[25 Dec Christmas English Tour] One-day tour of Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Cotswolds, including Christmas lunch (round trip from London)

Christmas Limited Edition
Includes Christmas Lunch
Professional English-speaking Tour Guide
£199.00

Experience three iconic English Christmas highlights in one day: the classical academic atmosphere of the university city of Oxford, the quintessential English countryside of the Cotswolds, and the literary history of Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare. The itinerary includes a traditional three-course Christmas lunch, making it a classic choice for a Christmas Day day trip from London to soak in the charm of historic cities, pastoral villages, and the festive holiday spirit.

🎄Why join a tour on Christmas Day? On Christmas Day, public transport, restaurants, and attractions in the UK have limited availability, making independent travel difficult. Joining a tour includes round-trip transportation, an English-speaking guide, walking tours of Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon, and a traditional Christmas lunch, ensuring a worry-free and festive experience.

  • Departure City: Round trip from London
  • Guide Service: English-speaking guide
  • Dining Arrangements: Includes a traditional three-course Christmas lunch and a glass of wine or soft drink

    * Note: This tour departs only on Christmas Day. The Cotswolds portion is a panoramic drive-through tour with no stops.

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Booking process

1. Select Date and Product

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2. Fill in Contact Information

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3. Complete Payment

We accept international credit cards (AMEX currently not supported) and WeChat Pay.

4. Delivery of Electronic Ticket

After successful payment, your electronic ticket will be sent to your email within 1 business day.

| If you have any questions, we will contact you within 1-3 business days.

Cancellation Terms
  • Free cancellation up to 6 days before the departure date.
  • Cancellations within 6 days (inclusive) of the departure date are non-refundable.

| Any cancellations due to weather, flight changes, personal reasons, etc., will be subject to the cancellation policy above. We strongly recommend that you purchase personal travel insurance in your country of residence before departure to protect your interests.

Itinerary

07:45 Meet for check-in, 08:00 sharp departure

Meeting point: Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SH

| The final departure time and location are subject to the electronic tour voucher

 

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🎬 Departure Point Video

 

Approx. 19:00 Victoria Underground Station 

The journey begins in the scholarly university town of—Oxford. Led by an English-speaking guide, stroll through ancient streets, past college buildings and the exterior of the Bodleian Library, as if stepping into an open-air history museum, and immerse yourself in Oxford's centuries-old academic tradition and the festive winter atmosphere.

Next, travel through the quintessential English countryside—the Cotswolds. Along the way, enjoy views of rolling hills, honey-colored stone cottages, and tranquil villages, like flipping through a series of English countryside postcards. Please note that this segment is a coach tour and does not include stops for sightseeing.

In the afternoon, arrive at the birthplace of Shakespeare—Stratford-upon-Avon. Follow your guide on a walking tour of this literary town, viewing the exterior of Shakespeare's Birthplace and sites associated with Anne Hathaway's Cottage, and experience the romantic aura of English literature amidst the ancient streets and riverside scenery.

The itinerary also includes a specialtraditional three-course Christmas lunch, complete with a glass of wine or a soft drink. Don't worry about transport or restaurant arrangements on Christmas Day; join our tour for a relaxing, all-in-one experience of Oxford's academia, the English countryside, Shakespeare's hometown, and a festive lunch.

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Fees include

  • Air-conditioned coach
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide services
  • Traditional Christmas lunch, including a glass of wine or a soft drink

The fee does not include

  • Attraction tickets
  • Dinner
  • Driver/guide gratuities: At your discretion
  • Personal travel insurance (strongly recommended to purchase on your own before departure)
  • Any items not mentioned in the inclusions

1. Age and Travel Requirements

  • Age ranges for adult, child, student, and senior tickets are subject to those displayed on the booking page.
  • If purchasing a student ticket, you must carry a valid student ID or relevant supporting documentation on both the booking and travel dates.
  • Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult and cannot join the tour alone.
  • This tour is guided in English and operates only on Christmas Day.

