Oxford City Break
Friday 6th to Sunday 8th February 2026 - A long weekend to explore Oxford, the City of dreaming Spires, staying at the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in the centre of the city. From £329pp
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Oxford is a wonderful city to visit, with its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant cultural scene. It's known for its ancient colleges, fascinating museums, and green spaces, making it a great destination for history buffs, culture enthusiasts, and those seeking a relaxing escape. Start with a walk through the city centre, visiting iconic landmarks like the Bodleian Library and Radcliffe Camera. Explore historic colleges like Christ Church and Magdalen College, and enjoy lunch at the Covered Market. In the afternoon, consider a punting session on the Cherwell River or visit the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. With its mix of ancient and modern, there is plenty for everyone to do.
Courtyard by Marriott, Oxford City Centre****
Oxford is one of the oldest and most celebrated university cities in the world, and you can be forgiven for thinking Oxford is just about its highly successful universities. But there is so much to see and do here, you really need to explore Oxford to really appreciate its beauty, history and vibrant culture. The Courtyard by Marriott hotel is nestled in the heart of Oxford City Centre - enjoy stunning views from the hotel’s rooftop terrace. The comfortable en-suite rooms offer tea and coffee making facilities, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, free WiFi, telephone and radio. The hotel has a lift.
Holiday includes:
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2 Nights Bed and Full English Breakfast
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Free time in the City of Oxford to shop or sightsee
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Travel by Tally Ho Coach
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Accompanied by our Tour Manager
£329pp based on two sharing twin/double room. Single supplement £139pp.
Fri 6th February
We head to Oxford from South Devon, arriving at our hotel with time to check in and relax before enjoying dinner in one of the many restaurants in Oxford.
Sat 7th February
Enjoy a free day to explore Oxford. There are numerous major tourist attractions including the iconic Bodleian Library, Carfax Tower, which offers superb views over the city. There is the historic covered market with its many tourist shops. Explore the wide streets, intricate network of smaller lanes with historic buildings, stop and unwind with great food and drink and enjoy the familiar sights used in the filming of several TV dramas including Inspector Morse and Harry Potter. You could choose to take a cruise on the River Thames, join a hop-on-hop-off bus to see the sights, or tour the hallowed halls of the University. Visit the first-ever public museum - the Ashmoleum. Discover ancient Greek and Roman statues, Egyptian mummies and Lawrence of Arabia's robes. Full of interesting artifacts and exhibitions, the museum is sure to satisfy every curious mind. Alternatively, head over to the Museum of Oxford, where you can dive into the city's rich past. Oxford is known across the world for its history and architecture, something you can see for yourself when you climb the Saxon St George's Tower at Oxford Castle, the city's oldest building. Go underground to the 900-year-old crypt, take a tour of the prison and then explore the castle in your own time, for a great day of spooky fun.
FESun 8th February
After breakfast in the hotel, you have the morning free in Oxford before we head back to South Devon, arriving home early evening, with stops on route.
FEFE=Full English Breakfast
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
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| Brixham | Brixham - Bank lane opposite Baptist Church |
| Dartmouth | Dartmouth Marks & Spencer |
| Exeter | Exeter Motorway Services |
| Ivybridge | Ivybridge Town Hall opp Garage |
| Kingsbridge Quay | Kingsbridge Quay |
| Newton Abbot | Newton Abbot opp Railway Station |
| Paignton | Paignton Great Western Road Bus Stop by Library |
| Plymouth 1 | Plymouth Derry's Cross |
| Plympton 6 | Plympton Harewood House bus stop |
| Plymstock | Plymstock Elburton bus stop opp Elburton Hotel |
| Torquay | Torquay coach bay outside Princess Theatre |
| Totnes KEVICC | Totnes KEVICC |
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Tally Ho Coaches Ltd
Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1ES
