Visit Oxford, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwick, Cotswolds. Discover over a thousand years of history at one of England’s most beautiful medieval castles before visiting the birthplace of William Shakespeare in the picturesque town of Stratford-upon-Avon. Finally, head off to explore the historic city of Oxford on a walking tour of the city with your expert guide.
Immerse yourself in 1,100 years of history at one of England's most beautiful medieval castles before visiting the birthplace of William Shakespeare in the picturesque town of Stratford-upon-Avon. Take a trip through the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, the largest designated Area of Natural Beauty in the UK, and drive past idyllic cottages as you head off to explore the historical city of Oxford - home of the world-famous University of Oxford and some of the most elegant period architecture in the UK.
Stratford-upon-Avon
This ancient market town is perhaps most famous for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare, widely regarded to be the greatest writer in English literature and the world's greatest-ever dramatist.
The Cotswolds
Covering almost 800 square miles and no fewer than five English counties, the Cotswolds are the single largest designated Area of Natural Beauty in the UK. Get your cameras at ready as we drive through quintessentially English villages in one of the most picturesque areas of England.
Oxford
Wander through the cobbled streets on a walking tour of the city with our expert tour guide, who will bring the charm and history of this fantastic, ancient city to life. 'The City of Dreaming Spires' is renowned for its distinctive architecture, and holds the unique accolade of having examples of every architectural period going as far back as Saxon times. See sights including Bridge of Sighs, Trinity College, the Ashmolean Museum, and The Sheldonian Theatre.
Tour:visit the town of Warwick, visit to Stratford-upon-Avon, a walking tour of Oxford, and a drive through the Cotswolds
Tour + Tickets:entry to Warwick Castle, entry to Shakespeare's Birthplace, a walking tour of Oxford, and a drive through the Cotswolds.
Languages
Audioguide is available in German, Spanish, South Korean, Chinese and Japanese
First, we head straight for Stonehenge, the most popular prehistoric monument in the world. Come and marvel at the huge 40-ton Sarsens and the volcanic blue stones that were brought from the Preseli Mountains over 280 miles away. Discover the mysteries that surround the slaughter stone and see the numerous earth barrows where the beaker people lie buried before heading through the Salisbury plains towards Bath.
Bath, a world heritage site, is a beautiful Georgian city with delightful crescents, terraces and architecture. There will be plenty of time to shop and explore before we enjoy a drive through the Cotswolds. As we head north to Stratford, we drive through the heart of the Cotswolds, taking in breathtaking views of open countryside criss-crossed by dry stone walls and bustling market towns with magnificent perpendicular churches.
Then it's on to Stratford-upon-Avon, Birthplace of William Shakespeare, the greatest writer in the English language, and home to the Royal Shakespeare Company. Stratford is a charming market town set in the heart of rural England. A delightful river winds its way through the town, past the beautiful Holy Trinity church, where Shakespeare lies buried. Our tour includes an exclusive visit to Shakespeare's birthplace before we enjoy Champagne and Strawberry scones, served in his picturesque garden.
Shakespeare's Schoolroom was built in the 15th century. Young William was taught in this very room in the 1570s. It is where he wrote his first works. If you select the option with Shakespeare's School ticket, it includes a private and exclusive tour. We will also include a school lesson! Get a taste of what it was like to be a student at Tudor School with Master Thomas Jenkins, William Shakespeare's teacher.
Options
Tour with Stonehenge and Shakespeare's Schoolroom ticket
