5 Day London, Oxford, Stratford And Warwick

Upon arriving at London International Airport "Heathrow Airport" (LHR), meet your driver in the arrival hall for a transfer to your hotel in London . After checking in (available from 14:00), you’ll have free time to explore your hotel at your leisure. Please note that early check-in is subject to availability upon arrival.

After breakfast, prepare for the day and make your way to the meeting point, located approximately 15 minutes away by car. We recommend taking a taxi at your own expense for convenience. meeting point is at "Eros Statue, Piccadilly Circus (SW1Y 4QF), next to Lilywhites Sport Store, London"

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What's Included:

• Professional guide

What's Excluded:

• Gratuities
• Food and drink

Description

Experience the best of London and its famous landmarks on this amazing walking tour. Join your expert guide as they take you around the city, showcasing 50+ must-see London landmarks and sights while providing facts and stories about the capital. This 3-hour walking tour combines history and culture with incredible views for the ideal adventure around one of the world’s most popular cities.

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Your walking tour will start at Piccadilly Circus – the entertainment hub of London. Bursting at the seams with dazzling lights, theatres and atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot to kick off this exciting adventure.

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Along the tour, you will see Leicester Square, Chinatown, and the historic Trafalgar Square where Nelson’s Column and The National Gallery sit. You will also walk down Whitehall – the heart of the British Government – passing Horse Guards Parade and Downing Street.

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Enjoy stunning green space at St. James’s Park, a royal retreat with beautiful views of Buckingham Palace, before strolling along The Mall. The grand ceremonial road is where royal processions take place and leads straight to the gates of Buckingham Palace. On select days, you can watch the famous Changing of the Guard.

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You will then follow the Birdcage Walk – a road lined with historic military landmarks before arriving at your final stop, Parliament Square. Admire Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. 

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In addition to the walking tour, you have the option to choose entry to one of the following attractions:

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London Eye

Soar into the sky and enjoy unrivalled views of London from 135 metres. See iconic landmarks from one of the 32 high-tech capsules.

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Westminster Abbey

Explore Westminster Abbey with an audio guide and see the famous Coronation chair, Poet’s Corner and the burial sites of monarchs and Prime Ministers.  

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Tower of London

Meet a Yeoman Warder and hear fascinating stories from the Tower’s famous guards, marvel at the Crown Jewels, and explore the towers and chambers of the fortress.

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St Paul’s Cathedral 

Visit Sir Christopher Wren’s architectural masterpiece and see the stunning Dome, artworks, and tombs.

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Churchill War Rooms

See the rooms where Sir Winston Churchill’s government plotted the Allied route to victory in WW2, his bunker, the Cabinet War Rooms, and the museum.

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Kensington Palace 

See the official London home of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge – Prince William and Kate Middleton. Explore the Jewel Room and see Queen Victoria’s spectacular personal items. 

After breakfast, prepare for the day and make your way to the meeting point, located approximately 19 minutes away by car. We recommend taking a taxi at your own expense for convenience. meeting point is at "Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SR "

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What's Included:

• Entry to Shakespeare's Birthplace (if selected)
• Entry to Warwick Castle (if selected)
• Drive through the Cotswolds
• Guided walking tour of Oxford
• tastecard (if selected) - enjoy discounts at 1000s of restaurants
• *Transportation by luxury air-conditioned coach, with free Wi-Fi and UBS chargers
• Professional Guide

What's Excluded:

• Hotel pick-up
• Food or beverages

Description

The Cotswolds

Covering an area of 800 square miles and running through five counties (Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Wiltshire, and Worcestershire), the Cotswolds is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) famous for its honey-coloured stone and rolling hills. As you drive through, you will see quintessential English countryside as well as picturesque chocolate box villages and lively market towns dotting the landscape as far as the eye can see. 

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Warwick Castle

Get to grips with everything medieval at the fabulously interactive Warwick Castle! Enjoy an exclusive to Golden Tours, guided tour through the Castle's hidden chambers usually exempt from the public and hear secrets and stories of the fortress. 

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Built by William the Conqueror, the fortress dates back to 1068 and still gives a thoroughly authentic medieval experience in the 21st century. Feel the weight of a sword and become a knight, see the State Dining Room, decked out for a Victorian dinner party, or venture inside Warwick Castle Dungeons to learn about the gruesome 300-year-old local history. There are a host of attractions, live shows and entertainment for all the family and friends. 

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Stratford-Upon-Avon & Shakespeare’s Birthplace

Set on the banks of the River Avon, Stratford-Upon-Avon is a beautiful market town in the Warwickshire countryside. Steeped in culture and history, it is known for being the birthplace and home of renowned English poet, playwright and actor, William Shakespeare. Walk through the house he grew up in and uncover tales of the Shakespeare family life as well as original objects including cooking pots, an oak cradle, boarded chest and more. 

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Walking Tour of Oxford

Oxford is famous for being home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world – countless bright young things have wandered the town’s cobbled streets over the years! During this guided walking tour, you will see the stunning Bodleian Library and furtively discover unspoilt narrow alleyways, ancient squares and towering spires. See the 13th century University Church of St Mary the Virgin. Soak in spectacular sights of the unique baroque design and architecture as you explore the centre of the University of Oxford.

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tastecard and Coffee Club

Save an average of £25 per meal with a range of great offers from tastecard. Enjoy 2-for-1 meals or 25% off the total bill at 1000s of participating restaurants in London and the UK, and 25% off barista-made drinks at a range of chain and independent coffee shops. You can also get 50% off pizza delivery at selected franchises, and cinema deals and days out discounts to attractions such as SEA LIFE, Alton Towers, Thorpe Park, and more. Valid for one month, tastecard is simple and easy to use. Download the app, choose your membership and browse the offers.

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After visiting Oxford, you will leave the university city and return to London.

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Estimated arrival time back to London is around 7.00pm.

After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at "British Museum, Great Russell St, Bloomsbury, London WC1B 3DG, Royaume-Uni."

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What's Included:

• Live guide
• Guided tour of the British Museum

What's Excluded:

• Food and drink
• Transportation
• Gratuities

Description

The British Museum was opened to the general public in 1759. Since its opening, it has gained the reputation of being one of the greatest museums in the world. Located in the heart of Central London, the museum now welcomes around 5 million visitors per year.

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The British Museum is dedicated to human history, art and culture. Its vast collection derives from every corner of the world. Housing over 8 million works across 70 galleries; see ceramics, sculptures, prints, drawings and paintings. This guided museum tour will explore how mankind has evolved to the present day.

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From ancient human civilisations to modern-day living, you will explore some of the deepest questions in world history.

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On your tour, you discuss many of the objects in the museum, including the Rosetta Stone. Dating back to 196 BC, it was key to unlocking the history of ancient Egypt. You will visit The Parthenon sculptures in the Greek galleries, once part of the Parthenon temple. They date back to 447 – 438 BC. Other artefacts that you will see include The Lewis Chessmen and the Easter Island Moai.

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After your two-and-a-half-hour tour, you will discover many of the British Museum's famous artefacts. You should come away with a better understanding of how the history and actions of humans have shaped our modern-day world. 

After breakfast, meet your driver and transfer to the London International Airport "Heathrow Airport" (LHR). We recommend scheduling your hotel pick-up up to 4 hours before your flight departure time. Please note that hotel check-out is at 12:00 noon, and late check-out will be subject to availability.