Layover Royal Windsor Private Tour from London Heathrow Airport
Don’t spend your layover time stuck inside the airport. Instead, discover Royal Windsor. Royal Windsor Castle. Home to royalty and 1,000 years of royal history. Windsor Castle was founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century. Over the centuries this 900-year-old site has been extensively rebuilt and remodeled thanks to the 39 monarchs who have lived there. *St George's Chapel (Queen Elizabeth II resting place) within the grounds of Windsor Castle is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in England. Construction of the present Chapel began in 1475 under the reign of Edward IV. When visiting make sure you look up and admire the stone ceiling, which was added by Henry VII. The Chapel has been the location of many royal weddings. Within the Chapel are the tombs of 11 monarchs, including Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip. George VI, Henry VIII and Charles I. The stunning State Apartments to the gigantic, incredibly detailed Queen Mary's Dolls' House and
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Layover Royal Windsor Private Tour from London Heathrow Airport
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Windsor Castle
Royal Windsor Castle. Home to royalty and 1,000 years of royal history. Windsor Castle was founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century. Over the centuries this 900-year-old site has been extensively rebuilt and remodeled thanks to the 39 monarchs who have lived there. *St George's Chapel (Queen Elizabeth II resting place) within the grounds of Windsor Castle is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in England. Construction of the present Chapel began in 1475 under the reign of Edward IV. When visiting make sure you look up and admire the stone ceiling, which was added by Henry VII. The Chapel has been the location of many royal weddings. Within the Chapel are the tombs of 11 monarchs, including Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip. George VI, Henry VIII and Charles I. There is so much to see at Windsor Castle - from the stunning State Apartments to the gigantic, incredibly detailed Queen Mary's Dolls' House and
Runnymede National Trust
Magna Carta originated in 1215 as a peace treaty between King John and a group of rebellious barons The original document was written in Latin on parchment made from animal skin Also a chance to walk in the field of Magna Carta: Runnymede, the meadow where history was made The name didn't emerge until the document's re-issue in 1217. It became known as 'The Great Charter' to differentiate it from the smaller 'Charter of the Forest' issued at the same time the founding fathers of America turned to Magna Carta for inspiration and guidance when they drew up the US constitution, and so they celebrate the Runnymede parchment.
Eton College
Eton College is one of the most prestigious high schools in the world. ... In addition to actors and royals, the school is also known for educating several future Prime Ministers, including David Cameron and incoming prime minister Boris Johnson.
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- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Meet and Greet inside the terminal
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Gratuities
- Windsor Castle
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please provide inbound flight details and schedule arrival. Meet and Greet on arrival. Driver waits in the arrival hall with a name board. for Terminal 2 and 3 meeting point is in front of WHSmith. for Terminal 4 and 5 meeting point is in front of Costa Coffee. Soon as you clear custom please make your way to the arrival hall where your driver will be waiting. your driver will be on site soon as your flight lands. 24 hours before your tour date we will email you, your driver details. If you cannot make contact with the driver please call our office which is available 24/7.
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Things you need to know before you book this tour For those starting the Tour from the Airport: The specified touring time starts from your flight’s actual landing time. You will not lose out if your flight is delayed (we monitor all flights)! Once you are in the arrival hall, your chauffeur will greet you, assist you with the luggage and then take you on a ROYAL WINDSOR Tour. Touring ends either at London Airport or at your central London hotel. notes The Changing of the Guard: takes place at 11:00am, weather permitting, from Monday to Saturday between April and the end of June, and on alternate days for the rest of the year, with the exception of Sundays. The Castle is open to visitors every day, including when The Queen is in residence, except for 25 and 26 December. is the Castle is a working royal palace opening arrangements may be subject to change at short notice. Queen Mary's Dolls' House is currently closed for planned improvement works. This Ticket is not a pass to any sites. Tour pick up times are flexible but MUST be advised at time of booking. • Tours do not include entrance fees. Chauffeurs provide a panoramic tour with historic highlights and luxurious transport to and from the sites visited but are not accredited tour guides. The tour descriptions are suggested itineraries, the passengers may visit any other sites within the tour areas that they may wish to visit, time permitting. Unfortunately, due to UK regulations chauffeurs are unable to escort clients into historic sites and are prohibited from offering highlights within the sites. *Windsor Castle passes • If you decide to visit the castle, then you will require to buy entrance ticket • We can buy your passes to the castle and save you the hassle of waiting in the ques, at a discount rate. please inform us after you book your tour • send us an email or call us after you book your tour and we will buy your fast track pass for you and have it ready when you arrive and meet your driver.
