Journey Overview

A personally crafted 10-day exploration of England's literary and ecclesiastical heritage, designed specifically for your 25th anniversary celebration. This journey combines Jane Austen's Bath with the timeless beauty of the Cotswolds, featuring carefully selected accommodations, private guided experiences, and opportunities for both cultural immersion and peaceful reflection.

Travel Arrangements

Flight Details

Outbound: October 5-6 (DL9447)
IAD 5:25 PM → AMS 7:25 AM → BRS 9:05 AM

Return: October 15 (KL1076)
BRS 9:20 AM → AMS 11:45 AM → IAD 3:35 PM

Ground Transportation

Mid-size SUV with comprehensive insurance
Pickup: October 6, 9:30 AM (Bristol Airport)
Return: October 15, 7:00 AM

Accommodations

Bath (October 6-10)

The Francis Hotel
Queen Square, Bath BA1 2HH
A luxury boutique hotel in the heart of Georgian Bath, walking distance to all major attractions

Cotswolds (October 10-15)

Selected cottage options:

Honeysuckle Cottage - Chipping Campden
Historic charm with modern comforts, ideal village location
The Old Bakery - Stow-on-the-Wold
Character property in market town setting
Lavender Cottage - Broadway
Classic Cotswold cottage with contemporary amenities

Featured Experiences

Private Jane Austen-themed walking tour of Bath
Evensong services at historic cathedrals
Guided tour of Wells Cathedral and Glastonbury
London literary day trip
Hidden Cotswolds villages tour
Private Sudeley Castle experience
Traditional music evening
Carefully selected tea rooms and historic dining venues

Package Investment

Package Component	Details
Land Package (per couple)	£5,400 ($6,750 USD)
Air Package (per couple)	$1,600 USD

Complete Anniversary Package Includes:

9 nights luxury accommodation (4 Bath, 5 Cotswolds)
Mid-size SUV rental with comprehensive insurance
4 private guided experiences
All attraction entries and cathedral donations
London day trip rail tickets
24/7 local support
All taxes and fees

Total Package Investment: $8,350 USD
(£5,400 land package + $1,600 flights)

        Payment Schedule:
        Initial Deposit: $2,500 (due upon booking)
Second Payment: $2,925 (due by June 1, 2025)
Final Payment: $2,925 (due by August 1, 2025)

    

Next Steps

Review and select preferred Cotswolds cottage
Confirm tour selections and timing preferences
Authorize accommodation deposits
Review and confirm day-by-day itinerary details

Prepared with care for Sara & Darren's special celebration

Please contact us with any questions or requests for modifications.
Reference: SD102025-BAT

Travel Proposal

Sara & Darren's 25th Anniversary Journey

Literary Heritage Tour of Bath & The Cotswolds