Day 1: Depart Detroit for London (UK)

Day 2: Welcome

Upon arrival at London Heathrow airport, you will be met by your Sky Vacations ambassador who will assist you with your transfer to the city center. Afternoon is at leisure to unwind and explore magnificent London. 

Days 3: London

After breakfast, begin your discovery of London with a panoramic tour of London featuring the major sights such as Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Tower of London and Tower Bridge. During this tour, your very own private experienced guide will show you all the best places to visit and all main interesting facts and curiosities about London’s famous landmarks. The afternoon is free to explore the city as you like. You can choose to visit on your own any of London’s attractions, like the London Eye, Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, or perhaps the world famous British Museum. In the evening, why not take yourself up to Leicester Square in the heart of London, where there’s plenty to see and do – including cinemas, restaurants, clubs and everything else that makes London such a vibrant city. 

Day 4: London – Stonehenge – Bath – Cardiff

After breakfast, depart London and head to the circles of Stonehenge. Located in the middle of Salisbury Plain, Stonehenge is unique among stone circles and its construction still defies belief. The first stone was placed here 5000 years ago and the
structure was finally completed 1400 years later. After your Stonehenge self-guided visit, your journey takes you to the lovely city of Georgian Bath. Take your time to explore the streets of Bath on your own pace and find a nice place to have lunch. You will also have enough time to visit the main attraction in Bath, the Roman Baths. Around Britain’s main hot spring, the Romans built a magnificent temple and bathing complex that still flows with natural hot water. You will have the chance to see the water’s source and walk where Romans walked on the ancient stone pavements and of course see the baths themselves. After a wonderful time in Bath, continue to your hotel in Cardiff, the capital city of Wales.  

Day 5: Cardiff – Wales – Liverpool

After breakfast, your day begins with a panoramic tour of Cardiff’s main landmarks. Get ready to discover the incredible countryside, towns and villages of South and North Wales. Highlights of the trip include Caerphilly Castle, Snowdonia National Park, the town of Betws-Y-Coed and Conwy. You will have free time for lunch in one of Wales quaint little villages. You’ll also get to see some of the most spectacular parts of Wales and soak up the atmosphere of one of the most dramatic places in the United Kingdom. Reach Liverpool at the end of the day and check-in at your hotel. 

Day 6: Liverpool – Lake District – Edinburgh

After breakfast, leave Liverpool towards the North to the Lake District. Driving along the shores of Windermere lake, the largest lake in England at the heart of the rolling hills of the picturesque Lake District, you will see incredible scenery. Drive through charming villages such as Grasmere, the 19th century home of the poet William Wordsworth, who once described it as the “loveliest spot that man hath ever found”. Wordsworth lived in Grasmere for over 14 years and is buried there along with his wife in St Oswalds Church. Next, cross into Scotland at the border town of Gretna Green, famous for its “runaway” weddings, and past Moffat, known for its high quality wool products. Arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city, with its Georgian and Victorian architecture and winding medieval streets. Edinburgh’s Old and New Town are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Day 7: Edinburgh

This morning, after breakfast, join your local guide for a city tour of historic Edinburgh. The route will take you past the Scottish Parliament, Holyrood Palace, the Museum of Scotland, the Royal Mile, and Princes Street. Also included is a visit to Edinburgh Castle, where you can see the Crown Room, Royal Palace, St. Margaret’s Chapel, and much more! The balance of the day is at leisure. The city of Edinburgh is known for its buzzing nightlife, with a variety of bars, pubs, and nightclubs destined to give you a memorable night with your pals. 

Day 8: Edinburgh – York

After breakfast, depart Edinburgh and drive through the borderlands, past the ruins of Jedburgh Abbey, and on to Hadrian’s Wall ruins. Hadrian’s wall was built to guard the wild north-west frontier of the Roman Empire. See the remains of the forts, towers, turrets and towns that once kept watch over the Wall. Continue your journey Southward to the Viking city of York, one of northern England’s most compelling cities. Take a stroll through the narrow medieval streets surrounded by the 13th century York City Walls. Why not crown your York stay with an optional visit to York Minster, with its impressive architecture and beautiful gardens. Tonight you will be part of an incredible gastronomic experience. Participate in a private 3 hour cooking class of Yorkshire Cuisine. After the class, enjoy a nice buffet dinner made up by all famous dishes of York cuisine, including drinks. 

Day 9: York – Stratford Upon Avon – London

After breakfast, depart York towards the South passing Robin Hood country and through the picturesque villages of the
Cotswolds, with its stone and thatch cottages, to the birthplace of Shakespeare, in the heart of the charming market town of
Stratford-upon-Avon. Visit Shakespeare’s childhood home and discover the history and stories behind the properties tied to
William Shakespeare’s immediate family. Visit Anne Hathaway’s cottage, the school that William Shakespeare attended, and Shakespeare’s birthplace. After some time at leisure, continue your journey towards London. 

Day 10: London

Its time to say au revoir – transfer to the airport for your onward journey. 

Prices are land only per person based on double occupancy. Restrictions apply. For our complete terms and conditions, click here.

