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Anne Hathaway's Cottage near Stratford-upon-Avon
Cotswold Stone Cottages
The Cotswolds and Shakespeare Tour from Oxford
The Cotswolds and Shakespeare Tour from Oxford
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The Cotswolds and Shakespeare Tour from Oxford

By Cotswold Exploring
4.9 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$181 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

A unique opportunity to combine a tour of the Cotswolds with a visit to Shakespeare's home, Stratford-upon-Avon, with its famous theatres and quaint medieval timber-framed houses. Come and discover idyllic stone villages, nestling in quiet valleys, small thatched cottages, majestic castles and manors, and charming high streets peppered with quaint tea shops and antiques shops. Let us help you to enjoy the English countryside at its best.

 

Activity location

  • Shakespeare's Birthplace
    • Henley Street
    • CV37 6QW, Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Taylor Institution Library
    • St Giles'
    • OX1 3NA, Oxford, England, United Kingdom

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The Cotswolds and Shakespeare Tour from Oxford
  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m8h 30m
  • English

A unique opportunity to combine a tour of the Cotswolds with a visit to Shakespeare's home, Stratford-upon-Avon, with its famous theatres and quaint medieval timber-framed houses. Come and discover idyllic stone villages, nestling in quiet valleys, small thatched cottages, majestic castles and manors, and charming high streets peppered with quaint tea shops and antiques shops. Let us help you to enjoy the English countryside at its best.

 

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:30 am
Price details
AU$181.38 x 1 AdultAU$181.38
Total
Price is AU$181.38
Until Tue, 28 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBlue Badge guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedPick up on request from Oxford Railway Station
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedLive commentary on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedDrinks
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport by air-conditioned minivan
  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel pickup and drop-off (hotels in North Oxford)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrances to Shakespeare Houses

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please note that this tour is not recommended for children under 12 years old.
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Activity itinerary

Woodstock (Pass by)
This tour combines a visit to the birthplace of William Shakespeare with a scenic drive through some of the villages and towns of the stunning . The day starts with a drive through the lovely town of Woodstock, the site of Blenheim Palace, home of the Dukes of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.
Shakespeare's Birthplace
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
We drive through some spectacular scenery to arrive in Stratford-upon-Avon. Our short panoramic tour of Shakespeare’s home town will take you past charming timber-framed houses and some of the houses associated with William Shakespeare. Time to visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace (optional) and see the Shakespeare theatres on the banks of the picturesque River Avon.
Great Tew
  • 30m
Enjoy the opportunity of walking round an authentic English village with its quaint ironstone and thatched cottages and 17c inn. Time for a delicious refreshment in the small village cafe.
Anne Hathaway's Cottage & Gardens
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Leaving Stratford, we head to Shottery where you can do an optional visit of Anne Hathaway’s cottage with it's beautiful gardens and romantic "half-moon" seat.
High Street Chipping Campden
  • 45m
After a scenic drive over Ebrington Hill through the Warwickshire Cotswolds you arrive in the charming old market town of Chipping Campden with its golden limestone cottages. Time to browse in the small shops and see the old market hall.
Snowshill
  • 15m
The next stop is in the idyllic village of Snowshill with its beautiful honey coloured stone cottages and quaint church and stunning views of the Cotswold escarpment in the background. Here you will get the best Cotswold picture you could wish to take!
Bourton-on-the-Water
  • 45m
After another picturesque drive through the rolling hills of the Cotswolds you arrive in Bourton-on-the-Water , often called the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds. Walk along the banks of the pretty River Windrush and cross the charming stone bridges. Enjoy browsing in the gift shops or have a cream tea in one of the many cafes.
Burford Visitor Information Centre (Pass by)
We return to Oxford via Burford, the 'gateway to the Cotswolds' with its sloping high street and many old coaching inns.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESShakespeare's Birthplace
    • Henley Street
    • CV37 6QW, Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLETaylor Institution Library
    • St Giles'
    • OX1 3NA, Oxford, England, United Kingdom

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