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Richmond, Stratford-Upon-Avon, North Wales, Snowdonia, London
September 27 - October 3, 2027
North Wales is a stunning region with its dramatic landscapes and rich history. The combination of mountains, coastlines, and ancient architecture offers a unique experience for any traveler. You'll visit the iconic castles like Caernarfon and Conwy, steeped in history and offering breathtaking views.
We feature Bodysgallen Hall Hotel & Spa, a top-rated country house hotel owned and operated by the National Trust.
In England, Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, offers a charming glimpse into Tudor England. Also, St. Albans Cathedral, with its blend of architectural styles and long history dating back to Roman times. This tour in Wales and England is sure to be filled with memorable sights and fascinating history.
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Stratford-Upon-Avon
Conwy Castle, Wales
Bodysgallen Hall
Caernarfon Castle
St Albans Abbey
Buckingham Palace
- Welcome Reception & Dinner
- Visit And Tour Of Magnificent Stowe House And Gardens
- Early Evening Expert-Led Walking Tour Of Stratford-Upon-Avon, Including A Stop At Shakespeare’s Birthplace
- Visit To Glorious Conwy, Wales, Including Its Castle And Historic Town Centre
- Garden Tour Of Bodysgallen Hall With The Head Gardener
- Lecture By Dr. Mark Baker On Welsh Country Houses And His Work At Gwrych Castle (see below)
- Tour Of Magnificent Caernarfon Castle
- Tour Of Gwrych Castle With Dr. Mark Baker
- Visit To Plas Mawr, A Magnificent Town House, Nearly Unchanged Since The Elizabethan Period
- Tour of St Paul's Walden Bury, Childhood family home of Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother
- Visit To Historic St. Albans
- Farewell Dinner In London
For this tour we are pleased to be joined by Dr. Mark Baker who is a renowned Welsh architectural historian, and author of several books on Welsh country houses, the estates and their families.
Mark is currently the head of the ongoing restoration project at Gwrych Castle and he will offer us behind-the-scenes access to this ongoing and fascinating project.
Day 1 - Monday
- Arrivals To The Petersham Hotel, Richmond On The Edge Of The Beautiful Richmond Park
- Exploration Of Richmond Park
- Late Afternoon Walking Tour Of Historic Richmond
- Welcome To England Reception And Dinner
Today, as you arrive to London Heathrow, rest assured you have a short journey to Richmond-upon-Thames and the luxury of the Petersham Hotel. Upon your arrival you may want to rest or take the opportunity to explore Richmond Park, one of London’s great royal parks, or even explore the glories of The Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, which is nearby.
The early evening will include a walking tour of historic and beautiful Richmond and then our Welcome to England reception and dinner, where we will toast a great week ahead of exploration in England and Wales.
Day 2 - Tuesday
- Full English Breakfast At The Petersham Hotel In Richmond
- Visit And Tour Of Magnificent Stowe House And Gardens
- Early Evening Expert-Led Walking Tour Of Stratford-Upon-Avon Including A Stop At Shakespeare’s Birthplace
- Overnight In Stratford-Upon-Avon At The Stratford Hotel
Today, after a lovely breakfast in Richmond, we will journey in a luxury coach to Stowe House and Gardens, one of England’s finest.
Late afternoon, we’ll be off to Stratford-upon-Avon where guests will enjoy an expert-led walking tour of the historical city centre including Shakespeare’s Birthplace.
The evening will be at your leisure to explore more areas of this magnificent jewel of a town. After your exploration, you’ll be relaxing in The Stratford Hotel — just a short walk from the city centre.
Day 3 - Wednesday
- Breakfast At Our Hotel In Stratford-Upon-Avon
- Coach Journey To Wales
- Visit To Glorious Conwy, Wales, Including Its Castle And Historic Town Centre
- An Interactive Welsh Language Experience
- Garden Tour Of Bodysgallen Hall With The Head Gardener
- Unforgettable Group Dinner At Bodysgallen Hall
- Lecture By Dr. Mark Baker On Welsh Country Houses And His Work At Gwrych Castle
- Overnight Stay At The Top-Rated Bodysgallen Hall
Today we leave England behind to explore some of the Wonders of North Wales—a beautiful land set between the Snowdonia Mountain range and the Irish Sea. A land with a distinct identity and its own national language; a land filled with majestic castles and gorgeous gardens.
Our first stop in Wales will be Conwy—a walled city and home to Conwy Castle, a stronghold of King Edward I. You’ll love your time here for the quaint shops and cafes as well as the great history to be found here.
Today, we will also enjoy an interactive Welsh language experience so you can take with you a little of the local language/dialect as we continue our time in Wales. This afternoon, we will arrive to our home for the next two nights, the magnificent Bodysgallen Hall Hotel & Spa where you will luxuriate in the elegant surroundings of this top-rated country house hotel.
This evening, we will toast another great day together over a fine 3-course meal paired with wine.
