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Delve into London’s dark history on an evening ghost tour of the city’s royal parks, ideal for thrill-seekers and history buffs. Under the cloak of darkness, explore dimly-lit parks and historic buildings while listening to spine-chilling stories from your guide. Plus, enjoy a Thames River cruise which concludes at the Tower of London, reputedly London’s most haunted landmark.

Visit some of the top attractions outside of London on this day trip to Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and the historic town of Bath. Start at Windsor Castle, home to the British royal family, for a tour of the State Apartments and St George’s Chapel, and then continue west of London to Salisbury, home of the mysterious Stonehenge rock formations. Finally, arrive in Bath, known for its elegant Georgian architecture and Roman baths. All admission tickets are included in the tour price.

Enter the magical world of Harry Potter, everyone’s favorite boy wizard, on this day trip to Oxford and the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London—The Making of Harry Potter. First, travel to Oxford and visit the Bodleian Library, Christ Church College, and other famous University of Oxford buildings. Then, wander around original sets, see costumes and props worn by Dumbledore, Hagrid, Harry, Ron, Hermione, and others, and uncover the on-screen wizardry used to bring J.K. Rowling’s best-selling books to the silver screen. Round-trip coach transportation from London is included.

Discover the best of British history and nature on a 3-day small-group tour to the Lake District. Round-trip train fare from London, all ground transportation, and provided accommodation ensure that your adventure is comfortable and stress-free. The well-rounded itinerary is perfect for travelers who want to take advantage of every moment in the rural paradise. See Ullswater Lake, Kirkstone Pass, Wordsworth's Dove Cottage, and much more.

Combine two of England’s most-visited UNESCO World Heritage sites on a full-day tour of Stonehenge and Bath from London. Visit iconic Stonehenge and learn all about the mysterious stone circle with the help of your audio guide, then journey to historic Bath, where your tour includes free time to explore the city’s many shops and teahouses. Upgrade with entrance to the grand Roman Baths.

Discover some of southern England’s most visited spots on this day trip from London. Delve into the history of the British Royal Family on an audio guided tour of Windsor Castle, one of Queen Elizabeth II’s official residences. Unearth Neolithic secrets at Stonehenge, the UNESCO-listed stone circle that dates back thousands of years. Then explore Christchurch College, the Bodleian Library, and other renowned university buildings during a guided Oxford city tour.

Go behind the scenes at Warner Bros. Studio London to see how Hogwarts, Diagon Alley, the Forbidden Forest, and other magical realms were created on the Making of Harry Potter studio tour. Walk through elaborate sets you’ll recognize from several “Harry Potter” films and learn about camera tricks and special effects used to bring J.K. Rowling’s enchanting tale to life.

Visit some of England’s top destinations outside London on a day trip to the Cotswolds, the university city of Oxford, and the town of Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. When you reach Oxford, visit sights like Christchurch College and the Bridge of Sighs before heading to Stratford-upon-Avon where you have free time to explore.

See the English capital’s top landmarks on this most comprehensive of London magical tours. Take a tour of beautiful St Paul’s Cathedral, then make a photo stop at Westminster Abbey. Watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and visit the Tower of London, where you'll have free time for lunch (own expense). Enjoy an extended river sightseeing cruise, and upgrade to cap everything with a London Eye flight or cream tea at Harrods.

Get acquainted with two iconic London monuments on a half-day tour of Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament. While gaining fascinating insight into the royal history of Great Britain, absorb the Gothic grandeur of Westminster Abbey’s interior and head inside the Houses of Parliament—home to the renowned Big Ben—to see highlights like the House of Commons and Lord’s Chamber. From your guide, learn about the United Kingdom’s political system and major historic events while touring the prominent landmarks.

Take to the Thames for a sparkling river dinner sailing past London’s waterfront sights. Settle at your table to savor a delectable dinner and admire floodlit city sights such as Tower Bridge, the London Eye, and Big Ben as you eat and relax, and enjoy enchanting live entertainment.

Follow in the footsteps of the greats on this full-day tour of England’s most famous university cities – Oxford and Cambridge. Admire the celebrated ‘Dreaming Spires’ of Oxford and visit the Bodleian Library and Christ Church College, where alumni include Lewis Carroll, Bill Clinton and David Cameron, and the Great Hall was used as a filming location for the Harry Potter movies. Next, journey to prestigious Cambridge, where past students include Sir Isaac Newton, Stephen Hawking and Sylvia Plath, and architectural highlights include the Cavendish Laboratory, King’s College Chapel and the Cambridge University Library.

