We begin our tour with an exploration of Gas town, visiting the famous Steam Clock as well as the statue of Gassy Jack, a colorful character in Vancouvers history.
As we take you through the downtown area you will see some of Vancouvers most famous buildings, including the Marine Building, the Christ Church Cathedral, and the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.
We'll also show you some of the citys cultural highlights such as the Vancouver Art Gallery and the Vancouver Public Library.
Finally, your local guide will show you Chinatowns Millennium Gate and the Dr Sun Yat Sen Chinese Garden after all, a visit to the city thats set to host the 2010 Olympics wouldnt be complete without mentioning its vibrant multicultural heritage!
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We'll start our adventure with a leisurely ride around Stanley Park where you'll discover why this park receives over 8 million visitors per year.
Learn about flora and fauna, separate fact from fiction at the Totem Pole park, and come to a better understanding of the crucial role the park played in Vancouvers earlier days and the legendary characters that helped give the 9 O'Clock gun, Brocton Point Lighthouse, and Dead Mans Island their fame.
After we've completed the length of the trail around the park enjoy a bite to eat on us at our favourite restaurant in Vancouver before heading over to Gastown, Vancouvers tourist hot-spot.
Check out the Steam Clock, learn more about Gassy Jack (Vancouvers first unofficial mayor) and see where the city of Vancouver really started.
Highlights:
- Canada Place
- Prospect Point
- The Seawall
- Stanley Park
- and much more!
Our day begins in the charming medieval town of Windsor. Your professional guide will walk you through the picturesque cobbled streets up to the magnificent Castle which is perched high on a large chalk buff, high above the River Thames. From William the Conqueror all the way through to our current Queen, successive monarchs have lived here and left their mark on what is now the largest continuously occupied castle in the world. Feel free to enjoy the views of the Castle from the outside, and soak up the atmosphere of Windsor life at your leisure. Alternatively we can organise a fast track ticket into the Castle, so you can see for yourself the splendor of St. Georges chapel and the sumptuous state apartments. Windsor itself is a pretty town full of traditional shops and historic pubs. Shakespeare is said to have written his play The Merry Wives of Windsor in one of them! After our visit to Windsor, we drive through Runnymede, where King John signed the Magna Carta.
STONEHENGE
The most famous prehistoric monument in the world, and now a world heritage site, Stonehenge stands alone in the vast empty tract of Salisbury plain. Its origins date back nearly 5,000 years and it has been home to pagan religion and spiritual worship, not to be mention public debate ever since. What was this vast collection of stones intended for? Was it observatory of the moon, a temple to the sun, or an elaborate cemetery? Who were the people who carried and carved these 40 ton rocks? Come and unlock the secrets for yourself and marvel at this remarkable and mysterious feat of ancient engineering and design. At Stonehenge, you have free time to enjoy the spectacular views of Stonehenge and the surrounding Salisbury plains. Alternatively your guide can help you buy a fast track tickets to walk right to the front of the queue and straight into the Stonehenge site itself - not to be missed!
BATH
Bath, another world heritage site, is a beautiful Georgian city with delightful crescents, terraces and architecture. Following our guided tour of the city, there will be plenty of time to visit Bath Abbey and Pulteney Bridge overlooking the river Avon cascading over the weir. And you can shop, explore and take afternoon tea in the Pump Rooms while listening to the string quartet.
There is plenty do in Bath and you can enjoy some free time if you wish. Alternatively why not enjoy a unique visit of the Roman Baths with our very own Roman legionary exclusive to Premium tours. The tour can be purchased from your guide and is a truly magical end to a wonderful day.
Visit Windsor, Stonehenge and Bath all in one day
Luxury coach and professional guide
See Runnymede where the Magna Carta was signed in 1215
Lunch stop in a traditional English pub (food/drinks not included)
Fast track tickets to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Bath can be bought on the day - beat the queues!
Entrance to the delightful Georgian Pump Room
Optional walking tour of Windsor and free time to shop and explore in Bath
Plant hunters and collectors of Victorian times, the woman who saved sushi, orchids bred in the industrial city, trees that survived the smoke, and the re-greening of Manchester. Meet Midland Hotel steps, Peter Street.
Come on our most popular Harry Potter tour and take a magical journey into the world of everyones favorite boy wizard, Harry Potter! Visit two of the most beautiful cities in the world, London and Oxford, as we show you the film locations and inspirations behind the books, an essential experience for any Harry Potter fan.
Chauffeur Driven Tour
Chauffeur driven tours are a luxurious but affordable solution to sightseeing in style. We take you away from the crowded streets and buses on an intimate tour in a private vehicle, guided by your professional chauffeur, who gives you personal attention and courtesy throughout the experience, including hotel pick up/drop off and numerous photo opportunities, and of course a chance to savour each location at a more leisurely and intimate pace. Make no mistake, there is no better way to travel!
