Oxford & Cambridge Universities Tour

At a glance

Oxford & Cambridge Universities Tour is a 10h 30m guided experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Evan Evans Tours. Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 249 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $160.15 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Superior Coach incl. Wifi & USB charging on board, Walking tour of Oxford, Expert guide.

Quick facts

Duration

10h 30m

Group

Small group, up to 53 travellers

Languages

German, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Spanish

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 2h

   Our first stop is the city of Cambridge, the location of the University of Oxford's ancient and historic rival, the University of Cambridge.
   Kings college 45 minute Admission included
   
   The Bridge of Sighs in Cambridge

2. Stop 2 · 2h

   Our next stop is Oxford, also known as The City of Dreaming Spires. Find out why as you enjoy a walking tour of the city with your expert tour guide, who will bring the history of this beautiful city to life.
   
   Along the way, you will see architecture from every period in English history, from early Saxon right the way through to Gothic Revival. This eclectic mix of buildings is unique to Oxford, as it is the only place in the country where you'll find structures from every period in English history.
   
   Oxford is, of course, also home to the University of Oxford, the oldest University in the English-speaking world with origins dating back to the 11th century.

3. Stop 3

   The River Cam (/ˈkæm/) is the main river flowing through Cambridge in eastern England. After leaving Cambridge, it flows north and east into the Great Ouse to the south of Ely at Pope's Corner. The Great Ouse connects the Cam to the North Sea at King's Lynn: The total distance from Cambridge to the sea is about 40 mi (64 km) and is navigable for punts, small boats, and rowing craft.

4. Stop 4

   The Bodleian Library is the main research library of the University of Oxford, and is one of the oldest libraries in Europe. With over 12 million items, it is the second-largest library in Britain after the British Library.

5. Stop 5 · 45m

   In Christ Church college, you will be visiting one of the University's most prestigious colleges. Founded by Henry VIII in 1532, Christ Church also functions as the UK's smallest cathedral.
   
   Its beautiful architecture has seen it featured in movies such as Harry Potter and The Golden Compass, while it has also inspired replicas around the world. The famous dining hall, for example, has been reproduced in Cornell University & the University of Chicago. The dining hall in all Harry Potter movies is modelled on the Christchurch dining hall!

6. Stop 6

   As we leave Oxford we will pass through the Chilterns, an area of outstanding natural beauty.
   The tour will finish outside London Victoria Train Station, centrally located and easily accessible by national rail and underground, it is serviced by the Victoria, District and Circle Lines and is in Travel Zone 1.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• For a wheelchair user : Please contact us (by email or by phone) at least seven days before travel so we can make sure to arrange a suitable vehicle.
• If we are unable to visit a planned college we will visit another college instead
• The order in which the cities are visited may be changed for operational reasons

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions