England & Scotland Christian Heritage Tour

May 28 - Jun 6, 2027

10 days & 9 Nights

Following the Legacy of C.S. Lewis, the Reformers, and Great Christian Thinkers

A collaboration of AMT Tours & Christian Heritage London

Embark on an inspiring journey through the Christian heritage of England and Scotland, exploring the historic cities of Oxford, Cambridge, London, York, Edinburgh, and St. Andrews.

Follow in the footsteps of C.S. Lewis as you visit Magdalen College, The Kilns, and Holy Trinity Church. In Oxford, explore the Martyrs' Memorial and the renowned Bodleian Library, where faith and scholarship have intersected for centuries.

Discover London's rich Christian legacy through the lives of William Wilberforce, George Whitefield, Charles Spurgeon, William Tyndale, John Bunyan, John Wycliffe, John and Charles Wesley, Elizabeth Fry, Lord Shaftesbury, and John Newton. Enjoy a guided heritage tour, a cruise on the River Thames, views from the London Eye, and an unforgettable performance of Les Misérables.

In Cambridge, experience the influence of Christian scholarship and enjoy a scenic punt along the River Cam. Explore medieval York and worship at the magnificent York Minster before continuing into Scotland.

In Edinburgh, walk the Royal Mile, visit Edinburgh Castle, learn about the Scottish Reformation, and be inspired by the faith of Eric Liddell. Conclude in St. Andrews, where you'll visit the ruins of St. Andrews Abbey and Cathedral and reflect on centuries of Christian witness.

Along the way, enjoy warm British hospitality, meaningful fellowship, worship opportunities, and spiritual renewal. More than a vacation, this is a faith journey connecting history, literature, and Christian heritage across some of the United Kingdom's most treasured sites.

Itinerary

  1. Trip Details

  2. Fri, May 28: London

  3. Sat, May 29: London & Oxford

  4. Sun, May 30: London

  5. Mon, May 31: London

  6. Tue, Jun 1: London & Cambridge

  7. Wed, Jun 2: Cambridge

  8. Thu, Jun 3: Cambridge & York

  9. Fri, Jun 4: York & Edinburgh

  10. Sat, Jun 5: Edinburgh

  11. Sun, Jun 6: Edinburgh

Full Itinerary

  • What's Included - $5,500 per person/double occupancy

    🏨 9 Nights Hotel Accommodations in carefully selected hotels throughout the journey

    ✈️ Airport Transfers upon arrival and departure

    🚌 Private Motor Coach and Train Transportation throughout the tour

    👨‍🏫 Professional Tour Guides accompanying the group at key sites and attractions, providing expert historical, cultural, and Christian heritage interpretation throughout the journey

    💁 All Gratuities Included for guides, drivers, and hotel staff

    🍳 Daily Hot Breakfast at each hotel

    🎟️ All Entrance Fees Included for sites and attractions outlined in the itinerary including Le Misérables performance

    📖 Christian Heritage Experiences featuring guided visits to significant locations connected to influential Christian leaders, authors, reformers, and missionaries who helped shape the faith in England and Scotland

  • Not Included

    ✈️ International Airfare to and from the United States

    🛡️ Travel Protection & Trip Interruption Insurance (strongly recommended)

    🍽️ Lunches and Dinners even though listed in the itinerary

    💵 Gratuities for Restaurant Staff during included or independent meals

    🧳 Porterage/Baggage Handling at hotels, airports, and train stations (if applicable)

  • Tour Cost & Payment Schedule

    Occupancy Type

    Cost Per Person

    Double Occupancy

    $5,500

    Single Occupancy

    $7,300 ($5,500 + $1,800 single supplement)

    All prices are per person and based on the tour itinerary and inclusions outlined in this site. Space is limited and reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

    📅 Payment Schedule

    💳 Deposit Due: $1,800 per person by December 1, 2026

    ✅ Deposit Fully Refundable Through: February 1, 2027

    💰 Final Payment Due: March 1, 2027

    ✈️ Cancellation Policy

    🔄 Reservations may be canceled through February 1, 2027, with a full refund of the deposit.

