Crown & Country – Windsor, Bath & Stonehenge – 1 Dia
Este tour acontece todas às segundas, quartas, sextas e aos sábados
Este tour também está disponível diariamente para grupos pequenos - entre em contato para detalhes Este tour só pode ser reservado online ou por telefone 0044 (0)1223 24455 (inglês). Não aceitamos reservas através de concierge de hotel.
Neste tour descubriremos muitos aspectos da longa e ilustre história inglesa, desfrutando das sutis mudanças até aos tempos modernos, como o velha cultura abre caminho para novas e as novas por sua vez tornam-se velhas, nosso guia vai trazer a você uma colheita da história. Iremos visitar Windsor Castle e conhecer mais sobre os vários monarcas desde à epoca dos Saxões e Normandos até a rainha atual. Depois prosseguimos para a encantadora cidade spa de Bath, famosa por sua associação com os antigos romanos bem como os georgianos, representados pelas enormes casas e faixadas cheias de opulência. De Bath, viajaremos por caminhos e estradinhas arborizadas rumo a Stonehenge, o monumento pré-histórico mundialmente famoso, ainda hoje cercado de mistérios. Fazemos o tour na direção inversa da maioria das outras agências de viagem que partem de Londres. Desta forma damos mais tempo para visitar esses locais antes/depois que a multidão de visitantes tenha chegado/ já partido!
Nossa primeira parada será Stonehenge* passando através da misteriosa região de Wessex, chegando antes da multidão de visitantes no meio da manhã. Há muitos fatos e teorias acerca deste antigo monumento, porquê? Como? Quem construiu? Qual o propósito e significado? Durante nosso passeio guiado vamos aprender um pouco mais sobre os diferentes periodos de sua construção há mais de 5,000 anos atrás, das pessoas que idolatravam seus deuses e as várias teorias sobre o significado e uso do alinhamento das pedras.
De lá seguimos para a bela cidade de Bath. Há séculos Bath tem sido popular devido às suas águas termais que borbulham na superficie em vários cantos da cidade. Com temperatura constante de 46.5C, o único lugar do país com águas quentes naturais, Bath já era famosa com os Romanos que lá se estabeleceram há quase 2,000 anos atrás. A cidade era conhecida pelo nome de Aqua Sulis. No Século XVIII, a cidade foi remodelada e passou a ser o lugar da moda. Com suas elegantes alamendas, praças e fachadas, os ricos e famosos viajavam para passar a temporada e ondfe também buscavam o alívio de doenças reumáticas, problemas nas juntas e gota. O tour inclui entrada para os banhos romanose tour pelos principais pontos da Bath Georgiana, como Royal Crescent, Royal Circus e Assembly Rooms.
Partindo Bath seguimos pela divisa de Cotswolds com vistas do estuário do rio Severn e na distância, as remotas montanhas de Gales(tempo permitindo) em direção ao castelo de Windsor, o maior castelo habitado do mundo. Após a intodução guiada da cidade de Windsor, haverá tempo para visitar dentro do castelo e seus apartamentos reais, ver a casa de bonecas da rainha Mary e os túmulos dos reis Henry VIII e Charles I na capela St Georges. Quartos ricamente decorados, uma coleção de obras de arte maravilhosa e vistas sobre o vale do rio Tâmisa aguardam os visitantes. Terminamos o nosso tour em Runnymede. Tempos atrás, local de encontro dos Saxões, mas mais importante, o local de acordo da Carta Magna em 1215, após longas negociações entre os barões e o rei John. Aprenderemos um pouco mais dos efeitos e implicações desta constituição em outras nações. O tour termina aqui, à beira do rio Tâmisa, antes de fazermos a curta viagem de volta a Londres.
Informação importante sobre o castelo de Windsor
* Entre 01 de Novembro 2012 e 28 de Fevereiro de 2013, a ordem dos lugares a serem visitados é Windsor, Stonehenge e por fim, Bath, devido à mudança do horário de abertura para vistação pública do castelo de Windsor e Stonehenge durante os meses do Inverno.
Se você quiser visitar o castelo observe as restrições abaixo. Esta informação é dada em boa fé e esta no website da Royal Collection Trust. Não somos responsáveis por mudanças e atualizações e recomendamos que você verifique os horários de visitação publica no website acima , se você pretende visitar dentro do castelo
O castelo está fechado 17 de Junho 2013
State Apartments Fechado 04 de Abril 2013 10 de Abril 2013 16-18 Junho 2013
Nota: Quando os State Apartments estão fechados, os Semi-State Rooms estarão abertos.
