Welcome to Luxury England Tours
Winter brings a distinctive character to England. London takes on a festive glow, pubs and restaurants feel especially inviting, and the countryside is at its most atmospheric, with crisp days, frosted landscapes and country estates that feel made for the season. With a private chauffeur throughout, everything is taken care of, so you can simply settle into the journey and enjoy each destination as it comes.
From the energy and elegance of London to the beauty of the English countryside, this is England at its most inviting: full of warmth, character, and timeless charm. For those drawn to England’s heritage and traditions, it’s an opportunity to experience the country in a season that brings a different kind of magic.
All of our tours are fully customisable.
Accommodation – Brown’s Hotel, London (4 Nights)
Transport – Executive vehicle & private chauffeur
Activities – Enjoy London at your leisure
There’s a particular magic to winter in London, and this is where your journey begins. On arrival, your private chauffeur will be waiting to welcome you into the city in the comfort of an executive car, taking you to Brown’s Hotel in Mayfair, London’s oldest luxury hotel. Here, wood-panelled rooms glow with the warmth of crackling fires, while the welcome is as gracious and elegant as the setting itself.
The afternoon is yours to spend entirely as you wish. Let any lingering travel fatigue melt away by unwinding with a restorative treatment at The Spa at Brown’s. Alternatively, venture out to explore, from the boutiques of Bond Street, just a short stroll away, to London’s world-class galleries and museums.
As evening falls, make your way to Rules in Covent Garden. London’s oldest restaurant, and one of its most storied, it has welcomed diners since 1798, Charles Dickens, Charlie Chaplin and Laurence Olivier among them, drawn by a kitchen devoted to British tradition: game in season, oysters, and pies and puddings done properly. It’s a true taste of Britain’s culinary heritage, and a quintessentially British start to the journey ahead.
Accommodation -Brown’s Hotel, London (4 Nights)
Transport – Executive vehicle & private chauffeur
Activities – Private walking tour of London, Westminster Abbey, Changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, Big Ben, The London Eye
This morning, meet your private guide for a walking tour through some of London’s most iconic landmarks. Begin at Westminster Abbey, its soaring spires and centuries of coronations, weddings and burials making it one of the country’s most treasured buildings. From there, make your way to Buckingham Palace in time for the Changing of the Guard, a ceremony steeped in tradition and pageantry, before continuing on past Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, their silhouette instantly familiar against the winter sky.
Later, stroll through Hyde Park, where crisp winter air and quiet, frost-touched paths offer a welcome pause between sights, before boarding the London Eye for sweeping views across the city skyline.
For dinner, head to Brasserie Zédel, a grand, well-preserved Art Deco brasserie tucked just off Piccadilly Circus. With its soaring ceilings and marble columns, it evokes the elegance of 1930s Paris, offering classic French fare in one of London’s most theatrical settings, a wonderful close to a day spent among the capital’s finest landmarks.
Accommodation – Brown’s Hotel, London (4 Nights)
Transport – Executive vehicle & private chauffeur
Activities – Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Private Borough Market food tour
Begin the day at the Tower of London, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks and home to the Crown Jewels. Stored and displayed here since 1661, the magnificent, world-famous collection of 23,578 gemstones sits at the heart of this medieval fortress, whose history stretches back nearly a thousand years and is famously watched over by its resident ravens. From here, cross Tower Bridge on foot, its Victorian towers rising over the Thames and offering some of the finest views across the city skyline.
A private food tour then leads you through Borough Market, one of London’s oldest and most celebrated food markets. Guided by a local expert, wind your way between the stalls, sampling artisan cheeses, fresh-baked bread, seasonal produce and street food from around the world, each stop revealing another layer of the market’s centuries-old history.
As the day winds down, The Wigmore awaits, a former banking hall turned elegant British tavern at The Langham hotel. Taking inspiration from the great British public houses of the past, this is a modern British pub with a luxury twist, the menu overseen by Michel Roux Jr, serving refined pub fare.
Accommodation – Brown’s Hotel, London (4 Nights)
Transport – Executive vehicle & private chauffeur
Activities – British Museum, Oxford Street, Afternoon tea at The Ritz
The morning is reserved for the British Museum, home to one of the world’s greatest collections of art and antiquities. Wander galleries filled with treasures spanning continents and centuries, from the Rosetta Stone to the Parthenon Sculptures, each offering a window into civilisations long past. With so much to see, a private guide can help you focus on the highlights that matter most to you.
From there, take in some light Christmas shopping along Oxford Street, London’s famous retail thoroughfare, home to flagship department stores and high-street favourites, dressed in their winter best and twinkling with festive lights.
