THE ENGLISH REFORMATION
Journey back to the time of Henry VIII and the creation of the Church of England. Learn about William Tyndale and other reformers who worked heroically to translate the Bible into the English language. Enjoy a visit to the medieval city of York and visit the homes of John Wesley and C. S. Lewis. Discover the link between Shakespeare and the King James Bible as you explore the town of Stratford Upon Avon.
Highlights from Mariners Church summer 2024 trip
TOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1: DEPART FOR ENGLAND
Depart from the US on your overnight flight to London, England.
DAY 2: ARRIVAL IN LONDON
Upon arrival in London, you will visit Hampton Court Palace before settling into your hotel.
DAY 3: LONDON
Tour Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London.
DAY 4: LONDON
Visit the John Wesley House and Museum, Bunhill Fields Cemetery, the British Library Treasury Room, and the British Museum. Enjoy the afternoon free at your leisure.
DAY 5: OXFORD
Enjoy a walking tour of Oxford, visiting the University Colleges (including Christ Church College), the Martyrs’ memorial, and the Kilns (C.S. Lewis house).
DAY 6: STRATFORD UPON AVON
Tour Shakespeare’s house and his grave at the Holy Trinity Church.
DAY 7: YORK
Enjoy a city tour of York, including the city walls and York Minster.
DAY 8: BEDFORD
Visit the John Bunyan Museum.
DAY 9: CAMBRIDGE
Take a walking tour of the University Colleges.
DAY 10: DEPART FOR USA
Transfer to the London airport for your flight home.
OPTIONAL SCOTLAND EXTENSION
DAY 10: EDINBURGH
Fly to Edinburgh and enjoy a city tour, of the John Knox House, St. Giles Cathedral, and John Knox’s grave site.
DAY 11: ST. ANDREW & STIRLING
Take a day trip to St. Andrews, visiting the Cathedral, Castle, and St. Andrews University. Continue on to Stirling Castle and the Church of Holy Rude.
DAY 12: EDINBURGH
Tour the Holyrood Palace and Edinburgh Castle. Enjoy the afternoon free at your leisure.
DAY 1 3: DEPART FOR USA
Transfer to the Edinburgh airport for your flight home.