    📌 After February 1, 2027, the deposit becomes non-refundable

    Minimum Participation Requirement: This tour requires a minimum of 20 participants. If the minimum is not met, the tour may be canceled and all payments made directly to AMT Tours will be refunded in full. Airfare and other travel arrangements purchased independently are the responsibility of the traveler and are not reimbursable by AMT Tours. We recommend reviewing airline fare rules carefully before purchasing tickets.

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    To Pay Deposits & Other Payments by Check

    Mail a check to the address below. Please include the name and email address of every passenger and make the check payable to A Magical Traveler, LLC.   You can also mail subsequent payments to avoid 3% charge added to electronic payments.

    AMT Tours, LLC

    5411 Dishner Valley Road 

    Bristol, VA 24202

  • Worship at All Souls Langham Place, London

    Experience worship at one of London's most influential evangelical churches, All Souls Langham Place, located near the prestigious BBC headquarters. Known for its commitment to biblical teaching, vibrant congregational worship, and global mission outreach, All Souls has been a beacon of Christian faith in the heart of the city for generations. As we join believers from around the world in worship, we will gain a firsthand glimpse of a thriving church dedicated to reaching London and the nations with the message of Jesus Christ.

  • Tour Directors & Guides

    Saul & Johnna Hernandez

    Tour Directors & Owners, AMT Tours

    Johnna Hernandez is a lifelong travel enthusiast and the co-owner of AMT Tours. A History major by education, she founded the agency in 2018 with a passion for helping others experience the world's most inspiring destinations. Johnna loves working with travelers to create meaningful journeys and unforgettable memories, whether exploring biblical sites, historic landmarks, or breathtaking natural wonders.

    Saul Hernandez serves as co-owner and tour director alongside Johnna. An IT executive by profession and an Elder and Bible teacher at Celebration Church, Saul enjoys turning complex travel logistics into seamless, worry-free experiences for travelers. His attention to detail and commitment to service help ensure each tour is thoughtfully planned and expertly executed.

    Together, Saul and Johnna have led groups throughout Israel, Greece, Italy, and Ireland, sharing their love of travel, history, faith, and culture with travelers from across the United States. They are supported by an exceptional team and trusted travel partners around the world who help make each journey both enriching and memorable.

    Saul and Johnna reside in Bristol, Virginia, where they continue to help travelers experience the destinations they have come to know and love. Their goal is simple: to provide journeys that are well planned, deeply meaningful, and filled with lifelong memories.

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    Ilona Greyling

    Tour Director & Guide

    Directs National and International tours and Oxford and Cambridge walks. Studied at the Durban University of Technology. Worships at All Souls Langham Place.

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    Ben Virgo

    Tour Director & Guide

    Directs London walks and tours, social media and the podcast. Studied Classics at University College London. Leads Victoria Park Community Church.

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  • Heroes of the Faith

    Throughout this journey across England and Scotland, you will encounter the lives and legacies of remarkable men and women whose faith shaped nations, transformed communities, and spread the Gospel far beyond their own generation. From reformers and evangelists to authors, hymn writers, social reformers, and missionaries, their stories reveal how God has worked through ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things. As you walk the streets they knew and visit the places where they lived, preached, wrote, and served, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the rich Christian heritage that continues to influence believers around the world today.

    C.S. Lewis (1898-1963)

    Clive Staples Lewis, scholar, author, and Christian apologist, became one of the most influential defenders of the faith in the twentieth century. Through works such as Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, and The Chronicles of Narnia, he communicated profound Christian truths in clear and engaging ways. Lewis helped countless skeptics and seekers understand the reasonableness of Christian belief. His writings continue to inspire Christians throughout Europe and around the world.