Day 1: Depart Detroit for London (UK)

Day 2: Welcome

Upon arrival at London Heathrow airport, you will be met by your Sky Vacations ambassador who will assist you with your transfer to the city center. Afternoon is at leisure to unwind and explore magnificent London. 

Days 3: London

After breakfast, begin your discovery of London with a panoramic tour of London featuring the major sights such as Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Tower of London and Tower Bridge. During this tour, your very own private experienced guide will show you all the best places to visit and all main interesting facts and curiosities about London’s famous landmarks. The afternoon is free to explore the city as you like. You can choose to visit on your own any of London’s attractions, like the London Eye, Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, or perhaps the world famous British Museum. In the evening, why not take yourself up to Leicester Square in the heart of London, where there’s plenty to see and do – including cinemas, restaurants, clubs and everything else that makes London such a vibrant city. 

Day 4: London – Stonehenge – Bath – Cardiff

After breakfast, depart London and head to the circles of Stonehenge. Located in the middle of Salisbury Plain, Stonehenge is unique among stone circles and its construction still defies belief. The first stone was placed here 5000 years ago and the
structure was finally completed 1400 years later. After your Stonehenge self-guided visit, your journey takes you to the lovely city of Georgian Bath. Take your time to explore the streets of Bath on your own pace and find a nice place to have lunch. You will also have enough time to visit the main attraction in Bath, the Roman Baths. Around Britain’s main hot spring, the Romans built a magnificent temple and bathing complex that still flows with natural hot water. You will have the chance to see the water’s source and walk where Romans walked on the ancient stone pavements and of course see the baths themselves. After a wonderful time in Bath, continue to your hotel in Cardiff, the capital city of Wales.  

Day 5: Cardiff – Wales – Liverpool

After breakfast, your day begins with a panoramic tour of Cardiff’s main landmarks. Get ready to discover the incredible countryside, towns and villages of South and North Wales. Highlights of the trip include Caerphilly Castle, Snowdonia National Park, the town of Betws-Y-Coed and Conwy. You will have free time for lunch in one of Wales quaint little villages. You’ll also get to see some of the most spectacular parts of Wales and soak up the atmosphere of one of the most dramatic places in the United Kingdom. Reach Liverpool at the end of the day and check-in at your hotel. 

Day 6: Liverpool – Lake District – Edinburgh

After breakfast, leave Liverpool towards the North to the Lake District. Driving along the shores of Windermere lake, the largest lake in England at the heart of the rolling hills of the picturesque Lake District, you will see incredible scenery. Drive through charming villages such as Grasmere, the 19th century home of the poet William Wordsworth, who once described it as the “loveliest spot that man hath ever found”. Wordsworth lived in Grasmere for over 14 years and is buried there along with his wife in St Oswalds Church. Next, cross into Scotland at the border town of Gretna Green, famous for its “runaway” weddings, and past Moffat, known for its high quality wool products. Arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city, with its Georgian and Victorian architecture and winding medieval streets. Edinburgh’s Old and New Town are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Day 7: Edinburgh

This morning, after breakfast, join your local guide for a city tour of historic Edinburgh. The route will take you past the Scottish Parliament, Holyrood Palace, the Museum of Scotland, the Royal Mile, and Princes Street. Also included is a visit to Edinburgh Castle, where you can see the Crown Room, Royal Palace, St. Margaret’s Chapel, and much more! The balance of the day is at leisure. The city of Edinburgh is known for its buzzing nightlife, with a variety of bars, pubs, and nightclubs destined to give you a memorable night with your pals. 

Day 8: Edinburgh – York

After breakfast, depart Edinburgh and drive through the borderlands, past the ruins of Jedburgh Abbey, and on to Hadrian’s Wall ruins. Hadrian’s wall was built to guard the wild north-west frontier of the Roman Empire. See the remains of the forts, towers, turrets and towns that once kept watch over the Wall. Continue your journey Southward to the Viking city of York, one of northern England’s most compelling cities. Take a stroll through the narrow medieval streets surrounded by the 13th century York City Walls. Why not crown your York stay with an optional visit to York Minster, with its impressive architecture and beautiful gardens. Tonight you will be part of an incredible gastronomic experience. Participate in a private 3 hour cooking class of Yorkshire Cuisine. After the class, enjoy a nice buffet dinner made up by all famous dishes of York cuisine, including drinks. 

Day 9: York – Stratford Upon Avon – London

After breakfast, depart York towards the South passing Robin Hood country and through the picturesque villages of the
Cotswolds, with its stone and thatch cottages, to the birthplace of Shakespeare, in the heart of the charming market town of
Stratford-upon-Avon. Visit Shakespeare’s childhood home and discover the history and stories behind the properties tied to
William Shakespeare’s immediate family. Visit Anne Hathaway’s cottage, the school that William Shakespeare attended, and Shakespeare’s birthplace. After some time at leisure, continue your journey towards London. 

Day 10: London

Its time to say au revoir – transfer to the airport for your onward journey. 

Prices are land only per person based on double occupancy. Restrictions apply. For our complete terms and conditions, click here.