Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's Birthplace, Oxford & The Cotswolds Full Day Tour

At a glance

Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's Birthplace, Oxford & The Cotswolds Full Day Tour is a 11h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Northwest Travels. Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $602.95 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private transportation, English Speaking Driver, Pickup and drop from and to Hotel.

Quick facts

Duration

11h

Group

Private tour — only your group

Pickup

Hotel pickup included

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Travellers

1–7 per booking

Ages

Adult 0–69

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Options & availability

• Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's Birthplace, Oxford & The Cotswolds Full Day Tour

  from $259.28

  Pickup included

  Days:

  Every day

  Start times:

  08:00

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Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1

   Leave London at 09.00 am and travel with your driver.
   
   Over a thousand years of history are waiting to be discovered at this fantastic medieval castle. Set against the River Avon within 64 acres of landscaped parkland, this beautiful castle once belonged to the most powerful man in England, The Earl of Warwick.
   
   Learn how the 'Kingmaker' was the only man who dared defy the King, and how he defeated the armies of King Edward IV in battle before taking the King himself as a prisoner. Explore the lavishly decorated State Rooms and 17th-century Great Hall; a room boasting an impressive collection of artefacts including suits of armour and medieval weapons.
   
   In the castle's 14th-century gaol, the original dungeon, see graffiti left behind by prisoners hundreds of years ago. How many names can you spot?

2. Stop 2

   This picturesque market town is most famous for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare, widely regarded to be the greatest writer in English literature and the world's preeminent dramatist.
   
   Here, you'll visit the 16th-century half-timbered house where Shakespeare was born in 1564 and grew up. Enjoy a fascinating insight into tales of his family life and admire rare artefacts on displays from the Shakespeare Trust's world-class collections.

3. Stop 3

   Covering almost 800 square miles and no fewer than five English counties, the Cotswolds are the single largest designated Area of Natural Beauty in the UK. Get your cameras at the ready as we drive through the unremittingly pretty countryside on our way to our next destination

4. Stop 4

   Our final stop, also known as 'The City of Dreaming Spires', is the UK's most famous university town and home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world, the University of Oxford. Enjoy a walking tour through the city with your expert guide, who will bring the charm and history of this incredible city to life.
   
   Oxford is the only place in the country where you will find examples of every architectural period going as far back as Saxon times. Little surprise, then, that this beautiful city has been the filming location for countless movies and TV series over the years, including the Harry Potter film series.
   
   As you wander its cobbled streets with your guide, you will see sights including Bridge of Sighs, Trinity College, the Ashmolean Museum and The Sheldonian Theatre
   After exploring the tour, travel back to London,Drop at Hotel

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Good to know

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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