THE RIVER GRILLE, Bristol - Old City
Why the name ‘Wake The Tiger’?
The name was inspired by the book ‘Waking The Tiger’ by Peter Levine, which explores themes of trauma and transformation. It is about awakening that fierce, powerful part within ourselves to drive change. The vision behind it is beautifully symbolic; on one side, a strong and fierce animal, and on the other, a playful, cuddly cub. Wake The Tiger represents the balance between these two – fierce yet playful, powerful yet approachable.
On Scartour England Holiday's trips, tours, and vacations in Great Britain, you'll be amazed by the bucolic landscapes of Wales, the wilds of Scotland, the picturesque villages, and the architectural wonders hidden in the heart of England. Traveling to Great Britain will introduce you to a land with a rich culture, influenced by ancient myths and legends. It's also wonderful to get to know the British people, a wonderful people you'll discover over a beer in one of the many pubs in the country's major cities, especially London.
9 days to discover the beauty of Southern England Wales, visiting unmissable places such as London, Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Stonehenge and Castle Combe.
Uncover the incredible story of one of the world’s most famous places. This must-see monument is a powerful testament to human ingenuity, imagination and creativity, and a visit today offers something for everyone to enjoy. Experience the unforgettable atmosphere of the Stone Circle and follow in the footsteps of the prehistoric people who lived here 4,000 years ago as you walk among the Neolithic houses. Dig deeper in the world-class exhibition, and take time to explore the monuments and mysteries of the wider Stonehenge landscape. With plenty for the whole family to discover, book your ticket now and get ready for an unmissable day out at this iconic site.
When planning a trip to England, it's almost impossible to ignore London, its capital. With its museums, art galleries, shops, and trendy restaurants, London is ready to welcome us. Furthermore, just a few hours' drive away, we'll discover a part of Great Britain offering a rich historical and cultural heritage. Wales is home to charming towns and a stunning, diverse landscape, renowned for its landscapes, with tranquil countryside, endless valleys, rolling hills, and majestic mountains, dominated by its castles.
We'll reach a truly unmissable stop: the Paleolithic complex of Stonehenge, one of England's symbols. This stone circle with its indecipherable architecture has fascinated entire generations of travelers and represents a mystery yet to be solved. All that remains is to prepare to experience England's many facets, each naturally extraordinary.
There’s so much more to a day out at Stonehenge than the awe-inspiring Stone Circle. Discover how the Stonehenge builders lived and worked in our fascinating exhibition, ask our knowledgeable staff and volunteers your burning questions about the stones, then grab a snack from the café to enjoy with the best view in the world!
Cornwall is no exception, boasting a landscape of extraordinary beauty that gently slopes towards the sea through gardens and forests, interrupted by the high cliffs on the coast that have made this area famous. Here, we'll discover iconic sites, such as the islet of St. Michael's Mount, which is connected to the mainland at low tide, or the mysterious ruins of Tintagel Castle, linked to the legend of King Arthur.
In London, you can take an optional boat trip along the Thames, including dinner.
At the start of the trip, our tour leader will collect the mandatory fee of approximately 260£ pounds per person. This fee includes entrance fees to museums and monuments, and any local taxes. Please note that tips for the driver and tour leader are not included; while not mandatory, in Anglo-Saxon countries, tipping is an integral part of local customs and is considered obligatory.
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Our journey to the British capital begins. We land in London, and from the airport we're taken to our hotel by private transfer. We then have some time for an initial independent tour of the city before meeting our tour leader and the rest of the group. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight.
We begin our tour of the British capital in the West End, home to Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square. Lunch is planned among the restaurants of Covent Garden, once a market, now a trendy neighborhood. In the afternoon, we explore the City, a financial hub with futuristic buildings and a few relics of the past, such as the Tower of London. After dinner, we have the opportunity to purchase a ticket to one of the many musicals scheduled in the city.
With today's guided tours, we immerse ourselves in the London of the Royal Crown. We travel with our guide outside London to discover the majestic Hampton Court Palace, home of Henry VIII and his second wife, Anne Boleyn, followed by four more wives. We return to London for the lunch at the restaurant. Tour of Westminster Abbey, the site of solemn monarchy ceremonies, before reaching Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament for an obligatory photo opportunity. After dinner, those interested can take an optional boat trip on the Thames in the evening.
In the morning, we set off on foot from the hotel for the British Museum, a vast collection of historical and archaeological artifacts from around the world, housing over six million pieces, including friezes from the Parthenon and the Rosetta Stone. After the visit, we have lunch in a restaurant and the afternoon at leisure. We dine at the hotel.
