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BRITAIN’S FINEST SIGHTSEEING

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Enchanting EXPERIENCESMake extra-special memories this festive season with our unforgettable journeys and experiences to Britain’s most iconic locations.

Relax in comfort as our captivating guides unravel the sights, stories and magic of Britain at this most wonderful time of the year.

TOURS THROUGHOUT DECEMBER p.4 — 5

CHRISTMAS EVE TOURS p.6 — 8

CHRISTMAS DAY TOURS p.9 — 13

BOXING DAY TOURS p.14 — 18

EXPERIENCES COMBINATION OFFER NEW p.19

FULL-DAY TOURS

p.20 — 21

AFTERNOON TEA p.22

HOTEL PICK-UP SERVICE p.22 — 23


Adult (17+) £49 Senior (60+)/Student (with ID) £47

Child (3-16) £45 Family (2A + 2C) £178

TOURS RUNNING FROM NOVEMBER

Please note: This tour does not include entrance to the interior of Westminster Abbey.

AFTERNOON TEA AT WESTMINSTER ABBEY & MAGICAL CHRISTMAS LIGHTS TOUR

Tour 14C

3.5 HOURS LEISURELY ENGLISH

Enjoy a delicious festive afternoon tea experience at iconic Westminster Abbey, the coronation site of British royalty since 1066. Indulge in a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, tasty tartlets and confectionery treats that includes traditional mince pies and jam with scones. In the evening, head off on a panoramic tour of London to see its world-famous Christmas lights in their full glittering glory.

WHAT’S INCLUDED• Afternoon tea at Westminster

Abbey and panoramic tour of London

• Expert guide• Personal audio headset• Superior coach• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board

Tour Starts 4:00 pm, Westminster Abbey gift shop (please arrive at 3:45 pm)

Afternoon Tea Christmas Lights Tour Finishes 7:30 pm approx, Westminster underground station

Operates Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday from 19th November to 31st December 2019, excluding 24th & 26th December 2019.

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CANTERBURY CHRISTMAS MARKET, LEEDS CASTLE & MARITIME GREENWICH

Tour CE22

9.5 HOURS MODERATE ENGLISH

Visit ‘the loveliest castle in the world’, a 900-year-old former property of no fewer than six English queens, before heading off to explore one of Britain’s best Christmas markets set against the backdrop of the stunning Canterbury Cathedral. Along the way, you’ll also see the iconic buildings of Britain’s maritime history in Greenwich.

Boarding 8:30 am, Victoria Coach StationDeparture 9:00 amFinishes 6:30 pm approx, Victoria Train Station

WHAT’S INCLUDED• Explore Canterbury

Christmas market

• Photo stop at Greenwich• Entrance to Leeds Castle

• Expert guide• Personal audio headset

• Superior coach• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board

Operates 24th December (Christmas Eve)


Child (3-16) £59 Family (2A + 2C) £246

WINDSOR CASTLE, STONEHENGE & OXFORD (WITH ENTRY TICKETS)

Tour 26


Visit the ancestral home of the British monarchy, the largest occupied castle in the world, and step back over 5,000 years in time to uncover the mystery behind Stonehenge. Wander the medieval cobbled streets of Oxford with an expert guide, who will bring the history of this ancient university city to life.

WHAT’S INCLUDED• Entry to Windsor Castle

& Stonehenge • Walking tour of Oxford• Expert guide• Personal audio headset• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board

Boarding 7:30 am, Victoria Coach StationDeparture8:00 amFinishes 7:30 pm approx, Victoria Train Station



Child (3-16) £92 Family (2A + 2C) £378

CHRISTMAS EVE CHRISTMAS EVE

Please note: Entrance to Canterbury Cathedral is not included. Tour is non-refundable once booked.

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FESTIVE LUNCH IN SHAKESPEARE’S ENGLAND WITH OXFORD & THE COTSWOLDS

Tour CE23

10 HOURS MODERATE ENGLISH

Discover the world of William Shakespeare and gain an insight into his life’s story as you visit his childhood home before enjoying a fabulous festive feast with all the trimmings. Explore one of the most beautiful, quintessentially English market towns in the stunning surroundings of the Cotswolds and a walking tour of the historic city of Oxford led by your expert guide.


