
Around the British Isles
About the trip
Embark on an intimate journey through the British Isles from the glorious Cotswolds to legendary Scottish seas on this land and ocean voyage. From London, journey to William Shakespeare’s birthplace at Stratford-upon-Avon, then on to Winston Churchill’s home for an exclusive afternoon tea at Blenheim Palace. Spend a full day touring picturesque Cotswolds villages, and then a magical morning exploring Stonehenge. In Southampton, board the Queen Victoria for a 12-night cruise around the British Isles with stops and cruising in Scotland, Isle of Mull, Northern Ireland and Wales. Towering cliffs, emerald-coloured islands, ancient cobblestoned streets and vibrant culture and history beckon you to soak up the beauty of Britain at every turn.
Member-exclusive Benefits
We reward all our CAA Members on our Extraordinary Explorations® tours/cruises.
- $25 CAD Beverage card†
- Cunard bathrobe (per person)‡
- $100 USD Shipboard credit‡
- 50 CAA Dollars®^
- 25% savings on CAA Travel Insurance◊
Extraordinary Experience
CAA has curated an exceptional experience unique to your tour. Details of this Experience are listed below:
Winston Churchill Afternoon Tea at the Blenheim’s
Enjoy limited edition Churchill afternoon teas. Celebrates Blenheim's heritage with a menu inspired by Mrs. Georgina Landemare, Sir Winston's personal cook for many years. Soak up 300 years of history with afternoon tea at the birthplace and home of this Great British leader.
Package Includes:
- Return airfare from Toronto or Winnipeg to London
- Pre-cruise tour:
- 3-night stay in first-class accommodation in Oxford
- Breakfast daily and 1 afternoon tea
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary
- Professional English-speaking tour director throughout
- Hotel porterage of 1 suitcase per person
- 12-night British Isles cruise on-board the Queen Victoria
- Onboard meals and entertainment as per cruise itinerary
- Destination transfers
Around the British Isles: From London to Southampton
Activity Level: Moderate. Explore historic towns, Stonehenge and the Cotswolds, then cruise around the stunning British Isles to take in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
Day 1
Depart on your overnight flight to London.
Day 2
Oxford – Upon arrival in London, meet your guide and drive to Oxford. Check in at the hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.
Day 3
Oxford – Start your day with a trip to Stratford-upon-Avon and visit William Shakespeare’s birthplace. Continue to Blenheim Palace for your Extraordinary Experience: Revel in 300 years of history with afternoon tea at the birthplace and home of Winston Churchill. B/AT
Day 4
Oxford – Depart for a full-day tour of the villages of the Cotswolds. Experience stunning countryside sights that make the Cotswolds the highlight of the British countryside. B
Day 5
Southampton – After breakfast, depart to the Salisbury Plains to see the mysterious Stonehenge. Take time to explore this ancient site. Continue to Southampton and board the Queen Victoria for a 12-night British Isles cruise. B
Day 6
At sea
Day 7
Newhaven (Edinburgh), Scotland
Day 8
Kirkwall, Scotland
Day 9
At sea
Day 10
Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland
Day 11
Isle of Mull – scenic cruising
Day 12
Belfast, North Ireland
Day 13
Liverpool, England
Day 14
At sea
Day 15
Holyhead, Wales
Day 16
At sea
Day 17
Disembark in Southampton and transfer to London Heathrow airport for your return flight to Toronto or Winnipeg.
B - Breakfast | AT - Afternoon Tea

Terms & Conditions
*$6,829 is an interior cabin based on Cat. IE, $8,209 is a balcony cabin based on Cat. BB.
**$6,949 is an interior cabin based on Cat. IE, $8,329 is a balcony cabin based on Cat. BB. Ship’s Registry: Bermuda. All CAA Member prices are per person, based on double occupancy, in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated and are subject to change without prior notice until final payment is paid. All prices are correct at press time and apply to new bookings only, based on availability at time of booking. To receive CAA Member-exclusive benefits, there must be one valid CAA Member travelling per booking. Non-members booking Extraordinary Explorations will not receive Member-exclusive benefits.
†Beverage card is one per person, in Canadian funds and has no cash value.
‡CAA Member-exclusive benefits are per stateroom and are based on double occupancy.
