A full day tour through the enchanting Cotswolds, visiting medieval Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's Stratford upon Avon and a walk through the cobbled streets of Oxford. We take you back through Warwick Castle's 1,000-year history to a time of bloody battles, extravagant banquets and royal ceremonies. Visit the magnificent interiors of the Great Hall & State Rooms, climb the Towers and Ramparts for an archer’s view of the historic town of Warwick, and enter the multi-sensory Kingmaker attraction and journey back to 1471 as Richard Neville prepares his army for battle. Alternatively, you might like to stroll through some of the 60 acres of Warwick Castle's landscaped gardens.
Then travel on to Shakespeare's Birthplace: Stratford upon Avon. If you have ever used the expression: 'Too much of a good thing', 'Come what may' or 'Laughing stock,' you are quoting the great playwright. We will visit his Birthplace and will gain a fascinating insight into his life. Then drive through one of the most scenic areas of England, the Cotswolds. Passing through charming villages with thatched cottages, tea shops and ancient inns.
The colleges in Oxford date back to the 13th-century and among its famous students were Bill Clinton, C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien and Lewis Carroll. We take you on a fascinating walking tour past many of the famous colleges, including Divinity School featured in some of the Harry Potter films. We'll also see the Bodleian Library and the picture-perfect college courtyards for which Oxford is famous. A return to London around 7 pm is planned.