Blenheim Palace and the Cotswolds

Type of tour : Full day tour - castle,architect,historical,religious,landscape
Departure location : 4 Fountain Square, 123-151 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9SH, UK
Duration : Approx. 10 hours

The Cotswolds
Bursting with history and heritage, the Cotswolds is a charming blend of breathtaking natural beauty, bustling market towns and sleepy villages. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the Cotswold’s picturesque villages.

Blenheim Palace* and Woodstock
Drive through the quaint village of Woodstock and be seduced by its beauty. Bask in the beauty of Blenheim Palace! Early arrival ensures an almost private visit of Blenheim Palace. Built in the early 1700’s, the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill is a mind field of magnificence. From its sumptuous state rooms, to its sweeping lawns and lavish lake, the Palace has it all! On your visit, admire the priceless treasures and discover where Churchill was born. Wander around the gorgeous gardens designed by Capability Brown.

Lunch
Burford - built on a steep high street leading to the River Windrush and its medieval bridge. Tantalise your taste buds in a traditional English pub and admire the quaintness of this old wool town.

Bourton on the Water
Renowned as the "Venice of the Cotswolds", this picturesque village boasts many of the Cotswolds traditional features, from its elegant low ridges to a magnificent Main Street.

Stow-On-The-Wold
The highest town in the Cotswolds and bursting with charming traditional houses!

Estimated arrival time back to London is around 18.30.

Includes
- Private visit to magnificent Blenheim Palace
- Optional lunch in a Cotswold Village
- In depth look at the Cotswolds
- Visit several picture postcard villages

Excludes
- Meals and drinks (unless specified)
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses

Please Note
* For 1 November instead of visiting Blenheim Palace we will visit several Cotswold villages and include Cotswold cream tea.