11-Day Christian Heritage Tour to England & Scotland
with Dr. Willy Rice
$5,895
Start Date: May 11, 2026
End Date: May 21, 2026
Location: England & Scotland
Embark on a transformative journey through England and Scotland, tracing the footsteps of the great Reformers who reshaped Christianity. This tour takes you deep into the heart of the Reformation, visiting the very sites where figures like John Wesley, John Knox, and others boldly advanced the gospel. From London’s historic landmarks to the peaceful landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, every destination is a testament to the faith that changed the course of history. Don’t miss this opportunity to walk where faith was tested and transformed—sign up today for an unforgettable adventure!
Daily Itinerary
Day 1
Monday, May 11
BEGINNING OF OUR TOUR
Depart USA for London, England
Day 2
Tuesday, May 12
Arrival in London
Arrive in London. Meet with the guide and transfer to the hotel. Enjoy free time in the afternoon. In the evening, share a welcome dinner and receive an overview of the journey in the footsteps of the Reformers. Dinner and overnight in London.
Day 3
Wednesday, May 13
London
In the words of Peter Ackroyd, “London goes beyond any boundary or convention. It contains every wish or word ever spoken, every action or gesture ever made, every harsh or noble statement ever expressed. It is illimitable. It is Infinite London.” After breakfast, experience a panoramic tour of London. See Big Ben, Tower of London, London Eye, Parliament, Tower Bridge, and Buckingham Palace. Within the city tour, discover the Bun Hill Fields Burial Ground, a Nonconformist burial ground and final resting place of John Bunyan, Isaac Watts, Daniel Defoe, and William Blake, along with many other leading intellectuals, radicals, and clergymen from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. In the afternoon, visit of Westminster Abbey. Since 1066, it has been the location of the coronations of 40 English and British monarchs and a burial site for 18 English, Scottish, and British monarchs. Dinner and overnight in London.
Day 4
Thursday, May 14
Stonehenge - Salisbury - Bath
Leave London and discover Salisbury Cathedral, one of the leading examples of early English Gothic architecture. Here we see the "Magna Carta" on display in the Chapter House which is one of only four surviving original copies. A historic agreement made in 1215 between King John and his barons, it acknowledged the fundamental principle that the monarch was not above the law. We continue to the mysterious and iconic Stonehenge, holding over 4500 years of English history. Step back in time and explore this ancient engineering masterpiece. Dinner and overnight in Bath.
Day 5
Friday, May 15
Bath - Oxford - Stratford-upon-Avon
Spend the morning touring Bath, a Unesco World Heritage Site. The city derives its name from its natural thermal springs and is home to a wide variety of historical attractions like the Roman Baths. It is also home to some of the most impressive Georgian architectural triumphs in the entire UK. After lunch , drive to Oxford, the world's most famous university town. Explore the most important sights, including a visit to Christ Church College, where Charles and John Wesley were undergraduates. It was here that John Wesley gathered around him a group of serious-minded young men, known as The Holy Club, nicknamed the “Methodists,” and so began an evangelical revival. View the spot where John Wycliffe came to translate the first Bible into the vernacular of the day and the place where the intellectual whirlwind unleashed Wycliffe’s teachings which lead to the trial and burning of bishops Hugh Latimer, Nicholas Ridley, and Thomas Cranmer. See the very pub where 20th-century secularism was challenged by CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien. In the afternoon, drive north to the beautiful city of Stratford upon Avon, where Shakespeare himself was born and died. Dinner and overnight in Stratford upon Avon.
Day 6
Saturday, May 16
Stratford-upon-Avon - Sheffield - Windermere
After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour on the footpath of the World’s Greatest Poet. We have the chance to visit the House where Shakespeare was born 1564. Continue the journey to the town of Sheffield, which John Wesley visited many times. See the famous Cathedral where a stained-glass window in the Chapter House depicts John Wesley preaching in the square. After lunch, continue north to the shimmering lakes and hushed mountains of Lake District National Park. Lake District inspired many artists, and poets and writers such as Beatrix Potter, author of The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Dinner and overnight in Windermere.
Day 7
Sunday, May 17
Cruise Windermere - Gretna Green - Glasgow
Step aboard a boat on the beautiful Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in England. Listen to beautiful romantic poems by the famous "Lake Poets" William Wordsworth, Samuel Coleridge, Thomas de Quincey and John Ruskin. Journey north through the stunning country, passing the border and Hadrian’s Wall, arriving in Scotland. Take a city tour to learn about the Scottish Reformation. Dinner and overnight in Glasgow.
Day 8
Monday, May 18
Inveraray - Oban - Glasgow
After breakfast, venture into the unparalleled beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Discover Inveraray Castle, the residence of the Duke of Argyll. The Castle, nestled on the banks of Loch Fyne in Argyll, serves as the fictional location of Duneagle Castle in the famous TV series “Downton Abbey.” Arrive in the beautiful city of Oban, also known as the “gateway to the Hebride Islands.” Here you can enjoy a delicious, freshly fried and battered fish and chips at the Ocean surrounded by Islands and Mountains. Return to Glasgow for dinner and overnight.