2. Itinerary Arrangements

  • Please arrive at the designated departure point at least 30 minutes in advance and have your electronic ticket ready.
  • The bus will depart on time; failure to appear as scheduled will be treated as a "NO SHOW," and no refunds or rescheduling will be provided.
  • The Cotswolds portion is a driving tour with no stops for sightseeing.
  • Oxford and Stratford are primarily walking tours; admission tickets to attractions are not included.
  • In the event of traffic, weather, Christmas Day operational arrangements, or other force majeure factors, the itinerary sequence and duration of stay may be adjusted; please follow the arrangements of the guide and the supplier on the day.

3. Christmas Lunch Arrangements

  • The tour includes a traditional three-course Christmas lunch, with a glass of wine or a soft drink.
  • MenuThe menu may be adjusted based on the restaurant's availability on the day; if certain dishes are unavailable, suitable alternatives will be provided.
  • Additional drinks, extra food orders, and personal expenses must be paid for by yourself.

1. What is the booking process?

After you pay for the tour fee online and complete your personal information, we will send you a booking confirmation email within 1-2 working days. Once you receive the confirmation email, you can proceed to book your transportation to and from the departure city as well as your hotel accommodation.

2. Is there a minimum number of participants required for the tour to proceed?

There is no minimum number of participants required for this tour. All scheduled departure dates are guaranteed to run, so please feel free to book with confidence.

3. What personal information is required for booking?

Please provide the following personal information: Name / Email Address / Mobile Number

4. Can the tour guide pick me up at my hotel?

We apologize, but you are required to make your own way to the meeting point. As this is a coach tour, to save everyone's time, we designate a centralized location accessible by public transport for departure.

5. What is the size of the tour group?

We typically use coaches with 50 seats or more. However, during the off-season, if the number of participants is small, we may arrange smaller tour vehicles.

6. Will there be a tour guide providing commentary inside the attractions?

For most attractions, the tour guide will accompany you inside and provide professional commentary.

7. Can minors join the tour alone?

We apologize, but minors must be accompanied by at least one adult to participate. We cannot accept bookings for minors traveling alone.

8. Can I join or leave the tour midway?

If you need to join or leave the tour midway, you are still required to pay the full tour fee (with the exception of multi-city loop tours). Please confirm the feasibility with our customer service staff before booking.

9. How are dinners handled?

Dinner is at your own expense. It is usually arranged at or near the attractions, along the route, or at the hotel. You can ask the tour guide for recommended dining locations and suggestions.

10. Are there any restrictions on luggage?

Please note that luggage is not permitted on this one-day tour product.

11. Can I smoke in my hotel room or on the coach?

Under UK law, smoking is prohibited in public places, including hotel rooms and inside coaches. Please comply with the regulations; smoking is strictly forbidden in hotel rooms or on the coach. If caught, you may face heavy fines or legal action.

12. Can the travel agency purchase personal travel insurance on my behalf?

We are unable to purchase personal travel insurance for you. However, we strongly recommend that you purchase suitable personal travel insurance in your country of residence before departure and ensure your personal information is filled in correctly to ensure a safe and worry-free journey.

13. Can I use a credit card during the trip?

Most businesses in the UK accept international credit cards. Payment methods like UnionPay, Alipay, and WeChat Pay are not common in the UK. We recommend carrying an international credit card, along with a small amount of cash in British Pounds for tipping, purchasing tickets, or personal expenses. For your safety, please do not carry large amounts of cash.

14. Is there any mandatory shopping on this tour?

In the UK, mandatory shopping tours are illegal. We provide purely sightseeing tours with no mandatory shopping arrangements, allowing you to enjoy every moment of your trip.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of travel agency is RobinGO Tours?

RobinGO Tours is a UK-registered inbound and outbound travel agency specializing in serving the Chinese market, primarily operating tours to the UK and Europe. As an ATOL Protected licensed travel agency, we ensure the safety of your tour fees through this protection mechanism. We carefully select a team of high-quality Chinese-speaking tour guides and combine modern travel methods to provide independent travel and personalized customized solutions, striving to make your European trip more convenient, comfortable, and unique.

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We provide high-quality travel services for Chinese people, covering the UK, Europe and more destinations, and act as an agent for air tickets on UK-China routes, popular global cruise itineraries and Schengen visa applications in the UK.

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