Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds & Warwick Castle Tour ab London
Beschreibung
Rundgang durch Oxford Fahrt durch die wunderschönen Cotswolds Eintritt in Shakespeares Geburtshaus Exklusive private versteckte Edelsteine Tour im Warwick Castle Luxus klimatisiertes Fahrzeug
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Reiseverlauf
Tauschen Sie die Hektik Londons gegen eine wunderschöne Flucht ins Englische Land. Gehen Sie im aufregenden Warwick Castle zurück in die Vergangenheit, besuchen Sie die charmante Heimatstadt eines der berühmtesten Dramatiker Großbritanniens und schlendern Sie durch die schönen Straßen von Oxford! Ihr Bus fährt um Punkt 8:30 Uhr von Victoria, im Zentrum Londons ab – seien Sie mindestens 30 Minuten vorher da, um einzuchecken und sich auf Ihr britisches Abenteuer vorzubereiten!
Die erste Station des Tages ist Warwick Castle, ein markanter Ort voller Geschichte und Aktivitäten. Ursprünglich von Wilhelm dem Eroberer im Jahr 1068 erbaut, ist diese Burg heute ein hochinteraktiver Ort, der für jedes Alter geeignet ist. Spazieren Sie durch die wunderschöne Große Halle und Prunkräume, beobachten Sie Pfauen in den angelegten Gärten und erkunden Sie die Türme und Wälle des Schlosses. Treffen und begrüßen Sie die Erfahrung, während sie Warwick Castle von einem besonderen mittelalterlichen Gastgeber ankommen, sowie eine Einführung in die spektakuläre Burg. Sie können eine exklusive private versteckte Edelsteine Tour im Warwick Castle genießen. Unter der Leitung eines Fachkundiger Tourleiters erhalten Sie einen tieferen Einblick in die Geschichte der Burg.
Ihr Reisebus fährt durch die wunderschönen Cotswolds – seien Sie bereit für bildgewaltige Ausblicke auf diesen atemberaubenden Teil der Englischen Landschaft! Die Cotswolds wurden als Gebiet von herausragender natürlicher Schönheit ausgewiesen und umfassen verschlafene Dörfer, die an eine andere Epoche erinnern, lebhafte Marktstädte und unwiderstehliche Landschaften.
Von einem elektrisierenden Schloss zu einer idyllischen Englischen Stadt – der nächste Teil Ihres Abenteuers ist das malerische Stratford-upon-Avon, bekannt als Geburtsort und Grabstätte der Dramatikerlegende William Shakespeare. Sie werden das Haus besuchen, in dem er geboren wurde, und von seinen prägenden Jahren in Stratford-upon-Avon erfahren.
Oxford mit Kopfsteinpflasterstraßen, beeindruckender Architektur und einer ansteckend lebendigen Atmosphäre ist ein absolutes Muss. Während Sie durch diese Universitätsstadt schlendern und all die schönen Aussichten genießen, wird Ihnen Ihr Fortgeschrittener von Oxfords faszinierender Geschichte erzählen. Sie werden auch von den vielen renommierten Persönlichkeiten hören, die die Straßen von Oxford während des Studiums an der Universidad ITy geziert haben – es ist zweifellos eine beeindruckende Liste von Alumni!
Ihr Rundgang beinhaltet den Eintritt zur atemberaubenden Universitätskirche St Mary the Virgin aus dem 13. Jahrhundert. Dieses Juwel wurde von der Universität Oxford als eines ihrer ersten Gebäude übernommen und gilt als das spirituelle Herz von Oxford. Genießen Sie spektakuläre Sehenswürdigkeiten seines einzigartigen barocken Designs und erfahren Sie mehr über seine Schlüsselrolle innerhalb der Universität und Oxford Community.
Sobald Sie Oxford erkundet haben, wird es Zeit, nach London zurückzukehren – zu dem Sie gegen 19 Uhr zurückkehren werden.
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Wichtige Informationen
- In der Umgebung sind öffentliche Verkehrsmittel verfügbar.
- Kleinkinder müssen auf dem Schoß eines Erwachsenen sitzen.
- Reisende sollten mindestens eine gute Fitness haben.
- Bitte zeigen Sie dieses E-Ticket, um Eintritt zu dieser Tour zu erhalten.
- An Heiligabend bleibt Shakespeares Geburtshaus geschlossen.
