Garsington Opera
'The importance of being Earnest'
3 day Holiday - Friday 17th July 2026
Highlights...
- ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’
- Windsor Castle Private Tour
- Runnymede Boat Trip
Due to consecutive years of overwhelming popularity we will again return to Wormsley Estate, home of the Getty family, for the Garsington Opera. The estate has been home to Garsington Opera since 2011 after moving from its original location at Garsington House. The International Summer Festival is presented in a specially designed seasonal opera pavilion which allows views of the stunning, surrounding landscape. We will enjoy a performance of Gerald Barry’s opera ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’. Based on Oscar Wilde’s 1895 play of the same name, the opera was given its first fully staged performance in 2013. During our visit, we will experience the long interval dinner served in the glass-fronted restaurant with splendid views over the countryside. Evening dress is suggested, along with the addition of a warmer layer to add as the summer evening cools.
Adding to this luxurious holiday, we have secured an Out of Hours Private Tour of the State Apartments of the iconic landmark - Windsor Castle. Windsor is the oldest, occupied castle in the world and has been home to 40 monarchs since it was founded in the 11th century. During the experience, our slow-paced tour of this magnificent building will take us on a journey through one-thousand years of history led by knowledgeable experts. During our break we will also enjoy a boat trip on the Thames, taking in the sights of the Runnymede area up towards the Bells of Ouzeley and then return passing Memorials on a replica Victorian Paddle Steamer.

Sarova Bull Hotel ★ ★ ★ ★
We shall be staying in the tasteful surroundings of the 4 Star Sarova Bull Hotel in Gerrards Cross. Set in landscaped gardens in a conservation area of Buckinghamshire, the peaceful Bull Hotel with its award-winning restaurant and bar is the perfect place to complement our visit to Garsington. The hotel offers quiet, spacious bedrooms, many with beautiful views over the gardens or the conservation area; all have en-suite facilities with walk in shower, bathrobes, luxury toiletries and tea and coffee making facilities. Bedrooms are located on the first and second floors, all accessible by lifts. The restaurant offers a wide range of top-quality food using fresh local ingredients where possible.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Friday 17th July
Brought by chauffeur-driven car to the Bull Hotel, you will be greeted by your Tour Manager, who will be available for you throughout your stay. On arrival we will enjoy a 3-course lunch with wine; an ideal opportunity to chat to other members of the group. Following lunch, your Tour Manager will assist with check-in and you will have time to unpack and relax. This evening we will be treated to an Out of Hours Tour of the magnificent Windsor Castle. The gentle paced tour lasts two and a half hours as we are expertly guided round the highlights of this iconic building. There is some seating inside along the route. We will return to the hotel for a supper of a toastie with tea/coffee.
Day 2 – Saturday 18th July
Following a leisurely breakfast in the hotel restaurant, we will board the coach for the short trip to Runnymede Boathouse, where we will board a replica Victorian Paddle Steamer for our 45-minute return trip of the Runnymede area. We will return to the hotel for a light lunch and some free time to prepare for our visit to the Garsington Opera. On arrival at Wormsley Estate, we will have time to look around the beautiful gardens, before finding our seats for the opera, ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’. During the long interval, we will experience Worsley’s fine dining with wine, in the beautiful surroundings of the glass fronted Wormsley restaurant.
Day 3 – Sunday 19th July
After two busy days, this morning will be an opportunity to have a relaxing breakfast with other members from the group and a chance for reflection of the trip highlights. You will be able to leave your feedback forms in an envelope provided if you wish to do so. Your Tour Manager will assist with check-out in time for your door to door cars.

Total Price of the Holiday: £1,695 per person
Deposit: £300
Balance due:
18th April 2026
Whats Included:
- Return door to door car service
- Coach travel throughout the holiday
- Two nights at the 4-star Sarova Bull Hotel
- 3-course lunch including two glasses of wine at the hotel on the first day
- Supper on first evening
- Lunch with tea or coffee on second day
- Dinner at the Wormsley restaurant, Garsington Opera on the second night,
- fine dining with wine
- Full English or continental breakfast
- Admission to all properties visited on excursions stated in the programme:
✓ WindsorCastleOutofHoursTour
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Runnymede Boat Trip
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Best Stalls seats at the Garsington Opera for ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’
- Gratuities
- The services of your Tour Manager throughout your holiday
- V.A.T.
Room Upgrade: Upgrade to a Club room for an extra £70
For more information or to book call
020 4568 3377
