Quintessential England Day 1: Arrive in London Arrive into London to be met by your chauffeur-driven Mercedes S-Class who will take you to your hotel via a whistle-stop tour of the capital’s most famous landmarks before a prepared picnic lunch at the royal St James’ Park. Dinner and your favourite cocktails will be served at Aqua Shard, located on the 32nd floor of one of London’s most recently constructed and striking pieces of architecture. Day 2: London - RIB charter on the Thames A high impact day begins with a guided tour of the treasures of the Royal Collection to be found within Buckingham Palace’s state rooms. A private ‘out of hours’ tour of the Houses of Parliament follows soon after before freshening up via a breath-taking RIB charter along the River Thames. As the evening approaches, take a trip to the skies on a private Champagne Experience pod on the iconic London Eye. A relaxing sundowner dinner is served at the Skylark Roof Garden enjoying its fabulous views of the classic skyline. Day 3: London - Belmond British Pullman Train Expect luxury, glamour, and a dash of adventure as you experience a trip through classic countryside on the Belmond British Pullman train. Enjoy a champagne reception and 5-course lunch as you experience a return to the Golden Age of Travel. A leisurely-paced day, time is available for experiencing some of London’s other delights. By means of example, a personal shopper can be organised to maximise the experience of visiting renowned retail areas such as Oxford Street or Covent Garden. Your stay in London is complete in the evening via a lesson in the Art of Sabrage! Day 4: Cotswold - Cream Tea and Canter Head west to the Cotswolds, but not before sampling a private behind-the-scenes tour of Blenheim Palace, a world heritage site with over 300 years’ worth of history and home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough. A fine lunch can be served al-fresco in the palace’s Orangery restaurant. Change the pace and scene by winding your way through picture-postcard villages and glorious Cotswold countryside, taking in the highest village in the area, Stow-on-the-Wold, exposed on an 800ft hilltop. Finish the day with an enchanting ‘Cream Tea and Canter’ organised by the hotel estate’s equestrian centre. Day 5: Cotswolds - Woodchester Valley vineyard Don your hiking boots for an unforgettable opportunity to trample amongst the verdant scenery. Our private walking guide will meet you in the morning and tailor time to meet your requirements, from a scenic but gentle ramble of natural and historic sites through to a more adventurous hike. Lunch will be taken in a local restaurant, and feet can finally be put up at the end of the day after a private tour and sparkling wine tasting of Woodchester Valley vineyard. Day 8: Cornwall - Scilly Isles Before we embrace a different pace to your stay, our journey south to the Cornish coast is punctuated by lunch at The Epicurean, set within a walled garden and orchard near Bristol. Pick up your chartered yacht for a unique 2-night stay sailing around the Scilly Isles, a collection of 5 main islands just 28 miles from the coast of Cornwall. Day 9: Scilly Isles Take your time exploring Tresco, St Marys, St Martins, numerous inlets, and uninhabited gems all within a unique tropical climate where there are more birds than people. The Scilly Isles have been described as 'the most fortunate of all the islands around Britain’s coasts, with clean seas and beaches, wonderful scenery, and welcoming inhabitants.' Day 10: Torquay - Helicopter flight A return to dry land is marked by lunch at the Michelin-starred Elephant, overlooking Torquay harbour. Before checking in, enjoy an hour’s helicopter flight for the best views of the English Riviera. The late afternoon is captured by a professional photographer who will capture an exclusive private portrait on the coast of you and your guests. A specialist brand. Contact Us For more information on working with us, please contact fit@jactravel.com Modern Slavery Act Statement Terms & Conditions JacTravel is a specialist brand of , the fastest growing and second largest bedbank in the world. For more information about webBeds, visit www.webbeds.com Day 6: Bath - Thermae Bath Spa Relax in the morning. Perhaps take a long lie or use the time to stroll through the wonderful hotel estate grounds. Today’s journey time to the centre of Bath is less than 30-minutes away. The memorable evening will be spent in the Twilight Experience at the Thermae Bath Spa where you can bathe in Britain’s only naturally warm, mineral rich waters