SHADES OF THE ENGLISH COUNTRY SIDE

From vibrant London to dramatic landscapes and the quintessentially English villages of the Cotswolds, experience the best of the countryside of England. Take in the famous sights of London, and explore the rugged coastline that’s inspired poets, writers, and filmmakers in Cornwall. Explore the stark landscape of Dartmoor, spending two nights in a neo-Elizabethan manor house, and soak in the idyllic scenery of the Cotswolds. Encounter history, eat like the locals, and discover what English life is like on a journey from the capital to the southwestern coast of England and the Cotswolds.

DAY 1: October 19, 2027

Overnight Flight

Meet your group and BST escort at Pearson airport to begin your journey. England and its charming countryside await you. Discover the genteel nature and wild landscapes of southern English towns and the vibrant energy of the capital city, London.

DAY 2 – October 20, 2027

London

Your tour begins in London, England’s dynamic capital, where the medieval intertwines with the modern. Continue through this city steeped in history as you take in the sights and everyday facets of London life. Enjoy time to get to know the place where your journey begins.

• Accommodation: Park Plaza Victoria, London

DAY 3 – October 21, 2027

London

With no scheduled activities today, take your time to immerse yourself in the London atmosphere and perhaps visit one of the many free museums and art galleries. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast and dinner included).

• Accommodation: Park Plaza Victoria, London

DAY 4 – October 22, 2027

Set out on a three-hour walking tour to admire the exteriors of London’s iconic landmarks, including Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, and the royal residence of Buckingham Palace. History is all around as you walk along cobblestone streets and discover both old and new London with your local guide. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy free time and explore the city independently. (Breakfast included).

• Accommodation: Park Plaza Victoria, London

DAY 5 – October 23, 2027

London - Stonehedge - Cornwall

Say goodbye to London and travel to the iconic site of Stonehenge. On this self-guided visit, follow in the footsteps of the prehistoric natives who lived here over 4,000 years ago. Continue your journey into the countryside with a stop at a family-owned farm shop on a working organic farm in the heart of a small community. Later, arrive in Cornwall on England’s remote southern peninsula. Settle in for your stay at a luxury resort on the Cornish coast and join your fellow travellers for dinner tonight. (Breakfast and dinner included).

• Accommodation: Carlyon Bay Hotel, Cornwall

DAY 6 – October 24, 2027

Cornwall

Joined by a local guide, discover the rugged beauty of Cornwall, the breathtaking backdrop that steals the spotlight in the BBC’s Poldark. Uncover why so many poets, writers, and artists have found inspiration in this setting, with its miles of sandy beaches and outstanding natural beauty. Learn how the tin mining industry, dating back to the Bronze Age, has defined the landscape and local economy. Take time for lunch, then breathe in the ocean air on a coastal walk with your local guide. (Breakfast included).

• Accommodation: Carlyon Bay Hotel, Cornwall

DAY 7 – October 25, 2027

Cornwall - Devon

After breakfast, it’s your choice! Join a local expert for a woodland and coastal walk of Charlestown, famous for Poldark and featured in films like The Eagle Has Landed and Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland -OR- enjoy a self-guided visit to The Lost Gardens of Heligan, with its stunningly restored Victorian garden, exotic jungle, and array of wildlife. This afternoon, travel to your home for the next two nights, Bovey Castle, a country retreat in Devon. Delve into the English love of stately homes during your stay at this neo Elizabethan manor house, your glimpse into the lifestyle of English aristocracy. Tonight, a local storyteller regales you with myths, legends, and folklore before dinner at this classic English estate. (Breakfast and dinner included).

• Accommodation: Bovey Castle, Bovey

DAY 8 – October 26, 2027

Devon

This morning, journey into the heart of Dartmoor National Park. As you travel by motor coach, learn about the mystery and legends surrounding this beautiful and wild area, and visit some of the towns and villages within it. After free time for lunch, return to Bovey Castle. Tonight, it’s dinner out at a traditional English country pub! (Breakfast and dinner included).

• Accommodation: Bovey Castle, Bovey

DAY 9 – October 27, 2027

Devon - Cotswolds

Today, venture into the Cotswolds region, taking in the rolling hills and honey-coloured stone homes that make this one of England’s most beautiful areas. Arrive in Castle Combe, a quaint and picturesque Cotswolds village waiting to be explored. The afternoon is yours to soak in the rich history and stroll the pretty streets at your own pace. Later, arrive at your Cotswolds hotel and enjoy an evening at leisure. (Breakfast included).

