Southern English Coast – 2 Match Tour
Note: These example itineraries are fully customizable and based on previously facilitated EPL tours. For your unique vacation, we can include any location, excursion, activity or match. Let our sports-travel experts help craft your ideal EPL vacation and contact us today!
- Discover London, Brighton and the stunning Cotswolds
- Enjoy two prime EPL soccer matches
- Visit Canterbury, the White Cliffs of Dover, Durdle Door, Corfe Castle, the New Forest, Bath, Stonehenge and Windsor Castle
- Private transfers, accommodation, guided tours and personal travel services included
- A dedicated travel representative available for you to contact anytime while on your vacation
Activities
London, Three Nights – One EPL Soccer Match
London private guided tour
London, the capital of the United Kingdom, is steeped in great history and royal tradition and captures the imagination of visitors from all over the world. Whether you are visiting for the first time and would like a classic sightseeing tour or are returning to see certain places of interest at your own pace, this private driving tour is fully customizable and has something for everyone. Admire the glory of Buckingham Palace, the home of the Royal Family, and see the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony (subject, of course, to the army schedule). View the ever-impressive Crown Jewels and discover the secrets of the Tower of London.
Learn about the famous individuals who were detained there, including Anne Boleyn, Thomas Cromwell, Princess Elizabeth and Guy Fawkes. Plus, take in the glory of Westminster Abbey, famous for its coronations and royal weddings, as well as its impressive architecture. This tour doesn’t stop there as other classic attractions await you, such as Tower Bridge, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Harrods, Shakespeare’s Globe and Kensington Palace. Our expert driver-guide will be delighted to explain the history of each landmark and share interesting stories, giving you a rare and personal insight into one of the greatest cities in the world.
EPL soccer match
Today, you can experience a prime English Premier League soccer match of your choice with our hospitality match ticket experience. As a part of our sports-travel service, we will provide you with a selection of matches to choose from and we’ll then handle all the details so you have a fantastic experience in London.
Dinner at a central city restaurant
You can take your time to explore London today at your own pace with a leisure day. Ina the evening, we will make a reservation for you at a central city restaurant so that you can enjoy a decadent meal.
Brighton, Four Nights – One EPL Soccer Match
EPL soccer match
Today is your chance to experience a second prime English Premier League soccer match of your choice with our hospitality match ticket experience. As a part of our sports-travel service, we will provide you with a selection of matches to choose from and we’ll then handle all the details so you have a fantastic experience.
Trip to Canterbury & the White Cliffs of Dover
Canterbury is steeped in Medieval history and is dominated by its breath-taking cathedral, which is the oldest in England and considered to be the center of English Christianity. With your expert guide, you’ll visit the towering structure and learn about Archbishop Thomas Becket’s murder there in 1170. The cathedral has many visual treasures for you to enjoy, from colorful stained-glass windows to the creepy crypt, and it is also home to 21 bells in total – the oldest being Bell Harry. From here you’ll travel to see one of the UK’s most iconic geographical wonders: the White Cliffs of Dover. This magnificent coastal site overlooks the English Channel, and the Cliffs have stood loyally throughout invasions and two World Wars. You can see reminders of this at the newly opened Fan Bay Deep Shelter, which is a complex of Second World War tunnels hidden within the chalk. Perched on the cliffs is the historic Dover Castle, one of the largest castles in England, displaying traces from the Saxon and Norman times to the Napoleonic era and the 20th century World Wars.
Durdle Door, Corfe Castle & the New Forest
Durdle Door is a world-famous geological wonder, with its massive rock arch, set right on the Jurassic Coast between Swanage and Weymouth. Our guide will take you on an exhilarating walk at your own pace along the cliff top path to Lulworth Cove and back. The path is very safe and not difficult to overcome, in fact, only the views will take your breath away! Next, it’s on to Corfe Castle, which is an historic gem belonging to the National Trust. It was built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, standing proudly above the local village. Having been partially demolished during the English Civil War, the ancient remains are steeped in history and will not disappoint. Our tour guides are members of the National Trust and can escort you on your tour whilst you explore the fallen walls and secret places. But remember, no trip to Corfe Castle would be complete without a visit to the incredible Swanage Railway, which is an award-winning, fully working preserved steam railway so do make sure you take in this delight before you move on to the finale of your day trip: the sublime New Forest. This treasure of the English countryside is a popular National Park rich in heathland, forest trails and even native ponies. If you think you’ve seen woodland before, then think again! The New Forest offers visitors some of the most beautiful forestry and woodland scenery in the UK. It is the perfect complement to this day tour and will allow you to relax and unwind in peace and tranquility, exactly as nature intended. Be sure to bring your camera as our guide will take you on your very own custom journey to see the natural sights and smell the fresh forestry air.
