London & Bath at Christmas
November 15 - November 22, 2026
Bath • London
For travel advisors who want to create unforgettable holiday journeys and experience London and Bath at their most magical.
Twinkling lights along Regent Street.
Christmas at Kew Gardens.
Afternoon tea beneath the chandeliers of Bath's historic Pump Room.
The festive atmosphere of Bath's Christmas season.
A private capsule on the London Eye as the city sparkles below.
And the opportunity to experience it all with the curiosity of an advisor and the wonder of a traveler.
This is our London & Bath at Christmas Study Tour.
A thoughtfully designed small-group experience that combines beloved holiday traditions, iconic sights, distinctive hotels, and exclusive experiences so you can confidently create extraordinary Christmas journeys for your clients.
Why Experience Matters
True destination expertise comes from experiencing a place firsthand.
Our Study Tours help you develop the knowledge, confidence, and firsthand experience exceptional advisors rely on.
That means:
Because clients don't just want information. They want advice grounded in experience.
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Experience London and Bath the way your clients dream about them
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Learn which holiday experiences are truly worth recommending
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Learn how to balance iconic sights with quieter holiday traditions
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Explore different neighborhoods and accommodation styles
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Discover the traditions and details that define Christmas in England
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Build the confidence that only firsthand experience provides
What Makes This Tour Different
We believe destination expertise comes from understanding not only what to recommend, but what makes a place unforgettable.
Throughout this journey you'll experience London & Bath from multiple perspectives.
Distinctive Stays
Stay in distinctive hotels that showcase two very different sides of England at Christmas: Bath's timeless elegance and London's festive excitement.
Iconic & Unexpected Experiences
Discover beloved traditions like Christmas at Kew Gardens, festive afternoon tea, London's famous holiday lights, and quieter moments that reveal the character of the season.
Expertise That Lasts
Return home understanding not only what to recommend, but why. You'll know which neighborhoods feel most festive, which experiences are worth planning months in advance, and how to create Christmas journeys your clients will remember for years.
Tour Highlights
Highlights include festive traditions, iconic sights, exclusive experiences, and distinctive accommodations that showcase England at its most magical.
Bath
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Stay at The Gainsborough Bath Spa, a luxury hotel built around Bath's natural thermal waters
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Guided walking tour of Bath
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Visit to the Roman Baths
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Afternoon tea at the historic Pump Room
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Private dinner at the Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
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Free time to explore Bath's independent shops, Georgian streets, and festive atmosphere
Stonehenge & Salisbury
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Visit Stonehenge
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Private guided tour of Salisbury Cathedral
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See one of the surviving copies of the Magna Carta
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Explore one of England's most beautiful cathedral cities
Christmas in London
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Christmas lights tour through London
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Evening visit to Kew Gardens Christmas Lights
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Afternoon tea in Covent Garden
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Private capsule on the London Eye with Champagne
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Behind-the-scenes tour of the Royal Opera House
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Private, chef-led culinary tour of Marylebone Village
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Private guided tour of the National Portrait Gallery
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Time to explore neighborhoods, markets, and shops independently
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Itinerary Overview
Days 1-3 | Discover Bath & the English Countryside
Begin your journey in Bath, one of England's most beautiful and elegant cities. Explore its Georgian architecture on foot, visit the remarkably preserved Roman Baths, and enjoy afternoon tea at the historic Pump Room.
Venture beyond the city to discover two of southern England's most iconic landmarks: mysterious Stonehenge and the magnificent Salisbury Cathedral, home to one of the world's oldest surviving copies of the Magna Carta.
As evening falls, experience Bath at its most festive with elegant dining and time to soak in the city's Christmas atmosphere.
Day 4 | From Bath to London
Spend a relaxed morning in Bath before traveling to London.
Along the way, visit the magnificent Hampton Court Palace, once home to King Henry VIII and one of England's most fascinating royal residences.
After checking into your London hotel, experience the magic of Christmas at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, where spectacular light displays transform the gardens into one of London's most beloved seasonal traditions.
