Castles and Legends: 2 Weeks in England

Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, England

What to expect on this itinerary

In this 2-week best of England tour you will explore the fantastical world hidden in charming cities and the countryside. England conjures legends of King Arthur and famous castles, enchanting villages with thatched-roof cottages and reflective lakes nestled into the foothills of rolling mountains. Roman ruins continue to decorate hillsides. Mysterious stone circles are set with a curious presence. Stained glass windows brighten cathedrals. Whether roaming through London or discovering the opulence of Blenheim Palace, the true beauty of England, from its past to its present, is inspiring.

Countries Visited

England

Places Visited

Bath, York, London, Lake District, Wales, Cotswolds

Suggested Duration

14 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Bath – Finding Bath

Georgian architecture fills the city of Bath, lining cobbled streets and decorating lush parks. The aroma of blossoming flowers spills over iron wrought fences in the spring. In the winter the sidewalks are lightly dusted with snow. The city has an undeniable elegance winding around the canals. River cruisers meander through the cityscape around Roman hot springs and underneath church spires. You land in London, and are quickly whisked away to the enchantment of Bath, a city with the most historically recognized and preserved buildings in all of England.

When you arrive, you find the creamy complexion of bathstone bordering the streets, creating the foundation and structure of historic buildings. Quality local British shops fill Stall and Union Street, where the aroma of caramel accompanies the glistening shop windows of jewelry shops. The central streets resemble hanging gardens, with flowers dangling from gas lamps, and storefronts blossoming with rich hues against the cream colored stones. You settle in to your charming and luxurious accommodation set in the heart of the city.

What's Included:

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Accommodation
Day 2

Bath – Beyond Georgian and into Roman

Day 3

Bath – Kings of Legend

Day 4

Lacock – Medieval Fancy

Day 5

Cotswolds – Quintessential England

Day 6

Cotswolds – Castle Panorama

Day 7

Caernafon – Seeing Wales

Day 8

Windermere – A Special Touch of Lakes

Day 9

Windermere – Lakes at Leisure

Day 10

York – Visiting the Wall

Day 11

York – Watching the Glass

Day 12

London – Landing in London

Day 13

London – Matters of the Crown

Day 14

London – Leaving London

Trip Highlights

  • Experience the tranquil charm of traditional English villages set in the lush countryside
  • Witness Roman hot springs and elegant Georgian architecture in the beautiful city of Bath
  • Discover the mysterious ambiance of the Glastonbury Tor, where legend tells of Cetlic gods and the Isle of Avalon
  • Visit the extravagant Blenheim Palace where Winston Churchill was born
  • Stroll through the stunning medieval preserved town of Lacock
  • Enjoy the lush trees, verdant grasses, and reflective waters of the famous Lakes District
  • Marvel at the storybook image of Caernarfon Castle in Wales
  • Wander around a Roman auxiliary fort and magnificent Hadrian’s Wall
  • Bask in the colorful stained-glass of the York Minster Abbey
  • Revel in a Beefeater guided tour of the Tower of London

Starting Price

$8,000 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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England Tour Review: York, Castle Howard, Aysgarth Falls, Countryside, 7 Days

The trip was well planned for our needs by Zicasso's tour company. The guide was excellent, with good knowledge and attentiveness. The itinerary was spot on for our needs. It gave us everything we asked for, sometimes more.

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Zicasso's trip planner worked with my family for the better part of a year planning our big family trip. She provided exceptional service and planned every detail of our trip. We have a large family, with lots of moving parts. There were many changes in the itinerary along the way and she rolled with all the many changes. She was always polite, courteous, and graceful in her many interactions with our family.

She listened carefully during our initial conversations to help us plan the best trip possible. Being a large family, with multiple generations, she really created the best possible experience, taking in everyone's wishes. Working with her was very relieving, knowing she was taking care of all the details.

Our family's trip took us from the States to Ireland, Scotland, and England. We traveled on planes, trains, ferry, and drove a car. Our trip planner arranged every detail meticulously. We stayed in lovely, quaint, boutique hotels, ate the most wonderful foods, saw the amazing sights, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites across all three countries. From the Cliffs of Moher to the Culloden Moor Memorial to Stonehenge to castles grand and desolate; from beautiful cathedrals to old abbey ruins; from little country pubs to Michelin-starred restaurants; and even spending a couple days in an actual 17th-century castle, every minute was amazing! Truly amazing!

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Zicasso's travel company helped create a wonderful UK trip for my family. Their fine attention to detail, along with a spectacularly planned itinerary, was greatly appreciated. From our drivers to amazing tour guides - the one in White Cliffs of Dover, the one in Ireland, and the one in Scotland - this trip was spot-on perfect! 

The travel company's app was extremely helpful and user-friendly, and the lodging facilities chosen were perfect. In particular, the hotels located in the heart of each city made walking tours and exploring ideal. In addition, pre-planned excursions and activities added to an overall positive experience.

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