| | Independent Bed & BreakfastTours 2000
| Tour 1: Stately Homes, Castles, And Gardens | | | | A 12-day self-drivetour of England, Scotland, and Wales$1,499.00 per person, including accommodations based on two persons sharinga twin/double bedded room with private bath, full English breakfast daily,rental of a compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, a 15-day BritishHeritage pass, detailed itinerary with maps and information. | | | | Typical properties used for thistour: | | | Burghope Manor- Standing in beautiful countryside in a small village, Burghope Manordates from the 13th century. Burghope has strong links with the reignof England's most flamboyant and rambunctious monarch, Henry VIII. The house isfull of great works and priceless treasures. Although steeped in history,Burghope Manor is first and foremost a living family home. The rooms areexquisitely and elegantly furnished, with the medieval heritage lovinglypreserved and enhanced by its proud and caring owners. | 
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| | Tower - Aformer boarder house, which was fortified to survive the continuous warfarebetween English and Welsh prior to the 15th century. In 1465 theMayor of Chester was hanged at Tower, but today's guests are assured of afriendly welcome in the historical home, which has been in the Charles familyfor over 500 years. Guests will dine in the medieval dining room and relax inthe Queen Anne drawing room. |
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| Langley Castle - Thecastle dates from the 14th century and stands in 10 acres of woodedgrounds. This fascinating castle cannot fail to intrigue. The main staircasecontains what are regarded to be the finest examples of 14th centuryGarderobes in Europe. An open fireplace adds to the charm of the magnificentdrawing room, dominated by beautiful stained glass windows. The beautifullyappointed bedrooms are enhanced by the arched window seats, thick stone walls,and beamed ceilings. |
| | Cordoue hôtelsManor Farm Barn- Located in an unspoiled Hamlet, Manor Farm offers guests an opportunity toexperience country living at its best. The owners have turned a 300-year oldtithe-barn, built of honey-coloured Cotswold stone, into a comfortable andwelcoming house. Breakfast is served in the sunlit dining room. You can relax oncomfortable armchairs in front of the drawing room fire. The beamed bedrooms areexquisitely decorated with every comfort. Views from the house are flower-filledgardens and the Cotswold Hills. |
| | The Old Rectory - A Georgianmanse set in 2 1/2 acres of grounds overlooking the Conway Estuary, with viewsof the surrounding mountains and Conway Castle. The house is furnished withantiques and a beautiful collection of Victorian watercolours. The bedrooms areelegantly appointed with four-poster beds, half testers, and coronets. Thedcor is superb and every comfort has been provided. Time is always availablefor guests who wish to learn about Welsh culture, history, and language. 'HarddHafan Hedd' means "beautiful haven of peace", a fitting descriptionfor the Old Rectory. |
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| | | Tour 2: Discovering Ireland | | | | A 12-day self-drivetour of 1,000 miles through Ireland | | $1,199.00 perperson, including accommodations based on two persons sharing atwin/double bedded room with private bath, full Irish breakfast daily, rental ofa compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, detailed itinerary withmaps and information. Typical properties used for this tour are a secluded Georgian house,farmhouses in scenic rural areas, and welcoming in-town friendly guesthouses. | | CLICK HERE FOR ITINERARY
| | Tour 3: Beyond Britain's Back Roads | | | | A 20-day self-drivetour of undiscovered England, Scotland, and Wales | | $1,699.00 perperson, including accommodations based on two persons sharing atwin/double bedded room with private bath, full English breakfast daily, rentalof a compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, a 15-day BritishHeritage pass, transfers and sightseeing in London as described, detaileditinerary with maps and information. Typical properties used for this tour are an early 18thcentury Queen Anne farmhouse with oak beams, log fires, and an old fashionedcountry garden; a 17th century stone-built former game keeper'scottage, famous for its fresh farm produce and good home cooking; a baronialmansion situated in its own extensive grounds with unrivaled views of thegrandiose Cairngorm Mountains; a 200-year old house set in a garden overlookingbeautiful Loch Linnhe; a 17th century Norse Longhouse nestled in ahidden-away valley; an ex-slate miner's rest home built in the 1830s withmagnificent views of sea and mountain; and a mellow Cotswold stone Manor Housefull of old world charm with Inglenook fireplace and oak-beamed ceilings. | | CLICK HERE FORITINERARY