Day 5 | The Arts & Culture of London
Step behind the scenes at the world-famous Royal Opera House on a private tour and enjoy afternoon tea in one of its elegant restaurants.
The remainder of the day is yours to explore London at your own pace, browse Christmas markets, or perhaps attend a West End performance.
Day 6 | A Taste of London
Discover one of London's most charming neighborhoods on a private, chef-led food tour through Marylebone Village, sampling local favorites and learning how food helps tell the story of a destination.
Later, enjoy a private guided visit to the National Portrait Gallery before seeing London's famous Christmas lights sparkle after dark aboard an open-top bus tour.
Day 7 | A Final Day in London
Spend your final morning exactly as you wish or join a guided tour to visit Spitlefields Market, one of London's most vibrant markets.
Explore neighborhoods you've been eager to visit, stroll along the South Bank, browse shops and holiday markets, or simply enjoy a slower pace before the tour concludes.
In the evening, celebrate your journey with a glass of champagne aboard a private capsule on the London Eye and gather for a farewell dinner with fellow advisors.
Day 8 | Departure
After breakfast, depart London with new ideas, fresh inspiration, and a deeper understanding of how to help clients experience England during its most magical season.
Where You'll Stay
We've selected hotels that showcase different styles of accommodations your clients may choose when visiting England.
From a luxury spa hotel in historic Bath to a stylish boutique hotel in London, you'll experience firsthand how different properties shape the overall travel experience.
The Gainsborough Bath Spa ★★★★★
Luxury Spa Hotel
Located in the heart of Bath, The Gainsborough combines historic architecture with modern luxury and is the only hotel in Bath with direct access to the city's natural thermal waters.
You'll spend three nights here, giving you plenty of time to experience both the city and one of England's most distinctive luxury hotels.
The Dixon,
Tower Bridge ★★★★
Boutique City Hotel
Located in a restored Victorian courthouse near Tower Bridge, The Dixon blends historic architecture with a stylish, contemporary atmosphere.
Its location makes it easy to explore South Bank, Borough Market, the City of London, and many of the neighborhoods your clients ask about most.
Small Group by Design
Study Tours are intentionally small.
We believe the best conversations happen around a dinner table, during a walk through town, or while discussing how you'd approach a client's itinerary.
Some of the most valuable moments happen between scheduled experiences when advisors compare notes, share ideas, and discover new ways of thinking about a destination.
Group size: 15-20 travel advisors
This creates an environment where conversations feel natural, ideas are shared freely, and everyone has the opportunity to learn from one another.
Who This Tour Is For
This Study Tour is designed for advisors who:
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Believe firsthand experience makes you a better advisor
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Want to experience England at Christmas the way you hope your clients will
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Want to invest in long-term destination knowledge
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Value thoughtful itineraries and meaningful travel experiences
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Want to specialize in England or the British Isles
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Enjoy traveling with curious, collaborative advisors
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Want to build confidence creating memorable holiday itineraries
Pricing
$5,750 per person
British Isles Travel Expert members get a $250 discount on all tours
Member price: $5,500 per person
Pricing is per person based on double occupancy.
A limited number of single rooms are available for an additional single supplement of
$1,750.
Payment Schedule
A non-refundable deposit of $250 per person is due within 48 hours of being offered a place on the tour.
The remaining balance may be paid in full at any time prior to July 15, 2026. If the remaining balance is not paid in full, it will be automatically charged in three equal installments on July 15, 2026, August 1, 2026, and September 1, 2026.
All payments made toward Study Tours are non-refundable.