WHAT’S INCLUDED• Entrance to Shakespeare’s

birthplace• Walking tour of Oxford• Visit Bourton-on-the-Water

in the Cotswolds• Two-course festive lunch

• Expert guide• Personal audio headset

• Superior coach• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board


CHRISTMAS EVE


Child (3-16) £115 Family (2A + 2C) £470

WHAT’S INCLUDED• Walking tour of Windsor• Visit Avebury Stone Circle• Complimentary pick-up service

from your hotel*

• Festive brunch• Free time in Bath• Expert guide• Personal audio headset• Superior coach• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board


Operates 25th December (Christmas Day)

CHRISTMAS DAY


Child (3-16) £79 Family (2A + 2C) £326

*Complimentary hotel pick-up available from 28 hotels. See pp. 22-23 for full details.

Please note: Entrance to Windsor Castle and the Roman Baths is not included as part of the tour.

WINDSOR CHRISTMAS BRUNCH WITH AVEBURY STONE CIRCLE & BATH

Tour CD21


Visit the historic town of Windsor, steeped in centuries of royal history and tradition, where you’ll indulge in a fantastic festive two-course brunch with sparkling wine in a 14th-century building located opposite Windsor Castle. Explore the ancient Neolithic stone circle at Avebury, plus enjoy a walking tour through the beautiful Georgian city of Bath with your expert guide, who will bring the history of this stunning city to life.

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CHRISTMAS DAY


Child (3-16) £119 Family (2A + 2C) £486

CHRISTMAS AT CANTERBURY CATHEDRAL, KENT VILLAGES & FESTIVE LUNCH TOUR

Tour CD22


Attend the traditional Christmas Day service at the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral, home of the Church of England and one of the most striking medieval structures in the country, with origins dating back to 597AD. Enjoy a festive three-course lunch with wine or beer, and a scenic drive through picturesque English countryside villages, plus a stop for photos at Greenwich; the historical centre of Britain’s maritime history.

WHAT’S INCLUDED• Picturesque drive through

Kentish villages• Photo stop in Greenwich• Complimentary hotel

pick-up service*

• Three-course festive lunch• Expert guide• Superior coach• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board



CHRISTMAS DAY

Adult (18+) £175 Child (5-17) £165

Senior (60+)/Student (with ID) £170

WHAT’S INCLUDED• Complimentary hotel

pick-up service*

• 4-course Christmas Day lunch• Sightseeing tour of London’s

most iconic landmarks• Panoramic river cruise • Expert guide


Boarding 8:30 am, Victoria Coach StationDeparture 9:00 amLunch cruise Boarding 11:30 amCruise Departure 12:00 pmFinishes 3:15 pm approx, Westminster Pier


Please note: Tour is non-refundable once booked. *Complimentary hotel pick-up available from 28 hotels. See pp. 22-23 for full details.

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ROYAL LONDON TOUR WITH CHRISTMAS LUNCH CRUISE ON THE RIVER THAMES

Tour CD25


Wine, dine and dance your way into the festive spirit on this fantastic tour that includes a sightseeing tour through London and panoramic lunch cruise along the River Thames. Enjoy some fantastic unspoiled views of London’s waterfront and iconic landmarks as you tuck into your Christmas lunch accompanied by onboard entertainment.

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CHRISTMAS LUNCH IN SHAKESPEARE’S ENGLAND WITH OXFORD & THE COTSWOLDS

Tour CD24


Explore the life and times of the world’s most famous dramatist and as you visit the town of his birth and where he grew up before settling down to enjoy a delicious three-course Christmas lunch with a glass of wine or beer. Wander the medieval cobbled streets in the historic university town of Oxford, and stopover in a quaint, quintessentially English market town nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds.


pick-up service*

• Three-course Christmas Day lunch

• Walking tour of Oxford• Visit the beautiful town

of Burford• Panoramic tour

of Stratford-upon-Avon • Expert guide• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board


CHRISTMAS DAY

CHRISTMAS IN LONDON PANORAMIC TOUR

Tour CD29


Experience the magic of Christmas in London on this fantastic tour of the city’s most iconic sights and historic landmarks. Along the way, your expert guide will regale you with interesting historical facts and bring the history of London to life. You’ll see Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, the London Eye, plus many more of London’s most notable sights.


