Enchanting England & Wales: Stratford & Oxford 2025

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2 Days / 1 Nights (B 'n B or hotel)
Availability : Year Round
Start: Bristol, England
End: Bristol, England

Enchanting England & Wales: Stratford & Oxford : 1 nt Stratford-upon-Avon

Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or dhtour@dhtour.ca to book. 

From Way Valley’s Tintern Abbey to Shakespeare’s birthplace and the world-famous Oxford, this tour from Bristol showcases some of the best spots of the UK’s rich and historical past. Discover the beauty of the Wye Valley, not to mention the people and places that inspired the life and writing of William Shakespeare. And if you’ve always wondered what the fuss is all about over Oxford, now is the time to dive deep into the city and learn all about its past.

2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT / MAX 16 GUESTS / SMALL COACH

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Places you explore

Blenheim Palace – The birthplace of Winston Churchill and now the set of Bridgerton, explore the lavish grounds and halls of Blenheim Palace.

Tintern Abbey – Though in ruins, Tintern Abbey’s Gothic architecture still evokes the romance and beauty that inspired artists like Wordsworth and Turner.

Stratford-upon-Avon – The birthplace of Shakespeare, Stratford-upon-Avon is filled with charming Tudor architecture and rich literary history.

Oxford – Known as the city of dreaming spires, Oxford boasts Britain’s oldest university, Gothic quadrangles, cobbled lanes, lush gardens and canals.

Broadway Village – Often referred to as the’Jewel of the Cotswolds’, Broadway Village will charm and delight during your visit.

Wye Valley – From Silurian Limestone to extensive cave systems, this valley is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for a reason.
 

Pick Up Location & TIme

Bristol (Google Map)
Check-in closes at 08:45 (tour departs at 09:00) – Bristol Pick-Up, DoubleTree by Hilton, Redcliffe Way, Bristol, BS16NJ

Drop off Location & Time

Bristol
approx. 7:00pm

Price Includes

  • 1 nights Bed 'n Breakfast accommodation
  • Transport in a 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach
  • Air conditioning as standard
  • Daily full English breakfasts
  • The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
  • Admission to Tintern Abbey
  • Admission to Blenheim Palace

Meals

  • 1 breakfasts
  • 0 lunches
  • 0 dinners
  • 0 teas

Price Excludes

  • Entry fees to visitor attractions
  • Airfare
  • Transfers
  • Pre / Post hotel nights
  • Driver / Tour Leader gratuity is at your discretion
  • Travel Insurance
What to Expect

Explore in 16 seat mini-coaches, always taking the scenic route, you have great views through large windows, and you’re free to sample the local tipple without worrying about driving. Our driver-guides are famous for their knowledge, facts, quirky stories, history, and fairy-tales. They truly take you beyond the guidebooks and into your adventure. You make your trip your own. We provide the timetable; and you can choose where you want to eat and which attractions you pay to see. So, if you want to skip a castle and read your book by a mountain view, you can.

Itinerary

Day 1Tintern Abbey & the home of Shakespeare

Leaving Bristol bright and early, we travel north, crossing the River Severn into Wales and leaving England behind. This small country is rich with history, and this morning, you’re visiting Tintern Abbey. Located on the banks of the River Wye, there is plenty to discover about this 12th-century abbey. This materpiece of Gothic architecture fell into ruin after the Reformation, and became the focus of artists and poets; dominating the peaceful and scenic valley, it’s easy to see why this has become a national icon.

We continue through the forested Wye Valley back over the border into England, to Ross-on-Wye, a small but bustling market town that’s been a popular tourist spot since the 18th century. It’s no wonder why; nestled in the picturesque valley, there are plenty of quirky vintage shops to peruse, and local delis to grab some early lunch.

After lunch, it’s onwards to the rolling hills of the Cotswolds. Famous for the picturesque villages scattered between rolling hills, we take a scenic drive weaving through the fields towards the village of Broadway. Known as the ‘Jewel of the Cotswolds’, this is a great place to wander, with scenic streets lined with historic buildings and boutique shops. You can take your time meandering through the streets, before it’s time to head back on the road towards your overnight stop.

You’ll arrive to Stratford-upon-Avon in the late afternoon, with free time to explore the many historic sites before heading to your accommodation. As well as snapping some pictures of iconic timber-framed houses, you may want to visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace or Anne Hathaway’s House; fans of the bard, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Your overnight accommodation will be in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Day 2Blenheim Palace & Oxford

With all that Stratford-upon-Avon has to offer, you may be sad to leave this morning – but not for long, as your driver-guide takes you along a scenic route through the Cotswolds towards Blenheim Palace.

Arriving at Blenheim Palace, one of the grandest houses in England, you’ll be in awe. You have the full morning to explore the Palace State rooms and the extensive gardens of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is also our lunch stop for the day; and there is so much to choose from, with cafes, restaurants, and snack shacks scattered around the grounds.

Oxford truly is a dream destination and there is so much to discover, in this city famous for its Gothic architecture, and home to the oldest university in the UK. You might wander the canal and soak up the luscious scenery, or you’ll explore the alleyways filled with treasure-trove shops and great cafes. But, most of all, you’ll marvel at its architecture and history of this collegiate town. From Christ Church College and Cathedral to the dusty tomes slumbering at Bodleian Library, Oxford is impossible to ignore.

After a day filled with history and exploration, it’s time to return to Bristol. Your driver-guide takes you through the rolling hills of the Wessex Downs as you reminisce about the memories you’ve made. (B)

Dates and Prices - Authentic Bed 'n Breakfast accommodation
Departure Dates and Days Double/Twin (pp) Single Rate
2025: January to March – Thursday $450 $480
2025: April to May – Thursday $620 $660
2025: June to September –  Thursday $660 $710
2025: October –  Thursday $620 $660
2025: November to December – Thursday $580 $630

All guaranteed departures.

Dates and Prices - Hotel accommodation
Departure Dates and Days Double/Twin (pp) Single Rate
2025: January to March – Thursday $450 $620
2025: April to May – Thursday $640 $810
2025: June to September –  Thursday $690 $860
2025: October –  Thursday $640 $810
2025: November to December – Thursday $610 $780

All guaranteed departures.

Pricing

Pricing is per person (pp) based on twin/ double occupancy.
Rates are in $ CAD.

 


Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or dhtour@dhtour.ca  to book.

Ask us for the best available pricing for your dates & choice of airline.

 

Notes
Mobility: All of our tours involve walking and require our guests to board and disembark our vehicles several times a day making this tour unsuitable for those with reduced mobility.

Luggage: You’re restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person. 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.

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