ou will take a full-day coach excursion to discover three essential sites in England, combining royal heritage, prehistoric mystery, and university tradition. Throughout the journey, you will delve into the history of the royal family, English culture, and countryside landscapes, traveling between cities and monuments that represent different chapters of the United Kingdom’s past.
The experience will take you to Windsor Castle, an active royal residence rising above the River Thames beside the charming town of Windsor. During the visit, you will explore the State Apartments, used by monarchs over the centuries, and admire their decorative richness as you learn about the history of the British monarchy. In addition, you will visit St George’s Chapel, the setting for royal ceremonies and the final resting place of several sovereigns, in a space that will help you understand the castle’s symbolic importance.
Later, you will head to the Salisbury Plain to see Stonehenge, a Neolithic monument around 5,000 years old, set within an open and awe-inspiring landscape. There you will get close to the stones and learn theories about their origin and purpose, while observing how this site continues to spark questions and debate. During the visit, you can enhance the experience with the exhibition, where archaeological objects linked to the site are displayed.
The day will end in Oxford with a walking tour along its cobbled streets and university courtyards, where you will sense the atmosphere of one of the world’s most renowned academic cities. As you walk, you will discover places such as Christ Church and see the 17th-century Bodleian Library, as well as learn about the history of the University of Oxford, the oldest university in the English-speaking world. At the end, you will return with a broad view of the United Kingdom, bringing together royalty, archaeology, and university life in a single day.