8-Nights Gems of Northern England from $3,495

CIE Tours

OFFER ID 1615518

Head north to discover some of England’s most fascinating places: the romantic Lake District, the scholar’s life in Oxford and Cambridge, and York’s medieval charms.

Authentic Local Experiences:

Float down the Cam in a traditional punt, a flat-bottomed boat dating back to medieval days, as you watch the scenic sights of the university town of Cambridge float by.
Savor an English Sunday roast lunch at a local pub – you’ll taste why this hearty meal is a beloved British tradition.

Dining Experiences:

8 hot breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L) and 3 dinners (D)

Trip Highlights:

Anne Hathaway’s Cottage
Castle Howard
Cruise Lake Windermere
Kensington Palace
Lake District
Liverpool Walking Tour
Oxford Walking Tour
Punting in Cambridge
York Walking Tour

Hotels:

The Westminster London, Curio Collection by Hilton, London (2)
Hilton Cambridge City Centre, Cambridge (1)
Hilton York, York (2)
Briery Wood Country House Hotel, Windermere (1)
Hotel Indigo Liverpool, Liverpool (1)
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa, near Oxford (1)

8 nights from $3,495 per person

Itinerary

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Itinerary Details

Day 1: Independent Exploration in London & Welcome Drink
Your day is free to enjoy the many delights of London as you wish. Your tour begins at 6:00 PM, when you meet your group for a welcome drink at your hotel, followed by an evening free to dine independently.

Hotel: The Westminster London Curio Collection by Hilton

Day 2: Kensington Palace & London
Visit Kensington Palace, the birthplace of Queen Victoria and the home of young royals for 300 years – including the Prince and Princess of Wales, William and Kate. Walk in the footsteps of royalty, exploring the lavish rooms of the King’s and Queen’s State Apartments. The rest of the day is yours to explore as you wish. Perhaps you’ll go shopping on Oxford Street, see a show in the West End, or visit a classic pub.

Hotel: The Westminster London Curio Collection by Hilton
Meals: (B)

Day 3: St Albans, Cambridge American Cemetery & Punting in Cambridge
Depart London for the Roman city of St Albans, rich in ancient heritage and modern vibrancy. Next, visit the Cambridge American Cemetery, honoring the thousands of American soldiers who gave their lives in World War II. Continue on to Cambridge for a sightseeing trip on the River Cam, as you go punting on a traditional flat-bottomed boat. Your evening is free to explore as you wish.

Hotel: Hilton Cambridge City Centre
Meals: (B)

Day 4: Lincoln & York
Head to Lincoln, with its towering cathedral and castle overlooking the city. Stop in a pub for a traditional Sunday roast lunch. Arrive in York, an ancient city of narrow cobbled streets, charming tearooms, quaint old pubs, and intriguing medieval churches. Take a guided walking tour, then explore on your own for the rest of the day.

Hotel: Hilton York
Meals: (B, L)

Day 5: Whitby & Castle Howard
Visit the enchanting fishing town of Whitby, seeing its postcard-perfect harbor, picturesque beaches, winding cobbled streets, and quaint shops. Depart for Castle Howard, a stately 300-year-old home that has been the setting for film and TV productions including the hit show “Bridgerton.” Return to York for dinner in your hotel.

Hotel: Hilton York
Meals: (B, D)

Day 6: Yorkshire Drive & Lake District
Take a scenic drive through the lush green splendor of the Yorkshire Dales, pausing in the romantic market town of Richmond. In the famously beautiful Lake District, you’ll have free time for lunch and sightseeing in the charming market town of Keswick. Have dinner with your group at your hotel, located near the banks of Lake Windermere.

Hotel: Briery Wood Country House Hotel
Meals: (B, D)

Day 7: Cruise on Lake Windermere & Liverpool
Take a scenic cruise on England’s largest lake, Windermere, seeing mountain vistas, wooded isles, and lakeside villages. Continue to Liverpool, the birthplace of the Beatles. After a walking tour of this fun, friendly city, explore the attractions around Albert Dock on your own, including the Beatles Story, the Tate Liverpool, and the Merseyside Maritime Museum.

Hotel: Hotel Indigo Liverpool
Meals: (B)

Day 8: Stratford-upon-Avon, Anne Hathaway's Cottage & Oxford
In Stratford-upon-Avon, William Shakespeare’s hometown, explore Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, the 500-year-old thatched house and gardens where The Bard’s wife was born. Drive to Oxford to discover this storied university city on a walking tour. Enjoy a farewell dinner with your group.

Hotel: Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
Meals: (B, D)

Day 9: Tour Ends in Oxford
Your program ends after breakfast.

Meals: (B)

Meal Abbreviations: B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner

Featured Destinations

Windermere (Lake Windermere)

York

London

Liverpool

Liverpool – just saying the name automatically brings the world’s most famous group to mind – The Beatles. Liverpool however has more to offer visitors though than just Beatles memorabilia. Located on the Irish Sea on the mouth of the Mersey River, Liverpool is one of England’s most important seaports, second only to London. A bustling port for the exchanging of goods, it is also a passenger port for those traveling to Ireland. Several churches in the city are notable; among them is the Anglican Cathedral, built in 1904 which is one of the largest ecclesiastical structures in the world. There are several museums in the city as well, the Walker Art Gallery and the Merseyside County Museum.

Excursions

Liverpool: Explore Liverpool - 8 hours

This morning, you are met as you disembark your cruise ship by your driver-guide. Begin your full day private sightseeing tour of Liverpool, once the most important centre of maritime trade in the world.

Liverpool was the European capital of Culture in 2008 as is also the birthplace of Beatles. You may like to walk through the Mathew Street to the Cavern Club, following in the footsteps of the Beatles. See the buildings known as the ‘Three Graces’, and the impressive civic buildings that were constructed as a result of the mercantile wealth. The most important of these is St. George’s Hall, that interestingly claims to be the world’s first air-conditioned building. The Walker Art Gallery houses one of the finest collections of paintings in the UK outside of London. However the two most magnificent buildings from the 20th-century in Liverpool are the cathedrals. The Anglican Cathedral built in traditional gothic style is the largest church in the UK; the Roman Catholic cathedral is a fine example of contemporary modernist architecture.

Time permitting you may also pass under the River Mersey to Port Sunlight, one of the first planned industrial villages in the world that was opened by the Lever Brothers to house their workers in better conditions. The focal point of the village is the Lady Lever Art Gallery that houses a large collection of Wedgwood Jasperware. You could also visit Speke Hall (closed Monday and Tuesday), a fine example of a Tudor half-timbered manor house that is richly decorated with wooden furniture inside.

Highlights:

Follow in the footsteps of the famous band the Beatles who grew up in Liverpool
See the impressive civic buildings, the Walker Art Gallery and the largest church in the UK

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour Can Operate: Morning / Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:

Private transport by luxury car or minivan
An expert local driver-guide for 8 hours
Entrance fees to all sights and museums
All taxes

Exclusions:

All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
Gratuities

Oxford

Cambridge

Vacation Details

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04/16/2026 - 04/24/2026

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* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.

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Length

8 Nights

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Vacation Rating

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Prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy, subject to availability and change without notice. Taxes additional. Single supplement available. Surcharges may apply. Internal and international airfare not included. All pricing and accommodations are subject to availability. Full terms and conditions apply. Rates may vary by date of travel; please inquire for the best prices for your preferred travel dates. Itinerary and map subject to change. Prices subject to availability and changes without notice. Some restrictions may apply.

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