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Christmas in Stratford-upon-Avon

From £1,449
Duration 5 Days
Departures from: Dec 2024 - Dec 2024
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From £1,449
Duration 5 Days
Departures from: Dec 2024 - Dec 2024

Tour Overview

Head to the iconic market town of Stratford-upon-Avon to learn about the life and works of literary great, William Shakespeare and discover the many myths and legends of Warwick Castle, in between the Christmas festivities.
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Your Holiday Includes

  • Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide
  • 4 nights in a 4-star hotel
  • 9 included meals: 4 breakfasts, Christmas Day lunch with a glass of fizz, 4 dinners, and a welcome cream tea
  • All highlights included

Included Holiday Highlights

  • Walking tour of Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon
  • Visit Warwick Castle
  • Enjoy a traditional Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings

Itinerary

Day 1 Stratford-upon-Avon

Head to your hotel in the medieval market town of Stratford-upon-Avon, where there will be a welcome cream tea on arrival. Check in and get to know your surroundings before meeting your fellow travellers for dinner at the hotel. Meals included: D

Day 2 Christmas Eve, Stratford-upon-Avon

After breakfast today, we join a local guide for a walk into town to learn about the history of William Shakespeare’s life and works. Stratford-upon-Avon is steeped in the history of Shakespeare, many locations in the town, related to his and his family's life, are preserved as Britain's national heritage and visited by millions of people every year in a bid to celebrate his life and work. See Shakespeare's New Place, where he lived towards the end of his life; upon his death, New Place became the home of his daughter, Susanna Hall. Enjoy the beautiful architecture of the Guild Chapel and Guildhall, where Shakespeare is said to have attended school. Pass Hall's Croft, the original home of his daughter, on your way to Holy Trinity Church; the final resting place of William Shakespeare and his wife Anne Hathaway. Finally, enjoy the scenery as you walk along the River Avon.
Tea, Coffee and Mice pies will be available on your arrival back at the hotel and a three-course dinner served this evening. Meals included: B,D

Day 3 Christmas Day, Stratford-upon-Avon

Merry Christmas! Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and morning at leisure before joining your travelling companions for a glass of fizz followed by a traditional three-course Christmas lunch. Spend the afternoon as you wish, there will be tea, coffee and Christmas cake served in the bar and a casual dinner this evening. Meals included: B,L,D

Day 4 Boxing Day, Warwick Castle

Enjoy a Boxing Day visit to one of the most iconic castle in the UK, Warwick Castle. Today you will have the chance to explore the castle, learn about it’s long and tumultuous history including great battles and ancient myths, and also enjoy the extensive grounds. We return to the hotel for a farewell dinner. Meals included: B,D

Day 5 Stratford-upon-Avon

A last leisurely breakfast before departing, and making your way home. Meals included: B

Additional Information

Car parking charges may apply - please see the hotel website for more details.

Accommodation (as specified or similar)

Doubletree by Hilton Stratford-Upon-Avon

The 4-star DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel is perfectly located in the centre of historic Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of renowned playwright William Shakespeare. Facilities include a lounge, restaurant and bar. Guest rooms feature en-suite facilities, air-conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer and TV. If you wish to upgrade to a deluxe room for a supplement please call and our Holiday Advisors will be happy to assist.

The 4-star DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel is perfectly located in the centre of historic Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of renowned playwright William Shakespeare. Facilities include a lounge, restaurant and bar. Guest rooms feature en-suite facilities, air-conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer and TV. If you wish to upgrade to a deluxe room for a supplement please call and our Holiday Advisors will be happy to assist.

Further Information

Average group size of our tours

Our holiday group sizes do vary from tour to tour - but we have an average group size of 26. Big or small, there’ll be plenty of opportunities to socialise with your fellow travellers. So, whether you fancy making friends at mealtimes or feel like being friendly by the pool, you’re guaranteed a great time whatever size your group is.

Deposit information

When you book a holiday, you will be asked to pay a deposit, this will be made clear at the time of booking. In most cases we will charge the following deposit amount;

  • UK Holidays - £150 per person
  • European Holidays - £200 Per person
  • Worldwide Holidays - £250 or 10% whichever is the greater

On some holidays we may charge a slightly higher deposit, to cover any costs we have to pay immediately to secure your booking with our suppliers. This will be made clear at the time of booking.

If you choose a tour that is within 84 days of departure you will need to pay the full balance when you book.

Our cancellation policy

If you decide to cancel your confirmed booking you must notify us (or your travel agent) in writing, as soon as possible. Since we incur costs in cancelling your arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below.

  • More than 75 days before departure - Loss of deposit only
  • 43 - 74 days - 50% of tour price
  • 29 - 42 days - 75% of tour price
  • 15 - 28 days - 90% of tour price
  • Day of Departure - 14 days - 100% of tour price

Our full cancellation policy can be found in our booking terms and conditions, section 8.

How do I find out Entry and Health Requirements for my holiday?

We have partnered with Sherpa, an on-line self service tool that allows you to search up-to-date information regarding travel entry requirements for all countries and also allows you to apply for eVisas or eTAs via their on-line portal. Just click on this link to find out more – Travel requirement & Visa Service.

You can also refer to the Foreign Travel Advice section on the gov.uk website: Foreign travel advice - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Click on your destination and then click on 'Entry Requirements'. For Health Requirements, the Department of Health also offers travellers health advice on www.travelhealthpro.org.uk, click on country information to locate your destination.

It is important to remember that passport, visa and health requirements can change before departure; therefore, we recommend you regularly familiarise yourself with the latest requirements before you travel. If you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements, we are unable to accept any responsibility.

For some destinations, it is not always discernable that a visa is required for entry at the border.  For example, for some customers, to travel to the United States, an ESTA may be required. For Canada, an ETA and to India, an e-visa may be needed. Please do check your requirements to avoid any unnecessary cost and delays.

 

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