A “Reluctant Traveler” Itinerary in the UK.
DAY 1: CHECK-IN AT THE GORING
AM: Check-in at The Goring — British Heritage at Its Finest
Begin your journey at The Goring, the only luxury hotel in London that is still family-owned and has been welcoming royalty and dignitaries for over a century. This elegant Belgravia hideaway is famed for being the hotel where Catherine Middleton spent her final night before becoming the Princess of Wales. The hotel is adorned with royal warrants and centuries of quiet prestige — from the impeccably manicured private garden to handwoven Gainsborough silks in every room.
Carsons Travel Concierge ensures a seamless arrival, arranging VIP airport transfer — just like Eugene Levy in The Reluctant Traveler.
PM: Enjoy a private chauffeured sightseeing tour of Royal London — pass Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and St. James’s Park as your expert driver-guide shares personal royal anecdotes.
DAY 2: WINDSOR CASTLE
AM: Windsor Castle Private Guided Tour – 5h
Today’s adventure leads to Windsor Castle, the world’s oldest and largest occupied castle, and a weekend home to the late Queen Elizabeth II. With your private driver and guide, delve into over 1,000 years of royal history. Carsons can secure behind-the-scenes access, from the State Apartments to St. George’s Chapel — where Harry and Meghan tied the knot.
Indulge in lunch at a nearby countryside inn or ask us to arrange a private picnic hamper fit for royalty.
DAY 3: SPENCER HOUSE & PRIVATE THAMES CRUISE
AM: Begin your day at Spencer House, the only great 18th-century private palace in London open to the public — and once the ancestral home of Princess Diana. This neoclassical gem offers insight into the grandeur of Georgian aristocracy.
PM: Luxury Thames River Cruise on a Yacht – 3h
Board your private Thames river cruise. Sip champagne while drifting past iconic landmarks like the London Eye, Tower Bridge, and the Shard. A perfect close to your royal London stay.
DAY 4: FAREWELL FROM THE GORING & DEPARTURE
AM: Enjoy a final breakfast in the garden or in your luxurious room.
PM: Departure
Bid farewell to London and depart for your onward journey.
Adapting to your plane’s timetable, our English-speaking chauffeur will arrive at your hotel in a luxurious full-option Mercedes for a comfortable transfer to the airport.
Because sometimes, even the most “reluctant travelers” fall in love with England’s charm, traditions, and undeniable grace.
To maximize the pleasure of your stay in London, book with us a top choice hotel – The Goring London, and enjoy plenty of perks and bonuses, such as:
◊ 100 USD hotel credit
◊ Upgrade whenever possible
◊ Breakfast daily
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