Day 4 - Thursday
- Breakfast In The Beautiful Dining Room At Bodysgallen Hall
- Tour Of Magnificent Caernarfon Castle A Castle Of Edward I, And The Site Of The 1969 Investiture Of HRH The Prince Of Wales (now King Charles III)
- Tour Of Gwrych Castle With Dr. Mark Baker Dr. Mark Baker Manages The Trust And The Restoration Of Gwrych Castle
- Lunch At Gwrych Castle
- Afternoon At Bodysgallen Hall For Spa Use And Relaxation
- Group Dinner At Bodysgallen Hall
- Overnight At Bodysgallen Hall
After a relaxing breakfast at Bodysgallen Hall, we’ll be off for a day of exploration of some of the most beautiful castles in North Wales. We will journey to the town of Caernarfon—home of one of the strongholds of King Edward I, Caernarfon Castle. The castle is known in the present reign for its use as the backdrop for the investiture of Charles, Prince of Wales in 1969.
We will then head to Gwrych Castle where we will enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the ongoing restoration project with the person managing that work, Dr. Mark Baker. While at Gwrych, we’ll enjoy a group lunch in the picturesque surroundings of the castle.
This afternoon, you’ll have a little time to enjoy the spa at Bodysgallen or perhaps just a little rest and relaxation in the garden or the gorgeous library.
Day 5 - Friday
- Breakfast At Bodysgallen Hall
- Visit To Plas Mawr A Magnificent Town House, Nearly Unchanged Since The Elizabethan Period
- Group Dinner At Macdonald Ansty Hall Overnight At Ansty Hall (Near Coventry)
Today we will visit Plas Mawr, one of the finest Elizabethan town homes in the United Kingdom, where you will step into how a rich family in North Wales lived in the sixteenth century. Marvel at the fine plasterwork of this gem of Wales.
This afternoon en route back to England we will stop and enjoy some of the best views in the Snowdonia mountain region.
Tonight, we will dine and sleep at our next beautiful hotel, Ansty Hall near Coventry.
Day 6 - Saturday
- Full English Breakfast At Ansty Hall
- Tour of St Paul's Walden Bury Childhood family home of Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother
- Visit To Historic St. Albans Two Thousand Years Of History In One Beautiful Town
- Farewell Dinner In London
- Overnight Accommodations At Clermont Victoria Hotel Just steps from Buckingham Palace
Today will begin with a very special tour of St. Paul’s Walden Bury, the intimate family home of the Bowes-Lyon family and childhood home of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.
After your time at St. Paul’s Walden Bury, we will head to historic St. Albans where you can wander the lovely Saturday markets or perhaps pop into the glorious Abbey church, the oldest site of continuous Christian worship in Britain.
After your afternoon in St. Albans, we will head into Central London for a memorable dinner in London as we toast an unforgettable week exploring some of the Wonders of Wales and England.
Day 7 - Sunday
- Breakfast at Clermont Hotel, Victoria
- AM Departures from Central London
- Prefer small-group, intimate experiences
- Value culture, storytelling, and local insight
- Seek less crowded, more distinctive destinations
- Appreciate a premium, thoughtfully designed itinerary
Double Occupancy: US $4,995 Per Person
Single Occupancy (limited availability): US $5,995 Per Person
This is a land-only package. Airfare to and from the United Kingdom is NOT included.
We have created our own bespoke "lay away" system so that you can pay for your vacation, over time, before your departure.
On the booking page, simply choose the payment plan that suits you!
- 13 superior meals
- 6 nights of deluxe accommodations divided between Richmond, Stratford-upon-Avon, Conwy, Coventry and London
- Superior motor coach transportation between tour destinations
- Guides, tours and admission fees at tour venues
SPECIAL EXTRAS INCLUDED IN YOUR ITINERARY:
- Curator/expert led tours at various times
- Wine included with all group dinners
- Snacks at various points throughout the tour
- Welcome goodie bag with various gifts/niceties
Returning travelers with Transcendent® receive a 5% discount on the tour cost. Speak to us to receive your discount!
Discover with us, North Wales — set between the Snowdonia mountain range and the Irish Sea. This spectacular region is the perfect backdrop for many ancient castles and country houses. During our time together in Wales, you’ll soon discover just why this part of the world is so special.
With a Welsh language lesson, behind-the-scenes access with castle experts, and village shopping, you’ll soon feel like a local.
Our time in Wales will include visits to iconic castles, gorgeous country houses and ancient walled towns. No visit to the area would be complete without simultaneously enjoying fine dining and luxury hotels.
Our home for two nights will be the magnificent Bodysgallen Hall Hotel & Spa, where you will indulge yourself in the luxuries of this top-rated country house hotel owned and operated by the National Trust.
Apart from our time in Wales, we will enjoy many great stops in England including magnificent Stowe House and Gardens as well as Stratford-upon-Avon and St. Albans Cathedral.
Throughout the tour you can expect special touches that set our tours apart from the rest.
Also, I am pleased to be joined on this tour by Dr. Mark Baker who is an expert on the Welsh country house. He will offer us insights into the places we will visit, and you’ll enjoy getting to know his charming persona.
So come with us and discover the Wonders of Wales and England.
My Best,
Andrew Lannerd - Tour Director
Photo credit: West Yorkshire LVEP/James Mulkeen
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We have created our own bespoke "lay away" system so that you can pay for your vacation, over time, before your departure.
On the booking page, simply choose the payment plan that suits you!