Description
Windsor Castle:
Over 900 years of royal history are waiting for you in Windsor Castle, which is perched high above the River Thames just outside of London. From William the Conqueror all the way through to our current Queen, successive monarchs have lived here and left their mark on what is now the largest continuously occupied castle in the world. Your ticket allows entrance to the castle, so you can see for yourself the splendour of St. Georges chapel and the sumptuous state apartments. Windsor itself is a pretty town full of traditional shops and historic pubs. Shakespeare is said to have written his play The Merry Wives of Windsor in one of them! After our visit to Windsor, we drive through Runnymede, where King John signed the Magna Carta.
Stonhenge
The most famous prehistoric monument in the world, and now a world heritage site, Stonehenge stands alone in the vast empty tract of Salisbury plain. Its origins date back nearly 5,000 years and it has been home to pagan religion and spiritual worship, not to be mention public debate ever since. What was this vast collection of stones intended for? Was it observatory of the moon, a temple to the sun, or an elaborate cemetery? Who were the people who carried and carved these 40 ton rocks? Come and unlock the secrets for yourself and marvel at this remarkable and mysterious feat of ancient engineering and design.
Visit the second oldest pub in England for lunch (food and drinks not included)
Bath: Private torch-lit tour of the Roman Baths
Bath, another world heritage site, is a beautiful Georgian city with delightful crescents, terraces and architecture. Following our guided tour of the city, there will be plenty of time to visit Bath Abbey and Pulteney Bridge overlooking the river Avon cascading over the weir. And you can shop, explore and take afternoon tea in the Pump Rooms while listening to the string quartet.
As the sun sets, the flares and torches are lit encircling the magnificent Roman Baths, where over one million litres of boiling water still burst from the hot springs everyday. As the other visitors are asked to leave, we enjoy a private viewing of this great site -- exclusive to Premium Tours. Beginning April 1st, every evening Premium Tours have the unique opportunity to tour the torch-lit Roman Baths with a Roman legionary dressed in authentic armour. Soak up the atmoshphere while you hear what it was like to live in Roman Britain and how it felt to relax in the soothing and sacred waters after a hard day working as a soldier. Our visit combines theatre with audio visual guides to help bring a magical end to our day. Not to be missed!
Notes
Sightseeing Details: This tour is sold on a reserved basis.
Meeting point: Departs from Gate 6, Victoria Coach Station. Courtesy morning pickups offered from many hotels. Call tour company for details.
Ending point: At the end of the tour, passengers will be dropped off at a central location near their hotel or at a convenient tube stop.
Year round: Departs daily at 8:15 am; return time is approximately 8:30 pm.
Blackout dates: No tour December 25, December 26, or January 1; June 15, June 21 see special tour listing for these dates.
Note: The State Apartments at Windsor Castle will be closed 1 December, 2009 and between 11 to JJ January, 2010. Due to Stonehenge closure on 24 December a drive through Stonehenge be done in its place.
Entrance fees: Includes entrance to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and private viewing of Roman Baths. Lunch is not included.
Child discount: Applies for children ages 3-15. Infants under 3 are free but must ride in lap the entire trip as the coach cannot accommodate child seats.
Nonrefundable and nonchangeable once paid in full.
Restrictions
Non-changeable and non-refundable once paid in full.
Blackout dates: No tours on May 30, Dec 25, Dec 26 or January 1; see special tour listing for those dates
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