Guided Tour of Cambridge and Oxford

A full-day visit from London to two world-famous university cities

On this full-day guided tour of Cambridge and Oxford, you'll take an educational trip to the two cities. After leaving London, you'll first stop in Oxford to see the English-speaking world's oldest university. While here, you'll go on a guided walk to discover the Bodleian Library and Christ Church.

Then, you'll move on to Cambridge for a chance to explore its architectural and historical highlights. You'll also see the Senate House, the Corpus Clock, the Mathematical Bridge and King's College Chapel. Finally, you'll return to London at the end of the tour.

What's included

Transportation in a luxury air-conditioned coach
Walking tour of Cambridge and Oxford
Visit to King's College
Visit to Christ Church
Guide services

What's not included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Tips

Accessibility

• Public transport links nearby
• Infants must sit on an adult's lap
  
  

  Health & safety

  • Requires a moderate level of physical fitness
    
    

    Languages spoken by guide

    English (UK)

    Traditional Chinese

    
    

    Spanish

    Additional information

     
    

    Please note that if the coach arrives in London after 19:45, you'll be dropped off close to the Gloucester Road metro station and not in Victoria. From here, you can choose to take the District or Circle metro lines for three stops to reach Victoria. You can also take the Piccadilly metro line for five stops to reach Piccadilly Circus.

    Please note that additional vehicles without WiFi access might be used during peak periods.

    Please note that the tour order and itinerary is subject to change.

    Please follow the local COVID-19 guidelines and regulations in order to join the tour.

    Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.

    Operated by Golden Tours

     
    

    Itinerary information

    
    

    Duration: 11 hours

    
    

    Stop at: Oxford

    Free admission

    Walking tour of Oxford- follow in the footsteps of Oxford's famous students, from C.S. Lewis to Bill Clinton, as you stroll the captivating college courtyards and cobbled lanes of this historic university town. Take in the famous 'dreaming spires' and see the Bodleian Library – one of the oldest libraries in Europe – on your visit. You'll be captivated by the unspoilt narrow alleys and ancient squares of this naturally beautiful town.

    
    

    1 hour 30 minutes

    
    

    Stop at: Christ Church

    Admission ticket included

    A treat for moviegoers of all ages, Christ Church is instantly recognisable as one of the major locations for the Harry Potter films! Marvel at the magical grandeur of the Great Hall, used as the setting for Hogwarts.

    45 minutes

    
    
    

    Stop at: Senate House

    Admission ticket included

    Once you’ve left Oxford, you’ll make your way to the beautiful city of Cambridge. It’s here that you will visit Senate House at the world-famous University of Cambridge. Before used by the Council of the Senate for important meetings, it is now the chosen location for students’ degree ceremonies. You’ll get to explore this special location and discover its important history before venturing onto the Corpus Clock!

    
    

    30 minutes

    
    

    Stop at: Corpus Clock

    Free admission

    Visit the Corpus Clock, a unique invention outside the Taylor Library at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge University. Revealed to the world by Stephen Hawking, it is made from a 24-carat gold-plated stainless steel disc and has no numbers to tell the time. Instead, it shows the time through lights that shine through individual slits. This unmissable innovation will stay in your mind long after you’ve left!

    
    

    15 minutes

    
    

    Stop at: Mathematical Bridge

    Free admission

    You’ll also get to see Cambridge’s Mathematical Bridge during your stop. Designed by William Etheridge, it is nearly 300 years old and has attracted visitors from all across the world. The design gives visitors an intriguing conundrum – it uses only straight timbers but the bridge arches. It’s an absolute must-see!

    
    

    10 minutes

    
    

    Stop at: King's College Chapel

    Admission ticket included

    One of the main highlights of the trip is visiting the exquisite King’s College Chapel. Used as a symbol representing the city of Cambridge, the Chapel is a popular tourist attraction for people across the world. Taking a century to build, starting in 1446 on Henry VI’s demands, King’s College Chapel displays wonderful gothic architecture and huge, enchanting stained glass windows. Featuring the world’s largest fan vault and famous artwork from Rubens, there’s plenty to learn and discover at the home of the King’s College Chapel Choir. Estimated arrival time back to London is around 7.00pm.

    
    

    30 minutes

    Location

    Departure point

    Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SH

    Please arrive at the listed address. This tour starts at 08:30. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled tour time.

    
    

    End point

    Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SH