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9 to 11 Hours

Availability : Daily, except 24-26 Dec

Stratford-Upon-Avon Private Tour Day Trip from London Details

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 do this.

Pricing:
£1470 for 2 people + £80 per extra person

Available for groups of all sizes.

This tour is fully customisable to your interests, of course!

Languages – You can enjoy your Stratford-upon-Avon private tour in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Chinese Mandarin or Dutch daily. For other languages, please enquire.

More options:

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.

Departure & Return Location

Your downtown central London hotel or apartment. Airport and cruise terminal pickups are also available for an additional fee – please enquire.

Departure Time

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.

Price Includes

Private Air-Conditioned Mercedes V-Class/Vito Vehicle
Official Licensed London Blue Badge Tourist Guide
Bottled Water
Entrance Fees to major sights
All applicable taxes and fees

Price Excludes

Lunch
Gratuities

Itinerary

MorningMeet and Travel to Stratford-upon-Avon

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.

MorningEnglish Countryside Village

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.

MorningHead to Stratford-upon-Avon

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.

Early AfternoonArrival in Stratford-upon-Avon

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.

LunchLunchtime

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!

AfternoonMore Stratford-upon-Avon or Oxford

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.

Late AfternoonReturn to London

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.