Royal Oxfordshire and Blenheim Palace
Monday 17th to friday 21st April 2023 - Visit the stunning City of Oxford, explore Blenheim Palace and the beautiful grounds. You will also enjoy a river cruise and free time in picturesque Henley-on-Thames. From £575pp.
Book NowA ‘must see’ in Oxfordshire is Blenheim Palace, a World Heritage site, 18th century architectural masterpiece and birthplace of Winston Churchhill. During your visit you can explore the ‘Capability’ Brown landscape parkland, the formal gardens and the ornate staterooms inside the palace which are adorned with stunning artworks. Also included in this five day holiday is a one hour guided walking tour of the historic city of Oxford with its dreamy spires and a one hour boat cruise and free time in Henley-on-Thames.
Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel****
Set in three acres of private gardens, this hotel occupies three buildings, two of which are characterful 19th century manor houses. There is a colourful and contemporary restaurant, stylish bar and pleasant terrace area overlooking the gardens. The stylish bedrooms feature vintage-inspired décor and are equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift.
Your holiday includes:
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4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Full English Breakfast
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One-hour guided walking tour of Oxford
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Free time in Oxford to shop or sightsee
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Visit to Blenheim Palace
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Visit to Cliveden Gardens with tour of Cliveden House
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River Thames Cruise in Henley-on-Thames
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Free time in Henley-on-Thames
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Travel by Tally Ho Coach with on-board facilities, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning
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Accompanied by our Tour Manager
£575pp based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single supplement £120pp.
Monday 17 April
We leave Devon, making stops on route and head to our hotel in Oxford with time to relax and unpack before dinner is served in the hotel restaurant.
DTuesday 18 April
After breakfast we have a one-hour guided walking tour of the historic city of Oxford
with its dreamy spires, riverside setting to learn more about the famous buildings and landmarks of this beautiful city. You have the rest of the day free to explore or shop. Why not visit the Ashmolean museum, or take a punt on the river?
Wednesday 19 April
After breakfast we head to Blenheim Palace, the seat of the Duke of Marlborough, to explore the palace and grounds at leisure. One of England's largest houses and was the birthplace and ancestral home of Sir Winston Churchill and is a family home, a mausoleum and a national monument.
D, FEThursday 20 April
After breakfast, we visit the spectacular gardens of Cliveden, the former home of the Astor family. With views over the Thames, we have time to explore the impressive gardens and woodlands. The Grand Estate was the centre of a major scandal in 1963 when John Profumo, of Harold Macmillan's government had an affair with 19 year old Christine Keeler having met at Cliveden. The 'Profumo Affair' ended John Profumo's political career. We also have an opportunity to peek inside Cliveden House, which operates as a five-star hotel and is not usually open to the public. In the afternoon, we head to the famous waterside market town of Henley-on-Thames where we enjoy a one-hour cruise following the route of the popular regatta. You then have time to explore the town at your leisure. Henley's riverside location, surrounded by a Chiltern landscape of wooded hills and green fields, lends itself to relaxation, long lunches and quirky shopping.
D, FEFriday 21 April
After breakfast, we make our way home to South Devon with stops on route.
FED=Dinner, FE=Full English Breakfast
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address | Contact Details |
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| Brixham | Brixham - Bank lane opposite Baptist Church | |
| Dartmouth | Dartmouth Marks & Spencer | |
| Exeter | Exeter Motorway Services | |
| Ivybridge | Ivybridge Town Hall opp Garage | |
| Kingsbridge Quay | Kingsbridge Quay | |
| Newton Abbot | Newton Abbot opp Railway Station | |
| Paignton | Paignton Great Western Road Bus Stop by Library | |
| Plymouth 1 | Plymouth Derry's Cross | |
| Plympton | Plympton St Marys opp Church | |
| Plymstock | Plymstock Elburton bus stop opp Elburton Hotel | |
| Totnes KEVICC | Totnes KEVICC |
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Tally Ho Coaches Ltd
Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1ES