| | Tour 4hotel a Hoofddorp: England, Scotland & Wales - By Rail | | | | A unique 15-dayindependent train tour of the best of the British Isles. | | $1,699.00 perperson, including accommodations based on two persons sharing atwin/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 asdescribed, detailed itinerary with maps and information. | |
British Train | This rail tour for the independent traveller,rich in interest and variety, gives you time to relax. With scenic, comfortablerail travel and a minimum 3-night stay in each area, the tour is designed togive swift, easy journeys, with a maximum amount of time to explore eachcountry. | | All accommodations arepersonally selected for easy access for rail travellers. Small establishments,with friendly helpful hosts who offer hospitality and guidance, ensure apleasant holiday in Britain. All rooms have a sink, hot and cold water, towels,etc. | 
Typical Welsh Guest House | |
Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland | Remember to pack as lightly as possible - you areresponsible for carrying your own luggage. Complete details for commencing yourtrain tour are provided with your itinerary. A short taxi journey will take youto and from your accommodations and the rail station. This cost is not includedin the tour. All coach tours are included and exact locations depend on touroperating on the day you are in the area. | | CLICK HERE FOR ITINERARY
| | Tour 5: Ride The Train And Drive The Car | | | | A 14-day independenttour exploring England, Scotland, and Wales | | $1,699.00 perperson, including accommodations based on two persons sharing atwin/double bedded room with private bath, full English breakfast daily, rentalof a compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, transfers andsightseeing in London as described, rail tickets, detailed itinerary with mapsand information. | | This combination of rail and car travel givesyou, the independent traveller, the best of both worlds. With scenic,comfortable rail travel and car pick up and drop off at the railway station ofarrival and departure, the tour is designed to give you fast, relaxing, easyrail journeys covering the longest distances between each area and theflexibility of being able to explore city centres without the car. Also is theopportunity to discover the back roads of England, Scotland, and Wales and theBritain you came to see - the British on market day, at an evening ofconviviality in the 'local' pub, at a Highland ceilidh, or at a Welsheisteddfodau. | | | Bed & Breakfast is the key tostaying at architecturally and historically interesting properties with hostsrenowned for their warm welcome, hospitality, and good food, and who will makesure your visit is memorable. Typical properties used in this tour are an immaculate Tudor-style citycentre guesthouse with colourful hosts who are anxious to share their knowledgeof the area with you; a traditional baronial Scottish mansion situated in itsown extensive grounds with unrivalled views of mountains and valleys; or a 15thcentury thatched coaching inn, originally a monks' Retreat home, with old-worldatmosphere, blackened beams, and a huge open fireplace. | | CLICK HERE FORITINERARY
| | Tour 6: The Best Of England & Ireland | | | | A 14-day self-drivetour with highlights of England and Ireland | | | | $1,399.00 perperson, including accommodations based on two persons sharing atwin/double bedded room with private bath, full English breakfast daily, rentalof a compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, detailed itinerary withmaps and information. | | Naples hotel roomsTraveling at your ownpace, stay in charming Bed & Breakfasts properties, from working farms tocountry cottages to elegant Georgian townhouses. You are assured of the warmestof welcomes no matter where you visit and a high standard of food and comfort. |
Athènes hôtelsRaghly Harbour, County Sligo, Ireland
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| | Tour 7: The Best Of Scotland | | | | An 11-day self-drivetour including the lowlands, the highlands, and the lochs in between | | | | $999.00 perperson, including accommodations based on two persons sharing atwin/double bedded room with private bath, full Scottish breakfast daily, rentalof a compact automatic shift car with unlimited mileage, detailed itinerary withmaps and information. | |
Glen Coe, Scotland
| Scotland is a land for all seasons - A countrythat has some of the world's most dramatic and unspoiled scenery. In the springthe countryside is a blaze of colour and in the fall, the hills are covered withglowing purple heather. Each month has its own unique attractions, and you willfind a whole range of plays, ballets, operas, and concerts at any time of theyear. This itinerary is designed for those who wish to enjoy a leisurelyexploration of this wonderful land by car. | | CLICK HERE FOR ITINERARY
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