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Small and Exclusive Oxford Highlights Tour

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*SMALL GROUP TOUR - NUMBER RESTRICTED - *QUALIFIED GUIDES*
The tour capacity is approx half the size of other group tours in Oxford and guides are fully qualified - members of The Institute of Tourist Guiding and The Oxford Guild of Tour guides. We are delighted to offer this 'Oxford Highlights' tour to experience the very best of Oxford. Meet at Christ Church memorial gardens for this comprehensive walking tour of the university and see many of the famous colleges and university buildings. Find out how Oxford works and why it is here. Learn about the many famous people who have studied here. This tour represents outstanding value for money as we keep our groups small in size - this allows you to ask questions and interact and for the guide to tune into particular interests. NOTE; 4 pax required to be able to operate this tour and we reserve the right to cancel.

What's Included

  • Small Group Tour - limited numbers
  • Local Blue Badge guide - Fully Qualified and member of The Institute of Tourist Guiding
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Saint Aldate's
Oxford OX1 1RA, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Oxford
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Each tour is unique and there is no fixed ending point but we will complete the tour in central Oxford. Usually around Broad Street.

What To Expect

Christ Church

This is a small group tour and half the size of many other tours in Oxford. Start the tour here and admire the architecture of probably the most famous college in Oxford. Many tours do not see Christ Church (from the outside) and we believe this is an excellent place to start the tour and hear an orientation of how it all began. This also gives you an overview to visit Christ Church independently in the afternoon should you wish.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Christ Church Meadow

Stroll through the meadows with your qualified guides, here we are surrounded by the two rivers - The Thames and the Cherwell. View the Meadow Buildings at Christ Church.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

University Church of St. Mary the Virgin

Hear how important this church is in the history of Oxford.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Radcliffe Camera

Marvel at this iconic Oxford building located on Radcliffe Square. Your guide will tell you about the history of not only the Camera but the colleges that are also located in this area - Brasenose and All Souls.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bodleian Library

Walk through The Old School Quadrangle, admire The Tower of The Five Orders, see The Radcliffe Camera, go inside The Weston Library. The Bodleian Library has a deep and fascinating history and your qualified guide looks forward to telling you the history.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sheldonian Theatre

Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and the ceremonial hall of Oxford University
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Clarendon Building

Providing an entrance way to 'Oxford University'
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bridge of Sighs

Linking two sides of Hertford College, this famous bridge cannot be missed when visiting Oxford
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oxford

Simply the best way to see Oxford is on a walking tour with a qualified guide! All guides members of The Institute of Tourist Guiding and The Oxford Guild of Tour Guides so you can be assured of a quality tour.Each tour is unique, does not follow a script and the best route will be chosen on the day to maximize your time in Oxford and in conjunction with opening times of the colleges.The tour will cover all the main sites of Oxford (from the outside) including The Bodleian library, The Radcliffe Camera, The Bridge of Sighs, The Sheldonian Theatre, University Church, All Souls College, Brasenose College and much, much more!  For any Harry Potter or Morse fan's - there will be a few mentions along the way (but do book a themed tour if you are an avid fan!)Tour will finish in a central location with plenty of suggestion for what to do for lunch and beyond!Don't take our word for it - read over 1000 5 star reviews on TripAdvisor where we are number 1 for tours in Oxford.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small and Exclusive Oxford Highlights Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small and Exclusive Oxford Highlights Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Small Group Tour - limited numbers.
  • Local Blue Badge guide - Fully Qualified and member of The Institute of Tourist Guiding.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
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Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Small and Exclusive Oxford Highlights Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small and Exclusive Oxford Highlights Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Small Group Tour - limited numbers
  • Local Blue Badge guide - Fully Qualified and member of The Institute of Tourist Guiding
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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