RIVER & CANAL CRUISES
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The 11 most popular oxford cruises, compared side by side. What you see from the water, how long you are aboard, what it costs and which operator to book, so you can pick your boat in a couple of minutes.
A 45-minute Oxford Thames cruise on quiet electric boats, with fun skipper stories of Folly Bridge, Christ Church Meadows, and Iffley Lock.
Most Popular“Informative and relaxed. Amusing tales from a personable guide who actually lived in a boat on the river.”
Cruise Oxford’s Isis on an elegant electric Edwardian boat. See Folly Bridge, college meadows, rowing houses, and Iffley Lock in 45 minutes.
“Lovely trip relaxing down the River on such a beautiful day”
45-minute small-group Oxford Thames cruise along the University regatta course from Folly Bridge, with live narration and calm views.
“Lovely guide and really relaxed boat ride and experience! Lots of great history and information from our guide! Thankyou so much”
90-minute Oxford Thames cruise with live commentary and afternoon tea. Pass Christ Church Meadows, University boathouses, and Iffley Lock.
“Loved this boat trip! Even though it rained part of the time, they have enclosures to keep you dry. And when the sun came out, we rolled them up and enjoyed the open air!”
1.5-hour Oxford river cruise with afternoon tea from Folly Bridge. Sail past Boat Houses, Iffley Lock, and Rose Island.
“It was so well worth the money. Good selection of teas Earl Grey to Herbal and coffee, if your not a tea person buy yourself a couple of drinks from the bar before boarding.”
3-hour Oxford river cruise with an included picnic hamper from the Folly Restaurant, with guided stories, locks, and Port Meadow views.
“Very quaint and enjoyable. Nick was an excellent guide. Lunch was lovely as well. Would recommend this”
Oxford River Cruises pairs a short Thames cruise with a 3-course dinner at Folly Restaurant, with Prosecco and a small group.
“Had a great time. Our boat captain was an excellent host. Also the food and staff at the Folly were top notch.”
Sip a seasonal cocktail on a 45-minute Oxford Thames cruise past Folly Bridge, Christ Church Meadows, and university boat houses.
“We really enjoyed our cruise, beautiful setting lovely cocktails and our guide was fab! So friendly and informative. Would definitely recommend”
2-hour Oxford river cruise with Prosecco, then a 3-course meal at The Folly. Short, scenic, and good value.
“The trip down the river and back, with a glass of Prosecco on board, followed by a lovely 3 course lunch at The Folly - all part of our booked trip - was a glorious way to celebrate our 44th wedding anniversary. Our guide was so passionate about what he did and very knowledgeable about…”
A small-boat Thames cruise in Oxford, followed by a six-course tasting menu at The Folly Riverside Restaurant, with champagne included.
“We had a wonderful day cruising along the river then back to the Folly for a delicious 6 course tasting menu. It was so sunny and so relaxing. We will look at other cruises based on this. Thank you”
Drift past Oxford’s river sights on an Edwardian launch, then enjoy a six-course tasting at The Folly with champagne.
“Staff were great - menu was interesting but would have been better with more alternatives”
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