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Independent Bed & Breakfast
Tours 2000
| Tour 1: Stately Homes, Castles, And Gardens |
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| A 12-day self-drive
tour of England, Scotland, and Wales
$1,499.00 per person, including accommodations based on two persons sharing
a twin/double bedded room with private bath, full English breakfast daily,
rental of a compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, a 15-day British
Heritage pass, detailed itinerary with maps and information. |
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| Burghope Manor
- Standing in beautiful countryside in a small village, Burghope Manor
dates from the 13th century. Burghope has strong links with the reign
of England's most flamboyant and rambunctious monarch, Henry VIII. The house is
full of great works and priceless treasures. Although steeped in history,
Burghope Manor is first and foremost a living family home. The rooms are
exquisitely and elegantly furnished, with the medieval heritage lovingly
preserved and enhanced by its proud and caring owners. |
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| Tower - A
former boarder house, which was fortified to survive the continuous warfare
between English and Welsh prior to the 15th century. In 1465 the
Mayor of Chester was hanged at Tower, but today's guests are assured of a
friendly welcome in the historical home, which has been in the Charles family
for over 500 years. Guests will dine in the medieval dining room and relax in
the Queen Anne drawing room. |
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Langley Castle - The
castle dates from the 14th century and stands in 10 acres of wooded
grounds. This fascinating castle cannot fail to intrigue. The main staircase
contains what are regarded to be the finest examples of 14th century
Garderobes in Europe. An open fireplace adds to the charm of the magnificent
drawing room, dominated by beautiful stained glass windows. The beautifully
appointed bedrooms are enhanced by the arched window seats, thick stone walls,
and beamed ceilings. |
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| Manor Farm Barn
- Located in an unspoiled Hamlet, Manor Farm offers guests an opportunity to
experience country living at its best. The owners have turned a 300-year old
tithe-barn, built of honey-coloured Cotswold stone, into a comfortable and
welcoming house. Breakfast is served in the sunlit dining room. You can relax on
comfortable armchairs in front of the drawing room fire. The beamed bedrooms are
exquisitely decorated with every comfort. Views from the house are flower-filled
gardens and the Cotswold Hills. |
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| The Old Rectory - A Georgian
manse set in 2 1/2 acres of grounds overlooking the Conway Estuary, with views
of the surrounding mountains and Conway Castle. The house is furnished with
antiques and a beautiful collection of Victorian watercolours. The bedrooms are
elegantly appointed with four-poster beds, half testers, and coronets. The
décor is superb and every comfort has been provided. Time is always available
for guests who wish to learn about Welsh culture, history, and language. 'Hardd
Hafan Hedd' means "beautiful haven of peace", a fitting description
for the Old Rectory. |
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Tour 2: Discovering Ireland |
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| A 12-day self-drive
tour of 1,000 miles through Ireland |
| $1,199.00 per
person, including accommodations based on two persons sharing a
twin/double bedded room with private bath, full Irish breakfast daily, rental of
a compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, detailed itinerary with
maps and information.
Typical properties used for this tour are a secluded Georgian house,
farmhouses in scenic rural areas, and welcoming in-town friendly guesthouses. |
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| Tour 3: Beyond Britain's Back Roads |
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| A 20-day self-drive
tour of undiscovered England, Scotland, and Wales |
| $1,699.00 per
person, including accommodations based on two persons sharing a
twin/double bedded room with private bath, full English breakfast daily, rental
of a compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, a 15-day British
Heritage pass, transfers and sightseeing in London as described, detailed
itinerary with maps and information.
