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February 29-March 09, 2024
Double Occupancy: $6100 per person
Single Occupancy: $6800 per person
Airfare is not included.
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This royal throne of kings, this scepter’d isle…This blessed plot, this earth, this realm, this England!” — William Shakespeare
We invite you to join us on a journey through a thousand years of lively English history. Neolithic builders, Celts, Romans, mighty medieval monarchs, poets, painters, architects, statesmen, generals, visionaries, and warrior women—all will come to life through our specifically prepared trip, exclusive tours, chats, and behind-closed-door experiences reaching from Stonehenge to Churchill’s Cabinet War Rooms. No matter how much you know about England—or don’t—Historical England will move and enlighten you. You don’t want to miss this trip!
Historical England includes days of exploring London as a group, a few evening theatre performances (with excellent seats—our signature), and a rail or coach trip to Bath and Stonehenge. We average 6 miles of walking and 100 stairs per day. Travel is by public transportation (included in the trip price), and participants should be able to board Tube trains and buses independently. Participants wishing to travel by taxi should expect to make independent arrangements and pay an additional $600.See more information regarding .
Traveling in a group is enriching and fun. It also requires consideration for everyone’s well-being and for reaching our daily goals in activities set by the itinerary. Before we head on our journey we like to ask our participants to consider the activity level each journey has and if it is something they feel able to do. The group’s interest in accomplishing our itinerary is the priority for trip leaders and we understand and respect this promise to all. Due to differences in country-specific laws and regulations, many sites visited are not handicap accessible. Go Learn staff can talk to participants in person for assessment and to answer questions.
Level 1
At this level of a tour, trip participants will actively participate in up to three hours of activities. We may walk and stand for large portions of the lectures or excursions. Extensive breaks and adequate time to relax makes this our lowest activity level. Like all Go Learn journeys, active listening and participation is fundamental to learning and exploration.
Level 2
Level 2 requires a good amount of stamina in walking and standing. In the course of a day one can expect to reach and exceed 5 miles of walking, multiple stairs, and prolonged periods of standing. We will take breaks and a certain standard of comfort will be maintained. The journey might have a hotel in one location, avoiding extensive travel, but public transportation and exploring on foot may be the main form of transportation. Happy exhaustion is part of this activity level.
Level 3
Extensive excursions and challenging terrain will be encountered at this level. A day with a number of hours on foot is the norm. At this activity level, we may embark on hikes, physically strenuous site visits, and distances reaching and exceeding 10 miles per day. Go Learn will always incorporate breaks, sometimes a day off, but this level is as strenuous as it is fun.
Your trip leaders, Tim Slover and Jane England, have been taking Go Learn travelers to London for ten years. Our motto comes from Aristotle’s Poetics: “To learn gives the liveliest pleasure.” We’ll ignite delight by leading and arranging private, one-of-a-kind tours of remarkable and historically significant places that will bring the rich history of England to life—and then meeting together with you to chat about it all afterward. Of course, we’ve also planned lots of time to enjoy London’s markets, pubs, and cutting-edge theatre. You’ll come away with a deep understanding of what makes this country tick.
Tour Highlights Include:
This will be quite a day. Please plan to arrive at Heathrow Airport by noon (the Delta 50 direct flight gets in at 10:30 am). We’ll arrange for your transportation to The Rockwell, our charming boutique hotel in South Kensington. Once everyone is present and accounted for, a coach will whisk us all to beautiful Bath, a resort town since the time of the Romans. We’ll check into the fabulous Queensberry Hotel and in the early evening make our way to nearby #1 Royal Crescent, a luxurious town house-museum, magnificently restored to its original late Eighteenth Century splendor. Dinner that night will be at the Michelin Star Olive Tree Restaurant at our hotel. We’ll sleep well tonight!
