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Classic Royalty (Self Guided) offered by supplier M16009 (read about supplier) Key Information: Tour Duration: 3 day(s) Group Size: 2 - 10 people Destination(s): England   Specialty Categories: Bicycle Touring   Cultural Journey   Season: January - December Airfare Included: Yes Tour Customizable: No Minimum Per Person Price: 400 Pound Sterling (GBP) Maximum Per Person Price: 400 Pound Sterling (GBP)

Monarchs built their palaces and planted their gardens along the banks of the River Thames at Richmond, Kew, Hampton Court and Windsor. They hunted on the vast tracts of land surrounding these palaces which remain today as unspoilt royal parks. This tour is unbelievably rural as it follows the tranquil river path and leads through the majestic parks. You by pass the traffic and enjoy these historic gems from an unusual perspective.

Freewheel along the river Thames and enjoy the vistas, palatial houses and hidden delights on the route from bustling Richmond to Kew and upstream to Hampton Court where you stay the night. Cycle the river path the next day taking in Runnymede and the weirs and wildlife enroute to reach Windsor castle and your next overnight stop. On the final day, explore the lovely old villages close by and ride through wonderful Windsor Park. Return by train to Richmond.

Tour Details:
- Start & finish: Starts Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays and is circular from Richmond.
- Accommodation: Characterful and historic 4 star hotels, located by the river at Hampton Court and at the heart of Windsor. Dinner is not included.
- Cycling mileage: From 11 to 37 miles (18 to 59 km) per day
- Grade out of 5 based on distance and elevation:1
- Terrain: Flat
- Traffic free: Almost entirely.

Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Richmond, Kew and Hampton Court, 11 miles (18km). At a time to suit you, make your way to our base in Richmond, to pick up your cycling equipment. Your host will meet you there, organise your bicycle and run through your itinerary. Then you are off on your bike to discover bustling Richmond with its old palace and riverside cafes and to explore Kew and its famed garden. Enjoy a fascinating ride through the royal park and along the waterside, dotted with famous historic houses to reach Hampton Court and its magical Palace. Your overnight stop is at Hampton Court.

Day 2: Along the Thames to Windsor, 20 miles (32 km). Enjoy the delights of the Thames path through the Runnymede meadows and beyond. This is a very rural ride past houseboats and villas, famous islands and willow lined meadows, pretty lock cottages, attrac tive steeples & ancient waterside inns. Pedal through Old Windsor and on to reach the famous castle set in Windsor itself, where you will find your hotel.

Day 3: Windsor and surrounding villages, 12 miles (18km), 25 miles (40km) or 37 miles (59km). Explore Eton and the riverside villages beyond Windsor with their charming brick and timber buildings and inns. Pedal through idyllic Windsor Great Park with its amazing views of Windsor and enjoy the famous Savill Garden. Return to Richmond by train.

Notes:
Airfare is included in the tour price.

Price Includes:
- Accommodation
- Breakfast every day during the tour
- Comfortable and impeccably serviced bikes
- The services of our friendly hosts to coordinate your travel and brief you on your route
- Emergency support provided by your host
- Luggage transfers between hotels
- A tour brochure
- Safeguarding of your payment.

Price Excludes:
- Airfares
- Travel to and from the tour start and finish points
- Cycling helmets
- Entrances to attractions unless specified
- Boat trips
- Lunches
- Alcoholic beverages
- Mini bars
- Dinner.

All prices are subject to change depending on accommodation availability.

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