Inside the Royal Opera House in London, England

Royal Opera & Theater of England Tour: Private Recitals, Sublime Performances

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Countries Visited

England

Places Visited

Cambridge, Cam River, Stratford-upon-Avon, Avon River...

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Suggested Duration

14 Days

England captivates with its classical tones, Shakespeare's plays echoing from outdoor theaters and opera houses revealing the world's finest. This handcrafted England tour of operas and theaters takes you behind the scenes to private recitals, hidden history, and sublime performances. With music as the focus, you tour the iconic destinations of Southern England, enjoying spectacular evenings in eternal venues such as the Royal Opera House. Resonant and atmospheric, every day is a live highlight.

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Trip Highlights

  • Meet the conductors and musicians after absorbing the music at closed rehearsals and private recitals
  • Go backstage at the Royal Opera House and enjoy performances at the UK's preeminent performance space
  • Spend three nights in Shakespeare's birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon, culminating in an outdoor performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream
  • Explore the palaces and stately homes of England, including fabulous Blenheim Palace and a performance of Verdi in Grange Park
  • Discover the historic town of Winchester and its connections to Jane Austen
  • See three opera performances in London as you complete the tour with four nights in the regal capital
  • Savor the splendor of the English countryside and partake in iconic English activities, like punting on the River Can and exploring lush landscaped gardens

Detailed Description

The home of Shakespeare, the regality of London's opera houses, and the outdoor theaters that come alive on midsummer nights... England in the summer is filled with live performances. From the Royal Opera House to a crumbling neoclassical mansion, there's always a venue that befits the production. And there's always a fresh and inspiring performance that captures the essence of regal England. This handcrafted England tour of operas and theaters goes beyond the ticketed productions. You go behind the scenes, listening to closed rehearsals and private recitals, meeting the conductors, and immersing yourself in the opera and theater of England. On the way, you embark on the finest England tours of the palaces and gardens of the past, like magnificent Blenheim and a spectrum of country estates. You also get to stay in the country's quintessential historical destinations: Cambridge, Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford, Winchester, and London.

This summer itinerary is provided as an example of what can be custom tailored. The exact details will be dependent on the performances that coincide with your travel dates. June and July are the ideal times to visit, enabling you to enjoy sultry evenings of outdoor theater and the summer opera season. Cambridge University's King's College provides a sublime introduction, its famous choir putting on a private performance after you meet its Director of Music for lunch. From the university town, you travel to Shakespeare's birthplace and spend three days in Stratford-upon-Avon. A local guide reveals the unknown side to Shakespeare’s history before a performance by the Royal Shakespeare Company. As you travel across the country, you discover Tudor manor houses and landscaped gardens, with each day an opportunity to see another slice of England's heritage.

The opera reverberates around Oxford and Winchester, Verdi and Tchaikovsky, leaving exquisite tones across ancient cities. History is etched into every wall; from 17th-century art collections to ancient mansions and cathedral spires. Between the performances, there's lots of free time to savor England's relaxed rhythm, complete with afternoon high tea and the winding streets of cobblestone. Four nights in London completes the itinerary, and there are three unique performances to enjoy at the Royal Opera House, Shakespeare's Globe and Glyndebourne Festival. Spend days absorbing the charms of the capital, with the evenings lost in the productions. Free time ensures you can explore the London of your imagination, while a series of sublime dinners provide the perfect pre and post-performance entertainment.

Starting Price

$8,000 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

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  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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Our drivers were also very professional and friendly, and made the transfers between locations so simple and stress-free for us. Honestly we have nothing but good things to say about every moment of this vacation, from the afternoon tea to the "Harry Potter" studio tour.

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