One Day Tour
Highclere Castle
Key Information
Having spent considerable time at Highclere Castle organising private tours, country pursuits and wonderful dinners in the evening, we unreservedly recommend a visit to this historic and truly unique English estate and are extremely grateful to The Earl and Countess of Carnarvon for allowing us into their home.
Highclere Castle has been the seat of the Carnarvon family since 1679. Built on an ancient site dating back thirteen hundred years and recorded in the Domesday Book, the castle and estate provide a fascinating insight into England’s landscape and building heritage. The present day castle was designed in 1842 by Sir Charles Barry, the architect also responsible for building the Houses of Parliament in Westminster.
Highclere Castle’s history also includes a fascinating connection with ancient Egypt, as the 5th Earl, with Howard Carter, discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings in 1922. Highclere Castle houses an Exhibition to commemorate this historic event, including some rare antiques from the 5th Earl’s earlier Egyptian excavations.
Highclere Castle Tour highlights include:
Highclere Castle Tour Gallery
As your journey is as important as your destination then sit back and relax in one of our luxurious vehicles. Our prices are per vehicle NOT per person and include your chauffeur guide, collection and return to your hotel but not entrance fees where applicable, parking or meals.
May we also suggest one of England's hidden gems which has tremendous ties to Highclere Castle, Waddesdon Manor, which is included in our Waddesdon Manor and The Chiltern Hills Tour.
Testimonials
"I wanted to thank you for the wonderful tour you arranged for us. All the arrangements and accommodations were first class. Our favorite hotel was The Peacock. We had such a great time that we were ready to come back the day that we flew to the US. Accolades to Graham as well. He was very patient with us, answering our multitude of questions! We enjoyed visiting with him."
Avis Converse
Ohio. US
“Our trip to England was the highlight of the year and we are very appreciative of the splendid, memorable itinerary you prepared along with the arrangements for our meals and lodgings. Expertly done!”
Mr and Mrs Sam Snyder and family
New Jersey, USA
"John, it was a great day. Graham was knowledgeable and pleasant, the weather cooperated and the trip itself was lovely. Next time we come to the UK we shall look you up again for our next tour."
Dr. Brian Rotenberg
Ontario, Canada.
Copyright Information
BHCT would like the thank: Highclere Castle for the use of some of the images for this tour.
