MAY 3-6, 2019
OCTOBER 4-7, 2019
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Equestrian Statue of Queen Elizabeth II in Windsor Great Park Cumberland Lodge
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WELCOME
An introduction to...
CUMBERLAND LODGE Originally built by one of Oliver Cromwell’s officers after the English Civil War, Cumberland Lodge sits in a beautiful, secluded setting at the heart of Windsor Great Park. It was to become a Royal Residence and has also seen other notable residents such as John and Sarah Churchill, first Duke and Duchess of Marlborough, who were far fonder of it than they were of Blenheim Palace; and William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland who gave it its current name. From the mid-nineteenth century it was home to Princess Helena, third daughter of Queen Victoria, and her husband Prince Christian of Schleswig-Holstein. In the twentieth century it was to play an important role in the constitutional crisis that led to the abdication of King Edward VIII.
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TOUR INTRODUCTION
One never forgets their first visit to Windsor. For myself, it came at the age of 17, as a young, yet passionate enthusiast of British history. I remember well that first train journey to Windsor and seeing the imposing castle rising above the landscape. That first visit and the many years that have followed, have opened my eyes to the great history as well as to the estate community, not just in the castle itself, but in glorious Windsor Great Park — filled with so many treasures. For many of us, the idea of a country house weekend brings to mind the delights of gathering with other unique individuals for lively conversation regarding shared interests, fine food, and memorable, curated activities. That is exactly what we have created here: a very special weekend going behind-the-scenes of Windsor Castle and Windsor Great Park. We will hear from the very people that make Windsor so special, enjoy unprecedented access to the estate and castle, hear from experts on Windsor and royal history past and present – all while staying in the beautiful surroundings of Cumberland Lodge, a private retreat and former royal residence, built in 1652. I do hope you will join us for this most-memorable country house weekend, the epitome of experience-based-travel. ANDREW L ANNERD TRANSCEND ENT TRAVEL
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Friday
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Afternoon arrivals to Cumberland Lodge A former royal residence, home of the Duke of Cumberland and built in 1652. The Lodge is easily accessible via taxi from Heathrow or Windsor. Arrival tea, coffee and biscuits in the Drawing Room at Cumberland Lodge Welcome history tour of Cumberland Lodge Afternoon horse drawn carriage ride thru Windsor Great Park A memorable look around scenic areas of the 5,000 acre estate Early evening drinks reception in the Drawing Room with historic artifact display Reception will include Pol Roger champagne, Sir Winston Churchill’s preferred champagne, which includes historical links to Cumberland Lodge. Also featured will be the opportunity to view and handle unique and historic objects of Royal significance. Memorable candlelit dinner in the Prince Christian Dining Room After dinner lecture by Major David Rankin-Hunt Norfolk Herald Extraordinary, former member of the Royal Household and historical advisor to the NETFLIX series “The Crown” Overnight accommodations at Cumberland Lodge
Enjoy a horse drawn carriage tour of Royal Windsor
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Major David Rankin-Hunt
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Saturday
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Delicious breakfast at Cumberland Lodge
Private guided tour of Windsor Great Park with Mr. Nick Day, Operations Manager of Windsor Great Park. Will include private areas not normally open to the public. This behind-the-scenes tour will include unique visits and tales of Windsor’s great history, past and present. Private tour of the Windsor Great Park Vineyard Vineyards were first planted in Windsor during the time of Henry II. Fast forward to the reign of Queen Elizabeth II and there is a new vineyard in Windsor Great Park which revives an ancient tradition. Gourmet picnic lunch in the Windsor Great Park Vineyard paired with Windsor wines A most-exclusive chance to see the vineyard, which is not open to the public Late afternoon reception in the cloisters of St. George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle A visit to Windsor Castle and St George’s Chapel, where we will be met by the Governor and Constable of Windsor Castle, Admiral Sir James Perowne Will include special access to areas of the castle and the chapel not normally open to the public Tour of areas of Windsor Castle not normally open to the public A most-memorable experience Candlelit dinner at Cumberland Lodge Overnight accommodations at Cumberland Lodge
Glorious St. George’s Chapel
Windsor Great Park Vineyard
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Sunday
