Small-Group Day Tours of England from London
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Stratford, Cotswolds, White Cliffs, Canterbury, Kent, Stonehenge, Bath
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Five festive departures from London
Christmas in the Cotswolds
Make Christmas a day to remember. Escape London for honey-stone villages, peaceful lanes and festive magic.
Including Christmas Day, Boxing Day & the Bank Holiday
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Cotswolds villages · Small-group days outExplore with Shakespeare Coaches
Cotswolds day tours from London, Stratford-upon-Avon & Moreton-in-Marsh
See the villages, landscapes and stories that make the Cotswolds unforgettable in one thoughtfully planned day. Travel in a small group with a local driver-guide, with time to explore places such as Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Broadway and Snowshill on selected routes.
Every itinerary shows its exact stops, departure point and current availability on the individual tour page.
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Explore more of England in a day
From Cotswold villages and Shakespeare’s Stratford to ancient landmarks and the White Cliffs. Pick your departure point and find the day that suits you.
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One-day tours
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PopularCotswolds Day Tour from London
Bibury · Bourton-on-the-Water · Snowshill · Broadway · Stow-on-the-Wold
Top ratedShakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon & Cotswolds Day Tour from London
Bibury · Bourton-on-the-Water · Stow-on-the-Wold · Stratford-upon-Avon
New tourClarkson’s Farm & Cotswolds Day Tour from London
Diddly Squat · Stow · Hawkstone Brewery · Bourton · Bibury · The Farmer’s Dog
HotOxford & Cotswolds Day Tour from London
Oxford · Bibury & Arlington Row · Bourton-on-the-Water · Stow-on-the-Wold
New tourStonehenge, Bath & Castle Combe Day Tour from London
Stonehenge · Bath · Castle Combe
New tourCanterbury, Coast & White Cliffs Day Tour from London
Canterbury · Deal · White Cliffs of Dover
Local departureCotswolds Day Tour from Stratford-upon-Avon
Bourton · Bibury · Stow · Snowshill · Chipping Campden · Dover’s Hill
Local departureCotswolds Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh
Bourton · Bibury · Stow · Snowshill · Chipping Campden · Dover’s Hill
Christmas specialChristmas in the Cotswolds
Christmas Day, Boxing Day and more. Five festive departures from London.
Your day, your way
Private tours
Choose the places that matter to you. We can shape a Cotswolds, heritage or coastal day around your group, with an executive vehicle and a dedicated driver-guide.
Minibus Hire with a Driver
Private group transport, planned around your journey.
Our minibus and driver hire is available for airport and cruise transfers, corporate travel, weddings, family celebrations and group days out. Travel together in a comfortable vehicle with a dedicated driver and an itinerary built around your pickup points and schedule.
Tell us your date, group size, luggage and where you need to go. We can discuss one-way or return travel, multiple pickups and the right vehicle for your party, then provide a tailored quote.
Three Day Tours From London to Give You the Perfect Introduction to England
If you’re eager to explore the very best of London’s surroundings—without missing a single iconic landmark—Shakespeare Coaches has the perfect plan. Over three carefully designed tours, you’ll journey beyond the bustle of the capital to experience everything from medieval castles to sweeping coastal views and timeless literary havens.
On Day One, venture into Kent’s scenic countryside, where the White Cliffs of Dover soar above the English Channel and historic Dover Castle stands guard. Day Two transports you to Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, followed by the honey-hued villages of the Cotswolds—think picturesque lanes, thatched cottages, and rolling hills. Finally, Day Three delivers the ultimate blend of mystery and elegance with Stonehenge’s prehistoric allure, Bath’s Roman-era architecture, and Castle Combe’s storybook charm.
Each tour is structured to maximize your time, offering unique insights into Britain’s culture, history, and folklore. Our enthusiastic guides share captivating tales, highlight hidden gems, and might even throw in a dash of the macabre just to keep things interesting.
Why settle for a single sightseeing stop when you can discover the breadth of Britain in three fascinating days? Join us at Shakespeare Coaches to uncover England’s most treasured sites—and create memories you’ll be raving about long after you’ve returned home.
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