• Accommodation: The Queens Hotel Cheltenham, Cheltenham

DAY 10 – October 28, 2027

Cotswolds

This morning, visit Chavenage House, a country estate dating back to the 16th century, constructed of Cotswold stone and tiles. A guided tour delves into the deep history of this manor house, which is also recognizable as a filming location featured in Poldark. Next, spend some free time in a neighboring town and find a nice spot for lunch on your own. This afternoon, take time exploring Cheltenham at your own pace before enjoying a farewell dinner at a traditional local pub with a toast to your English adventure. (Breakfast and dinner included).

• Accommodation: The Queens Hotel Cheltenham, Cheltenham

DAY 11 – October 29, 2027

Cotswolds - Tour Ends

Your journey from London through the English countryside ends today. (Breakfast included).

BOOK NOW AND SAVE $450 PER PERSON

Double occupancy: $8,610.00 CAD

Single supplement: $10,485.00 CAD

A $698.00 deposit is due at time of booking.

Final payment due July 22, 2027

Pricing does not include:

• Optional excursions
• Travel insurance
• Gov’t taxes, levies, & fuel surcharges beyond our control
• Passport or visa fees (if required)
• Items of a personal nature

We highly recommend the purchase of Travel Insurance for your holiday.

Ask your Travel Advisor for a quote.

Ready to plan your journey?

Reach out to your BST Vacations Travel Advisor for details and to book.

If you’re not currently working with an advisor, please contact: Nicole Blowes.

1-800-461-8500 ext. 228
nblowes@bstvacations.ca

A balanced pace of activity. Expect some walking — often on paved or slightly uneven surfaces and occasional stairs. Sightseeing days may include standing for extended periods or walking tours that last up to an hour or two at a time. Suitable for most travelers in average health.

BST Escorted Group Terms & Conditions

(These Terms & Conditions do not apply to Charters. Separate T & C apply.)

Please carefully review the Terms & Conditions outlined below. Any reservation made with BST constitutes a binding agreement
signifying your acceptance of, and your agreement to follow, these Terms & Conditions, and to be bound by them.
To process your reservation, we will need your personal information including your name, address,
telephone number, email address, passport number, date of birth, citizenship, and information you have disclosed regarding health, medical, dietary, mobility and other special requirements. BST will require a copy of your valid passport at time of deposit.

Deposit and Final Payment

A Deposit of $698.00 CAD per person due at time of booking to secure your reservation.

The final payment deadline is due in our office on or before July 22, 2027. Deposits are refundable up until April 21, 2027. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the seat reduction date of April 14, 2027 are based upon availability. All payments once received are non-refundable. Please refer to insurance sections below.
Please make cheques payable to Blowes and Stewart Travel. We also accept in-office cash / debit payments, or Visa, Mastercard and American Express credit cards. E-transfers are accepted, please send to pgraham@ bstvacations.ca Completion of the electronic credit card authorization form or the PDF credit card authorization form commits you to your reservation and the charges on your credit card. The Company reserves the right to cancel a reservation if payment has not been received by the specified due date. Final Travel details will be issued 2 weeks prior to departure.

Not Included in the Trip Cost
All quoted trip costs do not include items of a personal nature such as but not limited to; medical insurance, cancellation/interruption insurance, alcoholic beverages, gratuities, phone calls, airline baggage fees where applicable and meals that are not included or listed in the itinerary.

Escorted Group Cancellation Policy
All escorted groups require a minimum number of passengers to travel. Should minimum numbers not been reached, the Company has the right to cancel the tour with a full refund to the passengers booked. Refund will be processed
in manner received. Tours unable to operate due to Travel Advisory, acts of God, Terrorism or any other event and no fault of BST, will be subject to cancellation charges as
listed above. BST highly recommends the purchase of cancellation/interruption insurance for all trips. BST will
not be held responsible for loss of monies due to cancellation/changes. Your travel advisor will review your travel insurance options at booking. Medical insurance is mandatory for all trips outside of the Province of Ontario. If client has out of province medical insurance with a separate insurance provider, BST must be advised of insurance company name, policy number & company contact information prior to trip commencement. Persons leaving the tour during operation will not receive a refund of unused services and all
costs of returning to the point of
embarkation will be borne by the client. For additional information on packages/plans offered,
please visit https://www.igoinsured.com/Direct/ManulifeGlobal.aspx?ag=STEWPET&lang=E

Global Pandemic
Customer acknowledges the risks related to the spread of infectious or contagious diseases. It remains the customer's responsibility to take the necessary precautions applicable to any health hazards, including but not limited to a Global Pandemic. To ensure the safety of all guests and employees, suppliers may have mandatory safety protocols in place, and the
availability of their services and facilities may be impacted. Customer agrees to follow all current and future regulations/protocols set forth for safety in compliance with government policies at your own expense. BST is not responsible for any fees for, or associated with, mandatory government testing in destination or for returning to Canada,
quarantine or expenses relating to any Global Pandemic or similar. If additional insurance protection is declined, it remains the customer's responsibility to verify if their travel insurance policy covers a Global Pandemic. BST will not be held liable should customers be denied boarding due to insufficient proof of a negative Global Pandemic test prior to departure, or displaying symptoms of a Global Pandemic upon check in. No monies will be refunded to customers who have been denied boarding or refunded at port of entry.

