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| BATH, STONEHENGE, SALISBURY AND MAGNA CARTA TOUR NO. 8 |
| 26.05.2012 - 31.03.2013
: 08:30
: Golden Tours Office |
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Tour Highlights:
Visit Mysterious Stonehenge
Entry to Salisbury Cathedral and see the famous Magna Carta
Traditional English lunch on Tour 8L
Entry to Roman Baths and Pump Rooms
Torch Lighting ceremony at Roman Baths (not in Summer)
This tour starts at 08:45am and finishes at approximately 7:00pm
Mysterious Stonehenge
Wander around the world heritage site and be captivated by the unique rock formation! Situated on Salisbury Hill, 40 ton rocks stand alone since their arrival 5,000 years ago. Abundance of theories surround Stonehenge; from a religious temple to an astronomical clock and even a Bronze Age burial ground! Decide for yourself whilst discovering the history of this mysterious monument.
Salisbury and Magna Carta
Sample the splendour of Salisbury! Soaring into the skyline, the spire of Salisbury Cathedral stands at a whooping 123m (404ft)! Erected 800 years ago, the revolutionary spire is considered one of the leading examples of Early English architecture. Mixing the old with the new, discover the fantastic font, the latest addition to the cathedral. Designed by William Pye, its sculptured splendour mirrors those which reside at Highgrove, the residence of Prince Charles. Marvel at the Magna Carta! See the famous agreement made between King John and his barons at Runnymede in 1215, which lies in the Chapter House.
Lunch (Optional)
Optional lunch Tantalise your taste buds at a historic pub in Salisbury.
Bath
Discover the beauty of Bath! Designated a World Heritage Site, Bath was the first city in England to receive this prestige and proudly stands on the slopes of the River Avon. Enjoy a whistle stop tour of Baths famous monuments from the comfort of your seat! Take in Bath Abbey, which saw the coronation of the first British King in 973AD. Admire the architecture of the stunning Royal Crescent. Marvel at the famous Pulteney Bridge, modelled on the Florentine Ponte Vecchio.
Roman Baths
Famed for its Roman Baths, Bath houses the best preserved Roman Spa from the ancient world. Miraculously hidden from view until the 1870s, delve in the history of this magical monument and admire its architectural splendour. Witness the tantalising torch lighting ceremony of the Great Roman Bath as dusk falls! (Not applicable in summer).
Enjoy a drink with a difference! Sample the spa water straight from the
historic Pump Rooms.
Estimated arrival time back to London is around 7.00pm.
Please indicate at your booking the name of your hotel for your pick up! If no hotel is indicated, the pick up will be at: Golden Tours Office, 123-151 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 9SH, Victoria um at 8:30 a.m.!
Sample Menu
Main Course
Traditional Beer Battered Fish
served with thick cut chips and a salad garnish
Or
Seasonal Vegetable Bake
served with a dressed salad
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Homemade Beef Chilli
served on a bed of white rice
Dessert
Homemade Apple Pie
topped with fresh cream
Fresh Bread and Butter
English Breakfast Tea
or Filter Coffee
Iced Water
Please note this is a sample menu and is subject to change.
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