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Oxford
& The Cotswolds
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Tour
to Oxford and The Cotswolds from Cambridge
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Next
Organised Tour
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None
Planned |
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Time
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8am~8pm
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Includes
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Return
Travel & Guided Tour
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Adult
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£30 |
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Student
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£25 |
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Child
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£20 |
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Departure
Points
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1,2,3,4,5 |
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A Booking |
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What
can I see?
- Oxford,
home to the oldest university in the UK
- The
Cotswolds is one of the most beautiful areas of rural England
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Oxford
is famous worldwide for its University, the oldest in the UK.
Its dreaming spires dominate the city skyline. But Oxford has
more than just the University; interesting museums including Britain's
oldest public museum, a vibrant shopping centre, a fascinating
history and plenty of attractions. The
Cotswolds is one of the most beautiful rural areas of England.
Situated between Oxford and South Wales, it is an area of rolling
hills, wooded valleys, fields of sheep and flowers, and, the reason
for its fame and popularity, wonderful honey-coloured villages.
Quintessential England!
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Plan
for the day
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First
we head to the eastern Cotswolds to the hilltop town of Stow-on-the-Wold.
Famous for its antiques and pretty market square, it is a perfect
introduction to The Cotswolds. Then on to the tourist village of
Bourton-on-the-water with its quaint river flowing through its heart.
Then we take to the narrow, winding country backroads to explore
villages off the beaten track. Weather permitting we take a not
so strenuous hill walk for views over the countryside.
After arriving
in Oxford in the early afternoon, you can take an optional professional
guided tour of the city. The walking tour will take in the sights
of the city centre and the colleges explaining the history of the
University and its associated stories. After the tour, you will
have free time to do what you like. Alternatively, visit the Oxford
Story, where you can climb aboard one of Europe’s longest indoor
‘dark’ rides to explore the University’s early beginnings
and fascinating facts behind its record-breaking discoveries. Then
wander the college-lined streets or the beautiful parks to soak
up the atmosphere of one of the world's great academic cities. Back
to Cambridge mid-evening. |
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Travelling
times
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Cambridge-Cotswolds
2 hours 15 minutes; Cotswolds-Oxford 30 minutes; Oxford-Cambridge
2 hours |
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Free
time in Oxford
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3.5 hours, Guided tour 2 hours (optional) |
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What
is included?
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Return
travel, Informal Guided Tour of the Cotswolds, Maps, Info. |
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What
is there to do in Oxford?
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Visit
the colleges (Harry Potter was filmed at Christ Church College);
Climb Carfax Tower for great views; Go punting; Visit the Ashmolean
Museum, Britain's oldest Museum; Journey through Oxford's history
on an indoor train at The Oxford Story.... |
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Itinerary
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Leave
Cambridge at 0800; Arrive in The Cotswolds at 1015; Various village
stops and walk; Arrive in Oxford at 1430; Professional Guided Tour
(optional); Free time until 1800; Arrive in Cambridge at 2000 |
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Links
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Oxford
info; Ashmolean Museum;
The Oxford Story;
The Cotswolds info |
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