pick-up service*

• Panoramic tour of London• Expert guide• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board


CHRISTMAS DAY



Child (3-16) £119 Family (2A + 2C) £486Adult (17+) £42 Child (3-16) £37

Senior (60+)/Student (with ID) £39

Boarding 8:30 am, Victoria Coach StationDeparture 9:00 amFinishes 11:30 am approx, Westminster Pier

*Complimentary hotel pick-up available from 28 hotels. See pp. 22-23 for full details.Please note that entrance to Shakespeare’s Birthplace is not included in the tour. Tour is non-refundable once booked. *Complimentary hotel pick-up available from 28 hotels. See pp. 22-23 for full details.

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BOXING DAY STONEHENGE EXPRESS TOUR

Tour BD9

6 HOURS LEISURELY MULTILINGUAL

Visit the world’s most famous Neolithic site at this special time of year. Discover how it was built, the theories behind its construction and the origin of its mysterious builders. Come face-to-face with a 5,000-year-old man in the Visitor Centre, and explore the vast collection of Neolithic tools and artefacts.

WHAT’S INCLUDED• Express service to Stonehenge• Entrance to Stonehenge• Multilingual audio guide• Superior coach• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board

Operates 26th December (Boxing Day)

BOXING DAY

WARWICK CASTLE, SHAKESPEARE’S ENGLAND, OXFORD & THE COTSWOLDS

Tour BD23


Explore over a thousand years of history at one of England’s most spectacular medieval castles that once belonged to the Earl of Warwick, a man more powerful than the King himself. Visit the birthplace of Shakespeare and see his childhood home and enjoy a walking tour of historic Oxford with your expert guide. Wander the quaint cobbled streets of this beautiful university town and stop to admire the only place in the country with architecture that spans every period of English history.


pick-up service*

• Entrance to Warwick Castle• Entrance to Shakespeare’s

Birthplace

• Walking tour of Oxford • Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board Operates

26th December (Boxing Day)

BOXING DAY

Boarding 10:45 am, Evan Evans officeDeparture 11:00 amFinishes 5:00 pm approx, Victoria Train Station


Child (3-16) £49 Family (2A + 2C) £196



Child (3-16) £82 Family (2A + 2C) £338


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Child (3-16) £86 Family (2A + 2C) £354

BOXING DAY WINDSOR, STONEHENGE & BATH TOUR WITH MULLED WINE & MINCE PIES

Tour BD21


Explore over 5,000 years of history at Stonehenge and uncover the mystery behind the world’s most famous Neolithic monument that continues to stir opinion and provoke intrigue. Visit two of England’s most historic towns; Windsor, a town steeped in royal history and tradition and Bath, a beautiful Georgian city whose stunning architecture is one of the many reasons it has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.


pick-up service*

• Entrance to Stonehenge• Walking tour of Bath & Windsor• Photo opportunity

outside Windsor Castle

• Mulled wine and mince pies in a 14th-century hotel

• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board



BOXING DAY

BOXING DAY LEEDS CASTLE, CANTERBURY CATHEDRAL & DOVER TOUR

Tour BD22


Discover ‘the loveliest castle in the world’, once the private residence of no fewer than six English queens and set in 500 acres of pristine parkland and gardens. Visit historic Canterbury Cathedral, whose history is often described as ‘England in Stone’. At Dover, you’ll catch a glimpse of a true British icon; the formidable White Cliffs of Dover soar 350ft over the crashing waves of the English Channel below.


pick-up service*

• Entrance to Leeds Castle• Entrance to Canterbury

Cathedral

• Photo opportunity at Dover• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board


BOXING DAY



Child (3-16) £89 Family (2A + 2C) £366*Complimentary hotel pick-up available from 28 hotels. See pp. 22-23 for full details.

*Complimentary hotel pick-up available from 28 hotels. See pp. 22-23 for full details.Please note: Entrance to Windsor Castle and the Roman Baths is not included as part of this tour.

