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Runnymede National Trust - After a 1 hour drive from central London,
we will arrive in Runnymede. We will drive through this ancient meeting place in the meadow by the river Thames. This is where modern democracy sprung from Magna Carta in 1215. - Old Windsor - We will drive through Old Windsor where the 9 th century Anglo-Saxon kings once held court in their palace here.
- Windsor Great Park - We will drive by Windsor Great Park and Home Park.
- The Long Walk - We will see the processional route taken by the British Royal family into Windsor Castle and to Royal Ascot.
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Windsor - We will drive through the village of Windsor to the castle.
Here you will have 30 minutes to walk around or have a pub lunch. -
Windsor Castle - After clearing security we will enter the outer precincts of Windsor Castle. Here we can see the Round Tower and moat gardens and take some photographs.
If scheduled, we can see the Guard Mount.
We can then enter St George’s royal chapel which is a masterpiece of English Gothic architecture. Inside we can also see the final resting place of several monarchs. This will include King Henry VIII, as well as Queen Elizabeth II, her parents, grandparents and great grandparents.
From here we will walk into the State Apartments. Inside we will see many artefacts and art from the Royal Collection. -
Eton College - We can walk through, or drive by, Eton from Windsor. Here we can view the outside of Eton College for boys. You could also have pub lunch in Eton.
From here it is about an hour back to London.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water provided
- On-board WiFi access
- Start or finish your shore excursion at Southampton cruise ship terminal
- Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
- Complimentary same-day pickup and drop-off at LHR
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Experience the splendor and rich history of Windsor. Your ticket price includes entry! Enjoy the knowledge of your private guide and the comfort of an executive vehicle. Pick-up and drop-off from LHR included. Visit the ancient gathering site of Runnymede, where King John added his seal to the Magna Carta in 1215. Explore Old Windsor, once the court of the Anglo-Saxon kings, and take in the iconic Long Walk. Gaze upon Eton and its renowned college. Journey through the charming village of Windsor and inside the Castle, you’ll see the architectural and memorial footprints left by reigning monarchs. Discover royal paintings, sculptures and tapestries in the State Apartments. Step within the grandeur of St. George’s royal chapel, enriched by the insights of your guide. Pay your respects at the final resting place of several monarchs, including Queen Elizabeth II and her forebears.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
