Interested in traveling to England in late spring 2026 and is keen to enjoy the countryside, visit villages, see gardens, and stay in charming old homes.

Thank you for your enquiry! Please find tour notes for the Heart of England. To provide an accurate quote, could you please let us know your preferred room type? The options available are: double, twin, or solo.

I suffered a severe head injury in 2015 resulting in brain surgery and ongoing balance/mobility issues. I am addressing these with physiotherapy and gym sessions but still have some difficulty in walking uphill or on uneven surfaces for prolonged periods of time and climbing stairs. Before booking this tour I just want to check if the accommodation used has lifts or the option of ground floor rooms.

Our tours are leisurely paced, but we require passengers to have a reasonable level of fitness. Passengers need to be able to walk upstairs and around 2km unassisted. Small mobility aids like walking sticks are permitted however larger aids like wheelchairs or scooters are unable to be fit on the coach. We often stay in charming older properties, our hotels often don't have lifts and sometimes have showers set over bathtubs which may present an issue to passengers with limited mobility. While accessible/ ground level rooms can be requested, this is subject to availability and unfortunately cannot not be guaranteed. The Heart of England tour has been rated a 4 on our 5 point Mobility & Physical fitness matrix meaning that a reasonable high level of fitness is required on this itinerary. Within the UK, a tour you might be interested in looking at with a lower level of fitness requirements is the Kent: The Garden of England tour which is rated a 2.

We're planning to visit London in September. And want to visit Liverpool, Scotland and 2 football derbies. Can you make this kind of tour package? For 12 people and for 8 days

In terms of tours, we are unable to make specialised tours. However, we do offer a range of tours that span across England and Scotland. I' think the tour below is the most likely tour you would be interested in: Highlights of Britain (London to Edinburgh via Liverpool). Join us for a classic journey that delves deep into Britain's fascinating history and culture. In England we'll trace the footsteps of famous writers and poets, uncovering the scenic countryside that inspired their greatest works. While in North Wales and Scotland, our journey will take in evocative scenery and dramatic castles – immersing ourselves in age-old traditions as we go. Experience it all on this unforgettable 11-day journey.

is it possible to have a tour without guide?

all of our tours have a driver and Tour Guide. We don't have an options to not have a guide.

Are there elevators in the hotels? Are the tours each day drive by tours or is it on and off the bus each day?

A lot of the hotel don't have step free access due to a lot of them being boutique/traditional hotels. The tours do tend to be short walking tours, and while our tours don't require a high level of fitness, we generally advise that passengers need to be able to walk sporadically over an 8 hour day.

We are looking to link this 6 day London trip in between our travels. We will be arriving in London on the evening of the 12th October 2024. Would there be another tour running from the 13th of October 2024?

The last departure for our Heart of England tour is October 6th, we will not be running any departures after this date unfortunately. We also do not have any tours in Dubai.

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Heart of England

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The boutique hotels we stayed at were charming and Helen knew just how much time we needed in each stop.
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Itinerary

Day 1
London
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner at the hotel)
Day 2
London to Oxford to Stratford-upon-Avon
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner at hotel)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Oxford with Tour Leader
- Entrance to Oxford college
- Free time to explore Chipping Campden High Street
Optional Activities
- Visit William Shakespeare's childhood home in Stratford-upon-Avon
- Visit William Shakespeare's final resting place in Stratford-upon-Avon
Landmarks
Oxford University
Chipping Campden
Cotswolds
Day 3
Stratford-upon-Avon
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Entrance to Anne Hathaway's Cottage
- Entrance to Shakespeare's Birthplace
- Visit to Cotswolds villages
Landmarks
Shakespeare's Birthplace
Anne Hathaway's Cottage
Day 4
Stratford-upon-Avon to Lacock to Bath
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Afternoon tea in the Cotswolds
- Entrance to Lacock Abbey
Landmarks
Lacock
Lacock Abbey
Bath
Day 5
Bath
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell group dinner at hotel)
Included Activities
- Entrance to the Roman Baths with audio guide
- Entrance to the Jane Austen Centre
- Free time to explore Bath
Optional Activities
- Visit Thermae Bath Spa (Britain's only thermal spa) with rooftop pool access
Landmarks
Roman Baths
Jane Austen Centre
Thermae Bath Spa
Day 6
Bath to Longleat House to Avebury to London
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Longleat House with local guide
- Free time to explore Avebury's stone circles
Landmarks
Longleat House
Avebury

