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Get to know the charm and history of Oxford with this full-day excursion from London. Just an hour away by train, Oxford offers a refreshing change of pace, perfect for anyone looking to escape the hustle of the capital and immerse themselves in a city steeped in academic tradition and literary magic.
We will depart from London in the morning, and in about an hour we’ll arrive in Oxford. Upon arrival, we’ll take a guided walking tour through the city’s most iconic landmarks. We’ll visit university buildings such as the Radcliffe Camera, Sheldonian Theatre, and the Bodleian Library.
Your guide will share stories about student life, university customs, and the famous writers who called Oxford home. From the worlds of Middle-earth and Narnia to Wonderland, authors like Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Lewis Carroll all found inspiration in this city.
The walking tour will last approximately two and a half hours. After that, you’ll have free time to explore Oxford at your own pace. You might choose to visit one of its prestigious colleges, explore museums like the Ashmolean or the Museum of the History of Science, or simply relax in a historic pub tucked away down a narrow lane.
The round-trip train ticket is included, and you can return to London whenever you like. Your guide will provide all the information you need for your journey back. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore a city full of elegance, history, and academic prestige.
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Additional Information
● This tour only runs on Saturday and Sunday mornings
● Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time
● This tour operates with a minimum of 3 passengers, if this minimum is not reached you will be offered an alternative time or date or a full refund
● It is recommended to wear comfortable clothing and shoes
● Please dress according to weather conditions
● This tour operates regardless of weather conditions, so we recommend you dress accordingly. Cancellations are only made due to force majeure or by order of the authorities. In the event of cancellation, an alternative date or a full refund will be offered. Please note that London is a busy city; this does not usually result in the cancellation of the tour, but occasionally, it may affect your itinerary and duration
Inclusions
✔ Guided walking tour of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes
✔ Professional Spanish-speaking guide
✔ The open return train ticket from London to Oxford
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✖ Transportation to the meeting point
✖ Entrance fees, meals and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other unspecified service
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellations made with less notice or a no-show will result in no refund
Meeting point
“FRANKIE & BENNY’S” Restaurant, 144 Praed St, London W2 1HW, United Kingdom