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Must-See Inclusions Culinary Inclusions Collette Experiences • Ponder ancient mysteries

at Stonehenge.

• Overnight in the capitalcities of London, Cardiff,Dublin and Edinburgh.

• Give traditional Irishcuisine a modern twistduring a cooking classand dinner.

• Your choice of tour inWaterford.

• Behold the magicalscenery at the gloriousRing of Kerry.

• Explore the Roman BathMuseum's 2,000-year-oldelaborate spas.

• Share stories with a localIrish family when you visittheir working farm.

Highlights: London, Stonehenge, Bath, Cardiff, Waterford, Blarney Castle, Killarney, Ring of Kerry,Jaunting Car Ride, Fann Visit, Dublin, Irish Cooking Class, Wales, Lake District, Edinburgh, York, Stratford­upon-A von

Day 1: Friday, October 13, 2017 Overnight Flight Discover the true cultural treasures of Britain and Ireland on a comprehensive journey through England, Ireland, Wales and Scotland.

Day 2: Saturday, October 14, 2017 London, England - Tour Begins Your tour opens in the regal city of London. A capital of culture and commerce, the city blends traditional with modem. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner. (DJ

Day 3: Sunday, October 15, 2017 London Discover the pageantry of London as we join a local guide for a city tour. See Big Ben, Westminster

Whitehall, Hyde Park and the Changing of the Guard* (if held) at Buckingham Palace. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore this iconic city or perhaps partake in an optional excursion to Windsor Castle. (BJ

Day 4: Monday, October 16, 2017 London - Stonehenge - Bath - Cardiff This morning's journey takes you to Stonehenge, the mysterious formation that dates back to the Stone Age. Explore various theories on how the colossal stones arrived at the location and their purpose. Continue to the elegant Georgian town of Bath to visit the Roman Bath Museum's 2,000-

year-old elaborate spas. Enjoy some time to stroll through Bath's cobblestone streets and soak in its old­world atmosphere. Continue to the Welsh capital of Cardiff. (BJ

Day 5: Tuesday, October 17, 2017 Cardiff-Ferry to Ireland-Waterford Join a local expert on a leisurely paced walking tour of Cardiff. Learn about the city's deep ties to the coal industry, its connection to ancient Rome and its famous Victorian shopping arcades. Take in the beautiful countryside of Wales en route to the coastal village of Fishguard. There, we board the ferry for Ireland, crossing the Irish Sea. Upon arrival in Rosslare, travel to charming Waterford, your home for the evening. (B, DJ

Day 6: Wednesday, October 18, 2017 Waterford - Blarney - Killamey Begin your day with a choice of two activities. You may choose to tour the House of Waterford Crystal factory featuring a fascinating visitor's center and a retail store housing the largest collection of Waterford Crystal in the world. Or, perhaps you will opt to enjoy a leisurely paced walking tour

of Ireland's oldest city and immerse yourself in its rich Viking, Norman and Cromwellian history. Later, travel to historic Blarney Castle. Make your way to the top of the castle, lie back and kiss the famous Blarney Stone where, legend has it, you will be blessed with the "gift of eloquence." This evening it's Diner's Choice ... tonight your dinner is included and you'll choose the perfect spot from a 'menu' ofK.illarney's great restaurants. (B, DJ

Day 7: Thursday, October 19, 2017 Killamey - Ring of Kerry - Killamey Behold the glorious Ring of Kerry where you'll find some of Ireland's most magical scenery. Pause for a moment at the Gap of Dunloe to browse for traditional Irish handcrafted goods. As we continue our journey, marvel at the vistas created by windswept cliffs, rugged mountains, lakes and picturesque villages. Upon returning to Killarney you will be treated to a time-honored Irish jaunting car ride.** (BJ

Day 8: Friday, October 20, 2017 Killamey - Rock of Cashel - Dublin Today you'll have the opportunity to

share stories with a local family when you visit their working farm. Later, we venture through the "Golden Vale" en route to the awe-inspiring Rock of Cashel. Be amazed by its imposing facade and visit the spot where St. Patrick preached. Tonight, give traditional Irish cuisine a modern twist during a cooking class and dinner at one of Dublin's premier culinary institutions. Top off the evening by making your very own Irish coffee! (B, DJ

Day 9: Saturday, October 21, 2017 Dublin Discover Dublin's past and present on a locally guided tour highlighting the Bank of Ireland, O'Connell Street, Grafton Street, Phoenix Park and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Later, experience for yourself the welcoming nature of the Irish as you set out to explore the "Fair City" on your own. (BJ

Day 10: Sunday, October 22, 2017 Dublin - Ferry Crossing - Wales -Cheshire Ferry across the Irish Sea to Holyhead, Wales. As you traverse northern Wales, pass Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndr obwllllantysiliogogogoch, the town

with the longest name in the world. Make a stop at majestic Caernarfon Castle, where Charles was crowned Prince of Wales. Then, continue through the Welsh countryside and discover some of the most magnificent scenery in all of Britain. (B, DJ

Day 11: Monday, October 23, 2017 Cheshire-Lake District-Gretna

Green, Scotland - Edinburgh Travel north into England's scenic Lake District. Here you' 11 feel the inspirational appeal of the region's quintessential English villages, Lake Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere. Crossing into Scotland, stop in the town of Gretna Green where generations of runaway couples eloped. Continue to Edinburgh, Scotland's majestic capital city. (B, DJ