What's Included
Your London & Bath at Christmas Study Tour experience includes:
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Seven nights accommodations at carefully selected hotels in Bath and London
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Daily breakfast
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Welcome dinner in Bath
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Select included lunches throughout the tour
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Afternoon tea at Bath's historic Pump Room
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Afternoon tea in London's Covent Garden
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Private dinner at The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
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Private behind-the-scenes tour of the Royal Opera House
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Private, chef-led culinary walking tour of Marylebone Village
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Private guided tour of the National Portrait Gallery
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Evening visit to Kew Gardens Christmas Lights
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Private Champagne capsule experience on the London Eye
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Private transportation throughout the tour beginning in Bath and ending in London
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Experienced guides throughout the tour
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Admission to all included attractions and experiences
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Guided walking tour of Bath
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Visit to the Roman Baths
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Visit to Stonehenge
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Private guided tour of Salisbury Cathedral
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Opportunity to see one of the surviving copies of the Magna Carta
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Evening open-top bus tour of London's famous Christmas lights
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Time to explore independently and experience destinations at your own pace
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All gratuities for included activities, guides, drivers, and meals
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Opportunities to connect and collaborate with fellow travel advisors
What's Not Included
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Airfare to and from England
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Transportation to the tour starting hotel in Bath
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Transportation from the tour ending hotel in London
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Airport transfers
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One group trip on the London Underground (each person must pay separately)
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Meals not specifically listed in the itinerary
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Alcoholic beverages except where included as part of an experience
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Personal expenses and shopping
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Travel insurance
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Optional activities and transportation during free time
Need help getting to Bath or planning your departure from London? We're happy to share recommendations and help you choose the transportation option that works best for your plans.
Rooming Options
You may:
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Share with another advisor of your choosing
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Bring an adult guest (18+) at the same per person (non-member) rate
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Request that we pair you with another advisor
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Request a single room (limited availability, subject to single supplement)
Both advisors must complete separate applications if requesting to room together.
How to Apply
Study Tours are application only.
We intentionally keep our groups small and limit each departure to ensure a more personal experience and meaningful opportunities to connect with fellow advisors.
Applications are processed primarily on a first come, first served basis. However, because room inventory is fixed, we review rooming preferences and availability before confirming each reservation.
Members of the British Isles Travel Expert Membership receive early access to apply and preferred pricing on all Study Tours. Because group sizes are intentionally limited, some tours may fill during the member application period before applications open to non-members.
If a spot is available, advisors will be invited to confirm their participation by submitting a non-refundable $250 deposit within 48 hours. Advisors who do not submit their deposit within the required timeframe forfeit their space, which may then be offered to another applicant or advisor on the waitlist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a hotel or supplier FAM?
No. You'll stay in beautiful hotels and experience a range of accommodations, but this Study Tour isn't built around hotel site inspections or supplier presentations.
Instead, we'll focus on understanding England as travelers experience it. The elegance of Bath, the excitement of London at Christmas, the traditions that make the holiday season so special, and the small details that transform a trip from good to unforgettable.
Our goal is to help you return home with deeper destination expertise and greater confidence in the recommendations you make to clients.
Do I need to already specialize in London or England?
Not at all. Some advisors joining the tour may already sell London or England trips regularly, while others are looking to grow this side of their business.
The Study Tour is designed for both.
What matters most is curiosity, a desire to learn, and an interest in experiencing England in the same thoughtful way you recommend clients travel.
You'll return home with a deeper understanding of the destination, fresh ideas, and greater confidence in the recommendations you make to clients.
Do I need to be a member of the British Isles Travel Expert Membership to apply?
No. You don’t need to be a member to apply for a Study Tour.
However, members of the British Isles Travel Expert Membership receive:
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Early access to applications
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A $250 savings per person on Study Tour pricing
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Year-round destination education, marketing resources, and advisor support
Our Study Tours and membership are designed to complement one another. The membership helps advisors understand how the British Isles work through resources, training, and planning tools. The Study Tours help advisors understand how destinations feel through firsthand experience.
Because our groups are intentionally small, some tours will fill during the member application period before applications open to non-members.
Does joining the membership guarantee me a spot?
No. Membership gives advisors the opportunity to apply before the general public and receive preferred pricing, but it does not guarantee a place on any Study Tour.
Spaces are assigned primarily in the order applications are received, subject to room availability and rooming arrangements.
Because our groups are intentionally small, it's possible for a tour to fill entirely during the member application period.
Why do members receive priority and discounted pricing?
Our Study Tours are a natural extension of the British Isles Travel Expert Membership.
