Blenheim Palace Tour and The Cotswolds Day Trip from London

Discover the resplendent English county of Oxfordshire, an area renowned for its rolling green hills, spectacular stately homes and quintessentially English market towns. See beautiful Blenheim Palace, where Sir Winston Churchill was born and raised, plus visit iconic filming locations from the popular BBC TV series 'Downton Abbey'.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Blenheim Palace, Woodstock OX20 1PP England

Blenheim Palace

This awe-inspiring stately home, the current private residence of the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough, is perhaps best-known as the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Admire the stunning details behind the portraits, tapestry and furniture in the lavishly decorated State Rooms, which includes furniture ornate furniture by Boulle, Savonniere carpet and the iconic 'Victories' series of tapestries celebrating the Duke's victory over the French armies of 'The Sun King', Louis XIV, at the Battle of Blenheim.

Enjoy a stroll through the beautifully landscaped formal gardens and more than 2,000 acres of parkland, or walk in the footsteps of Sir Winston Churchill; visit his most cherished outdoor places on the grounds of Blenheim Palace, including the spot where he proposed to Clementine Hozier. (Please note that admission is not included. You can purchase a ticket on the day of the tour)

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Bourton on the Water, High St, Bourton-on-the-Water GL54 2AP England

Bourton-on-the-Water is a village in the rural Cotswolds area of south-central England. Straddling the River Windrush, it’s known for its low bridges and traditional stone houses. The Cotswold Motoring Museum features vintage cars and a toy collection. Birdland is home to species including parrots, owls and king penguins, plus life-size model dinosaurs. The Model Village is a 1930s scale replica of the village. *Please note that you will show you Bourton on the Water or Bibury*

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Bampton Library Old Grammar School Church View, Bampton OX18 2NE England

The picturesque village of Bampton; the filming location for many of the famous landmarks featured on the popular period drama television series, Downton Abbey. You’ll see the buildings that played the part of the home of Isobel Crawley, the Downton Cottage Hospital, the church, and also the location for two fictional local pubs, The Grantham Arms and The Dog & Duck.

Duration: 45 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Please Note: this tour does not visit Highclere Castle"
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"For a wheelchair user : Please inform us in advance if you intend to bring wheelchair."
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 51 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 09:00 AM
Duration: 10 Hours
Start location: Victoria Coach Station, 164 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 9TP, UK

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Expert guide
• Superior Coach, Wi-Fi and USB Charging On-board
• Guided tour of Bampton village
• Optional entrance to Blenheim Palace Gardens only (if option selected)
• Panoramic drive through the Cotswolds
• Visit Bourton-on-the-Water
• Personal Audio Headset

Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Facilities