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    John Newton (1725-1807)

    John Newton was a former slave trader whose dramatic conversion to Christianity transformed his life and ministry. After becoming an Anglican minister, he preached God's grace and forgiveness while encouraging efforts to end the slave trade. He is best known for writing the beloved hymn Amazing Grace, a testimony to God's redeeming love. Newton's life remains a powerful example of repentance, redemption, and spiritual renewal.

    William Wilberforce (1759-1833)

    William Wilberforce was a British parliamentarian whose deep Christian faith inspired him to pursue social reform and justice. Best known for leading the movement to abolish the transatlantic slave trade, he viewed his political work as a calling from God. Through the Clapham Sect, a group of evangelical Anglicans, he promoted Bible distribution, missionary efforts, and moral renewal throughout Britain. His example demonstrated how Christian faith could transform society and advance the Gospel through public service.

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    George Whitefield (1714-1770)

    George Whitefield was one of the most influential evangelists of the Great Awakening. Renowned for his powerful outdoor preaching, he traveled extensively throughout Britain and the American colonies, calling people to personal conversion and faith in Christ. His passionate proclamation of the Gospel reached thousands who rarely attended church. Whitefield's ministry helped spark evangelical revival movements that spread across the English-speaking world.

    Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892)

    Known as the "Prince of Preachers," Charles Spurgeon pastored London's Metropolitan Tabernacle and became one of the most widely heard Christian voices of the nineteenth century. His sermons, published around the world, emphasized salvation through Jesus Christ and the authority of Scripture. Spurgeon also founded orphanages, a pastors' college, and numerous charitable ministries. His preaching and writings continue to influence Christians globally.

    William Tyndale (1494-1536)

    William Tyndale was a scholar and reformer whose translation of the Bible into English transformed Christian life in England. Believing that ordinary people should have access to God's Word, he translated Scripture from the original Hebrew and Greek texts. Despite fierce opposition, his work laid the foundation for later English Bibles, including the King James Version. Tyndale's commitment to making Scripture accessible helped spread the Gospel throughout England and beyond.

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    John Bunyan (1628-1688)

    John Bunyan was a Puritan preacher and author best known for writing The Pilgrim's Progress, one of the most influential Christian books ever published. Written during his imprisonment for preaching without government approval, the book presents the Christian life as a pilgrimage toward heaven. Bunyan's vivid storytelling made biblical truths accessible to ordinary readers. His writings have inspired generations of believers across Europe and around the world.

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    John Wycliffe (c. 1328-1384)

    Often called the "Morning Star of the Reformation," John Wycliffe challenged church corruption and emphasized the authority of Scripture. He promoted the translation of the Bible into English so that people could read God's Word for themselves. His teachings influenced later reformers throughout Europe and inspired the Lollard movement in England. Wycliffe helped lay the groundwork for the Protestant Reformation that would follow.

    John Wesley (1703-1791)

    John Wesley, founder of the Methodist movement, sought to renew spiritual life within the Church of England. Through open-air preaching, discipleship groups, and extensive travel, he reached thousands of people who had little connection to the church. Wesley emphasized personal holiness, social compassion, and a living faith in Christ. His movement expanded across Britain, Europe, and eventually the entire world.

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    Charles Wesley (1707-1788)

    Charles Wesley was an evangelist and prolific hymn writer whose songs helped spread Christian doctrine and devotion. He authored more than 6,000 hymns, including classics such as Hark! The Herald Angels Sing and And Can It Be. His hymns taught biblical truths in memorable and accessible ways, strengthening the spiritual life of countless believers. Together with his brother John, he played a vital role in the Methodist revival.

    Elizabeth Fry (1780-1845)

    Elizabeth Fry was a Christian reformer whose faith motivated her work among prisoners, the poor, and the marginalized. She brought dignity, education, and spiritual care to prison populations, advocating for humane treatment and rehabilitation. Fry believed that every person was created in God's image and worthy of compassion. Her ministry demonstrated the transforming power of Christian service and inspired reforms throughout Europe.

