The tour begins with a 1-hour leisurely drive through the scenic English countryside and along the river Stour via the historic towns of Manningtree and East Bergholt with pleasing views of pastel-washed and warped timber framed buildings. Your destination is the lovely town of Lavenham in the county of Suffolk, which is widely regarded as “England's finest medieval town”. Some of the town’s notable features are its 15th-century church, half-timbered medieval cottages and circular walk. Most of Lavenham’s ancient buildings were built between 1400 and 1500, and the historical centre of the village has remained much as it was at that time. During medieval times, Lavenham was one of the 20 wealthiest settlements in England. Before returning to the vessel, you will have sufficient time to stroll around and discover Lavenham on your own. Be sure to bring your camera as the town provides a plethora of sights to photograph, one of which is certainly the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul. Please note : limited number of guides in languages other than English. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in English only.

Price per person $68.00 Adults $48.00 Children

   

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      Upon leaving the port, this tour will take you through hills and valleys surrounding the border between Suffolk and Essex to admire the sort of landscapes that were immortalised in oils by the famous English landscape painter, John Constable. The tour also calls at Constable’s birthplace, the village of East Bergholt, after which it continues on to Flatford and Dedham Mills, both of which were owned by Constable’s father, Golding. Recent discoveries have provided evidence that this area has been inhabited for nearly two thousand years. Constable himself was originally intended to take over the family business from his father, but this task later fell to his younger brother Abram. Constable succeeded in persuading his father to allow him to pursue art in 1799 and, at the age of 23, finally enrolled in the Royal Academy Schools as a probationer and began to attend life classes, study anatomical dissection and copy Old Masters. Please note : limited number of guides in languages other than English. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in English only.

Price per person $68.00 Adults $48.00 Children

   

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        This tour will take you to a city that looks back on a 2000-year history and is Britain’s oldest settlement: Colchester. It was also the first Roman capital of England. The tour includes a call at Colchester Castle Museum, which provides insight into the town’s history. The Norman-built castle dates back to 1076 and the castle’s keep is the largest surviving example in Europe. For most of its life the Castle was used as a prison. One of the most infamous episodes in its history occurred in 1645 when Matthew Hopkins, the self-styled “Witch-finder General”, used the castle to imprison and interrogate women suspected of being witches. After your visit to the museum, you will have some free time to explore the town on your own. Close by are the narrow streets of the Dutch quarter where the cloth industry once flourished, and the award-winning Castle Park provides a delightful oasis of horticultural splendour in the town centre. The park is open year-round and well worth a visit. The tour concludes with a scenic drive back to the port. Please note : limited number of guides in languages other than English. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in English only.

Price per person $80.00 Adults $56.00 Children

   

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        After leaving the port of Harwich, you will travel inland to the fascinating city of Cambridge. The city’s winding streets and splendid architecture are simply oozing with atmosphere. It is a lovely place to explore on foot and can seem more like a bustling market town than a major city with an international reputation for academic excellence. The University of Cambridge was first established in the 13th century and has since educated numerous kings, prime ministers, generals, politicians, scientists, writers, actors and a slew of successful comedians. Many of the beautiful college buildings date from the 15th and 16th centuries and offer splendid views over the River Cam. The tour includes an enjoyable walk through the city with your guide providing entertaining information about the city’s history and legends. You will have a chance to visit one of the oldest parts of the university, St. John’s College, which was granted its charter in 1511. The Bridge of Sighs linking the college to the lawns at the rear of the building, aptly named “the Backs”, will even surprise you with a Venetianesque echo. You will then have some free time to explore this fascinating city on your own. You can be sure there is much to see. Leaving Cambridge, you will then travel through the gorgeous Suffolk countryside to Bury St. Edmunds – an ancient town where the remains of the Saxon King Edmund, who was martyred in A.D. 869, are interred in a small monastery. A visit to the abbey ruins, including a Norman tower located at the 14th-century abbey gate, is also on the tour itinerary. You will then have some free time to spend at your leisure, perhaps shopping or exploring, whichever you prefer. Finally re-board the coach for your return journey to the ship. Please note : limited number of guides in languages other than English. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in English only.

Price per person $93.00 Adults $65.00 Children

   

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        A 2-hour coach drive will take you to London where you will enjoy a sightseeing tour around one of the greatest cities of the world, the capital city of the United Kingdom. If you are new to the city, this day out is a great way to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of “The Big Smoke”, covering the main attractions in a grand sightseeing circuit. With its iconic red buses and friendly “bobbies”, magnificent churches and down-to-earth pubs, our excursion will take in the key attractions including Buckingham Palace, London Bridge and Westmister Abbey. Get some snaps of the neo-Gothic Parliament buildings located majestically on the banks of the River Thames and see the landmark clock tower of Big Ben. You will also have free time for lunch (not included) and world-class shopping opportunities. Return to Harwich. Please note: guides will stay in London after the tour; the transfer to the port will be unguided.

Price per person $101.00 Adults $71.00 Children

   

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        Whether you’ve already seen the sights of London or fancy a more independent day off the ship, this unguided tour is ideal for those who wish to sightsee on their own, who like shopping or are keen to explore Britain’s wonderful capital city at their leisure and their own pace. After leaving the port, a two-hour coach transfer will take you to the heart of London and drop you off close to the main shopping areas and key tourist attractions. London’s fantastic public transport system, which naturally includes the iconic tube, will then speed you to wherever you want to go. There is certainly no shortage of things to do. London’s museums are always a pleasure to visit, as are its many art galleries, for instance The Tate Britain and The Tate Modern. Or perhaps you might want to immerse yourself in the enjoyable hubbub of Covent Garden, London’s former fruit and vegetable market and home both to the Royal Opera House and a plethora of interesting shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants. Not surprisingly, it is an extremely popular shopping and tourist destination. A trip to Kensington will take you to what is arguably the world’s most famous department store, Harrods – a must-see on any London itinerary. Have your camera at the ready to capture all the amazing sights that London has to offer. Your day out in London will draw to a close in the afternoon with your return to Harwich and your vessel.

Price per person $90.00 Adults $63.00 Children

   

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