This is a preliminary itinerary for our group.
Mar 24, 2010 Overnight Flight
Depart from the USA.
Mar 25, 2010 London
Arrive in the bustling city of London. Relax, unpack, and become acquainted with the city. (D)
Mar 26, 2010 London
A city sightseeing tour with a local guide includes a visit to St. Paul's Cathedral and shows you Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament, and Buckingham Palace, home of the Changing of the Guard. In the afternoon, why not experience London's literary history with a visit the British Museum's Reading Room, where great writers, including Oscar Wilde, George Bernard Shaw and H.G. Wells have sat throughout the years? Tonight enjoy a world-class theater performance in London's famous West End. (B,D)
Mar 27, 2010 London
All the world may be a stage, but to get an authentic feel of Shakespeare's theater it is essential to visit the reconstructed Globe Theatre. Attend a workshop, conducted by actors, that introduces you to both the plays of Shakespeare and the conditions in which Elizabethan actors worked. During free time for exploring this afternoon, you may want to visit Madame Tussaud's famous wax museum or shop on Oxford Street. Enjoy meal vouchers for the original Hard Rock Café today. (B,D)
Mar 28, 2010 London
Today set out to explore Oxford, the oldest and grandest of England's universities. Continue to Stratford-upon-Avon to visit Anne Hathaway's Cottage and Shakespeare's Birthplace. If time permits take a backstage tour with your group leader. After a pre-theater dinner, experience a performance by the world renowned Royal Shakespeare Company. In the event that it is unavailable, a play in London's West End will be substituted. (B,D)
Mar 29, 2010 London
Today take the train out to visit Hampton Court with your group leader. Return to London for dinner and a free evening. (B,D)
Mar 30, 2010 London
Enjoy a full-day excursion to Bath, Stonehenge and Salisbury. In Bath, see the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and the Roman Baths. Continue to the mysterious circles of Stonehenge, where sunrise rites are said to have occurred over 4,000 years ago. Finish the day with a visit to the town of Salisbury, best known for its magnificent cathedral. (B,D)
Mar 31, 2010 London
The city of London is yours to discover today, or you may want to take advantage of an optional excursion to Canterbury and Dover Castle. Journey to Canterbury and tour the great Cathedral. Visit the site of the martyrdom of Thomas Becket, and see his portrait in the Thomas Becket Window. Continue to Dover, visiting the twelfth century fortress that stands above the famed White Cliffs. This evening enjoy one last theater performance in London. (B,D)
Apr 1, 2010 Departure
Depart for the USA. Optional Extensions and Extra Nights: Further immerse yourself in the culture and delights of England's capital with an extra night in London, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager. (B)
