English escape
England
- 8 days
- 7 nights
- 13 meals
Departures: Sep 03, 2026, Sep 17, 2026
Price from $2,949
EnglandFrom Shakespeare to the Beatles
From Shakespeare’s birthplace to the cradle of the Beatles, the United Kingdom has something for everyone. In and around the city of Oxford, visit famous film locations before heading to the Cotswolds to admire oh-so-pretty villages and gardens. Then it’s on to Warwick Castle and Blenheim Palace. The grand finale: London and its countless attractions!
Cities on itinerary:
Cheltenham, Liverpool, London, Bourton-on-the-Water, Woodstock, Stratford-upon-Avon, Mickleton, Warwick, Windsor, Richmond
- Moderate
- CAA-Quebec host
Highlights:
- Dinner cruise on the River Thames
- Blenheim Palace
- Windsor and Warwick castles
- The Beatles Story museum
Itinerary
- Day 1: Montréal – London
Flight to London.
- Day 2: London – Bourton-on-the-Water – Cheltenham (204km)
Meet your French-speaking guide upon arrival at the airport and travel through the charming villages of the Cotswolds. Stop at Bourton-on-the-Water, one of the most beautiful villages in England, and have lunch on your own. Discover Bourton-on-the-Water’s charming stone cottages, its quaint bridges over the River Windrush, and the oh-so-English peaceful atmosphere. Continue to Cheltenham and check in at the hotel. Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre Hotel 3* (D)
- Day 3: Cheltenham – Oxford – Woodstock – Cheltenham (140km)
Head to Oxford for a guided walking tour of the city and the prestigious Christ Church College, which is the oldest in Britain and was used as a backdrop for several scenes from Harry Potter. and have lunch on your own. In the afternoon, tour Blenheim Palace, a true masterpiece of 18th-century baroque architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B-D)
- Day 4: Cheltenham – Stratford-upon-Avon – Mickleton – Cheltenham (102km)
Travel to Stratford-upon-Avon and visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway’s charming cottage. Continue to Mickleton to visit the private Kiftsgate Court Gardens, famous for their roses and colourful flower beds. Return to the hotel and spend the evening as you please. (B)
- Day 5: Cheltenham – Warwick – Liverpool (273km)
Set off for Warwick Castle, a historic medieval stronghold and the site of reenactments inspired by the legends of King Arthur. Continue to Liverpool and check in at the hotel. Mercure Liverpool Atlantic Tower Hotel 4* (2026) / Ibis Styles Liverpool Centre Dale Street Cavern Quarter hotel 3* (2027) (B-D)
- Day 6: Liverpool
Enjoy a Beatles day. Start with a visit to The Beatles Story Museum followed by lunch on your own. Then take a Beatles-inspired sightseeing tour of Liverpool (Penny Lane and Strawberry Fields Forever) and see the childhood homes of John, George, Paul, and Ringo (exteriors). End the guided tour at the Cavern Pub, where it all began for the Fab Four. Spend the evening as you please. (B)
- Day 7: Liverpool – Windsor – London (373km)
Travel to Windsor. Have lunch on your own, then tour Windsor Castle. Continue to London, check in at the hotel, and have dinner in a nearby restaurant. Crowne Plaza London – Kings Cross 4* (2026) / Holiday Inn London Kensington High Street hotel 4* (2027) (B-D)
- Day 8: London
Take a sightseeing tour of the British capital ending with Notting Hill and Portobello Road, lined with colourful Victorian houses—a picture-perfect spot you might recognize from several movies. Have lunch and explore on your own then return to the hotel, with a photo stop at Abbey Road. Enjoy dinner on your own. (B)
- Days 9-10: London
Spend two days discovering London’s best-known monuments on your own or visit one of the many free museums with a 3-day Oyster card for zones 1 and 2. (B)
- Day 11: London – Richmond – London (35km)
Free morning and lunch on your own. Board the coach and head west to visit Kew Gardens, home to an exceptional collection of more than 50,000 plant species in a park covering more than 120 hectares. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the gardens combine science, conservation, and natural beauty. Back in the city, transfer to Westminster Pier for a dinner cruise on the Thames with a selection of beverages. Return to the hotel by coach. (B-D)
- Day 12: London – Montréal (48km)
Transfer to the airport and flight back to Montréal. (B)
Inclusions
Montréal – London round-trip flight
Transportation by tour bus and public transit
10 nights in 3* & 4* accommodations
Service of a CAA-Quebec tour leader and local French-speaking guides
Oyster card, 3 days, zones 1 and 2
Travel guidebook & explore gift
Travel insurance
Tips and personal expenses
Anything not listed in the “Price includes” section
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Host
Linda Roussel
“I put my skills to work for travellers so that they can experience and create lasting memories together.”
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