London Weekend 20th to 22nd May 2016

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1 London Weekend 20th to 22nd May 2016 London capital and most populous city of the United Kingdom and a true world class city. Join your new Harlaxton classmates in the great adventure that is London. We provide you with a self guided walking tour which takes you to many of London s famous landmarks The British Museum, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, the National Portrait Gallery and National Gallery, No. 10 Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Parliament, Big Ben, the Thames River, the London Eye, Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London. Museums, in addition to the must see British Museum, include the Tate Britain and Tate Modern; the Victoria and Albert; the British Library gallery; the extensive art collections of the National Gallery and the Portrait Gallery; and special interest sites such as the Churchill War Rooms, the Florence Nightingale Museum, and the Natural History Museum. Street markets, the changing of the guards, theatre, musicals, opera, ballet whatever your interest, you will find it in London. Your trip includes roundtrip coach transport from Harlaxton, two nights in a central London hostel, and breakfast on the two mornings. Price: ($ ) Transport, hostel (bed & breakfast) Generator London Hostel 34 Tavistock Place London, WC1H 9SE Deadline: 9 th May 2016 Depart Harlaxton Manor for London (8.00am) Arrive London hostel (11.30am approx.) Free day Checkout from hostel (10.00am) Store luggage Return to hostel and collect luggage (2.45pm) Depart London for Harlaxton (3.00pm) Arrive Harlaxton Manor (6.00pm approx.)

2 York Trip 27 th May 2016 York is an extraordinary city to visit historically, architecturally, and culturally. The stunning York Minster, one of Britain s finest cathedrals, is famous for its Gothic design and medieval stained glass windows. York is set around the River Ouse and its center is encircled with 12 th century walls, from which you get great views over the city while on a leisurely walk. Whether it s finding Roman remains, seeing the Jorvik Viking Centre or a Norman castle tower, taking a river cruise, walking in the Abbey gardens, or shopping in narrow medieval streets, York has it all. You won t want to miss this great city. Your trip includes roundtrip transport to York from Harlaxton Manor. Price: ($ ) Transport Packed lunch included Deadline: 23 rd May 2016 Depart Harlaxton Manor for York (8.00am) Arrive York (10.00am approx.) Depart York (4.15pm) Arrive Harlaxton Manor (6.30pm approx.)

3 Cambridge Trip 28 th May 2016 Cambridge one of the storied names of university education, Cambridge University was founded in You will have the opportunity to visit various colleges that form the university, such as King s College with its fine Gothic chapel; St. John s College, alma mater of William Wordsworth; or Trinity College with its Great Court and Wren Library. Take a walk along The Backs a park following the River Cam and the backs of the colleges. Try your hand at punting on the river. Stop in the Fitzwilliam Museum or visit the University Botanic Garden. You ll find lots of interesting student cafes and markets for food and that important Cambridge sweatshirt. We make a brief stop at the American Cemetery on our way to Cambridge. More than 3,800 American servicemen are buried here in the only World War II American Military Cemetery in Britain. Your trip includes roundtrip transport to and from Harlaxton College, plus a visit to the American Cemetery. Price: ($ ) Transport and tour of American Cemetery Packed lunch included Deadline: 23 rd May 2016 Depart Harlaxton Manor for Cambridge (8.30am) via American Cemetery at Madingley Arrive Cambridge (11.15am approx.) Depart Cambridge for Harlaxton (5.00pm) Arrive Harlaxton Manor (6.30pm approx.)

4 Florence 2nd to 5th June 2016 This trip is not available to students not taking the Cultural Capitals of Britain and Europe (ID H280) course. Italy the focus of The Grand Tour for countless generations of young travelers. Now it s your turn! Even Gregory Gregory, builder of Harlaxton Manor, spent time in Italy studying architecture and making purchases for his new home. On this journey we visit Florence which has its own unique history and character. Florence (Firenze) was the cultural center of the Renaissance and the home of the powerful Medici family, who were great patrons of the arts in the city. You will see the famous Duomo and walk across the Ponte Vecchio Bridge over the River Arno; admire Michelangelo s David and the treasures of the Uffizi Gallery Botticelli, Caravaggio, and Raphael and pay your respects to the resting place of Dante, Gallileo and Macchiavelli in Santa Croce. Wander out from our centrally located hotel down the city's winding medieval streets and discover its lively outdoor markets, selling everything from high quality leather belts and handbags to delicious sun ripened Tuscan tomatoes. Your journey to Italy begins with coach transport from Harlaxton to Heathrow to meet your included flight to Florence. Coach transport from the airport to Florence is a part of your trip package. We stay three nights in Florence with daily breakfasts included. You may wish to purchase a Firenzecard which is the official museum pass of the City of Florence. It costs 72 euro and is valid for 72 hours starting from your first museum entrance. It allows you to enter most of the important Florence museums and to visit permanent collections and temporary exhibitions. With the card you can also enjoy priority access with no need to make reservation.

