GR8-X. The Great Expectations Travel and Tour Company (formely Astral Travels Tours Ltd) specialising in luxury small group guided sightseeing tours of London and Britain, formely Astral Travels U.K Tours London, England

Luxury mini coach sightseeing guided tours of London and Britain. London is one of the world’s most exciting destinations, but everyone needs an occasional break from the city. The surrounding countryside is brimming with beautiful towns, ancient cathedrals and amazing museums. Explore the historic charms and wealth of English culture that lies outside the capital.

Mysterious Stonehenge, 5,000 years ago the huge 40 tonne stones were dragged from over 280 miles away in Wales. Who built it and why remains a mystery today. Some say that it was built as a religious temple, or an astronomical clock. Stonehenge continues to enthrall the imagination and captivate the heart of every visitor. eXpect the best from gr8 Xpectations travel company - Londons only mini coach operator. Thoe Original and still the best! Our specially designed Renaults and Mercedes Sprinters can travel anywhere a car can, reaching places the larger coach finds impossible. Luggage is generally stored under-floor and you sit high above the cars and hedgerows enjoying good all round views. Our specially designed Renaults and Mercedes Sprinters can travel anywhere a car can, reaching places the larger coach finds impossible. Luggage is generally stored under-floor and you sit high above the cars and hedgerows enjoying good all round views. Days of variety with something for all. Seeing both famous sights (when the crowds have left) and the not so familiar. Entrance fees (when with your guide) are included in the tour price. Please note that the detailed itineraries printed in these web pages should be read as guidelines, sites listed should be regarded as those possible, not that all will be seen. You will be part of determining which are seen on a daily basis as we mould the tour to suit participants Small groups mean we can change our daily schedule, take advantage of weather conditions, enjoy local events and your particular interest. Each evening the group discusses the following day's alternatives and there is scope for choice

 

 

 

» Christmas Sightseeing Tours of London

Celebrate Christmas with our preferred travel partners. They offer a selection of tours on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. The Christmas Day Tours all include a traditional Christmas Lunch with all the trimmings. Click on the banner below to view available tours:


Christmas Eve Tours - 24th December

Majestic London :: A full day tour of London - see Westminster Abbey and the Changing of the Guard, take a River Cruise and visit St Paul's Cathedral. Lunch included, Fish & Chips at a traditional London Pub.

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath :: A fascinating day out to three of our national treasures. Visit Windsor Castle, see the ancient monoliths at Stonehenge and the Georgian City of Bath, where we visit the world-famous Roman Baths.


Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral & Dover :: A full day discovering the treasures of Kent. Visit fairy-tale Leeds Castle, see Canterbury Cathedral, Greenwich and the White Cliffs of Dover. Includes a Fish & Chips lunch in Canterbury.

Warwick Castle, Stratford upon Avon & Oxford :: A full day tour through the enchanting Cotswolds - visit medieval Warwick Castle, see Stratford upon Avon and a walk through the cobbled streets of Oxford. Traditional English lunch in Stratford.

Christmas in London with Santa :: Let Santa Claus be your guide on an Evening Panoramic Tour of London. See the famous Oxford & Regent Street lights and enjoy Mulled Wine at a Traditional London Pub.

Christmas Day Tours - 25th December

Royal London and Windsor with traditional Lunch :: See Windsor Castle, where the Queen and Royal family spend Christmas. Enjoy a traditional Christmas Lunch near Hampton Court before returning to London for a panoramic tour of the City.

Windsor, Stonehenge & Bath :: An enjoyable day away from London - see Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Georgian Bath, with walking tours in Windsor and Bath and a traditional Christmas Lunch.

Oxford, Stratford & the Cotswolds :: We drive to Oxford for a walking tour of the City, followed by a festive drive through the Cotswolds before visiting Stratford upon Avon, where a traditional Christmas Lunch will be served.

London & Lunch on Thames :: See London with no traffic! We will see the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, St. Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and more, before our river cruise with a traditional Christmas Lunch.

Boxing Day Tours - 26th December


Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral & Dover :: A full day discovering the treasures of Kent. Visit fairy-tale Leeds Castle, see Canterbury Cathedral, Greenwich and the White Cliffs of Dover. Includes a Fish & Chips lunch in Canterbury.

Warwick Castle, Stratford upon Avon & Oxford :: A full day tour through the enchanting Cotswolds - visit medieval Warwick Castle, see Stratford upon Avon and a walk through the cobbled streets of Oxford. Traditional English lunch in Stratford.

Windsor, Stonehenge & Bath :: A fascinating day out to three of out national treasures. See Windsor Castle, the ancient monuments of Stonehenge and the beautiful city of Bath, with lunch in the village of Amesbury.