About this tour
Discover British history on a private full-day tour to Oxford and Blenheim Palace. This trip offers a blend of iconic landmarks and rich culture, making it perfect for history enthusiasts. Enjoy a walking tour in Oxford, explore at your own pace, and take in the grandeur of these historic sites. With comfortable private transportation and hotel pick-up included, this tour ensures a hassle-free experience from start to finish.
– Full-day private tour from London to Oxford and Blenheim Palace
– Enjoy a guided walking tour in Oxford with plenty of free time to explore
– Relax in a private vehicle with round-trip hotel transfers included
– Tickets to Blenheim Palace are available at an additional cost
Itinerary
- Tour Highlights Uncover the inspiring stories of 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 your tour guide, who will give you a walking tour. The guide is a 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 famous Oxford University 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 the oldest Colleges, Historic Chapels, School of Divinity (15th Century medieval lecture hall), visit the beautiful Dining Hall and 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 Discover 300 years of history at Britain’s Greatest Palace. Monumental baroque fantasy, Sir Winston Churchill’s Birth place and one of England’s greatest staely homes. The main attraction is the palace itself with guided tours as part of the entrance ticket. The grounds and gardens too are truly impressive and there is enough to do and see to keep you occupied for the best part of the day. An exclusive tour of the Marlborough family’s private apartments, with secret corridors, spiral staircases and a history of illustrious guests. Glimpse into the lives of Palace staff over the centuries. The Miniature Train All aboard the Blenheim Railway! Take a ride on a miniature train, every half hour between the Palace and the Pleasure Gardens.
What’s included
- Private car, minivan or minibus
- Blenheim Palace tickets included
Not included
- You can stop by for lunch.
- Tips are not included
Good to know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Meet your guide at your Hotel lobby.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
About 8 hours and 30 minutes.
Is hotel pick-up included?
Yes. We pick you up at your hotel and bring you back at the end of the tour.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, it is private: only your party takes part, with a guide dedicated to you.
In which languages is the tour available?
English.
What is the cancellation policy?
Standard Viator policy.
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