TOUR: 12. Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds and Warwick Castle
The Cotswolds As the tour drives through the Cotswolds, you’ll see quintessential English countryside from the coach. Rolling hills, sleepy villages and market towns dot the landscape as far as the eye can see.
Warwick Castle Get to grips with everything medieval at your final destination – fabulously interactive Warwick Castle! This fortress dates back to 1068 and still gives a thoroughly authentic medieval experience in the 21st century. Feel the weight of a sword and become a knight, or see the State Dining Room, decked out for a Victorian dinner party.
Stratford-Upon-Avon & Shakespeare’s Birthplace William Shakespeare called the market town of Stratford-Upon-Avon home, and you will visit the brilliant poet and playwright’s birthplace during this tour. Walk through the house where he grew up as the legendary Bard is brought to life!
Walking Tour of Oxford Oxford is famous for being home to the oldest university in the English speaking world – countless bright young things have wandered the town’s cobbled streets over the years! During this guided walking tour you will see the stunning Bodleian Library and furtively discover unspoilt narrow alleyways, ancient squares and towering spires.
Brasenose College Brasenose College was founded in 1509 by Sir Richard Sutton, a lawyer, and William Smyth, Bishop of Lincoln. Named after its bronze door knocker, Brasenose boasts fairytale architecture and a rolling green lawn. Past students include the writer William Golding and David Cameron, ex Prime Minister of the UK.
After visiting Oxford, you will leave the university city and return to London.
Tour Highlights: Walking Tour of Oxford Christ Church Drive through Cotswolds Shakespeare's Birthplace Time to explore Stratford on Avon Warwick Castle Duration is around 10 hours. Any extra time can be arranged for an extra fee. Duration is around 10 hours. Any extra time can be arranged for an extra fee. Pick up and drop off at London central hotel. Included: private tour guide and your private driver and a car. Excluded: entrance tickets to museum