
Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour
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Is Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour worth booking?
Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour is a 9-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $879 per person. It scores 43 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 43 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (1)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $879 per person
Travel to the Cotswold village of Bampton, the setting of Downton village. Then move on to more villages that were featured in the series and the films
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Complimentary water
- Private driver-guide
- Transport by private black cab
About this experience
Travel to the Cotswold village of Bampton, the setting of Downton village. Then move on to more villages that were featured in the series and the films
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Complimentary water
- Private driver-guide
- Transport by private black cab
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Downton
We visit the villages in the Oxfordshire countryside that were transformed into the village of Downton. This will allow you to see the exteriors of; Visit the post Office. Mrs Crawleys House. The Hospital The Pubs The Church where all the weddings and the funerals took place Chat with the locals to get insider gossip. Buy souvenirs.
180 minutes here
Bampton
Stopping for lunch on route to the castle we visit a 300-year-old pub for traditional ‘pub grub’ (hearty British food) such as fish and chips or sausages and mash (own expense). Veggie option available
60 minutes here
Blenheim Palace
When Highclere Castle is closed we offer a visit to the fantastic Blenheim Palace, or you may wish to see more of the Cotswolds Villages.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
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Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent tour. Very much enjoyed the...
<p>Excellent tour. Very much enjoyed the ride through the English countryside, the visit to Bampton, and lunch at a colorful country pub with great food and a garden view. Highclere Castle lived up to expectations and the Egypt exhibit was quite interesting. It really took the pressure off to do this tour in a car with someone else driving. It made for a relaxing, albeit long day.</p>
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 43
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour cost?
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Prices start at $879 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 43 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour: 'Downton Abbey' Villages only tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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