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This incredible day trip starts in central London and takes you to Stratford-upon-Avon, the home of William Shakespeare himself. We can also make a stop in The Cotswolds (an area of outstanding natural beauty) and the university town of Oxford. Scroll down for a detailed itinerary.
Tours of Stratford-upon-Avon require a manual reservation as availability is very limited – contact us to book.
Pricing:
Stratford-upon-Avon Only + Cotswolds Stop (9 Hours):
£1530 for 2 people + £80 per extra person.
Stratford-upon-Avon + Cotswolds Stop + Oxford (11 Hours):
£1750 for 2 people + £90 per extra person.
This tour is fully customisable to your interests, of course!
Your downtown central London hotel or apartment. Airport and cruise terminal pickups are also available for an additional fee – please enquire.
As this is an 9 to 11-hour day, this tour from London to Stratford-upon-Avon typically begins around 8:00 am, but are flexible.
Meet your guide at your central London hotel, apartment or other location. Relax and enjoy the English Countryside in our comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes vehicles as you hear about the countryside and its evolution and enjoy the scenery.
Depending on your preferences, on the way to Stratford we can make a stop at an authentic, traditional market town or village in the English Countryside. Enjoy commentary from your guide and grab some fantastic photos before we continue towards Stratford.
Make the short trip to the city of Stratford-upon-Avon. Along the way, you’ll be entertained by your guide as they get to know your interests to make your private tour of Stratford-upon-Avon extra special.
Arrive in Stratford-upon-Avon, the world-famous market town. Enjoy a walking (or driving) tour of the town centre and see the local high street, the River Avon, and the Royal Shakespeare Company theatres. Plus, you’ll visit Holy Trinity Church to see the final resting place of The Bard.
After paying homage to the great man, it’s time to see some of the many locations associated with William Shakespeare. This may include Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Shakespeare’s New Place, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and Gardens, Mary Arden’s Farm and/or Hall’s Croft.
Please note guiding is not permitted inside any of the sights at Stratford-upon-Avon, so the guide will give you information before you step inside.
Stop for a tasty lunch with suggestions from your tour guide. Choose a historic pub, sit-down restaurant, a food market if available, or something simpler – it’s up to you!
In the afternoon, depending on which tour option you have selected you’ll either explore more Shakespeare sights in Stratford, or continue onto Oxford in your private vehicle.
In Oxford, you’ll learn about the unique college education system, and enjoy a walking tour or driving tour of the city.
After an exciting day, enjoy the comfort of your private vehicle as you head back to central London and are dropped off at your apartment or hotel.
Yes. Reserve your place on any of our tours with a 25% deposit when booking two months (or more) in advance. Book through our website or send us an email. The remainder is due a month before your tour, with a reminder sent to your inbox. Our online system accepts Visa and Mastercard; please contact us for Amex payments.
Yes. All of our tours are private tours, reserved just for you and your companions.
Yes. We use licensed Blue Badge Tourist Guides for every tour – the gold standard in UK guiding – awarded after two years of rigorous preparation. You can expect a first-class experience.
Please note that even our Blue Badge tour guides cannot guide inside the Shakespeare properties.
Yes. We can combine Stratford-upon-Avon with other locations such as The Cotswolds or the Oxford.
Can I have a Stratford-upon-Avon private tour starting from Heathrow, other airports or cruise ports? Yes, this day trip to Stratford (and optionally Oxford) is also available from one of the London airports or cruise ports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Southampton, Tilbury or Portsmouth. Let us know and we can give you custom pricing.
Contact us to book these or other options.
This policy ensures our guides are paid fairly when bookings are cancelled. Departure times are listed in local London time – if you are unsure, please contact us. We strongly recommend taking out full travel insurance for your trip.
Enjoy this Stratford-upon-Avon private tour day trip from London daily in English, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Chinese Mandarin and Portuguese. Please enquire about other languages.
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