Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Guided Tour from London
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Enjoy three of England's most delightful destinations in just one day! Make sure you are in Victoria: Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SR for 7:30am as your coach will be leaving at 8:00am sharp! Highlights of the day: • See what’s inside the King’s favourite weekend residence • Marvel at the stunning interiors of Windsor Castle • Get up close with the mystery of Stonehenge • Wander through the cobbled streets of Oxford
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This wonderful day trip will take you to two of the UK’s most iconic attractions and one of the world’s most famous – and charming – cities. Make sure you are at the meeting point for 7:30am as your coach will be leaving at 8am sharp!
You will get to the first stop of the day, Windsor Castle, for about 9:30am. This 900 year-old castle perches proudly on a lush wooded hill overlooking the Thames. With its sweeping landscaped gardens and imposing turret, It’s easy to see why Windsor Castle is loved by King Charles II.
At Windsor Castle, enjoy a fascinating through–the–keyhole peek at the lavish State Apartments, home to priceless artworks by Rembrandt and Leonardo da Vinci, and visit the beautifully gothic St. George’s Chapel, the atmospheric final resting place of former monarchs including Henry VIII and Elizabeth II. The coach will leave Windsor Castle at about 11:30am to move onto the next part of your adventure.
From a 900 year-old castle to a 5,000 year-old monument – you’ll be taking a step even further back in time when visiting Stonehenge, to which you will get to for about 1:15pm. The true meaning of this ancient, awe-inspiring creation has been lost in the mists of time. Was Stonehenge a temple for sun worship, a healing centre, a burial site or perhaps a huge calendar? How did our ancestors manage to carry the mighty stones from so far away and then, using only the most primitive of tools, build this amazing structure? Surrounded by mystery, Stonehenge never fails to impress.
For your last stop of the day – see the beautiful town of Oxford, known for being home to the English-speaking world’s oldest university. On this walking tour of Oxford, follow in the footsteps of Oxford’s famous students (such as C.S.Lewis and Bill Clinton) as you stroll through the captivating college courtyards and cobbled lanes of this historic university town.
Take in the famous ‘city of dreaming spires’ and see the Bodleian Library – one of the oldest libraries in Europe – on your visit. You’ll be captivated by the unspoilt narrow alleys and ancient squares of this charming place. Your coach will leave Oxford at about 5:45pm. The estimated arrival time back in London is around 7pm.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You must bring the e-ticket provided to gain entry to this tour.
- Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesday, we will offer a walking tour instead on those days.
- Windsor Castle is a working royal palace and planned closures/disruptions may be subject to change. Please view the Schedule tab above for full information on closures.
- During peak periods, additional vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used
- When the State Apartments are closed the Precincts, Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and the Drawings Gallery will continue to be open.
- St. George’s Chapel is usually closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day. Worshippers are welcome to attend the services.
- Windsor Castle closures: 25 and 26 December – Castle completely closed.
- Our vehicles are modern, comfortable, and kept to the highest standards of cleanliness, including a deep clean every day
- Please note: the tour itinerary and order may change
- Signature Tour Option: Take advantage of the best views on the bus with our premium seating option and a knowledgeable live guide. Plus, enjoy a lunch pack. You will have access to Stonehenge, where you can admire the famous landmark.
- Signature Plus Tour Option: Soak up the amazing vistas on the bus with our premium seating option and a knowledgeable live guide. Plus, enjoy a lunch pack. Once at each location, you can enter Windsor Castle and Stonehenge, giving you a complete and immersive experience.
Reviews(1,713)
Kelvin And also the driver, Suk were very nice. The guide was amazing, top top, very knowledgable. Well chosen!
Kelvin and Armando make an excellent team. The day was fun, on time and educational with a flair. Thank you to them both for their professionalism and guidance. As a solo having good guides and drivers is very important to me.
Kelvin and Armando did great job! The tour is a fun, on time, and insightful. Thank you!
Danxia was incredibly knowledgeable and highly energetic throughout the 10hrs tour which made our tour very seamless and enjoyable. Very concise and simple mode of communication style that anyone can follow without any confusion. A blessed communicator. She’s the BEST! Martin was one of the finest captains of the Coach. He magically beat the traffic and made us reach each destination earlier than the schedule! Highly skilled. Great tour and I strongly recommend!
Thank you for your fantastic review and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that Danxia's knowledge and enthusiasm made your day so enjoyable, and that Martin's expert driving helped keep the tour running smoothly. Your kind words will mean a great deal to both of them. We hope to welcome you on another Golden Tours adventure soon.
The order in which the tour is rolled out was odd. I would suggest starting with the Tower of London and finishing in Westminster, especially on hot days. Also washroom breaks would have been appreciated.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your comments regarding the tour itinerary and the order in which the sights are visited. We are always looking for ways to improve the guest experience and will take your suggestions into consideration. We also appreciate your feedback regarding rest stops and understand that comfort is an important part of enjoying a full day tour. We hope to welcome you on another Golden Tours experience in the future.
Wonderful experience. Thank you Stefan and Henry. Stefan your well thought out details and information were very much appreciated. I learned a lot thank you Henry for keeping us safe on the road. You are an excellent chauffeur. Be Well! I was disappointed that we could not tour Windsor.
I really wish I could remember the guides name but she was fantastic. She spoke in English and Chinese and couldn’t have been more knowledgeable and interactive. I would 100% recommend her and this tour to anyone.
Our tour guide Jason and bus driver Kiran were great. They were both friendly and knowledgeable. The schedule was a bit rushed at Windsor and Oxford. I wish we had more time at those two places.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you had a good trip and that Jason and Kiran helped make your experience enjoyable with their friendly service and knowledge. We appreciate your comments regarding the time spent at Windsor and Oxford. As this tour covers several wonderful destinations in one day, the schedule is carefully planned to allow guests to experience as much as possible. We understand that you may have wished for more time at these locations and will take your feedback into consideration. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you on another tour in the future.
Jason and Quirin were simply super, provided with lots of interesting information we spent an incredibly eventful day!
Vielen Dank für Ihre wunderbare Bewertung. Wir freuen uns sehr zu hören, dass Sie einen so erlebnisreichen Tag mit uns verbracht haben. Es ist schön zu wissen, dass Jason und Quirin mit ihrem Wissen und ihren interessanten Informationen dazu beigetragen haben, Ihre Tour zu einem besonderen Erlebnis zu machen. Wir werden Ihr freundliches Feedback gerne an das Team weitergeben und hoffen, Sie bald wieder auf einer Golden Tours Reise begrüßen zu dürfen.
Full day worth of sightseeing but not enough time to wander at a leisurely pace or sit for a proper meal.
