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Scenic Cotswolds Road Trip

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Day 1: Enchanting Villages

Birmingham, United Kingdom

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Urban Cafe

Fuel up with a hearty breakfast at Urban Cafe in Birmingham before hitting the road towards Stratford-upon-Avon.
Drive south on M40 for about 1.5 hours to reach Stratford-upon-Avon.
GBP 10, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Explore Stratford-upon-Avon

Visit Shakespeare's birthplace and stroll along the picturesque streets of this historic town.
Wander around the town on foot, visit Shakespeare sites.
GBP 15, 3 hours

2:00 PM

Lunch at The White Swan

Enjoy a traditional English lunch at The White Swan, known for its cozy ambiance and delicious pub fare.
Head to The White Swan in the town center.
GBP 20, 1.5 hours

4:00 PM

Drive through Charming Villages

Take a scenic drive through the charming villages of the Cotswolds, like Chipping Campden and Broadway, soaking in the quintessential English countryside.
Explore the Cotswolds villages by car.
Car rental fees, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at The Fox Inn

End the day with a delightful dinner at The Fox Inn, a traditional Cotswolds pub offering local dishes and cozy atmosphere.
Drive to The Fox Inn for dinner.
GBP 25, 2 hours
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Day 2: Historic Cambridge

Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Huffkins

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Huffkins, a charming bakery in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Head to Huffkins bakery in the town center.
GBP 8, 1 hour

9:00 AM

Visit Shakespeare's Grave

Explore Holy Trinity Church where Shakespeare is buried, paying homage to the literary genius.
Walk to Holy Trinity Church from the bakery.
GBP 5, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Drive to Oxford

Embark on a scenic drive from Stratford-upon-Avon to Oxford to explore this historic university city.
Drive southeast towards Oxford on A44, approximately 1.5 hours.
Petrol costs, 2 hours

1:30 PM

Lunch at The Eagle and Child

Enjoy a literary-themed lunch at The Eagle and Child, a historic pub where famous writers like C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien used to meet.
Head to The Eagle and Child for lunch in the city center.
GBP 18, 1.5 hours

3:30 PM

Explore University of Oxford

Walk around the prestigious University of Oxford, with its stunning architecture and rich academic heritage.
Visit university colleges and landmarks on foot.
GBP 10, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Return to Birmingham

Start your journey back to Birmingham with fond memories of the Cotswolds trip.
Drive north towards Birmingham on M40, approximately 1.5 hours.
Petrol costs, 2 hours
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