First time tour of England: 4 Days of highlights outside of London!


This carefully crafted tour is the perfect introduction to England’s most iconic and enchanting destinations beyond the capital. Over four captivating days, you’ll experience the timeless allure of the English countryside, uncover rich historical narratives, and embrace the charm of renowned landmarks. You’ll immerse yourself in the essence of rural England, exploring celebrated regions known for their quintessential villages, rolling hills, and honey-colored cottages. Along the way, you’ll visit iconic historical sites like Stonehenge, the Roman Baths, Warwick Castle, and Blenheim Palace, and discover some of the Cotswolds’ most famous towns. Whether you’re drawn to history, architecture, or breathtaking scenery, this tour provides the perfect gateway to England’s treasures.

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Day 1 – Our Famous Cotswold Tour

  • Discover golden-stone cottages, medieval market towns, and rolling hills of storybook scenery.
  • Explore iconic locations including Chipping Campden, Stow-on-the-Wold, and riverside Lower Slaughter.
  • Step into hidden gems like Blockley, Snowshill, and Stanton — filming locations for beloved shows and films.
  • Pause for a traditional pub lunch with local ales and food or enjoy cream tea in a cosy tearoom.
  • Admire thatched cottages, historic churches, and sweeping countryside views

Day 2 – Bath & Stonehenge

  • Walking tour of the glorious City of Bath.
  • Visit the remarkable Roman Baths & Bath Abbey.
  • Walk among the iconic stones with an expert guide who will share the mysteries and legends surrounding Stonehenge.
  • Discover the Amesbury Museum and Heritage Centre, where you can delve into the area’s rich past.

Day 3 – Shakespeare, Warwick Castle & The Cotswolds

  • Delve into the wonderful Warwick Castle.
  • Explore all of Shakespeare’s Attractions.
  • Take a Boat (Optional) past Shakespeare’s Burial Church.
  • Walking Tour of Stratford-upon-Avon.
  • Visit the Cotswold Famous Towns & Villages.

Day 4 – Oxford & Blenheim

  • Wander one of Britain’s finest Palaces.
  • Guided walking tour of the historic City of Oxford.
  • Discover the filming spots of Harry Potter, Endeavour & Downton Abbey.
  • Explore as many of the 38 Oxford colleges as you like.
  • Visit Sir Winston Churchill’s grave.
10 January 2025

Personalized, Lovely Experience!

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This was my second time working with CT&T to plan a multi-day Cotswold experience–first for my parents, and then for myself & my husband. The team were extremely responsive and creative in developing our itinerary. They took all of our interests into consideration and selected wonderful tour guides and educators to complete our experience. Our Clay Pigeon Shooting experience wi...

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