Oxford, Warwick Castle, and Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon Day Trip from London
- A Dreamy Journey Through England's Most Beautiful Countryside: Pass through the Cotswolds, admire what Lin Yutang described as "England's most beautiful countryside," and experience the enchanting rural scenery.
- Explore Shakespeare's Birthplace: Visit Stratford-Upon-Avon, the birthplace of literary giant William Shakespeare, and step into a world of history and literature.
- Experience Medieval History at Warwick Castle: Tour Warwick Castle, built by William the Conqueror, and experience the splendor and adventure of a medieval castle.
- A Literary and Artistic Getaway: Combining literature, history, and natural scenery, this trip offers the essence of British culture and dreamy landscapes in one itinerary.
What to expect
This one-day tour will take you through the most charming countryside of England. During the journey, you will admire typical English rural scenery, with picturesque villages and market towns along the way, showcasing vitality and charm that will leave you mesmerized. You will have the opportunity to admire the Cotswolds region from the car, known for its honey-colored stone buildings and rolling hills.
Next, you will arrive at Warwick Castle, a magnificent castle built by William the Conqueror in 1068, which still retains a strong medieval atmosphere. Through interactive guided tours, you will explore the castle's history and stories, feel the weight of a sword, transform into a brave knight, and visit the Victorian-era dinner-style State Dining Room or challenge the mysterious and historic castle dungeon.
Afterward, you will head to Stratford-upon-Avon, a small town where you will visit Shakespeare's birthplace and former residence. Stroll through the living spaces of the Shakespeare family, examine cooking utensils, an oak cradle, and various historical relics, gaining a deeper understanding of the literary giant's upbringing and inspirational journey.
In Oxford, you will wander through cobblestone streets, catch a glimpse of the magnificent Bodleian Library, admire the 13th-century University Church of St Mary the Virgin, and explore the well-preserved narrow alleys, ancient squares, and towering spires, experiencing the unique beauty of Baroque architecture and historical atmosphere in the heart of Oxford University. After concluding your Oxford itinerary, the tour bus will take you back to London, with an estimated arrival around 19:30 in the evening.
Reviews
The trip mentions Cotswolds, but you don't go through it at all. the guided tour of oxford is only through a few buildings from the outside and very little trivia/ stories are shared making it extremely superficial a tour. The guided part of the tour happens in the bus and not at the actual site, making it very difficult to understand. Except for Warwick castle, this is an absolute waste of money. I have attended multiple tours as a family - this was the absolute worst across every aspect except for the coach quality. For Indians, the guide had a very strong accent which made it difficult understand and he wasn't warm at all.
Good to know
1 We recommend arriving at the designated departure location at least 30 minutes in advance. The doors will close 15 minutes before departure. All tours will depart on time. If guests do not arrive on time, the tour will be treated as a "NO SHOW," and no rescheduling or refunds will be issued.
2 The Chinese day tour has a minimum group size requirement. The following situations may occur if the minimum group size is not met. Please read carefully before booking: 2.1 Chinese and English speakers may travel together on the same bus. 2.2 If the Chinese tour is canceled due to failure to meet the minimum group size, we will notify you in advance. You can choose to join the same route English tour on the same day, participate in another available Chinese tour, or apply for a full refund.
3 In the event of major local events, attraction closures, or other force majeure events that cause itinerary changes or prevent entry to attractions, adjustments may be made, or the visit may be changed to an exterior view only, subject to the final arrangements on the day.
4 The order of the tour on the day is subject to the arrangement of the driver/guide. 5 If booking a child ticket, an adult must accompany the child. Individual bookings are not allowed. 6 Adult tickets are for ages 17-59, child tickets are for ages 3-16, student tickets require a valid student ID card for both reservation and travel dates, and those over 60 must present a valid ID.
[Included] 1 Round-trip tour bus 2 Professional guide service (Chinese/English options available)
[Not Included] 1 Attraction tickets (If you need tickets included, please select the product with tickets included when booking) 2 All meals 3 Driver/guide gratuity (at your discretion) 4 Travel insurance, please purchase in advance
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