In the morning, we reach the UNESCO World Heritage site of Stonehenge and visit this prehistoric megalithic complex, one of Europe's most famous, dating back to the early Iron Age and dedicated to solar worship. After lunch, we travel along the Avon River valley to Bath, where we stop to visit the spa and the historic center, before continuing on to Bristol for dinner.
In the morning, we reach the site of Castle Combe. Combe, in Old English, refers to a valley on the side of a hill. Above the village stands the castle, which originally housed an ancient hill fort and was later occupied by the Romans. The road between Bath and Lincoln, the Fosse Way, passed a short distance from this route. The castle, of which only a few ruins have been discovered, was built by the Normans. The village enjoyed a period of great splendor in the Middle Ages, as an important industrial center for the production and distribution of wool. Among the buildings of interest are the Church of St. Andrew, dating back to the 13th-14th centuries and containing one of the oldest still-functioning astronomical clocks in the United Kingdom (dating before 1500), and the medieval castle (located north of the village). Near the town, there is also a racing circuit, inaugurated in 1950. After lunch, we return to Bristol in the late afternoon for dinner.
In the morning, we reach Cardiff, the capital of Wales, just an hour from Bristol. Cardiff is the country's eleventh-largest city by population and is located on Bristol Bay at the mouth of the River Taff, in southeast Wales and near the border with England. As Wales's main commercial center, Cardiff is the base for most of its cultural institutions and is the seat of the Welsh Parliament. It is part of the Eurocities network of major European cities. Cardiff is the city of the historic county of Glamorgan and, since 1974, of South Glamorgan. A small city until the early 19th century, Cardiff owes its importance to the region's industrialization, which helped it become a major port for coal transportation. Cardiff became a city in 1905 and was proclaimed the capital of Wales in 1955. In the 2011 census, the population was 346,090. The Cardiff urban area covers a slightly larger area than the county, also including the towns of Dinas Powys and Penarth, and has seen significant development since the 1980s. A new area on the Cardiff Bay waterfront is home to the Senedd building, home to the Welsh Parliament, and the Wales Millennium Centre arts complex. In the late afternoon, return to Bristol for dinner. Overnight.
Departure for the Full Tour to Bristol: the perfect itinerary to discover the great charm of Bristol in its entirety. We visit Clifton Suspension Bridge and Observatory This is possibly one of the most famous sights in the city. It spans the picturesque Avon Gorge and connects Bristol to Leigh Woods in North Somerset. The bridge was created by Isambard Kingdom Brunel (whom you’ll hear quite a lot of in this Bristol itinerary) in 1864. With two large Gothic towers and dramatic iron chains, it’s a pretty impressive sight. The best way to view the bridge is from the Clifton Observatory which is conveniently positioned on the hill above the bridge on the Bristol side. Climb into Giant’s Cave. Also located at the Clifton Observatory site is Giant’s Cave. This tunnelling cavern dates back to 305 AD when it was a very unusual chapel. Since then, it’s opened up to the public and now provides a unique way to experience Avon Gorge. The cave snakes its way into the side of the gorge and you can climb down inside it. It’s pretty steep and can be slippery in places, so I recommend wearing comfortable shoes. It’s a very unique experience. We explore the SS Great Britain After you’ve snapped all the photos of the majestic Clifton Suspension Bridge, we head into the city of Bristol to see another of the most popular attractions. You can’t miss the SS Great Britain the excursion to Bristol. We visit the Cathedral just a short walk downhill from Cabot Tower. This work of art and masterpiece of Gothic architecture dates back over 900 years. Originally created as St. Augustine’s Abbey in the 12th century, this building is incredibly detailed. It’s located in the heart of the city. We also be visit the City Hall with its pretty fountains beside the Cathedral. At the end of the tour we will visit Wake the Tiger. This was easily one of the coolest things we did on in this tour of Bristol and I highly we recommend you Wake the Tiger if you love immersive attractions. The experience takes you through a maze of colours and lights. It tells the story of an alternate world that sprouted out of an abandoned factory. You can walk through rooms of floating dandelions, see cracks in dimensions, see lots of mushrooms, and find doors that don’t look like doors at all! As well as lights, colours, and suspicious doors, there are puzzles that you have to work out and riddles that you solve. There is a VR headset in one section, a fake fire, and two swirly slides that you can go down to reach other levels! A truly breathtaking show. Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight
Our trip to England has come to an end. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some free time for shopping or sightseeing before being taken to the airport for your return flight. Your assistant will be available to arrange your transfer to the airport in time for your departure.
