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Day 1 Arrival - London Area
 Collect
your rental car and proceed to the Bath area where you will spend
2 nights. Bath is a unique city; its hot springs, Roman Baths,
impressive Abbey and Georgian stone crescents have attracted
visitors for centuries. Set in rolling countryside, just over
100 miles west of London, it is a beautiful and unforgettable
place to visit.
Day 2 Bath
 Spend
today exploring the city of Bath. Designated by UNESCO as a World
Heritage Site, Bath is home to some of the finest architectural
sights in Europe alongside an extensive collection of museums
and attractions. From art and history, to fashion and Jane Austen,
there really is something for everyone. Overnight in the Bath
area.
Day 3 Stratford-upon-Avon
 After
breakfast enjoy the scenery as you travel through the quaint
Cotswolds to Stratford-upon-Avon. In this small town you can
visit several sites associated with Shakespeare including his
birthplace and picturesque Anne Hathaway's Cottage, the family
home of Shakespeare's wife. Not to be missed is a performance
at the recently renovated Royal Shakespeare Theatre where the
audience is drawn right into the action on stage.
Overnight at your hotel in the Stratford area.
Day 4 Stratford-upon-Avon
 Continue
your exploration of all things Shakespeare followed by an afternoon
in nearby Warwick, where you can visit Warwick Castle, Britain's
Greatest Medieval Experience. The magnificent towers and ramparts
offer spectacular views of the Castle grounds and the town of
Warwick. The chilling dungeon and torture chamber contrast with
the elegance of the state rooms and the baronial great hall.
The town centre is easy walking distance from the Castle and
is a delight to explore.
Return to your accommodation in the Stratford area.
Day 5 Shrewsbury
 Today's route
takes you to the town of Shrewsbury on the border between England
& Wales. Shrewsbury has been called 'England's finest Tudor
town' with good reason, black and white properties are everywhere
with over 660 listed buildings all linked by ancient shuts or
passageways. The town can be spotted as the setting for the George
C. Scott version of "A Christmas Carol" and the Ellis
Peters books and PBS series of the Brother Cadfael Mysteries.
Charles Darwin, perhaps the town's greatest son, would still
recognise much of modern Shrewsbury. Continue to the Caernarfon/Llangollen
area for overnight.
Day 6 Snowdonia National
Park
 Start
today with a visit to Caernarfon Castle. Mighty Caernarfon is
possibly the most striking medieval monument in Wales. Begun
in 1283 by Edward I, Caernarfon was constructed as military stronghold
and also as a seat of government and royal palace. Spend this
afternoon exploring the Snowdonia National Park. The park contains
some of the most spectacular scenery in the country. Return to
your accommodation in Caernarfon/Llangollen for overnight.
Day 7 Chester
 After
breakfast, depart for the town of Chester. Encircled by a two-mile
ring of Roman and medieval walls, Chester is a rare and truly
magical blend of the ancient and traditional with the modern
and cosmopolitan. Step back in time amid pristine Georgian and
Victorian architecture, shop in the unique medieval two-tier
galleries called the Rows before continuing through the Peak
District. Visit grand houses such as Chatsworth or the caverns
at Castleton featuring unique Blue John stone, stalactites and
stalagmites and even a boat ride underground. There are also
stone circles, castles, museums and working mills to explore.
Travel on to Nottingham area for overnight.
Day 8 Nottingham
Today discover the legend of Robin Hood. Visit the home of the
Sheriff of Nottingham at Nottingham Castle. Wander through the
museum and art gallery, and take a souvenir photo at the statue
of Robin Hood. Have lunch at the oldest inn in England before
travelling on to the Cambridge area where you will overnight.
Day 9 Cambridge
 Today is spent
exploring the University City of Cambridge, the city has unrivalled
reputation for being a centre of excellence in learning. Now
its famous Colleges are home to over 17,000 students - Kings
College Chapel is a familiar image all over the world. Cambridge
is rich in museums, ancient churches and historical tradition.
Continue to your hotel in the Heathrow or Gatwick Airport area.
Day 10 Departure
Sadly, it's time to leave the UK, check out of your hotel and
make your way to the airport to return your car and join your
flight home.
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