Itinerary
London
- The magical platform 9 sign where Harry catches the Hogwart's Express.
- The bridge destroyed by Lord Voldemort's Death Eaters (Half-Blood Prince).
- The bridge where the Knight Bus squeezes between two London Double Decker buses (Prisoner of Azkaban).
- The entrance to the Leaky Cauldron that Harry and Hagrid entered on their way to Diagon Alley (Sorcerers Stone / Philosophers Stone).
- The London underground station from where Mr Weasley takes Harry to the Ministry of Magic (Order of the Phoenix).
- The entrance to the Leaky Cauldron where the Knight Bus dropped Harry off (Prisoner of Azkaban).
- The location of the red telephone box where Harry and Mr Weasley descend into the secret Ministry of Magic (Order of the Phoenix).
- The secret hideout where Harry is reunited with Sirius Black (Order of the Phoenix).
Plus much, much more
Oxford
- The 16th century dining hall used as the inspiration for Hogwart's Hall.
- The room where they practice their dancing for the Yule Ball when Ron has to dance with Professor McGonagall with the whole of Gryffindor looking on (Goblet of Fire).
- The room used as Hogwarts Hospital in four of the films.
- The tree that Malfoy was sitting in before Mad Eye Moody turned him into a ferret for picking on Harry (Goblet of Fire).
- The 16th century stairs where Professor McGonagall greets the First Years (Sorcerers Stone / Philosophers Stone).
Plus much, much more
PLEASE NOTE: The ticket cost does not include entrance fees to the Oxford attractions, which total 10.
These attractions are working academic institutions and some areas may occasionally close without notice; Bodleian Library is closed on Sundays.
Disclaimer:
The Celebrity Planet's Harry Potter Tours are not official 'Harry Potter' events and not endorsed, sanctioned or in any other way supported, directly or indirectly by Warner Bros Entertainment Inc, the Harry Potter book publishers or J.K.Rowling and her representatives. All rights to the series of Harry Potter books are the property of J.K. Rowling and her publishers including Scholastic Press, et al. Film rights and image trademarks are the property of Warner Bros Entertainment Inc.
Tour Info
Times: Daily @ 9:00am Running Time: 8 hours
Clients are required to call the tour operator 48 hours prior to tour departure to confirm pick-up time and location. Clients must be at the pick-up point at least 10-15 mins prior to the tour start time. Please note hotel pickup is only available in Central London. Clients are asked to make their own way to Henry's Bar & Cafe, 80 Piccadilly, W1J 8HX should they NOT be able to call to reconfirm pick up details.
Take a magical journey into the world of everyones favorite boy wizard, Harry Potter. Visit two of the most beautiful cities in the world, London and Oxford, and the lovely medieval Wiltshire village, Lacock, as we show you the film locations and inspirations behind the books, an essential experience for any Harry Potter fan.
Chauffeur Driven Tour
Chauffeur driven tours are a luxurious but affordable solution to sightseeing in style. We take you away from the crowded streets and buses on an intimate tour in a private vehicle, guided by your professional chauffeur, who gives you personal attention and courtesy throughout the experience, including hotel pick up/drop off and numerous photo opportunities, and of course a chance to savour each location at a more leisurely and intimate pace. Make no mistake, there is no better way to travel!
Itinerary
London
- The magical platform 9 sign where Harry catches the Hogwart's Express.
- The bridge destroyed by Lord Voldemort's Death Eaters (Half-Blood Prince).
- The bridge where the Knight Bus squeezes between two London Double Decker buses (Prisoner of Azkaban).
- The entrance to the Leaky Cauldron that Harry and Hagrid entered on their way to Diagon Alley (Sorcerers Stone / Philosophers Stone).
- The London underground station from where Mr Weasley takes Harry to the Ministry of Magic (Order of the Phoenix).
- The entrance to the Leaky Cauldron where the Knight Bus dropped Harry off (Prisoner of Azkaban).
- The location of the red telephone box where Harry and Mr Weasley descend into the secret Ministry of Magic (Order of the Phoenix).
Plus much, much more
Oxford
- The 16th century dining hall used as the inspiration for Hogwart's Hall.
- The room where they practice their dancing for the Yule Ball when Ron has to dance with Professor McGonagall with the whole of Gryffindor looking on (Goblet of Fire).
- The room used as Hogwarts Hospital in four of the films.
- The tree that Malfoy was sitting in before Mad Eye Moody turned him into a ferret for picking on Harry (Goblet of Fire).
- The 16th century stairs where Professor McGonagall greets the First Years (Sorcerers Stone / Philosophers Stone).
Lacock
- The flashback of Harry's childhood home (The Philosopher's Stone).
- Lacock Abbey, the setting for various interior scenes at Hogwarts School.
- The tower where the killing of Albus Dumbledore at the hands of Severus Snape took place (The Half Blood Prince).
