Dragaud Sojourns

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THEATRICAL LONDON

This tour is designed to introduce you to the bustle and energy of London and its superb theatre community by allowing you to interact directly with the residents of London themselves, experiencing their way of life as a participant rather than simply an observer. In eschewing the massive, mass-marketed buses aimed at tourists for ground level guided walks and the Tube you will be provided a more intimate contact with London's traditional way of life and you will depart with a more complete understanding of this great city and its impressive theatres. A day trip to Shakespeare's Stratford-Upon-Avon, your own personal guide, and lots and lots of theatre make this a trip you will not soon forget.

Day 1	Departure on overnight flight from U.S.
Day 2	Early morning arrival in London and transfer to your hotel. Your in-depth exploration of the theatre capital of the world begins at a leisurely pace, allowing you to acclimate to the change in time and become acquainted with the city and its transportation system. The influence of the theatre in this city is omnipresent and you will suffer no shortage of options in your pursuit of theatrical highlights. There is no better place to begin than the newly reconstructed Globe Theatre. We will also use these first days to explore London's history with a tour of some of its most famous spots, including the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, and Covent Garden. Your first taste of London theatre awaits.
Day 3	We leave London for a day-trip to Stratford-Upon-Avon, renowned as the home of the greatest playwright of all, William Shakespeare.
Day 4-6	The next 5 days will be devoted to the continued exploration of this great city and all it has to offer. Highlights include: Four theater performances A back-stage tour of the National Theatre (or equivalent). Guided tour of The Globe Theatre A guided Jack the Ripper tour in the East End of London. Buckingham Palace for the Changing of the Guards (if available). A guided Big Bus sightseeing tour of the city A guided river tour on the Thames A visit to the British Museum A walking tour of your choice with local guide A visit to the Covent Garden Theatre Museum
Day 7	Departure for the airport and your return to the U.S.

London offers an abundance of sightseeing opportunities and in addition to the above visits plenty of free time will be allowed so that you might explore London as you wish.