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Sunday, London D
Private transfer from the Goring Hotel in London to our mooring
at Shillingford Bridge. After a traditional English cream tea
on arrival there is a late afternoon cruise and a chance to settle
in to your comfortable and attractive cabins. The evening commences
with a festive champagne reception followed by dinner and your
first night aboard.
Monday, Oxford BLD
This morning's cruise is through glacier formed hills to our mooring
alongside the 17th century Swan Inn at Pangbourne. After lunch
we visit Oxford - "City of Dreaming Spires". View the
grandest of all Oxford's Colleges, Christchurch, founded by Henry
VIII in 1525 and the setting for the tale of Alice in Wonderland.
This is followed by time for shopping and afternoon tea before
returning to Actief.
Tuesday, Mapledurham Hill BLD
This morning our cruise continues through sylvan countryside (setting
for Kenneth Grahame's "Wind In The Willows") to the
picturesque Mapledurham Estate. Here we privately visit Elizabethan
Mapledurham House, home to descendants of the same family since
1490, and Mapledurham Mill, a 500 year old still working water
mill (famously used during the filming of "The Eagle Has
Landed"). Afterwards our cruise continues until reaching
our overnight stop at Henley-On-Thames.
Wednesday, River & Rowing Museum
BLD
A picturesque early morning cruise brings us to elegant Henley-On-Thames.
This morning we visit the spectacular new and interactive River
and Rowing Museum. No ordinary museum, this is a wonderful chance
to learn something of the secrets, mythology, history and traditions
of the River Thames. After lunch there is time to catch up on
some shopping in this fashionable town, home to the world famous
annual Henley Royal Regatta. A late afternoon cruise takes us
to the picturesque medieval village of Hurley.
Thursday, Ye Olde Bell BLD
A gentle walking tour around Hurley, home of Ye Olde Bell, reputedly
England's oldest Inn founded for visiting monks in 1135, is followed
by a visit to Peter Freebody's traditional boatyard. Peter's family
has been involved in the river for 8oo years! We then cruise to
one of the most stunning reaches on the river at Cliveden and
our private mooring at this magnificent estate, former home of
the Astors. Our tour of the fabulous gardens with breathtaking
views is most memorable.
Friday, Windsor Castle BLD
A delightful morning cruise takes us to our final mooring below
magnificent Windsor Castle. After lunch we visit Eton College,
founded in 1440 and current school to Prince Harry. The museum
of Eton Life gives a fascinating insight into the education of
Britain's premier scions over the centuries. Following this there
is time for you to browse the many shops in Eton and Windsor.
Tonight the Captain hosts his farewell dinner, based on a period
banquet.
Saturday, Windsor/London B
10.00am: Disembark and private transfer to London Heathrow Airport
or the Goring Hotel.
Note: Itinerary operates in reverse on alternate weeks.
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2005 Dates and
Rates
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Value
Season
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Regular
Season
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Apr 10,17,24;
Jul 31;
Aug 7,14,21,28; Oct 30
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May 1,8,15,22,29;
Jun 5,12,19,26;
Jul 3,10,17,24; Sept 4,11,18,25;
Oct 2,9,16,23
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Single
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Twin
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Single
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Twin
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from $3585
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from $2390
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from $4185
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from $2790
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Prices quoted above are for "Twin Cabin".
Other cabin classes exist.
Itineraries are subject to change due to canal/river
conditions and are at the sole discretion of the
captain.
THE 11 PASSENGER ACTIEF was launched in Holland
in 1907 Luxuriously converted to hotel use, Actief's
accomodation is beautifully presented in the style
of an English Country House. The spacious flower
lined sun-deck, and comfortable elegant saloon are
complimented by beautifully decorated cabins. Actief's
Sleeping accommodation comprises three suites -
Astor, Wolsey and Nelson - two twins and a single
cabin. Actief's crew of four are led by the Captain
and include an expert Chef and two Hostesses, all
of whom are totally committed to your enjoyment
of your holiday.
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