Hotel: Queensberry Hotel
Activity level: Moderate
Meal: D
After breakfast and our history chat in a room at the Queensberry, we’ll step back in time —to circa 70 AD—at the nearby Roman Baths. Constructed over natural hot springs, the Baths bring you up close to the lives of Roman Britons. Thermae Romanae pulchrae sunt! Free afternoon and lunch—and then our coach will take us on an adventure even further back in the mists of time: to Stonehenge, a cirque of standing stones 700 years older than the Pyramids of Giza. We’ve arranged a private after-hours tour with a brilliant scholar—just us and the huge trilithons. We’ll be back to The Rockwell in time for a good night’s sleep.
Hotel: The Rockwell
Activity level: Moderate to Strenuous
Meal: B
After the scrumptious complimentary breakfast buffet The Rockwell provides us every morning, we’ll have a History & Art Chat in a private upstairs room at the King’s Head Pub, just around the corner from the Rockwell. Then it’s off to Hampton Court, Henry VIII’s pleasure palace on the Thames River, to steep ourselves in all things Tudor. The Great Hall, the jewel-like Chapel, the Kitchens, the Wine Cellar—and don’t miss the Great Vine out in the gardens. We’ll be having lunch at Hampton Court, too. Free evening.
Hotel: The Rockwell
Activity level: Moderate to Strenuous
Meals: B, L
The finest medieval fortress in England is right here: the Tower of London. Started by William the Conqueror in the 1070s, it grew into a royal palace, mint, zoo, and notorious place of execution. After a History Chat, we’ll visit without standing in the long queue by attending a Matins service at St. Peter ad Vincula and then gaze on the Crown Jewels, including the largest diamond ever found. Lunch at a nearby restaurant, and then it’s off to see Holbein at the Tudor Court, a new exhibition at the Queen’s Gallery in Buckingham Palace. Free evening.
Hotel: The Rockwell
Activity level: Moderate to Strenuous
Meals: B, L
After a History & Humanities Chat at the King’s Head, we’ll make our pilgrimage to Westminster Abbey, the vast, medieval church where Royals are crowned, married, and buried. We’ll have our own special tour of this sacred center of national life and death. Dinner together that evening, followed by a play or concert (Watch this space!).
Hotel: The Rockwell
Activity level: Moderate to Strenuous
Meals: B, D
Much of London burned down in the Great Fire of 1666—we’ll visit the Fire Monument commemorating that cataclysmic event—and from the ashes a new London emerged in monumental stone. No architect characterizes the rebuilt city as well as Sir Christopher Wren, and no edifice as well as his masterpiece, St. Paul’s Cathedral, with its iconic motto, Resurgam— “I shall rise again.” After a History & Theatre Chat at the King’s Head, we’ll make our way there for our exclusive “Triforium Private Tour.” Dinner that night at the Barbican Brasserie, followed by the Royal Shakespeare Company’s “awe-inspiring” (Time Out) and “utterly beguiling” (The Stage) multi-Olivier Award-winning adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro.
Hotel: The Rockwell
Activity level: Moderate to Strenuous
Meals: B, D
By special arrangement, we’ll visit Middle Temple Hall, an Elizabethan masterpiece where the Bard himself performed in his play Twelfth Night. Our History & Theatre Chat will take place in the stunning Queen’s Room next door. Afterwards, we’ll stroll across the river to see the site of the original Globe Theatre and look in at Southwark Cathedral, home of the gorgeous Shakespeare stained glass window. (How many characters can you identify?) Lunch at foodie haven Borough Market, and then the rest of the day is yours. That night we’ll see one of the finest and most passionate Shakespeare actors of our time, Ralph Fiennes, play opposite Olivier Award-winning Indira Varma in Macbeth. What. A. Day!
Hotel: The Rockwell
Activity level: Moderate to Strenuous
Meals: B, L
We think of the Victorian era (1837-1901) as one of worldwide empire, but the sun (also) never set on the period’s scientific, social, and artistic innovation. After our History & Theatre Chat, we’ll take an exclusive private tour of beautiful Leighton House, legendary in its day as the home and studio of Lord Frederic Leighton and his ravishing Pre-Raphaelite art. Then it’s off to the newly reopened National Portrait Gallery for a History Highlights sampling. Dinner is right there at the Portrait Restaurant. Then it’s off to the West End for The Motive & the Cue, a “brilliant, compassionate new play” (Financial Times) about the clash of the old and the new.
