Featuring Blenheim Palace and Highclere Castle (“Downton Abbey”) and Guest Speaker Lord Charles Spencer-Churchill

Brief Description

The unspoilt nature of England lies in the ways of life practiced for centuries in its idyllic university towns, pastoral villages and picturesque countryside. Enjoy this extraordinary opportunity to travel in a small, merry group to the university town of Oxford and through the Cotswold region, discovering the true character of England’s town and country life. Spend four nights in the Five-Star landmark Macdonald Randolph Hotel, just steps away from the fabled quads of Oxford University, and three nights in a charming Cotswold village. Meet Lord Charles Spencer-Churchill, cousin to Sir Winston Churchill, as you call on their family’s stunning Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Uncover the deep history behind Victorian Highclere Castle, also known as “Downton Abbey.” Visit William Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon. Hear about contemporary life from the local ladies and gents during the exclusive Town & Country Life Forum^®. This comprehensive small group travel program is the best way to experience English town and country life at the perfect pace. Cambridge Pre-Program and London Post-Program Options.

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Trip Status: Taking Reservations at 1-800-FOR-DUKE
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