UK – Elegant Britain (Oxford · Stonehenge · Reading Tech Hub)

(Mini Group | 5–9 seat Business Van | Door-to-door pick-up with Driver-Guide)

Tour Dates

• Depart London every Sunday & Wednesday.
• Guaranteed departure from 2 guests, max 6 guests. (Perfect add-on to Purple Line in-depth tour).

Tour Highlights

• Royal landmarks & academic city: Windsor Castle (royal icon) & Oxford (classic university atmosphere).
• Cotswolds countryside & creative Bristol: Bibury (the prettiest village) · Bristol (European Green Capital & street art).
• Roman spa heritage & world wonder: Bath (Roman Baths) & Stonehenge (UNESCO mysterious monument).

Day 1: London → Windsor → Oxford (105 km)

In the morning, our driver-guide will meet you at the pre-arranged time and location to begin the journey. Windsor – steeped in royal heritage, with charming historic streets and scenic Thames riverside views. Windsor Castle: one of the official royal residences and a symbol of the British monarchy. State Apartments: lavish ceremonial rooms used for state receptions, featuring masterpieces from the Royal Collection (including works attributed to Leonardo da Vinci). St George’s Chapel: a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and the resting place of monarchs including Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth II; also home to the Order of the Garter. Windsor Great Park: a vast royal park (approx. 4,800 acres), once a private hunting ground and now a peaceful public green space. Oxford – the UK’s oldest university city, famed for Oxford University and its iconic architecture (also featured in the Harry Potter films). University of Oxford: with over 900 years of history and alumni including 31 UK Prime Ministers and many Nobel laureates. Christ Church: the largest and wealthiest Oxford college; its Great Hall inspired Hogwarts’ dining hall and functions as a cathedral. New College: founded in the 14th century, known for its beautiful courtyard and cloisters (also a film location). Bodleian Library: Oxford’s main research library, including Duke Humfrey’s Library and the Radcliffe Camera. Bridge of Sighs: Officially the Hertford Bridge, named because it resembles the famous Bridge of Sighs in Venice.

Day 2: Oxford → Bibury → Bristol (132 km)

Bibury – often called “the most beautiful village in England”, beloved for its tranquil countryside charm. Arlington Row: a picturesque row of 14th-century weavers’ cottages and one of the Cotswolds’ most iconic scenes (also featured inside UK passports). River Coln & Rack Isle: a clear stream and meadow wetland area—great for spotting birds and occasionally otters. Bibury Trout Farm: founded in 1902, one of England’s oldest trout farms—learn about fish farming or enjoy angling (seasonal). Bristol – awarded “European Green Capital”, known for maritime heritage and an edgy street-art scene (Banksy’s hometown). Clifton Suspension Bridge: Bristol’s landmark engineering masterpiece and one of the best viewpoints over the Avon Gorge. SS Great Britain: a pioneering iron-hulled steamship turned award-winning museum—step into 19th-century seafaring life. Harbourside: lively waterfront with cafés, restaurants, museums and creative spaces. Street Art Walk: discover early Banksy works and hidden murals across the city. St Nicholas Market: Bristol’s oldest market—food stalls, crafts, vintage finds and a vibrant local atmosphere.

Day 3: Bristol → Bath → Stonehenge → Salisbury (105 km)

Bath – famed for Roman baths, natural hot springs and elegant Georgian architecture; the entire city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Roman Baths: dating back to around AD 70, built around a natural spring (water emerges at about 46°C). Museum & archaeology exhibits: explore Roman artefacts, sculptures and interactive displays about bathing culture and daily life. Stonehenge – one of the world’s most mysterious prehistoric monuments and a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. Construction period: Stonehenge was built in phases during the Late Neolithic, roughly completed between 4000 BC and 2000 BC. There are two main types of stones: larger sandstone and smaller bluestones. How these multi-ton megaliths were transported here thousands of years ago remains a mystery. Purpose mystery: The purpose of Stonehenge remains one of archaeology’s great puzzles. Mainstream theories suggest it served multiple functions rather than one—evolving from an early burial site into a complex place aligned with celestial events for calendar calculations, and a venue for large ceremonies and rituals. It is precisely this enduring mystery that makes Stonehenge an everlasting archaeological wonder.

Day 4: Salisbury → Reading → London (158 km)

Salisbury – a historic medieval city and a gateway to Southern England’s cultural heritage. Salisbury Cathedral: famous for Britain’s tallest church spire (123 m). Inside you can see one of the oldest working mechanical clocks (c. 1386) and an exceptionally well-preserved Magna Carta copy (signed 1215). Reading – a city blending heritage with modern tech energy, often dubbed “the UK’s Silicon Valley”. Global tech hub: many major international tech companies have UK HQs or key offices here (e.g., Microsoft, Oracle, Huawei, Nokia, Intel, Siemens)—great photo stops for modern architecture lovers History & culture: explore medieval abbey ruins and quiet Victorian gardens. Riverside nature: stroll along the Thames for peaceful scenery; nearby highlights include Caversham Court Gardens and the leafy University of Reading. Arrive in London in the early evening. Your driver-guide will drop you off at the designated location. End of service.

Tour Price

Price Includes:

• 5–9 Seat business van
• 4⭐️ Hotels with breakfast + professional driver-guide (10 hours/day)
• Includes driver’s meals & accommodation, fuel and parking.
• Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off for joining/leaving the tour (city centre only).

Price Excludes:

• Airfare & visas.
• Lunch and dinner.
• Attraction tickets.
• Driver-guide.
• Tips (EUR/GBP 10 per person per day).
• Themed activities (e.g., winery visits, truffle hunting).
• Other transport (trains/boats), city taxes, insurance, and driver-guide overtime (EUR/GBP 50 per hour).

Reference Hotels

(Hotels are subject to final arrangement.)

Reference Entrance Fees & Signature Meal Costs
(Prices are for reference only. Final prices are subject to official websites or restaurant announcements.)