Oxford & Winchester In Springtime Bargain Weekend
- Duration: 2 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TLEI8914
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
2 days
BU2ADS
Join us on this springtime package and get away to two of England's most beautiful cities at an absolute bargain price!We'll take you to the university city of Oxford with its honey-gold buildings, dreaming spires and riverside setting. The lofty university spires of Oxford are famous the world over as well as being the setting for many a film and TV series, including Harry Potter. You'll have lots of free time to meander through its ancient streets and soak up the atmosphere. Maybe stop in somewhere for a quick bite to eat, a pint or a tea in one of Oxford's famous tea rooms? Then, after a good night's rest at your hotel, we'll whisk you off for a delightful visit to the ancient town of Winchester. Wander around this unspoilt city with its striking cathedral and plenty of history to soak up combined with quirky shops and trendy food and drink spots.
Our centrally located overnight hotel in Reading offers a comfortable bed and breakfast stay and allows you to relax and easily explore the town centre.
If you're looking for a quick weekend getaway taking in two fantastic destinations then this is a perfect choice.
An ideal choice for:
* Anyone who fancies a quick weekend away to two iconic British locations
* Lovers of a bargain!
* Friends and families who want to catch up and not have to worry about organising anything themselves
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Day 1
Join your coach this morning and travel to the bustling university city of Oxford with its honey-gold buildings, dreaming spires and riverside setting, whilst we take care of all the arrangements. We'll drop you off in the heart of Oxford and pick you up again once you've explored or filled your boots (or should that be bags?) with goodies. Enjoy free time to explore this great city before rejoining your coach later this afternoon. We will then travel for our comfortable overnight stay at the Ibis Reading Centre, which is ideally located in the town centre. Either simply relax at the hotel or your central location allows you to stay out as late as you like making the most of all the town has to offer including great food and drink.
Day 2
After a hearty breakfast, say farewell to your hotel and head for Winchester, for free time to enjoy as you wish. The city's major landmark is the striking Winchester Cathedral, one of the largest cathedrals in Europe, with the greatest overall length of any Gothic cathedral. It is well worth a visit and is home to some rare, precious and stunning items. Enjoy time to shop, sightsee and grab something to eat before rejoining your coach this afternoon to head homewards with lots of lovely memories and possibly several souvenirs!Oxford
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationOxford, The City of Dreaming Spires, is famous the world over for its University and place in history. For over 800 years, it has been a home to royalty and scholars, and since the 9th Century an established town, although people are known to have lived in the area for thousands of years. Take time to discover the history and heritage of Oxford, home to 1,500 listed buildings from every major period of British architectural history from the 11th Century onwards. The centre looks like an enchanted fairy-tale city – making Oxford is a firm favourite of filmmakers from all over the world, from Harry Potter to Inspector Morse along with having inspired countless famous writers over the centuries. Oxford is flat and compact, with many of its major attractions, including the University of Oxford and its 38 colleges, Bodleian Library, the museums, and Oxford Castle Unlocked right in the centre – perfect to explore on foot.
Winchester
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationAn unspoilt cathedral city on the edge of the rolling South Downs, Winchester is England's ancient capital and former seat of King Alfred the Great. Today, Winchester combines the best of city life with the freshness of the surrounding countryside. Home of good food and the country's largest farmers' market, birthplace of the modern game of cricket, resting place of author Jane Austen and inspiration to the many craft-makers and artists who live here, Winchester is truly a destination for all seasons. Popular for its bustling shopping streets, its floral summer season and quirky open air events, it is most well-known for its eleventh century Cathedral and for its Great Hall, which for over 700 years has housed the mysterious King Athur's Round Table. The many bars, traditional pubs and restaurants make eating out a pleasure, and there are pretty riverside walks past tranquil water meadows.For further information, click here (opens in new window)
Tour includes
- Overnight central hotel stay with English breakfast
- Free time to explore Oxford
- Free time to explore Winchester
- Direct Coach Travel
- Net Zero Carbon Offset Certificate
Accommodation
Ibis Reading Centre Reading
The Ibis Reading Centre Hotel is located in the bustling centre of Reading close to the shops and amenities. There are a number of restaurants, cafes and bars nearby. The bedrooms are compact but are bright, modern and quiet and have all you need for your stay including a comfortable bed and en-suite shower room with walk-in shower. All rooms come equipped with individual air cooling system, LCD TV, tea/coffee facilities and hairdryer. The stylish on-site bar is the perfect place to kick back and relax. Breakfast is buffet style hot and cold breakfast choices to set you up for the day.For more information, click here for the hotel website (opens in a new window) Back to top