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Oxford University
Chipping Campden
Cotswolds

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Shakespeare's Birthplace
Anne Hathaway's Cottage

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Lacock
Lacock Abbey
Bath

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Roman Baths
Jane Austen Centre
Thermae Bath Spa

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Longleat House
Avebury

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Overall rating based on 7 Reviews

Itinerary
4.4
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4.9
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4.7
Accommodation
4.3
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Jennifer
October 23rd, 2024
5
I had an amazing time. As a solo traveller I was a bit nervous about the tour, but the other tour guests were so...
I had an amazing time. As a solo traveller I was a bit nervous about the tour, but the other tour guests were so welcoming and friendly. I made some wonderful friends. Terry Gibson our guide was fantastic. He was so friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Phillip, our driver was great. It was lovely when he joined our group for meals and certain activities.Show more
Traveled in September 2024
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Janice
December 19th, 2023
5
This tour was excellent. Derek was a very entertaining tour guide & our driver had a great sense of humour. I highly...
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Susan
October 6th, 2019
4.5
Nic and Callum our driver were both professional, accomodating and made the trip lots of fun.
Traveled in September 2019
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Linda
July 21st, 2019
4.5
It was a great tour and our guide was Great. Sometimes too much information and it was hard to take it all in....
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Rau
September 17th, 2018
4.5
Emily spoke too fast. Not knowledgeable enough.
Traveled in September 2018
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Margaret and Dennis
June 10th, 2017
4.5
The Heart of England I see a previous review and I whole heartedly agree. The best part of our trip. Felt rested...
The Heart of England I see a previous review and I whole heartedly agree. The best part of our trip. Felt rested and did not get tired like I did when we were sightseeing in London. Helen Pointer was absolutely amazing. She was very enthusiastic, knowledgeable and very hands on. She made our trip. Backroads is lucky to have her. What a amazing driver she is too. This was our first time doing this kind of trip as we usually go on our own and weren't sure if we would like a group trip. We were thrilled. The members of our trip were great, mostly Austrailians, we are Canadian and one more single Canadian. What a group. Will think back very fondly on this trip. Enjoyed everywhere we went, the food was good and liked our accommodations. Would recommend this trip and would do a Back-Roads tour again.Show more
Traveled in May 2017
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Felicia
September 28th, 2016
5
My husband and i took the 5 day "Heart of England" tour with Helen Pointer as our guide. I can't say enough good...
My husband and i took the 5 day "Heart of England" tour with Helen Pointer as our guide. I can't say enough good things about Helen. Her love for what she does shines through in everything she does. She was articulate, generous with information, great at making us a cohesive group, enthusiastic, the list goes on and on. What an asset to the company. The only bad thing that Helen did was completely spoil us for our other tours on this particular trip, because compared to Helen no one quite measured up. The boutique hotels we stayed at were charming and Helen knew just how much time we needed in each stop. It was always just the right amount of time. I wish that Backroads Touring would add their name to Trip Advisor because I had wanted to leave a glowing review there but wasn't able to. I knew nothing about Backroads Touring before we took this trip but they were the only tour company that were offering 3 days in Bath (though really it's only about 1-1/2 days in Bath since we arrive in the afternoon on day 1, spend the whole day in Bath on day 2, and then leave on the morning of the 3rd day). I like that with Backroads you don't have to worry about a darn thing. All of the entrance fees to the attractions are included in the price, along with a Welcome dinner and a Farewell dinner. Although my husband and I are not the most social of people I liked that the Welcome dinner gave us all a chance to form acquaintances and learn each other's name in a social atmosphere. Can't say enough good things about Backroads except that we'll definitely be using them again for our next trip overseas. Show more
Traveled in August 2016