The Semi-State Rooms Fechado 7-8 Novembro 2013
St Georges Chapel Fechada 11 de Maio 2013 (a partir das 13:00hs) 14 - 17 Junho 2013 17 Agosto 2013 (a partir das 13.00hs) 23 de Dezembro 2013 (a partir das 13.00hs) 24 de Dezembro 2013
Como o castelo é residència oficial real, é geralmente utilizado para banquetes e recepções oficiais. Horário de visitação e abertura para o público pode ser alterado de última hora.
Nosso tour opera independente do horário de abertura do castelo de Windsor, visto que o bilhete de entrad para o castelo não está incluido no preço do tour. Se você tem a intenção de visitar o castelo durante o tour, favor notar a informação acima e checar o website do Windsor Castle para últimas notícias e atualizações
Incluído no preço:
Tour guiada
Entrada para os Roman Baths
Entrada para Stonehenge
Viagem em confortável ônibus partindo do centro de Londres
Nota: A entrada para o castelo de Windsor não estará incluída no preço deste passeio mas poderá ser comprado na chegada. Como chegamos a Windsor quando o castelo está menos movimentado nós percebemos que nem todos os visitantes querem ir dentro do castelo.
Por que escolher essa passeio?
Neste passeio você vai estar viajando com no mãximo 16 pessoas - é garantido! Nosso microônibus tem janelas amplas e boa circulação de ar e sistemas de PA de som claro que o seu guia profissional pode acompanhá-lo confortavelmente através deste maravilhoso país. Nossos roteiros são cuidadosamente planejadas (com muitos anos de experiência) de modo que você conhecerá o máximo de localidades, sem gastar muito tempo também na estrada.
Como viajamos em veículos menores, normalmente usamos a rotas mais pitorescas, onde ônibus convencionais são proibidos de viajar. Além disso, como nosso grupo são menores podemos desfrutar mais tempo fora do veículo. Nós também empregamos os melhores motoristas/guias.
Guias profissionais - Pequenos grupos – Mais Rotas Pitorescas - Mais Tempo Sightseeing – Preço excelente
Pontos de Partida
Tours entre 01MAR2012 e 31OUT2012 - Verão
07.20hs Great Russell Street, na frente da entrada principal do British Museum (MAPA) 07.30hs estacionamento da International Students House, 229 Great Portland Street, London W1W 5PN (MAPA) 07.40hs Na frente do Cumberland Hotel, Marble Arch (MAPA) 07.50hs Na frente da loja Zara, 79 Brompton Road, SW3 1DB, próxima a Harrods (Knightsbridge tube station exit) (MAPA) 08.00hs Na frente do Premier Inn, Knaresborough Place, Earls Court (MAPA)
Tours entre 01Nov 2012 e 28 Fev 2013 - Inverno - ordem od lugares visitados é Windsor, Stonehenge e Bath devido a mudança do horário de visitação pública do castelo de Windsor e Stonehenge durante o Inverno.
08.20AM Great Russell Street, em frente a entrada preincipal do British Museum (MAPA) 08.30AM International Students House Car Park, 229 Great Portland Street, London W1W 5PN (MAPA) 08.40AM Outside Cumberland Hotel, Marble Arch (MAPA) 08.50AM Na frente da loja Zara Fashion, 79 Brompton Road, SW3 1DB. Próxima a Harrods (MAPA) 09.00AM Em frente ao Premier Inn, Knaresborough Place, Earls Court (MAPA) Planejamento antes do Tour
Se você pretende viajar para os nossos pontos de encontro no centro de Londres através de transportes públicos, você pode planejar sua viagem com antecedência através do Transport for London website - clique aqui
Para promoções de hotéis (geralmente perto dos pontos de partida acima) no centro de Londres clique aqui
Take in three of England’s historic sites in one day on this small-group Stonehenge, Bath, and Windsor tour from London. Marvel at the ancient Stone Circle at prehistoric Stonehenge, and learn of the possible purposes of the monument. Follow in the footsteps of the Romans in UNESCO-listed Bath, and explore the elegant River Thames-side town of Windsor as your knowledgeable guide brings England’s rich history to life. You’ll travel in complete comfort by executive mini-coach, with a maximum group size of 16 people for a more personal tour experience.
Highlights
Explore three of England’s must-see sites in one day from London.