Additional Notes

All prices listed are per person in Canadian Dollars unless otherwise noted. Pricing is based on supplier cost, currency exchange rates and conditions in effect at the time of brochure printing. Final payment may fluctuate based on changes to the currency exchange at that time. Should there be a pricing increase, a maximum of 7% of base cost, may be applied, or to the taxes and/or government-imposed fees, fuel surcharges or additional airline fees before final payment, these increased charges will be levied to the customer and applied to the final invoice. No additional surcharges may be applied after the trip is paid in full. All trips may be subject to change in situations beyond our control.

When travelling outside of Canada all Canadian passengers require a valid passport. If travelling with a foreign passport (not Canadian) BST must be advised at time of booking so we can advise accordingly. Most countries require passports to be valid for 6 months beyond the expected return date.

Some countries may also have visa requirements for entry. Any fees to obtain visas or additional travel documentation that may be required are the responsibility of the traveler. Entry into another country cannot be guaranteed and is at the sole discretion of the local authorities. BST takes no responsibility for a customer being denied entry into another country. Cancellation charges and any additional fees will be at the customer’s expense.

It is the passenger's responsibility to obtain information, and to have in their possession, all the required documentation to travel (such as passports, visa where applicable, etc.) required by the relevant governmental authorities, for themselves and passengers in their care. Note that the documents required for the outbound portion of your travel may differ from those required for the return.

BST is not responsible for any missing or inappropriate documents. Failure to have proper travel documents will result in denied boarding and automatic cancellation of your reservation without refund.

BST accepts any passengers that have a disability, intellectual or physical condition providing they are able to care for themselves during the trip which includes boarding the plane/bus on their own; participating in any included tours/sightseeing without assistance; the ability to understand meeting points/times and the ability to care for their own documents. BST will accept any passenger who’s intellectual or physical condition is such as to render him/her incapable of caring for him/herself without assistance, provided that he/she is accompanied by an attendant (at an additional cost) who is responsible for the passenger enroute and with the care of such attendant, he/she will not require attention or assistance beyond that which is usually provided by BST tour escort. Some destinations may not be suitable for physical mobility issues.

Baggage restrictions vary by airline and destination. Specific details will be provided with your final travel documents.

Please ensure that you have secured baggage tags to your luggage prior to arriving at the airport, train station or boarding the coach.

Please note that you are responsible for carrying your own luggage and are responsible for the safety and security of your luggage at all times. BST will not assume liability for loss, theft, or damage due to breakage, fire, water, or theft, during transport on the plane, coach, train or at hotel. Ask your agent for details of Baggage and Personal Effects Insurance coverage.

Airline seating requests are taken into consideration and sent to each airline if applicable. Additional charges apply for premium seating on aircraft. Specific seating on coaches or trains cannot be guaranteed. BST will try to accommodate all requests.

BST reserves the right to decline any person as a member of the trip at any time before or during the trip should such person’s presence be considered detrimental to the interest, comfort, and enjoyment of the other members. Persons leaving the trip after commencement will not receive a refund of unused services and all costs of returning to the point of embarkation will be borne by the client.

When travelling outside of Ontario, please note local customs may differ and conditions of travel may not be the same as home. Clients not travelling on full itinerary as outlined assume full responsibility for any cancellation penalties or fees incurred due to cancellation or alteration to itinerary in any way.

Our Role

In offering travel arrangements for sale, BST acts solely as the organizer of the tours and responsible for making all reservations as outlined. BST cannot be held responsible for supplier errors or omissions. We do not maintain any control over the personnel, equipment or operations of any supplier and we assume no responsibility for, and shall not be expected or required to pay for any financial loss, personal injury, other loss, accident, delay, inconvenience or irregularity which you may experience either by reason of (1) non-performance by any supplier for whatever reason (2) wrongful causes, negligent or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any supplier or its employees or on the part of any other party not under the control of BST (3) any defect, breakdown or other failure of any aircraft, train, bus, automobile, accommodation, ship or other equipment or instrumentality operated and owned or otherwise used by a supplier or (4) BST is not liable for any loss, damage, injury or death resulting from circumstances beyond its direct control such as unexpected weather conditions, civil unrest, acts of God, force Majeure or any other unforeseen circumstances.