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1-Day Blenheim Palace & Cotswolds Tour from London

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US$107
¥725
€94
C$150
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Duration: 1 day Language: English Select Sightseeing - Full Day escorted Tour to Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Winston Churchill, and the Enchanting Cotswolds.

Itinerary

Day 1:Woodstock, United Kingdom - Cotswolds, United Kingdom(32 km)

Meals: Meal: Excluded
Our team will be waiting to greet you by our Welcome Desk at Victoria Coach Station, and will direct you to the correct departure gate. Victoria Coach Station is a 10-15 minute walk from London Victoria Station and Victoria Underground Station, and our Welcome Desk is located in-front of Gates 1 and 2: Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time for boarding.
The first part of our journey sees us head out of the hustle and bustle of London and into the serene expanses of the Cotswolds, England's largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Nestled in the rolling hills is the quaint village of Bampton. This little traditional English village has most recently been the filming location for the popular period drama television series, Downton Abbey. You'll see the home of Isobel Crawley, the Downton Cottage Hospital, the village church, as well as the location for two fictional local pubs, The Grantham Arms and The Dog & Duck.
After a brief journey through some of the most beautiful countryside in England, we will arrive at our next destination. Straddling the River Windrush is the lovely village of Bourton-on-the-Water, also known as the 'Venice of the Costwolds'. This quintessentially English village is a must-see for all visitors to the Cotswolds.
Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea experience in a riverside café, or take a stroll down the river banks and peruse the eclectic mix of local stores offering everything from homemade ice cream to charming gifts for friends and family back home.
Then we will visit 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 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 designed by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown 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.

Your Tour will finish outside London Victoria Train Station, centrally located and easily accessible by national rail and underground, it is serviced by the Victoria, District and Circle Lines and is in Travel Zone 1.

  • Woodstock, United Kingdom
  • Blenheim Palace
    This UNESCO World Heritage Site is an English "country home" that was the birthplace of Winston Churchill, the Prime Minister during World War II. The palace has been the home of the Churchill family for more than three centuries.
  • Cotswolds, United Kingdom
  • Bibury
    This civil parish in Gloucestershire is a quaint village with lovely architecture. Arlington Row has been made an architectural conservation area for the lovely little line of cottages that were built in 1380.

Departure & Return

LocationAddressDepartureReturn
London, LND8:30am
London, LNDno stop7:00pm

*Return time is an estimate and varies based on traffic and weather conditions.

  • Tours will start at 9:00am from Victoria Coach Station (boarding commences from 8:30am).

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

Guided tour of Bampton where scenes from Downton Abbey were filmed
Visit the beautiful Cotswold villages of Bibury and Bourton-on-the Water
VOX Personal Audio Headset
Superior coach with reclining seats, free wifi
Professional tour guide

Price Excludes

Optional Admission Fees:
Activity Adult Child(17-) Senior(60+)/Students(21+with ID)
Blenheim Palace & Gardens GBP 21.50 GBP 11.80 GBP 17.00
Lunch in the Cotswolds GBP 11.00 GBP 11.00 GBP 11.00
2 Venue Package GBP 30.00 GBP 22.00 GBP 27.00
Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Tickets may be purchased from your guide.
  • Pick up and drop off at your hotel
    Meals, drinks or personal expense
    Gratuities to guide and driver

    Additional Notes

    Entrances can be purchased from your guide on the day
    Return Tips: For full day tours we offer convenient returns. Our guides will find out where everyone is staying in London while on tour. Then they will plan a route through London that is convenient for you, or advise you how to take the Underground or Bus services back to your hotel.