Day 1 - Arrive London and on to Oxford and Cheltenham

Journey west out of London today, making your way first to Oxford, home to the oldest university in the English- speaking world. With more than 40 colleges and halls, Oxford University has produced an astounding number of world-renowned alumni including 26 British prime ministers, economist Adam Smith, J.R.R. Tolkien and Stephen Hawking. Embark on a walking tour of Oxford city centre, beginning at Magdalen Bridge and admire some of the ancient colleges and attractive architecture of the city.

Pause for lunch at your leisure before continuing to the gentle, rolling Cotswolds and Cheltenham Spa. Once a humble market town, Cheltenham has been a fashionable spa town swathed in Regency architecture since 1788. A century later, the rich and famous began flocking in droves to take in the curative waters that are said to relieve a variety of ills and afflictions. Check in to your hotel here and enjoy an evening at leisure.

Overnight: Ellenborough Park

Day 2 - Jaguar Factory and Land Rover Experience

The UK is home to the luxury car-maker Jaguar. Today we are delighted to give you the opportunity to tour the plant where every Jaguar is still designed and built, giving you a fascinating insight into the life and history of this internationally famous marque.

Afterwards, proceed to the Land Rover Experience Centre to witness expert demonstrations in off-road driving, before taking your own turn behind the wheel, alongside a skilled Land Rover instructor. Make sure to bring your driver’s license for an exhilarating and educational afternoon as you hone your off-road driving techniques, while putting the latest Land Rover production models through their paces on the Jungle Track, the Land Track and in the Adventure Zone. Return to Cheltenham at the end of the afternoon.

Overnight: Ellenborough Park

Meal Plan: B

Day 3 - Morgan Motor Company and the Cotswolds

Travel through beautiful countryside to the Morgan Motor Company in Worcestershire where expert craftsmen use traditional skills to build these iconic handmade sports cars. Discover more about the long history of the brand and how new developments have been embraced to incorporate new cutting-edge technology of the 21st century.

Afterwards, continue to the Cotswolds, a quintessentially English region of rolling hills, quaint villages and honey-coloured limestone buildings. Drive to Broadway for a delightful stroll past quaint shops and cafes built.

out of Cotswold stone. Continue to the great wool and market town of Chipping Campden, often regarded as one of the most attractive in England, before heading to Stow-on-the-Wold. The largest town in the Cotswolds, Stow- on-the-Wold has a large main square surrounded by attractive historic buildings build in the local golden stone, many of which contain antique shops. In the 18th century more than 20,000 sheep could be sold on a busy day in this square.

Overnight: Ellenborough Park

Meal Plan: B

Day 4 - National Motor Museum in Beaulieu

Drive south to the coastline of the English Channel, making a stop at the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu.

Housing an impressive collection of more than 250 cars and motorcycles, the fascinating museum recounts the remarkable history of British motoring. View Donald Campbell’s famous Bluebird, as well as the “Flying” Ford Anglia from Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets and the magical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

Late this afternoon you arrive in the vibrant seaside town of Brighton.

Overnight: Grand Hotel Brighton

Meal Plan: B

Day 5 - Hastings

Change gears with a visit to perhaps the most significant historic site in all of England. When William the Conqueror defeated King Harold at the Battle of Hastings in 1066, he completely upended English society, forever changing the native language, culture and political institutions. Today the site is as tranquil as any in the English countryside, with the ruins of a great Benedictine abbey built by William standing near where the battle took place. Take a walk to the edge of the battlefield site and then visit Herstmonceux, a magnificent moated castle that dates from 1444. Late this afternoon, return to Brighton.

Overnight: Grand Hotel Brighton

Meal Plan: B

Day 6 - Goodwood Revival

Leave the 21st century behind and capture the glamour of the golden age of motor sport as you spend the day near Chichester at the Goodwood Revival, one of the world’s most prestigious and historic race meetings. The nostalgic event is the only one of its kind to be staged entirely in a virtual recreation of the 1940s, ‘50s and ‘60s, right down to the vintage advertising placards. Enjoy prime views of the races from your privileged seat in the grandstand at the start line, and join racing VIPs, including the likes of Richard Attwood and Derek Bell, as you witness this celebration of historic racing. At the end of the afternoon, continue to London.

Overnight: Brown's Hotel, London

Meal Plan: B

Day 7 - Depart London

This morning, accompanied by your Guardian Angel, transfer privately to the airport for your homebound flight.

Meal Plan: B