Travel in the company of Rosalind Hutchinson, a perennial favorite among Smithsonian Study Leaders, whose expertise, charm, and humor make her a perfect Christmas companion.
Immerse yourself in the bucolic Hampshire countryside, calling in at Steventon, where Jane Austen was born, The Vyne, a stunning country estate where she attended social events, and the villages that shaped her life and stories.
Visit Chawton House, where Austen wrote three novels and polished others for publication. View original manuscripts, letters, and family memorabilia.
Explore the village of Lacock, a National Trust property of timber and stone buildings that has featured in many film and television productions, including adaptations of Pride and Prejudice and Emma.
Discover Jane Austen landmarks in the lovely cities of Winchester and Bath, including where she lived, socialized, and was finally laid to rest.
Delve into the elegance of the Regency period with several special arrangements, including a meeting with Elizabeth Proudman, Vice President of the local Jane Austen Society.
Celebrate Christmas Day service at Winchester Cathedral, amid sacred choral music, and enjoy traditional afternoon tea, Christmas mince pies, and mulled wine.
Tour the Roman Baths, and view some of the Bath’s most impressive architectural gems, including the Royal Crescent, the Circus, and the Pulteney Bridge.
This expedition visits these World Heritage sites:
