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Trafalgar - Castles and Kilts (06/2023 - 09/2023) (FCASZN18)

10 Days From London to Edinburgh
Tour Style: Family Experience
Trafalgar Brochure Price from $2,475.00
Brochures: Europe & Britain 2023 v2, Europe & Britain 2024 v1
Visits: England

This blockbuster family adventure is not your usual England and Scotland trip. From living life as a Roman soldier at Hadrian’s Wall to crossing a moat to a 13th-century Welsh castle for a medieval stay, the whole family will love this exciting experience.
Choice Highlights

Must-see Highlights
  • : Explore London, Chester and Edinburgh with a Local Specialist
  • : Discover Oxford and Bath
  • : Visit the Tower of London, Divinity School in Oxford, Lacock village, Llangollen, Tatton Park to meet the butler and housekeeper, the Lake District, the Roman Army Museum, Hadrian's Wall and Edinburgh Castle
  • : View the scenic Lake District
  • : Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates

Family Fun
  • London: Let your inner magician loose as you visit Harry Potter highlights such as Platform 9 ¾ and the red telephone box gateway to the Ministry of Magic.
  • Lacock: Visit the charming Lacock Village, where famous scenes of Harry Potter were filmed and explore Lacock Abbey where you’ll recognise some of the corridors and classrooms of Hogwarts.
  • Hexham: Experience life as a brave Roman soldier on Emperor Hadrian's northern frontier, exploring the treasures of the Roman Army Museum and Hadrian's Wall.

Iconic Experience
  • London: See London's iconic sites with a Local Specialist.
  • Oxford: See an imposing and historic hall of one of Oxford's Schools.
  • Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian façades and the bimillenial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name.
  • Chester: Explore Chester and its ancient city walls with a Local Specialist.
  • Lake District: Drive through the hauntingly beautiful Lakes District, immortalised by literary greats of the Romantic Movement.
  • Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse.

Trafalgar Difference
  • Ruthin: Stay in the 13th-century Ruthin Castle in North Wales with its original moat and acres of parkland.

Be My Guest
  • Chester: Enjoy an exclusive Be My Guest English cream tea.

Dive Into Culture
  • Knutsford: Enjoy a butler and housekeeper tour at the stately 18th-century National Trust property, Tatton Park Mansion house.

