Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon and Cotswolds Tour from London

London, GB
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Highlights

  • Visit Anne Hathaway's charming cottage and gardens
  • Experience the picturesque beauty of the Cotswolds
  • Discover the stunning villages of Bourton-on-the-Water and Bibury
  • Learn fascinating stories and history from an expert guide

Meeting Point

Departure point: Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, 123-151 Buckingham Palace Rd, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SR. Check-in: 8:15am Departure: 8:30am Return(approx.): 7:30pm Return Point: Gloucester Road. Only a 3-minute walk to Gloucester Road Underground Station.

Meeting point

1 Bulleid Way, London SW1W 9SH , United Kingdom

End point

End Point

Gloucester Road. Only a 3-minute walk to Gloucester Road Underground Station.

Meeting point

Cromwell Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 5BD , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

1

Bulleid Way

Make your own way to the tour starting point in Victoria, central London, to meet your guide and group. Hop aboard a climate-controlled vehicle and journey from the city into the English countryside.

Duration 15 minutes
2

Stratford-upon-Avon

See some of the most beautiful spots in the UK on this excellent tour of Shakespeare’s birthplace Stratford-upon-Avon and an official Area of Outstanding Beauty, the Cotswolds. An expert guide leads the way, regaling you with stories and interesting facts about the rich history of these beautiful places.

Duration 60 minutes
3

Shakespeare's Birthplace

See some of the most beautiful spots in the UK on this excellent tour of Shakespeare’s birthplace Stratford-upon-Avon and an official Area of Outstanding Beauty, the Cotswolds. An expert guide leads the way, regaling you with stories and interesting facts about the rich history of these beautiful places.

Duration 60 minutes
Admission Admission Included
4

Anne Hathaway's Cottage

Next stop is a visit to Shakespeare’s bride Anne Hathaway’s cottage and gardens. This beautiful little thatched farmhouse is the place where the Bard courted his bride and still to this day holds items or original furniture, including the Hathaway bed.

Duration 30 minutes
Admission Admission Included
5

Cotswolds

The Cotswolds- Visit what is often agreed to be one of the most beautiful areas in the whole of the UK. Quaint villages and breathtaking scenery, the Cotswolds looks like it jumped off the pages of a storybook.

Duration 20 minutes
6

Bourton-on-the-Water

The tour makes photo stops at three stunning Cotswolds villages: Bourton-on-the-Water, also known as ‘Little Venice’ due to its low bridges and stone banks, Bibury a beautiful town in Cotswolds. After a wonderful day of sightseeing, arrive back to London at the approximate time of 7:30pm.

Duration 20 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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    Please show this e-ticket to gain entry to this tour.
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    *During peak periods, vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used.
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    Due to on-going roadworks between Gloucester Road and Victoria, your tour will end within a 3 minute walk to Gloucester Road Underground Station. This station is in Zone 1 and is three stops Eastbound on the Circle Line or the District Line to Victoria. The Piccadilly Line also runs through Gloucester Road and is 5 stops to Piccadilly Circus.
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    Please note that this tour may be conducted bilingually if participant numbers require it
Provided by Golden Tours Gray Line London

What our experts say

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    Try the local pie at The Olde Bakery.
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    Visit the charming village of Bibury.
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    Bring a camera for stunning views.
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    Sample local cheese at Bourton's shops.
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    Check out the River Avon nearby.

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