
London, Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Buckinghamshire
April 20 - 26, 2026
Hosted by WHYY (Philadelphia) Public Media, especially for fans of PBS. If you live outside of the WHYY viewing area, please give us a call in advance of making an online booking for this tour. A list of all 2026 tours is available here.

- 13 superior meals
- 6 nights of deluxe accommodations divided between London, Cheltenham, and Luton
- Superior motor coach transportation between tour destinations
- Guides, tours and admission fees at tour venues
SPECIAL EXTRAS INCLUDED IN YOUR ITINERARY:
- Curator/expert led tours at various times
- Wine included with all group dinners
- Snacks at various points throughout the tour
- Welcome goodie bag with various gifts/niceties
We have created our own bespoke "lay away" system so that you can pay for your vacation, over time, before your departure.
On the booking page, simply choose the payment plan that suits you!
Calling all Masterpiece fans – we’re setting sail across the pond!
WHYY is delighted to invite you on a luxurious journey across England designed especially for our most enthusiastic and dedicated supporters and fans.
We hope you’ll join us for a one-of-a-kind opportunity for public media fans to experience the charm, history, and beauty of the United Kingdom — you’ll even have the opportunity to step right into some of the scenes you’ve watched and enjoyed on WHYY! You can immerse yourself in the vibrant settings of Downton Abbey, Midsomer Murders, Mr. Selfridge, Endeavour, and more.
In partnership with Transcendent Travel, we’ve curated an itinerary filled with first-class accommodations, exceptional dining, and unforgettable experiences.
Together, we’ll explore iconic destinations like Downtown Abbey’s Highclere Castle, Churchill’s War Rooms, and Midsomer Murders’ Dorchester-on-Thames. From exploring Windsor Castle, to enjoying high tea like royals, to uncovering the charm of the Cotswolds and Oxfordshire, this exclusive trip includes time for you to enjoy dining and shopping on your own as well as fun group meals and outings.
This special journey is more than a vacation — it’s a chance to share meaningful moments, connect with fellow WHYY fans, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you are a #1 fan of British shows on WHYY or a newer viewer, this will be an incredible trip for all to enjoy.
We look forward to sharing this extraordinary experience with you.
Warm regards.

