DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from the USA.
DAY 2: MANCHESTER: Arrive in Manchester in the morning. This showplace of the heritage of English industrialism is also home to the world-famous Manchester United Soccer Club. After you arrive in the city center by bus or rail, experience why travelers all over rave about a full English breakfast at a local pub. Watch the streets of Manchester come to life as you enjoy your bacon, eggs, fried potatoes, beans, tomatoes, and sausages. Go behind the scenes at Old Trafford Stadium and see this hallowed playing field through the eyes of Manchester United greats. Come face to face with the legacy of the renowned University of Manchester. Take time to unpack and rest before enjoying the sites of Manchester on your own. A journey through the past and present of football at the National Football Museum is a great way to spend some time in the afternoon and early evening.
DAY 3: MANCHESTER: Depart Manchester bound for the historic town of Conway in Wales. A little down the road you will find Chester, a walled market town, that was once a Roman military stronghold during the days when this region was under the yoke of a faraway empire. Jumping ahead a few centuries in Conway, Conway Castle is perhaps one of the greatest examples of 13th and 14th-century military installations in Europe.
DAY 4: MANCHESTER: “Youth, Courage, Greatness!” You will experience first-hand the meaning of this Manchester United motto at a match between this mighty team and a traditional rival. Top off your day with a dinner at The Lost Dane, a local favorite for locals and visitors.
DAY 5: MANCHESTER/OXFORD: Depart Manchester by bus or rail and pay a visit to the Bard of Stratford-upon-Avon. The birthplace of history’s greatest poet William Shakespeare boasts more than 800 years of history. Lines such as “To Be Or Not To Be”, “Oh For A Muse Of Fire”, and “Romeo, Romeo”, echo through the streets of the birthplace of Shakespeare. Oxford’s Christ Church College is one of the largest of the University of Oxford and was the inspiration for the Hogwart’s dining hall in the Harry Potter films. Overnight in this classic college town.
DAY 6: OXFORD/LONDON: On your journey to London take a detour through history and the unknown. The famous Roman Baths were created by taming geothermal energy and provided the occupying Romans with large bathhouses used to discuss business and to socialize with friends and family. What is Stonehenge? No one really knows. Is it the ruins of a temple constructed for the worship of ancient earth deities? Is it just a massive collection of rocks? Britain’s greatest national icon symbolizes the mystery, power, and endurance of a proud people. Your evening in London, Europe’s largest city, will be full of adventure and fun.
DAY 7: LONDON: “Look Kids, Big Ben…Parliament!” You will feel like you are in a movie as you view and tour the iconic sites of London; the House of Parliament; Big Ben; the Strand. Witness the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace. Stand where every English King and Queen has had a crown placed on his or her head since William the Conqueror ascended to the throne in 1066 in Westminster Abbey. Speaking of heads, your tour of the 900-year old the Tower of London will take you to a time and a place where many people not only lost their crowns but their heads as well.
DAY 8: LONDON: Paris has the Eiffel Tower, New York the Empire State Building, and London has the London Eye. The world’s largest observation wheel offers a spectacular way to marvel at over 55 of London’s most famous landmarks in just 30 minutes! Stroll along the Thames River soaking in all the culture and history that this ancient city has to offer before meeting up with your group for a special “Goodbye London” dinner.
DAY 9: FLIGHT HOME Depart London and arrive in the USA later in the day. Welcome home!
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from the USA.
DAY 2: MANCHESTER: Arrive in Manchester in the morning. This showplace of the heritage of English industrialism is also home to the world-famous Manchester United Soccer Club. After you arrive in the city center by bus or rail, experience why travelers all over rave about a full English breakfast at a local pub. Watch the streets of Manchester come to life as you enjoy your bacon, eggs, fried potatoes, and sausages. Go behind the scenes at Old Trafford Stadium and see this hallowed playing field through the eyes of Manchester United greats. Come face to face with the legacy of the renowned University of Manchester. Time to unpack and rest before enjoying the sites of Manchester on your own. A journey through the past and present of football at the National Football Museum is a great way to spend some time in the afternoon and early evening.
DAY 3: MANCHESTER: Depart Manchester bound for the historic town of Conway in Wales. A little down the road you will find Chester, a walled market town that was once a Roman military stronghold during the days when this region was under the yoke of a faraway empire. Jumping ahead a few centuries in Conway, Conway Castle is perhaps one of the greatest examples of 13th and 14th-century military installations in Europe.
DAY 4: MANCHESTER: “Youth, Courage, Greatness!” You will experience first hand the meaning of this Manchester United motto at a match between this mighty team and a traditional rival. Top off your day with a dinner at The Lost Dane, a local favorite for locals and visitors.
DAY 5: MANCHESTER/OXFORD: Depart Manchester by bus or rail and pay a visit to the Bard of Stratford-upon-Avon. The birthplace of history’s greatest poet William Shakespeare boasts more than 800 years of history. Lines such as “To Be Or Not To Be”, “Oh For A Muse Of Fire”, and “Romeo, Romeo”, echo through the streets of the birthplace of Shakespeare. Oxford’s Christ Church College is one of the largest of the University of Oxford and was the inspiration for the Hogwart’s dining hall in the Harry Potter films. Overnight in this classic college town.
