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.

We specialise in customised day tours and extended tours for individuals, families and groups of any size. Whether you want a 3 hour tour of London between flights, a longer tour tracing your families roots, or just a day out in the countyside, we can help .All tours are carefully designed to give you the best possible experience of England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland and our knowledgeable, friendly qualified guides and driver guides will ensure that your visit is truly memorable. PERSONALISED STONES AND BONES TOURS; In addition to our daily tours we offer private sightseeing tours in luxury vehicles (1 - 16 persons) with your very own driver guide for the ultimate freedom and flexibility. Ideal for families and groups. Our door to door service will take you on the above itinerary or anywhere you want to go Go further afield and discover the delights of Shakespeare’s birthplace, Stratford Upon Avon, set back upon the banks of the weeping River Avon. Head from there to Warwick and see the countryside unfold before you like a fairytale kingdom from the towers of England’s finest medieval fortress. Soothe your aches and pains with a trip to the beautiful spa town of Bath or discover the remarkable monuments of Salisbury and mystical monoliths of Stonehenge. Let Best Value Tours U.K be your guide to the treasures of the English countryside. Escape the city in style with our coach or mini-coach guided tours. Follow the River Thames as it winds it's way through Royal Windsor and Britain’s oldest university town, Oxford. These famous destinations are suitably close to London and ideal for day trips. Full Day Mini Coach Coach Tours, A fun way to immerse yourself in Londons history, culture and sights or see other great parts of the UK.

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

Hello,
Just a quick note to let you know that we really enjoyed the Stones & Bones tour, which we took on Sep.4. The guide (Nick, I think was his name), was very entertaining & informative. The pub lunch was also a tasty addition to the tour. Thanks for a great time! The service was great, from the call to your reservations office to the actual tour.
Jonelle & Dave, Toronto Canada
September 2008

 

» The Stonehenge Inner Circle Tour - 2010

Highlights:

  • Private viewing of Stonehenge at sunset or sunrise
  • Enter the inner stone circle
  • Visit Lacock, a delightful Saxon village
  • See where Harry Potter and Pride and Prejudice were filmed
  • Meal stop in a 13th century inn (food/drinks not included)
  • Visit Bath - free time to shop and explore
  • Entrance to the Roman Baths and Pump Room

A wonderful journey through the mists of time, exploring the mysteries and rich heritage of ancient Britain'
The Tour:
After collection in the morning we drive to Bath to visit the Roman Baths and Pump Room. In the late afternoon we visit Lacock for an early evening supper in a 13th century inn, before driving to Stonehenge. As the sun begins to set, we enter the stone circle (which is normally roped off to the public) for a unique private viewing. The most dramatic and atmospheric way of visiting Stonehenge.

On selected days the tour operates in reverse, beginning with a private viewing of Stonehenge before it opens to the public in the morning, so we see the stones in the eerie morning light. This is followed by our visits to Lacock and Bath.

STONEHENGE - PRIVATE VIEWING AT SUNSET OR SUNRISE

Built nearly 5,000 years ago, Stonehenge is the most popular prehistoric monument in the world. Most visitors to the site are not allowed direct access to the stones. With Premium Tours you get that access, with a private viewing of the mysterious monoliths. We will enter the stone circle itself and stand beside the mighty Sarsen rocks towering above us. Our guide will explain the history of this ancient site, pointing out the altar, slaughter and heel stones, above which the sun rises dramatically on the summer solstice. There will be time to enjoy the peace, away from the crowds, as we experience Stonehenge at its most mystical and atmospheric best. Not to be missed!

LACOCK

Lacock is a little known, picturesque village dating back to the Saxon era. Many of the beautiful buildings originally formed part of an extensive monastic complex and are now owned by The National Trust. So pretty is the village that it has provided the setting for many movies and television dramas including Jane Austens Pride and Prejudice and more recently Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone. We will take a delightful walk before we enjoy an early evening supper* (or breakfast for morning tours*) in The George, a vintage English pub built in 1361.
*food/drink not included
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.
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BATH

Bath, a world heritage site, is a beautiful Georgian city with delightful crescents, terraces and architecture. There will be plenty of time to visit Bath Abbey, or to shop and explore. Your guide will also conduct an optional walking tour to show you where Charles Dickens lived and worked as a young man, and a give you a chance to sample some delicious cheeses fresh from the local dairy farms. Then we will enter the magnificent Roman Baths, where over one million litres of boiling water still burst free from the hot springs everyday.

OPERATING DATES
Month Date
January 2010 2nd, 15th, 25th
February 2010 1st, 5th, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 26th
March 2010 1st 4th, 8th, 11th, 15th, 26th
April 2010 1st, 4th,7th, 8th, 11th, 12th, 15th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 25th, 26th, 29th
May 2010 5th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th, 16th, 19th, 23rd, 24th, 27th, 30th
June 2010 3rd, 6th, 7th, 10th, 13th, 16th
July 2010 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, 11th, 12th, 15th, 18th, 22nd, 25th, 26th, 29th
August 2010 5th, 9th, 12th, 15th, 18th, 19th, 23rd, 26th, 29th
September 2010 2nd, 5th, 6th, 9th, 12th, 16th, 19th, 30th
Please note: dates in red are 'Sunrise' morning departures
If there is not a suitable date we can often arrange a private tour for a specific date - click here

 

Getting There:

Hotel Evening tour Morning Tour
Thistle Euston - 5.30am
Russell Square - 5.35am
Cumberland 10.45am 5.45am
Thistle Victoria 11am 5.50am
Millenium Gloucester 11.10am 6.00am


Adult Price: £85
Child Price: £78 (3 - 16 yrs)
(Please note this tour is operated in a lager coach)

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