- Signature Tour Option : Nutzen Sie die beste Aussicht im Bus mit unserer Premium-Sitzplatzoption und einem sachkundigen Fortgeschrittener. Genießen Sie ein Lunchpaket. An jedem Ort angekommen, haben Sie Zugang zu Warwick Castle und Shakespeare’s Birthplace, was Ihnen ein vollständiges und immersives Erlebnis bietet.
Bewertungen(812)
It was nice experience to visit all these places with near and dear ones. It was exhilarating and enjoyable journey
Overall, this was a well-organized tour that covered a lot of ground in one day, and our guide and driver did a good job keeping everything on schedule. However, there were several aspects that future travelers should be aware of. The biggest issue was the luggage policy. We were traveling onward after the tour and each had a carry-on suitcase. I contacted the company beforehand to ask if we could bring them, and was told no. They directed us to luggage storage at Victoria Station, which cost us £15 per bag. Once we boarded the coach, we discovered there was ample undercarriage luggage storage that easily could have accommodated our bags. To make matters worse, the tour didn’t even return to Victoria Station—it ended near Gloucester Road Station instead. We then had to make our way back to Victoria to retrieve our luggage, adding both time and expense to our day. The stop in Stratford-upon-Avon also felt far too rushed, given that this is where the tour expected us to get lunch. We had less than 90 minutes to find lunch and visit Shakespeare’s birthplace, which wasn’t enough time to enjoy either. An extra 15 minutes here would have made a significant difference. It could have been taken from the time we spent in Oxford. Warwick Castle was impressive, but our arrival coincided with numerous school groups. The castle was extremely crowded, making it difficult to enjoy the exhibits. Finally, if you’re booking this tour primarily to see the Cotswolds, you may be disappointed. The itinerary states you’ll drive through the Cotswolds, and technically that’s true, but we only skirted the edge of the region on the way to Oxford. We didn’t pass through any of the picturesque villages or scenic spots that make the Cotswolds famous. If seeing charming Cotswold villages is a priority, this probably isn’t the right tour. Another note: we were able to get student discount tickets online for much less than what the tour company was charging for tickets that included entry. For reference, our day was roughly: * 2-hour drive to Warwick Castle * 90 minutes at Warwick Castle * 30-minute drive to Stratford-upon-Avon * About 80 minutes for lunch and Shakespeare’s birthplace * 1½-hour drive to Oxford through the edge of the Cotswolds * 90 minutes in Oxford * 1½-hour drive back to London, arriving around 7:00 p.m. Overall, the tour is a good way to see several destinations in a single day, but it prioritizes covering a lot of ground over spending meaningful time at each stop.
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We are pleased to hear that you found the tour well organised and appreciated the efforts of our guide and driver in managing the itinerary. We are sorry to hear about the inconvenience caused by the luggage arrangements. While our tour information does advise that the tour concludes near Gloucester Road Station, we understand how frustrating the additional journey back to Victoria Station must have been. We appreciate you sharing your experience, and your comments regarding the luggage information have been passed on to our team for review. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the time spent at each location. As this tour covers several destinations in one day, the itinerary is designed to provide guests with an introduction to each area, including a scenic drive through parts of the Cotswolds region. Guests looking for more time to explore specific locations may prefer our tours that focus on fewer destinations. Guests can also customise their tour package by adding their preferred entry options or choosing our Signature option, which includes a lunch pack for a more enhanced experience. Thank you again for your constructive feedback. We hope to welcome you back on another Golden Tours experience in the future.
Great experience! Had a fun guide with Oliver who explained everything in a funny way. Enough time at every stop to explore all that has to be seen!
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you had a great experience exploring Oxford, Stratford, the Cotswolds, and Warwick Castle with us. We will be sure to share your kind words with Oliver. We are pleased to hear that his fun and engaging commentary helped make your day memorable. We hope to welcome you back on another tour soon.
Excellent. We love the tour guy
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds and Warwick Castle tour and had an excellent experience. It is great to know you loved the tour guide. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again soon.
I did enjoy everything we saw but wished we could have changed the order of the itinerary to see inside more places in Oxford. We got there last and therefore could not enter anywhere. Oliver, our guide, was very knowledgeable but could stay with the group (or carry a flag). He tended to walk very fast and I’m sure it was hard for the people in the back to keep up. Miguel, our driver, was very skilled. For anyone wanting a long day with a lot of driving, this tour is for you.
