Stratford-upon-Avon & Oxford - 1 day

Overview      
Stratford-upon-Avon is a small, pretty town on the banks of the River Avon, famous for once being the home to one of the most important playwrights of the English language, William Shakespeare. Oxford's dreaming spires dominate the city skyline. But Oxford has more than just the University; interesting museums including Britain's oldest public museum, the Ashmolean, a vibrant shopping centre, a fascinating history and plenty of attractions.

What can I See?
Oxford University, the oldest in the UK
The home of Britain's most famous playwright, William Shakespeare
The North Cotswolds, one of Britian's most beautiful areas of countryside

Plan for the day      
On arrival in Stratford-upon-Avon, your guide will take you on an informal walk of the town including a visit to Shakespeare's grave in Holy Trinity Church. The tour concludes at the birthplace museum, the house that Shakespeare was born and lived in as a boy (Entry optional). After lunch, we take the short journey to Oxford through the beautiful landscape of the northern Cotswolds. In Oxford your guide will introduce you to the sights of the city centre and the colleges explaining the history of the University. Then wander the college-lined streets or the beautiful parks to soak up the atmosphere of one of the world's great academic cities. Back to Cambridge mid-evening.

What is included?

What can I do in Oxford?
Visit the colleges (Harry Potter was filmed at Christ Church College); Climb Carfax Tower for great views; Go punting; Visit the Ashmolean Museum, Britain's oldest Museum; Visit The Bodleian Library, one of only five "copyright" libraries in Britain

Entry Fees

Itinerary
Leave Cambridge at 08:00; Arrive in Stratford at 10:00; Informal guided walk & Free time; Leave for Oxford at 12:45; Arrive in Oxford at 14:00; Informal guided walk & Free time; Depart Oxford at 18:00; Arrive in Cambridge at 20:00. (MAP) Please note that this tour is operated by Roots Travel & Tours www.roots-travel.co.uk