Hotel: The Rockwell
Activity level: Moderate to Strenuous
Meals: B, D
Let’s double up with art and history on our final day together. After our History & Art chat at the King’s Head, we’ll go to the Tate Britain museum to experience some powerful Twentieth Century paintings and sculpture. Free afternoon, after which we’ll gather in the evening for a “Behind the Glass” private tour of the Cabinet War Rooms, the extensive bomb- proof underground headquarters of Winston Churchill during World War II. Farewell Dinner afterwards.
Hotel: The Rockwell
Activity level: Moderate to Strenuous
Meals: B, D
Departure day is always sad, but we’ll look forward to our reunion in Salt Lake City. Cars will be arranged to take you to Heathrow Airport.
Meal: B
Image of Tower of London courtesy of Nicolas
Image of Westminster Abbey courtesy of Dominika Gregušová
Image of St Paul's Cathedral courtesy of Ben Kirby
Tim and Jane bring their expertise and enthusiasm to Go Learn from also directing the University of Utah's Beacons of Excellence Award-winning Theatre, Fine Arts and Humanities in London Learning Abroad student program—for fifteen years and still going strong.
Tim is a Professor in the Department of Theatre, where he teaches Playwriting, Dramatic Literature, Shakespeare, and Contemporary Drama. Tim is also a produced screenwriter, a published novelist, and an award-winning playwright with plays produced off-Broadway and in the US, Britain, and Canada.
Jane teaches Introduction to Theatre and Dramatic Literature in the Department of Theatre and administers London Learning Abroad programs for both the Theatre and English Departments. She attended the London School of Economics for post-graduate studies and, in addition to her many London and UK tours, has led travel programs in Bali and Japan.
If the logistics of a trip are right, travelers don't even notice them. That's my job. — Jane
Pre-Departure
Like all Go Learn journeys, the adventure begins at home. We'll make sure you have all the information you need before you arrive in London—we'll answer questions about what to pack, how to get around, and our daily itinerary. We want you to arrive in London ready to learn!
A trip reunion about a month after returning will be the perfect conclusion to our journey. We will exchange pictures and stories while remembering the highlights of our tour. Go Learn expeditions are designed to be small, boutique experiences where one returns with a group of friends. Good food, drink, and company await us at this reunion.
About London
It’s hard to fit what London is into one sentence, but let's give it a shot: London is the capital of the United Kingdom (and hence has all the Washington D.C.-type buildings), and it also has hundreds of historical sites from a Roman temple to Jimi Hendrix's apartment, and it's also the biggest city in the European Union (8.5 million) with the most diverse population (270 nationalities and 300 languages—imagine what that means for restaurants, yum), and it’s also one of the world’s premiere financial and commercial hubs (um, shopping), and it has the most museums in the world (173, with 11 of them national museums, and unlike other European cities, they're mostly FREE); it also has the most restaurants in the world (37,450), 5,000 acres of parks (8 of them Royal) and 214 theatres to which 14.2 million people flock each year (including us); plus it has fourteen football clubs, including 6 Premier League teams, is home to the tallest building in the UK (the Shard) and has hosted the Olympic Summer Games 3 times. Whew! But it isn't all about bigness and most-ness. London is also home to quiet nooks and curious crannies—truly adventure around every corner.
Weather: The temperature range in March is 42º-53º, and there is always a chance of rain. Bring a water-resistant jacket, water resistant shoes, warm clothing, and an umbrella to be ready for British weather. The best news: the spring bulbs will be out, and the city won’t be crowded with visitors.
