A Shakespearean Masterclass Traveller Reviews

Our tour guide James was amazing, he was interesting and engaging. He made us want to learn more all the time. The itinerary was packed and filled with interesting opportunities, some optional and some mandatory, a good mix. Everything ran smooth and there was nothing to complain about, it was worth every penny. I would mention the pace was a bit slow as I think the tour agency is used to plan tours for the elderly segment, but it was fine and a good lesson in patience for us youngsters. All in all a grand tour with amazing tour guides (the highlight), very fine accomodation and smooth travelling. Ciceroni Tours can definitely be recommended.

James Howard and his wife Suzi was out tour guides. They were both very attentive to every participant and interested in us and our stories. James is very engaging and can tell a story like no other. Shakespeare might have had his pen as hiw sword, but James definitely has his speech as his sword and advantage. He is easy to be around and makes you feel welcome and at ease at all times. James is one of those guides you would take a tour with even though you weren't really that interested in the subject of the tour itself. We five who travelled together were all very impressed with James and his knowledge - he had his small notebook with quotes and contact information, besides that it seemed as if he has all his knowledge in his head and that is impressive.

We stayed at the GrangeSt Paul hotel from where we visited the Sam Wanamaker Theatre, seeing "A Winter's Tale" and also saw Eileen Atkins replicating Ellen Terry's Shakespearean speeches - a tour de force. We also had dinner overlooking the Thames at night and had lunch in Middle Temple in the Great Hall. All in all a very interesting and happy experience.

I have travelled both in this country and abroad including Boston USA with this particular company and have always found them to be excellent. They find good locations and have knowledgeable guides. I am going to Italy with them in April/May this year and I am looking forward to it.

The tour involved 2 performances at The Rose Theatre (Part of The Globe complex) with a backstage exploration/explanation, as well as a walking visit to sites in the vicinity with connections to Shakespeare's writing and acting Company during his London period. The group was a sensible size, and we enjoyed pre-booked meals in appropriate restaurants. A very satisfactory 'Long Weekend'

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