Christmas At Blenheim Palace & Oxford Christmas Shopper
- Duration: 2 days
- Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Ref: D2TLEI9613
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
2 days
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Why Go?
- Experience an amazing festive atmosphere with an exceptional after-dark trail at Blenheim Palace
- Stay in a lovely 4* hotel
- Enjoy the buzz and beauty of Oxford at Christmas-time
If you're looking to get your festive shopping done in style, love beautiful architecture and history in picture perfect settings then this is the pre-Christmas treat for you!
Prepare yourself for the majestic beauty of Blenheim Palace at Christmas. Firmly positioned as one of the highlights of the UK festive calendar, wander the Palace’s wonderful gardens filled with Christmas cheer with thousands of twinkling lights and seasonal sounds filling the air. Explore the Palace rooms, each one exquisitely transformed and filled with hidden surprises. And discover the Christmas Market in the Great Court with gifts and treats to enjoy.
As if that wasn’t enough, discover Oxford, one of the UK's most beautiful cities. As mid-November graces this enchanting city, the air becomes infused with the spirit of Christmas, and the streets come alive with the anticipation of the holiday season. Venture into Oxford's charming shopping districts, where historic avenues and modern boutiques converge to offer a delightful array of treasures. Oxford beckons you to find the perfect presents for your loved ones!
Throw in a comfortable hotel for a relaxing overnight stay with a tasty breakfast included and you have the makings of a truly wonderful festive weekend!
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Day 1
Join your coach at your convenient local pick-up point, and head for beautiful Blenheim Palace for our afternoon / evening visit. You will have plenty of time to explore the stunning light trail in the sweeping manicured gardens and marvel at the amazing decorations and twinkling trees and lights that adorn the interior rooms of the majestic palace itself. A wide range of seasonal food and drink will be available to purchase in the East Courtyard and along the Illuminated Light Trail, including mulled wine and mince pies. There is also a Christmas Market with many designer/maker craft traders who will be housed in wooden chalets in the Great Court. Their distinctive range of artisan products will make perfect treats and gifts this Christmas. Later in the evening, you will rejoin your coach and continue to your overnight hotel with time to relax ready for tomorrow's excitement!Please note: As this is an afternoon/evening event, you may wish to eat at Blenheim as food may not be available at the hotel due to our later arrival time.
Day 2
After a hearty breakfast, say farewell to your hotel and head for the lovely city of Oxford for time to browse and discover festive treats and explore this historic setting. Rejoin your coach later this afternoon to relax as you head home.Blenheim Palace at Christmas
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationFirmly positioned as one of the highlights of the festive calendar, wander in the picture-perfect gardens of Blenheim Palace, filled with Christmas cheer as a multitude of twinkling lights and seasonal sounds fill the air with festive fun. The after-dark illuminated trail has everything you need for some unforgettable time with friends and family, including a glimpse of Father Christmas, trees drenched in jewel-like colour, glittering tunnels of light and lakeside reflections.
Explore the Palace rooms exquisitely transformed for the festive period. Every year a different theme is in place and the theme for this year will be announced in due course.
In the formal Great Court just outside Palace itself, the quaint Christmas Market is a treasure trove waiting to be discovered! With unique gifts, delicious festive produce and street vendors serving fabulous festive fayre it all adds to the Christmas spirit where quintessential Christmas comes to life in the grandest of settings.
Oxford
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationOxford, The City of Dreaming Spires, is famous the world over for its University and place in history. For over 800 years, it has been a home to royalty and scholars, and since the 9th Century an established town, although people are known to have lived in the area for thousands of years. Take time to discover the history and heritage of Oxford, home to 1,500 listed buildings from every major period of British architectural history from the 11th Century onwards. The centre looks like an enchanted fairy-tale city – making Oxford is a firm favourite of filmmakers from all over the world, from Harry Potter to Inspector Morse along with having inspired countless famous writers over the centuries. Oxford is flat and compact, with many of its major attractions, including the University of Oxford and its 38 colleges, Bodleian Library, the museums, and Oxford Castle Unlocked right in the centre – perfect to explore on foot.
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Tour includes
- 1 night hotel with breakfast
- Entrance to Blenheim Palace & Grounds
- Visit to Oxford for shopping and sightseeing
- Direct Coach Travel
- Net Zero Carbon
Accommodation
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford South
The Courtyard by Marriott Oxford South is a modern and stylish hotel located just outside Oxford, offering convenient access to both the city’s historic attractions and the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside. The hotel features contemporary rooms equipped with all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay, including spacious workspaces and free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy dining at the hotel’s on-site restaurant, The Oxen Bar & Grill, which serves a variety of international dishes.
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