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Heart of England 2023

6 days
Start and end in London
4.5
155 traveler reviews

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 18
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    London

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner at the hotel)
  2. Day 2

    London to Oxford to Cotswolds to Stratford-upon-Avon

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner at the hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Locally guided walking tour of Oxford
    • Free time in Chipping Campden
    Landmarks
    Oxford
    Chipping Campden
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  3. Day 3

    Stratford-upon-Avon

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Shakespeare's childhood home
    • Visit to Anne Hathaway's cottage
    • Stroll through the gardens

    Optional Activities

    • Explore picturesque Cotswolds hamlets
    Landmarks
    Shakespeare's Birthplace
    Anne Hathaway's Cottage
  4. Day 4

    Stratford-upon-Avon to Lacock to Bath

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • High tea at a charming village in the Cotswolds
    • Visit to Lacock village
    • Visit to Lacock Abbey
    Landmarks
    Lacock
    Lacock Abbey
    Bath
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  5. Day 5

    Bath

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Morning visit to the Roman Baths
    • Visit to No. 1 Royal Crescent museum

    Optional Activities

    • Thermae Bath Spa (Britain's only thermal spa) with rooftop pool
    • Self-guided exploration of Bath's independent boutiques and coffee shops
    Landmarks
    Roman Baths
    No. 1 Royal Crescent
    Thermae Bath Spa
  6. Day 6

    Bath to Longleat to Avebury to London

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Longleat House
    • Visit to Avebury stone circle
    Landmarks
    Longleat House
    Avebury
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4.5
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18 to 80 years old

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  • Kerrie
    August 25th, 2025
    5.0
    Guide was friendly, always helpful and knowledgeable. Small number was conducive to getting to know each other and...
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  • Jennifer
    October 23rd, 2024
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    I had an amazing time. As a solo traveller I was a bit nervous about the tour, but the other tour guests were so...
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  • Bea
    December 3rd, 2025
    5.0
    Flavio was very personable. Very caring, respectful, responsible and well organised. I would travel with him again
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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

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0

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