Day 12: Tuesday, October 24, 2017 Edinburgh Today it's your choice! You may choose to get acquainted with this regal city on a locally guided panoramic city tour by coach. Or, for a different perspective, perhaps you'll opt to join a local expert and explore the city on foot. Either tour includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish Crown Jewels, and the

Palace of Holyroodhouse***, theQueen's official residence inEdinburgh and former home of Mary,Queen of Scots. The remainder of theday is at leisure to relax or explore thecity independently. (BJ

Day 13: Wednesday, October 25, 2017 Edinburgh- York, England Enroute to England, visit Hadrian's Wall.Construction of this ancient structurebegan in A.D. 122 and since that time,it has served as the northern border ofthe Roman Empire. Continue to thehistoric city of York. Find yourselfsurrounded by the charms of historyas you explore its quaint narrowstreets. Walk on the famous"Shambles" and see the magnificent13th-century Minster. (BJ

Day 14: Thursday, October 26, 2017 York - Coventry- Stratford-upon-AvonJourney to Coventry and visit itsfamous modem cathedral, completelyrebuilt after being destroyed in WorldWar II. Next, venture to charmingStratford-upon-Avon. Step back intime as we visit WilliamShakespeare's birthplace. Afterward,you may choose one of the following:tour Anne Hathaway's thatch-roofedcottage, the childhood home of theauthor's wife; or, perhaps you'd prefer

a leisurely cruise along the AvonRiver. This evening we gather to sayfarewell to this captivating region overdinner. (B, DJ

Day 15: Friday, October 27, 2017 Stratford-upon-Avon - Tour EndsDepart today with many fondmemories of lovely Britain andIreland. (BJ

Itinerary at a glance Day 1 Overnight Flight

Days 2, 3 Radisson Blu Edwardian Grafton, London

Day 4 Radisson Blu Cardiff , Cardiff

Day 5 Tower Hotel Waterford, Waterford

Days 6, 7

Days 8, 9

Day 10

Brehon Hotel, Killamey

Ballsbridge Hotel, Dublin

Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa, Chester

Days 11, 12 Apex Grassmarket Hotel,

Day 13

Day 14

Edinburgh

Hotel 53, York

Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel & Spa, .Stratford-Upon-Avon

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

For important reservation infonnation visit wgvu.org/explorers You can also find this infonnation on your tour documents.

Experience It! Stonehenge Walk in the footsteps of so many before you when visiting prehistoricStonehenge. This mysterious rock formation dates back to the Stone Age andremains one of the world's most famous sites. Standing in the middle of the mostdense complex of Neolithic and Bronze Age monuments in England, Stonehengeis perhaps the most important prehistoric monument in England. Enhance youroverall experience and understanding of Stonehenge at the state-of-the-artvisitor's center. Explore fascinating exhibitions, featuring nearly 300archaeological treasures. The outdoor gallery includes three Neolithic houses.These houses offer visitors a glimpse into the life and times of the people who built Stonehenge. The experience of seeing this

timeless monument is not to be , missed- it will surely be a highlight of your tour.

Please Note: Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.

Triples at Walton Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon are on request only - it may be necessary to use a double/single combination.

To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing our 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 prescheduled times.

*The changing of the guard ceremony atBuckingham Palace is not held every day.When it is not available, a stop will still bemade at the palace.** Jaunting car ride is included, weatherpermitting.***The Palace of Holyroodhouse mayoccasionally be closed when the Queen is inresidence or for official state functions.

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.

Please be advised many airlines do not provide advance seat assignments until check-

in at the airport. Advance seating will be subject to the airline's terms and conditions.

Air passengers will arrive and depart from London airports. On day 15, all transfers will depart from Stratford-upon-Avon for London airports. Distance to London Heathrow Airport from Stratford-upon-Avon / Warwick is approximately two hours.

On day 15, due to flight schedules, you may require an early morning departure from your hotel. Return flights should not be booked prior to 11 :00 a.m.

Economy air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and dates.

A deposit of $250 per person due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the deposit due date of April 07, 2017 are based upon availability. Final payment due by August 14, 2017. Please note: deposits are fully refundable up until April 14, 2017, after that date certain charges apply.

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Optional 4 Days 3-Night Paris Post Tour Extension Rate: $899.00 USD per person, double, land only

3 Meals: 3 Breakfasts Day 15: Stratford-upon-Avon - London - Paris, France Sit back and relax as you depart for London and travel on the innovative Eurostar High Speed Train to Paris, France, believed to be the most romantic city on earth! The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to explore this dynamic city on your own.

Day 16: Paris Spend your day exploring the "City of Light." Enjoy the use of your hop on-hop off sightseeing pass over two full days to see such sights as Notre Dame Cathedral, the Place Vendome and the Eiffel Tower. Or, perhaps you'll visit one of the nearby attractions such as Givemy or Louis XIV's glorious Palace of Versailles. Your friendly hotel concierge will be happy to assist. Today breakfast will be included.

Day 17: Paris Enjoy another day at leisure to pursue individual interests. You may want to stroll the elegant Champs-Elysees, visit the Louvre and Orsay museums, take a cruise on the River Seine, or simply watch the world go by from a sidewalk cafe. Today breakfast will be included.

Day 18: Paris -Tour Ends Today breakfast will be included.

Please Note:

Extensions not purchased at time of deposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request.

Approximate travel time on the Eurostar train is 2 ½ hours. Transfers are included from the hotel to the train station in London and the train station to the hotel in Paris; and from the hotel to the airport in Paris. Luggage handling on the Eurostar train is not included.

Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.

This extension is not hosted or guided.

A minimum of 4 passenQers is required for this extension to operate.

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