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Tiffany
Asked on September 18th, 2025
Interested in traveling to England in late spring 2026 and is keen to enjoy the countryside, visit villages, see gardens, and stay in charming old homes.
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Back-Roads TouringOperator•Written September 2025
  Thank you for your enquiry! Please find tour notes for the Heart of England. To provide an accurate quote, could you please let us know your preferred room type? The options available are: double, twin, or solo.
S
Scott
Asked on September 7th, 2024
I suffered a severe head injury in 2015 resulting in brain surgery and ongoing balance/mobility issues. I am addressing these with physiotherapy and gym sessions but still have some difficulty in walking uphill or on uneven surfaces for prolonged periods of time and climbing stairs. Before booking this tour I just want to check if the accommodation used has lifts or the option of ground floor rooms.
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Back-Roads TouringOperator•Written September 2024
  Our tours are leisurely paced, but we require passengers to have a reasonable level of fitness. Passengers need to be able to walk upstairs and around 2km unassisted. Small mobility aids like walking sticks are permitted however larger aids like wheelchairs or scooters are unable to be fit on the coach. We often stay in charming older properties, our hotels often don't have lifts and sometimes have showers set over bathtubs which may present an issue to passengers with limited mobility. While accessible/ ground level rooms can be requested, this is subject to availability and unfortunately cannot not be guaranteed. The Heart of England tour has been rated a 4 on our 5 point Mobility & Physical fitness matrix meaning that a reasonable high level of fitness is required on this itinerary. Within the UK, a tour you might be interested in looking at with a lower level of fitness requirements is the Kent: The Garden of England tour which is rated a 2.
J
Jessica
Asked on May 5th, 2024
We're planning to visit London in September. And want to visit Liverpool, Scotland and 2 football derbies. Can you make this kind of tour package? For 12 people and for 8 days
Group size
Tour Details
- Back-Roads TouringOperator•Written May 2024
  In terms of tours, we are unable to make specialised tours. However, we do offer a range of tours that span across England and Scotland. I' think the tour below is the most likely tour you would be interested in: Highlights of Britain (London to Edinburgh via Liverpool). Join us for a classic journey that delves deep into Britain's fascinating history and culture. In England we'll trace the footsteps of famous writers and poets, uncovering the scenic countryside that inspired their greatest works. While in North Wales and Scotland, our journey will take in evocative scenery and dramatic castles – immersing ourselves in age-old traditions as we go. Experience it all on this unforgettable 11-day journey.
M
Matthew
Asked on March 1st, 2024
is it possible to have a tour without guide?
Operator
Tour Details
- Back-Roads TouringOperator•Written March 2024
  all of our tours have a driver and Tour Guide. We don't have an options to not have a guide.
M
Martha
Asked on February 19th, 2024
Are there elevators in the hotels? Are the tours each day drive by tours or is it on and off the bus each day?
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Back-Roads TouringOperator•Written February 2024
  A lot of the hotel don't have step free access due to a lot of them being boutique/traditional hotels. The tours do tend to be short walking tours, and while our tours don't require a high level of fitness, we generally advise that passengers need to be able to walk sporadically over an 8 hour day.
- M
  Martha
  Traveler•Written February 2024
  Would they be ok with bringing a walker? They will be able to walk sporadically like you mentioned but would want to have a walker if needed. Also, for the hotels, I know you mentioned that it wouldne be step free but he cant walk up multiple stairs to get to the room.
- Back-Roads TouringOperator•Written February 2024
  Unfortunately, a walker of this size would not be able to fit on this tour unless the tour they are looking to book has a reduced passengers size and is not sold out. Walking is also a fundamental part of our tours, and we can't always guarantee the hotels we stay in have lifts.
J
Jessica
Asked on October 21st, 2023
We are looking to link this 6 day London trip in between our travels. We will be arriving in London on the evening of the 12th October 2024. Would there be another tour running from the 13th of October 2024?
Tour Details
- Back-Roads TouringOperator•Written October 2023
  The last departure for our Heart of England tour is October 6th, we will not be running any departures after this date unfortunately. We also do not have any tours in Dubai.

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Heart of England

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London

London to Oxford to Stratford-upon-Avon

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Stratford-upon-Avon

Included Activities

Stratford-upon-Avon to Lacock to Bath

Included Activities

Bath

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Bath to Longleat House to Avebury to London

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