6 Shakespeare and Stratford Tours in England to Build a Day Around

1.Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds & Warwick Castle Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,943 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $109Our pick

Travel from London by Wi-Fi-equipped coach to Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford, and the Cotswolds. Guides such as Robert, Phil, Cameron, Andy, and Sandra bring the history alive with humor and detail. You get a taste of several major sights, but limited time means this is a sampler, not a slow-paced visit.

“Our tour guide, Simon, has an excellent breadth of historical and local knowledge. He is kind, compassionate and definitely well-irganized, creative and resilient.”

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2.England in One Day: Stonehenge, Bath, the Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon Day Trip from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,344 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $187

This 12-hour Premium Tours trip links Stonehenge, Bath, a drive through the Cotswolds, and Stratford-upon-Avon from central London. You’ll ride an air-conditioned coach, hear stories from guides such as Nicholas, Rowan, Alan, or Tom, visit Shakespeare’s Schoolroom, and return to Gloucester Road Station.

“I have been on many tours when I am in England. This was by far the most wonderful of all. The guide was the very best guide I’ve ever been with in my many tours. His historical knowledge of the places we visited and his wonderful sense of humor made the day a delight. The driver was simply a nicest guy. And he took good care of us on the road. I have already recommended this tour to my friends who are arriving in England in a week.”

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3.Cotswolds in a Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh / Stratford-on-Avon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,216 reviews · 7 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $110Top rated

Travel by 16-seat minibus from Stratford-upon-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh with a local guide such as Steve, Wendy, Martin, or Jason. Visit Dover’s Hill, Chipping Campden, a quiet surprise village, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury, and Bourton-on-the-Water, with time to explore and eat independently.

“This is a wonderful way to experience the beautiful Cotswolds. Very informative! Lovely part of England. Steve was great!, funny , knowledgeable and passionate.”

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4.Warwick Castle, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon & Cotswolds Day trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 828 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $109

Travel by comfortable coach from Victoria Coach Station to Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford, and the Cotswolds. Hear live commentary through Vox headphones, walk Oxford with your guide, and choose admission to Warwick Castle and Shakespeare’s Birthplace. Guides such as Phil, Cameron, and Pablo are known for lively storytelling.

“Cameron and Marlon were great today! Awesome tour, super entertaining, and I can’t wait to come back to UK and visit again these wonderful places. Thanks!”

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5.Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds & Warwick Castle Tour from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 756 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Spend about 10.5 hours touring England beyond London by air-conditioned coach. Visit Warwick Castle and Shakespeare’s Birthplace, drive through the Cotswolds, and walk around Oxford with a guide. Guides such as Calvin, Pablo, Stefan, and Eileen have received strong praise, but the packed schedule leaves little time for lunch or independent exploring.

“Comfy and smooth ride ! Eugene is the ultimate tour guide; animated, articulate, witty, ,knowledgeable , seasoned and charming to the max!”

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6.Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds, and Warwick Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 755 reviews · 10 hours · from $103Best value

Travel by comfortable air-conditioned coach from London to Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, and the Cotswolds. You get a guided Oxford walk, free time in Stratford, and optional entry to Warwick Castle and Shakespeare’s Birthplace. Guides such as Oliver, Apple, and Pablo have made this long day lively and informative.

“It was an amazing trip!! Our tour guide,Peter, Soo informative,we really enjoyed that.”

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