest diamonds, Cullinan I and II.

Take photos with Tower Bridge, another major landmark of London. View the Millennium Bridge, which opened in 2000 to celebrate the new millennium as a pedestrian-only bridge. At the end of this bridge stands St. Paul's Cathedral, London's largest and most famous church, holding royal cathedral status in the ecclesiastical hierarchy as the seat of the Bishop of London.

Stroll through the Portobello Road Market in Notting Hill, a vintage flea market famous from the classic hit movie. The market is lined with a diverse variety of shops along Portobello Road, featuring antiques, collectibles, second-hand clothing, fresh fruits, vegetables, and street food. The charm of the market and this neighborhood lies in its colorful architecture and quaint shops offering an array of unique items, as well as the lively atmosphere of bustling visitors.

If time permits, we will take you to Oxford Street, London's premier shopping haven packed with department stores and shops along the entire boulevard. Close to Oxford Street is Hyde Park, London's large and renowned royal park.

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We will take you to London's iconic public square, Trafalgar Square. The monument commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar, in which the British Royal Navy defeated Napoleon's French fleet off Cape Trafalgar in Spain. Today, it serves as a central meeting point for Londoners. Behind the square stands the National Gallery, Britain's national art museum housing world-class masterpieces.

Next, visit the British Museum, Britain's premier museum chronicling the height of the British Empire. Highlights inside the museum include an extensive collection of mummies and artifacts from Ancient Egypt, the famous Rosetta Stone, as well as antiquities from around the globe spanning Greek, Roman, Middle Eastern, Asian, European, and African civilizations. If time is limited, we recommend focusing on the Egyptian galleries.

Visit Harrods department store, well known among Thai people, celebrated for its classic, beautiful, and opulent decor, offering a wide variety of goods to choose from. Explore Chinatown in Soho, a short pedestrian street packed with Chinese restaurants and Chinese shops.

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Today, we travel to visit Stonehenge, one of the world's greatest and most famous archaeological mysteries, located 142 kilometers away (approx. 1 hour and 45 minutes drive).

From there, we continue to the city of Bath, located 54 kilometers away. Bath is a charming small city in southwest England. Visit the Roman Baths, built by the Romans 2,000 years ago, featuring natural hot thermal springs, an interconnected water system, and surrounding historic temples and structures—all beautifully preserved with walkways and an engaging museum.

Next, visit nearby Bath Abbey (Abbey Church of St Peter and St Paul), the city's principal church. See Pulteney Bridge crossing the River Avon, the city's main river, lined on both sides with shops reminiscent of the Ponte Vecchio in Italy.

Admire The Circus, a circular arrangement of historic townhouses with large trees in the center, appearing as continuous rings when viewed from above. We will also see the Royal Crescent, an impressive crescent-shaped terrace similar to The Circus, primarily housing private residences and a hotel. Enjoy a meal at Sally Lunn’s, the city's famous historic eatery.

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Today, we head to Oxford, one of England's most prestigious university towns, located 138 kilometers away (approx. 2 hours drive). Explore the historic University of Oxford, view the Radcliffe Camera library building on the university grounds, and visit Christ Church Cathedral and college, where you can see the Great Hall that served as the inspiration for Hogwarts Dining Hall featured in the Harry Potter films. We will also visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and enjoy some shopping along Oxford's main street.

Afterward, we take you to Bibury, located 48 kilometers from Oxford (approx. 45 minutes drive). Bibury is a picturesque Cotswold village in southwestern England, renowned as one of the prettiest villages in England. Enjoy free time strolling around the village before returning to London for an overnight stay.

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Depart for the English university city of Cambridge, a journey of 100 km taking just 1.5 hours.

Visit the Catholic Church of Our Lady and the English Martyrs and explore Saint Botolph's Church, part of Saint Catharine's College. Nearby, see King's College—formally known as The King’s College of Our Lady and Saint Nicholas in Cambridge—and its iconic College Chapel. Visit Great St. Mary's, The University Church (GSM), and Trinity College on lively, bustling Trinity Street. You may also choose to explore the city by taking a punt, a traditional small flat-bottomed wooden boat, along the River Cam, taking in views of St John’s College, University of Cambridge.

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Today, we depart for Manchester, a distance of 321 km taking about 3.5 hours. We will take you to explore the Spinningfields area, a purpose-built business district where sleek modern architecture blends seamlessly with Gothic heritage. See the 47-story Beetham Tower, the tallest building in the city and the 12th tallest in the UK. Afterwards, enjoy a stroll along Saint Ann's Street, located right in the city's main shopping hub near Arndale and the High Street.

For football fans, we will take you to visit Old Trafford Stadium, the legendary home of Manchester United, for an exciting stadium tour.

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There is no tour today. We will transfer you to Manchester Airport for your safe flight back to Bangkok.