Top 4 Cambridge Day Trips from London

1.Oxford and Cambridge Universities Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 300 reviews · 10 hours · from $160Our pick

Travel from Victoria Station to Cambridge and Oxford by air-conditioned coach, with live commentary through a personal headset. Walk Cambridge’s old streets and see the Bridge of Sighs, then explore Oxford and Christ Church. College entry depends on the option you book, so check the details before paying.

“We had the most incredible and knowledgeable tour guide. Her name is Sandra! She knows all the rich history and was open to answering any and all questions. It was paced well, and I appreciated the free time at Cambridge. My family and I enjoyed it very much. The name of the bus tour was Evan Evans8. Highly recommend!”

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2.Oxford and Cambridge Universities Guided Day Trip from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 218 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $122

Leave London at 8:30 am for an 11-hour coach trip to Oxford and Cambridge. Expect guided walks, time at Christ Church and King’s College if your booking includes them, and stops at the Bodleian Library, Corpus Clock, and Mathematical Bridge. Guides such as Apple, Cedric, Dan, and Regina have been praised for clear directions and lively historical context.

“We were with Dan Xia from Golden Tours on 3rd June for this day trip. She was quite welcoming, engaging as well as informative on the history of both these places. I thought it was the best way to get a glimpse of both places in the same day for my parents. Shout out to Dan for an amazing day spent.”

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3.Oxford & Cambridge Universities Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 213 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $163

Travel from London by air-conditioned coach to Oxford and Cambridge for guided walks through college streets, past the Bodleian Library, King's College, and the Bridge of Sighs. A guide, Vox audio headset, Wi-Fi, and USB charging are provided. College entry depends on the option you book, and traffic can leave little time to explore.

“Sandra, our tour guide, was excellent. She was extremely well-informed and provided lots of great information.”

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4.Oxford & Cambridge Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 187 reviews · 10 hours · from $120Best value

Travel by air-conditioned coach from London for guided walks in Oxford and Cambridge. Depending on your booking, visit Christ Church and King’s College Chapel, then see the Bodleian Library, Corpus Clock and Mathematical Bridge. The English- or Spanish-language tour lasts about 10 hours, with an expected return to London around 7pm.

“a very hectic tour with no stop for lunch. very few moments to take photographs. however no complaint against tour guide Apple and bus driver Mark, they did their job. Further the rain spoilt our day.”

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