Entry included to Stonehenge & Windsor Castle
Reach prehistoric Stonehenge as it opens, before the crowds arrive
Delve into Roman history in the UNESCO-listed city of Bath
Visit the state apartments and reception rooms of beautiful Windsor Castle
Travel in complete comfort by executive minicoach with your expert guide
Maximum group size of 16 people for a more personal tour experience
Itinerary
Stonehenge
Start the day with a drive into the ancient county of Wessex, through the chalk hills that surround Stonehenge. Arriving at this prehistoric site as it opens, and before the crowds arrive, enjoy a fully guided visit to the historic Stone Circle. Learn of the building methods and the possible purpose of the monument, while your guide discusses what is known and what may never be known about the site. Admire its powerful presence, then take some time to experience the excellent visitor centre before continuing west to the Roman city of Bath.
Bath
Tour highlights in the UNESCO-listed city of Bath include the hot springs, the remains of the 2,000 year-old Roman baths, and the Roman Temple. Follow in the footsteps of the Romans themselves along the pretty streets, and perhaps stop for lunch in one of the city’s elegant tea rooms. You’ll also explore the 18th-century crescents and Georgian squares, built as Bath became a social centre for high society and the landed gentry — with bathing, dining, dancing, and all manner of entertainment and relaxation.
If you wish to enter the Roman Baths you will be required to pre-book your entry (excluding Tuesday & Wednesday). You can do this directly with The Roman Baths: https://www.romanbaths.co.uk/
Windsor
The final stop on your day trip from London is Windsor, home to the oldest and largest continuously occupied castle in the world. Here, you'll have time to visit Windsor Castle, including the state apartments, reception rooms, and the Royal Chapel of St George — the final resting place of many of our kings and queens.
Windsor Castle is a working Royal residence, and as such can be subject to last-minute closures. Please be aware there will be a walk of approximately 15 minutes from the coach park to Windsor Castle. Parts of the walk are uphill and may not be suitable for passengers with mobility issues.
St George’s Chapel is closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day so you will not be able to enter the chapel. Access to St George’s Chapel may be limited on busy days and during service.
On Tuesday & Wednesday Windsor Castle does not open. On these days we will still visit Windsor Town but entry to the Castle will not be possible. We will include entry to the Roman Baths instead, and then when in Windsor your guide will conduct a walking tour of this beautiful, historic town which will include photo opportunities of the Castle. (applicable to Tuesday & Wednesday only)
DEPARTURE INFORMATION
Please ensure you arrive at your allocated departure point at least 10 minutes before your departure time.
Time
Summer Schedule: Operating 1st March - 31st October
07:15am
Outside The British Museum main entrance on Great Russell Street (MAP). Nearest tube stations are Holborn or Tottenham Court Road.
07:30am
Outside the Cumberland Hotel main entrance, Marble Arch (formerly the Hard Rock Hotel) (MAP) Nearest tube station is Marble Arch
07:45am
Outside Gloucester Road Tube station, meet at the station exit. (MAP)
Time
Winter Schedule: Operating 1st November - 29th February
08:15am
Outside The British Museum main entrance on Great Russell Street (MAP). Nearest tube stations are Holborn or Tottenham Court Road.
08:30am
Outside the Cumberland Hotel main entrance, Marble Arch (formerly the Hard Rock Hotel) (MAP) Nearest tube station is Marble Arch
08:45am
Outside Gloucester Road Tube station, meet at the station exit. (MAP)
Summer Schedule; Operating 1st March - 31st October
Departs Arrives
07:45am 09:30am
Central London Stonehenge
Departs Arrives
10:40am 11:40am
Stonehenge Bath
Departs Arrives
1:30pm 3:30pm
Bath Windsor
Departs Arrives
5:10pm 6:30pm
Windsor London Victoria Station
Time
Winter Schedule; Operating 1st November - 29th February
Departs Arrives
08:45am 10:00am
Central London Windsor
Departs Arrives
11:40am 1:00pm
Windsor Stonehenge
Departs Arrives
2:20pm 3:20pm
Stonehenge Bath
Departs Arrives
4:45pm 7:45pm
Bath London Victoria Station
Please note that all timings above are estimated and assuming normal traffic conditions. Due to the changeable nature of road conditions, we cannot guarantee a precise time when you will arrive back in London.
On the return to London your driver will drop you at Victoria Train Station in the city centre. This is one of the largest transport stations in London, with excellent connections to all parts of London and beyond.
Helpful Information about the day of your Tour
Stonehenge, Bath & Windsor
Are the meeting points easy to find?