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Child (3-16) £40 Family (2A + 2C) £160

BOXING DAY ROYAL LONDON TOUR

Tour BD1

3 HOURS LEISURELY ENGLISH

Experience the magic of Christmas in London on this fantastic Boxing Day tour of the city’s most iconic sights and historic landmarks. See Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, the London Eye, plus many more of London’s most notable sights. Your expert guide will be on hand to regale you with interesting historical facts that breathe life into the incredible history behind some of the city’s most famous buildings.


pick-up service*

• Panoramic tour of London• Expert guide• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board

Boarding 8:30 am, Victoria Coach StationDeparture 9:00 amFinishes 12:00 pm approx, Trafalgar Square


BOXING DAY

WARTIME LONDON & SPY AND ESPIONAGE EXPERIENCE

Tour 89


Combine two of our most popular London experiences and save an incredible £39* on the ultimate spy and wartime experience. Explore the dark, secret world of international espionage and learn about the city’s pivotal role during the Cold War. Discover the real-life sites used by famous agents and intelligence services, and hear about the devastating effects of WW2 on the city. See evidence of bomb damage and notable Allied buildings as your expert guide brings the history of wartime London to life.

WHAT’S INCLUDED• Luxury 16-seater Mercedes

vehicle• Expert guide• Personal audio headset• Wi-Fi & USB charging on-board• Unique souvenir

photo brochure

Operates Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday throughout December

BOXING DAY


Child (3-16) £89 Family (2A + 2C) £371

SMALL GROUP EXPERIENCES

Combination offer


Boarding 8:30 am, The Original London Visitor Centre, 17-19 Cockspur Street

Departure 9:00 am

Lunch Break 12:00 pm, Trafalgar Square

Departure 1:30 pm, St Ermin’s Hotel, 2 Caxton St, SW1H 0QW

Finishes 4:30 pm, Victoria Train Station

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*Saving made compared with booking both experiences individually.


All other sightseeing tours between 27th December – 2nd January 2020 will operate as normal – please see main brochure for further details.

STONEHENGE EXPRESS Tour 9M

Express coach to Stonehenge with entry ticket, audio guide and interactive map.

Days of Operation DailyDeparts 9:30 am (Evan Evans Office, 258 Vauxhall Bridge Road, SW1V 1BS. Boarding commences at 9:15 am)Returns 3:00 pm approx. Victoria Train Station

*On 26 December 2019 and 1 January 2020, this tour will depart at 11:00 am from the Evan Evans office and return at 5:30 pm.

The following tours all depart from Victoria Coach Station and return to Victoria Train Station. Please arrive for boarding 30 minutes prior to departure.

BLENHEIM PALACE, DOWNTON ABBEY VILLAGE & THE COTSWOLDS Tour 19

Including entry to Blenheim Palace and a visit to two Cotswolds villages.

Days of Operation 27th-30th December and 1st JanuaryDeparts / Returns 9:00 am / 7:00 pm approx.

Stonehenge entrance only (Tour 18)

Stonehenge & Roman Baths entrance (Tour 18B)

Adult (17+) £73 £89

Child (3-16) £63 £79

Senior/Student £68 £84

Senior (60+)/Student (with ID) £262 £326

STONEHENGE & BATH Tours 18 & 18B

Tour 18 – Including entry to Stonehenge only Tour 18B – Including entry to Stonehenge & Roman Baths

Days of Operation 1st December - 23rd December: Monday, Wednesday & Friday. 27th Dec - 2nd Jan 2020: DailyDeparts / Returns 8:30 am / 7:00 pm approx.


Child (3-16) £92 Family (2A + 2C) £378

WINDSOR CASTLE, STONEHENGE & OXFORD Tour 26

Including entry to Windsor Castle and Stonehenge with a walking tour of Oxford.

Days of Operation Daily, except for 25 - 26 DecemberDeparts / Returns 8:00 am / 7:00 pm approx.

FULL-DAY TOURS from 1 December - 2 January


Child (3-16) £49 Family (2A + 2C) £196


Child (3-16) £75 Family (2A + 2C) £310

WARWICK CASTLE, SHAKESPEARE’S ENGLAND, OXFORD & THE COTSWOLDS Tour 23

Including entry to Warwick Castle and Shakespeare’s Birthplace, plus a walking tour of Oxford.

Days of Operation 1st December - 23rd December: Monday, Wednesday & Saturday. 27th Dec - 2nd Jan 2020: DailyDeparts / Returns 8:30 am / 7:00 pm approx.


