Windsor Castle Private Tour: Inside Oxford University and Self-Guided Cotswold Exploration
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Experience the grandeur of Windsor Castle and the beauty of Oxford University on this private tour. Explore the historic sites and architectural wonders, and discover the picturesque charm of the Cotswolds.
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Windsor Castle - Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, and King Charles III loves to spend his weekends in this stunning fortress. Built in the 11th century by William the Conqueror, the castle is still a favorite residence of the royal family. This sprawling grand home covers an area of 13 acres and overlooks charming Windsor town – pay the castle a visit and find out why our royals have lived here for centuries!
    Included with this ticket is Multimedia audio guide inside the Castle

  • St. George’s Chapel - St George’s Chapel is an imposing Gothic building and the resting place for a number of British monarchs. These include Edward IV, who built the Chapel, Henry VIII and Jane Seymour, Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother. Services are held regularly and this quiet church is a peaceful addition to a Windsor Castle visit.

  • The State Apartments - Take a look inside the heart of the working palace – the State Apartments. Regularly used for ceremonial and official occasions, the Apartments are furnished with some of the finest works of art from the Royal Collection. Try and spot the paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens and Leonardo da Vinci that hang from the walls! During the winter months the richly decorated Semi-State Rooms are added to the visitor route.

  • Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House - Specially built for Queen Mary by leading British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens in the 1920’s, Queen Mary’s Dolls House is a magical miniature residence with extraordinary attention to detail. Complete with working lights, running water and a tiny garden, this dolls house is a perfect replica of an aristocratic home. The library is even filled with original works by famous writers of the day!

  • Oxford - Follow in the footsteps of Oxford’s famous students, from C.S. Lewis to Bill Clinton, as you stroll 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 un spoilt narrow alleys and ancient squares of this naturally beautiful town.
    You have the choice of Self guided walking tour or a walking tour with a professional guide

  • Cotswolds - Visit what is often agreed to be one of the most beautiful areas in the whole of the UK. Quaint villages and breathtaking scenery, the Cotswolds looks like it jumped off the pages of a storybook. The tour makes photo stops at three stunning Cotswolds villages: Bourton-on-the-Water, also known as ‘Little Venice’ due to its low bridges and stone banks, Bibury a town once described by William Morris as ‘the most beautiful village in England’.

What's Included
  • Pick up and drop off
  • Entry Tickets to Windsor Castle
  • Entry to State Apartments at Windsor
  • Private transfer
  • Bottled water
  • Entry to Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House
  • Entry to St George’s Chapel
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity
Additional Information

Experience the charm of Windsor Castle, globally recognized as the oldest and grandest castle still in use. Marvel at the exquisite Gothic design of St George’s Chapel nestled within the castle premises. Other standouts include the Estate Apartments and Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House. Discover the historic city of Oxford with this guided tour ala Oxford Scholars. Step into one of the oldest colleges and stand amidst the literary grandeur of the Bodleian Library.

This exploration empowers you with the rare chance to meander through Oxford University guided by someone who truly knows the iconic institute from within.

Engage with renowned architectural masterpieces such as the Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera, and the Bridge of Sighs. Uncover hidden gems nestled in quaint passageways. The quintessentially English landscape of the Cotswolds is famed for its picturesque green hillocks, stone barriers, woods, and quaint hamlets and villages. Resting on a Jurassic limestone base, the Cotswold region can be explored on a self-guided journey.

  • Only foldable wheelchair accessible. No motor wheelchair vehicle.
  • This tour lasts 12 hours. 6 hours spending visiting sights. 6 hours journey and lunch
  • Multi media audio guides will provided at Windsor Castle
Location
Windsor Castle
Castle Hill
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Marilyn_l
Apr 17, 2024
Great tour - Great experience. Our guide was a true professional and was great with little side line info on all our questions. He did a great job in a one day tour covering Windsor, Oxford and the Cotswold. All in all a good tour of the highlights. If your looking for more in depth time realize this is designed as an overview and as such is wonderful.
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