{"id":9802,"date":"2014-03-18T09:00:35","date_gmt":"2014-03-18T13:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/?p=9802"},"modified":"2020-06-22T16:41:05","modified_gmt":"2020-06-22T20:41:05","slug":"time-plan-upcoming-england-odyssey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/time-plan-upcoming-england-odyssey\/","title":{"rendered":"Time to plan your upcoming England Odyssey"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to travel, England has plenty to offer. From its vast array of prehistoric sites, magical castles, world-renowned museums, legendary musical venues, and exciting pubs, everything about England promises to keep travellers inspired. Travel to London and discover the wonders of magnificent attractions such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Immerse yourself in this grandiose metropolis and savour the pleasure of being on the same streets as the royalties we often only hear about. For a serene setting, collect yourself in Birmingham and come across a wealth of cultural sites such as Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Ikon Gallery, and Jewellery Quarter. Make a stop at Cadbury World and learn about the history of cocoa, the intricate chocolate-making process, and of course, try out delicious samples. If you\u2019re a party-seeker, head over to Manchester and be introduced to one of the dynamic cities in all of Britain. Featuring impressive architecture, music of all kinds, and renowned pubs and nightclubs, Manchester will deliver an experience you will always cherish.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s time to live out your European odyssey! To begin, sort through our list of recommended <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/tours.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">London city packages &amp; excursions<\/a> available via Transat Holidays:<\/p>\n<p><b>Discover London<\/b> (9 Days, 7 Nights, &amp; 7 Meals)<br \/>\nFrom $1429 to $1729<\/p>\n<p>Embrace London and all it has to offer. Get the chance to explore prominent spots such as Parliament Square, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham palace. Then take a guided tour that includes St. Paul\u2019s Cathedral, the Tower of London &amp; Crown Jewels, and a mini-cruise on the River Thames.<\/p>\n<p><b>London Your Way<\/b> (9 Days, 7 Nights, &amp; 7 Meals)<br \/>\nFrom $1129 to $1479<\/p>\n<p>Explore London just the way you like it. Enjoy passes that\u2019ll allow you to experience all of London\u2019s highlights on your own time and pace. With 6 consecutive days of free entry to your choice of over 55 attractions, free guidebooks with maps and directions, and priority entrance to top attractions, it will be the London getaway you\u2019ve always dreamed of.<\/p>\n<p><b>Churchill &amp; the Royals<\/b> (9 Days, 7 Nights, &amp; 7 Meals)<br \/>\nFrom $1549 to $1829<\/p>\n<p>Tour some of the most beloved monuments and residences of British kings and queens with your Churchill &amp; the Royals package. Take this opportunity to learn about the history of WWII and England\u2019s great leader, Winston Churchill. After, drive around Parliament Square to see Westminster Abbey, enjoy a full-day tour through Trafalgar Square, the theatre district and Piccadilly Circus, and spend some time at St. Paul\u2019s Cathedral and the Tower of London.<\/p>\n<p><b>Other notable excursions<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>EDF Energy London Eye <\/b><br \/>\n$45, approximately 25-minute duration<\/p>\n<p>Discover London unlike any other and get a bird\u2019s-eye view of London on the world\u2019s highest observation tower. The London Eye takes you 135m above the River Thames offering the most amazing panoramic view of the city.<\/p>\n<p><b>Warner Bros. Studio Tour London <\/b><br \/>\n$91, daily departures except Sundays<\/p>\n<p>Enter the magical world of Harry Potter with a behind-the-scenes morning or afternoon tour of the Warner Brothers Studio in London. Walk through a wide array of beautiful sets, costumes and props used in the movies, and discover the secrets behind some of the special effects used in the film.<\/p>\n<p><strong>To learn about other <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/vacations-packages_00_02_XY_england.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">England vacation packages<\/a>, give our expert agents a call at 1-800-665-4981.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to travel, England has plenty to offer. From its vast array of prehistoric sites, magical castles, world-renowned museums, legendary musical venues, and exciting pubs, everything about England promises to keep travellers inspired. Travel to London and discover the wonders of magnificent attractions such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. 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