Texas Grand Master's
The Grand Master’s Tour
Offering The Splendors Of Masonic England & Scotland
$4,798.00 From Dallas Fort Worth* September 2-11, 2022 Tour Code: 223130
On September 2, you will depart the U.S. to begin your United Kingdom adventure, landing in the timeless city of London on September 3 to discover the hidden treasures of this city. Fantastic excursions, cultural encounters, preserved historical sites, delicious foods and wonderful shopping make this trip exciting and rewarding. Bring these memories home with you on September 11.
SPACE ON THE TOUR IS LIMITED, SO DON’T DELAY! PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AND $500 DEPOSIT TO EATOURS.COM TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE ON THIS TOUR!
London
September 3-7, 2022
On September 3, you will arrive to England to begin your adventure by exploring Canterbury Cathedral* one of the oldest and most famous Christian structures in England, followed by the Kent Museum of Freemasonry* housed with a rare collection of masonic exhibits. Following your first day of sightseeing you will transfer to your hotel for check-in. As the center of the glorious British Empire for numerous centuries, London has much to offer visitors in the way of entertainment and adventure. Start September 4 by enjoying the splendors of London. Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, shopping at Harrods or visiting one of the many exciting London sites all await you. This afternoon uncover history and culture at the British Museum*. This evening you will enjoy a wonderful Gala dinner* before returning to your hotel. The highlights of September 5 begin with your visit to the United Grand Lodge of England and Temple Church* built by the Knights Templar is always a highlight. Explore London’s iconic castle, the Tower of London* where beefeaters tell historic tales and where you will find the fabulous Crown Jewels. September 6 offers an excursion to the prehistoric monument Stonehenge* followed by afternoon to the charming and charming town of Bath with its historic Roman Baths*. September 7 begins with a morning of discovering the secret underground headquarters of the Churchill War Rooms*. Bid farewell to London as you travel to Edinburgh this afternoon.
Edinburgh
September 7-11, 2022
September 7 takes you to Edinburgh, Scotland, known as the “Prince of Cities”. Upon arrival, you will transfer direct to your hotel for check-in. Begin September 8 with a guided city tour* including Edinburgh Castle*, the historic fortress which dominates the skyline of Edinburgh. This afternoon allows free time to visit Charlotte Square, Princess Street Gardens, St. Giles Cathedral, museums, shopping or to enjoy high tea with wonderful clotted cream. The morning of September 9 offers you an opportunity to enjoy some personal time for shopping and local sightseeing. Your afternoon takes you for appointments at the Grand Lodge of Scotland and Cannongate-Kilwinning Lodge followed by a private evening visit of the 15th-century Rosslyn Chapel* founded on a small hill above Roslin Glen as a Catholic collegiate church. September 10, your final day in glorious Scotland, takes you to the town of Ayr to Celebrate Scotland’s national poet with a visit to the Robert Burns Museum*, followed by lunch* at the Brig o’ Doon House Hotel. Your day will be completed with an appointment at Grand Lodge of Scotland-Kilwinning. On September 11, you return to the United States with fond memories, amazing experiences and perhaps a souvenir or two from your European adventure.
IMPORTANT – PLEASE SEE SPECIAL TOUR CONDITIONS
SPECIAL TOUR CONDITIONS
SPECIAL TOUR CONDITIONS: **The estimated tour price, if payments are made by cash or check, is $4,798.00; otherwise, if paying by credit card, the estimated standard non-discounted price is $4,898.00. If you wish to use a credit card for your initial deposit, you will be allowed to pay the remaining payments by check and still receive the discounted tour price. Trip price is based on double occupancy and includes point-to-point transportation between cities while in England and Scotland, all breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 evening meal. Additionally, *Entrance fees and/or transportation marked with an asterisk are included in the tour price (Canterbury Cathedral, Kent Museum of Freemasonry, Tower of London, Temple Church, Excursion to Stonehenge, Roman Baths, Churchill War Rooms, Edinburgh Castle, Rosslyn Chapel, and Excursion to Robert Burns Museum). Additional items may be offered optionally, are subject to availability and are not included in the tour price. A guaranteed single room may be available for a supplemental charge of $685.00. Included are the estimated applicable governmental international airline ticket taxes, fuel surcharges, security surcharges, and associated fees. If applicable, unforeseen tax increases will be billed on a supplemental invoice. A minimum number of paying participants may be required to operate the tour.
A $500.00 non-refundable (for any reason) application fee / deposit is required to reserve your space on this tour. All tour participants must submit an online application. Please go to “Student/Traveler Sign Up” on the home page at www.EAtours.com. Your tour number is 223130 and must be entered on your inline application. Very specific conditions relating to Covid 19 apply and are listed in the Tour Conditions of the online Participation Agreement and Application at eatours.com. PLEASE NOTE: At the time of the printing of this brochure, the British government mandates that, in order to gain-entry into museums, shops/stores, historic sites, restaurants, etc., proof of full vaccination be shown. As a result of this governmental regulation, in order to participate on this tour, all tour participants are required to be fully vaccinated. In addition, a negative COVID 19 test may be required to be shown within 72 hours of departure for the USA. If the COVID 19 test requirement is still in effect before returning to the USA, the cost of the test is at additional cost and is to be paid directly to the testing location by the tour participant. EA Tours expects to assist with making arrangements for the test but is not responsible for the payment. Currently, the cost for COVID 19 test is approximately $25.00 per person and is a rapid antigen test.
A second payment of $1000.00, for which you will receive an invoice, will be due no later than 30 days from the date that EA Tours receives your initial payment and online application. Final payments are due no later than ninety (90) days before departure.
Updated tour details (hotels, day by day itinerary, flights, etc.) are scheduled to be released approximately four weeks prior to departure. Please note: This is not an officially school sponsored program. Additional tour conditions apply and are listed in the Tour Conditions Section on the Online Application. Applicable items listed above may supersede those listed in the tour conditions section on the online application.
SPACE ON THE TOUR IS LIMITED, SO DON’T DELAY! PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AND $500 DEPOSIT TO EATOURS.COM TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE ON THIS TOUR!