行程概述
牛津徒步之旅
追隨牛津大學著名學子的足跡,從C·S·劉易斯到比爾·克林頓,漫步於這座歷史悠久的大學城迷人的學院庭院和鵝卵石小巷。欣賞著名的“夢幻尖塔”,參觀博德利圖書館——歐洲最古老的圖書館之一。這座自然風光秀麗的小鎮,擁有保存完好的狹窄巷道和古老的廣場,定會讓您流連忘返。
基督教會
對於所有年齡段的影迷來說,基督教堂絕對是一場視覺盛宴!它因作爲哈利·波特系列電影的主要取景地之一而廣爲人知!驚歎於作爲霍格沃茨魔法學校場景的大禮堂的宏偉壯麗吧!
劍橋參議院
離開牛津後,您將前往美麗的劍橋市。在這裏,您將參觀世界聞名的劍橋大學參議院大樓。這裏曾是參議院舉行重要會議的場所,如今則是學生學位授予儀式的舉辦地。您將有機會探索這處特別的地點,瞭解其重要的歷史,之後還將前往參觀聖體鍾!
語料庫時鐘
歡迎參觀位於劍橋大學基督聖體學院泰勒圖書館外的基督聖體鍾,這是一項獨特的發明。它由斯蒂芬·霍金向世人展示,採用24K鍍金不鏽鋼圓盤製成,沒有數字顯示時間,而是通過光線穿過狹縫來指示時間。這項不容錯過的創新發明,定會讓您印象深刻!
數學橋
您在停留期間還將參觀劍橋的數學橋。這座橋由威廉·埃瑟裏奇設計,已有近300年的歷史,吸引了來自世界各地的遊客。它的設計給遊客帶來了一個引人入勝的謎題——橋身全部採用筆直的木材,但橋拱卻是由彎曲的木材構成。絕對不容錯過!
國王學院禮拜堂
此次旅行的一大亮點是參觀精美絕倫的國王學院禮拜堂。作爲劍橋市的象徵,這座禮拜堂是世界各地遊客的熱門景點。國王學院禮拜堂始建於1446年,由亨利六世下令建造,歷時一個世紀才建成。禮拜堂擁有精美的哥特式建築和巨大迷人的彩色玻璃窗。這裏擁有世界上最大的扇形拱頂和魯本斯的著名畫作,也是國王學院禮拜堂唱詩班的駐地,值得您細細品味和探索。
預計返回倫敦的時間大約是晚上7點。
4月1日至10月31日
出發日期:星期二、星期四和星期六
入住時間:上午 8:15
出發時間:上午 8:30
返回時間(大約):晚上7:00
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出發地點:Golden Tours Victoria Visitor Centrer Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SR。此行程可能會在格洛斯特路地鐵站結束,具體取決於當天的交通情況。
從維多利亞火車站前往布萊德路:從維多利亞火車站的白金漢宮路入口(位於蓋特威克機場快線站臺右側)出站。左轉沿白金漢宮路步行至第一個主要路口。確認安全後,在交通信號燈處過馬路並左轉。步行約20碼(約18米)後,右轉進入布萊德路。您的巴士不會從維多利亞長途汽車站出發。
Walking tour of Oxford
Follow in the footsteps of Oxford's famous students, from C.S. Lewis to Bill Clinton, as you stroll the captivating college courtyards and cobbled lanes of this historic university town. Take in the famous 'dreaming spires' and see the Bodleian Library – one of the oldest libraries in Europe – on your visit. You'll be captivated by the unspoilt narrow alleys and ancient squares of this naturally beautiful town.
Christ Church
A treat for moviegoers of all ages, Christ Church is instantly recognisable as one of the major locations for the Harry Potter films! Marvel at the magical grandeur of the Great Hall, used as the setting for Hogwarts.
Cambridge Senate House
Once you've left Oxford, you'll make your way to the beautiful city of Cambridge. It's here that you will visit Senate House at the world-famous University of Cambridge. Before used by the Council of the Senate for important meetings, it is now the chosen location for students' degree ceremonies. You'll get to explore this special location and discover its important history before venturing onto the Corpus Clock!
Corpus Clock
Visit the Corpus Clock, a unique invention outside the Taylor Library at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge University. Revealed to the world by Stephen Hawking, it is made from a 24-carat gold-plated stainless steel disc and has no numbers to tell the time. Instead, it shows the time through lights that shine through individual slits. This unmissable innovation will stay in your mind long after you've left!
Mathematical Bridge
You'll also get to see Cambridge's Mathematical Bridge during your stop. Designed by William Etheridge, it is nearly 300 years old and has attracted visitors from all across the world. The design gives visitors an intriguing conundrum – it uses only straight timbers but the bridge arches. It's an absolute must-see!
King's College Chapel
One of the main highlights of the trip is visiting the exquisite King's College Chapel. Used as a symbol representing the city of Cambridge, the Chapel is a popular tourist attraction for people across the world. Taking a century to build, starting in 1446 on Henry VI's demands, King's College Chapel displays wonderful gothic architecture and huge, enchanting stained glass windows. Featuring the world's largest fan vault and famous artwork from Rubens, there's plenty to learn and discover at the home of the King's College Chapel Choir.
Estimated arrival time back to London is around 7.00pm.
1 April to 31 October
Days of departure: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Check-in: 08:15am
Departure: 08:30am
Return (approx.): 7:00pm
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Departure point: Golden tours Victoria Visitor Centrer Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SR This tour may end at Gloucester Road Underground Station, subject to traffic on the day.
Directions from Victoria Station to Bulleid Way: Exit Victoria Station via the Buckingham Palace Road Entrance, to the right of the Gatwick Express platforms. Turn left and walk down Buckingham Palace Road until you reach the first main junction. When it's safe to do so, cross the road at the traffic lights and turn left. Walk around 20 yards, before turning right into Bulleid Way. Your coach will NOT depart from Victoria Coach Station.