Windsor Castle, Oxford and Stonehenge day trip from London

Journey out of London for the day on a luxury air-conditioned coach to explore some of the UK's other great sites, including Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and the famous university town of Oxford.

Start your day-long excursion by leaving central London at 8am to tour the grounds and rooms of Windsor Castle, before exploring the hidden mysteries of Stonehenge and the cobbled streets of Oxford, ready to arrive back in central London at around 7pm.

With entrance to Windsor Castle and Stonehenge included, plus a walking tour of Oxford, this is a great full day trip outside of London.

Tour highlights

• Visit the quaint town of Windsor and discover royal landmarks.
• See the Gothic architecture of St George's Chapel, the site of many royal marriages and funerals. 
• Experience the magnificent history of Stonehenge.
• Enjoy a walking tour of Oxford, the "city of dreaming spires".
• Pass by the famous University of Oxford and see the Bodleian Library.

Windsor Castle, Oxford and Stonehenge day tour itinerary

Travel to Windsor Castle

After departing from Victoria Coach Station, the first stop is Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Begin your day exploring one of the King's official residences, which has been a home to royalty for 1,000 years.

Enjoy a glimpse into royal life by exploring the lavish State Apartments, which is home to grand ceremonial rooms and furnished with fine art from the Royal Collection.

Then visit St George’s Chapel where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot – don't forget to look up and take in the intricate stone vaulting.

Visit Stonehenge

Uncover ancient secrets at your next stop, Stonehenge. Shrouded in mystery, no one knows whether Stonehenge was a temple for sun worship, a healing centre, a burial site or a huge calendar. Walk around the stones and see if you can decide for yourself.

Discover how this site looked thousands of years ago with a Lithodomos Ancient World Multimedia Guide. An interactive self-guiding experience that brings the site to life through virtual experiences including reconstructions and infographics that reveal stories and legends of this fascinating attraction.

Walking tour of Oxford

Break for lunch, then join your guide on a walking tour of Oxford. Stroll around the cobbled lanes of this historic university town, and explore ancient college courtyards, quaint narrow alleys. See where influential authors like Lewis Carroll, CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien got their inspiration, and look out for locations seen in the Harry Potter films.

Take a peek at the Bodleian Library, one of Europe’s oldest libraries, which is the University of Oxford’s main library and houses more than 12 million items.

Return to London

After a full day of exploring and soaking up the history of Windsor, Stonehenge and Oxford, enjoy a relaxing journey back to London – arriving back at approximately 7pm.

Where does the tour start?

The Windsor Castle, Oxford and Stonehenge bus tour departs from Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, SW1W 9SH, close to Victoria Station.

What time does the tour leave?

Check in at Golden Tours Visitor Centre at 7.30am. The coach departs at 8am. Don’t forget your e-ticket!

What time does the coach get back to London?

The tour arrives back in London at approximately 7pm. You’ll be dropped off near Gloucester Road Underground Station (Zone 1).

Be sure to double check all timings on your e-ticket.

Other tours you might like

Get the royal treatment on a London, Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace tour (from £79 for a full-day tour). Start your day-long royal exploration with a panoramic bus tour of London’s iconic spots, such as Piccadilly Circus and Hyde Park, before heading to Hampton Court Palace. After exploring the palace’s Tudor delights and vast gardens, round off your day with a trip to Windsor Castle.

Or book your place on a Windsor Castle and Roman Baths day trip from London (from £79 for a full-day tour). Discover almost 1,000 years of history at the famous royal residence, Windsor Castle. Then head further back in time as you explore the beautiful spa town of Bath and visit the Roman Baths, where you can discover thousands of archaeological finds and sample Bath’s famous mineral-rich water. 

Don’t have time for a whole day tour? Book tickets to visit Windsor Castle (admission from £28) or join a half-day tour to Stonehenge (from £64 for a six-hour round trip, including admission).