Day 1. Friday We depart and travel to Waddesdon Manor, with entrance included. Each year, the Manor is transformed by a new festive theme, offering an immersive experience filled with beautifully decorated interiors, vibrant light projections on the façade, and the return of the popular Christmas Fair. Enjoy the sights, scents, and sounds of the season as you browse artisan stalls in charming wooden chalets, perfect for festive shopping and seasonal treats. Later this afternoon, we continue our journey to High Wycombe and check in at the Holiday Inn. This evening, relax, and enjoy a three-course dinner served in the welcoming comfort of the hotel.
Day 2. Saturday Today we visit Blenheim Palace, magnificently decorated for Christmas. Discover themed displays, seasonal music, twinkling decorations, and festive cheer throughout the grand rooms of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Set against the backdrop of the Great Court, the traditional Christmas Market offers an array of unique gifts, crafts, and seasonal treats. Blenheim is home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, surrounded by landscaped parkland and formal gardens. It’s a truly magical setting for the festive season. Please note: entry does not include the Illuminated Light Trail.
Day 3. Sunday After breakfast, we travel to the historic city of Oxford, famously known as the "City of Dreaming Spires." With over 800 years of academic excellence, Oxford offers a wealth of cultural and historical treasures. Visit the Ashmolean Museum, home to fascinating artefacts and fine art, or explore the Pitt Rivers and Oxford University Museums, filled with natural wonders and anthropological curiosities. You may also choose to discover the atmospheric ruins of Oxford Castle or enjoy a stroll past elegant college buildings and the iconic Bridge of Sighs. Later this afternoon, we begin our journey home, rounding off a memorable weekend.
Excursion days are subject to change and will be confirmed with your final travel documents.