as the Celts and Romans did over 2000 years ago. Day 7: Bath - Skyline Walk Your private walking guide will meet you in the morning to tailor a tour to meet your interests. Why not try the Bath skyline walk (the National Trust’s most downloaded walk), or follow in the footsteps of the Georgians through grand streets, public gardens, and the Kennet & Avon canal? For something more sedate, browse Bath’s many independent shops for unique holiday souvenirs. Dinner and cocktails at the Shard RIB boat charter along the Thames Champagne experience on the London Eye Champagne reception and 5 course lunch on Belmond British Pullman Train Private tour and wine tasting at Woodchester Valley vineyard Twilight experience at Thermae Bath Spa Chartered yacht 2 nights sailing around the Scilly Isles Michelin starred lunch at the Elephant, overlooking Torquay harbour Helicopter flight over the English Riviera Downton Abbey aka Highclere Castle Raymond Blanc cookery and gardening school Full Itinerary A 12-day journey of unashamed indulgence taking in the grandeur and diversity of the capital, picturesque Cotswolds countryside, classic market towns, divine seafood in the English Riviera as well as a unique island stay. Our tour is the perfect snapshot of England’s diverse riches. Our chauffeured tour was created for a couple looking for unforgettable memories of their first visit to England but would also be suitable for families and small groups looking to reconnect. The itinerary is littered with bespoke private experiences to last long in the memory. Highlights Itinerary Day 1 Arrive in London Day 2 London - RIB charter on the Thames Day 3 London - Belmond British Pullman Train Day 4 Cotswolds - Cream tea & canter Day 5 Cotswolds - Woodchester Valley vineyard Day 6 Bath - Thermae Bath Spa Day 7 Bath - Skyline Walk Day 8 Cornwall - Scilly Isles Day 9 Scilly Isles Day 10 Torquay - Helicopter flight Day 11 Oxford - Downton Abbey Day 12 Departure JacTravel offers touring packages to meet all budgets and interests. The above itinerary could comfortably be proposed with alternative accommodation and transportation solutions, and indeed some of the more bespoke experiences at attractions replaced with classic entrances. Tailor-this itinerary to the needs of your clients. Add time in Scotland or Wales for example or even the Eurostar for a Parisian closure to events. JacTravel uses our destination expertise to meet the expectations of your clients. All of our tours include a dedicated customer care service to assist with any enquiries. Lucknam Park, Chippenham Wiltshire: Lucknam Park is country house living at its finest in Wiltshire. Suites & rooms are all individually designed with fabrics and antiques chosen to reflect the purest luxury. Set amongst 500 acres, this Palladian mansion houses its own Michelin-starred restaurant. Swan Yacht Charter, Falmouth Marina: Swan offer a range of yachts of differing sizes for a unique experience of uncrowded waters and rugged coastlines. Cary Arms Spa & Hotel, Torquay: A luxury 5-star experience in the heart of Devon, no expense has been spared restoring this historic inn. The Savoy, London: The only luxury hotel on the River Thames, perfectly located in the heart of all that London has to offer. At the forefront of the luxury hotel scene for over 130 years, The Savoy offers guests an experience that continuously evolves to meet the desires of the modern traveller. The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, Bath: A five-star haven of elegance and tranquillity in the centre of Bath. An iconic sanctuary in the city set in an acre of glorious gardens, guests can enjoy a sensational spa for a blissful escape. The beautiful bedrooms have each been individually designed and offer spectacular views. Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons, Oxfordshire: Where Oxfordshire heritage meets French flair. This 15th Century manor, set in picturesque countryside, sets the standard for Haute Cuisine with its garden to plate ethos championed by its famous head chef, Raymond Blanc. Day 11: Oxford - Downton Abbey Leave North to travel to historic Oxford, taking time to visit Hampshire’s Highclere Castle on route, famous setting of the television series, Downton Abbey. Tour the Spring Gardens before enjoying an afternoon tea or champagne picnic. Day 12: Departure Before returning to the airport, there is still time to take in one last experience. Why not enrol for a half days’ Patisserie lesson at the Raymond Blanc cookery school, or indeed why not try his new Gardening School for those with green fingers?