This private, customizable tour immerses you in early 20th century English society as depicted in Downton Abbey. Visit beautiful Highclere Castle, home of the Crawleys, and the village in Oxfordshire used in the making of the very popular TV series. Discover the beauty of the English countryside as well as the highlights of London. If you love Downton Abbey, this vacation is for you!
Note: DOWNTON ABBEY is a trademark of Carnival Film & Television Limited and/or its affiliates. Neither...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
London - Beginning Your Downton Excursion
Upon arrival in the England, your driver will be waiting at arrival to assist you with your luggage before whisking you to your London hotel. Your hotel will be a charming boutique with service reminiscent of that found in stately homes in times gone-by.
What's Included:
Day 2
London - Touring Mighty London
Day 3
Bampton, Swinbrook, and Oxford - Oxfordshire: The Charm of Downton Abbey Country
Day 4
Highclere Castle - The Real-World History of the Crawley's Home
Day 5
Cambridge - Strolling the Grounds of Captivating Cambridge
Day 6
Henley on Thames and London - Returning to the Capital
Day 7
London - Saying Goodbye to Enchanting England
Trip Highlights
- Visit some of your favorite scenes from the show, like the magnificent Highclere Castle and the winding streets and darling edifices of Bampton
- Tour southern England – the home of Downton Abbey and centuries of engaging and fascinating history – with your own private driver, who also happens to be an expert on World War I and the British nobility and who will give you one-of-a-kind insight into the real events of the Downton Abbey period
- Walk the streets of lively London, the capital of the United Kingdom and the center of the world for centuries, and take in some of the city’s renowned museums, like the Victoria and Albert Museum and the impressive Imperial War Museum
- Stroll the quads of some of the world’s most august and revered institutions of higher learning, from the Radcliffe Camera of Oxford University to the world’s largest fan vault in King’s College Chapel at the University of Cambridge
- Delight in the country charm of some of southern England’s quaintest village and wind through some of its best countryside as you make your way through the ancestral home of the English nobility
- We can offer unique luxury experiences with special access, ranging from private visits to private afternoon tea at Highclere, served by the staff for a full experience as if you were the Crawleys.
Detailed Description
Downton Abbey has swept the country into a period-piece mania, regaling the peaks and valleys of the lives of the aristocratic Crawley family in a way that has left millions entranced with its stirring drama, beautiful costumes and stunning scenery. This seven-day customizable tour is for everyone who’s ever wanted to walk the halls of Downton or visit the winding roads to where the servants spend their evenings, and it’s for everyone who’s wanted a unique experience of England, filled with breathtaking landscapes and engaging locals anxious to show you all the charms of their inimitable country. It is a trip truly unlike any other, and it’s sure to be one you’ll never forget.
The highlights include visiting the real Oxfordshire village (used for the village scenes in the series and home to the church used in the filming) as well as Highclere Castle, which was used as the Crawley's home and where most of the drama unfolds. Enjoy visits to Oxford and Cambridge to experience some of the most beautiful small cities of England, both of which have a long and outstanding history of being the education centers for Britain's best and brightest, from Sir Isaac Newton to J.R.R. Tolkien!
Begin your adventure in puissant London, the center of the Empire in the Crawley’s day and one of the greatest cities on Earth, where you’ll explore all of the finest museums and best attractions in the City of the Thames.
Chosen for their expertise in British noble society and history during the World War I period, this tour offers the best private guides who will regale you with stories of turn-of-the-century England and the class struggles that form a center point of the show as you make your way through the delightful English countryside.
Walk the halls of the venerated Oxbridge institutions that would have been the alma maters for all of the Crawley men, from ancient Oxford to renowned Cambridge. And revel in your exploration of the sets of your favorite British period piece, from the cobblestone streets of Bampton – which served as the set for most of the village scenes – to Grey’s Court, the country house romanticized as Downton Place in Season 3, to the romantic seclusion of Swinbrook – the site of Lady Sybil’s scandalous elopement – to the astounding Highclere Castle, the titular home where you will while the afternoon away in truly noble fashion.
