Experience England: B&B with London
Enjoy a warm stay at the bed & breakfasts of your choice!
Will you uncover ruins or stroll through gardens? Spend days getting lost in museums or hiking picturesque trails? With this 6- or 8-night self-guided getaway, you can do it all!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to London (LGW)
- 2 nights in London at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Chelsea or similar
- Manual economy size car rental - pick up after your London stay
- 4 nights at England Bed & Breakfast of your choice
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
- Pay a visit to prehistoric Stonehenge if you wish!
- See if you can convince the British Royal Guards to crack a smile.
- Make a stop at Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare.
- Treat yourself to sweeping views of England's capital city atop a giant Ferris Wheel with a ride on the London Eye.
- Fish & chips may be Britain's national dish, but London's Brick Lane is the curry capital of the UK!
Bed & Breakfasts in England are renowned for their warm welcomes and friendly, local hosts. With your rental car, where ever you choose to stay you will have the freedom to explore the land around you at your own pace!
You’ll choose from a selection of charming homes and hotels before you travel and design your own itinerary. From Stonehenge to the Blenheim Palace, you can see the beautiful countryside after experiencing cosmopolitan London. This vacation offers you all of the freedom and control you’d like.
Please Note: Room availability from November to Easter is reduced in rural areas, as some B&B owners close for the winter season.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
Add the following to your vacation:
- One Standard Encore Theatre Pass
- See London by Night
- London Pub Passport
- Round-trip economy class airfare to London (LGW)
- 2 nights in London at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Chelsea or similar
- Manual economy size car rental - pick up after your London stay
- 4 nights at England Bed & Breakfast of your choice
- Breakfast daily
- Pay a visit to prehistoric Stonehenge if you wish!
- See if you can convince the British Royal Guards to crack a smile.
- Make a stop at Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare.
- Treat yourself to sweeping views of England's capital city atop a giant Ferris Wheel with a ride on the London Eye.
- Fish & chips may be Britain's national dish, but London's Brick Lane is the curry capital of the UK!
Bed & Breakfasts in England are renowned for their warm welcomes and friendly, local hosts. With your rental car, where ever you choose to stay you will have the freedom to explore the land around you at your own pace!
You’ll choose from a selection of charming homes and hotels before you travel and design your own itinerary. From Stonehenge to the Blenheim Palace, you can see the beautiful countryside after experiencing cosmopolitan London. This vacation offers you all of the freedom and control you’d like.
Please Note: Room availability from November to Easter is reduced in rural areas, as some B&B owners close for the winter season.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
Add the following to your vacation:
- One Standard Encore Theatre Pass
- See London by Night
- London Pub Passport
Day 1. Welcome to London!
Arrive at London Gatwick Airport and head to the city center! There, you can explore city highlights such as Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square, and the iconic Big Ben.
In the evening, consider treating yourself to a ride on the London Eye, where you'll enjoy sweeping views of the city while riding Europe's tallest Ferris Wheel.
With a prime location in the Imperial Wharf district in Chelsea, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Chelsea is an ideal base to explore London. Discover the cafes and boutiques of Kings Road and Chelsea Harbor - all just a short walk away. The hotel is easily accessible from all major transport points in the city, so you won't have to spend much time getting from one place to another.
Each of the 172 guestrooms offers modern amenities including Wi-Fi, a 26-inch flat-screen TV, a generously sized work area and a comfortable bed with crisp, white linens. Savor breakfast and dinner in the relaxed atmosphere of the on-site restaurant, or sip a glass of wine at the full-service bar.
Escape to the comfortable, contemporary Thistle City Barbican, nestled right in-between site-filled Central London and hip, artsy Shoreditch. Do some shopping on the trendy streets of Angel, eat tasty street food in Shoreditch, and visit the world-renowned Barbican Centre and Museum of London! Not only is Shoreditch known for its buzzing food markets, but it's also known as a curry capital and street art hotspot. Check out Brick Lane, home to England's most raved-about curry eateries, then head to wander around and take photos in front of the amazing murals that fill Shoreditch's streets. After you explore Northern London, head to the Old Street Tube station and use it as your gateway into Central London.
When you're tired from exploring all day, look forward to relaxing in your tranquil hotel. Step in to the sophisticated lobby and say "hello" to the friendly reception staff. Head up to your room, where you'll find flat-screen TV with Freeview, large cozy beds, and free unlimited Wi-Fi. Take a dip in the pool or work all your stresses away in the gym! Once you work up an appetite, treat yourself to a delicious meal at on-site 120 Central Brasserie, then say "cheers" to a lovely vacation in the chic Bar 120.
Day 2. London
Spend a full day discovering the splendors of England's capital city today. Start with a walk over to Buckingham Palace in time to experience the Changing of the Guard.
