Our tours are designed with your best interests at heart. Therefore each tour can be remodelled to best suit your requirements allowing you to make the most of your trip at your own pace.

Interesting Fact: Situated in the Chiltern Hills, you will find; Chequers which is a weekend home to all UK Prime Ministers since 1921. Chequers has become a major part of British politics.

You may be familiar with the English Midsummer Murders drama. This unique Midsummer counties tour will give you the chance to further explore these stunning counties consisting of Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire.

Henley on Thames: Surrounded by the Chiltern Hills on the banks of the River Thames; the town of Henley-on-Thames is famous for its annual rowing event known as the Henley Royal Regatta. The town is home to many designated landmarks including the 18^th Century stone bridge, St Mary’s Church and the Town Hall. There is a wide selection of boutique restaurants and cafés. Additionally it is also home to Country Touring’s head office where we’d be happy to have a cuppa tea with you !

Marlow: Another pretty town sat on the banks of the Thames. Marlow’s most recognisable landmark is the suspension bridge crossing the River Thames joining the two counties of Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. The town’s historic streets flourish with a range of shops, restaurants, bars and pubs. Over the years, the town has attracted the interest of many well-known names across the globe who reside in the area.

Vicar of Dibley + Chitty Chitty Bang Bang: For those of you familiar with The Vicar of Dibley, you may recognise the village of Turville where this TV series was filmed. The village also offers a local 16^th century pub with a great selection of traditional food and drink.

Overlooking the village of Turville lays Cobstone Windmill still in its original state from the movie Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

Oxford City: Home to one of the world’s most oldest and prestigious university; the City of Oxford dates back to the Saxon age which is still visible in the architecture across many buildings throughout the city including Oxford castle and prison dating back over 1000 years. A popular and most recognisable landmark is Christ Church dating back to the time of Henry VIII. You may recognise Christ Church College from some Harry Potter scenes. Oxford is also home to the Great Britain’s oldest Botanic gardens.

Goring: Whilst touring the Midsummer Counties, why not visit the ancient village of Goring which has lots to offer. The village of Goring has also been used in the Midsummer Murders Drama and was also home to the famous singer: George Michael where his home still stands.

Blenheim Palace: Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, Blenheim Palace is named after the battle of Blenheim in 1704 and birthplace to Sir Winston Churchill. The palace sits in the centre of beautiful English gardens.

Downton Abbey: Visit Highclere castle where the famous TV drama Downton Abbey was filmed. Explore the spectacular architecture of the house designed by Sir Charles Barry who also designed the Houses of Parliament.  

Waddesdon Manor: Built as a French Renaissance-style chateau by the Rothschild family during the 1870’s; the manor exhibits outstanding Victorian gardens as well a collection of Rothschild wines from Bordeaux in the glorious wine cellars. Waddesdon Manor