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Oxford Sightseeing Picnic River Cruise
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Oxford Sightseeing Picnic River Cruise
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- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Regular temperature checks for staff
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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(888) 651-9785
3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
Overview
Explore one of England’s most ancient cities on this 2.5-hour sightseeing river cruise in Oxford. Cruise onto the tranquil Thames River as your skipper points out places of interest such as Christchurch College, the Meadows, the Oxford University boathouses, Osney Island, Port Meadow and Folly Bridge. See a side of Oxford's rich heritage that many visitors miss, and discover sites made famous by authors including Lewis Carroll and C S Lewis. Stop off along the way for a delicious picnic of delicacies such as potted salmon and Mediterranean vegetable loaf.
- Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
- Informative, friendly and professional guide
- See native wildlife in their natural environment
- Free drinks included
- Vegetarian meal option available
- Perfect for all ages and skill level
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What's Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Picnic lunch
Professional skipper
3-hour river cruise
Gratuities
Departure & Return
OX1 4JU , Folly Bridge, Oxford OX1 4JU, UK
This activity will end right where it started.12:00 PM
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- OPERATED BY Oxford River Cruises
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Oxford Sightseeing Picnic River Cruise?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Oxford Sightseeing Picnic River Cruise?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Oxford Sightseeing Picnic River Cruise?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Best rivercruise ever
Solfrid_K
, Apr 2022
Great trip!
Angela_L
, Apr 2022
Davy, Family get together.
Philippa_D
, Oct 2021
Oxford River Cruise Experience
Margaret_M
, Sep 2021
The way to spend a Saturday afternoon.
Gail_A
, Sep 2021
What a way to spend a Saturday afternoon! The boat was a lovely small intimate one so it was like having your own private party. The food was delicious, quiche, sandwiches, scones and cream and strawberries. All home made served in wicker baskets which added that special something. A trip on the river with gentle music, lapping waves and even the sun. Brilliant.
Picnic cruise
Andrea_T
, Jul 2021
Not sure if it something I would repeat
Susan_W
, Jul 2021
It was a evening cruise with rain unfortunately . This didn't deter from the enjoyment the other customers were lovely and we bonded straight away. We had George who said it was his first week ( that cant be true ) apart from being handsome and charming - pointed out lots of things out on the river and shared stories of oxford student traditions etc.
George was amazing with a family with three young children.....so much patience with them and answering their questions.
George made it fun for all.
My only disappointment was the picnic which wasn't really as advertised - three finger sandwiches ....a piece of quiche and 2 scones with jam and cream and a small dish of strawbs to share. Also we were given a jug of a soft drink but no glass of wine as advertised
Very nice! I recommend!
Violeta_G
, Jun 2021
Delightful
Elisabeth_G
, Jun 2021
Nice day on the river
Tom_W
, Jun 2021
A very pleasant trip on the river.
Alistair_Y
, Oct 2020
A lovely peaceful afternoon on the river
David_S
, Sep 2019
A lovely peaceful afternoon on the river in a particularly quiet boat. Beautiful scenery and wonderful wildlife. The picnic provided by the Folly Restaurant was excellent - we loved the old fashioned traditional picnic baskets. The Captain was very informative but a pity he did not speak louder - maybe some audio enhancement would overcome this. The stop at The Perch Pub was great but we would have enjoyed a little more time there. Highly recommend this tour.
Lovely day, delicious picnic, great...
Rhonda_S
, Jun 2017
We had a wonderful time on this nice...
RichardJ_N
, Jul 2016
Our tour was very peaceful, the lady...
Allen R
, Jun 2016
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