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KPBS Public Media presents…
British Landscapes August 12 – 23, 2014
YOU’RE INVITED TO A SPECIAL TRAVEL PRESENTATION See Back Cover
For more information contact Collette Vacations
1-800-581-8942 Reference booking #568413
www.kpbs.org/britishlandscapes
250$
12 Days ● 16 Meals: 10 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners
BOOK NOW see please note section for details
Double $5,299 * Single $5,949
Regular rates: Double $5,549 Single $6,199
Included in Price: Round Trip Air from San Diego Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $230 per person
* All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change
IMPORTANT CONDITIONS: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. Once deposited, you have 7 days to send us written consumer consent or withdraw consent and receive a full refund. (See registration form for consent.)
250$
HIGHLIGHTS… London, Highclere Castle, London Theatre Performance, Cambridge, York, Edinburgh Castle, Lake District, North Wales, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds, Stonehenge
Day 1: Tuesday, August 12, 2014 Overnight Flight Feel the vibrant energy of
England, hear the unique sounds of
Scotland and see the rolling countryside
of Wales on a trip that combines the
exploration of dramatic history and
natural wonders.
Day 2: Wednesday, August 13, 2014 London, England - Tour Begins Your tour
begins in London, the cosmopolitan and
historic capital of Britain. This evening,
join your fellow travelers for a welcome
dinner. (D)
Day 3: Thursday, August 14, 2014 London - Winchester - Highclere Castle - London Travel to historic Winchester, the ancient
capital of England, and explore its
majestic cathedral, one of the largest in
Europe. This afternoon you enter the
world of Downton Abbey as you visit
Highclere Castle, filming location for
this show. Highclere is the home of the
Earls of Carnarvon and has one of the
world’s best private Egyptian
collections. Enjoy full access to the castle,
the Egyptian exhibition and the grounds.
Tonight may be the night you elect to
enjoy Diner’s Choice…choose the perfect
spot from a “menu” of London’s great
restaurants or save this culinary adventure
for later in your journey*. (B, D)
Day 4: Friday, August 15, 2014 London This morning, see the quintessential sights
of London with a local guide. View
Buckingham Palace, the Tower of
London, Big Ben, the Houses of
Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and the
changing of the guard**. Enjoy an
afternoon at leisure to further explore one
of the world’s greatest cities. (B)
Day 5: Saturday, August 16, 2014 London Enjoy the freedom of a full day at leisure
to explore all that London has to offer.
Visit the British Museum, shop at Harrods
or soar above the skyline on the London
Eye. The possibilities are endless. Later
today, enjoy one of London’s
spectacular theatre performances***.
(B)
Day 6: Sunday, August 17, 2014 London - Cambridge - York Today you visit
Cambridge, home of the famous
university which is more than 800 years
old. Later, stroll through the medieval city
of York. See the famous Minster and walk
on the “Shambles,” a quaint, narrow street
that appears today almost as it did during
the Middle Ages. Here you’ll find great
shopping and a street that is so narrow in
parts that you can almost reach both sides
with your outstretched arms. (B, D)
Day 7: Monday, August 18, 2014 York - Border Region - Edinburgh, Scotland Head
north through the rolling fields on your
way to Bonnie (“lovely” in Scottish)
Scotland. Stretching across the country
you will find Hadrian’s Wall, which
once marked the northern border of the
Roman Empire. Stop to see this ancient
fortification that was begun in AD 122
to protect Roman Britain from the
tribes of Scotland. Next, drive through
Scotland’s Border region before arriving
in Edinburgh, the "Athens of the North."
Enjoy discovering Scotland's exciting
capital city which is rich in scenic beauty
and culture. (B, D)
Day 8: Tuesday, August 19, 2014 Edinburgh Enjoy a locally-guided tour of
Edinburgh that includes a visit to
Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish
crown jewels. You will get a glimpse of
what life is like for the royals during
your visit to the Palace of
Holyroodhouse****, the Queen's
official residence in Edinburgh and
once the home of Mary, Queen of Scots. Tonight you will experience the famed
Military Tattoo. (B)
Day 9: Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Edinburgh - Lake District, England - Wales Your final stop in Scotland is at the border
town of Gretna Green, where generations
of runaway couples came to be married.
Later, return to England and travel
through the picturesque Lake District. In
the heart of the Lake District, visit the
charming village of Grasmere, home of
the poet William Wordsworth. End your
day with an overnight stay in beautiful
Ruthin Castle situated in the north of
Wales. Tonight, enjoy a typical Welsh-
style dinner followed by traditional
entertainment. (B, D)
Day 10: Thursday, August 21, 2014 Wales - Stratford-upon-Avon Journey to
Stratford-upon-Avon, your home for the
next two nights and birthplace of William
Shakespeare, England’s most famous
playwright. Walk in Shakespeare’s
footsteps, visiting his birthplace as well
as Anne Hathaway's thatch-roofed
cottage, the childhood home of the
author's wife. (B)
Day 11: Friday, August 22, 2014 Stratford - Stonehenge - Cotswolds - Stratford No
visit to Britain would be complete
without a visit to Stonehenge. Start your
day at this mystical and fascinating site.