Discover the architectural delights and natural splendor of Scotland on a 3-day tour of Edinburgh, Loch Ness and the Highlands from London. Visit some of Scotland’s most important cultural institutions in its beautiful capital city of Edinburgh; gaze at the beguiling beauty of Loch Ness and the Great Glen on a guided tour; and travel through the scenic delights of the Scottish highlands while learning of the region’s rich historical heritage. Enjoy two nights accommodation in a comfortable B&B and travel by comfortable and scenic train from London to Edinburgh.

Ideal for travelers looking to escape the city, this tour takes you to the quaint villages of the Cotswolds, an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ characterized by rural landscapes and limestone houses. Departing London on a private vehicle equipped with Wi-Fi, you’ll stroll around the villages of Burford, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, Lower Slaughter, and Yanworth. Snacks and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.     

Ideal for those with an appetite for adrenaline, this 1-hour fast boat experience on the Thames River is sure to get your heart racing. See London’s sights the alternative way as you enjoy a leisurely cruise past Tower Bridge, the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye — giving you plenty of time to capture photographs and relax. Then, once you reach the fast zone, you’ll accelerate to a high velocity and listen to exhilarating music.

Beautiful coastal stretches, weatherboard houses overlooking shingle beaches, castles and country estates spread out over rolling hills, and vineyards and orchards laden with fruit just ripe for the picking. Discover the charms of Kent, otherwise known as the Garden of England, on this 3-day tour. Traveling by comfortable minivan with a professional driver-guide, visit sleepy villages and the seaside towns of Deal, Whitstable and Walmer; see historical castles and the White Cliffs of Dover; and taste cider and wine produced in Kent. Numbers limited to 16, ensuring a small-group experience.

Enjoy exclusive access to the inner stone circle at Stonehenge, one of England’s most mysterious and magnificent landmarks, on a full-day tour from London. Combine your intimate experience of Stonehenge with a visit to Oxford, home to the prestigious Oxford University, and Windsor Castle (entry not included), an official residence of Queen Elizabeth II.

Put your detective cap on and lose yourself in the real-life mysteries of Midsomer Murders! Go behind-the-scenes of one of Britain’s most popular and longest running TV shows as you visit some of the towns and villages seen on-screen. Traveling across Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, you’ll get a real taste of the English countryside as you visit thatched-roof villages, historic pubs and charming parklands, and get the inside scoop on the on-screen action.

Discover The Beatles’ hometown on this rail day trip to Liverpool from London. Visit The Beatles Story attraction, packed with memorabilia and replicas of Beatles’ sites; and enjoy a Magical Mystery coach tour of locations linked to the Fab Four including Penny Lane and the Cavern Club.

Visit some of England's top sights on this full-day trip to Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Warwick Castle from London. Head to Stratford-upon-Avon for a private tour of Shakespeare’s Schoolroom before it opens to the public. Continue to Warwick Castle, Britain’s greatest medieval fortress. Soak up its colorful history brought alive by actors, Madame Tussauds' waxworks, and special effects, as you explore independently. Then travel to Oxford for a walking tour of highlights including its ivy-clad university colleges, libraries, and chapels.

Experience a wealth of England’s rural and historical treasures, and the fictional ‘Downton Abbey’ village, on this full-day trip from London with an expert guide. Marvel at splendid Blenheim Palace, the UNESCO-protected country house where Sir Winston Churchill was born, and discover the enchanting scenery of the Cotswolds, with visits to an idyllic village: either Bibury or Bourton-on-the-Water. Lastly, explore the pretty village of Bampton to see some of the locations where the much-loved TV series, ‘Downton Abbey’, was filmed, and enjoy time for lunch here before returning to London.

Lose yourself in England’s storybook villages as you tour the picturesque Cotswolds and the medieval town of Stratford-upon-Avon on this full-day tour from London. Walk in the footsteps of England’s most iconic playwright as you tour Shakespeare’s birthplace and Anne Hathaway’s Cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon. After tucking into a packed lunch (included), marvel at the traditional English villages, rolling hills and thatched-roof cottages of the Cotswolds, as you visit Bibury, Burford and Bourton-on-the-water.

Follow in the footsteps of London’s most notorious serial killer on this spine-chilling Jack the Ripper walking tour – if you dare! Follow your guide on a 2-hour stroll around the dimly lit alleyways and eerie backstreets of East London, where the gruesome murders took place. Along the way uncover the truths and myths about Jack the Ripper’s reign of terror and hear the many theories about the as-yet-unidentified murderer.

Immerse yourself in the rich history of World War II on an enriching and emotionally stirring tour of London Westminster with a knowledgeable guide. Descend to the subterranean Churchill War Rooms, an underground network of bunkers that functioned as wartime offices, and enrich your knowledge of British history with commentary that covers little known facts. As you explore, see iconic London sights like the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, and delve into the life and work of former British prime minister, Winston Churchill.