5-Day Heart of England, Wales & Yorkshire Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the historic city of York
- Visit the stunning Conwy Castle in Wales
- Discover the beauty of the Cotswolds
- Experience the charm of Stratford-upon-Avon
- Enjoy the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tours of historic sites
- Transportation in a comfortable coach
- Accommodation in 3-star hotels
- Meals and personal expenses
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour involves moderate walking; consider your fitness level.
- Accommodation is in 3-star hotels; upgrades may be available upon request.
- Meals are not included; plan accordingly for dining options.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring historic sites and towns.
- Bring a light raincoat or umbrella, as weather can be unpredictable.
- Ensure you have a valid passport or ID for travel within the UK.
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 21 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
- Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately. To ensure that bookings for passengers traveling together are not separated, please inform us if you have multiple bookings.
- When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg of luggage (44lbs); one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- Stratford - You have free time in Stratford between 12pm-2pm. If you'd like to visit the the Royal Shakespeare Theatre , Shakespeare’s Birthplace or any of the town’s attractions, please reserve your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
- York - You have free time in York from 1.45pm. If you'd like to visit the York Minster or any of the town’s attractions, please reserve your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
- Cambridge - You have free time in Cambridge between 1.45pm-4pm. If you'd like to visit the King’s College or any of the town’s attractions, please reserve your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
- Conwy Castle - Entrance to Conwy Castle included in tour price.
- Chatsworth House - Entrance to Chatsworth House included in tour price.
- B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
- Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- *Please note that Conwy Castle will be closed from 15-24 May; instead, you will have additional free time in Conwy
Traveler reviews
Tour provided a snapshot into plans for a future longer visit to the UK
We hadn't visited the UK before and this tour while only being 5 days long was a good mix of seeing the beautiful countryside plus some interesting historic sites
Great 5 Day Small Group Tour
A great way to see a lot in a short time. Love small group tours. Easier to get to know the other travelers. More personal.
A great way to see smaller places and the city of York.
We really enjoyed Jack, our guide/driver. He would tell us about the villages we stopped in and what we could see. He gave us recommendations for traditional food to eat at the different stops along with some exotic choices. His knowledge of the entire country and love for his job was evident. It was a great way to see a lot of different locations we wouldn’t have found on our own. We had a fantastic time. We highly recommend this trip.
Just another tour operator. Cram them in .
We did this tour with another couple in May of 2025. The driver Carl was good , very organized, always on time and had a good stories and history of the places we visited. but not a wealth of information. We had a full van ,16 people and a driver. We had several sick people who where coughing the entire trip. Many overweight people making the Van feel very cramped. The air conditioning was very poor making the cabin air very stale. We spent alot of time driving and felt very rushed at the sites we visited. We picked our own places to stay and Carl did a great job picking us all up and dropping us at the places people stayed. Too many people in a van with poor ventilation with lots of travel time.
A beautiful and memorable experience
Our trip was amazing, do this tour! You get to see everything and the guide we had was so much fun - Carl to be exact! He showed us all the English country side and towns that are so quaint and lively and fun. This is an experience to be had. Thank you Carl for giving us the English tour ! We also saw Wales and that was so special.