Activity levels and restrictions
In order to fully explore the sights on our itinerary, we will be walking every day. Most city walking is flat on paved surfaces. When visiting gardens, museums and churches, we may be walking long distances or standing on our feet for prolonged times. Be sure to bring comfortable walking shoes! Since we will be waking up early with jet lag, we often will start our days early and continue until sundown. Our exciting itinerary and daily learning adventures will keep you happily exhausted. This is an Activity Level 2 trip. Learn More about our .
Traveling in a group is enriching and fun. It also requires consideration for everyone’s well-being and for reaching our daily goals in activities set by the itinerary. Before we head on our journey we like to ask our participants to consider the activity level each journey has and if it is something they feel able to do. The group’s interest in accomplishing our itinerary is the priority for trip leaders and we understand and respect this promise to all. Due to differences in country-specific laws and regulations, many sites visited are not handicap accessible. Go Learn staff can talk to participants in person for assessment and to answer questions.
Level 1
At this level of a tour, trip participants will actively participate in up to three hours of activities. We may walk and stand for large portions of the lectures or excursions. Extensive breaks and adequate time to relax makes this our lowest activity level. Like all Go Learn journeys, active listening and participation is fundamental to learning and exploration.
Level 2
Level 2 requires a good amount of stamina in walking and standing. In the course of a day one can expect to reach and exceed 5 miles of walking, multiple stairs, and prolonged periods of standing. We will take breaks and a certain standard of comfort will be maintained. The journey might have a hotel in one location, avoiding extensive travel, but public transportation and exploring on foot may be the main form of transportation. Happy exhaustion is part of this activity level.
Level 3
Extensive excursions and challenging terrain will be encountered at this level. A day with a number of hours on foot is the norm. At this activity level, we may embark on hikes, physically strenuous site visits, and distances reaching and exceeding 10 miles per day. Go Learn will always incorporate breaks, sometimes a day off, but this level is as strenuous as it is fun.
Dates
February 29 – March 9, 2024
Size
Tour is limited to 20 participants
Cost
Double Occupancy: $6100 per person
Single Occupancy: $6800 per person
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A $250 deposit is required upon registration to hold your space. The deposit is fully refundable for cancellations occurring within 2 days after registration. After 2 days it is not refundable. A first payment of 50% of total trip cost is due 31 days after registration. Remaining payment is due 31 days after the first payment has been made. Payment amounts and frequency of payments can be arranged on an individual basis. If registration for a program occurs at or within 62 days prior to the program start, the entire program cost is due. Program price is based on rates in effect at the time the brochure is printed and is subject to change without notice to reflect fluctuations in exchange rates, tariffs or fuel charges.
Payments are refundable up to 4 months prior to the departure date. We advise all travelers to subscribe to cancellation insurance within 15 days of booking the trip (see the insurance information below). Please contact us if you would like to arrange a special payment plan.
We reserve the right to cancel any trip because of inadequate enrollment that makes the trip economically infeasible to operate or because of good-faith concerns with respect to the safety, health, or welfare of the participants. If program is canceled prior to departure, Go Learn will provide you with a full refund of monies paid to the University of Utah. If we cancel the trip in progress, you will receive a prorated refund based on the number of days not completed on the expedition. Participants are encouraged to purchase refundable airline tickets in case of trip cancellation. Airfare and any other costs incurred by participant beyond moneys paid to the University of Utah will not be refundable under any circumstance.
Travelers’ passports must to be valid six (6) months past the return date of the Go Learn experience. Travelers whose passports expire prior to those six month will be unable to board an international flight leaving the US.
Go Learn highly recommends participants to be vaccinated for protecting against COVID-19. We respect each individual’s choices, but need to point out that currently domestic and international travel for unvaccinated people often comes with enormous hurdles, such as quarantine requirements, or exclusion even. Many countries, including the United States, don’t allow unvaccinated travelers to enter their borders. A high number of private and public places will require proof of vaccination against COVID-19 and any costs that might occur due to the lack of such proof is the traveler’s responsibility. Likewise, Go Learn will not be able to refund parts of, or entire trip fees if unvaccinated participants are prohibited to partake in parts of, or entire Go Learn itineraries. With each destination having its own rules and requirements, we can talk to each participant regarding any of our programs in detail and consult individually.
