Trade Routes of the Middle Ages

  • From $8,999
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  • 15 Days
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  • 10 Guided Tours
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  • 7 Countries

Portsmouth, England

Portsmouth has been a naval port for centuries and is home to such historic vessels as Henry VIII’s Mary Rose and Lord Nelson’s HMS Victory. The only island-city in the United Kingdom, Portsmouth has been settled since before the days of the Roman Empire. It grew into a medieval port town; more recently, this was an embarkation port for the D-Day landings and served as headquarters for Dwight D. Eisenhower. The stunning citadel walls of Napoleonic forts greet ships as they approach through the Solent Strait.

Shore Excursions

Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.

Panoramic Portsmouth

Step back in time as you embark on a scenic drive through the historic city of Portsmouth and its nearby villages.

Included

Highclere Castle & Winchester

Discover timeless grandeur and beauty at two of Southern England’s most historic and picturesque locations.

Privileged Access

Salisbury & Stonehenge

Witness one of England’s great spiritual mysteries and marvel at one of its grandest cathedrals.

Exbury Gardens & Lyndhurst

Delight in the blooms and untouched beauty of two of England’s most celebrated natural preserves.

Beaulieu, National Motor Museum & New Forest

See a vast family estate by a national park, and explore a renowned car and motorcycle museum.

Historic Winchester & Its Glorious Cathedral

Explore the beautiful, historic city of Winchester and visit the magnificent cathedral.

Mystic Stonehenge

View Stonehenge, an ancient stone structure that has captured imaginations for centuries, up close.

Panoramic London

Discover London, a bustling capital in which the historic past and the vibrant present come alive.

Windsor Castle & Eton

See Windsor Castle, the world’s oldest occupied castle and an official residence of His Majesty King Charles III.

Arundel Castle

Visit the historic town of Arundel in the beautiful English countryside and visit its 11th-century castle.

The Mary Rose Museum

Discover the history of the Tudor battleship Mary Rose, from her tragic sinking to her rediscovery and recovery.

Portsmouth & the D-Day Story Museum

Follow in the footsteps of men who led the Allies to victory at the D-Day Story Museum and Portsmouth.

Shore excursions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.