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London is the gatway to a raft of captivating cities, landscapes and castles throughout Britain and Europe. There is a wealth of spectacular sights and secrets just waiting to be discovered.
 A short journey by coach, high speed train or Eurostar will take you to a new corner of the earth unlike anything you've seen before. We have put together some of the best ways to explore this diverse, vibrant and historical country. Coach Tours
The beauty of exploring England in a luxury coach is that you can combine visits to several destinations in one day. A number of esteemed london-based tour companies provide well thought-out packages to a wealth of legendary landmarks and cities. Stand at the foot of the towering spire of Salisbury Cathedral. Clap eyes on the ancient monuments of Stonehenge. Stroll among the elegant Georgian terraces of Bath. Pop into Oxford to admire the exquisite architecture. Drive over the undulating hills of the Cotswolds. Tread among Shakespeare's old haunts in Stratford-upon-Avon and cram in a visit to the wonderfully grand Warwick Castle. With all these, including trips to Canterbury, the New Forest, Portsmouth, Greenwich and Windsor, you can see the best of England in just a few days. Golden Tours, Evan Evans and Premium Tours offer a vast selection of competitively priced tours, all of a consistently excellent standard. Information and Bookings  Rail Tours in England
Sit back and watch the beautiful English countryside rush by as you travel on a high speed train to more remote corners of this striking country. Zip up to Scotland for the day and visit the historic city of Edinburgh. Famous for its stately castle and ornate architecture, many an hour can be whiled away strolling down the medieval cobbled streets. The ancient city of York is a little nearer. Delightfully quaint and historically rich, York has stood witness to over 2000 years of history. Bedecked in intricate Gothic carvings, the soaring Minster is one of the most magnificent building in the country. We also recommend a day in Cardiff, the capital of Wales. Packed with hundreds of things to see and do, this thriving city buzzes with life. Grand Victorian shopping arcades weave through rafts of bars and restaurants. If you have time, its worth organising a walking tour inside the Millennium Stadium. This prestigious sports arena is now internationally famous. For the Harry Potter fans among you, Alnwick Castle in Northumberland is a remarkable sight. The imposing building is surrounded by deep woodland, exotic gardens and mile of lush open countryside. Similarly, the Lake District, celebrated for its beautiful landscape, is a great rural retreat. Rolling hills, vast stretches of water and chocolate-box villages a ubiquitous features of the area. Made famous by the Beatrix Potter stories, the timeless scenery of the Lake District is both historical and wonderfully English. Premium Tours, Golden Tours and Evan Evans all offer a number of rail tours. They organise everything from booking your rail tickets to escorting you to your train, all you have to do is relax, watch the world go by and feast your eyes on some of England's most cherished landmarks. Information and Bookings Rail Tours to Europe
Head for the continent at high-speed. The nippy Eurostar trains can whisk you under the Channel and take you to Paris or Brussels in no time. You can either choose an escorted tour or enjoy the freedom of roaming round these fantastic cities unaccompanied. A day in Paris is just enough time to sample the romance of this wonderful capital. Enjoy panoramic views as you sail down the Seine, dine on exquisite French cuisine in an atmospheric bistro or take in a bit of time-honoured art at the Louvres. Brussels is also a great place to soak up a smidge of European culture. Wandering round the magical arcades and elegant streets you can get a real feel for the way of life in this beautiful city. Before you leave don't forget to sample the best of Belgian beer and chocolate. Travelling to Europe has never been easier. It's fast, affordable and you'll be back among the bright lights of London by the evening. Premium Tours, Golden Tours and Evan Evans all arrange fantastic day trips to Europe. Information and Bookings Steam Train Day Trips
Escape the city in style. Evoking smoky images of the past, there is something essentially romantic about steam trains. Steam Dreams, has managed to cling onto this wonderful tradition and give folk the opportunity to ride the rails in period carriages pulled by vintage engines. The company does frequent day trips to a number of destinations including Scarborough, Bath, Gloucester, Oxford and Ely. Customers are given plenty of time to explore these wonderful towns before returning to London. A number of seating categories are available. Standard tickets include seats only. First Class tickets inlcude a glass of champagne on boarding and complimentary tea and coffee served all day. In Standard and First, it's also possible to prebook hampers (at a cost) for the outbound and inbound journeys, served in stylish traditional wicker hampers. Alternatively, there is also a super buffet available to these passengers, although all food and drink bought here is additionally charged. For a real taste of elegance, we recommend Premium Dining tickets. This includes a champagne brunch in the morning and a three course dinner in the evening. Speeding through the countryside amid a plume of smoke is a wonderfully nostalgic way to dine in style. Information and Bookings Private Driver Guided Tours
When making the longer journeys to the raft of attractions around England, we recommend the exclusive comfort of Private Driver Guided Tours. The tours are refreshingly flexible and you are treated to your own personal, exceptionally well-educated tour guide who will entertain you with heaps of fascinating facts and stories. The vehicles themselves are both spacious and luxurious. Passengers can stretch their legs out on lengthy excursions and watch the undulating English countryside flash by. With tours to Windsor, Eton, Oxford, the Cotwolds, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick Castle, Stonehenge, Salisbury and Bath, they have a vast selection to choose from. We particuarly recommend the tours to Cambridge. Nestled in the Fens, Cambridge lays claim to charming meandering streets and striking Norman architecture. Famed for its university, punting down the Cam is a truly magical experience. British Tours and Luxury Vacations offer excellent packages with multi-lingual tour guides fluent in anything from Spanish to Russian. With complimentary drinks and newspapers, Luxury Vacations is marginally more exclusive. It is an expensive way to tour England, but the quality is genuinely excellent. Information and Bookings |
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