Cotswolds, Two Nights
Classic guided tour of the Cotswolds & Oxfordshire
Enjoy views of breath-taking countryside, sleepy villages constructed from honey-colored limestone, and bustling market towns as you visit the charming scenery of one of England’s most beautiful regions. Our driver-guide will take you on a waalk in each village explaining the history so you can enjoy the Cotswolds at your own pace. As a part of your day, you will get to visit Blenheim Palace, which was home to the 11th Duke of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Here,
you will have a fantastic opportunity to experience the exquisite Baroque architecture and world-famous landscaped grounds with a private guide by your side. Inside the palace, you can admire the intricate detail of the wood carvings, the hand-painted ceilings and the amazing porcelain collections, as well as the cultural tapestries and paintings that are displayed in each room. After immersing yourself in English aristocracy, you will be treated to a visit to Oxford, which is the world-famous home of the oldest university in England, established in the 12th century. In addition to the university, the city boasts 1,500 listed buildings from every major period of British architectural history, meaning your visit will be truly inspirational. As you take in the captivating college courtyards and cobbled city lanes, around the city you can walk in the footsteps of famous university students from C.S. Lewis to Bill Clinton, making this day-trip finale truly unique.
VIP tour of Bath, Stonehenge & Windsor Castle
Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. It is the Queen’s favorite residency, making it a real must-see for royal enthusiasts. Originally built by William the Conqueror, the monarchy have added additional buildings to the castle over the last 900 years. Here, you can enjoy a grand tour of the State Apartments and see the magical Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House. After immersing yourself in royal grandeur, you can add mystery to your day with a special trip to Stonehenge, which is a prehistoric world wonder and sacred site. It is considered an ancient temple and was built around 5,000 years ago, making it older than the pyramids of Egypt. It is classed as a World Heritage Site and thought to be a place of healing, as well as an astronomical clock and a religious site. After enjoying the ancient wonder of Stonehenge, your private day tour completes with an encapsulating tour of the city of Bath, which boasts spectacular Georgian architecture and more listed buildings than London! Here, you can visit the ancient Roman Baths, built over 2,000 years ago, and discover how the Romans harnessed the hot local springs and engineered a magnificent complex of plunge pools, steam rooms and saunas. You will also see glorious local attractions, such as the Norman Abbey and the 18th-century Royal Crescent, before relaxing on a private car journey back to London.
Goodbye, England
Brighton sits on the south English coast in the West Sussex county and is well regarded for its fine sea views and pebble beach, as well as its entertainment, making it a wonderful choice for families.
The city of Canterbury is a joy to discover for those with an interest in discovering the roots of Christianity in England thanks to its renowned 12th century cathedral and St Augustine’s Abbey. Meanwhile, Dover offers stunning landscapes featuring the iconic White Cliffs and views of France.
The Cotswolds is a sublime area of the UK comprised of charming villages and countryside that are known for their characteristic green rolling hills and small golden-yellow stone houses. Sitting west of London, it is an ideal choice if you want to mix the vibrancy of London and the EPL with a relaxed country escape.
London sits upon the River Thames and has a cosmopolitan atmosphere and many iconic sights, including Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. The city also has a strong soccer culture, with many teams sharing the great city, including Arsenal, Chelsea and Crystal Palace.
Hampshire sits towards the southern coast of England and is home to Southampton FC, as well as a wealth of National Parks and beautiful natural scenery, making it the ideal choice if you want to combine your EPL soccer tour with a relaxing break in nature.
Oxford is a well-known city in the west of England and is home to the oldest university in the world, the University of Oxford. The city boasts a delightful array of intriguing buildings, including the university churches and laboratories. We highly recommend including a day tour of Oxford in your EPL soccer tour itinerary!
Southern English Coast – 2 Match Tour
Tour London’s classic attractions and enjoy the sublime southern coast with its hidden gems. Don’t miss anything out on this complete exploration of the southern English coast.