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    Lord Shaftesbury (1801-1885)

    Anthony Ashley-Cooper, the Seventh Earl of Shaftesbury, dedicated his life to improving the conditions of the poor, factory workers, and children during the Industrial Revolution. Motivated by evangelical Christianity, he championed laws protecting vulnerable people from exploitation. He also supported missionary organizations, Sunday schools, and Bible societies. His work reflected the practical outworking of the Gospel in society.

    Eric Liddell (1902-1945)

    Eric Liddell was a Scottish Olympian, missionary, and devoted follower of Christ whose life inspired the film Chariots of Fire. Refusing to compromise his faith, he famously declined to run an Olympic race scheduled on a Sunday. After his athletic success, he returned to China as a missionary, serving communities with humility and compassion. Liddell's unwavering commitment to Christ continues to inspire believers to live faithfully and courageously.

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  • Frequently Asked Questions

    What airports should I fly into and out of?

    This tour begins in London, England and concludes in Edinburgh, Scotland.

    • Arrival: Fly into London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
    • Departure: You may fly home directly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) or return to London and depart from one of London's airports.

    Flying home from Edinburgh is the most convenient option and allows you to avoid traveling back to London at the end of the tour. However, open-jaw flights (arriving in one city and departing from another) are not always the most cost-effective. We recommend comparing both options and weighing the trade-offs between cost, convenience, and travel time. We will be happy to assist you with evaluating flight options.

    Is airfare included in the tour price?

    No. International airfare is not included unless specifically noted in the tour brochure. This gives travelers the flexibility to use airline miles, select their preferred airlines, or extend their stay before or after the tour.

    Can AMT Tours help me find flights?

    Absolutely! We are happy to provide guidance and help you evaluate flight options that best fit the tour schedule.

    What happens If the minimum number of participants is not met?

    This tour requires a minimum of 20 participants to operate. If the minimum number of travelers is not reached by the designated decision date, AMT Tours reserves the right to cancel the tour. Should the tour be canceled due to insufficient participation, all payments made directly to AMT Tours will be refunded in full. Travelers are responsible for any airfare, travel insurance, hotel accommodations, or other travel arrangements purchased independently. We encourage travelers to review supplier cancellation policies carefully and consider travel insurance to protect against unforeseen circumstances.

    Is travel insurance recommended?

    Yes. We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance to protect your investment and provide coverage for trip cancellations, medical emergencies, baggage delays, and other unforeseen circumstances.

    Can I extend my stay before or after the tour?

    Yes! Many travelers choose to arrive early in London or remain in Scotland after the tour concludes. We would be happy to discuss options and provide recommendations.

    How much walking should I expect?

    This tour includes daily walking on city streets, historic sites, churches, museums, and other attractions. Participants should be able to walk moderate distances, stand for extended periods, and navigate stairs and uneven surfaces.

    What weather can I expect?

    Late May and early June generally offer mild and pleasant weather in both England and Scotland. Temperatures typically range from the upper 50s to low 70s °F. We recommend dressing in layers and bringing a light rain jacket, as weather conditions can change quickly.

    What should I pack?

    Comfortable walking shoes are essential. We also recommend packing:

    • Layers for changing temperatures
    • Light rain jacket or umbrella
    • Electrical plug adapter for UK outlets
    • Prescription medications
    • Small day bag for daily excursions

    What currency is used?

    The United Kingdom uses the British Pound Sterling (£). Credit cards are widely accepted throughout England and Scotland, and many travelers find they need very little cash.

    Do I need a passport?

    Yes. All travelers must have a valid passport that remains valid for at least six months beyond their travel dates. It is the traveler's responsibility to obtain and maintain proper travel documentation.

    Will I have free time?

    Yes. While the itinerary includes numerous guided visits and group activities, there will be opportunities for personal exploration, shopping, dining, and relaxation.

    Are meals included?

    Typically, a full English breakfast is included daily.

    Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?

    Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice. Please notify us as early as possible so we can work with hotels and restaurants on your behalf.

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