- The Angel Inn.
- The meeting between Albus Dumbledore, Harry Potter and Horace Slughorn (The Half Blood Prince).
PLEASE NOTE: The ticket cost does not include entrance fees to the Oxford attractions, which total 10. These attractions are working academic institutions and some areas may occasionally close without notice; Bodleian Library is closed on Sundays.
Disclaimer:
The Celebrity Planet's Harry Potter Tours are not official 'Harry Potter' events and not endorsed, sanctioned or in any other way supported, directly or indirectly by Warner Bros Entertainment Inc, the Harry Potter book publishers or J.K.Rowling and her representatives. All rights to the series of Harry Potter books are the property of J.K. Rowling and her publishers including Scholastic Press, et al. Film rights and image trademarks are the property of Warner Bros Entertainment Inc.
Tour Info
Times: Daily @ 9:00am Running Time: 10 hours
Clients are required to call the tour operator 48 hours prior to tour departure to confirm pick-up time and location. Clients must be at the pick-up point at least 10-15 mins prior to the tour start time. Please note hotel pickup is only available in Central London. Clients are asked to make their own way to Henry's Bar & Cafe, 80 Piccadilly, W1J 8HX should they NOT be able to call to reconfirm pick up details.
The Beatles' arguably remain the most iconic pop band in popular history, and The Beatles' London is a ticket to ride round the sights and landmarks made famous by the fab four.
This is the best Beatles tour in London, a 3 hour chauffeur driven tour which visits the recording studios, film locations, homes and hangouts, past and present, graced by John, Paul, Ringo, and George.
Chauffeur driven tour
Celebrity Planet's chauffeur driven tours are a luxurious but affordable solution to sightseeing in style. We take you away from the crowded streets and buses on an intimate tour guided by your professional chauffeur, who gives you personal attention and courtesy throughout the experience, including hotel pick up/drop off and numerous photo opportunities. Make no mistake, it's just you and the chauffeur, there is no better way to see London!
Itinerary
Here are just some of the sights and experiences on the tour:
- The location of the historic Beatles 'rooftop session'
- Paul McCartney's offices and London home.
- The 'birthplace' of Beatlemania.
- The location of John's infamous 'bigger than Jesus' interview.
- The apartment where John Lennon & Yoko Ono, Ringo, and even Jimi Hendrix, all lived at different times.
- Abbey Road Studios.
- Have your photo taken on the Abbey Road crossing.
Clients are required to call the tour operator 48 hours prior to tour departure to confirm pick-up time and location. Clients must be at the pick-up point at least 10-15 mins prior to the tour start time. Please note hotel pickup is only available in Central London. Clients are asked to make their own way to Henry's Bar & Cafe, 80 Piccadilly, W1J 8HX should they NOT be able to call to reconfirm pick up details.
This tour is a must-do for fans of the Sherlock Holmes books and movies, old and new.
The chauffeur driven tour begins at the Sherlock Holmes pub which contains a replica of Holmes and Watsons study, and various other diverse artifacts such as Dr Watsons old service revolver, original cartoons and the stuffed and mounted head of none other than the Hound of the Baskervilles. Originally known as the Northumberland Hotel, it was here that Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote many of the famous Sherlock Holmes novels. Moreover, in 'The Hound of the Baskervilles' Henry Baskerville actually meets Sherlock Holmes in this pub!
Chauffeur Driven Tour
Chauffeur driven tours are a luxurious but affordable solution to sightseeing in style. We take you away from the crowded streets and buses on an intimate tour in a private vehicle, guided by your professional chauffeur, who gives you personal attention and courtesy throughout the experience, including hotel pick up/drop off and numerous photo opportunities, and of course a chance to savour each location at a more leisurely and intimate pace. Make no mistake, there is no better way to see London!
Itinerary
- The hotel in which Sir Henry Baskerville finds that one of his boots is mysteriously missing, in the book The Hound of The Baskervilles.
- The house where Moriarty made an attempt on Sherlock Holmes's life.
- The street which lent its name to the famous magazine which published Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's stories.
- Sherlock Holmes favourite Restaurant.
- Film locations from Guy Ritchies new film starring Robert Downey Jr and Jude Law.
- Doctor John H. Watson's home.
- The former residence and medical practice of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
- The site of the first headquarters of the Metropolitan Police.
- The Sherlock Holmes Hotel, statue and even chemist!
- The worlds most famous address, 221b Baker Street the official home of Sherlock Holmes
Clients are required to call the tour operator 48 hours prior to tour departure to confirm pick-up time and location. Clients must be at the pick-up point at least 10-15 mins prior to the tour start time. Please note hotel pickup is only available in Central London. Clients are asked to make their own way to Henry's Bar & Cafe, 80 Piccadilly, W1J 8HX should they NOT be able to call to reconfirm pick up details.
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