Situated on the River Thames to the west of London, Windsor is a picturesque town that’s famously home to Windsor Castle, an official residence of the British Royal Family. Admire the opulent furnishings, lavish interiors and treasured artworks on a tour of the State Apartments and stroll through the sprawling oasis of the Windsor Great Park, then channel your inner child at the largest Legoland theme park in the world.

Nestled within the picturesque countryside of southwest England, Bath is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed town that’s renowned for its Roman-era hot spring baths and Georgian architecture. Admire the soaring Gothic tower of Bath Abbey and wander along the Royal Crescent that’s lined with beautifully preserved 18th-century houses. Be sure to sample the award-winning Bath Blue cheese and spend an afternoon bathing in the mineral-rich waters of the Thermae Bath Spa.

Serving as the Roman Capital of the Cotswolds, Cirencester is a charming market town that’s centred around a beautiful medieval cathedral. Visit the fine archaeological museum to see the 4th-century mosaic floors that were uncovered at the Roman town of Corinium Dobunnorum and go fishing surrounded by the remains of a 12th-century Augustinian monastery in the Abbey Grounds. Then discover the vintage boutiques and artisan cafes that cluster in historic Black Jack Street.

Hometown of The Beatles, Liverpool is a dynamic port city that sprawls around the UNESCO-listed Pier Head Waterfront. Step inside a recreation of the Cavern Club at The Beatles Story on Albert Dock and soak up the views of Liverpool from the water along the iconic Mersey Ferry. Mingle with the locals during a football match at Anfield or Goodison Park, then discover the city’s legendary nightlife in the pubs and clubs surrounding Concert Square.

Surrounded by glacial-carved mountains and charismatic English villages, Lake Windermere sprawls within the Lake District National Park. Delve into the World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere where she wrote many of her children’s books and hike to the region’s highest peak of Scafell Pike for magnificent views. Travel by historic steam locomotives along the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, then feast on traditional English fare at one of the local village pubs.

Centred around its soaring Gothic cathedral, York is an architecturally stunning city surrounded by 13th-century walls. Discover the local Viking culture in the 1,000-year-old recreated streets of the Jorvik Viking Centre and get lost in the medieval alleyways known as the York snickelways. You can encounter the dark side of York’s history brought to life in the York Dungeon or experience the live music scene at one of the city’s countless watering holes.

Renowned for its prestigious university, Cambridge is an enchantingly beautiful English city that’s packed with outstanding museums. Stroll through the iconic King’s College campus to admire its Gothic chapel and witness the stunning interior of the Trinity College Library that was designed by Sir Christopher Wren. Then enjoy a lazy afternoon punting on the River Cam before mingling with the local students on a pub crawl through the historic streets that surround Market Square.

Sprawling along the banks of the River Thames, London boasts one of the world’s most iconic cityscapes. It’s home to eclectic neighbourhoods, including the multicultural streets of Brixton and the bohemian boutiques of Notting Hill, as well as world-renowned museums like the Tate Modern. Soak up the English sunshine on the expansive lawns of Hyde Park, delve into the markets of Convent Garden and experience the incredible night time vistas from the top of the London Eye.