Director of Philanthropy

Director of Programming & Engagement


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Day 1 - Monday
- Morning arrivals to London Heathrow
- Journey into Central London | Arrive at The Clermont, Charing Cross Our beautiful hotel is located next to Trafalgar Square, and near all of London's major attractions
- 2:00pm | Walking tour of Historic Central London Including Horse Guards Parade, Westminster, and Whitehall
- Tour of the Churchill War Rooms The iconic site of secret and strategic planning during World War II
- Welcome to London reception and group dinner
- Overnight accommodations at The Clermont, Charing Cross
Today as you arrive in London, you will be greeted by the Transcendent Travel team and we will begin our journey together. In the afternoon, we’ll participate in a history-focused walking tour of central London and then an unforgettable visit to Churchill’s War Rooms — the secret site where Sir Winston Churchill and his generals did their strategic planning of WWII. These rooms are today, just as they were when the war ended.
In the evening, as you settle into the beautiful Clermont, Charing Cross located in the heart of London, we will gather for a group welcome reception and delicious dinner to toast our week ahead exploring England.
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Day 2 - Tuesday
- Delicious full English or Continental breakfast at The Clermont, Charing Cross
- Coach journey to Oxfordshire - the home of Midsomer Murders
- Expert-led tour of the beautiful village of Dorchester-on-Thames Often called the star of Midsomer Murders as so many episodes have been filmed here
- Group lunch at the White Hart in Dorchester-on-Thames
- Journey to the village of Warborough and visit to the Six Bells Pub Frequently seen in Midsomer Murders
- Guided tour of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
- Group dinner at The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham
- Overnight accommodations at The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham
Today we are off to Oxfordshire, to see many of the sites and villages associated with the classic series Midsomer Murders. Our tour of Dorchester-on-Thames will be led by Midsomer Murders experts, and we will see the sites used in filming, as well as beautiful Dorchester Abbey.
For lunch, we will gather at the White Hart Hotel for a delicious group meal, then head to nearby Warborough — a village filled with thatched-roof cottages as well as the Six Bells Pub, where we will enjoy a pint with the locals.
Later in the day we will head to Cheltenham in the heart of Gloucestershire, our home for the next three evenings. Upon arrival guests can enjoy a guided tour of historic Cheltenham, one of England’s great spa towns.
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Day 3 - Wednesday
- Sumptuous breakfast at The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham
- Tour of Highclere Castle & gardens The iconic Downton Abbey©
- Visit to Chavenage House The Poldark House
- Group dinner at The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham
- Overnight stay at The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham
Today we’re off to Highclere Castle, the iconic home of Downton Abbey©, where you will enjoy a tour exploring the rooms and gardens that you know so well from this popular series. After your tour, you’ll have time for lunch or tea onsite as well as a stop to the gift shop where you can pick up the perfect souvenir of your visit.
In the afternoon we’ll head to Chavenage House, known as "the Poldark house", famous for its wonderful Elizabethan interiors long before the series premiered. This evening, we will enjoy another group dinner together at The Queens Hotel, looking back on what was a very special day.
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Day 4 - Thursday
- Breakfast at The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham
- Journey to Oxford for a special Inspector Morse, Lewis, and Endeavour Tour of Historic Oxford
- Visit to the beautiful village of Biddestone, as seen in the series Agatha Raisin
- Evening at leisure in the heart of Cheltenham
- Overnight stay at The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham
Today, we will start the day in Oxford for a very special Inspector Morse, Lewis, and Endeavour tour of Historic Oxford, given by an expert on these wonderful programs and the iconic settings where they are filmed.
In the afternoon, you will see the charming village of Biddestone in Oxfordshire — used as the backdrop of the series Agatha Raisin, based on the books by renowned author M.C. Beaton.
Tonight, you will have an evening at your leisure to explore and dine at one of the great restaurants in Cheltenham, just steps from our hotel.
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Day 5 - Friday
- Morning breakfast in Cheltenham
- Guided walking tour of Turville in Buckinghamshire The Vicar of Dibley Village
- Visit to Bletchley Park Home of the WWII codebreakers — as seen in The Bletchley Circle
- Unforgettable group dinner at Luton Hoo
- Luxurious overnight accommodations at Luton Hoo A top-rated country house hotel, spa and restaurant
Today, we will head to the county of Buckinghamshire to see the village used for the filming of the classic series, The Vicar of Dibley. Our guided tour will show you the sites used for filming, with a few stories along the way. This afternoon, we will enjoy a tour of Bletchley Park, the secret home of the World War II codebreakers. During this fascinating visit, you will discover how thousands of people secretly worked to eventually break the code and interrupt enemy plans.
Following Bletchley Park, we will head to the glorious country house hotel, Luton Hoo — our home for the evening. Luton Hoo was where HRH The Princess Elizabeth (future Queen Elizabeth II) and Prince Philip spent part of their honeymoon in 1947, and was frequently visited by Queen Victoria.
The elegant surroundings of this magnificent hotel will long stay in your memory!
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Day 6 - Saturday
- Breakfast in the gorgeous dining room at Luton Hoo
- Journey into Central London
- Visit to Selfridges As seen in Mr. Selfridge
- Visit to The Wallace Collection One of London's finest museums
- Farewell group dinner in London
- Overnight accommodations at The Clermont, Charing Cross
Breakfast will be served in the gorgeous dining room at Luton Hoo, after which you’ll perhaps take a stroll around the beautiful gardens, before we are off to London.
In London, we will enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of Selfridges & Co. as seen in the series Mr. Selfridge. You’ll have time after our tour for a little shopping or perhaps a snack in the renowned food halls.
In the afternoon, we will journey to The Wallace Collection. This museum comprises an extensive collection of fine and decorative arts from the 15th through 19th-centuries, with important holdings of French 18th-century paintings, furniture, arms and armor, porcelain, and Old Master paintings.
Tonight, we will share a farewell dinner in Central London as we look back over a wonderful journey.
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Day 7 - Sunday
- Breakfast at The Clermont, Charing Cross
- AM Departures from London Or perhaps you'll want to stay a few extra days in London?
Double Occupancy: US $4,695 Per Person
Single Occupancy (limited availability): US $5,695 Per Person
This is a land-only package. Airfare to and from the United Kingdom is NOT included.


Returning travelers with Transcendent® receive a 5% discount on the tour cost. Speak to us to receive your discount!

Photo credit: West Yorkshire LVEP/James Mulkeen


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Churchill's War Rooms

Oxfordshire

Highclere Castle

Chavenage House

Oxford

Selfridges, London
We have created our own bespoke "lay away" system so that you can pay for your vacation, over time, before your departure.
On the booking page, simply choose the payment plan that suits you!