5 Price: ($ ) Flight, transport and hotel (bed & breakfast); and city tourist taxes Hotel Nizza Via Del Giglios, Florence, Italy Deadline: 24 th April 2016 Thursday Depart Harlaxton Manor for Airport (6.30am approx.) Depart London for Florence Arrive Florence hotel (6pm approx.) in Florence in Florence Depart Florence for Airport (12noon approx.) Depart Florence for flight to London Arrive London (9.30pm approx.) Coach transfer to Harlaxton

6 Edinburgh Weekend 10 th to 12 th June 2016 Our trip to Scotland travels through the north of England on the way to the Scottish capital city of Edinburgh. You will spend two nights in Edinburgh, one of Britain s most popular destinations. Edinburgh Castle sits high above the city at the top of the famous Royal Mile a ticket to the castle is included. After visiting the Castle, you can walk down the Mile with stops at the modern Scottish Parliament buildings, Palace of Holyroodhouse (the Queen s Edinburgh residence), St. Giles' Cathedral (home church of Presbyterianism), or perhaps the Whisky Heritage Centre. The traditional climb up Arthur s Seat will give you expansive views over the city and out the Firth of Forth. Visit Grassmarket and New Town for shops and cafes. The Scottish National Gallery has an outstanding collection and the Botanic Garden is one of the best in all of Great Britain. Try haggis, buy a kilt, or at least find a traditional tartan scarf. Edinburgh never disappoints. We depart the Manor on and travel to Edinburgh for an early afternoon arrival. afternoon includes a ticket to Edinburgh Castle and then the rest of day and evening is free for you to explore. and morning are also free for your own explorations. Your trip includes two nights of accommodation in a modern student hostel, located near the Royal Mile. A continental breakfast is included on both days. Roundtrip transport and admission to Edinburgh Castle are included. Price: ($ ) Transport, hostel (bed & breakfast) and visit to Edinburgh Castle Smart City Hostel 50 Blackfriars Street Edinburgh, EH1 1NE Deadline: 9 th May 2016 Depart Harlaxton Manor for Edinburgh (time TBC) Arrive Edinburgh (time TBC) Depart Edinburgh for Harlaxton (time TBC) Arrive Harlaxton Manor (time TBC)

7 Paris Long Weekend 16 th to 20 th June 2016 Paris the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the unparalleled Louvre Museum. Rodin, Picasso, Monet, and the enticing collections of the Musée d'orsay. The Luxembourg Gardens, the Tuileries Garden, long strolls along the banks of the Seine. Crêpes, baguettes, frites, lingering over coffee at sidewalk cafés. Incomparable Paris. We travel to Paris by train, beginning with Grantham to Kings Cross station in London. A walk across the street to St. Pancras International takes us to the Eurostar station and our chunnel crossing direct into Paris. Our hotel is conveniently located very near the Strasbourg St. Denis Metro station and is a minute walk to the Seine and Notre Dame. Arriving in Paris on Thursday evening allows for three full days of exploring the glorious French capital. You may wish to spend part of one day at Versailles, a short train journey away; or further afield, the Normandy beaches are accessible in a long day trip. No matter what you choose, Paris will enchant. Your trip includes all roundtrip transport costs from the Manor to Paris and four nights of accommodation, including continental buffet breakfasts, in a central Paris hotel. The hotel is near a Metro stop and within walking distance of many major sites. You will return to London from Paris where your luggage will join you from Harlaxton before your final transfer to London Heathrow Airport. Price: ($ ) Transport and hotel (bed & breakfast) Hotel du Plat D'Etain 69, rue Meslay Paris Deadline: 1 st May 2016 Thursday Depart Harlaxton Manor for Paris (8.30am approx.) via Eurostar for chunnel crossing Arrive Paris (4.00pm approx.) Monday Checkout from Hotel (10.00am) Store luggage Return to Hotel and collect luggage (12.00pm approx.) Depart Paris for London via Eurostar for chunnel crossing Arrive London (2.40pm approx.) Transfer to London Heathrow Airport