Trafalgar Tour Itinerary

Day 1Welcome to London
Delight in the magic and mystery of an ancient land of kings and queens, knights and magical creatures. Your springboard to an unforgettable Family Experience through Britain is the lively capital of London, which you will have an opportunity to explore with your clan before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a memorable Kickoff bash.
Visits: London
Meals: Kickoff Party
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Kings Cross
Day 2Discover the Sights of London Family Fun
March down the grand boulevards and secret lanes of London, exploring the city's iconic sights with a Local Specialist. Practice your royal wave at Buckingham Palace, snap a selfie in front of Big Ben and see where Britain's royalty has been crowned since the 11th century. Enjoy some Family Fun and head to platform 9¾ to see if you can catch a glimpse of the Hogwarts Express. Then shrug off your Muggle mantle and see the red telephone box where Harry Potter and Mr. Weasley descended into the secret Ministry of Magic in 'Order of the Phoenix'. Admire the pomp and ceremony of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (subject to the event taking place), before enjoying free time for a leisurely lunch at St. Katherine's Dock near Tower Bridge. Our last stop today is the brooding Tower of London where we'll rub shoulders with the Beefeaters and see the Crown Jewels.
Visits: London
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Kings Cross
Day 3London Your Way
Soak up the buzzing multicultural atmosphere of London on this full day at leisure. Explore the wonders of science and centuries of natural history at the city's fascinating museums, delve into the dark depths of the London Dungeon or take a spin on the London Eye. Wander through the colourful array of toys at Hamleys on Regent Street or take a day trip to 11th-century Windsor Castle – the choice is yours.
Visits: London
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Kings Cross
Day 4Journey to Oxford and on to Elegant Bath Family Fun
Imagine yourself as an Oxford scholar as you enjoy a quick visit (as long as students are not sitting exams) to the imposing historic hall of one of Oxford's Divinity Schools. This was used as the film location for the Hogwarts hospital wing. Later, we continue to the pretty Wiltshire village of Lacock for some Family Fun to see Harry Potter's house. Perhaps visit the 13th-century Lacock Abbey, or devour a traditional afternoon tea and cake in one of the local tea rooms before arriving in Bath for your overnight stay.
Visits: London, Oxford, Lacock, Bath
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton
Day 5Onwards to Historic Wales and Ruthin Castle Stays With Stories
Gain insights into the elegant city of Bath during Roman times, enjoying an orientation that will include beautiful Pulteney bridge. Admire the honey-hued Georgian architecture of Bath and view such highlights as the 15th-century Bath Abbey before crossing the border into Wales. We stop in the historic town of Llangollen, famous for its annual Eisteddfod, and then cross the Horseshoe Pass to a medieval castle and one of Trafalgar’s Stays With Stories, where we'll spend the next two nights. Dine like lords and ladies this evening enjoying a delicious Welsh dinner with your new travel friends.
Visits: Bath, Llangollen, Ruthin
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Ruthin Castle
Day 6Enjoy a Day in Chester Connect with Locals
Go back in time today during your visit to Chester, whose medieval city walls and famous red cathedral will give you a sense of what it must have been like to live in the Middle Ages. You’ll take to its ancient walls with a Roman centurion Local Specialist, learning all there is to know about 2,000-year-old Deva, Britain’s biggest Roman fortress on which modern-day Chester was built. The highlight of today will undoubtedly be the opportunity to Connect With Locals at an exclusive Be My Guest experience featuring an English cream tea. We return to our regal home-away-from-home this afternoon for free time to relax, or ramble along its ancient walls and through the beautiful castle grounds.
Visits: Ruthin, Chester, Ruthin
Meals: Breakfast, Be My Guest
Accommodation: Ruthin Castle
Day 7Explore a Manor House and Continue to Lancaster Dive Into Culture
Discover centuries of history at Tatton Park, set within a 1,000 acre (400 ha) deer park. We'll join the butler and housekeeper of this elegant medieval manor house and Dive Into Culture, gaining insights into the day-to-day of English aristocrats once upon a time. We continue north to the Lake District, whose enchanting landscapes have inspired poets and writers for centuries. Consider boarding a steam train for a brief journey, then cruise across the tranquil waters of Lake Windermere before arriving at your hotel, where you'll dine tonight.
Visits: Ruthin, Tatton Park, Lancaster
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Lancaster House
Day 8Admire Hadrian’s Wall and on to Edinburgh Family Fun
Start today with some Family Fun to experience life as a brave Roman soldier on Emperor Hadrian's northern frontier, exploring the treasures of the Roman Army Museum and Hadrian's Wall. We cross into 'Bonnie Scotland' and arrive in the charismatic capital of Edinburgh where we'll have an opportunity to explore tonight at leisure.
Visits: Lancaster, Hadrian's Wall, Edinburgh
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Marriott
Day 9Uncover Edinburgh’s Treasures
Delve into the magic of Edinburgh's iconic sights and stunning landscapes as you join a sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist. Ramble up the Royal Mile and see the tall spires of the Scott Monument, visit Edinburgh Castle, where you will hear tales of bravery, treason and intrigue. Get lost in 'Auld Reekie', strolling through its secret lanes and past medieval façades or join your Travel Director for an Optional Experience. Our epic family adventure is almost at its end. Celebrate a memorable holiday with new friends and your Travel Director at a Farewell Dinner. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.
Visits: Edinburgh
Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Accommodation: Marriott
Day 10Journey Home
It's time to say bye for now, but not goodbye forever, as the curtain falls on an unforgettable Family Experience through Britain. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.
Visits: Edinburgh
Meals: Breakfast


Available Room Types: Quad, Triple, Twin
Child: ages 5 to 17

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