Discover Oxford, the City of Dreaming Spires, and the Christ Church College home to one of the largest of colleges in Oxford. Explore the history, and literary connections on your unforgettable stop to Shakespeare's Globe theatre where colourful stories are brought to life. The family home of Sir Winston Churchill, is your last stop, where guests can step back in time and see rooms left untouched from when it was last occupied by one of Britaitn's greatest leaders in the 1930s.
Please check with your travel professional for details regarding visa requirements for England. It is the responsibility of the guest to obtain all appropriate visas before your cruise.
DAY 1 - LONDON/ CHARTWELL
Today is the first day of your tour, once you disembark your Silversea cruise. Travel out to Chartwell, to see the family home of Winston Churchill. Filled with treasures from every aspect of Churchill's life, the house provides an opportunity to explore the home of one of Britain's greatest leaders. Decorated as it was in the 1930s, guests can view rooms like the library, study, sitting room, and dining room displayed as if the family has never left.
A boxed lunch will be provided this afternoon.
Following your visit in Chartwell, return to London to check-in to your hotel. Dinner this evening is on your own.
Overnight at Intercontinental Park Lane- London
DAY 2 - LONDON
A hearty English breakfast awaits you in the morning before your tour starts with a visit to Shakespeare's Globe theatre. Your Globe guide will bring the building to life, recreating colourful stories and describing the reconstruction process of the theatre. The Globe is the only building in London to have a thatched roof after the infamous Great Fire of London in 1666.
Afterwards, take a short panoramic tour of London before returning to the hotel.
The remainder of your afternoon and evening are at your leisure.
Overnight at the Intercontinental Park Lane- London
DAY 3 - LONDON/ OXFORD
Breakfast is provided this morning at the hotel, then head out to Oxford the City of Dreaming Spires situated in the Heart of England. A City of stunning architecture, history and culture that reveres learning. During the day, enjoy a short walking tour of the city to discover its' history and many literary connections. Guests will also get to visit the Sheldonian Theatre, Radcliffe Camera, and the Bodleian Library.
Lunch will be provided in Oxford this afternoon, before visiting Christ Church College, which is one of the largest Colleges in Oxford and was founded by Cardinal Wolsey in 1525. Its magnificent hall has famously been featured in scenes from the Harry Potter movies. After a full day in Oxford, return to London.
Dinner this evening is on your own account.
Overnight at the Intercontinental Park Lane- London
DAY 4 - CHARTWELL/ LONDON
Breakfast is provided at the hotel this morning before your transfer to the airport for your international flight home.
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Program Inclusions:
Visa Information:
Please check with your travel professional for details regarding visa requirements for England. It is the responsibility of the guest to obtain all appropriate visas before your cruise.
Accessibility:
This tour includes rocky paths, uneven ground, and requires a moderate amount of walking. Some aspects of this program are not accessible to wheelchairs; therefore, this tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilize a wheelchair.
Please note:
All Land Programs require a minimum number of participants in order to operate as described. If this minimum number is not obtained, Silversea reserves the right to offer the program at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel a specific departure.
This description is a general overview of the highlights of this program. The local Silversea representative will do everything possible to insure that all of the sites described here are visited, though the tour sequence and specific sites mentioned is subject to change. Closure of some sites due to local or national holiday observances, flight schedules, weather or other factors may affect the program, and the local operator reserves the right to substitute other sites if necessary.
Gratuities to guides/drivers, meals and alcoholic drinks other than those noted in itinerary, and other personal expenses are not included in the price of this tour. This program is subject to a 100% penalty for any cancellation notices received 90 days or less prior to sailing.
All Land Adventure fares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. All Land Adventures are non-transferable and non-refundable for any reason, within 90 days of sailing and are recommended to guests 18 years or age and older. Our local operator reserves the right to substitute other sites if local situations, including holidays and weather, require. Silversea shall have no obligation or liability of any kind to guests for the business practices, acts or omissions in connection with or arising out of arrangements with independent contractors, including but not limited to airline carriers, ground-tour operators, and hotels since they are neither agents for nor employees of Silversea Cruises. Silversea's liability does not extend beyond the vessel.