From the dry wit of the Dowager Countess to the heartbreaking love of Mary and Matthew, from the dedication of Edith to the caring of Sybil to the stolid bravery of the Earl of Grantham, Downton Abbey is a show that explores the strength of the human spirit in the heart of inspiring scenery. If you’ve ever longed to take a vacation to this unforgettable setting, or to get knee-deep in the history and culture of the show you can’t wait to watch, or to live like a Crawley – if just for a short while – this is the trip that will give you it all.
Itinerary and visits to other filming locations are all customizable and on a flexible schedule. The entire itinerary can be customized according to travelers' interests, with all hotels, transportation, and guiding arranged and hassle-free.
NOTE: You might also be interested in our Downton Abbey: The Season 3 Tour or the Downton Abbey Season 4 Tour.
Note: DOWNTON ABBEY is a trademark of Carnival Film & Television Limited and/or its affiliates. Neither the "Downton Abbey Tour" nor this website is in any way affiliated with, related to or authorized by Carnival, nor any officially licensed or authorized DOWNTON ABBEY tours or other goods or services.
Starting Price
$7,400 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all guided tours and activities (dependent on season)
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates. Note: DOWNTON ABBEY is a trademark of Carnival Film & Television Limited and/or its affiliates. Neither the "Downton Abbey Tour" nor this website is in any way affiliated with, related to or authorized by Carnival, nor any officially licensed or authorized DOWNTON ABBEY tours or other goods or services.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.91 stars based on 54 reviews.
We absolutely loved our England adventure and already wish we could go back. It was a perfect balance of English countryside, history, and culture.
All our hotels were wonderful. The lodge in Broadway was such an extraordinary place to stay—the property was so historic, but the rooms and amenities were modern. We loved the pool and gym, and delicious food/drink they offered. We also took advantage of the playground down the street every evening after dinner—it had a zipline and a beautiful vista. The lodge at Warwick was also amazing, such a fun place to stay for families with young kids. We also really enjoyed our hotel in London. The location was ideal as we could walk to restaurants and we had a tube station right there.
Our drivers were also very professional and friendly, and made the transfers between locations so simple and stress-free for us. Honestly we have nothing but good things to say about every moment of this vacation, from the afternoon tea to the "Harry Potter" studio tour.
Reviewed By Darren L.
We had an exceptional experience with the team at Zicasso's travel company, particularly our agent. She listened to our hopes and needs for a very complex trip, and created a journey that exceeded our expectations in every way.
Reviewed By Lorraine M.
The trip was good.
Reviewed By Denise M.
When we reached out to Zicasso to plan our trip, we were matched with two different agencies. After speaking to them both, we felt most comfortable with this travel company and we are so glad we chose them! We wanted to plan a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Europe and the tour company went above and beyond to help us do that!
Everyone we worked with listened to our needs and requests, and together we created the perfect itinerary for our family, which included something for everyone! We had all of the information we needed to make us feel comfortable and prepared, and we also knew they were there for us if we needed anything during the trip itself.
We fit so much into this trip. We saw sights we have always wanted to and had unforgettable experiences together as a family! We will treasure these memories forever and we have this travel company to thank for that!
Reviewed By Amy W.
It was a wonderful trip. The Zicasso travel company does a great job of taking care of all the small but important details that can add stress to a big trip. We would use them again!
Reviewed By Peter G.
The Zicasso travel agency was absolutely wonderful, helping us plan a customized trip to England and Scotland. Our travel group of 10 included teenagers through retirees. They truly listened to our interests and helped build an amazing experience for everyone. The individualized care and communication were wonderful. They were also incredibly responsive and helpful when our incoming flight was delayed. We'd highly recommend!!
Reviewed By Kate T.
