Oxford, Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon Day Trip from London

Travel through the Chiltern Hills and Cotswolds on a day trip to Oxford, Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon. You'll tour Oxford, "City of Dreaming Spires", pass scenic English villages and visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare on this picturesque excursion.

Oxford
Your tour begins with a journey across the Chiltern Hills to Oxford, whose elegant timeworn buildings and courtyards have inspired generations of scholars (including Bill Clinton in the 1970s!). During your walking tour you will see the Bodleian Library and Christ Church College, where Harry Potter scenes were filmed and where Albert Einstein studied.

Stratford-upon-Avon
Next, you'll travel through the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, an area steeped in history and heritage, to Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of the famous playwright William Shakespeare. You can visit Shakespeare's Tudor-era home, with its typical parlor, bedrooms, kitchen and buttery. You'll also see the glove-maker's workshop used by Shakespeare's father. You will have time to explore this charming market town, with its many unusual shops and boutiques.

Before heading back to London, you will enjoy a local "scrumpy tea" (apple scones and cider) and locally produced specialties in the beautiful gardens of Anne Hathaway's Cottage. The picture-postcard half-timbered childhood home of William Shakespeare's wife is set in lovely surroundings and contains a treasure trove of historic domestic artifacts.

Hotel pickup is available, please click on 'View Map' below for full list of hotels included.

Schedule details

Departure Point:

Tour departs from Victoria Coach Station. Hotel pickup available from selected located London hotels.

Departure Time:

8:45am

Return Details:

Concludes at Victoria

Pricing information

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Additional information

Inclusions:

• Hotel pick up
• Transport by air-conditioned coach (maximum 50 people)
• Entrance fees to Anne Hathaway's Cottage
• Walking tour of Oxford
• Guided tour of Christchurch (see where Harry Potter was filmed)
• Enjoy a local "scrumpy tea" (apple scones and cider)
• Blue Badge guide

Exclusions:

• Hotel dropoff
• Optional gratuities
• Food and beverages

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult
• Vehicles are collapsible wheelchair accessible, however the driver is unable to assist passengers boarding and disembarking due to insurance regulations

Local Operator Information:

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