The tour begins with a panoramic drive around parliament Square, to see Westminster Abbey, where many of England’s Kings, Queens, Statesmen, poets and writers are buried.

See other famous London sights, including Big Ben and the Gothic wonder that is the Houses of Parliament. Travel along Whitehall and Downing Street, the London residence of the Prime Minister, to Trafalgar Square. The proud Victorian center of London is watched over by Lord Nelson from the top of the 202 foot Nelson’s Column towering above the skyline.

See the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace in all its colorful pageantry, followed by a hearty well-earned lunch onboard one of London’s finest restaurants, The RS Hispaniola. Moored opposite the London Eye on the banks of the River Thames, sit back and enjoy the splendid fine dining experience that the Hispaniola has to offer. After lunch, join a Thames River Cruise for great views of the Gothic style Houses of Parliament, London Eye and London’s famous bridges.

Continue to the Tower of London. Jet black ravens guard this ancient fortress steeped in centuries of murder, treason and the untold secrets of the condemned. The Beefeaters will tell you about the Tower’s history and the Crown Jewels.

Continue to the square mile of the City of London, see the dome of St Paul’s Cathedral, Mansion House (home to the Lord Mayor of London), and the nearby Bank of England, known as The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street, at the heart of the city.

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Stonehenge - Private Viewing
Built nearly 5,000 years ago, Stonehenge is the most popular prehistoric monument in the world. Most visitors to the site are not allowed direct access to the stones however on this tour you get that access, with a private viewing of the mysterious monoliths. Enter the stone circle itself and stand beside the mighty rocks towering above. Your guide will explain the history of this ancient site and there will be time to enjoy the peace, away from the crowds, as you experience Stonehenge at its atmospheric best.

As the sun begins to set, you will enter the stone circle (normally closed to the public) for a unique private viewing. On selected days the tour operates in reverse, beginning with a private viewing of Stonehenge before it opens to the public in the morning, so you see the stones in the eerie morning light.

Lacock
Lacock Village is a little known, picturesque village dating back to the Saxon era. Many of the buildings originally formed part of an extensive monastic complex and are now owned by The National Trust. The village has provided the setting for many movies and television dramas including Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, and more recently Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone. Take a walk before enjoying an early evening supper* (breakfast for morning tours*) in The George, a vintage English pub built in 1361. *food/drink not included.

Bath
Bath, a world heritage site, is a beautiful Georgian city with delightful crescents, terraces and architecture. There will be time to visit Bath Abbey, or to shop and explore. Your guide will offer an optional walking tour to show you where Charles Dickens lived and worked as a young man, and give you a chance to sample cheeses fresh from the local dairy farms. Enter the magnificent Roman Baths, where over one million litres of boiling water still burst free from the hot springs everyday.

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Your day starts at the home of the Royal Family for 900 years: Windsor Castle - the largest and oldest occupied Castle in the world. Its proud, strong walls dominate the delightful town that has grown around the castle over the years. You will see the lavishly decorated State Apartments containing priceless furniture in glorious colors and St George’s Chapel, home to the 14th Century Order of the Royal Garter, our senior chivalric order. You will also see the Windsor Changing of the Guard in all its colorful pageantry and splendor.

Going even further back in time through rolling green Wiltshire landscape to Stonehenge, a collection of stones dragged 5,000 years ago to this lonely plain near Salisbury. Who built it? Why? These questions have haunted the minds of centuries of scholars. Set in a landscape dotted with prehistoric mounds and carvings, Stonehenge continues to enthrall the imagination and captivate the heart of every visitor.

On to Bath, the jewel of the West Country, famous for its elegant Georgian architecture and greenery. During the panoramic tour of Bath you will be enchanted by its beautifully proportioned streetscapes and lovingly cultivated flowerbeds. See the “lantern of the West” Bath Abbey, the often-photographed Pulteney Bridge, modeled on the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, and the Georgian Crescents that helped make Bath so famous. During the tour you will visit the Roman Baths that made the City famous, the best preserved Roman spa from the ancient world stunningly restored during the Victorian era.

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The British Airways London Eye is the world’s tallest observation wheel at 135 meters high. Located on the banks of the River Thames it offers unrivaled views over London.

Since opening at the turn of the century, the London Eye has become an iconic landmark, with a status that can be compared to Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eros and the Tower of London. It has been used as a backdrop in countless films and for innumerable TV programs. A source of pride for the whole country as well as the capital, the London Eye is the most distinctive addition this century to the world’s greatest city, loved by Britons and tourists alike.

In fact, in its short life, it has become the most popular paid for UK visitor attraction, visited by over 3.5 million people a year (an average of 10,000 a day). A breathtaking feat of design and engineering, passengers in the London Eye’s capsules can see up to 40 kilometers in all directions, in complete comfort and safety.

But there’s much, much more to the London Eye than its views and its engineering. It plays an integral role in the community, has become something of a gateway or a symbol for London and offers a unique venue for corporate events and entertainment.

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Wicked, a spectacular hit on Broadway, tells the untold story of the legendary witches from Frank L Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. When Dorothy famously triumphed in Oz, only one side if the story was told. Now, Wicked brings to life the captivating and surprising story of how misunderstood, green girl named Elphaba became the Wicked Witch of the West.

Based on Gregory Maguire’s best selling novel, Wicked transports audiences to a fantasy land of wizardry and witchcraft, with Grammy award winning music, Tony award winning sets and costumes, and stunning special effects.

Winner of 15 major awards, the New York Times calls Wicked “Broadway’s biggest blockbuster” Experience this magical adventure and discover the whole story about the land of Oz.

Make the most of this memorable performance and enjoy a pre-show dinner at the Chez Gerard Opera Terrace. Dine on succulent French cuisine amid the shops, theatres, and bustling ambience of London’s most famous piazza, Covent Garden.

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. 

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