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London and Plymouth - Thanksgiving Weekend in the UK

Eat Thanksgiving Dinner in Plymouth, UK, the port from where the Pilgrims departed on their historic journey to the New World in 1620.

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Nov 27 2024 - Dec 1 2024

Nov 27 2024 - Dec 1 2024

    On this Thanksgiving Weekend trip, not only will you visit the seaside city of Plymouth with its historic waterfront and monument to the departure of the Pilgrims this Thanksgiving, but you will also be treated to a city weekend in London. This trip also gives you the chance to visit both Stonehenge and Windsor Castle, while also offering you enough free time to get in a night at the theatre, visit one of London's many museums or snap photos of Big Ben, Trafalgar Square and the London Eye.

Thanksgiving only comes once a year. Don’t miss your chance to visit Plymouth and London with Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation!

Estimated Itinerary

Wednesday: Check in

    After settling into your seat, you will lean back and relax while your comfortable coach whisks you away to Plymouth, the place from where the Pilgrim Fathers departed England for America on the Mayflower. Don’t forget the essentials for your overnight ride. Blankets, pillows, power banks, snacks and drinks will all help make your journey to Plymouth more enjoyable.

Thanksgiving Day: Plymouth and Thanksgiving Dinner

    After arriving in Plymouth this afternoon and checking into your hotel, you will have time to visit the Mayflower Steps before Thanksgiving Dinner. Along with the Mayflower Museum, Plymouth’s barbican and waterfront are home to the National Marine Museum, the Royal Citadel, the Elizabethan Gardens and the Plymouth Gin Distillery. Your evening will be completed with a group Thanksgiving Dinner.

Friday: Stonehenge and London

    On your way to London, you will have the opportunity to visit one of the world's oldest and most mysterious monuments, Stonehenge. Steeped in myth and legend, this pre-historic monument is believed to be over 4000 years old and is featured in the ancient British folklore and the Arthurian legends. Once you are checked into your hotel in London, you will be free to enjoy London’s nightlife, an evening at the theatre and sightseeing.

Saturday: Free time or Windsor Castle*

    A city tour of London this morning will introduce you to London’s most famous landmarks and locations. In the afternoon, you can continue to Windsor Castle*, originally built by William the Conquerer and now the preferred weekend residence of Queen Elizabeth herself. Whether you choose to remain in London for the afternoon, or visit the royal residence, you will enjoy your day in the capital city of the United Kingdom.

Sunday: Return to Kaiserslautern

    After breakfast you will board your bus for return to Kaiserslautern. After your afternoon crossing of the English Channel, you should arrive in Kaiserslautern this evening.

* Optional excursion at additional fee paid directly to tour manager

Cost

Price, on or prior to Friday, September 20:

  • Adults: $799 per person
  • Single Occupancy: $1049
  • Price, on or after Saturday, September 21
  • Adults: $899 per person
  • Single Occupancy: $1149
  • Children 3-11 sharing family or adjoining rooms with 2 adults: $729 p.c.
  • Children under 3 on existing bedding: $229
  • Children under 12 will be accommodated in either a triple room for two adults and one child or in unconnected neighboring double hotel rooms for families with multiple children.
  • Infant price does not apply in triple rooms.

Deadlines and Discounts:

  • Early bird discount expires on Friday Sept 20
  • Empty hotel rooms will be cancelled on Friday, October 25
  • Registrations on or after Saturday, October 26 are subject to hotel room availability. Price supplements may apply.

Trip Includes:

  • Round trip bus transportation
  • 3 nights lodging in a four-star hotel with daily breakfast
    • 1 overnight at Crowne Plaza Plymouth**** or equivalent with breakfast
    • 2 overnights at Crowne Plaza Kingscross London**** or equivalent with daily breakfast
  • 3 course Thanksgiving Dinner
  • Admission to Stonehenge
  • Guided tour of London

*Optional Excursion, not included in trip price, paid on site to tour manager:

  • Entry to Windsor Castle: £55
Registration Information

What to Bring:

  • Comfortable, weather appropriate shoes and clothing
  • Credit/Debit card or British Pounds
  • Military ID and Passport

Departure: 6 p.m.

Return: Sunday Evening

Registration Information

All reservations must be made through Army Outdoor Recreation. Sign up today by contacting:

Army Outdoor Recreation, Kaiserslautern Community Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2905

Cancellation Policy:

  • 10% cancellation fee for all cancellations made on or prior to Friday, October 25
  • 40% cancellation fee for all cancellations made on or after Saturday, October 26
  • 60% cancellation fee for all cancellations made on or after Tuesday, November 12
  • 100% cancellation fee for all cancellations made on or after Tuesday, November 19
  • In the event that a customer cancellation results in a fee charged to Outdoor Recreation, regardless of the date of or reason for that cancellation, the total sum of those fees will be passed along to the customer.