A school trip to Oxford takes students to one of the world’s most famous university cities.
They discover the impressive Radcliffe Camera, explore the historic Bodleian Library, and visit original Harry Potter filming locations. While enjoying traditional »Punting« on the River Thames, surrounded by historic colleges and lively cafés, students experience history, language and culture up close.
Excursions around Oxford enrich every school trip: from nearby Blenheim Palace to Warwick Castle and Stratford-upon-Avon, all the way to Stonehenge and London with the famous Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre — a variety of memorable highlights await.
Standards & Service
for all group toursAccommodation
- For accommodation in host families: Full board
- For accommodation in youth accommodation: B&B
- Group leaders in B&B: single or double rooms
- Free place policy upon agreement
Transport
- Round-trip travel by coach
- 300 km excursion program included
- Parking and toll fees included
- Accommodation for coach drivers in single rooms
- Round-trip ferry crossing
Senlac Service
- Individual programme planning
- Senlac booking service
- Teacher login with travel documents
- Student & parent login with information material
- German-speaking 24-hour emergency hotline
- Statutory travel protection certificate
Pricing Overview
Pricing Overview 2 examples of coach tripsThe final tour price depends on the departure location, day or overnight travel, as well as the month of travel, trip duration, number of participants, and choice of accommodation.
BASIC PROGRAMME
- arrival and departure on the same day
- ferry crossing Calais – Dover
- 4 nights’ accommodation – optional:
- in host families, primarily in 2–4 bed rooms
- in youth accommodation, shared rooms
COACH TRAVEL PLUS
- Private coach guaranteed for your group’s exclusive use
- UNLIMITED kilometres for the excursion programme
- Bodleian Library
- Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon
- River Thames cruise with City Cruises
- LONDON Travelcard
- Commemorative film of your school trip
Additional Services
and other programme highlights...
trusted partner Hanse Merkur
of the group tour
7 days | Day & overnight travel options | Customised on request
- Day 1 – Departure from your home location Your school trip to London begins in your home town. The overnight coach journey takes you through the Netherlands, Belgium and France to Calais.
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Tag 2 - Calais – Dover – Dover Castle ODER Canterbury – Ankunft in Oxford
From Calais, you cross the English Channel by ferry heading towards Dover. In the distance, the famous white cliffs of this historic fortress town come into view.
DOVER CASTLE: At Dover Castle, England’s oldest fortress, you’ll travel back in time — from medieval history to the dramatic underground tunnels and wartime passages of the Second World War.
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STOP IN CANTERBURY: Enjoy a stroll through the medieval streets and visit the famous cathedral.
ARRIVAL IN OXFORD: You will arrive at your destination in the early evening. The host family coordinator will greet you at the coach before the host families welcome and collect their guests. -
Day 3 – Day Trip: Bath or Bristol
BATH: Visit Britain’s most famous historic bathing complex, the »Roman Baths«. A relaxed walking tour through the medieval city — with its elegant, Jane Austen–style atmosphere — is highly recommended.
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BRISTOL: Young, vibrant and full of character, Bristol is a city with a rich maritime history. Visit Brunel’s famous ship, the SS Great Britain, and cross the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge — if you have a head for heights. Following the footsteps of the world-famous artist Banksy, you’ll also discover unique street art throughout the city. - Day 4 – Oxford – The University City Guided city tour to famous Harry Potter filming locations, including entry to Christ Church College, the Bodleian Library, and the Radcliffe Camera. Further attractions include Oxford Castle, Carfax Tower, the Museum of the History of Science, the Ashmolean Museum, and the Botanic Garden. Alternatively, enjoy traditional punting along the side branches of the River Thames (Isis & Cherwell).
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Day 5 – Day Trip: Cotswolds (Warwick Castle) – Gloucester
COTSWOLDS:
A romantic rolling landscape dotted with picturesque villages and green meadows. A stop in the charming village of Bourton-on-the-Water is perfect for a relaxing picnic. A visit to the impressive Warwick Castle is also highly recommended.
GLOUCESTER: The largest city in the Cotswolds features medieval monuments and historic buildings along pedestrian-friendly streets. The 1,300-year-old Gloucester Cathedral also served as a filming location for the Harry Potter movies. -
Day 6 – Farewell & Departure – London – Crossing Dover/Calais
FAREWELL to the host families in the morning at the coach.
