Downton Abbey Village, Blenheim Palace and Cotswolds Day Trip from London
Overview
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10 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the resplendent English county of Oxfordshire, an area renowned for its rolling green hills, spectacular stately homes and quintessentially English market towns. See beautiful Blenheim Palace, where Sir Winston Churchill was born and raised, plus visit some iconic filming locations from the popular BBC TV series 'Downton Abbey'.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please Note: this tour does not visit Highclere Castle
For a wheelchair user : Please inform us in advance if you intend to bring wheelchair.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided Tour of Bampton
Superior Coach with Wi-Fi and USB Charging
Visit Bourton-on-the-Water
Professional guide
Personal Audio Headset
Panoramic drive through the Cotswolds
Entry to Blenheim Palace & Gardens (if option selected)
Optional gratuities
Food and beverages
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
What To Expect
Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace This awe-inspiring stately home, the current private residence of the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough, is perhaps best-known as the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Admire the stunning details behind the portraits, tapestry and furniture in the lavishly decorated State Rooms, which includes ornate furniture by Boulle, Savonniere carpet and the iconic 'Victories' series of tapestries celebrating the Duke's victory over the French armies of 'The Sun King', Louis XIV, at the Battle of Blenheim. Enjoy a stroll through the beautifully landscaped formal gardens designed by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown and more than 2,000 acres of parkland, or walk in the footsteps of Sir Winston Churchill. Visit his most cherished outdoor places on the grounds of Blenheim Palace, including the spot where he proposed to Clementine Hozier.
Cotswolds
The Cotswolds & Bourton-on-the-Water. After a brief journey through some of the most beautiful countryside in England, we will arrive at our next destination. Straddling the River Windrush is the lovely village of Bourton-on-the-Water, also known as the 'Venice of the Costwolds'. This quintessentially English village is a must-see for all visitors to the Cotswolds. Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea experience in a riverside café, or take a stroll down the river banks and peruse the eclectic mix of local stores offering everything from homemade ice cream to charming gifts for friends and family back home.
Options
Christmas Season - Japanese
With Blenheim Palace ticket
Japanese tour without entry
Excludes entry to Blenheim Palace. Japanese-speaking guide.
English with Blenheim Palace
English incl. Blenheim Palace: Tour includes entry to Blenheim Palace & Gardens. English-speaking guide.
Christmas Season- English
With Blenheim Palace Entrance
Japanese with Blenheim Palace
Japanese incl. Blenheim Palace: Tour includes entry to Blenheim Palace and Gardens. Japanese-speaking guide.
English tour without entry
English without entry: Excludes entry to Blenheim Palace. English-speaking guide.
Reviews
1,007 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun and organized tour
Veronica C,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00The itinerary was very organized, good time allowance to explore, great explanation and facts and the tour gentleman was super funny and nice
Excellent Way to See the English Countryside
Sherri H,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a lovely was to see some of England's countryside. The tour guide and bus driver were excellent - Megan & Christian!!! 5 Stars for them both. We loved seeing the Cotswold region of England, and it was great to learn more about it. We also enjoyed Blenheim Palace. It's mind-blowing to see all that must be taken care of in a place that size. Our last stop in Bampton (the town where parts of Downton Abbey were filmed) was lovely. Seeing the old town up close was delightful, stopping at several places and hearing of different scenes that were shot at those locations. So fun. It was a lovely day in every way, and our guide and driver made it wonderful.
Blenheim palace and Costwolds tour .
MiguelArcanjo F,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Was a lovely day out , cotswolds and the Blenheim palace is worth to visit . Simon the guide is a very knowledgeable in history and a nice man .
Great experience and tour...
Frederick T,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
4.00Great experience and tour guide Simon. Kept on schedule. Rooftop experience at Blenheim was once in lifetime and state apartments were open. Downton abbey fans will love the experience and the Cotswolds were charming. Wish they had a chip card option for showing our appreciation to both the guide and driver.
Countryside, History & Scenery
Leonard E,
Jul 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour was well worth the price! Simon is a terrific guide. He is both knowledgeable & fun. Thanks for a great day.
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