Day 9
Tuesday, May 19
Edinburgh
In the morning, drive to Edinburgh to see sights such as Holyrood Palace, the Royal Mile, Edinburgh castle, the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Victorian New Town,” the College of Divinity with Knox Statue, John Knox’s house, and St. Giles where he preached. Edinburgh is known for its dark past, and an evening walking tour is the original way to showcase the city's historically sinister and spooky side. Discover the hidden ‘wynds’ (alleys) and closes of the Old Town while learning of their mysteries and horrors. Dinner and overnight in Edinburgh.
Day 10
Wednesday, May 20
Day at Leisure or Daytrip to St. Andrews
Enjoy a day of leisure in Edinburgh or drive to St. Andrews, the birthplace of the sport of golf and an important sight of the Scottish Reformation. Protestantism became Scotland’s main religion in part due to committed preachers like George Wishart and John Knox, who actively recruited and enthused the most influential and powerful sections of Scottish society to the Protestant cause. Knox, like many others, had been exposed to the Reformation and grew to support this new theology, as opposed to the traditional Catholic foundations of Scotland’s religion. Patrick Hamilton, a fellow St. Andrews reformer and Protestant martyr, and George Wishart, a priest who fled to Scotland in 1538 to escape accusations of heresy, both inspired Knox’s conversion to Protestantism. The three men became close friends. Return to Edinburgh for dinner and overnight.
Day 11
Thursday, May 21
Edinburgh - USA
Transfer to Edinburgh Airport for your return flight home with luggage packed with keepsakes and your heart full of memories!
- $5,895 per person based on double occupancy.
- $4,895 per person Land Only (purchase your own air).
- Single room supplement - $1,495
- $500 per person with registration to secure space.
- 50% of the total amount is due on or before November 8, 2025
- Balance due on or before February 8, 2026
Tour information
PASSPORTS: Passports must be valid with an expiration date of at least six months beyond the return home date of the tour. Participants with non-US passports are responsible for country-specific entry requirements. If you do not have a valid passport or need to renew your passport, enter "RENEWING" or "APPLIED FOR" when completing registration.
CANCELLATION POLICY: The $500 per person deposit is nonrefundable. Other payments exceeding the $500 per person are refundable in full up to ninety days prior to departure. After this date, refunds for unused accommodations and services will be limited to the amount received from and/or credited by all carriers, sightseeing operators, and hotels. All funds, including the deposit, are non-transferable.
AIR: The Air Included option covers round-trip, economy-class airfare from the departure city listed in the itinerary. All group seating is assigned by the airline and cannot be changed by Signature Tours. Seat changes can only be made during check-in at the airport. Upgrades such as Comfort, Premium, Business, or First Class are not available with the Air Included option. Participants who wish to upgrade or purchase a specific seat should choose the Land Only option when registering. Frequent flyer, TSA Precheck, and Global Entry numbers can only be added at check-in.
LAND ONLY: Participants who wish to arrange their own air should choose the Land Only option. The air portion will be deducted from the price when selecting this option. Participants arranging their own air should notify Signature Tours at least 6 months prior to the departure date. Land Only Passengers arriving with or before the group are welcome to join the group bus at no additional charge. For those not traveling with the group, Signature Tours can provide contact information to arrange a private transfer.
GROUND/TRANSFERS: The group will be met on arrival by a Signature Tours representative and transferred to the hotel/airport. Land Only participants not traveling with the group are responsible for scheduling ground transfers.
HOTELS: Superior first-class hotels throughout. Priced based on two people per room with a private bath and shower.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: A limited number of single rooms are available at additional supplement prices. Signature Tours and/or the tour leader will make every attempt to pair single participants requesting a roommate. However, the single supplement fee will be charged for each person occupying a single room, whether by choice or circumstance.
MEALS: Breakfast and dinner are provided daily. Lunch is provided on days as noted in the itinerary.
SIGHTSEEING: Entrance fees to all places listed in the itinerary are included, as well as an expert English-speaking guide.
LUGGAGE: Space is limited on the tour buses. Participants are allowed one suitcase weighing 50lbs or less and will be transported in storage under the bus. Participants are allowed one backpack/daypack or personal bag to carry on the bus during the tour. These requirements will meet most airline carrier restrictions. See the carrier website for airline-specific baggage restrictions and requirements. Medical devices are not included in these restrictions.
TIPS, SERVICE CHARGES, AND TAXES: Tips, service charges, and taxes ARE INCLUDED in the selling price. Taxes, as imposed by national and/or local governments, that are not included at the time of booking are the responsibility of the participant.
NOT INCLUDED: Excess baggage fees, passport fees, food or drink items not listed on the regular table menu for included meals, and items of a personal nature such as room service, laundry, etc. Any service not indicated in the itinerary and/or the above list of included features.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: This tour requires a substantial amount of walking. Many of the sites are not accessible by wheelchair, and the uneven terrain is not feasible for rollators. Signature Tours reserves the right to refuse individuals who may require special attention beyond what the tour guide and tour host can provide.
TRAVEL INSURANCE: Travel Insurance is not included in the purchase price. For your convenience, we offer travel insurance through Trawick International. Please click here for more information or to enroll in the plan. A preexisting medical condition waiver is available if purchased within 21 days of registration.
The Bus can take up to 52 pax max. But with limited luggage space 48 pax are already challenging. It is possible but implies more LUGGAGE TETRIS for the driver.