Child (3-16) £89 Family (2A + 2C) £366

LEEDS CASTLE, CANTERBURY CATHEDRAL & DOVER Tour 22

Including entry to Leeds Castle and Canterbury Cathedral.

Days of Operation 1st December - 23rd December: Wednesday, Friday & Saturday. 27th Dec - 2nd Jan 2020: Daily except for 29th DecemberDeparts / Returns 9:00 am / 7:00 pm approx.


Child (3-16) £52 Family (2A + 2C) £218


Hotel Name AddressNearest Tube

StationPick-up

Time

AMBA Marble Arch Bryanston Street Marble Arch 08:00

Blakemore Hotel 30 Leinster Gardens Queensway 07:30

Central Park Hotel 49 Queensborough Terrace Queensway 08:05

Corus on Hyde Park 1 Lancaster Gate Lancaster Gate 08:10

Guoman Tower Hotel St Katharine's Way Tower Hill 07:30

Hilton Euston 17-18 Upper Woburn Place Bloomsbury 07:50

Hilton Kensington 179-199 Holland Park Avenue Holland Park 07:50

Hilton Paddington 146 Praed Street Paddington 07:40

Hilton Park Lane 22 Park Lane Hyde Park Corner 08:15

Holiday Inn London Regent's Park

Carburton StreetGreat Portland Street

08:05

Ibis London Earl's Court 47 Lillie Road West Brompton 07:40

Langham London 1C Portland Place Oxford Circus 08:10

Marriott Grosvenor Square

Grosvenor Square Bond Street 08:10

Marriott Kensington 147 Cromwell Road Gloucester Road 07:50

Marriott Marble Arch 134 George Street Marble Arch 07:50

Melia White House Albany Street, Regent's ParkGreat Portland Street

08:00

Millennium Gloucester 4-18 Harrington Gardens Gloucester Road 07:55

Millennium Knightsbridge

17 Sloane Street Knightsbridge 08:10

Novotel London West 1 Shortlands Hammersmith 07:40

Original London Visitor Centre

17-19 Cockspur Street, Trafalgar Square

Charing Cross 08:15

Park Plaza Westminster Bridge

200 Westminster Bridge Road Westminster 07:50

Radisson Mayfair Stratton Street Green Park 08:15

Rembrandt Hotel 11 Thurloe Place South Kensington 08:05

Ritz Hotel (Casino Entrance) 150 Piccadilly Green Park 08:20

Royal National Hotel 38-51 Bedford Way Russell Square 07:55

Rubens at The Palace, The

39 Buckingham Palace Road Victoria 08:15

St. Ermin's Hotel 2 Caxton Street St. James Park 08:10

St. Giles Hotel Bedford AvenueTottenham Court Road

07:40

Prices were correct at the date of going to print (November 2019). Students must have valid student ID and seniors must be 60+. The following tours are non-refundable once booked – CD22, CD24, CD25, 44 & 351R. For all other tours a 100% cancellation fee applies inside of 24 hrs.

CHRISTMAS DAY AND BOXING DAY PICK-UP SERVICE

On 25th December (Christmas Day) and 26th December (Boxing Day) we will offer a courtesy collection service* from the hotels listed below. Please ask the guest(s) to wait by the Concierge Desk at least 10 minutes before the time shown. Our guide will meet the guests there. On returning to London, there will be several drop-off points. Please see our website for more details.

*The courtesy pick-up must be pre-booked with Evan Evans at least 48 hours before departure.

FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT THE RUBENS AT THE PALACE HOTEL Tour 351R

Enjoy a quintessentially English afternoon tea experience at one of London’s leading 5-star hotels. Sit back and relax in the Palace Lounge, with its fantastic panoramic views of The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace, also known as the Queen’s stables. Choose from a selection of mouthwatering finger sandwiches and delicious sweet treats, including a choice of freshly baked scones served with homemade strawberry preserve and clotted cream.

Days of Operation 12th November - 6th JanuaryStarts 3:00 pm*

Location 39 Buckingham Palace Rd, London, SW1W 0PS

Adult (12+) £50

Children (under 12) £19

*Please arrive 15 minutes beforehand. You will require a printed copy of your ticket. Once booked, tickets are non-refundable and dates/times cannot be changed.

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