Arrive at London Heathrow where you will be greeted by Victoria. A full English breakfast will be provided upon arrival. This morning you may wish to visit Westminster Cathedral followed by Westminster Abbey. Then walk around London, maybe a stop at the new Horseguards Museum near Downing Street, with your guide/escort before dinner. Overnight in London. B/D
Day 3
Begin your day at 8:30am with a guided bus tour of London, including Buckingham Palace for the Changing of the Guards. Then to Hampton Court Palace for lunch, on your own, and a tour of Hampton Court Palace. Dinner on your own this evening before the theater performance of Billy Elliott. Overnight in London. B
Day 4
After breakfast, take the metro to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre and Rose Theatre where you will participate in a guided tour of the theatre, exhibition, and Rose Theatre. Then have lunch on your own at noon. Next, visit St. Paul’s Cathedral en route to the tower of London before your dinner in London. Overnight in London. B/D
Day 5
Early morning departure from London for Oxford. Walk around the Colleges and Gardens. Then to Warwick Castle before continuing on to Stratford-upon-Avon. Dinner and a theatre performance of Taming of the Shrew in Stratford this evening. B/D
Day 6
After breakfast, visit Shakespeare’s birthplace, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and the Holy Trinity church where both are buried. Return to London for a Thames river cruise. Dinner will be near the London Eye, and then a short walk to the Eye for an evening ride. Overnight in London. B/D
Day 7
Pack up and be prepared to depart the Hotel. Then, transfer to London Heathrow Airport for your return. B