Shakespeare’s Stratford and the Cotswolds

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Full description 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.

Stratford-upon-Avon The home town of legendary playwright William Shakespeare is the first stop on this day trip. Filled with history, pay a visit to the place the famous Bard was born - a quaint, unassuming half-timbered house. Learn amazing stories and quirks of Elizabethan living from your expert guide. 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.

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. 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, Burford which features an ornate medieval bridge and Bibury, a town once described by William Morris as ‘the most beautiful village in England’. After a wonderful day of sightseeing, arrive back to London at the approximate time of 7.30pm. Additional information You must reach the meeting point 30 minutes prior departure During peak periods, additional Vehicles Without Wi-Fi may be used Our vehicles are modern, comfortable, and kept to the highest standards of cleanliness, including a deep clean every day Inclusions Transportation by Luxury Air-Conditioned CoachProfessional GuideEntry to Shakespeare’s birthplace (only if you have chosen this option)Entry to Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and Gardens (only if you have chosen this option)Photo stops at Bourton-on-the-Water, Burford and Bibury Exclusions Hotel Pick-up & ReturnEntrance tickets not selected at the time of the booking Cancellation Policy Cancelled bookings up to 24 hours before travel receive a full refund. Meeting point Bus Stop 1 Bulleid Way, 123-151 Buckingham Palace Rd, Victoria, London SW1W 9SH