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Oxford Sightseeing Picnic River Cruise

Oxford, Englandby Oxford River Cruises

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Up to 12 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

This Oxford picnic cruise combines Oxford sightseeing with a leisurely picnic and relaxed experience of river life. Your small group cruise through the city past famous landmarks including Christchurch College and Meadows, the University boathouses and regatta course, the Head of the River and Folly Bridge . From the river you take in a side of Oxford's heritage rarely seen by visitors to the city. Complimented by a delicious picnic hamper.

What's included

  • Picnic lunch
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • 3-hour river cruise
  • Professional skipper
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    Pass by

    Cruising this ancient and historic waterway passengers enjoy the beauty, peace and tranquility of river life.

  2. 2

    Christ Church Meadow

    Pass by

    The cruise takes in the views of Christ Church Meadow, a beautiful area of open countryside in the heart of Oxford. Beside the meadow are glimpses of Christ Church College, Merton College and Magdalen College

  3. 3

    Folly Bridge

    Pass by

    The cruise passes under Folly Bridge, the ancient river crossing from which the city of Oxford grew.

  4. 4

    Port Meadow

    Pass by

    From the river view Port Meadow, a vast area of common land that has remained little changed since prehistoric times and supports plants and bird-life in abundance.

  5. 5

    Osney Lock Hydro

    10 min

    Passing through Osney Lock passengers experience the fancinating system of locks and weirs which have managed the flow of the River Thames for hundreds of years.

  6. 6

    Oxford River Cruises

    Pass by

    Oxford River Cruises offers sightseeing tours, picnic and dining cruises in the heart of Oxford

  7. 7

    Stop 7

    10 min

    Cruises embark and disembark at Oxford's renowned Folly Restaurant perched beside the river at Folly Bridge. Guests can order drinks from the restaurant to take aboard the boat and enjoy a meal on their return from the cruise (sold separately).

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
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  • Infant meals not included
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

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

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