YES! All are within short walking distances of tube and bus stops, and very easy access for taxis. We recommend you arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time. Your International Friends day trip has been carefully planned to ensure maximum enjoyment, which sadly means we cannot delay our departure times to wait for latecomers. This would impact the day's itinerary and could mean we miss booked entry times at certain attractions. If you are running late please phone the emergency number and our team will help you. If you miss the departure for your tour, you are welcome to join the tour at the first scheduled stop. Any expenses incurred in doing so will be at your own expense. Refunds cannot be issued for passengers who miss their tours departure through lateness.
How will I identify the International Friends vehicle at the meeting point?
Depending on the number of people travelling on a particular day we use 8 or 16 seater executive vehicles. On arrival at the pickup location the guide/driver will announce themselves, will be holding a sign reading “International Friends” and will be aware of your names ready to welcome you on board.
How much time at each sightseeing stop?
All of our day trips have been carefully planned to ensure maximum enjoyment.
Stonehenge - Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes. This tour is planned to get to Stonehenge first, before the large coaches, missing the queues and crowds!
Bath - We will spend approximately 2 hours in Bath enjoying a coach panoramic tour of the city and time to enter the Roman Baths if you choose (entry included on Tuesday & Wednesday). If you wish to purchase your own entry to the Roman Baths on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday, please book 12 midday entry (summer itinerary) or 3:30pm (winter itinerary).
Windsor Castle - Last stop of the day. We spend approximately 1 hour and a half in Windsor - entry included when the Castle is open.
In Winter months (Nov – Feb) this itinerary runs in reverse and will visit Windsor Castle, then Stonehenge and Bath will be the last stop of the day.
Are entries into the attractions included in my ticket price?
This tour includes entry into Stonehenge all year round & Windsor Castle - when the Castle is open excluding Tuesday & Wednesday. Roman Baths entry is not included & is optional on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Entry to the Roman Baths is included on Tuesday & Wednesday.
The Stonehenge audio guide is a popular way of learning more about Stonehenge and its builders. You can download the audio guide free in advance or while you're on site.
Should I bring swimwear for visiting the Roman Baths?
A surprisingly common question, you’re not alone wondering this! However, the Roman Baths have long since stopped allowing people to bathe there (approximately 2000 years in fact!) and is now just a museum, so no, swimwear is not needed.
Will we be able to touch the Stones at Stonehenge?
Stonehenge has been awarded World Heritage status and is strictly protected. You will be able to walk the full parameter of the stones but sadly will not be able to touch them.
How can I find out more information about the attractions we will see on this tour?
Food and drink not included. There will be opportunities to buy food whilst touring. To maximize time spent sightseeing you are welcome to bring a packed lunch with you.
Can I bring food and drink onboard the vehicle?
There is to be NO Hot Food or Beverages (exception if hot beverage is in a sealed reusable thermal cup) on board the coaches due to the risk of scalds or burns and smells remaining on board the vehicle. Only Cold food & beverages with screw top lids are to be taken on board any vehicle. All litter must be taken from the vehicle and disposed of appropriately.
How much walking is involved in this tour?
Stonehenge - The main visitor areas are all on flat ground and are well pathed. A shuttle bus service will take you from the visitor center directly up to the Stones.
Bath - A short walk from the coach drop off point to the Roman Baths, typically takes between 15 – 20 minutes. Some parts of Bath have cobbled pavements which may be difficult for those with walking difficulties.
Windsor - There will be a walk of approximately 15 minutes from the coach park to Windsor Castle. Parts of the walk are uphill and may not be suitable for passengers with mobility issues.
What should I wear?
British weather can be variable and so guests are advised to check the weather forecast and dress appropriately. It is recommended to bring some warm clothes with you especially in the winter months and layers are good for adapting to the ever-changing weather conditions. It is a good idea to wear appropriate footwear as there is walking involved on our tours. England is known for its rain so it is advisable to bring a waterproof jacket or umbrella with you.
How many people will be joining this tour?
This is one of our Small & Friendly day trips with a maximum 16 people.
Do we need to Tip staff?
Tips are entirely at the customer’s discretion and in no way expected. Should you feel inclined to tip, your driver or guide would be grateful, but you should not feel obliged. A 10% tip is considered customary in the UK.
What time do we arrive back in London?
We aim to arrive back in London at approximately 6:30pm (7:30pm on the winter itinerary). Please note all timings are estimated, assuming normal traffic conditions. On your return to London your driver will drop you at Victoria Train Station in the city centre, one of the largest transport stations in London, with excellent connections to all parts of London and beyond.
This tour is not available to book online, please email [email protected]