Shakespeare's Stratford & Blenheim
Shakespeare's Stratford & Blenheim
Book NowJoin us at our 4-star hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon the base for our Shakespeare’s Stratford and Blenheim Tour. This itinerary packed tour showcases Stratford and the stunning surrounding area beautifully with visits to exciting 5-star attractions. Spend a wonderful day in Stratford uncovering Shakespeare’s story, visit his birthplace where the story started in 1564 and Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, where he fell in love. Take a River Avon cruise, watch wildlife from eye level as we cruise past the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and Holy Trinity, Shakespeare’s burial place, travelling through the oldest and most iconic locks in the country with a light and amusing commentary along the way. Walk in the footsteps of Winston Churchill on a wonderful visit to Blenheim Palace and Gardens, wander gilded staterooms to discover priceless collections of portraits, tapestries, and furniture, visit the wonderful gardens and the stable exhibition. Visit Charlecote Park, a magnificent Victorian home set within a deer park. Discover 900 years of history at the Lord Leycester Hospital in Warwick, uncover stories of the historic buildings and the resident’s past and present. Don’t miss out on this amazing tour visiting some of the area’s best attractions.
Your Holiday Includes:
Door to door service
Porterage
Welcome tea/coffee on arrival
Dinner, bed and breakfast
En-suite bedrooms
45-minute sightseeing cruise
Admission to Shakespeare’s Birthplace
Admission to Anne Hathaway’s Cottage
Admission to Blenheim Place, Park, and Gardens
Admission to Charlecote House, Park, and Gardens
Guided tour of Lord Leycester Hospital
Excursions
Executive coach travel throughout
Single room supplement - £118.00
Itinerary
Sunday
Depart Leyland at 10.00am as we head straight to Stratford with a comfort stop en-route, enjoy free time in the home of the Bard, William Shakespeare, with time to explore and obtain lunch before check-in at the hotel. Enjoy a welcome tea/coffee on arrival at the hotel while your luggage is taken to your room.
Monday
Today our attractions are focused in Stratford, enjoy a river cruise with Bancroft Cruisers including commentary, there will be time afterwards to obtain lunch and before meeting at Shakespeare's Birthplace where admission is included. Join the coach after our visit as we head to the place where Shakespeare fell in love on a visit to Anne Hathaway's Cottage.
Tuesday
Today's wonderful excursion takes us to Blenheim Palace in Woodstock on the eastern edge of the Cotswolds with a little free time in this picturesque town following our visit.
Wednesday
This morning's excursion takes us on a visit to Charlecote House, Park and Gardens followed by an afternoon guided tour of Lord Leycester Hospital.
Thursday
Check out of our hotel following a leisurely breakfast, before commencing our journey home, spend free time to explore and obtain lunch in Stratford re-joining the coach at 13.30hrs to continue our journey home.
| SRS | £118.00 | For Sole Use | Yes |
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| Hotel | Crowne Plaza Bridgefoot Stratford upon Avon CV37 6YR |
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| Hotel Star Rating | 4 Star |
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| Hotel Website | https://www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/gb/en/stratford-upon-avon/sfdua/hoteldetail |
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| Hotel Contact | 01789 279988 |
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| About the hotel | Crowne Plaza Stratford is a wonderfully located riverside hotel minutes away from Shakespeare’s Birthplace and the historic town centre, a 5-min stroll along the river takes you to the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Swan Theatre. The hotel offers modern rooms, a heated riverside terrace and heated indoor swimming pool. Unwind in the hotel’s sauna and swimming pool or work-out in the gym. Guest bedrooms are spacious, contemporary, well-equipped rooms, designed with comfort in mind. A great place to chill and relax. |
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TV |
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| Hairdryer | Yes |
| Lift | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Safe/Safety Deposit Box | Safety Deposit Box/laptop safe |
| AC | Yes |
| Pool | Yes |
| Gym | Yes |
| Iron | Yes |
| Tea/Coffee | Yes |
| Porterage | Yes |
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Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
| Name | Address |
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| Keele Services | Keele Services |
| Leyland Tesco Extra | Leyland Tesco Extra, Bus Lane |
| Poplar 2000 | Lymm Moto- Poplar 2000 Services Coach Bay WA13 0SP |
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