Visit Hampton Court Palace, Hever Castle, Westminster Abbey, and Eltham Palace on this illuminating trip focusing on England’s Tudor history
Throughout history, London has been at the centre of the romance, decadence and intrigue that defines the story of the royals - a grand soap opera of warring families. From marriages and affairs to betrayals and beheadings, the palaces and castles in and around London have borne witness to events that have shaped the nation.
On this exclusive three-day tour, you'll visit many of these important historic buildings, learning about the lives of those who once called them home.
Making this trip even more special for history-lovers is an evening with award-winning historian, author, and broadcaster, Suzannah Lipscomb. An expert in Tudor England, Professor Lipscomb will join you for a three-course dinner, during which she'll give an illuminating talk and host a Q&A session.
You'll visit Westminster Abbey, the traditional place of coronation and burial site for English monarchs and where King Charles III will be crowned this year, and Eltham Palace, a former Tudor royal residence which has been restored with a fascinating art deco extension.
A highlight of the trip will surely be a visit to Hampton Court Palace in southwest London, the former home of King Henry VIII and perhaps the most famous Tudor palace in the country.
You'll be staying in a welcoming four-star hotel in Ripley throughout your trip. The Talbot is set in a 15th-century coaching inn and retains many original period features, with all the modern comforts you'd expect. You'll have breakfast here each day before your excursions begin, and dinner on two nights in the hotel's restaurant.
Price includes
- Two nights' bed and breakfast at the four-star Talbot Ripley Hotel
- Welcome drink and dinner with wine at the hotel on the first night
- Drink and private dinner with wine at the hotel on the second night
- A talk and Q&A session with Suzannah Lipscomb
- Guided tour of Westminster Abbey and Hampton Court
- Visit Eltham Palace and Hever Castle
- Coach transfers and tour manager throughout
From: Tue, Oct 10, 2023 To: Thu, Oct 12, 2023 Duration: 3 Days Price per person: £875*
* From price is FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY, per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement £90. Deposit £75. Transport to the hotel is not included. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Travel insurance is not included, and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Travel Editions Group Ltd, ABTA V3120 and TS Travel Limited (ATOL bonded). To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer, visit telegraph.co.uk/tt-extra. Calls are made at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified, a company wholly independent of Telegraph Media Group Ltd. Please refer to the Data Protection Notice in today's Personal Column or telegraph.co.uk/privacypolicy.
From: Tue, Oct 10, 2023 To: Thu, Oct 12, 2023 Duration: 3 Days Price per person: £925*
* From price is FOR ALL OTHER TRAVELLERS, per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement £90. Deposit £75. Transport to the hotel is not included. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Travel insurance is not included, and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Travel Editions Group Ltd, ABTA V3120 and TS Travel Limited (ATOL bonded). To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer, visit telegraph.co.uk/tt-extra. Calls are made at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified, a company wholly independent of Telegraph Media Group Ltd. Please refer to the Data Protection Notice in today's Personal Column or telegraph.co.uk/privacypolicy.
Event organiser is Tripsmiths.
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