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Thames River Service Sightseeing Tour
Five Cruises and a River
The River Thames, the second longest river in the UK, has many stories to tell. On this two-centre short break we reveal many stories as we take five very different, but equally relaxing cruises. These cruises call at Oxford, Reading, Windsor & central London .
Dates
14th May & 3rd September 2027
Suggested itinerary by coach
Day 1
Travel to your hotel
To start our itinerary of cruises, today we enjoy a relaxing 40 minute circular cruise on the River Thames departing from Oxford en-route to your hotel.
Day 2
The Thames Valley Cruise
This popular cruise will take you from Caversham Pier in Reading through twists and turns to Mapledurham Lock and Weir. Following the Thames upstream, you will see wildlife, open countryside, islands and look out towards the Berkshire Downs. The cruise will turn at Mapledurham Lock taking a panoramic view of the weir, before cruising back downstream past Mapledurham House back towards Reading. This is the river as it should be, tranquil and stunning in Wind in the Willows Country.
This afternoon we recommend taking a scenic drive following the river through Henley, Marlow, Cookham and Maidenhead.
Day 3
The Thames into Windsor
This morning we travel to Windsor for a 40 minute round trip. This short cruise goes upstream to Boveney Lock & returns with spectacular views of Windsor Castle, Eton College, Mill House, Windsor Racecourse & the Brocas Meadows.
This afternoon, we head to Hampton Court for a 45 minute cruise to Kingston. On board commentary will guide you through the scenic stretch of the river, allowing you to relax and soak in the serene atmosphere while learning about the area’s rich history and natural heritage.
Your coach will then meet you to transfer you to your London hotel.
Day 4
London to Greenwich Cruise and return home
Our final cruise takes us on a journey from Westminster to Greenwich passing many of London’s best known sights including the London Eye, Tower of London, Tower Bridge, O2 arena and Canary Wharf. There’s free time in Greenwich: perhaps visit the Cutty Sark or the Royal Observatory.
Featured Hotels
Holiday Inn Reading South
Holiday Inn Reading South M4 Jct 11 sits just off junction 11 of the M4 motorway. All of the en suite rooms offer free wifi, LCD TVs, air-conditioning, ironing equipment and tea/coffee-making facilities. There is a fitness centre on site.
Doubletree by Hilton London Chelsea
Located at Imperial Wharf, close to London’s fashionable King’s Road, DoubleTree by Hilton London Chelsea offers a 24-hour reception, bar and restaurant and free WiFi throughout. Guests are greeted with a chocolate chip cookie at reception upon check-in. DoubleTree by Hilton London Chelsea also provides services including dry cleaning, laundry and luggage storage. Public parking is available close to the hotel, at an additional cost.
Below dates based on 2 nights at Holiday Inn Reading South (Dinner, Bed & Breakfast) & 1 night at Doubletree by Hilton London Chelsea (Bed & Breakfast)
Other dates are available on request.
| Dates | 4 days / 3 nights |
| 14th May 2027 | From £329.00 per person |
| 3rd September 2027 | From £322.00 per person |