In addition to many other factors, Go Learn adheres to University of Utah rules, Department of State recommendations, as well as CDC recommendations for each and every trip destination. Decision to travel will be made on an individual trip basis and payment plans will be established for each individual traveler’s need. An up-dated contract will be established when Go Learn and travelers agreed to the journey taking place.
You must be in good physical and mental health. Any physical condition, diet, or treatment requiring special attention must be reported in writing when the reservation is made. Traveling in a group is enriching and fun. It also requires consideration for everyone’s well-being and for reaching our daily goals in activities set by the itinerary. Before we head on our journey we like to ask our participants to consider the activity level each journey has and if it is something they feel able to do. Go Learn staff can talk to participants in person for assessment and to answer questions. The group’s interest in accomplishing our itinerary is the priority for trip leaders and we understand and respect this promise to all.
Level 1 - At this level of a tour, trip participants will actively participate in up to three hours of activities. We may walk and stand for large portions of the lectures or excursions. Extensive breaks and adequate time to relax makes this our lowest activity level. Like all Go Learn journeys, active listening and participation is fundamental to learning and exploration.
Level 2 - Level 2 requires a good amount of stamina in walking and standing. In the course of a day one can expect to reach and exceed 5 miles of walking, multiple stairs, and prolonged periods of standing. We will take breaks and a certain standard of comfort will be maintained. The journey might have a hotel in a hard to reach location. We avoid extensive travel, but public transportation and exploring on foot may be the main form of transportation. Happy exhaustion is part of this activity level.
Level 3 - Extensive excursions and challenging terrain will be encountered at this level. A day with a number of hours on foot is the norm. At this activity level, we may embark on hikes, physically strenuous site visits, and distances reaching and exceeding 10 miles per day. Go Learn will always incorporate breaks, sometimes a day off, but this level is as strenuous as it is fun. External factors, such as high altitude and other physical challenges can play into this itinerary. Safety remains our highest priority.
On international trips, Go Learn provides all travelers who are U.S. or Canadian citizens with minimal medical, accident and evacuation coverage under our group-travel insurance policy, CISI. We strongly recommend that you subscribe to optional baggage and trip-cancellation insurance.
Go Learn, Continuing Education and the University of Utah and our operators act only as agents for the passenger with respect to transportation and ship arrangements and exercise every care possible in doing so. However, we can assume no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity in connection with the service of any automobile, motorcoach, launch or any other conveyance used in carrying out this program or for the acts or defaults of any company or person engaged in conveying the passenger or in carrying out the arrangements of the program. We cannot accept any responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in air or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, quarantine, force majeure or other causes beyond our control. All such losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger as tour rates provide arrangements only for the time stated. We reserve the right to make such alterations to this published itinerary as may be deemed necessary. The right is reserved to cancel any program prior to departure in which case the entire payment will be refunded without further obligation on our part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or retain any person as a member of the program. No refund will be made for an unused portion of any tour unless arrangements are made in sufficient time to avoid penalties. Baggage is carried at the owner's risk entirely. It is understood that the ship's ticket, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the passenger and the cruise company. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their plane or conveyance. Neither Go Learn, Continuing Education or the University of Utah nor our operators accept liability for any carrier's cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket in connection with the tour. Program price is based on rates in effect at the time the brochure is printed and is subject to change without notice to reflect fluctuations in exchange rates, tariffs or fuel charges. As a condition of participation, all confirmed participants are required to sign a Release of Liability.
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Air transportation and related fees; activities noted as optional in the itinerary; passport and visa expenses; baggage/ cancellation insurance; personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone calls, and alcoholic beverages; and any other items not specifically noted as included.
A limited number of single rooms/cabins are available at an extra cost on a first-come, first-served basis. We will assist persons requesting a roommate. Participants will be notified if a suitable roommate is not available, in which case the single rate will be charged.
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