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Stratford-upon-Avon, Blenheim & Oxford (Hotel)

2 days

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HOTEL UPGRADE: Uncover the Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon, Blenheim Palace and Oxford on this 2-day express group tour that starts and ends in Bristol, with a night in a hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon. You've got included entrance to Tintern Abbey and Blenheim Palace, with plenty of free time to explore Shakespeare's Stratford and the university city of Oxford.

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Tour Overview

Duration

- 2 days

Starts

- Bristol

Ends

- Bristol

Tour Guide

- Yes - escorted by a tour guide

Meals included

- Breakfast: 1

Group Size

- Min 2 / Max 16

Hotel Rating

- 4 star hotel

Arrival Transfer

- No

Departure Transfer

- No

Range

- Worldwide Touring

Minimum age

- 5 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Countries

- England, United Kingdom

Tour Pace

- Fast

Physical Rating

- Easy

Trip Type

- Group Tours
Adults (16+)
Children (5 - 15)
Price Breakdown
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$1,225.00
NZD

$980.00

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Final payment
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$500.00

$960.00
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Tour Highlights

Broadway - Wander around this pretty Cotswolds town independently, admiring the architecture and doing some shopping
Stratford-upon-Avon - Spend a night in Shakespeare's birthplace, with plenty of time to take in the historic sights at leisure
Blenheim - Enjoy included entrance to Blenheim Palace, one of England's most extravagant stately homes
Oxford - Explore this famous university city at your own pace, with time to check out some of the university colleges

Included

1 breakfast
1 night 4 star hotel
Escorted by a local driver-guide
Admission to Tintern Abbey
Admission to Blenheim Palace
Transportation in 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning
All road tolls
14kg luggage allowance - This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal items
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

Not Included

International flights & visas
Airport transfers (pick up and drop off information can be found in the Trip Notes)
Meals not specified in itinerary
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture!
Entry fees unless specified

Itinerary

Day 1 - Tintern Abbey, Broadway & Stratford-upon-Avon

Bristol - Tintern Abbey - Broadway - Stratford-upon-Avon. Departing Bristol, we embark on a scenic drive through the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, the Wye Valley. Today it's classed as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

We make a stop at Tintern Abbey on the banks of the River Wye, where your entrance is included. This now roofless abbey dates to 1131! We make a quick stop in the pretty town of Ross-on-Wye where you've got free time for lunch.

Our next stop is the beautiful Cotswolds village of Broadway, the perfect place for a relaxed stroll or to do some shopping and admire the buildings made from pale Broadway stone.

Our final stop for the day is Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of the Bard, William Shakespeare. During free time here, you can see the bard's Tudor birthplace, and the Holy Trinity Church, where he is buried. Stratford is also home to the riverside Royal Shakespeare Company, made up of several theatres. Perhaps pop into the adjacent Dirty Duck pub for a pint, a popular haunt for actors and theatregoers alike. Famous guests in the Actors Bar here have included Dame Judi Dench, David Tennant, Sir Ian McKellen and Dame Helen Mirren - their photos are all on the walls! We're spending the night in Stratford, if you plan in advance, you might be able to squeeze in a theatre show (not included).

Please note: Check-in closes at 08:45 on day 1 (tour departs at 09:00) - DoubleTree by Hilton, Redcliffe Way, Bristol, BS1 6NJ.

Overnight: Straford-upon-Avon
Day 2 - Blenheim Palace & Oxford

Stratford-upon-Avon - Blenheim - Oxford - Bristol. Our first stop today is Blenheim Palace, one of the largest stately homes in England and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Entrance is included so you can head in and explore. Blenheim Palace was famously the birthplace of Winston Churchill and is a great example of English baroque architecture. After you've explored the palace, there's time for lunch onsite before we continue to Oxford.

Known mainly for one of the world's best universities, there's plenty else to see and do during your free time here, aside from taking in some of the university colleges. You could visit the Ashmolean Museum, Britain’s oldest public museum, or check out Oxford Castle. Much of the Harry Potter film series was made here, so there's some filming locations to check out too.

It's then time to head back to Bristol, where our tour comes to an end.

Please note: This tour ends at 19:00 - DoubleTree by Hilton, Redcliffe Way, Bristol, BS1 6NJ.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Hotel Indigo, an IHG hotel
Straford-upon-Avon

Set in a 1500s half-timbered building, a Georgian townhouse, and an annex, this upscale hotel is located in the town centre, just a minute's walk from Shakespeare’s New Place, the site of the writer's former home. Stratford-upon-Avon train station is 14 minutes on foot. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and Nespresso machines. Guests can enjoy a polished restaurant with a fireplace, a cosy cafe/cocktail bar offering afternoon tea, and a gym, all within the charm of wood-panelled walls and exposed beams.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel

Prices & Dates

Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room.

2025
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22 May - 23 May
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$1,635$1,308
29 May - 30 May
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5 Jun - 6 Jun
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$1,725$1,380
12 Jun - 13 Jun
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19 Jun - 20 Jun
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26 Jun - 27 Jun
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3 Jul - 4 Jul
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10 Jul - 11 Jul
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2026
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8 Jan - 9 Jan
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$1,555$1,244
15 Jan - 16 Jan
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22 Jan - 23 Jan
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29 Jan - 30 Jan
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5 Feb - 6 Feb
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19 Feb - 20 Feb
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26 Feb - 27 Feb
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