You can also visit Westminster Abbey, or soak up some culture at the British Museum or Natural History Museum of London. If shopping is on your list, head to one of London's iconic markets, such as Camden Locks or Portobello Road.
Day 3. London - England Bed & Breakfast
Enjoy a final breakfast in London, then head to your first chosen accommodation! Consider heading westward towards Bath to explore the original Roman bathhouses for which it is named. You may want to make a pit stop at the famous Windsor Castle along the way.
About 45 miles further west of Bath you'll find prehistoric Stonehenge, filled mysteries and secrets left undiscovered to this day. Take advantage of the flexibility and freedom of this package to explore the country at your own pace and with your own interests in mind.
Check-in - England B&Bs and Small Hotels
These England B&Bs and
Small Hotels give you the chance to stay in some of the most charming
independently owned B&B’s and quintessentially English small hotels and
inns in some of the most picturesque locations in England– so you feel like
you’re staying in a special home away from home. The collection ranges from
working farms and former vicarages to Victorian town houses and country homes,
and each has been chosen for its character, charm and individuality - and of
course for the warm welcome you are sure to receive. Each boasts comfortable
accommodations and en-suite facilities, as well as an excellent, traditional
breakfast – guaranteed to provide a truly memorable stay. Your voucher entitles
you to your choice of Category 1 B&B or hotel. The B&Bs are mostly
private homes, which provide breakfast but limited additional services; the
small hotels typically provide access to additional food and bar services.
Upon purchase of your
B&B vouchers, please visit the following website to determine what your
accommodation options are in the area(s) you’ll be visiting, and where you
would like to stay: www.circlehotels.co.uk. It
is highly recommended that you request your accommodations as far in advance as
possible (a minimum 45 days in advance), since the properties are small and
availability is limited, especially in high season. Requests MUST be placed
through the reservations office of The Circle, by email. If you book directly
through the B&B or hotel, your voucher will not be honored, and you will be
responsible for paying for your reservation directly to the B&B/Hotel. Is
this were to happen, you will not be eligible for a refund of any unused
vouchers. Please note: these vouchers can be redeemed for B&Bs offered by
The Circle in Scotland and Wales, as well.
When planning your itinerary,
remember that B&Bs are generally not located in major city centers so you
will want to expand your search to outside of the city proper. Please be
advised that due to the size of the properties, if you are travelling in a
group or with another reservation, The Circle might not be able to accommodate
you at the same property and may require members of your group to stay in
multiple properties or be flexible to an alternative property, which could
accommodate your group.
Your voucher entitles you to
properties at the Category 1 level. If you would like to upgrade to any of the
higher-level B&B’s or hotels, you can do so at an additional supplement as
follows, payable directly to The Circle at the time of confirmation:
Supplements for travel January – December 2024:
Voucher Plus B&B or Category 2 hotel - additional £10 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Voucher Premium B&B or Category 3 hotel - additional £20 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 4 - additional £30 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 5 - additional £40 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 6 - additional £50 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 7 - additional £60 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 8 - additional £70 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 9 - Price on Application**These supplements vary based on the location of the property, room type, and dates of stay. B&Bs/Hotels which fall under this category will be noted as POA (Price on Application) in The Circle’s online guide.
Please Note: Supplement fees paid directly to The Circle can only be charged via American Express, Visa or MasterCard.
Day 4. England Bed & Breakfast
Today, consider booking a stay at one of the lovely B&Bs located in the Cotswolds. Here you'll find traditional British villages, including Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of Shakespeare! You can also explore the nearby University of Oxford and the famous campus.
Day 5. England Bed & Breakfast
Depart the Cotswolds, making a stop at Warwick Castle along the way if you wish. You should then head north to Liverpool, where you can experience the charm of this lively city and follow the footsteps of The Beatles!
Day 6. England Bed & Breakfast
Football (soccer) fans will want to head slightly east to Manchester today. Alternatively, you can slowly make your way back to the southern part of the country, making a stop at Sheffield or Cambridge.
Day 7. Depart England
Depart England today from London Gatwick Airport. Kindly drop off your car rental at the agency located at LGW airport and proceed to your flight.
Fly home!
Where available, the Flexible Change Plan allows you to change your travel date for ANY reason (between 30 days and 14 days before planned departure). You will receive a Future Travel Credit for the entire amount you paid. Please note that prepaid instant purchase airfares and group airfare are not eligible for the Flexible Change Plan and are subject to airline-imposed change or cancellation fees based on airline rules at the time that the change is requested. You must rebook using the original air carrier at least 14 days prior to your originally scheduled departure and complete travel at least 1 year from original booking date. Additional fees may apply. Future travel credit is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be redeemed for cash.