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Breakfast at Cumberland Lodge
Sunday morning service at The Royal Chapel of All Saints, Windsor Great Park Luncheon at Cumberland Lodge
Relaxation time at Cumberland Lodge Visit to the Windsor Farm Shop Featuring products sourced on the royal estate Private tour of The Savill Garden with the Keeper of the Gardens, including drinks in the Rose Garden Opportunity to see this spectacular Royal Garden in the company of the team who selected the flowers for the wedding of TRH the Duke & Duchess of Sussex. Very special farewell dinner at Cumberland Lodge A unique dinner this evening with a Windsor-sourced menu After-dinner lecture by renowned historian and author Hugo Vickers Overnight accommodations at Cumberland Lodge
Relaxing Cumberland Lodge
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The Royal Chapel of All Saints, Windsor Great Park
Hugo Vickers
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Monday
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Breakfast at Cumberland Lodge
Departures from Cumberland Lodge after breakfast
Beautiful Cumberland Lodge
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Details
TERMS & CONDITIONS
This is a land-only package, airfare to and from the United Kingdom is NOT included. Space is limited. Due to the exclusivity of this weekend, it is limited to 15 guests. All confirmed guests will be required to submit information for a security background check. The successful completion of this background check is required to participate in the tour. As Windsor Castle is a working Royal palace, the itinerary may be subject to change based on the needs of the Royal Household. I NCLU SIO NS: • 3 nights of accommodations at Cumberland Lodge, a former royal residence • 8 meals • Wine with evening meals • All entry fees, guides, and special guest speakers • Transportation during tour SPECI AL EX TRA S INCLUD E D I N YOUR ITINERA RY: • Curator/expert led tours at various times • Wine included with all group dinners • Snacks at various points throughout the tour • Welcome goodie bag with various gifts/niceties EXCLUSIO NS: • Airfare • Transportation to/from Cumberland Lodge • Mixed drinks or laundry fees PASSPO RTS: Every tour member must have a valid passport that will be in effect for at least six months after the date of the conclusion of the tour. I M PORTA NT NO TES: Space is extremely limited on this tour, and because of the exclusivity of the included events, we are unable to add participants once the maximum has been reached. Should you wish to add extra nights in Windsor prior to or at the conclusion of the tour, please specify when making your booking. If available, we will be happy to make those arrangements with a Windsor-based hotel.
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$2,895 USD per person based on double occupancy
$3,395 USD single occupancy rate | limited availability
All pricing is based on double occupancy. Upon request, we will make every effort to match a single customer with another party interested in sharing a room. Due to the exclusive nature of the hotels involved, including hotels with a limited number of rooms, we are only available to offer a limited number of single occupancy rates. Those are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at $3,395. PLEASE NOTE: Single rooms in the United Kingdom are often much smaller than double rooms. Paying a single supplement does not guarantee you a full-size double room. We will do our best to accommodate mobility requests and needs. Because of the age of many of the buildings on the itinerary, there will not be an elevator at every stop nor in every hotel. Each day will involve a good deal of walking, and ability to maneuver steps. Please make us aware of any special needs when booking. At the time of booking please inform us of any special dietary requests (vegetarian, allergies, etc.). As a tour participant, you agree that your image may be used by Transcendent in any way deemed appropriate, but not limited to, publication in newspapers, magazines, and other print media, use in broadcast media, television or video projects, publication via the Internet, and use in marketing materials used by Transcendent. Tour pricing is based on a current exchange rate of $1.30 to the UK pound. Should the exchange rate rise above $1.60 to the pound within 120 days prior to the start of the tour, Transcendent reserves the right to bill each tour participant an additional $500 USD in order to cover the additional expense. PAY M E N T S Transcendent Travel is pleased to offer several payment options. The options will be governed in part by the date you book your tour and the date the tour commences. Please refer to our web site: “transcendent-travel.com” or call us at 1-866-654-7508. Should any payment be in arrears more than one payment period and no payment arrangement entered into,
Transcendent reserves the right to cancel a passenger’s participation in the tour and to retain all payments to-date. F O RM O F PAY M E N T All forms of payment are available at no extra charge. Check or money order: All such payments should be made out to: Transcendent Travel Services, LLC and mailed to:
