DAY 9 • Explore York & York Minster Today , you ’ ll explore York , a city that has played a central role in British history — under the Romans , Saxons , and Vikings — for nearly 2,000 years . On an included walking tour , admire York Minster Cathedral , site of the world ’ s largest expanse of medieval stained glass , and the city ’ s historic walls . This afternoon , you ’ re free to seek out your own discoveries in York at leisure . Meals : B , D | Park Inn York Hotel or similar
DAY 10 • York • Optional Whitby & Castle Howard tour
Discover the wonders of York on your own today . Or , join us on a full-day optional tour to the charming coastal town and former whaling port of Whitby . You ’ ll visit Whitby Abbey , which offers spectacular views of the town and the North Sea , before enjoying a traditional lunch of fish and chips . Continue on to Castle Howard , one of England ’ s finest stately homes . Meals : B | Park Inn York Hotel or similar
DAY 11 • York • Lake District National Park Depart for the Lake District , home to 16 major lakes set amidst the most mountainous region of England . Enjoy free time and lunch on your own here , before arriving at your hotel in the late afternoon . Enjoy an included dinner here with your fellow travelers later this evening . Meals : B , L , D | Hydro Hotel or similar
DAY 12 • Lake District • Sheepdog demonstration
Spend the morning at Lakeland Farm , where you ’ ll learn how they train sheepdogs and see a live demonstration . After admiring views of the wooded shores , island coves , and splendid estates , you ’ ll return to Bowness for some time at leisure . Dinner is included at a restaurant featuring scenic views of the countryside . Meals : B , D | Hydro Hotel or similar
DAY 13 • Lake District • Edinburgh , Scotland
Depart for Edinburgh , enjoying an included lunch along the way , and passing through Gretna Green , a small border village famous as a site for eloping couples . You will arrive in Edinburgh by late afternoon and check into your hotel . Meals : B , L | Apex Grassmarket Hotel or similar
DAY 14 • Explore Edinburgh Discover Edinburgh on a panoramic tour featuring the Royal Mile , as well as an included visit to Edinburgh Castle . Explore Edinburgh at your own pace this afternoon . Meals : B , L | Apex Grassmarket Hotel or similar
DAY 15 • Edinburgh • Optional Royal Scotland tour
Continue your Edinburgh discoveries independently this morning . Or , join our optional tour to the Royal Yacht Britannia . This evening , join your Program Director and fellow travelers at a Farewell Dinner . Meals : B , D | Apex Grassmarket Hotel or similar
DAY 16 • Return to U . S . After breakfast , transfer to the airport for your flight home . Or extend your stay with our optional extension in the Scottish Highlands .
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