DAY 6: OXFORD/LONDON: On your journey to London take a detour through history and the unknown. The famous Roman Baths were created by taming geothermal energy and provided the occupying Romans with large bathhouses used to discuss business and socialize with friends and family. What is Stonehenge? No one really knows. Is it the ruins of a temple constructed for the worship of ancient earth deities? Is it just a massive collection of rocks? Britain’s greatest national icon symbolizes the mystery, power, and endurance of a proud people. Your evening in London, Europe’s largest city will be full of adventure and fun.
DAY 7: LONDON: “Look Kids, Big Ben…Parliament!” You will feel like you are in a movie as you view and tour the iconic sites of London; the House of Parliament; Big Ben; the Strand; and witness the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace. Stand where every English and Queen has had a crown placed on his or her head since William the Conqueror ascended to the throne in 1066 in Westminster Abbey. Speaking of heads, your tour of the 900-year old the Tower of London will take you to a time and a place where many people not only lost their crowns but their heads as well.
DAY 8: LONDON: Paris has the Eiffel Tower, New York the Empire State Building, and London has the London Eye. The world’s largest observation wheel offers a spectacular way to take in over 55 of London’s most famous landmarks in just 30 minutes! Stroll along the Thames River soaking in all the culture and history that this ancient city has to offer before meeting up with your group for a special “Goodbye London” dinner.
DAY 9: FLIGHT HOME Depart London and arrive in the USA later in the day. Welcome home!
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from the USA.
DAY 2: MANCHESTER: Arrive in Manchester in the morning. This showplace of the heritage of English industrialism is also home to the world-famous Manchester United Soccer Club. After you arrive in the city center by bus or rail, experience why travelers all over rave about a full English breakfast at a local pub. Watch the streets of Manchester come to life as you enjoy your bacon, eggs, fried potatoes, and sausages. Go behind the scenes at Old Trafford Stadium and see this hallowed playing field through the eyes of Manchester United greats. Come face to face with the legacy of the renowned University of Manchester. Time to unpack and rest before enjoying the sites of Manchester on your own. A journey through the past and present of football at the National Football Museum is a great way to spend some time in the afternoon and early evening.
DAY 3: MANCHESTER: Depart Manchester bound for the historic town of Conway in Wales. A little down the road you will find Chester, a walled market town that was once a Roman military stronghold during the days when this region was under the yoke of a faraway empire. Jumping ahead a few centuries in Conway, Conway Castle is perhaps one of the greatest examples of 13th and 14th-century military installations in Europe.
DAY 4: MANCHESTER: “Youth, Courage, Greatness!” You will experience first hand the meaning of this Manchester United motto at a match between this mighty team and a traditional rival. Top off your day with a dinner at The Lost Dane, a local favorite for locals and visitors.
DAY 5: MANCHESTER/OXFORD: Depart Manchester by bus or rail and pay a visit to the Bard of Stratford-upon-Avon. The birthplace of history’s greatest poet William Shakespeare boasts more than 800 years of history. Lines such as “To Be Or Not To Be”, “Oh For A Muse Of Fire”, and “Romeo, Romeo”, echo through the streets of the birthplace of Shakespeare. Oxford’s Christ Church College is one of the largest of the University of Oxford and was the inspiration for the Hogwart’s dining hall in the Harry Potter films. Overnight in this classic college town.
DAY 6: OXFORD/LONDON: On your journey to London take a detour through history and the unknown. The famous Roman Baths were created by taming geothermal energy and provided the occupying Romans with large bathhouses used to discuss business and socialize with friends and family. What is Stonehenge? No one really knows. Is it the ruins of a temple constructed for the worship of ancient earth deities? Is it just a massive collection of rocks? Britain’s greatest national icon symbolizes the mystery, power, and endurance of a proud people. Your evening in London, Europe’s largest city will be full of adventure and fun.
DAY 7: LONDON: “Look Kids, Big Ben…Parliament!” You will feel like you are in a movie as you view and tour the iconic sites of London; the House of Parliament; Big Ben; the Strand; and witness the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace. Stand where every English and Queen has had a crown placed on his or her head since William the Conqueror ascended to the throne in 1066 in Westminster Abbey. Speaking of heads, your tour of the 900-year old the Tower of London will take you to a time and a place where many people not only lost their crowns but their heads as well.
DAY 8: LONDON: Paris has the Eiffel Tower, New York the Empire State Building, and London has the London Eye. The world’s largest observation wheel offers a spectacular way to take in over 55 of London’s most famous landmarks in just 30 minutes! Stroll along the Thames River soaking in all the culture and history that this ancient city has to offer before meeting up with your group for a special “Goodbye London” dinner.
DAY 9: FLIGHT HOME Depart London and arrive in the USA later in the day. Welcome home!