^CAA Dollars awarded per adult Member. To earn and redeem CAA Dollars, you must be a current CAA Member in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). CAA Dollars will be credited at time of departure. For more information on CAA Dollars, please visit www.caasco.com/caadollars.
◊CAA Travel Insurance is underwritten by Orion Travel Insurance Company, a CAA Company. Twenty-five percent (25%) Member savings is made up of a ten percent (10%) Member savings as well as a promotional fifteen percent (15%) savings when you purchase an Extraordinary Explorations tour through CAA Travel, applies to CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba Members in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). This promotional offer is valid until December 31, 2023. Ten percent (10%) Member savings applies to Members in good standing of all other CAA clubs. Savings apply to the total premium excluding applicable taxes. Minimum premium applies. Visitors to Canada Insurance is limited to the promotional savings. Certain exclusions, limitations and restrictions apply. Subject to change without notice. A Medical Questionnaire may be required to purchase travel insurance. Extraordinary Explorations vacations are organized and booked by CAA Travel (South Central Ontario) Inc. and CAA Manitoba (“CAA Travel”) on behalf of CAA Club Group (o/a CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba). In the event of an increase in any of the cost factors, CAA Travel reserves the right to increase the price whereby the provisions of the Travel Industry Act shall prevail. CAA Extraordinary Explorations packages are 100% non-refundable at final payment. CAA Travel service fee for cancellation prior to final payment varies by program. For full payment terms and conditions, please ask your CAA Travel Consultant. CAA Travel reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (minimum number of participants) or circumstances beyond its control. Additional fees for checked luggage or other incidentals may be incurred and vary according to itinerary and airline. Air schedules with some tours are not available at press time and may include several connections or forced overnight at passenger’s expense. CAA Travel strongly recommends the purchase of trip cancellation and emergency travel and emergency medical insurance at the time of booking. Please note: Participants must be able to embark and disembark cruise ships and coaches without assistance as well as have a good level of mobility for walking tours in destinations where stairs and traditional cobblestone streets can be challenging. International transportation vehicles and facilities may not meet accessibility standards.
Flight
IncludedTour Itinerary
Day 1
Toronto or Winnipeg to London
Depart on your overnight flight to London
Day 2
Oxford
Upon arrival transfer to your hotel in Oxford for 3-night stay.
Balance of your day at leisure.
Day 3
Oxford
This morning travel to Stratford upon Avon where you will visit the birthplace of the bard, William Shakespeare. Take a short walk around the town and see the house of his daughter, the grave of Shakespeare and where he went to school.
Later in the afternoon, visit the grand Blenheim palace, home to the Dukes of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Winston Churchill afternoon tea will be served after the tour. Enjoy this limited-edition Churchill afternoon tea.
Celebrate Blenheim's heritage with a menu inspired by Mrs. Georgina Landemare, Sir Winston's personal cook for many years. Soak up 300 years of history with afternoon tea at the birthplace and home of this Great British leader. (B/AT)
Day 4
Oxford
Depart for a full day tour of the Cotswolds. Experience stunning countryside sights just perfect at any time of year. Miles of rolling hills, pretty villages with traditional stone architecture and gentle rivers are a winning combination which blend together to make the Cotswolds the highlight of the British countryside. (B)
Day 5
Oxford-Southampton Cruise Terminal
After breakfast, depart to the mysterious site on the Salisbury Plains known as Stonehenge. As you approach the breathtaking formation of towering stones, the knowledge that they have stood for around 5,000 years fills you with reverence and wonder. Take your time exploring, taking pictures and listening to the theories and discoveries featured on the audio guide. (B)
Continue to Southampton and board Queen Victoria® for a 12-night British Isles cruise.
Day 6
At sea
Day 7
Newhaven (Edinburgh), Scotland
Tender Required
Day 8
Kirkwall, Scotland
Day 9
At sea
Day 10
Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland
Day 11
Isle of Mull Scenic Cursing
Day 12
Belfast, North Ireland
Day 13
Liverpool, England
Day 14
At sea
Day 15
Holyhead, Wales
Tender required
Day 16
At sea
Day 17
Southampton
Disembark and transfer to airport for your return flight to Toronto or Winnipeg.
B - Breakfast | AT - Afternoon Tea