Straddling the River Avon, Stratford-upon-Avon is the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare and a vision of beamed houses, medieval halls and quaint alleyways. This fantastic tour includes a cream tea cruise along the Avon, tastings at the artisanal gin-making Shakespeare Distillery and a day free to trace the hallowed footsteps of the Bard himself.
* Luxury coach travel* 1 night accommodation with breakfast* 3 course evening meal* Cream tea cruise along the River Avon* Tour & tasting at Shakespeare Distillery * Free time in Stratford-upon-Avon
Mercure Warwickshire Wall Hall & Spa, WarwickMercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel & Spa is a 4-star establishment nestled within 65 acres of picturesque English countryside in Warwickshire. The property seamlessly blends historical charm with modern amenities, offering guests a unique and tranquil retreat.
Rooms are located in the modern hotel building, these rooms are designed with contemporary decor and equipped with essential amenities for a comfortable stay. Guests can choose between double and twin bed configurations. Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, television, tea and coffee-making facilities, and an en-suite bathroom.
Sat - Morning departure as we make our way to Stratford upon Avon for some free time to explore this beautiful market town. We later head to the hotel and enjoy our 3 course evening meal.
Sun - We begin today with a 1-hour morning River Avon sightseeing cruise, gliding past Stratford’s sights and tree-lined riverbanks. Admire the views from our comfortable boat and tuck into a cream tea as we sail. This afternoon, we visit the Shakespeare Distillery, an artisan producer of historically themed spirits, including Stratford Gin. Here, we enjoy a guided tour and tasting experience, seeing how the drinks are made in the working distillery, discovering their history and ingredients, and finishing with a tutored tasting of the hand-crafted spirits, including a refreshing gin & tonic. Afterwards we commence the homeward journey.
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