Windsor Castle & Blenheim Palace

Enjoy a three-day break taking in some of England’s most stunning countryside and top attractions. Enjoy a visit to historic Cirencester in the picturesque Cotswolds, and a full day of exploring the delightful Royal town of Windsor where admission to magnificent Windsor Castle is included plus a Thames River cruise. We'll also discover splendid Blenheim Palace; a masterpiece of Baroque architecture, exquisitely landscaped parkland and stunning formal gardens.

HILTON READING

A modern and contemporary hotel situated on the outskirts of Reading. All bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning, television, telephone, mini bar, iron/ironing board, hairdryer and tea / coffee making facilities. The hotel also features a restaurant and bar plus a leisure club with indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym. Lift to all floors.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE

Accommodation with dinner and breakfast
Admission to Windsor Castle
River cruise with afternoon tea
Admission to Blenheim Palace
Excursions as described in the tour itinerary
Return coach travel from your local pick up point

Day One

We travel south to the enchanting Cotswolds for a visit to Cirencester, a charming Roman town where attractions include Cirencester Park, the Roman Amphitheatre, the New Brewery Arts and the Corinium Museum. We then continue to our hotel on the outskirts of Reading where we stay for two nights.

Day Two

We spend the day in Royal Windsor where admission to the majestic castle is included. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, the castle is the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world and has been a Royal Palace and fortress for over 900 years. In the afternoon we board a river boat at Windsor Promenade for a two hour included cruise along the River Thames with an afternoon cream tea served on board.

B, D

Day Three

Following breakfast we check-out and travel to exquisite Blenheim Palace. Home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, Blenheim Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting a diverse history. Enter the Palace and discover the gilded State Rooms and priceless collections set against striking stonework, and explore beautiful parkland, sweeping lawns, formal gardens and the magnificent Lake. After our visit we continue our homeward journey.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Abergele	Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop
Bangor, Nelson Pub	Bangor, Bus Stop Opposite Nelson Pub
Bethel	Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop
Bontnewydd	Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop
Bryngwran	Bryngwran, School Entrance
Caergeiliog	Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub
Caernarfon, Morrisons	Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop
Chester	Chester, Holiday Inn South Hotel Bus Stop
Chirk	Chirk, Moreton Park Garden Centre
Colwyn Bay	Colwyn Bay, Railway Station Bus Stop
Criccieth, Medical Centre	Criccieth, Medical Centre Bus Stop
Ewloe	Ewloe, Outside St David's Park Hotel
Gaerwen	Gaerwen, Stermat Car Park
Gwalchmai	Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock
Holyhead	Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance
Llandudno Jct. Station	Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop
Llandygai	Llandygai, Penrhyn Castle Entrance
Llanfairpwll	Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park (Parking not permitted at Pringles car park)
Llanfairpwll Park & Ride	Llanfairpwll, Park & Ride
Llangefni	Llangefni, Church Street Bus Stop
Llanrug	Llanrug, Arvonia Garage
Oswestry	Oswestry, Mile End Services Coach Park
Penygroes	Penygroes, Crossroads (Outside Victoria Hotel)
Porthmadog	Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop
Pwllheli	Pwllheli, Bus Station
St. Asaph	St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station
Valley	Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel
Wrexham	Wrexham, Bus Stand Lord Street
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop