10 Archaeology Tours in Oxford That You Shouldn't Miss

This tour is designed for a small private group and can accommodate up to 16 passengers. You can be sure of a nice friendly atmosphere in a modern comfortable nifty minibus capable of taking the small roads and side streets, avoiding heavy traffic when necessary. Also this makes for a more interesting tour as you will be taken through beautiful small country roads where the bigger coaches cannot go. No time wasted loading and unloading gives you much more time to enjoy your tour of the Cotswold. Your experienced friendly driver/guide will point out places of interest throughout the journey and you will see famous villages buildings and monuments, the best of the Cotswold and Oxford. Your guide will make sure that you are comfortable at all times and enjoying a day to remember in the beautiful english Countryside.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

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See Oxford in one day with this small group, sight-packed, full-day tour with an authentic Oxford student to give you the inside scoop, along with the little known facts and locations off the beaten path! See inside the oldest Colleges in Oxford, including the largest in Oxford - complete with its own deer park. Break for a pub lunch, before entering the most historic part of England's most iconic library, which makes a regular appearance in Hollywood films. For entrance into a famous Harry Potter college, upgrade to include a ticket for Christ Church.

Inclusions: Entrance Fees, All Fees and Taxes

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Designed to see the best of Oxford in a safe environment with the smallest group sizing we have ever done. With this specialised tour we take important measure to protect your health, and those around you. All our Oxford University student guides wear medical masks. In addition to this, group sizing is inline with Social Distancing Rules (currently we have the smallest group sizing of any tour company in Oxford). Furthermore, all guides must submit their temperature before providing the tour. This tour has all the most famous sites in Oxford, with our unique guides providing a fun and entertaining insight into one of the most important cities in the world. See the world-famous sites such as the Bodleian Library and Christ Church – both of which were Harry Potter film sites! Get the inside story on Oxford ceremonies, student life, college rivalries and much, much more!

Inclusions: Student Guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

Experience two of England's most important UNESCO World Heritage sites in one day with our fun, Oxford-educated guides who work to ensure there are NO boring tours! With strictly intimate groups limited to 15, the morning will be spent exploring the Bath, the jewel in the crown of Georgian England. From its Roman history to its famous literary connections, perfectly complemented with Palladian-style architecture. The afternoon is then spent visiting one of the most visually memorable and mysterious neolithic sites Europe has to offer: Stonehenge. Collection and drop off at central Oxford or Oxford Train Station is included.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Entrance fees to Roman Baths (free time allocated for this if desired)

Explore three of England’s most popular destinations on a guided full-day tour from London. You’ll visit Stratford-upon-Avon to see important sites from Shakespeare's life, then discover the charming villages of the Cotswolds region and wrap up the day in the famous university town of Oxford. Enjoy stunning scenery, historic sights and an introduction to the English countryside on this small-group tour. Numbers are limited to 16 people, ensuring a more personalized experience with your guide.

Inclusions: Travel by executive mini-coach, Guided walk in Oxford, Guided tour of Shakespeare sites in Stratford-upon-Avon, Small group tour, with a maximum of 16 passengers per tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

See some of England's famous towns and castles on this full-day trip from London. Visiting Oxford, you'll enjoy a city walking tour and see the elegant university colleges. Take a private tour of Shakespeare’s Schoolroom in Stratford-upon-Avon, and explore medieval Warwick Castle with its waxwork displays from Madame Tussauds.

Inclusions: Private tour of Shakespeare's Schoolroom, Entrance to Warwick Castle , Walking tour of Oxford and drive through the Cotswolds, Local guide , Transport by air-conditioned coach with Free Wi-Fi on board

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up & drop-off, Gratuities

JRR Tolkien may be the most imaginative, remarkable and influential author in our lovely country. His two most famous creations, "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" are probably the masterpieces of the fantasy literature. This tour is dedicated to John Ronald Reuel Tolkien in Oxfordshire. Let's not forget J. K. Rowling as well. In Oxford, we will see the pubs where the Inklings met to discuss his famous works "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings". Our professional blue badge guides will show you various Oxford Colleges and other important places connected to him. We will follow the footsteps of Tolkien. Our journey leads us to magnificent Stonehenge where we will reveal its mystery. After spending an hour, we shall either proceed to London or we may add some important locations such as Cotswolds, Blenheim Palace or Salisbury or Bath. You decide, so please contact us.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

This tour of London allows you to experience its most famous and important attractions.Visits may include most beautiful countryside in England. After the University City of Oxford, you will visit the village of Woodstock and Blenheim Palace (Churchill's birthplace) with its beautiful lake. The heart of the Cotswolds is nearby with a variety of picturesque villages including Stow-on-the-Wold, Upper and Lower Slaughter and Bourton-on-the-Water to see.

Inclusions: Hotel Pick up and Drop off, Transport by private vehicle, Water Bottle

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This tour is a combination of the best trio of English heritage today. Your tour commences with magnificent Windsor Castle, on a rock a hundred feet above the Thames and can be seen from kilometres away, is the Queen's favourite residence. The State Apartments and St George's Chapel that is the Order of the Garter's spiritual home, the oldest English chivalry and the Knights Banner is hung below its uplifting Gothic vaults. Henry VIII, who was buried with his favourite wife and Charles I, the only monarch to be trialled and executed by the order of his people, are all buried here. Our next stop is Oxford with its world-renowned universities as well as other important landmarks. Our final stop is Stonehenge, which stands alone in the vast, empty section of the Salisbury Valley as the world's most famous prehistoric and now a World Heritage Site. Its origins date back almost 5,000 years and since then it has been home to pagan religions and spiritual worship. What's more? Just join us!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

Booking a private tour with International Friends gives you the flexibility to visit these destinations at your own pace, with the added benefit of expert advice and guidance when planning your trip.

Inclusions: Drop off at London & Heathrow hotels, air bnbs, guest houses and private addresses. , Pick up from London & Heathrow hotels, air bnbs, guest houses and private addresses. , Private Guide, Travel by executive private vehicle

Exclusions: Entry to attractions, Food and drinks, Gratuities