Cotswold, Oxford & Blenheim Palace Private Tour including Pass

From $1,303 • 12 hours • The Visit London Group Limited • London, Oxford, United Kingdom • Pickup available • Free until 1 day before

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The Cotswold, Oxford & Blenheim Palace Private Tour offers a comprehensive 12-hour experience, perfect for those seeking to explore the picturesque landscapes and historical significance of the English countryside. Travelers will visit the charming villages of the Cotswolds, renowned for their honey-colored stone cottages, before heading to the prestigious city of Oxford, home to one of the world's oldest universities. The tour culminates with a visit to Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Winston Churchill, showcasing stunning architecture and expansive gardens. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, providing a unique blend of cultural and scenic experiences.

Itinerary

COTSWOLD

EXPLORE COTSWOLD
Cotswold stone towns and villages. There is so much history to take in that you’ll be sure to find a historic story that rewards your interests. 'Cotswolds' is a combination of two very old English words. Everyone's pretty much agreed that 'Wolds' are gentle hills. And most people agree that 'Cots' are sheep enclosures. So 'Cotswolds' probably just means an area of gentle hills with plenty of sheep around. The Cotswolds hills are criss-crossed with dry stone walls. The picturesque Cotswold landscape is completed with hidden river valleys and distinctive market towns and villages made of the famous Cotswold stone. Many Cotswold villages have enigmatic names such as The Slaughters, Stow-on-the-Wold,

Oxford

*Uncover the inspiring stories Oxford University and Oxford City while visiting the old colleges with huge gates and high stone walls. Discover the Oxford University traditions and understand how students live and study today and learn why Oxford is called the City of Dreaming Spires.

Once in Oxford you will meet up with you tour guide, who will give you a walking tour. the Guide is knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, who will take you on a walking tour. you will be entertained on the way with unknown anecdotes about the many Oxford University famous students and academics who have walked down these same lanes in times gone by.

Make the most of your time well spent in Oxford - Go behind the closed doors of oldest Colleges, Historic Chapels, School of Divinity (15th Century medieval lecture hall), visit beautiful Dining Hall &The Old Bodleian Library Quads. This guided walking tour is free, but you are welcome make a donation at the end of the tour

Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace was the birthplace of the 1st Duke's famous descendant, Winston Churchill, whose life and times are commemorated by a permanent exhibition in the suite of rooms in which he was born
The 12th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and their family currently live at Blenheim Palace. Blenheim Palace is the only building in England other than royal buildings to be lucky enough to own the title of 'Palace'. This palace film locations for
Transformers: The Last Knight (2017) Cinderella (I) (2015) Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation (2015) Spectre (I) (2015) and Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007)

Please Note

Stroller or pram accessible
Infant seats unavailable
Not wheelchair accessible
This Ticket is not a pass to any sites. Your passes will be sent separately.
Tours pick up and drop off at clients hotel. Tour pick up times are flexible but must be advised at time of booking.
Tour includes entry to Blenheim Palace.
All Tours are carried out by Professional drivers with many years’ experience. All our drivers and vehicles are Licenced and regulated by TFL Transport for London. We only use latest and high end model vehicles which are specifically selected for their comfort and reliability.
Chauffeurs provide a panoramic tour with historic highlights and luxurious transport to and from the sites visited but are not accredited tour guides. The tour descriptions are suggested itineraries, the passengers may visit any other sites within the tour areas that they may wish to visit, time permitting. The driver will discuss any specific requests with passengers on the day. Unfortunately, due to UK regulations chauffeurs are unable to escort clients into historic sites and are prohibited from offering highlights within the sites. Blue badge accredited guides are available upon request (subject to availability).