Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comWarwick Castle, Stratford, Oxford and the Cotswolds Day Trip from London
based on 53 reviews
Duration: 12 hours (approx.)
Location: London, United Kingdom
Product code: 2452T5
53 reviews of Warwick Castle, Stratford, Oxford and the Cotswolds Day Trip from London
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This was a great tour. We saw some of the nicest highlights of the English countryside and took wonderful pictures. The time at each stop was just enough to get a good feel for the location before moving on. Lunch was typical English pub fare and, although the menu choices were different than my daughter was expecting, a simple note on the pre-order sheet that the tour guide passed through the motor coach en route ensured an acceptable lunch item for her. My only regret is that we only got to visit William Shakespeare's birthplace and a few shops in Stratford. I would have liked an additional stop or two in Stratford to see the church where he's buried as well as a visit to Anne Hathaway's cottage. Our final location of the day was Oxford, and the guide was very knowledgeable about the town and the colleges. Unfortunately, at our stop in Oxford, my husband became ill and could not take the walking tour part of the visit as there was a lot of walking. The motor coach driver was very attentive and took good care of my husband, even offering him a cup of tea to help soothe his upset stomach. It was a very nice day with a caring and concerned guide and driver. Highly recommended for a nice day out.
Reviewed by: Kathleen W, Canada, July 2009
I really enjoyed the trip. We had a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and kind person. I learned a lot from him about these historic places as well as the history of England. Due to the rain we did have much time for walking in Stratford, but rest of tour was excellent. Food was good, nice choice.
Reviewed by: Ihsan E, Turkey, July 2009
It was a long day, but jam packed. We enjoyed the castle particularly with the wax figures from Madam Tussauds. We could have used a bit more time there but then we would have had less time at the other spots. We also enjoyed the drive through the Cotswolds, our stop at the pub, and the birthplace of Shakespeare. I think the highlight was Oxford. It was wonderful and our guide Clarissa did an excellent job of pointing out Harry Potter and Alice in Wonderland sites. Highly recommended even with a normally grumpy teenager.
Reviewed by: Melissa T, United States of America, June 2009
The guide was excellent. Covered a lot of ground in one day. Great for packing a lot in if you don't have a lot of time to explore at leisure.
Reviewed by: Karen L, United States of America, June 2009
We had a great tour guide and informative commentary and had a wonderful day. This helped me fit a lot into my short time in London.
Reviewed by: Cheryl K, Australia, June 2009
It was a wonderful trip, but I think it was because of the amazing guide. I have spent a number of yours wordwide, but I don't think I have ever had a guide who was so informative and had such a wonderful knowledge of history, literature, art and even plants. I learned so much and remembered so much from my history. It is a tour well worth doing. Thank you.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, South Africa, May 2009
A long day out, but completely worth it. There's plenty here for Shakespeare and Harry Potter fans alike, as well as surprises along the way.
Reviewed by: Sebastian C, Australia, May 2009
One of the best tours ever, owing mainly to the guide. I would like to thank him.
Reviewed by: Arie A, Israel, April 2009
A day trip is definitely the way to go if you want to maximize your time in London. Our tour guide and coach driver were fun and informative. We loved them both! We met interesting people and learned a lot of history and trivia along the way. We recommend it highly!
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States of America, March 2009
The tour operator did such a great job on this trip that we took up a collection for the tour guide as we drove home. We hit Stratford on Avon on market day, so we were able to do some wonderful shopping after touring Shakespeare's birthplace. The tents were practically outside his house on the street. Warwick Castle went well and there was even time to walk in the topiary garden. The Oxford portion of the trip was probably the best. We not only toured the main hall at Christ Church College but spent a good bit of time in the chapel and had the opportunity to pick up some reasonably priced items from the college shop. That was followed by a night walking tour around the town visiting various other colleges and noting the cross in the middle of the road where Bishop Cranmer and his two friends were burned at the stake. We also saw the gargoyles of the lion, the fawn, and further along the lamp post which were possible inspirations for The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. If only the guide had her commentary recorded in a booklet we could have taken with us when the tour was over. She was brilliant and presented us with far more history than we would ever be able to remember. The day before I had been on a trip to Paris on my own in which I encountered numerous transportation problems, so this expertly guided tour to Oxford was just what I needed. Next time I come to London I'd like to do it again with my wife, who was unable to make the trip this time.
Reviewed by: Thomas H, United States of America, February 2009
The tour was great the guide was even better. He was very informative and funny! I would suggest less time at Warwick Castle and more time at the other places, but over all it was a great tour.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States of America, January 2009
Unfortunately, we were unable to visit these sites as the tour was canceled. As an alternative, we were given the option of visiting Stonehenge, Bath, and Stratford on Avon. Although the tour was quite interesting, we were really looking forward to the original tour. As we probably will not be returning to London in the near future, and we felt a little "empty" in not being able to take the original tour. The accommodations were quite satisfactory, and our driver and guide kept us well entertained and informed on various points of interest along the route. The guide was quite friendly and knowledgeable, and I would have to give him a very high "grade".
Reviewed by: Edward S, United States of America, October 2008
Great!!! The guide was wonderful, and the trip was an amazing experience!!
Reviewed by: Sarah T, United States of America, September 2008
Well-organised tour. All these sites were most enjoyable.
Reviewed by: Kym M, Australia, August 2008
We had an amazing tour guide. He was so intelligent and well spoken and knew his British history! We were in England for only four days, with three days in London, and this was the one day we wanted to see the English countryside. It was a perfect trip! We spent plenty of time at all of the locations so we had time to take pictures and see all the sights.
Reviewed by: Elizabeth V, United States of America, July 2008