Typical properties used for this tour are an early 18th
century Queen Anne farmhouse with oak beams, log fires, and an old fashioned
country garden; a 17th century stone-built former game keeper's
cottage, famous for its fresh farm produce and good home cooking; a baronial
mansion situated in its own extensive grounds with unrivaled views of the
grandiose Cairngorm Mountains; a 200-year old house set in a garden overlooking
beautiful Loch Linnhe; a 17th century Norse Longhouse nestled in a
hidden-away valley; an ex-slate miner's rest home built in the 1830s with
magnificent views of sea and mountain; and a mellow Cotswold stone Manor House
full of old world charm with Inglenook fireplace and oak-beamed ceilings. |
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| Tour 4: England, Scotland & Wales - By Rail |
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| A unique 15-day
independent train tour of the best of the British Isles. |
| $1,699.00 per
person, including accommodations based on two persons sharing a
twin/double bedded room with private bath, full English breakfast daily,
standard class rail tickets, transfers and sightseeing in London as described,
3-day bus/tube pass in London, other sightseeing tours by motorcoach as
described, detailed itinerary with maps and information. |
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British Train
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This rail tour for the independent traveller,
rich in interest and variety, gives you time to relax. With scenic, comfortable
rail travel and a minimum 3-night stay in each area, the tour is designed to
give swift, easy journeys, with a maximum amount of time to explore each
country. |
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personally selected for easy access for rail travellers. Small establishments,
with friendly helpful hosts who offer hospitality and guidance, ensure a
pleasant holiday in Britain. All rooms have a sink, hot and cold water, towels,
etc. |
Typical Welsh Guest House
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Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland
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Remember to pack as lightly as possible - you are
responsible for carrying your own luggage. Complete details for commencing your
train tour are provided with your itinerary. A short taxi journey will take you
to and from your accommodations and the rail station. This cost is not included
in the tour. All coach tours are included and exact locations depend on tour
operating on the day you are in the area. |
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| Tour 5: Ride The Train And Drive The Car |
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| A 14-day independent
tour exploring England, Scotland, and Wales |
| $1,699.00 per
person, including accommodations based on two persons sharing a
twin/double bedded room with private bath, full English breakfast daily, rental
of a compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, transfers and
sightseeing in London as described, rail tickets, detailed itinerary with maps
and information. |
| This combination of rail and car travel gives
you, the independent traveller, the best of both worlds. With scenic,
comfortable rail travel and car pick up and drop off at the railway station of
arrival and departure, the tour is designed to give you fast, relaxing, easy
rail journeys covering the longest distances between each area and the
flexibility of being able to explore city centres without the car. Also is the
opportunity to discover the back roads of England, Scotland, and Wales and the
Britain you came to see - the British on market day, at an evening of
conviviality in the 'local' pub, at a Highland ceilidh, or at a Welsh
eisteddfodau. |
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| Bed & Breakfast is the key to
staying at architecturally and historically interesting properties with hosts
renowned for their warm welcome, hospitality, and good food, and who will make
sure your visit is memorable.
Typical properties used in this tour are an immaculate Tudor-style city
centre guesthouse with colourful hosts who are anxious to share their knowledge
of the area with you; a traditional baronial Scottish mansion situated in its
own extensive grounds with unrivalled views of mountains and valleys; or a 15th
century thatched coaching inn, originally a monks' Retreat home, with old-world
atmosphere, blackened beams, and a huge open fireplace. |
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| Tour 6: The Best Of England & Ireland |
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| A 14-day self-drive
tour with highlights of England and Ireland |
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| $1,399.00 per
person, including accommodations based on two persons sharing a
twin/double bedded room with private bath, full English breakfast daily, rental
of a compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, detailed itinerary with
maps and information. |
| Traveling at your own
pace, stay in charming Bed & Breakfasts properties, from working farms to
country cottages to elegant Georgian townhouses. You are assured of the warmest
of welcomes no matter where you visit and a high standard of food and comfort. |
Raghly Harbour, County Sligo, Ireland
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| Tour 7: The Best Of Scotland |
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| An 11-day self-drive
tour including the lowlands, the highlands, and the lochs in between |
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| $999.00 per
person, including accommodations based on two persons sharing a
twin/double bedded room with private bath, full Scottish breakfast daily, rental
of a compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, detailed itinerary with
maps and information. |
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Glen Coe, Scotland
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Scotland is a land for all seasons - A country
that has some of the world's most dramatic and unspoiled scenery. In the spring
the countryside is a blaze of colour and in the fall, the hills are covered with
glowing purple heather. Each month has its own unique attractions, and you will
find a whole range of plays, ballets, operas, and concerts at any time of the
year. This itinerary is designed for those who wish to enjoy a leisurely
exploration of this wonderful land by car. |
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