[Limited-time offer from March to November: Chinese/English tour] Day trip to the most beautiful Cotswold countryside, Blenheim Palace, Churchill's estate (round trip from London)

Reasons for recommendation

Route Overview

London ‣ Bampton ‣ Bourton-on-the-Water ‣ Blenheim Palace ‣ London

Spend a wonderful day in the quintessential Cotswolds, leaving behind the fast-paced hustle and bustle of London, on a relaxing full-day tour with a professional guide.

Itinerary

Fee Description

• Round-trip tourist bus
• Professional tour guide service
• Blenheim Palace entrance ticket and English cream tea
  

• Meal expenses throughout the trip
• Driver/guide tips (to be given at the discretion of the driver/guide)
• Please purchase travel insurance in advance.

Booking Information

• If you are booking a child's ticket, the child must be accompanied by an adult; you cannot book a ticket alone.
• Adult tickets are for ages 17-59, children's tickets are for ages 3-16, student tickets require a valid student ID card on the day of booking and travel, and seniors are 60 years and older.

• It is recommended to arrive at the designated departure point at least 30 minutes in advance. The doors will be closed 15 minutes before departure. All tours will depart on time. If a tourist does not arrive on time, the tour will be treated as "NO SHOW" and no rescheduling or refund will be offered.
• Chinese-language day tours have a minimum group size requirement. If the minimum group size is not reached, the following two situations may occur. Please read carefully before booking:
  (1) The group will travel in both Chinese and English and depart on the same bus.
  (2) If the tour is cancelled due to failure to reach the minimum number of participants, we will notify you in advance. You can choose to join an English tour of the same route departing on the same day / join another Chinese tour that is available / apply for a full refund.
• In the event of major local events, attraction closures, or other force majeure events that cause changes to the itinerary or prevent entry to attractions, adjustments may be made or attractions may be changed to exterior views only. The final arrangements on the day shall prevail.
• The tour itinerary for the day will be determined by the driver/guide.
• Due to UK law restricting driver working hours, if your tour returns to London after 7:45 pm, you will be taken to Gloucester Road Underground Station instead of Victoria. Your driver will drop you off at a stop a few minutes' walk from Gloucester Road Underground Station. Gloucester Road is in Zone 1, 3 stops from Victoria. The Piccadilly Line is also available from Gloucester Road Underground Station, just 5 stops from Piccadilly Circus.

Frequently Asked Questions

• If I purchase a senior citizen/student ticket, do I need to bring a valid ID on the day of the tour?

  To purchase discounted tickets for seniors or students, you need to bring your identification on the day of the tour. Otherwise, you may be refused the discount ticket.

• If I am late, can the bus and tour guide wait for me?

  No. The bus will strictly adhere to the boarding time. If you are not on time, it will be treated as a "no show," or you will need to make your own way to the next attraction to meet the group. Please be sure to arrive at the departure point 15 minutes in advance and find your group.

• Is a Chinese-speaking tour guide service guaranteed?

  Chinese-speaking guided tours are typically available during the UK's peak tourist season from May to September. In rare cases, the minimum number of participants may not be reached the day before departure. If this happens, we will offer a free refund, or you can choose an English-language tour of the same itinerary or another Chinese-speaking guided tour that can be booked.

• Are there guided tours inside the attraction?

  At most attractions, a guide will accompany you inside and provide professional commentary. However, Windsor Castle has a special rule prohibiting guides from entering, so you will need to rent a multilingual audio guide inside.

• Is the boarding location inside the Victoria long-distance bus station?

  No, the boarding location is not inside the long-distance bus station. The boarding location is approximately a 10-minute walk from the long-distance bus station; please check the map.

• Does booking guarantee a tour departure?

  English-language tours are guaranteed to depart year-round, but Chinese-language tours require secondary confirmation if not during peak season.

• How big is the group?

  This is a bus tour, typically using buses with around 50 seats. Day tours accept bookings up to the day before departure, so it's difficult to predict the final number of participants.

• How far in advance do I need to book?

  To avoid disappointment, the earlier the better, especially during summer vacation.

• Where do the group members come from?

  With members from all over the world, this is a great opportunity for you to meet new friends.

• Could you provide the tour guide's or driver's phone number?

  No, due to privacy concerns. However, we will provide you with an emergency contact number and your booking number on your tour confirmation. You can call the emergency number if you have any questions.

• Do you provide hotel pick-up and drop-off services?

  Since this is a group tour, hotel pick-up and drop-off cannot be provided. However, the group pick-up location is in central London and near a subway station, which is very convenient.

• Why are the departure and arrival locations different?

  Due to our driver's legal working hours, this trip will end within a 2-3 minute walk from Gloucester Road Underground Station. This station is in Zone 1, three stops east of the Circle or Region Line to Victoria. The Piccadilly Line also passes through Gloucester Road, just 5 stops from Piccadilly Circus.
  

• Can I choose to book without entrance tickets and buy them on-site at the attraction entrance?

  No, this package includes admission tickets.