Oxford: River Cruise & Picnic Lunch Small-Group Tour
Admire Oxford from the water on this cruise, and see a side to the city that many travelers miss. Float along the tranquil Thames River as your skipper points out places of interest such as Christchurch College, the Meadows, Port Meadow, and Folly Bridge—which you can enjoy without having to jostle the land-based crowds. A picnic lunch midway keeps you fueled throughout.
Highlights
- ✓Learn more than you would on your own with insight from your skipper
- ✓Enjoy the flexibility of either a morning or afternoon departure time
- ✓A small-group tour ensures a relaxed feel throughout
- ✓Check out the city from a unique vantage point on the water
What you'll see & do
- ✓Cruising this ancient and historic waterway passengers enjoy the beauty, peace and tranquility of river life.
- ✓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
- ✓The cruise passes under Folly Bridge, the ancient river crossing from which the city of Oxford grew.
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓Oxford River Cruises offers sightseeing tours, picnic and dining cruises in the heart of Oxford
- ✓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).
What's included
- ✓Picnic lunch
- ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
- ✓3-hour river cruise
- ✓Professional skipper
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
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
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
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Oxford: River Cruise & Picnic Lunch Small-Group Tour
Admire Oxford from the water on this cruise, and see a side to the city that many travelers miss. Float along the tranquil Thames River as your skipper points out places of interest such as Christchurch College, the Meadows, Port Meadow, and Folly Bridge—which you can enjoy without having to jostle the land-based crowds. A picnic lunch midway keeps you fueled throughout.
Highlights
- ✓Learn more than you would on your own with insight from your skipper
- ✓Enjoy the flexibility of either a morning or afternoon departure time
- ✓A small-group tour ensures a relaxed feel throughout
- ✓Check out the city from a unique vantage point on the water
What you'll see & do
- ✓Cruising this ancient and historic waterway passengers enjoy the beauty, peace and tranquility of river life.
- ✓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
- ✓The cruise passes under Folly Bridge, the ancient river crossing from which the city of Oxford grew.
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓Oxford River Cruises offers sightseeing tours, picnic and dining cruises in the heart of Oxford
- ✓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).
What's included
- ✓Picnic lunch
- ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
- ✓3-hour river cruise
- ✓Professional skipper
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
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
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
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.