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the sights visited on the Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds and Warwick Castle tour and appreciated Oliver’s knowledge and Miguel’s skilled driving. We also value your comments regarding the itinerary timing in Oxford and the walking pace, and we will take this into consideration to help improve the experience for future guests. We hope to welcome you again on another tour.
Excellent tour, enjoyed the every minute of it. Oliver is fantastic guide, very knowledgeable and humorous, combines well education with entertainment. Miguel was the driver, equally highly skilled in his trade, nice ride and comfortable. Highly recommended the tour company and these gents for the future tours. Thank you !
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds and Warwick Castle tour and appreciated every moment of the experience. It is great to know that Oliver’s knowledge and humour made the journey both educational and entertaining, and that Miguel ensured a smooth and comfortable ride. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon.
We booked the Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds, and Oxford day tour as a family of four (two adults and children ages 9 and 14), and overall we had a wonderful experience. If you're looking for an introduction to several iconic parts of England without the stress of driving or navigating the rail system, this tour is an excellent choice. From the moment we departed, everything was extremely well organized. Our driver navigated the long day with professionalism and skill, making what could have been a tiring journey feel smooth and comfortable. Our tour guide was equally excellent—knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely enthusiastic about sharing England's history. Throughout the drive, she provided fascinating historical context, local stories, and practical information that made each destination far more meaningful than simply arriving and looking around. Her commentary added tremendous value to the day. Warwick Castle was, without question, the highlight of the entire trip—not just the tour, but our entire time in England. This is where I do have one criticism. The itinerary allows approximately 90 minutes at Warwick Castle. While that may be enough to see the castle, it is not enough to experience it. Warwick isn't simply a historic castle. It's an immersive family attraction with live demonstrations, reenactments, jousting, birds of prey, towers to explore, beautiful grounds, and interactive experiences throughout the day. We barely scratched the surface before it was time to leave. Our children absolutely loved it, and as we boarded the coach we realized we had missed many of the very things that make Warwick so special. If I had known beforehand how much our family would enjoy it, I honestly would have planned an entire day there instead of visiting multiple locations. Stratford-upon-Avon was charming. Walking through Shakespeare's hometown was enjoyable, and the timber-framed streets are beautiful. We chose to spend our time exploring the town rather than trying to see everything, which suited us well. The drive through the Cotswolds was lovely and provided a beautiful glimpse of the English countryside we otherwise would not have experienced. Oxford is unquestionably beautiful and historically significant, but after Warwick it was difficult not to feel rushed. Had I been planning independently rather than taking a coach tour, I probably would have traded some of the Oxford time for additional hours at Warwick Castle. That said, for first-time visitors it provides a wonderful introduction to one of the world's great university cities. Overall, I would absolutely recommend this tour, especially for first-time visitors to England who want to experience more than just London. My only advice is to manage your expectations. This is a sampler, not an in-depth visit. If you discover a place you truly love—as we did with Warwick Castle—you'll almost certainly leave wanting to return. For our family, that isn't a criticism of the tour itself. Rather, it's a testament to how extraordinary Warwick Castle turned out to be. And thanks to our outstanding guide and driver, the journey between each destination was just as enjoyable as the destinations themselves.
Thank you for your detailed and thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear your family enjoyed the Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds and Warwick Castle tour and that both the guide and driver helped make the journey smooth and engaging. It is great to know the experience worked well as an introduction to so many iconic locations, and we appreciate your feedback regarding timing at Warwick Castle. We are very pleased the day left such a positive impression and hope to welcome you again in the future.
Well organsised and very informative day out to Warwick Castle, Strafford on Avon and Oxford. Oscar was an excellent guide and Adam was a professional at the wheel.
Amazing tour, the only thing I would improve is the organization on the bus stop
Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds and Warwick Castle tour and had an amazing experience overall. We also appreciate your comment regarding the bus stop organization and will take this into consideration to help improve the experience for future guests. We hope to welcome you again soon.
The tour included visiting Cotswolds but we didn't actually stop there, we just passed by on the bus. The rest of the places was wonderful to visit.
Thank you for your feedback! We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed the tour overall. Just to clarify, the Cotswolds section is a scenic drive-through rather than a stop, as shown in the tour description. The rest of the itinerary is designed around visits and stops at the key locations included in the day. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and hope to welcome you on another tour soon.
