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Thames & Oxford 7-day Luxury Barge Tour (MC)

  • 7days
  • England

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Luxury Barge Tour London and Oxford

A slow meandering journey past Royal Palaces, quaint riverside towns and villages - a real mixture of olde worlde England and the natural beauty of Surrey, Berkshire and Oxfordshire. From Henry VIII's Hampton Court past Windsor Castle to Henley with frequent stops allowing plenty of time to wander and explore. Good cycling and walking opportunities as the elegant and spacious hotel barge finds her way along the river Thames.

A luxury barge with four spacious suites with private facilities, underfloor heating, spa pool, an upper deck saloon and dining area and a master chef on board to produce a range of mouthwatering dishes.

Included in the Thames & Oxford Luxury Barge Tour:

  • 6 Nights accommodation on board in an air-conditioned, en-suite cabin.
  • The services of an experienced Captain / Host, Chef, Hostess(es), Driver/Tour Guide.
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner aboard. 
  • An excellent selection of fine regional and international wines and spirits, plus an all day open bar, tea and coffee.
  • Daily excursions by chauffeured minibus and entry fees to castles, vineyards, markets and other local places of interest.
  • Use of barge facilities such as bicycles, boules, barge library and on certain vessels, a spa pool.
  • Return transfers to and from the local meeting/drop off point.

Not included:

  • Tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Flights
  • Anything not mentioned in 'included'

Arrival/ departure:

  • Transfer pick up from Stafford Hotel in central London
  • Transfer drop off in London

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  • Day 1

    Hampton Court Palace.

    Guests are met at the Stafford Hotel in central London for afternoon cream tea before being transferred to the barge moored at Hampton Court. Champagne reception and welcome by the Captain and crew. Dinner on board.

  • Day 2

    Hampton Court Palace to Runnymede.

    This morning we explore the magnificent Hampton Court Palace. We tour King Henry VIII's apartments and the Royal Chapel, feel the chill in the haunted gallery and wonder at the Tudor kitchens. Outside the gardens are breathtaking with the Great Vine, the oldest in the country still producing grapes, and the famous maze. After lunch we cruise through Molesey Lock and moor at Runnymede. Dinner on board.

  • Day 3

    Runnymede to Windsor.

    After breakfast, we have the option to use the facilities of the Runnymede-on-Thames Hotel. Then we cruise to Windsor, past the Magna Carta Memorial and Magna Carta Island where, in 1215, King John was forced to meet the powerful barrons and seal the historic document. Our afternoon excursion is to Windsor Castle. Built by William the Conqueror in 1066 and a royal home for over 900 years, this is the largest inhabited castle in the world. We explore the State Apartments, Queen Mary's Dolls House, St George's Chapel and enjoy the far-reaching views. Dinner on board.

  • Day 4

    Windsor to Cookham.

    This morning we take a short drive to the Tudor manor house of Dorney Court, a very special home that has been owned by the Palmer family for more than 450 years and used regularly as a film location. Then we cruise upstream past the fabulous waterside houses of Bray and through the spectacular Clivedon Reach to moor en route at Cliveden House itself. Once home to the Astor family it has amazing gardens and was, of course, the scene of political scandal and intrigue. Dinner on board.

  • Day 5

    Cookham to Hurley.

    After breakfast, we visit the Stanley Spencer Gallery and take a walk around the village he once described as 'Heaven on Earth', before cruising through Marlow to Hurley. We tour Peter Freebody's boatyard and watch in wonder as the traditional craftsmen build and restore classic wooden craft. We have time to explore the ancient village, including Ye Olde Belle, reputed to be the oldest inn in he country, before returning to the barge. Dinner on board

  • Day 6

    Hurley to Henley-on-Thames.

    A morning cruise to Henley-on-Thames through fabulous countryside to our final mooring along the famous Henley Regatta Rowing course. Then, an early lunch, followed by a drive to Oxford for a fascinating tour of Christ Church, Oxford's grandest college, founded by Cardinal Wolsey and then again by King Henry VIII. The magnificent surroundings were where Lewis Carroll wrote Alice in Wonderland. Captain's farewell dinner on board.

  • Day 7

    Henley-on-Thames.

    After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the designated drop-off point in London.

    This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. On alternate weeks the cruise is in the reverse direction

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A really super week on board. The staff and crew could not have been better, they were always ready to help and assist to whatever our needs. They all went out of their way to make the week something to remember and in some cases more than they were expected to do. This is the second barge cruise we have been on and have recommended them to our friends. - June 2022

Tours marked with are special prices.

Start End Max. No. Guests Accommodation Price p.p.
Apr 06 2025 Apr 12 2025 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€
Apr 13 2025 Apr 19 2025 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€
Apr 20 2025 Apr 26 2025 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€
Apr 27 2025 May 03 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
May 04 2025 May 10 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
May 11 2025 May 17 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
May 18 2025 May 24 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
May 25 2025 May 31 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jun 01 2025 Jun 07 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jun 08 2025 Jun 14 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jun 15 2025 Jun 21 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jun 22 2025 Jun 28 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jun 29 2025 Jul 05 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jul 06 2025 Jul 12 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jul 13 2025 Jul 19 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jul 20 2025 Jul 26 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jul 27 2025 Aug 02 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Aug 03 2025 Aug 09 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Aug 10 2025 Aug 16 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Aug 17 2025 Aug 23 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Aug 24 2025 Aug 30 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Aug 31 2025 Sep 06 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Sep 07 2025 Sep 13 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Sep 14 2025 Sep 20 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Sep 21 2025 Sep 27 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Sep 28 2025 Oct 04 2025 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Oct 05 2025 Oct 11 2025 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€
Oct 12 2025 Oct 18 2025 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€
Oct 19 2025 Oct 25 2025 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€
Apr 12 2026 Apr 18 2026 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€
Apr 19 2026 Apr 25 2026 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€
Apr 26 2026 May 02 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
May 03 2026 May 09 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
May 10 2026 May 16 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
May 17 2026 May 23 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
May 24 2026 May 30 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
May 31 2026 Jun 06 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jun 07 2026 Jun 13 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jun 14 2026 Jun 20 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jun 21 2026 Jun 27 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jun 28 2026 Jul 04 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jul 05 2026 Jul 11 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jul 12 2026 Jul 18 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jul 19 2026 Jul 25 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Jul 26 2026 Aug 01 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Aug 02 2026 Aug 08 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Aug 09 2026 Aug 15 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Aug 16 2026 Aug 22 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Aug 23 2026 Aug 29 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Aug 30 2026 Sep 05 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Sep 06 2026 Sep 12 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Sep 13 2026 Sep 19 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Sep 20 2026 Sep 26 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Sep 27 2026 Oct 03 2026 8 Single rooms 8,950€
Double rooms 6,550€
Oct 04 2026 Oct 10 2026 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€
Oct 11 2026 Oct 17 2026 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€
Oct 18 2026 Oct 24 2026 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€
Oct 25 2026 Oct 31 2026 8 Single rooms 7,790€
Double rooms 5,690€

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