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Day 1 Arrival
 Arrive in England and collect your
hire car. Drive to nearby Windsor where you will overnight in
the area. Time permitting, make a visit to Windsor Castle, the
largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, is one of the
official residences of Her Majesty The Queen.
Day 2 York
 Today
discover the legend of Robin Hood. Visit the home of the Sheriff
of Nottingham at Nottingham Castle before continuing to York.
York is one of the most fascinating cities in England to visit.
Superbly preserved, the walled city of York has witnessed more
than 2000 years of fascinating history. Follow the maze of quaint
streets, including the narrow Shambles, before exploring the
treasures of the inspiring York Minster. Return to your hotel
in the area for overnight.
Day 3 Chester
 Chester
was originally settled by the Romans as Fortress Deva and their
surviving grid pattern of streets are so compact that you can
get around all the city's landmarks on foot. Walk along the Roman
walls, studded with historic towers and gates, then visit the
amphitheatre - scene of a major archaeological project. Soak
up the flamboyant spectacle of a town crier proclamation which
is held at the Cross from Tuesday to Saturday, May to September
at noon. Overnight at a hotel in the Chester area.
Day 4 Lake District
 Travel
north to the Lake District enjoying the lake and mountain scenery.
Visit the Museum Of Lakeland Life in Kendal, which shows how
Cumbrians worked, lived and entertained themselves during the
past 200 years. Travelling deeper into the Lake District, take
a boat trip on Lake Windermere. At Bowness you can visit the
town and the Beatrix Potter attraction. Continue to your accommodation
in the Lake District.
Day 5 South of Scotland
Visit the National Trust's imposing medieval Sizergh Castle,
located just outside Kendal, with its beautiful limestone rock
gardens or nearby is Levens Hall, a magnificent Elizabethan mansion
built around a 13th Century. The Grade I listed garden, dating
from 1694 and is famous for the topiary trees. Leaving the Lakes
 behind,
cross the Scottish Border at Gretna, a favourite destination
for eloping English lovers. Continue to Culzean Castle, one of
Robert Adam's most notable creations with its Oval Staircase
and saloon. Afterwards, venture into Rabbie Burns Country to
visit the village of Alloway, where Scotland's most famous poet
was born. See his birthplace and monument, as well as his 'Brig
o'Doon' before continuing to Glasgow. Overnight in Glasgow
Day 6 Glasgow & Edinburgh
 Glasgow is one of
the liveliest and most cosmopolitan destinations in Europe. Glasgow
boasts world famous art collections, the best shopping in the
United Kingdom outside London. Travelling East to Edinburgh,
enjoy an afternoon in the Scottish Capital. Wander up the Royal
Mile to Edinburgh Castle, site of the oldest building in Edinburgh
- St Margaret's Chapel and the Crown Jewels of Scotland. Continue
down the Royal Mile to visit Holyrood Palace, the official residence
of the Queen whilst she is in Scotland. This evening join one
of the famous Edinburgh Ghost Walks for a very different view
of Auld Reekie. Overnight in Edinburgh
Day 7 Edinburgh
 Day
free to explore Scotland's Capital at leisure - visit Britannia,
the former Royal Yacht, take a stroll round the Botanic Gardens
or learn about the history of Scotland at the National Museum
of Scotland. This evening you could stop for dinner in one of
the ancient pubs in the Grassmarket once frequented by famous
Scots such as Robert Burns and Sir Walter Scott.
Day 8 Depart
Sadly, it's time to leave the UK, check out of your hotel and
make your way to the airport to join your flight home.
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