Welcome to England! Arrive in to London, one of the greatest empires in the world and be greeted by your Chauffeur / Guide for the duration of your time in England & Scotland.

You will be transferred to your hotel in Central London and enjoy an afternoon panoramic tour of London from the comfort of your private vehicle (Tour depends on what time you arrive).

Spend the evening in leisure and relax in your hotel from the journey.

Overnight in London.

Today is packed with beautiful sights of London

Visit the Westminster Cathedral, the royal venue for the wedding or Prince William & Kate Middleton in April this year. Witness the legendary ritual of the Changing of the Guard. Move on to take a great tour of Madame Tussaud’s wax museum before finally, embarking on a memorable ride on the London Eye that shows breathtaking views across all of London.

Overnight in London.

Today you will check out of your hotel after breakfast and go on a drive through picturesque landscapes of the countryside as you head north towards the Lake District.

There will be frequent comfort stops today and you’ll drive past cities such as Birmingham & Manchester on your way. Your timings will be flexible so you can stop on the way to relax and stretch your legs. You can also enjoy lunch, the local English way, in a traditional pub or restaurant. Explore the towns on the way before you arrive into the Lake District by late afternoon and settle into your hotel.

Overnight in Lake District.

Today, you witness the beauty of Lake District which starts with a drive down to the small village of Cartmel.

Take a leisurely walk around as you explore before going for a light lunch at one of the local Inns or restaurants. Return to Windermere this afternoon for a boat ride on the lake - arriving at Bowness. Explore Bowness and Ambleside before driving around alongside Coniston Water and arriving back at your hotel later in the day.

Overnight in Lake District.

This morning, you will leave your hotel for a drive north, past Carlisle before taking the road off to Hawick. Here, you get to explore the Hawick Cashmere Visitor Centre.

After lunch in a local Inn or restaurant you’ll continue your journey into mesmerising Scotland and head onto the city of Edinburgh. Arrive into the centre of the city and check-into your hotel for the next two nights.

Relax in your room and then go on a leisurely stroll around the city on foot with wonderful views of Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh’s New & Old Towns.

Overnight in Edinburgh.

Right after breakfast, you go on a private tour of the city with your private local guide. Visit some the most outstanding architectural and heritage buildings including the Edinburgh Castle, at the top of the Royal Mile, Holyroodhouse, the Queen’s official home when she visits Edinburgh (subject to closure when Her Majesty is in residence).

In the afternoon you can visit The Royal Yacht Britannia, the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens and perhaps look round the fine selection of Museums and shops in Edinburgh.

Overnight in Edinburgh.

This morning, after breakfast, you say goodbye to Edinburgh to drive to the spectacular Glamis Castle, the childhood home of the late Queen Mother. You will tour this castle with a professional guide. Enjoy a casual lunch in the restaurant at Glamis Castle after your tour.

It’s then time to depart and head north through Braemar and onto Ballater for a peek around this small town with many shops holding a Royal Warrant due to Royal Family’s Scotland home of Balmoral Castle being located close-by. Drive on through amazing scenery and arrive into Inverness late in the afternoon.

Overnight in Inverness.

It’s time to explore Inverness-shire today which brings you a significant piece of history, theCulloden Battlefield – the location of the last battle fought on British soil or perhaps the famous Cawdor Castle, home to the Earl’s and Thanes of Cawdor for over 700 years.

Drive to the mysterious Loch Ness for a boat ride on this amazing stretch of water surrounded by the legend of the Loch Ness Monster. Walk around the ruins of Urquhart Castle which overlooks Loch Ness beforereturning to Inverness this evening for your final night in Scotland.

Overnight in Inverness. (B)

Today, you depart your hotel to be driven to the airport for your flight back home. Taking along memories of what once was , a royal empire.