Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford

Windsor Castle and Runnymede

Over 900 years of royal history are waiting for you in Windsor Castle, which is perched high above the River Thames just outside of London. From William the Conqueror all the way through to our current Queen, successive monarchs have lived here and left their mark on what is now the largest continuously occupied castle in the world.

Your ticket allows entrance to the castle, so you can see for yourself the splendour of St. Georges chapel and the sumptuous state apartments. Windsor itself is a pretty town full of traditional shops and historic pubs. Shakespeare is said to have written his play The Merry Wives of Windsor in one of them! After the visit to Windsor, drive through Runnymede, where King John signed the Magna Carta.

During the day you will stop for lunch in a charming pub complete with thatched roof (optional, not included in tour cost).

Stonehenge

The most famous prehistoric monument in the world, and now a world heritage site, Stonehenge stands alone in the vast empty tract of Salisbury plain. Its origins date back nearly 5,000 years and it has been home to pagan religion and spiritual worship, not to be mention public debate ever since. Entrance is included and there will be plenty of time to marvel at this ancient feat of engineering and design.

Oxford

The final part of the day is spent exploring Oxford, revered as one of the worlds greatest academic institutions, with charming honey coloured stone buildings set around ivy-clad quadrangles. Your guide will take you on a small walking tour telling you about the traditions of college life before you can enjoy a delicious cream tea in a charming tea shop located in the heart of the city.

Schedule Details Departs:

April 01 to October 31, 2008
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

November 01, 2008 to March 31, 2009
Monday and Friday

Unavailable Dates:

• January 01 (New Years Day)
• December 25 (Christmas Day)
• December 26 (Boxing Day)

Departure Point: Tour departs from Victoria Coach Station or selected London hotels Departure Time: 8:15am Return details: Tour concludes at the Victoria Coach Station and other Central London locations at approximately 6:15pm Hotel Pickup: Hotel pickup is available from selected central London hotels (click on "View Map" for list of included hotels). Please include the details of your hotel at the time of booking. If no hotel name is advised at time of booking, you must make your own way to the departure point.

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