Shared Tour: England In One Day
Stonehenge: First we head straight for Stonehenge the most popular prehistoric monument in the world. Come and marvel at the huge 40 ton Sarsens and the volcanic blue stones that were brought from Preseli Mountains over 280 miles away. Discover the mysteries that surround the slaughter stone and see the numerous earth barrows where the beaker people lie buried before heading through the Salisbury plains towards Bath.
Bath and the Cotswolds Bath, a world heritage site, is a beautiful Georgian city with delightful crescents, terraces and architecture where you will have frre time to shop and explore. As we head north to Stratford we drive through the heart of the Cotswolds, taking in breathtaking views of open countryside criss-crossed by dry stone walls and bustling market towns with magnificent perpendicular churches.
Stratford-Upon-Avon: Birthplace of William Shakespeare, the greatest writer in the English language, and home to the world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company. Stratford is a charming market town set in the heart of rural England. A delightful river winds its way through the town, past the beautiful Holy Trinity Church, where Shakespeare lies buried. Our tour includes an exclusive visit to Shakespeare’s school for a tour and a school lesson.
This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure. Passengers must contact the local sightseeing company upon arrival to reconfirm their tour.
Duration:
Approximately 12 hours
Meeting point:
If pre-arranged, courtesy morning pickups are offered from many hotels through March 2017. Beginning April 1, 2017 hotel pickups will no longer be available so you will need to make your own way to Victoria Coach Station for this tour.
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Ending point:
A central location or a convenient tube stop
Departures:
7:45am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from April to October; Operating on Wednesdays and Saturdays only from November to February.
Group Size:Maximum 50 people
Not Included:
Transportation to/from hotel, meals, gratuities
Additional Information:
The order of the visit may change. IMPORTANT: Shakespeare’s Schoolroom is closed between October to March. During this period, the tour will include extra free time in Stratford-Upon-Avon including a photo stop outside Shakespeare’s Birthplace as well as the School.
No tour January 1, June 21, or December 24-26.
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