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from the USA.
DAY 2: MANCHESTER: Arrive Manchester in the morning. This showplace of the heritage of English industrialism is also home to the world famous Manchester United Soccer Club. After you arrive in the city center by bus or rail, experience why travelers all over rave about a full English breakfast at a local pub. Watch the streets of Manchester come to life as you enjoy your bacon, eggs, fried potatoes and sausages. Go behind the scenes at Old Tafford Stadium and see this hallowed playing field through the eyes of Manchester United greats. Come face to face with the legacy of the renowned University of Manchester. Time to unpack and rest before enjoying the sites of Manchester on your own. A journey through the past and present of football at the National Football Museum is a great way to spend some time in the afternoon and early evening.
DAY 3: MANCHESTER: Depart Manchester bound for the historic town of Conway in Wales. A little down the road you will find Chester, a walled market town that was once a Roman military stronghold during the days when this region was under the yoke of a far away empire. Jumping ahead a few centuries in Conway, Conway Castle is perhaps one of the greatest examples of 13th and 14th century military installations in Europe.
DAY 4: MANCHESTER: “Youth, Courage, Greatness!” You will experience first hand the meaning of this Manchester United motto at a match between this mighty team and a traditional rival. Top off your day with a dinner at The Lost Dane, a local favorite for locals and visitors.
DAY 5: MANCHESTER/OXFORD: Depart Manchester by bus or rail and pay a visit to the Bard of Strattford-upon-Avon. The birthplace of history’s greatest poet William Shakespeare, boasts more than 800 years of history. Lines such as “To Be Or Not To Be”, “Oh For A Muse Of Fire”, and “Romeo, Romeo”, echo through the streets of the birthplace of Shakespeare. Oxford’s Christ Church College is one of the largest of the University of Oxford and was the inspiration for the Hogwart’s dining hall in the Harry Potter films. Overnight in this classic college town.
DAY 6: OXFORD/LONDON: On your journey to London take a detour through history and the unknown. The famous Roman Baths were created by taming geothermal energy and provided the occupying Romans with large bathhouses used to discuss business and socialize with friends and family. What is Stonehenge? No one really knows. Is it the ruins of a temple constructed for the worship of ancient earth deities? Is it just a massive collection of rocks? Britain’s greatest national icon symbolizes the mystery, power and endurance of a proud people. Your evening in London, Europe’s largest city will be full of adventure and fun.
DAY 7: LONDON: “Look Kids, Big Ben…Parliament!” You will feel like you are in a movie as you view and tour the iconic sites of London; House of Parliament; Big Ben; the Strand; and witness the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace. Stand where every English and Queen has had a crown placed on his or her head since William the Conqueror ascended to the throne in 1066 in Westminster Abbey. Speaking of heads, your tour of the 900-year old the Tower of London will take you to a time and a place where many people not only lost their crowns, but their heads as well.
DAY 8: LONDON: Paris has the Eiffel Tower, New York the Empire State Building, and London has the London Eye. The world’s largest observation wheel offers a spectacular way to take in over 55 of London’s most famous landmarks in just 30 minutes! Stroll along the Thames River soaking in all the culture and history that this ancient city has to offer before meeting up with your group for a special “Goodbye London” dinner.
DAY 9: FLIGHT HOME Depart London and arrive USA later in the day. Welcome home!
Country Description
If you’re an early riser, you could watch the sun come up over Stonehenge, catch a train to London to see a play at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in the early evening, and still have time for dinner at a famous restaurant in the West End. If royalty is more your thing, take the underground down to the Tower of London and walk the same ground that William the Conqueror and Henry VIII walked—or step into one of the prison towers to see what it was like for their enemies, and view the city at night from the new London Eye Walkthrough London’s Hyde Park and get an earful at Speaker’s Corner. Step down into Liverpool’s Cavern Club and find yourself in the room that launched the Beatles to their worldwide fame, or visit Manchester’s Old Trafford to see the home of the world’s most famous football club. But don’t forget to come back to London, because there will always be something to see there. Samuel Johnson once wrote, “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life.” Spend one day in the city and you’ll know what he meant. You’ll also immediately have two questions: “How long do I get to stay?” and “When do I get to come back?”
England is one of the world’s leading financial centers and is home to the influential London Stock Exchange. Imagine bringing your MBA students on a tour here, and educating them about global finance! It serves as the home base for corporations such as BP, HSBC, and Unilever, as well as providing satellite offices for many of the world’s most important companies. The failure of the Scottish Independence referendum in 2014 provides England (and the rest of the United Kingdom) with a degree of political stability, and it looks like London will be one of the dominant players on the European stage for a long time to come.
TourBitz – Travel Tidbits for your international Adventure!
Official Name: England
Capital: London
Language(s): English
Major Industries: Service sector with the traditional manufacturing industry on decline.
Currency: Pound Sterling
Population: est. 54 million
Fun TourBitz: French was the official language of England for close to 300 years (1066 -1632).