The 3 5-Day Experiences in England That Earn Their Price

1.5-Day Devon and Cornwall Small-Group Tour from London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $1,347Our pick

Travel from London to Devon and Cornwall in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with a driver-guide, staying four nights in Exeter and Falmouth. You’ll visit Stonehenge, Dartmoor, Tintagel, Port Isaac, Minack Theatre, Land’s End, St Ives, and Glastonbury. Choose between B&B and 3-star hotel lodging, and expect full days with plenty of scenic driving.

“It was very well organised with an interesting variety of locations travelling through Hampshire, Devon and Cornwall, stopping at key sites of interest en route. However what made the experience special was our Tour Driver/Guide, David Coatsworth (Rabbies) who’s warmth and kindness coupled with his knowledge and descriptions of all the places visited was truly impressive. As to accommodation, as a solo traveler I was extremely disappointed with the accommodation at the Exeter Town House. Although the bed was comfortable, the room was very small, the sink was narrow making it impossible to avoid banging one’s head against the wall on rinsing one’s face/cleaning teeth nor dripping water on the...”

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2.5-Day Discover Wales Small-Group Tour from London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $1,140Best value

Travel through Wales in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with a driver-guide, visiting Snowdonia, Harlech Castle, Cardigan Bay, Pembrokeshire, St Fagans, and Castle Combe. You spend two nights in Aberystwyth and two in Tenby, with breakfast and accommodation included. Expect scenic drives, free time, and some long days on the road.

“The tour was excellent. The tour guide,John, was funny, knowledgeable and processed the ability to pull the group of five single solo travelers and a family together to act as a single unit in this precarious time of Covid making each of us feel happy, safe and secure ; and at the same time practicing social distancing whenever possible. I love medieval history and the tour and guide gave me an unforgettable experience. The accommodations were excellent.”

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3.5-Day Heart of England, Wales & Yorkshire Small-Group Tour from London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $1,403

Travel from London in a 16-seat Mercedes minicoach with a driver-guide, visiting Stratford-upon-Avon, Ironbridge, Wales, Chatsworth, York, Lincoln, and Cambridge. You get four nights with breakfast in a B&B or three-star hotel, free time to explore, and a maximum group size of 16. Guides may include Russell, Steve, Ambrose, or Peter.

“Booked the five day heartland of England. I had a great time, I didn’t have to worry about transportation or lodging. In addition our guide Peter was very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. Most of all I like that the guide provides suggestions, you get to decide how to spend your time.”

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