GREENWICH: Visit the National Maritime Museum and the Royal Observatory with the famous Prime Meridian. Afterwards, enjoy a boat trip on the River Thames to Westminster.
LONDON TOUR: Experience world-famous attractions such as Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, the Tower of London and Tower Bridge, the London Eye, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, as well as modern landmarks like The Shard and The Gherkin – with or without a city guide.
DEPARTURE: Today an eventful school trip comes to an end. In the evening, departure for Dover and ferry crossing back to the continent to Calais. - Day 7 – Arrival Back Home Your London school trip draws to a close with an overnight journey through France, Belgium and the Netherlands, before you arrive back home later in the day — full of new experiences and unforgettable memories.
- IN OXFORD
- Guided walking tour of Oxford including a college visit and famous Harry Potter filming locations.
- Christ Church College A renowned college with cathedral – explore tradition, religion and impressive architecture more
- Bodleian Library & Radcliffe Camera One of the oldest libraries in the world – a centre for research, book culture and iconic architecture more
- Oxford Castle & Prison A Norman castle and former prison – discover stories of law and power and enjoy views from the tower more
- Carfax Tower Panoramic views over Oxford’s rooftops – perfect for gaining a city overview, cartography projects and photography more
- Ashmolean Museum World-class art and archaeology collections with interdisciplinary programmes for schools more
- History of Science Museum Historic scientific instruments, experiments and discoveries – including connections to Einstein more
- Oxford Botanic Garden & Arboretum The oldest botanic garden in Britain – explore biodiversity, adaptation and sustainability more
- Traditional »Punting« Boat trips on flat-bottomed punts – teamwork, outdoor activity and beautiful views of the city more
- BMW MINI – Factory visit Insight into modern automobile production – technology, robotics and logistics in action more
- Oxford University Museum of Natural History Dinosaurs, minerals and evolution – with workshops designed for inquiry-based learning more
- The Covered Market Historic indoor market – local products, economics and opportunities to practise English more
- Science Oxford Centre Hands-on experiments and outdoor learning – explore, discover and spark curiosity more
- NEAR OXFORD – within approx. 1.5 hours travel time
- Blenheim Palace UNESCO World Heritage Site near Woodstock – birthplace of Winston Churchill; explore politics, history and magnificent gardens more
- Abingdon County Hall Museum Regional history in a beautiful Baroque building – insights into the town’s development along the River Thames more
- Cotswolds Charming limestone villages and rolling hills – settlement history, nature and the impact of tourism more
- Swindon – STEAM Museum of the GWR Railway history, engineering and the Industrial Revolution – engaging and interactive exhibitions more
- Stratford-upon-Avon Historic market town and birthplace of William Shakespeare more
- Warwick Castle One of England’s most impressive historic castles and among the country’s finest medieval landmarks more
- London The vibrant capital metropolis – full of diversity, culture and world-famous attractions more
- Gloucester Home to a magnificent Gothic cathedral and historic docks – architecture, medieval history and industrial heritage more
- Windsor & Eton The official residence of the British monarch and home to one of the most famous schools in the world more
- AROUND OXFORD – approx. 1.5–3 hours travel time
- Bath Roman Baths and elegant Georgian architecture – urban planning, ancient history, thermal springs and a UNESCO World Heritage Site more
- Stonehenge Prehistoric stone circle – archaeology, astronomical alignments and fascinating myths more
- Bristol Historic harbour city with street art and technology museums – explore social history and maritime heritage more
- Glastonbury Ruins of the famous abbey and a landscape rich in legend – Arthurian myths, history and cultural interpretation more
- Oldbury Adventure Park Action-packed activities including climbing, safari and zoo experiences – combining teamwork, sports and biology more
- Architecture
- High School
- History
- Language Travel
- Literature
- Natural Sciences
- Philosophy
- Politics
- Study Trips
- Amusement Park & Water Park
- Automobile Museum
- Botanical Garden
- Culture & History
- Exciting Excursions
- Host Families
- Language Classes
- Museums & Architecture
- Special City Tour
- Universities & Colleges
