Legendary England
Robin Hood. William Shakespeare. The Beatles.
England is a land of legends, both mythical and modern. During this tour, discover the famous figures and picturesque landscapes that make this European island so epic. Explore the Bard’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, create your own art in muralist Banksy’s hometown of Bristol, and tour Nottingham with Robin Hood as your guide.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to England
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Day 2: London
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of London and learn about some of England's legendary figures
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Day 3: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see sites like:
- Westminster
- Buckingham Palace
- Big Ben
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Windsor
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
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Day 4: London
Visit the Tower of London
Take a Thames River ferry to Greenwich
Visit the Royal Observatory
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Day 5: London • Avebury • Bath • Bristol region
Travel via Avebury and Bath to the Bristol region
Visit the standing stones in Avebury
Visit the Roman Baths -
Day 6: Bristol
Take a day trip to Bristol
Take a guided street art tour of Bristol
With a local artist you will:
- See a variety of local street art
- Learn about Banksy's history in Bristol
- Create your own stencil art with a spray can
Visit SS Great Britain, one of the most important historic ships in the world
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Day 7: Bristol • Warwick • Stratford-upon-Avon • Birmingham region
Travel via Warwick and Stratford-upon-Avon to the Birmingham region
Visit Warwick Castle
Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace
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Day 8: Birmingham region • Nottingham • Cheshire region
Travel via Nottingham to the Cheshire region
Take a guided tour of Nottingham through the footsteps of its most famous outlaw, Robin Hood
Visit the Nottingham National Justice Museum
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Day 9: Cheshire region
Take a day trip to Liverpool
Take a guided tour of Liverpool on a River Mersey ferry
Explore the Albert Dock and Liverpool waterfront on your own
Visit the British Music Experience to learn more about the UK's musical heritage
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Day 10: Cheshire region
Take a day trip to Manchester
Take a tour of Old Trafford, home to Manchester United
Visit the LS Lowry Gallery
Time to explore Manchester on your own
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to England
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Day 2: London
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of London and learn about some of England's legendary figures
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Day 3: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see sites like:
- Westminster
- Buckingham Palace
- Big Ben
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Windsor
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
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Day 4: London
Visit the Tower of London
Take a Thames River ferry to Greenwich
Visit the Royal Observatory
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Day 5: London • Avebury • Bath • Bristol region
Travel via Avebury and Bath to the Bristol region
Visit the standing stones in Avebury
Visit the Roman Baths -
Day 6: Bristol
Take a day trip to Bristol
Take a guided street art tour of Bristol
With a local artist you will:
- See a variety of local street art
- Learn about Banksy's history in Bristol
- Create your own stencil art with a spray can
Visit SS Great Britain, one of the most important historic ships in the world
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Day 7: Bristol • Warwick • Stratford-upon-Avon • Birmingham region
Travel via Warwick and Stratford-upon-Avon to the Birmingham region
Visit Warwick Castle
Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace
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Day 8: Birmingham region • Nottingham • Cheshire region
Travel via Nottingham to the Cheshire region
Take a guided tour of Nottingham through the footsteps of its most famous outlaw, Robin Hood
Visit the Nottingham National Justice Museum
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Day 9: Cheshire region
Take a day trip to Liverpool
Take a guided tour of Liverpool on a River Mersey ferry
Explore the Albert Dock and Liverpool waterfront on your own
Visit the British Music Experience to learn more about the UK's musical heritage
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Day 10: Cheshire region
Take a day trip to Manchester
Take a tour of Old Trafford, home to Manchester United
Visit the LS Lowry Gallery
Time to explore Manchester on your own
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
9 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by licensed local guides; 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director
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Entrances
Tower of London; Thames River cruise; Royal Observatory; Avebury standing stones; Roman Baths; SS Great Britain; Shakespeare’s Birthplace; Warwick Castle; River Mersey ferry; British Music Experience; Old Trafford; The Lowry museum
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.