By mid-afternoon, make your way to The Ritz for a traditional Afternoon Tea, served beneath crystal chandeliers and gilded ceilings. It remains one of London’s most cherished rituals, complete with finger sandwiches, warm scones and delicate pastries, best enjoyed with a glass of champagne.
This evening, dine at Kerridge’s Bar & Grill, Tom Kerridge’s celebrated restaurant at the Corinthia London. With a menu inspired by the nation’s most beloved dishes, expect hearty British cooking with a twist.
Accommodation – Estelle Manor, Oxfordshire (2 Nights)
Transport – Executive vehicle & private chauffeur
Activities – Windsor Castle, The Cotswolds
Leave the capital behind as your private chauffeur drives you west toward Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. Step inside to explore the magnificent State Apartments and St George’s Chapel, where centuries of royal heritage and grand architecture sit beautifully framed against the crisp winter sky.
From Windsor, your journey carries you into the picturesque Cotswolds, where busy streets give way to rolling hills, honey-coloured stone villages, and frost-dusted country lanes. By late afternoon, arrive at Estelle Manor, a magnificent Grade II-listed 18th-century country house set within 3,000 acres of sprawling parkland, where heritage seamlessly meets understated, contemporary style.
This evening, dine at The Glasshouse, tucked away within the estate’s historic walled garden. Bathed in the soft glow of evening lights, this striking glass-walled restaurant offers a vibrant, effortlessly relaxed setting. Enjoy a menu of hearty, crowd-pleasing classics, from artisanal wood-fired pizzas and beer-battered haddock to decadent puds, perfectly paired with a chilled glass of Champagne or a signature cocktail. It is a delightfully welcoming start to your country retreat.
Accommodation – Estelle Manor, Oxfordshire (2 Nights)
Transport – Executive vehicle & private chauffeur
Activities – Relax at the spa, Oxford, Private tour of Blenheim Palace
Begin your morning with the Thermal Journey at Eynsham Baths, Estelle Manor’s Roman-inspired spa, it’s architecture inspired by the Roman villa ruins discovered close to the estate. Moving through a curated sequence of heated pools, traditional steam rooms, and invigorating cooling plunges, it offers a deeply restorative reset, allowing you to start your day in total comfort and ease.
Your private chauffeur seamlessly escorts you into nearby Oxford to explore the magnificent architecture, historic stone quadrangles, and iconic spires of this famed university city. From Oxford, continue on to nearby Blenheim Palace. Here, a private guide leads you through the opulent State Rooms of this historic UNESCO World Heritage Site, the birthplace of Winston Churchill, sharing the rich heritage and world-class art collections housed within its grand, golden stone walls.
Return to Estelle Manor as twilight falls to dine at The Brasserie. This vibrant restaurant, complete with hand-painted motifs and original wood-panelling, offers a menu centred around seasonal dishes, fresh local ingredients, and prime cuts. Surrounded by relaxed yet refined decor, it provides a deeply sophisticated, truly memorable close to your day of countryside discovery.
Accommodation – Cliveden House, Berkshire (1 Night)
Transport – Executive vehicle & private chauffeur
Activities – Shopping at Bicester Village, falconry experience
Leave Estelle Manor behind this morning as your chauffeur drives you to Bicester Village, the UK’s premier luxury shopping destination. Browse the beautifully curated boutiques of world-renowned designer fashion and lifestyle brands, strolling along the picturesque, open-air avenues, the perfect opportunity to pick up stylish souvenirs and unique Christmas gifts for loved ones back home.
From there, journey south to Cliveden House, a Grade-I listed Italianate mansion set above the River Thames in Berkshire, amidst 376 acres of grand National Trust gardens. After settling into this iconic estate, steeped in centuries of political and social history, step out onto the sweeping grounds for a private falconry experience. Under expert guidance, learn the ancient art of handling and flying majestic birds of prey against a woodland backdrop.
As evening descends, prepare for a spectacular dinner at the renowned Cliveden Dining Room. Overlooking the Parterre gardens, this opulent, chandelier-lit space offers an unforgettable culinary experience, serving innovative, modern British cuisine crafted from the finest seasonal ingredients, bringing together to a memorable final night in the English countryside.
Transport – Executive vehicle & private chauffeur
Your journey through the best of English culture, history, and countryside luxury reaches its final chapter today. Begin your morning with a relaxed breakfast within the historic surroundings of Cliveden House, taking in the sweeping views across the grand estate grounds one last time.
At your designated departure time, your private chauffeur will meet you to assist with your luggage. Settle into the comfort of your executive vehicle, taking you directly to the airport.
As the scenic English landscape passes by your window, enjoy a smooth, stress-free drive to close out your journey, arriving with plenty of time to check in and board your flight home.
