Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Guided Tour from London
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Windsor Castle's royal history
- Marvel at Stonehenge's ancient stones
- Wander through Oxford's historic colleges
- Enjoy scenic English countryside views
- Learn from knowledgeable tour guides
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Tastecard and Coffee Club membership (if selected)
- Walking tour of Oxford
- Admission to Stonehenge (if option selected at the time of booking)
- Admission to Windsor Castle (if option selected at the time of booking)
- Professional and friendly expert guide
- Return transportation by luxury air-conditioned coach
- Gratuities
- Lunch and additional refreshments
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Itinerary
This wonderful day trip will take you to two of the UK’s most iconic attractions and one of the world’s most famous – and charming – cities. Make sure you are at the meeting point for 7:30am as your coach will be leaving at 8am sharp!
You will get to the first stop of the day, Windsor Castle, for about 9:30am. This 900 year-old castle perches proudly on a lush wooded hill overlooking the Thames. With its sweeping landscaped gardens and imposing turret, It’s easy to see why Windsor Castle is loved by King Charles II.
At Windsor Castle, enjoy a fascinating through–the–keyhole peek at the lavish State Apartments, home to priceless artworks by Rembrandt and Leonardo da Vinci, and visit the beautifully gothic St. George’s Chapel, the atmospheric final resting place of former monarchs including Henry VIII and Elizabeth II. The coach will leave Windsor Castle at about 11:30am to move onto the next part of your adventure.
From a 900 year-old castle to a 5,000 year-old monument – you’ll be taking a step even further back in time when visiting Stonehenge, to which you will get to for about 1:15pm. The true meaning of this ancient, awe-inspiring creation has been lost in the mists of time. Was Stonehenge a temple for sun worship, a healing centre, a burial site or perhaps a huge calendar? How did our ancestors manage to carry the mighty stones from so far away and then, using only the most primitive of tools, build this amazing structure? Surrounded by mystery, Stonehenge never fails to impress.
For your last stop of the day – see the beautiful town of Oxford, known for being home to the English-speaking world’s oldest university. On this walking tour of Oxford, follow in the footsteps of Oxford’s famous students (such as C.S.Lewis and Bill Clinton) as you stroll through 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 unspoilt narrow alleys and ancient squares of this charming place. Your coach will leave Oxford at about 5:45pm. The estimated arrival time back in London is around 7pm.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour duration is approximately 12 hours, starting at 8:00 AM.
- Lunch is not included; consider bringing a packed meal or purchasing food at stops.
- Some sites may have limited accessibility; check in advance if you have mobility concerns.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for extensive exploration.
- Bring a light jacket or sweater, as weather can vary.
- Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- You must bring the e-ticket provided to gain entry to this tour.
- Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesday, we will offer a walking tour instead on those days.
- Windsor Castle is a working royal palace and planned closures/disruptions may be subject to change. Please view the Schedule tab above for full information on closures.
- During peak periods, additional vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used
- When the State Apartments are closed the Precincts, Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and the Drawings Gallery will continue to be open.
- St. George’s Chapel is usually closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day. Worshippers are welcome to attend the services.
- Windsor Castle closures: 25 and 26 December – Castle completely closed.
- Our vehicles are modern, comfortable, and kept to the highest standards of cleanliness, including a deep clean every day
- Please note: the tour itinerary and order may change
- Signature Tour Option: Take advantage of the best views on the bus with our premium seating option and a knowledgeable live guide. Plus, enjoy a lunch pack. You will have access to Stonehenge, where you can admire the famous landmark.
- Signature Plus Tour Option: Soak up the amazing vistas on the bus with our premium seating option and a knowledgeable live guide. Plus, enjoy a lunch pack. Once at each location, you can enter Windsor Castle and Stonehenge, giving you a complete and immersive experience.
Traveler reviews
Nice tour
Very nice tour. Best part by far was Windsor Castle, Stonehenge was definitely amazing. Oxford was honestly a bit underwhelming. We wandered around and looked at some buildings and checked out some shops. As is often the case with full day tours, a lot of your time will be spent on the bus between stops, but it's a great way to see multiple sites with limited time.
Time well spent!
It’s well organized and the travel bus was comfortable, Pauly, our tour guide was knowledgeable and pleasant. Mario, our driver was also great. Overall, I paid the extra fees for the lunch but that was not ideal. Got a salad and I would have expected a sandwich. Just a matter of preference, I guess. All three locations we visited were like a movie set or fairy tale. Incredible amount of history. Overall, I’d recommend this one for sure!
Great experience, the...
Great experience, the booking was easy to do. Kind of annoying understanding the details when ordering, but make sure to pay for two entries if the attractions are open the day you are going for ease of use. I wish that the tour was longer in some areas but overall it got what was needed.
terrible experience
Compré el tour a traves de Civitatis, a un costo normal, incluso alto para los demas touroperadores. El precio pagado incluia entradas para stonehenge y el castillo windsor. sin enbargo al llegar el dia del tour, sin motivo alguno, el encargado me indica que el tour no incluye las entradas, y que debia pagarlas al llegar a las atracciones. Esto es frustrante e hizo que nuestra experiencia fuera frustrante, sintiendonos incluso estafados. Al intentar explicar la situacion Golden Tours se desliga de su responsabilidad haciendonos ir a Civitatis. En fin, pagué 450 dolares por ir en un bus de mediana calidad, sin comida y mirando desde fuera los lugares que deseaba conocer junto a mi familia. Por ese dinero hubiese arrendado un auto y comprado las entradas, comida, tranquilidad y me habria sobrado dinero. Nunca mas usare este servicio.. I booked the tour through Civitatis at a reasonable price, even considered high by other tour operators. The price included tickets to Stonehenge and Windsor Castle. However, on the day of the tour, for no apparent reason, the tour manager told me that the tickets weren't included and that I would have to pay for them at the attractions. This was frustrating and made our experience extremely unpleasant, leaving us feeling cheated. When I tried to explain the situation, Golden Tours washed their hands of the matter and told us to go back to Civitatis. In short, I paid $450 to travel in a mediocre bus, without food, and only being able to admire the sights I wanted to see with my family from the outside. For that money, I could have rented a car, bought tickets, food, and some peace of mind, and still had money left over. I will never use this service again.
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A tour that will help you understand the key points of your destination. The time at each location is relatively short, so for those who want to take a closer look, a tour with few destinations may be a good idea