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 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.
Combining the beauty of Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon with a drive through some of the most breath-taking scenery of the North Cotswolds, our tour heads west from Oxford.
We start with a visit to Burford, the ‘gateway to the Cotswolds’ with its sloping main street and quirky shops and cafes. We then drive through some of the old quarrying villages of the North Cotswolds to Bourton-on-the-Water, the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’. Have a wander along the pretty riverside with its quaint stone bridges and enjoy visiting some of the shops and cafes. We head next to the beautiful old market town of Chipping Campden, one of the key centres of the ‘Arts and Crafts Movement’ of 19th century. You can visit the old Market Hall and have lunch in a charming pub or cafe. After lunch a scenic route takes you through sleepy villages and over hills with stunning views, to Stratford-upon-Avon.
Our guided panoramic tour of Shakespeare’s home town includes delightful timber-framed houses, the famous Shakespeare theatres, the picturesque River Avon and Shakespeare’s Birthplace. You have time to visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace if you wish and time to shop. After lunch, we head back into the Cotswolds, via Shottery, where you will see Anne Hathaway’s Cottage with its beautiful gardens and romantic “half-moon seat”.
We return to Oxford via the market town of Shipston and the quaint village of Great Tew with its 17th century estate and pretty pub. We also pass through the lovely town of Woodstock, the location of Blenheim Palace, (home of the Duke of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill).
Wednesdays at 09:30 from April to October
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event
£85 Per person
From £600
Call us on any of the numbers below and we will be happy to help you with booking a tour with us.
Landline: +44 (0)1869 340090
Mobile: +44 (0) 7976 246967
Mobile: +44 (0) 7860 222408
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Discover idyllic English villages, nestling in quiet valleys with picture-perfect thatched cottages, majestic castles and manors, fields and hedgerows.
Call: +44 (0)1869 340090
email: info@cotswoldexploring.co.uk
Enchanting full-day tour for those wanting to experience the delights of the Cotswolds, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
An unforgettable introduction to one of Britain’s finest regions. Perfect half-day tour for those wanting to experience the delights of the Cotswolds.
Extended half-day tour from Oxford, ideal for those who would love to see some of the Cotswold villages, but cannot spare a whole day.
The full-day Adventurer tour explores the quieter south side of the Cotswolds, taking you on a scenic route through a succession of quaint stone villages, hidden valleys, rolling hills and meandering rivers.
Call us on any of the numbers below and we will be happy to help you with booking a tour with us.
Landline: +44 (0)1869 340 090
Mobile: +44 (0) 7976 246 967
Mobile: +44 (0) 7860 222 408
