Spirit of Oxford Family Cruise

Product code: 11816949

Enjoy an inspiring family journey along the Thames and the Oxford countryside with this breathtaking cruise

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The gorgeous banks of the Oxford countryside provide the backdrop for this serene and beautiful cruise along the Thames, following the route originally taken by Lewis Carroll which inspired his masterpiece 'Alice in Wonderland'. The breathtaking Oxfordshire landscape is sure to relax and restore, as well as provide plenty of opportunities for photos whilst you gently drift along in a stunningly furnished river boat.
Your enchanting cruise experience departs Folly Bridge at 12.30pm. Among the many breathtaking sites you will see Quaint Osney Island, well-loved allotments and gardens and majestic and ancient Port Meadow, many of which are off the tourist trail but represent some of Oxford's most beautiful and intriguing scenery. Port Meadow, a vast area of common land, has remained little changed since prehistoric times and supports plants and bird-life in abundance. At the top of Port Meadow is Godstow.

Godstow was the ultimate destination of Alice and Lewis Carroll and is the site of their famous picnic during which Carroll created his story. Godstow is also the site of Trout Island, an inspiration for another of Oxfords literary icons, C S Lewis, and his stories of the land of Narnia. The trip also passes through Osney Lock - one of the deepest on the Thames! The whole trip will take approximately 2 and 1/2 hours.

This experience is available at Oxfordshire:

  • Oxfordshire (South West) - Oxford
Your voucher is valid for 10 months for two adults and two children (classed as under 16 years old). This experience runs from 1st April until 31st October. The cruise departs promptly at 12.30pm and lasts approximately 2 and 1/2 hours. There are no maximum height or weight restrictions. If inclement weather on the day you have booked prevents the cruise from taking place, all measures will be taken to try and re-book you for another date of your choice. All dates are subject to availability.