Then, travel through some of England’s
most beautiful countryside. Explore the
picturesque villages of the idyllic
Cotswolds region, such as Stow-on-the-
Wold or Bourton-on-the-Water. Tonight,
join your fellow travelers for a farewell
dinner as you toast the conclusion of a
wonderful trip. (B, D)
Day 12: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Stratford-upon-Avon - Tour Ends Your
journey through Britain ends today. (B)
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE Day 1 Overnight Flight
Days 2 – 5 Kensington Close Hotel & Spa, London
Day 6 York Hotel, York
Days 7, 8 King James Thistle Hotel, Edinburgh
Day 9 Ruthin Castle, Ruthin
Days 10, 11 Falcon Hotel, Stratford-Upon-Avon
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Experience It! Downton Abbey In the county of Hampshire, England stands the magnificent Highclere Castle – otherwise
known as Downton Abbey. The worldwide phenomenon (seen on PBS in the United
States) is filmed here; the show uses the exterior and interior of the castle as the setting
for the tragedies and triumphs of the Crawley family. In reality, the castle is home to the
Earl and Countess of Carnarvon and the 1,000-acre site has been in their family's name
since 1679. As you walk along the grounds in the same footsteps as Lord and Lady
Grantham, and see with your own eyes the rooms in which Matthew and Lady Mary
began their tumultuous love affair, you will truly feel as if you have stepped back through
time (or perhaps through your television).
PLEASE NOTE: Book Now rates valid until Jan 13, 2014, valid on air inclusive packages only. To complete your vacation, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing Collette airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of
purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.
Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. *Diner’s Choice is scheduled on Day 3 of your itinerary; however, you may choose to dine on Day 4 or 5 instead. It’s your choice!
For important reservation information visit www.collettevacations.com/link/568413. You can also find this information on your tour documents.
**The changing of the guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace is not held every day. When it is not available, a stop will still be made at the Palace.
***On most dates the theatre performance will be a matinee performance. ****The Palace of Holyroodhouse may occasionally be closed when the Queen is in residence or for official state functions.
Days and features are interchangeable.
Passengers arriving into Edinburgh between August 1-23, 2014 will be provided with tickets to the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Please note the date of
the Military Tattoo may change based upon availability.
Air passengers will arrive and depart from London airports. On day 12, all transfers will depart from Stratford-upon-Avon for the London airports.
This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven grounds and cobblestone streets.
Air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and dates.
Included Meals Key: B = Breakfast, D = Dinner
NOTES:
For more information visit www.collettevacations.com/link/568413
British Landscapes
RES#: 568413 TRAVEL DATE: 8/12/2014 TERRITORY: W4 For Reservations Contact: Collette Vacations 1-800-581-8942 Ref. #568413 To secure your reservation, mail your reservation form and deposit to: Collette Vacations, 162 Middle Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860, or fax to: 401-727-9014
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Phone: 1-800-752-2655 Fax: 1-401-727-9014
BOOKING NUMBER: 568413 TOUR: British Landscapes featuring Highclere Castle
DEPARTURE DATE: August 12, 2014 GROUP NAME: KPBS Public Media
Available Options
Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your
individual experience. Complete the provided Prepaid Options Form to reserve your options.
Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to
departure. Prices are subject to change.
Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult.
London
An Afternoon at Windsor Castle $70 USD
Step into the formal world of the British Monarchy when you visit the stately and expansive Windsor Castle. Her
Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II uses Windsor as both a private home and a Royal residence where formal duties of state
are performed. Windsor’s one thousand rooms make it the largest inhabited castle in the world. It dates back to the
1070s, when William the Conqueror built the original wooden structure, now replaced by grand stone edifices.
Explore one of Britain’s most visited historic buildings, including the precincts and the State Apartments, which
house a delightful collection of Royal art treasures. Spend some time in the quaint town of Windsor before heading
back to London. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the castle that houses so much British history and lore is
not to be missed! Duration: Approximately 5 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required.
Transportation is included.
Stratford-upon-Avon
A Shakespearean Evening! $85 USD
Tonight, be transported back to Elizabethan times as you enjoy a private dinner in Hall’s Croft, the elegant home of
William Shakespeare’s daughter Susanna and her husband Dr. John Hall. Begin your evening with a tour of the home
and gardens before sitting down for a delicious meal of traditional English favorites. During dinner, members of the
“Shakespeare Aloud!” acting troupe will amuse, entertain and inspire you with excerpts from Shakespeare’s best-
known works. Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required.
Transportation is not included.
162 Middle Street Pawtucket RI 02860 Phone: 1-800-852-5655, Fax: 1-401-727-9014
TOUR: British Landscapes featuring Highclere Castle DEPARTURE DATE: Aug 12, 2014
GROUP NAME: KPBS Public Media BOOKING NUMBER: 568413
AVAILABLE PREPAID OPTIONS Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your
individual experience. Complete the provided Prepaid Options Form to reserve your options. Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to departure.
Prices are subject to change. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult.
PASSENGERS NAME: (Please submit a separate form for each passenger) Salutation:____ First:___________________ Middle:_________________ Last:______________________ Suffix:____ Nickname:_____________ (Mr., Mrs., Rev.) ( Please print EXACTLY as it appears on Passport) (Jr., Sr.)
Option Price Per Person
(USD)
An Afternoon at Windsor Castle- August 15, 2014 70.00
A Shakespearean Evening! – August 19, 2014 85.00
Please make checks payable to Collette Vacations and send to:
Collette Vacations 162 Middle Street Pawtucket, RI 02860
Fax: 1-401-727-9014
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