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Transcendent Travel Services, LLC P.O. Box 3181| New York, NY 10185-3181 Credit/debit card payments may be made by calling 1.866.654.7508 or online at www.transcendent-travel.com. CANCELL ATIO N P O L ICY The following cancellation policies will apply if any person cancels their participation on the tour: • The initial deposit is fully refundable for 29 days after such payment is made; • 50% cancellation fee for the initial deposit/booking applies 30 days after such payment is made; • 50% cancellation fee applies immediately for all payments made subsequent to the initial deposit; and • No cancellations or refunds within 120 days prior to the beginning of the tour. Should world conditions affect the staging of the tour (e.g., natural disasters, war, terrorism), Transcendent reserves the right to schedule the tour to a later date. In the event a tour participant is not willing to reschedule, all deposits and/or tour payments will be returned to such tour participant who has signed up, less any non-refundable expenses actually incurred by Transcendent and a 3% processing fee. Should the original tour director be unable to lead the tour on behalf of Transcendent, Transcendent reserves the right to engage another competent tour director to lead and execute the tour. SU BSTITUTIO NS Up to 120 days prior to the tour, Transcendent recognizes that circumstances occur where it may be necessary to cancel participation in the tour. Substitutions are encouraged so that cancellation fees can be avoided. An additional substitution fee of $400 will apply. All substitutions must take place no later than 120 days prior to the tour, or further charges may apply. I TI NERARY VA RIATIO N Transcendent reserves the right to vary itineraries and/ or destinations and to substitute hotels if circumstances warrant. Venues, attractions and destinations may be adjusted or modified at the sole discretion of the tour planners and Transcendent. Should you miss meeting the start of the tour or any event during the tour duration all financial responsibility to catch up with the tour will fall on the participant. N OT I NCLUDE D IN TO UR P RI C E Those items listed in the exclusions, as well as laundry, valet service, food not included, after-hours tea, coffee, alcoholic beverages or other expenses of a personal nature or any other items not specified on the itinerary are not included in the tour price.
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RE S P O N SI BI L I T Y The responsibility of Transcendent Travel Services, LLC is strictly limited. Transcendent is not liable for delays, losses, changes in routing, hotels, transportation services, and/or sightseeing or accidents incurred by said persons or operators to passengers and baggage from whatsoever cause. Transcendent also reserves the right to change the routing, hotels, and/or sightseeing and any service offered, should local conditions in our opinion warrant; the extra cost, if any, must be paid by the passengers. The right is reserved to refuse any person on this tour. The transportation companies concerned are not responsible for any act or omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their conveyances. This passage contract in use by the carriers concerned when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the carrier(s) and the purchasers of the tour and/or passengers. All additional expenses caused by war, natural disasters, landslides, strikes, weather delays, illness or accidents are the responsibility of the passengers. I N S U RA N C E For a $200 fee per traveler, we are pleased to offer our customers insurance as we travel together. Travel insurance is highly recommended, and may be purchased directly from Transcendent. Insurance via Transcendent covers the following: • Medical Coverage up to $50,000 • Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) $25,000 for Primary & Spouse; $5,000 for Dependent Children • Emergency Medical Evacuation/Repatriation $300,000 • Emergency Medical Reunion $50,000 • Return of Mortal Remains Up to $50,000 The purchase of insurance is optional, but highly recommended. We will be pleased to answer any questions you have about this coverage and will provide you with a copy of the policy. *This policy does not cover participant cancellation. It covers the individual during the duration of the tour. Should you choose NOT to purchase the insurance, any fees or costs incurred by the individual traveler that otherwise would have been covered by insurance are the responsibility of the individual traveler. In addition Transcendent is not liable for any charges not covered by the insurance policy/vendor. All insurance inclusion and exclusion information will be provided to the traveler in advance of travel. ANY QUESTIONS? Contact Transcendent Travel at info@transcendent-travel.com or call toll-free 1.866.654.7508.
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Cumberland Lodge
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