Tours and Trips in Oxford

England's capital goes all out for the holidays, and this tour takes you to see the city's Christmas light displays and markets to get you into the spirit of the season. Follow your guide through Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square as you snap pictures of the Christmas lights along the way. You'll also see Big Ben and the London Eye, and make a stop at Charles Dickens' favorite London pub as your guide tells you stories about the fictional character Ebenezer Scrooge. Then, end your delightful night at the River Side Christmas Market.

Experience one of the world's greatest university cities on this hop-on hop-off Oxford bus tour. With a 24- or 48-hour pass, design a personalized itinerary with 20 possible stops including the University of Oxford buildings (some featured in the Harry Potter films), Oxford Castle and Boolean Library, one of the world's oldest public libraries! Enjoy unobstructed views from the open-top viewing deck and fun onboard commentary as you savor this elegant city.

Keen to visit Oxford or Cambridge? Then explore both age-old university cities in in one day on this illuminating trip from London. With an expert guide, take a walking tour around the historical colleges of Oxford, famous as the 'city of dreaming spires.' Admire hushed courtyards and showpieces including the Bodleian Library, and hear about past scholars such as Bill Clinton. Continue to the university city of Cambridge on the Cam River and take a stroll around its finest college buildings, including the splendid King's College and Bridge of Sighs.

Lose yourself in the magical world of Harry Potter on this 2-hour walking tour of Oxford. With an expert guide and a small group of fellow Muggles, visit filming locations from the Harry Potter movies; tour Oxford landmarks such as New College and The Bodleian Library; and follow in the footsteps of favourite characters like Ron, Hermione, and Dumbledore.

Discover the history and diversity of London by bike on a 3-hour sightseeing tour. Led by a guide, pedal past the city's top sites, including Covent Garden, Buckingham Palace, Westminster, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Trafalgar Square. Along the way, learn about the city's colorful history - the glorious, the infamous, and everything in between.  

Admire the sights of Windsor over English afternoon tea on a 75-minute River Thames cruise. Board the spacious Melody vessel, and glide through the Royal Borough of Windsor, passing landmarks including Windsor Castle, Windsor Racecourse, and Eton College. As you cruise, savor assorted sandwiches, scones, and cakes alongside a tea of your choice from the selection offered, and enjoy the gentle piano music. Ideal for first-time visitors, with additional drinks available on board (own expense).

Immerse yourself in the lives and loves of beloved 'Downtown Abbey' characters on a full-day tour of the popular period drama's filming locations from Oxford. With a knowledgeable guide, visit quaint and quintessential villages like Cogges, Bampton, Blado and Swinbrook to see recognizable sites featured in 'Downtown Abbey.' In the afternoon, discover the imperial majesty of Blenheim Palace, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed ancestral home of Winston Churchill, and gain fascinating insight into the history of English aristocracy.

Experience London's iconic landmarks and famous skyline from the ultimate vantage point as you soar overhead in a helicopter. Take off from North Weald Airfield in Epping and fly over central London, the City, and the River Thames. Listen as your pilot points out London's most memorable sites and enjoy fantastic aerial views of Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, St Paul's Cathedral, and the London Eye.

Marvel over royal monuments, architectural masterpieces and iconic landmarks on this 3-hour walking tour of London. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide as you stroll around Covent Garden, Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus; snap photos of Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben; and stand in awe before the magnificent Buckingham Palace. For the full experience, upgrade to include a visit to St Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge and the Tower of London.

Enjoy a day trip from Brighton to Cambridge - home to one of the leading universities in the world and Greenwich, known for its maritime history and for giving its name to the Greenwich Meridian (0º longitude). Start in Greenwich, located in the south east of London, enjoy a guided tour and free time. Later, head to Cambridge - enjoy a walking tour of the city centre before free time.

Take in London's famous skyline from above on this 10- or 20-minute helicopter flight over the capital. Follow the route of the Thames River and gaze down at Buckingham Palace, the Shard, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, along with several other world-famous landmarks. As you fly, your pilot will point out the big-name sights, so you don't have to worry about missing a thing. The helicopter seats a maximum of six people, not including the pilot.

See more of Oxford in less time, and get up close and personal with its world-famous scenery, on this small-group biking tour of the city and its major landmarks. Meet your guide in the center of Oxford, and climb on your cycle. Begin by discovering the Bridge of Sighs and other historical landmarks in the city center before heading to the Port Meadow and cycling along the River Thames. Finally, you'll see the former residences of famous Oxford denizens like J.R.R. Tolkien.

When your cruise conlcudes in Dover, enhance your sightseeing experience of England on a full-day tour that concludes in London. With a knowledgeable guide, delve into the rich history of the country as you visit two popular attractions on a luxury coach. Explore the beautiful town of Canterbury and gaze at the towering spire of the grand Cathedral; embark on an intriguing 3-hour tour of Leeds Castle; and enjoy convenient drop-off at your centrally located London hotel.

It's nigh-on impossible to see both Cambridge and Oxford in one day by public transport. But there's more than just transport to this great-value coach tour. Enjoy the services of a professional guide, complete with walking tours of both the UK's great university cities, as well as free time for shopping or sightseeing.

Enjoy an intimate dinner as you watch Windsor's sights roll by on this 2.5-hour River Thames dinner cruise. Be shown to your table on the comfortable Melody vessel, and sail through the Royal Borough past sights including Windsor Castle, Windsor Racecourse, and Eton College. Savor a 5-course dinner of dishes freshly prepared by the boat's chefs, and enjoy the scenery, romantic ambience, and soft music on board. Drinks are available from the bar (own expense).

Fill up on Christmas spirit and festive foods on this 3-hour Christmas Day cruise. See London without the crowds as you glide down the Thames River past Big Ben, the London Eye, and the Tower of London. Along the way, sip sparkling wine, sing along to Christmas Carols, and dig into a British-style Christmas lunch of roast turkey with all the trimmings.

Combine admission to the British clipper ship 'Cutty Sark' with a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames. See major London landmarks with your 24-hour pass to the hop-on, hop-off river cruise, departing from four piers every 30 minutes. Then step aboard the world's last surviving tea clipper for an awe-inspiring look at the fastest ship of the 19th century.

Explore the university city of Oxford with your own private guide, and discover the history behind its standout sights such as the Bodleian Library, Bridge of Sighs, and the Sheldonian Theatre. With your guide, you'll also see some of the famous university colleges, and learn about the institution's history from its humble roots to its worldwide prestige today.

See London's highlights by retro double-decker bus, cruise boat and foot on this 5.5-hour tour. Take a seat on a vintage, red Routemaster bus and pass top London sights including Trafalgar Square, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. Then, soak in more London landmarks, such as Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, on a Thames River sightseeing cruise. Finally, crown your tour with a visit to magnificent Buckingham Palace. Take an audio tour of the ornate State Rooms, only accessible to the public for two months in the year.

Oxford is one of England's most renowned university cities and a private tour means you can explore at your own pace. On this 3-hour walking tour, admire Oxford landmarks such as the Bodleian Library, Christchurch Cathedral, and the Ashmolean Museum; learn more about the city's fascinating history and heritage; and see the famous Oxford University colleges.