Towns & Cities
The countryside of England is rich with memories and distinguished cities. Ancient monuments, historic buildings and examples of structural magnificence from across the ages all form an extensive array of splendours worthy of a visit.
Blend enticing destinations with delightfully informative tours to stir the imagination and let the British Pullman whisk you into England's glorious yesterdays.
Tours and Trips
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Bath - 2008
From $610 USD
Your journey takes you to the historic city of Bath. The hot springs first attracted the Romans to build the spa of Aqua Sulis, and the remains of the baths and other archaeological finds can be seen here. In Saxon times, King Offa founded an abbey at Bath, where King Edgar was crowned in 973. Bath’s fashionable heyday came in the 18th century, when Beau Nash regulated the bathing and constructed the assembly rooms and theatres. Today, Bath is Britain’s best preserved Georgian city. [more information]
The popularity of Bath as an exclusive retreat has remained for centuries, an elegant city where ancient treasures and modern fashions combine. Visit the historic city of Bath were the hot springs first attracted the Romans to build the spa of Aqua Sulis, the remains of the baths and other archaeological finds are still present today. The Baths are one of many great attractions to be housed within the boundaries of the city. [more information]
Your journey takes you to the ancient city and port of Bristol, home of the famous SS Great Britain and Brunel's magnificent Suspension Bridge.
Brunch with Bucks Fizz will be served on your outward journey. On arrival in Bristol you will be met by guides who will accompany you on a coach tour of this delightful city. The tour will take in a visit to the SS Great Britain and a drive through the city with views of the bridge. [more information]
Your journey takes you to Cambridge on the banks of the River Cam. Many of the university's 30 colleges line the east bank of the river. Then onto Ely, a small and charming market town, its crowning glory behind the Cathedral. Until the marshes around Ely were drained in the 17th century, the city stood on an island surrounded by miles of swamp and fen. [more information]
Your journey takes you to the ancient city of Canterbury. A delicious brunch will be served on the outward journey. On arrival at Canterbury you will be met by guides who will escort you to the Cathedral to listen to the Canterbury singers as they perform for you in a candle-lit crypt before stepping out for a spot of Christmas shopping in the delightful city. [more information]
Your journey today takes you to the ancient city of Canterbury which has welcomed countless visitors over its 2000 year history. Pilgrims have journeyed there for centuries to the shrine of Archbishop Thomas ŕ Becket who was murdered in his own cathedral in 1170. [more information]
Your journey takes you to Cheltenham, the Regency Spa town that is the 'gateway to the Cotswolds', before visiting three Cotswold Villages.
Brunch with Bucks Fizz is served on the outward journey. On arrival at Cheltenham, you will be met by your guide who will accompany you on a coach tour of the Cotswolds. You will be able to disembark for a short while in the bustling market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. Rejoin the British Pullman at Cheltenham for the return journey to London. [more information]
Your journey today takes you to the city of Exeter, regional capital for culture and leisure and steeped in more than 2,000 years of history. [more information]
Your journey takes you to Cheltenham, the Regency Spa town that is the 'gateway to the Cotswolds', before visiting three Cotswold Villages.
Brunch with Bucks Fizz is served on the outward journey. On arrival at Cheltenham, you will be met by your guide who will accompany you on a coach tour of the Cotswolds. You will be able to disembark for a short while in the bustling market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. Rejoin the British Pullman at Cheltenham for the return journey to London. [more information]
Your journey takes you to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, home to Nelson's famous flagship, the HMS Victory. Nearby is the first iron-hulled armoured warship, HMS Warrior, berthed at a special jetty. Henry VIII's flagship, the Mary Rose, is one of the best known exhibits since it was recovered from the mud in the Solent in 1982. [more information]
Your journey takes you to Romney Marsh and the ancient Cinque Port town of Rye. Once surrounded by sea, this fortified hilltop town played an important role in the defence of the south coast of England and offers breathtaking views of Romney Marsh and the sea. Meandering for over one and a half miles from Rye to the coast, the river forms part of the picturesque scenery visible from several vantage points in and around the citadel of Rye. [more information]
Your journey takes you to the beautiful city of Salisbury, where the magnificent Cathedral dating back to the 13th century provides a graceful centerpiece to the city and Wilton House, home of the Earls of Pembroke since the 16th century. [more information]
Your journey takes you to Southampton, home of the great ocean liners. Enjoy a delicious brunch with Bucks Fizz on the journey to Southampton.
On arrival at Southampton docks your tour will start with a visit to the Hall of Aviation which depicts the history of Aviation in the Solent area and Hampshire. The Museum tells the story of some 26 aircraft companies, including the Supermarine Aircraft works where R.J. Mitchell the famous aircraft designer produced the Schneider trophy winning aircraft S6B and the legendary Spitfire. You will also enjoy a short boat trip on the Solent. [more information]
Your journey takes you to the medieval cathedral city of Winchester. On arrival, you will be met by your guide who will accompany you on a short coach transfer to the town centre where you will begin the walking tour. [more information]
Your journey takes you to Worcester, an ancient and atmospheric English city, home to the magnificent cathedral, built over the River Severn, and the splendid Guildhall. The Victorian building of the Royal Worcester's factory and visitor centre contain many fine exhibits of this world famous porcelain. [more information]
Your journey takes you to the historical city of York, one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe with the magnificent Minster as its centrepiece. The fascinating Roman, Viking, Medieval and industrial history of the city is well documented in its many museums. [more information]
An old fashioned coastal resort with plenty of charm and character. A delightful and very popular old coastal town, Whitstable is famous for oysters and seafood but also for a growing contemporary arts scene. With fisherman's huts and pretty weatherboard cottages, in streets with eccentric names such as "Squeeze Gut Alley" Whitstable has plenty of charm and character. Rejoicing in its maritime heritage, Whitstable celebrates with the famous summer Oyster Festival in July each year. [more information]
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