Depart from London | Oxford University & Cambridge University Day Tour

• University of Oxford: Visit its historic colleges, libraries and museums to soak up the strong academic atmosphere.

• University of Cambridge: Tour the renowned colleges, explore the cradle of Nobel laureates, and experience campus culture.

• Travel Highlights: Get up close to world‑class universities, gain an in‑depth understanding of British education and millennia‑old academic traditions.

• Itinerary Features: Professional guided tours, in‑depth cultural experiences, delve into the heart of the campuses to explore history and the present.

Explore two of the world's top universities in the UK – Oxford and Cambridge – and immerse yourself in the historic atmosphere of these centuries‑old institutions. Stroll through ancient colleges and college streets, visit famous filming locations from movies like Harry Potter, and feel the profound academic charm and British ambience. Suitable for travellers interested in British culture, education, and architecture, this day trip lets you visit both cities, offering a rewarding experience.

Note: Our package only includes a Cambridge punting tour. Entrance tickets to both Cambridge and Oxford colleges are not included; please purchase them on your own if desired.

🏛️ Itinerary Highlights

University of Oxford: Visit its historic colleges, libraries and museums to soak up the strong academic atmosphere.

University of Cambridge: Tour the renowned colleges, explore the cradle of Nobel laureates, and experience campus culture.

Professional Guided Tour: Led by guides familiar with British education and academic history, providing in‑depth commentary on college stories and architectural details.

In‑depth Cultural Experience: Enter the heart of the campuses and experience up close the history and current state of the world's top universities.

University of Oxford: The oldest university in the English‑speaking world

The University of Oxford has no walls; its over thirty colleges are scattered throughout the city, forming a unique 'city within a university' layout. It is the cradle of countless scientific giants and political leaders, known as the 'cradle of British royalty and scholars'.

Bodleian Library: One of the oldest libraries in Europe, housing over millions of books. It served as the inspiration for the Hogwarts library in Harry Potter.

Oxford University Museum of Natural History: Home to over five million natural history specimens, its Victorian building is a work of art in itself.

Christ Church College: One of Oxford's largest colleges; its elegant dining hall was the filming location for the Hogwarts Great Hall in the Harry Potter films.

University of Cambridge: The academic jewel on the River Cam

The University of Cambridge is laid out along the River Cam and is known as the 'cradle of Nobel laureates', having produced over sixty Nobel Prize winners.

King's College: Its Gothic chapel is a landmark of Cambridge, featuring stunning fan vaulting and towering spires with stained glass.

Trinity College: Masters like Newton and Bacon studied here. The 'Newton's Apple Tree' near the entrance is a must‑visit for science enthusiasts.

Corpus Clock: Unveiled by Stephen Hawking, its metal 'time‑eater' devouring time serves as a philosophical reminder of the fleeting nature of life.

Mathematical Bridge: This exquisite wooden bridge, legend says it was designed by Newton, showcasing a perfect combination of mechanics and aesthetics.

Punting on the Cam: Glide downstream on a flat‑bottomed boat; it is the best way to experience the poetic and academic atmosphere of Cambridge.

🤔 Why go?

See All Top Universities in One Go: Efficiently visit Oxford and Cambridge in one or two days, taking in both academic shrines at once.

Understand the UK Through Historical Sites: Your guide will narrate the evolution from medieval colleges to modern universities, helping you understand how academic traditions shaped Britain.

Personally Experience the Academic Atmosphere: Stroll through the quadrangles of ancient colleges, and feel the aura of accumulated knowledge in the libraries and museums.

Ideal for Families and Students: This is an excellent 'elite university inspiration' route, planting seeds of dreams in children and providing goals for students to strive for.

【Reference Itinerary】:

• Departure: Gather at 08:20. Please provide your preferred pick‑up point on the payment page; the supplier will confirm with you again.

  No refunds will be given for late arrivals or no‑shows. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure.

• Transport: 08:30 Board coach

• Attraction / Experience: 10:30, 2 hours, Free time, University of Oxford, Oxford

• Transport: 12:30 Board coach

• Attraction / Experience: 15:00, 2 hours, Free time, University of Cambridge, Cambridge Rutherford Punting, Cambridge

• Return: 18:30 ‑ 20:00, Arrive back at Paddington Station, return to London meeting point for dismissal.

• The itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic and weather conditions.