River Avon Tours and Tickets

Boxing Day is the day after Christmas when Brits visit loved ones, tuck into leftover turkey, and hit the stores in search of Boxing Day sale bargains. Steer clear of the shoppers and swap London's city sights for the beauty of rural England on this full-day trip. Step back into the Middle Ages at Warwick Castle, enjoy a guided tour of the honey-hued city of Oxford, and see the birthplace of William Shakespeare and stop for lunch in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Combine shopping with Shakespeare on a full-day tour of Stratford-upon-Avon, the Cotswolds, and Bicester Village from London. Beginning with free time in Stratford-upon-Avon - medieval town and birthplace of William Shakespeare - you'll continue to Bourton, known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' due to its canals and cafes. Spend more free time browsing more than 130 high-end boutiques in Bicester Village shopping outlet.

Maximize your time in Bath and enjoy an alternative perspective of the city on a 3.5-hour cruise on the Avon River. On a vintage 1960s boat, you'll glide downstream past picturesque countryside and historic monuments. Refresh with lunch (own expense) in The Locksbrook Inn, a welcoming establishment that boasts views of the River Avon, during relaxed free time. This small-group tour is limited to eight passengers to ensure an intimate atmosphere.

Trade London's hectic Boxing Day sale crowds for three of England's most famous towns and attractions. On the day after Christmas, board a comfortable coach and set off from the capital into the quintessential English countryside. Get up close to the stately Windsor Castle, one of the Queen's official residences; unravel the myths and legends surrounding the UNESCO-listed Stonehenge; tuck into a traditional English lunch in the pretty town of Amesbury; and wander amid 18th-centry Georgian architecture in Bath.

Discover two gems of southern England on this full-day coach trip to Stonehenge and Bath from London. Travel to Stonehenge, a prehistoric stone monument that rises imperiously from Salisbury Plain. Gaze at the gigantic stones, learn how the monument was used, and then continue to the UNESCO-listed city of Bath to discover this gorgeous 18th-century city independently. Choose to stroll the elegant Georgian streets and see top Bath attractions such as the Royal Crescent as you wish; or upgrade to visit the stunning Roman Baths or Jane Austen Visitor Centre.