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Price: Starting from USD $180.46 per personDuration: 14 - 15 hours
York's city walls, built during the 13th century are amongst the most impressive medieval fortifications in Europe. Inside them you will find a thriving, bustling city centre with charming medieval streets and Georgian housing overlooking the River Ouse. The crowning glory is York Minster, the finest and largest Gothic Cathedral in Europe
Your independent day pack which has been designed to give you the best insight into the city includes a city sightseeing bus tour and a historic cruise on the River Ouse and ticket to the Yorvik Viking Centre.
The train trip from London to York takes approximately 2 hours each way, and you have the choice of travelling standard or first class. ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $87.72 per personDuration: Varies
Les Miserables follows the pursuits of Jean Valjean, released on parole after 19 years on the chain gang, finds that the yellow ticket of leave he must, by law, display condemns him to be an outcast. Only the saintly Bishop of Digne treats him kindly and Valjean, embittered by years of hardship, repays him by stealing some silver. Valjean is caught and brought back by police, and is astonished when the Bishop lies to the police to save him, also giving him two precious candlesticks. Valjean decides to start his life anew. But will fate allow him to?
Make the most of this memorable performance and enjoy a pre-show dinner at L'Escargot. This restaurant acts as a tribute to modern art, with Chagall, Miro, Matisse and Hockney hanging on the walls. The interior compliments the food, which is French and consists of risotto, rabbit, wild mushrooms and cheese.
Ticket Collection:
When you book your ticket, you will receive a voucher which must be printed. Your tickets will be held at the theatre box office for collection on the day of the performance, no earlier than one hour before performance time. You will be required to present your printed voucher, along with photo ID in exchange for your tickets. At this time, you will receive your ticket and seating assignment. ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $471.20 per personDuration: 5 Hours
Likely to Sell-out! Thames River New Years Eve Dinner on the "Symphony" regularly sells out weeks in advance. Book ahead of time to avoid disappointment.
Celebrate the New Year in London from the best vantage point aboard your Thames River Cruise!
Bateaux London's vessel Symphony, is undeniably the most elegant rivercruiser on the Thames. Her unique all-glass structure provides guests with uninterrupted views of London's most breathtaking sights. The Symphony's contemporary look with pale wooden floors and simple but elegant furniture is complimented by the light and airy atmosphere created by the large expanse of glass. Offering spectacular views there is simply no better seat on the river.
Enjoy a welcome glass of Champagne as you make your way to your table (non-window) to devour a sumptuous 5 course meal freshly prepared on board. Dance the night away with the onboard Live Entertainment. A selection of wines, beer and mineral water will be served throughout the evening with a celebratory Glass of Champagne at Midnight to bring in the New Year.
An experience not to be missed. ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $190.48 per personDuration: 9 - 9.5 hours
En-route to Leeds Castle, you will pass through Greenwich, which has a wealth of maritime history. You will see the National Maritime Museum, the Royal Naval College and the Old Royal Observatory.
Enjoy a traditional 3 course lunch with wine, served in the castle's Fairfax Hall in Leeds Castle. The Castle was described by Lord Conway as "The loveliest castle in the world" and spanning the centuries, it has had many lady owners so is now sometimes referred to as the "Ladies Castle".
After a tour of the castle, there will be time to explore the grounds where you will find the "Lady Baillie Garden" with views over the lake, an aviary and maze.
In the afternoon, you will continue to Canterbury. Canterbury Cathedral is the most important church within the worldwide Anglican faith. You will be amazed by its stunning architecture, dating back over 900 years.
Finally, to Dover to see the famous white chalk cliffs and Dover Castle, overlooking the busy harbor and the English Channel. Enjoy the fresh sea air before returning to London. ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $138.35 per personDuration: 9 - 9.5 hours
Start your tour at Windsor where you will have the opportunity to take photographs of the famous Windsor Castle.
Continue to Stonehenge where you can view the ancient stone circle, which was erected between 3,000BC and 1,600BC. Stonehenge remains a place of wonder and mystery. Who were the people who built it? Why did they build it? This 5,000 year old mystery confounds experts and visitors to this day.
Next travel to Salisbury, where you will see one of England's finest medieval cathedrals. Construction on the Cathedral started in 1220 and took 38 years to complete. It boasts the highest spire in England at 404 feet (123 meters). Lunch in Salisbury is included.
After lunch, travel to Bath, a spectacularly beautiful city which stands on the River Avon. The city's compactness and striking architecture of Roman baths and sweeping Georgian terraces, combine to produce one of the most elegant sights in Europe. Here you will have a walking tour highlighting some of the buildings for which Bath is famous; the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge. the Roman Baths and the spectacular Bath Abbey. ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $75.21 per personDuration: Varies
Skip The Lines! Book your VIP ticket for the Tutankhamun and The Golden Age of the Pharaohs Exhibition ahead of time to take advantage of jumping the queue. Don't waste time waiting in lines on vacation!
Marking the first time the treasures of King Tutankhamun have visited London in over 30 years, an extensive exhibition of more than 130 artifacts from the tomb of the celebrated Pharaoh and other Valley of the Kings ancestors will visit London from 15 November 2007. London is the only European city to host the treasures.
Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs is a collection of artifacts from the tomb of King Tutankhamun and other ancient royals. The exhibition is organized into 11 different galleries in the "bubble" at Londons O2 complex, and takes guests on a chronological journey of King Tutankhamun's period in the 18th dynasty.
Unlike the 1970's exhibition, which drew 1.8 million visitors to the British Museum, the current exhibition includes objects from King Tutankhamun's ancestors and relatives. Key items include King Tutankhamun's Royal Diadem (crown), King Tutankhamun's Coffinette, Tjuya's S-rcophagous (thought to be King Tutankhamun's grandmother), and many other priceless treasures and jewelry. All objects in the exhibition date back to the 18th dynasty and are more than 3,300 years old. The London exhibition marks the final time any objects from King Tutankhamun's tomb will travel outside of Egypt. So, don't miss this unique opportunity! ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $24.06 per personDuration: 4 hours
Join a London Bicycle Tour and take a ride to London's finest antiques market - Portobello Road Market. On the way to the Notting Hill market you will stop to see the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace (subject to operation).
After the famous procession has ended, you will continue to cycle though London's green corridor - St James's Park, Green Park and Hyde Park - bearly a car in site!
On arrival at Portobello Road Market you will park the bikes and meander with the crowds past the hundreds of stalls. Pick up a bargain or two and grab a bite to eat from one of the varied foreign food stalls. Keep your eyes open you might recognize some of the famous film locations of recent years such as Notting Hill. You will spend approxiimately 1 hour at the markets. ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $30.08 per personDuration: 5 hours
This London Bicycle Tour follows the gentle incline of the River Thames. Past Tower Bridge, into Docklands and though London's industrial heritage now converted to modern living. Arriving in Greenwich in time for lunch and shopping.
On Sunday the area hosts a wonderful craft and bric-a-brak market, or if this isn't your thing, you may prefer to take a ride up the hill to Greenwich Observatory for great views of the Thames River sweeping though London. You will have approximately 1.5 hours of free time on Greenwich.
The route back is takes you along the other side of the Thames and generally takes around 2 hours. You will walk through the Greenwich foot tunnel, cycle through the London docks and the Canary Wharf complex. Continue along the river through Shadwell to Tower Bridge, then through the city of London and over the Wobbly Bridge. ... read more »
