The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Surrey, England

Starry-eyed at the thought of royalty? Face your fantasies head-on in an exclusive tour of ‘The Crown’. If blue-blood was infectious, you would be a noble, tripping in and out of 6 royal palaces in one day. Watch those graces please…you’ll be in esteemed company of all things precious. Your host is a keen royalist historian, well versed with the knowns-and-unknowns of the British monarchy, so keep shooting those loaded questions. Major London landmarks, including Her Majesty the Queen’s principal residence, Buckingham Palace, will be on your pitstops while in the city. Head out to Windsor-on-Thames in Royal Berkshire. Drop in to St. George’s Chapel where Harry tied the knot with Meghan (daily except Sunday). Indulge in a walking tour of Windsor. Tickets for Windsor Castle are not included, but we can pre-order and pre-purchase skip-the-line vouchers for you. Also included is Clarence House, residence of Prince Charles and Runnymede, where the Magna Carta was signed. Overwhelmed?

Inclusions: Professional guide, Bottled water

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A private and personalised tour from London. You will be picked up direct by private vehicle and taken back in time to the world famous Hampton Court Palace. Most famous as the home of Henry VIII, but also a Royal Palace for many others including Elizabeth I, Charles I and joint monarchs William and Mary. Your private guide will share the the fascinating history of the palace, and you will be able to roam at your own leisure. No strict schedules or being herded around in a large group. You will then be dropped back direct to your Hotel or other central London location. Highlights • Private Tour with your own Driver and Guide • Henry VIII Palace, Kitchens and Great Hall wonderfully preserved • Explore the stunning grounds and Gardens including the maze and Henry VIII Tennis court • Hear stories of hidden tunnels, rooms and the many Ghosts! • All entrance fees included and transport door to door

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Queen Victoria loved her holidays. She travelled to Scotland, France, and Italy and stayed at lavish palaces and princely courts in lush locations, but there’s nowhere she loved more than the Isle of Wight, a diamond-shaped pearl in the English Channel. It’s not far from London and boasts beautiful beaches, epic white sea-cliffs, a warm climate and remnants from the Romans, Normans, and two World Wars. On this tour, you visit Queen Victoria’s Italian-inspired holiday home, Osborne House. You venture to the sea-shores and see gorgeous cliffs, barren bunkers and stunning white rock structures. And on the mainland, you even get a chance to celebrate your journey with a drink at the home of Bombay Sapphire Gin. Join this trip, follow in the footsteps of royalty and let your guide lead you through England’s favourite holiday island.

Inclusions: 2 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast in either a B&B or 3-star Hotel., Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers), Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, Driver/guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Admission fees

All our tours have been made Covid secure and are carried out in daily sanitised vehicles. We have personal protective equipment (PPE) such as antibacterials, face coverings and disposable gloves.  Our staff carry out a daily health check with temperature checks. The venues have sanitising stations and respect UK government rules on social distancing and safe travel. Windsor Castle: See the State Apartments used for official state and events. Wonder at St George's Chapel. To avoid overcrowding guiding is not permitted in most parts of the castle so you will be provided with a complimentary audioguide to visit the State Apartments and St George's Chapel. Visit Hampton Court Palace and see two Royal Palaces in one. Henry VIII's tudor palace and the 17th century Baroque Palace by Christopher Wren It's a fantastic day out for all the family with actors and performers, a maze, playground, great exhibits and some of the finest gardens in the country. A very royal experience.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Gratuities. (We suggest a tip of approximately 10% of the tour cost for outstanding service).

Once I have collected you from your central London location we will head straight out to Runnymede. From here we will drive in to the historic town of Windsor and have lunch by the riverside. Next stop will be the castle where we will visit St. George’s Chapel and the magnificent state rooms. You will then be transferred back to your desired central London location.