Members spend months or years building destination knowledge through trainings, hotel recommendations, itineraries, planning resources, and marketing content. Study Tours give them the opportunity to deepen that expertise through firsthand experience.
Advance access and preferred pricing are our way of rewarding advisors who have already invested in becoming British Isles specialists while continuing to welcome new advisors who share that same passion.
How many advisors will be accepted?
The London & Bath Study Tour is intentionally limited to 15-20 advisors
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We believe smaller groups create a better experience, where conversations continue over dinner, questions get answered, and advisors have the opportunity to connect with one another throughout the journey.
Because room inventory is limited, the exact number of participants may vary slightly depending on rooming arrangements and the availability of single rooms.
How physically active is this tour?
Most activities are leisurely to moderately active.
Expect city walking tours, time exploring villages and attractions, and optional walks through scenic areas.
There are no strenuous hikes or physically demanding activities planned, though participants should be comfortable walking on uneven historic streets, cobblestones, and climbing stairs.
Are the hotels and experiences guaranteed?
We fully intend to operate the tour as described.
However, hotels, restaurants, attractions, guides, transportation providers, and specific experiences are subject to change due to availability, weather, operational requirements, closures, or circumstances outside of our control.
Should changes become necessary, substitutions will be made with experiences and accommodations of comparable quality and character.
How does the application process work?
Study Tours are application only.
Applications are processed primarily on a first come, first served basis.
Members of the British Isles Travel Expert Membership receive early access to apply and preferred pricing. Because group sizes are intentionally limited, some tours will fill during the member application period before applications open to non-members.
Applications ask about:
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Your travel business
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Experience selling the British Isles
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Rooming preferences
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Why you're interested in the tour
Because room inventory is fixed, we review rooming preferences and availability before confirming each reservation.
If a spot is available, advisors will receive an email invitation with payment details and next steps.
We ask advisors to apply only when they are prepared to move forward with the tour and submit their deposit promptly.
Is a deposit required?
Yes. A $250 non-refundable deposit per person is required within 48 hours of being offered a place on the tour to secure your reservation.
If the deposit is not received within 48 hours, your place will be released and offered to another advisor.
Are payments refundable?
No. All payments made toward Study Tours are non-refundable.
Because we work with hotels, guides, transportation providers, and experience partners that require advance commitments, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations or unused portions of the tour.
For this reason, we strongly encourage all participants to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation/interruption coverage, medical coverage, and emergency evacuation benefits.
What payment options are available?
A non-refundable deposit of $250 per person is required within 48 hours of being offered a place on the tour.
You may choose one of the following payment options:
Automatic Payments
The remaining balance will be charged automatically in three equal installments:
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1/3 of the remaining balance due July 15, 2026
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1/3 due August 1, 2026
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Final balance due September 1, 2026
By selecting automatic payments, you authorize Girasole Travel to charge the card on file for these scheduled payments unless you request to pay your remaining balance in full before July 10, 2026.
Pay in Full
You may pay the full tour cost at any time prior to July 15, 2026.
All payments made toward Study Tours are non-refundable.
What are the rooming options?
All prices are listed per person based on double occupancy.
You may:
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Share with another advisor of your choosing
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Bring an adult guest (18+) at the same (non-member) per-person rate
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Request that we pair you with another advisor
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Request a single room (limited availability and an additional supplement applies)
If requesting to room with another advisor, both advisors must submit separate applications and list each other as their preferred roommate.
Can I bring a guest?
Yes. Guests are welcome on most Study Tours and must be at least 18 years old.
Guests pay the same (non-member) rate as advisors and share in the same accommodations and included experiences.
Why are there so many rooming options?
We recognize advisors travel differently.
Some prefer traveling with a colleague, others want to bring a spouse or friend, and some are excited to meet another advisor with similar interests.
We've designed our rooming options to be as flexible as possible while still maintaining the small-group atmosphere that makes these tours special.
Ready to Experience London & Bath Differently?
If you're ready to move beyond supplier presentations and develop the kind of firsthand expertise that shapes your business for years to come, we'd love to hear from you.