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Arrive
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Day 1 Arrive in UK; transfer to the Cotswolds
Upon arrival into London's Heathrow airport, meet your private driver guide who will whisk you into the heart of the Cotswolds. Check into Lucknam Park, near Bath. In the afternoon, you might like to arrange a riding session at the hotel's own state-of-the-art stables, tailored to the equestrian abilities of everyone in the family.
Overnight: Lucknam Park
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Day 2 Discover the mystery of Stonehenge and the majesty of Bath
Meet your driver guide and travel to the epic neolithic stones at Stonehenge. Uncover the mysteries of this sacred site with your guide before journeying the short distance to the glorious town of Bath. Depending on your interests, you might like to visit the ancient Roman Baths, walk the beautiful Regency streets in Jane Austen's footsteps - and be sure to save room for a famous 'Bath bun', a delicious sweet treat to savour!
Overnight: Lucknam Park
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Day 3 Explore the Cotswolds’ hidden treasures
Today, head out to explore the villages of the Cotswolds. You might like to visit the Cotswolds Motor Museum and its splendid collection of old cars and caravans, or the famous model village with its perfect miniature form of Bourton on the Water. In the afternoon, we suggest making some animal friends in the local area. Depending on the time of year, you might wish to meet the Cotswolds reindeer for fabulous festive memories, or the Cotswolds alpacas who are happy to be taken for a walk through the picturesque streets of Painswick!
Overnight: Lucknam Park
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Day 4 A day in Windsor
This morning, check out of Lucknam Park and travel eastwards towards England's capital. En route, stop off at Windsor Castle, the oldest inhabited castle in the world, and explore the magnificent rooms of the castle with your guide. From here a short stroll will bring you to the River Thames where a private river cruiser will be waiting for you. Board the boat and savour a delicious picnic as you cruise through the English countryside watching the beautiful scenery slip past. Finishing your cruise, transfer into Central London to check into your hotel and spend the evening at leisure.
Overnight: The Kensington
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Day 5 A day of royal treats
This morning, meet your guide and head out to the Royal Mews, to discover the royal family's collection of cars, carriages, barges and - if you're lucky - horses! From here, walk the short distance to observe the Changing of the Guard - the centuries old tradition of handing over the old guard to the new, with musical accompaniment by the bands of the foot guards. Keep your ears tuned for your favourite song - it's not just marching songs you'll hear, everything from Star Wars to Adele and even Blackpink have featured in recent years! This afternoon, make your way to your private cookery lesson to uncover the secrets of British afternoon tea. You'll spend a couple of sweetly flavoured hours creating scones, cakes and bakes fit for a queen, with plenty to take away with you at the end.
Overnight: The Kensington
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Day 6 Discover London from the water and the sky
This morning, make your way to the London Eye, the huge observation wheel on the southbank of the River Thames. You'll gain a bird's eye view of the city, and - on a clear day - you may even be able to see as far as Windsor Castle, some 25 miles away. Back at ground level, board a speed boat on the River Thames for a high speed, high adrenaline zoom through the city! In the afternoon, savour a taste of London with a unique twist; a Charlie and the Chocolate Factory themed tea awaits, packed with delicious chocolate flavours, magical moments and surprises along the way.
Option: Upgrade to a private capsule on the London Eye for uninterrupted views of the city skyline, and complete privacy.
Overnight: The Kensington
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Day 7 The Tower of London and an afternoon of chocolate
Today's explorations commence in the east of city. Boarding a Thames Clipper high speed water taxi you'll zoom to the iconic Tower Bridge with time for fabulous family photos before venturing inside the Tower of London. Here you'll meet a Yeoman Warder [the proper name for a Beefeater], see the glittering Crown Jewels, gape at medieval suits of armour and find out just what is so special about the Tower's crows!
In the afternoon, make sure you still have some appetite as a private chocolate making class for all the family awaits. Perhaps use your Willy Wonka themed adventures from the day before as inspiration for your own sweet creation!
Option: Upgrade to a private pre-opening tour of the Tower of London to see the Crown Jewels in complete privacy.
Overnight: The Kensington
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Day 8 Airport transfer
Check out of The Kensington, and take a private transfer to London's Heathrow airport.
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Depart