Inclusions: Pick up from any central London location, Bottled water, Return to any central London location, USB charging points, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: I will book a table at a riverside restaurant., Castle entry tickets. Once I know the size of your party I can purchase these tickets for you., Gratuities

Excellent, professionally qualified guide with decades of experience. For the past 20 years Jackie Clemson has worked within the heritage industry, in the Royal Collection at Windsor Castle, and as a Guide Lecturer for Historic Royal Palaces. She specialises in walking tours of London, as well as the gardens and palace of Hampton Court; and is accredited by the City of London University and Institute of Tourist Guides. Jackie also delivers illustrated lectures on HM Queen Elizabeth II, Windsor Castle, Royal Westminster and the history, ceremonies, & ancient traditions, of many different areas of London.

Inclusions: Tour with Jackie Clemson who has a History degree and is a Historic Royal Palaces qualified guide., Jackie has worked at Hampton Court Palace for 20 years., Excellent reviews can be found on Trip Advisor under 'The History Guides' , Professional, local guide, accredited by ITG and City of London University.

Exclusions: Palace Admission Tickets, Food and Drink, Gratuities, Transportation

Just 60 minutes from Central London into the wow-wonderland of Windsor-on-Thames. The Queen of England has made it her home…and yes, it’s worth all the fuss. We stop at Runnymede Field where King John signed the Magna Carta in 1215, the big daddy of constitutions worldwide At Windsor, your day is pretty well chalked out. A guided walking tour, followed by a caffeine fix at an atmospheric English cafe, and jaw-dropping moments at the official residence of Her Majesty. There’s still St. George’s Chapel, tombs of many of English Kings and Queens, and the venue of the celeb-wedding of Harry and Meghan. A lunch table at a relaxing riverside restaurant or maybe you prefer a traditional afternoon tearoom with chintzy china in the village? Free time to visit Eton College, where 13 British Prime Ministers and Princes William and Harry studied, enjoy some shop browsing, or stroll along the River Thames. Useful tip. Save the hassle of long lines by pre-ordering Castle tickets with us.

Inclusions: Private Driver Guide, Live commentary throughout the tour, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Private tour from London to two of England's most historic and iconic treasures. You will be picked up direct from your accommodation by private vehicle and your journey through 1600 years of combined history begins! Windsor Castle was founded by William the Conqueror in 1070, and since then 39 Monarchs have resided at the Castle. On May 19th 2018 Prince Harry will marry Meghan Markle at St Georges Chapel within the grounds at Windsor. Hampton Court Palace - Most famous as the home of Henry VIII, but also a Royal Palace for many others including Elizabeth I, Charles I and joint monarchs William and Mary.  Highlights • Marvel at Windsor's State Rooms used today by Queen Elizabeth II • Stunning St Georges Chapel home to The Order Of The Knights Garter • Hampton Court's Medieval Kitchens,Great Hall and Cellars home of the Tudor Court • Non rushed at your pace.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks

You will marvel at the Hampton Court Palace’s highlights on this 3-hour private tour. With your very own historian guide, discover the magnificence of King Henry VIII’s favorite royal residence. Marvel at the lavishly decorated Tudor Quarters, take a moment to reflect in the opulent Chapel Royal, traverse the cobbled courtyards and see masterpieces from the revered Royal Collection. Along the way, learn about the palace’s history and hear more about the Tudor, Stuart and Georgian royals who lived within its iconic red brick walls.

Inclusions: Professional historian guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Food and drinks

Take a personalised adventure from London in comfort with an experienced Driver Guide and visit the spectacular Windsor Castle and town. See the magnificent State Rooms and St. George's Chapel where Prince Harry and Meghan were recently married. Travel past Runnymede, where the Magna Carta was signed in 1215 then, after lunch, on to Henry VIII's royal palace at Hampton Court, alongside the River Thames. Explore the remarkable interior rooms and kitchens and the spectacular gardens with your guide before returning to your accommodation in London.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Drinks, meals and other refreshments not included, Admission / entrance fees