Day Trips & Excursions in Oxford

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.

Visit three of England's most prestigious destinations on this full-day tour of Oxford, Windsor and Eton from Brighton. Pay a visit to royal Windsor, home to the magnificent Windsor Castle, then see the centuries-old Eton college, the famous boys school where alumni include Prime Ministers and members of the royal family. Finally, enjoy free time to explore Oxford and take in highlights like the Victorian covered market, the Ashmolean Museum and the world-famous Oxford University, including Christchurch College, where scenes from Harry Potter were shot.

First time in London? Visit the capital's most iconic landmarks on this full-day London tour, including a Thames River cruise and a ride on the famous London Eye. You'll stop for photos at Westminster Abbey, take a tour of St Paul's Cathedral and admire panoramic views of the capital from your air-conditioned coach. There's a chance to get a taste of Royal London too, as you tour the notorious Tower of London, view the Crown Jewels and watch the traditional Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace.

Follow in the footsteps of the greats on this full-day tour of England's most famous university cities - Oxford and Cambridge. Admire the celebrated 'Dreaming Spires' of Oxford and visit the Bodleian Library and Christ Church College, where alumni include Lewis Carroll, Bill Clinton and David Cameron, and the Great Hall was used as a filming location for the Harry Potter movies. Next, journey to prestigious Cambridge, where past students include Sir Isaac Newton, Stephen Hawking and Sylvia Plath, and architectural highlights include the Cavendish Laboratory, King's College Chapel and the Cambridge University Library.

Leave London behind and see three of England's highlight destinations on this full-day coach tour. Traveling with a Spanish-speaking guide, you'll first visit Oxford, home to one of the world's oldest and best-regarded universities. Go for a stroll and visit one of Oxford's colleges. Then, travel through the Cotswolds - a region known for its picture-perfect English scenery - and arrive in Stratford-upon-Avon, where you'll admire the Tudor-era architecture and learn about famous former resident William Shakespeare.

Visit two of England's most magnificent royal palaces on a full-day tour of Hampton Court and Windsor from London by luxury coach. First up is King Henry VIII's lavish London retreat, Hampton Court, where you can explore the State apartments, Great Hall and landscaped gardens. After lunch, head to historic Windsor, where the star attraction is the mighty Windsor Castle (entry not included), the Official Residence of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth, set amid vast parklands.

Escape the city for a sojourn in the British countryside on this full-day tour of Oxford, Stratford and the Cotswold Villages from London. Visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare and Ann Hathaway's cottage in Stratford-Upon- Avon, then drive through the idyllic Cotswolds, stopping to snap photos of the thatched-roof cottages and historic villages along the way. Finally, enjoy a walking tour of Oxford and discover the 'City of Dreaming Spires,' home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world.

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.

Maximize your time and budget on this full-day tour from London, starting with a tour of Leeds Castle, Henry VIII's grand Tudor palace. Next, explore the medieval city of Canterbury, famous for the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral. After lunch, head to the coast to visit the mighty White Cliffs of Dover, then return to London to discover more of Britain's maritime history in Greenwich. Then, cruise along the River Thames, past landmarks like Tower Bridge and St. Paul's Cathedral.

Don't let limited time in London stop you visiting Oxford and Cambridge, home to England's oldest and most prestigious universities. Explore both historic cities on a full-day tour from London, ideal for travelers short on time. On a walking tour of Oxford, you'll see the University of Oxford and its colleges before heading to Cambridge to climb the tower at Great St. Mary's Church and enjoy free time.

Embark on a tour to Oxford, Windsor and Eton. You will visit Windsor and Eton in the morning before traveling to Oxford at lunchtime where you will spend the afternoon. In the Oxford center you will find a wide range of shops in the Westgate and Clarendon shopping centers and the old Victorian covered market. Or you can alternatively visit some free museums or Oxford Castle.

The University City of Oxford and the idyllic countryside of The Cotswolds are two of the most popular day trips from London, but visiting on a large group tour can mean less time to explore. This full-day small-group tour ensures a personalised experience, with free time to admire Oxford landmarks like the Bridge of Sighs, Christchurch Cathedral, and the Ashmolean Museum, and visit the villages of Bampton, Burford, and Bilbury.

Visit some of England's top destinations outside London on a day trip to the Cotswolds, the university city of Oxford and the town of Stratford-upon-Avon. Make your way to the birthplace of William Shakespeare, where you'll enjoy some free time to explore. When you reach Oxford, explore sights like Christchurch College and the Bridge of Sighs.

Private transportation takes you from Bournemouth to post Windsor and Winchester on a full-day trip. Follow your guide as they lead you through hundreds of years of English history. The tour strikes the perfect balance between guided and independent.  Your guide will always be on hand to answer your questions, but you also get the freedom to visit the Castle and city center at your own pace.

Legendary churches, UNESCO World Heritage sites and other famous landmarks await you on this day trip from London. Discover Leeds Castle before it opens to the public during a private, guided visit; snap photos of the striking White Cliffs of Dover; tour Canterbury Cathedral, immortalized by Geoffrey Chaucer in 'The Canterbury Tales'; explore the beautiful borough of Greenwich; and take in London's world-famous sights on a sunset cruise along the Thames River.

Don't let limited time in London stop you exploring further afield. Tick off top attractions, including Stonehenge, Bath, and Oxford, with ease on a small-group tour led by Oxford University alumni. As well as receiving personalized attention in an intimate group limited to eight, you'll travel between each sight in climate-controlled comfort and benefit from the first-hand knowledge of your guide throughout the tour.

Discover the quintessential charm of the English countryside on a full-day excursion to Stratford-upon-Avon and the Cotswolds from Oxford. With a knowledgeable guide, travel to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, to discover the rich historical heritage of the area. Stop at Anne Hathaway's quaint cottage and then discover a selection of charming villages in the Cotswold's region. Conclude your day with a comprehensive walking tour of Oxford and marvel at the architectural grandeur of the historical university city.

Pair a morning in Windsor and Eton with an afternoon in Oxford, and learn about the history-rich towns and cities from a guide. An ideal day trip if you want to go beyond the sights of Brighton but still be back in time for dinner, the excursion includes coach transport, a prime spot to view the Changing of the Guard ceremony outside Windsor Castle, and guided tours of the city of Oxford and its eminent university.

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.

Save time compared to the coach and money compared to the train on this cost-effective day trip to Oxford, the "City of Dreaming Spires". Travel directly to the heart of Oxford, then soak up the history on a walking tour of the city's signature attractions. Enjoy time to explore museums, historic colleges, and parks before returning to Bournemouth.