Windsor, Oxford and Stonehenge Tour; Do it your way – from London
Key Highlights
- Visit the best of Britain in one day – this tour is great for those short on time!
- You have the flexibility to decide exactly what you would like to do on the day
- Free walking tours are offered in Windsor and Oxford
- Round trip transportation in an air conditioned coach
- Book in confidence – the tour is operated by London’s oldest and most respected sightseeing operator
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Overview
This tour will take you to three of the United Kingdom’s must-see places; Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford.
Windsor has been an official residence of the royal family for more than 900 years. With its mystifying formations, Stonehenge has fascinated visitors for centuries, while Oxford, home to the world-famous Oxford University, has inspired many note-worthy scholars for decades, with C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien just some of the college’s former alumni’ Tolkien just some of the college’s former alumni.
Windsor Castle is, unfortunately, closed on these dates: April 9 & 10, May 5 and June 14 & 15
On the above days, you will be offered the tour as scheduled. However, since you will not be able to enter the Castle, you will be taken on a guided walking tour. Covering the turrets and the outer walls of the castle, the long walk (which is used for processions) and a great shot of one of the castle courtyards from the outer gates - this trail is as enjoyable as the one outside. You will also be able to see the quaint streets, learn how this town has played such an intrinsic part in UK history and see views of where the recent Royal Wedding Procession passed by. After the walking tour you will also have some free time to wander around this beautiful market town.
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Activity Schedule & Itinerary
Activity Schedule
When does it run?Daily
DurationApprox. 11 hours
Start time8:00am
Ending PointMeeting PointVictoria Coach Station
Please report at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time. This is mandatory to allow time for pre-departure briefing.The tour returns to Victoria Train Station.
Itinerary
At each destination, you can either spend the time at your leisure or choose from the activities offered by your guide on the day. If you choose these activities, simply pay direct on the day of the tour.
You’ll receive a personal audio headset for the duration of the tour, so you’ll benefit from live-guided commentary at every point of your tour enhancing your touring experience and bringing your guide’s commentary to life. At Stonehenge, you’ll be able to use your audio headset with a unique interactive map which will provide you with all of the key information about this famous site using your headset to interact with the map. Audio content is available in 10 languages.
In Windsor, your guide will give you the option to visit Windsor Castle (entrance purchased from the guide on the tour day) or you will have free time to explore this beautiful historic town at your own pace.
Continue to Stonehenge where you can take an audio-guided Stonehenge tour.
Lastly you will visit Oxford where you will embark on a fascinating guided tour of Oxford; you will see Christchurch College where Harry Potter was filmed, the Bodleian Library and the Sheldonian Theatre. There will also be free time for you to explore Oxford at your leisure’.
After your visit to Oxford, you will be taken back to London. You will arrive at Victoria Station at around 7:00pm.
Note: Windsor Castle is closed on certain dates. For more details, refer to the "Please Note" section.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Transport by air conditioned coach
- English speaking guide on board
- Visit to Windsor – option to visit the Castle on the day
- Walking tour of Oxford
- Visit to Stonehenge (purchase your entry on the day and explore this fascinating site)
- Free Wifi on the coach
- VOX RADIOGUIDE - microphone and headset system
Exclusions
- Entrance to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Audio guide of Stonehenge (payable on the day)
- Hotel Pick up
- Hotel drop off
- Lunch
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Please note
Voucher information: No need to print! You can show your voucher on your smartphone or other devices. (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)
Please call the activity operator at least 24 hours prior to start of the tour to confirm all details
We request you to carry some age proof document with you.
Visit to St George’s Chapel is not available on Sunday.
Viewing at Windsor Castle is restricted on Sundays as St. George's Chapel is closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day.
WINDSOR CASTLE
Windsor Castle is, unfortunately, closed on these dates: April 9 & 10, May 5 and June 14 & 15. On the above days, you will be offered the tour as scheduled. However, since you will not be able to enter the Castle, you will be taken on a guided walking tour.
The Sate Apartments are closed on April 16 & 22, May 4, 6 & 7 and June 16.
St. George's Chapel is closed on April 8, June 12 & 13 and August 1 (12pm onwards).
*You will visit the Windsor Castle on these dates, though the State Apartments & st. George's Castle will remain closed.
Sun 13th January – We will visit Hampton Court Palace instead, due to State Apartments & St George’s chapel closures.
STONEHENGE
Stonehenge will be closed to visitors on 20 June 20 & 21 June 20.
On 21 June 20, we will visit Avebury instead of Stonehenge. Avebury is a Neolithic henge monument containing three stone circles, around the village of Avebury in Wiltshire, in southwest England. One of the best known prehistoric sites in Britain, it contains the largest stone circle in Europe.Additional info
The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have.The change of guards at Windsor Castle takes place every second day. If you take this tour on such a day, you could witness the entire process. For the remainder, it is scheduled to take part on odd-numbered days. This schedule is set by the British Army and is subject to change. However, change of guard does not take place on a Sunday.Folding wheelchairs can be taken on the coaches however customers must be able to climb the stairs on and off the coach.Guests with smart phones or tablets can now remain fully 'connected' during their coach tour with fantastic FREE WI-FI! Using this complimentary service, international guests can avoid expensive 'roaming' fees when using an internet connection on board our coaches. At the start of the tour, guests are issued with a headset. The guide speaks to the guests using a radio microphone. With no interruptions from traffic noise, or other tour groups, guests now receive greater audio clarity and a far more intimate touring experience. -
Customer Reviews
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ULYSSES ABETONG, United States -
A splendid day
Really great trip. Charlotte was a great guide and made us feel very welcomed and informed throughout the day....
James Abad, United Kingdom -
Great Experience
Good exposure. However, the tour is less suitable for kid. The tour mostly tailor made for adult and must have something for kid...
Mohd aswad, Malaysia
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Simple and easy application
Muhammad Kurniawan, Indonesia, 23/Dec/2019 -
Can’t say a lot but this historical tour is amazing!
RENE RUEDA, United States, 21/Dec/2018 -
I loved our tour guide Claudia. She explained everything perfectly. And was funny which made it entertaining. I'd definitely do it again
Bridgette Becerra, United States, 15/Oct/2018
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