Shakespeare. Blenheim Palace & Warwick Castle private Tour
Visit the famous home of William Shakespeare, Stratford-upon-Avon is forever synonymous with history and culture. Set on the banks of the picturesque River Avon it is one of the most recognizable towns in the UK. Home to Blenheim Palace, The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, and of course the Royal Shakespeare Theatre what better place to visit to learn about Olde England than here. Blenheim Palace makes a great day out for the whole family. Located in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, it's one of largest houses in England and the only palace not directly associated with the Royal Family. Warwick Castle was built by William the Conqueror in 1068. Built by a king, the seat of a kingmaker and a vital stronghold in the Wars of the Roses and the English Civil War. Britain’s ultimate historical experience all year round. Action-packed and exhilarating live shows. This ticket to the castle includes access to all the daily shows. including Zog Playland Uniquely designed for Zog superfans
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Shakespeare. Blenheim Palace & Warwick Castle private Tour
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Shakespeare's Birthplace
Stratford-upon-Avon is forever synonymous with history and culture. A medieval market town in England’s West Midlands, is the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare. Possibly the most famous writer in the English language, Shakespeare is known for his sonnets and plays such as 'Romeo and Juliet' and 'Hamlet'. The Royal Shakespeare Company performs his plays in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and adjacent Swan Theatre on the banks of the River Avon. Other places of interest are Anne Hathaway’s cottage This is real-life ‘Shakespeare in Love’. Originally a farmhouse, this was the site where Wills courted Anne, who would later become Mrs Shakespeare. The pretty cottage has its original furniture and features, and the romantic gardens are the stuff sonnets are made of. Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm. The UK’s largest tropical butterfly attraction is an ideal rainy-day activity. Wander through exotic plants and gurgling waterfalls while hundreds of free-flying butterflies flutter around you. Countess of Evesham. Also known as Stratford’s ‘Orient Express’ this 70m restaurant cruiser drifts up and down the Avon along some of its prettiest stretches. For a day with a bit of a difference, you can visit The Mechanical Art and Design museum, but better known as the MAD museum in Henley Street which boasts "brilliant-but-bonkers machines" made by Kinetic artists. Items on show include mechanised flipbooks and a musical typewriter. *The Wizarding World of Dr Thaddeus Bombay at Creaky Cauldron Where Magic Begins Spread over three floors, the Wizarding World of Dr Thaddeus Bombay is a phantasmagorical experience of magical delights *After Dark at Creaky Cauldron Where Magic Begins Warwickshire’s Premier Scare attraction *Stratford's original theatre of fear, The Dark Arts Theatre Company present their Truly Terrifying Tales of History told by the original Master of the Macabre. *The Magic Alley at Creaky Cauldron Where Magic Begins A phantasmagorical emporium of magical delights from wands and spells to sweets and quirky gifts - all at the sign of the Creaky Cauldron
Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace was the birthplace of the 1st Duke's famous descendant, Winston Churchill, whose life and times are commemorated by a permanent exhibition in the suite of rooms in which he was born The 12th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and their family currently live at Blenheim Palace. Blenheim Palace is the only building in England other than royal buildings to be lucky enough to own the title of 'Palace'. This palace film locations for Transformers: The Last Knight (2017) Cinderella (I) (2015) Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation (2015) Spectre (I) (2015) and Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007)
Warwick Castle
Visit Warwick Castle, which is a medieval castle developed from a wooden fort, originally built by William the Conqueror during 1068. Warwick is the county town of Warwickshire, England, situated on a bend of the River Avon. The original wooden motte-and-bailey castle was rebuilt in stone during the 12th century
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Pick up and drop off
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Gratuities
- Blenheim Palace
- Warwick Castle
- Shakespeare's Birthplace
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This tour includes Pick up and drop off. We will pick you up from your hotel or private address and drop you back to the pickup point unless you advise us otherwise. there is no extra charge for pick up and drop off. * for Hotel pick up please wait in the lobby at the pickup time. * For private address, please wait outside the main entrance at the pickup time. If your hotel is not listed, please inform us at booking time or send us an email after booking your tour. If do not have your pick up details at the time of your booking, then please provide us your pick up details 12 hours before your tour start time. Or as soon as you have them The total duration of this tour is 12 hours. 6 hours for site visits and 6 hours Journey and Lunch.
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Ticket Redemption
This Ticket is not a pass to any sites to visit. If passes have been bought they will be delivered on the day of tour. Tours pick up and drop off at clients’ hotel. Tour pick up times are flexible but MUST be advised at time of booking. Tours do not include entrance fees. Chauffeurs provide a panoramic tour with historic highlights and luxurious transport to and from the sites visited but are not accredited tour guides. The tour descriptions are suggested itineraries, the passengers may visit any other sites within the tour areas that they may wish to visit, time permitting. The driver will discuss any specific requests with passengers on the day. Unfortunately, due to UK regulations chauffeurs are unable to escort clients into historic sites and are prohibited from offering highlights within the sites. Blue badge accredited guides are available upon request (subject to availability and additional costs). This tour includes Pick up and drop off. We will pick you up from your hotel or private address and drop you back to the pickup point unless you advise us otherwise. there is no extra charge for pick up and drop off. * for Hotel pick up please wait in the lobby at the pickup time. * For private address, please wait outside the main entrance at the pickup time. If your hotel is not listed, please inform us at booking time or send us an email after booking your tour. If do not have your pick up details at the time of your booking, then please provide us your pick up details 12 hours before your tour start time. Or as soon as you have them The total duration of this tour is 12 hours. 6 hours for site visits and 6 hours Journey and Lunch. All Tours are carried by Professional drivers with many years’ experience in providing these tours. All drivers are Licensed and regulated by TFL Transport for London. All vehicle are Licensed by TFL Transport for London. We only use latest model vehicles which are specifically selected for their comfort and reliability.
