Thames Path Bike Tour: Oxford to London
Starting point
Oxford
Finish point
London
Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Season
From April to October
Fitness level
2/5
Tour type
Road / Gravel / E-bike
Number of people
Choose your style
- Cycle through historic Oxford, home to the world’s oldest English-speaking university
- Ride along the Thames Path, passing charming villages and scenic riverbanks
- Visit Windsor Castle, the official residence of the British royal family
- Explore Hampton Court Palace, the grand Tudor home of Henry VIII
- Pedal through the Chiltern Hills, with rolling landscapes and ancient woodlands
- Finish in central London, cycling past iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge and Big Ben
Itinerary of the trip
What’s included in the price?
Self-guided
NOT INCLUDED
Follow England’s most iconic river, tracing its journey from the historic university city of Oxford to the heart of London. This cycling adventure takes you through charming villages, rolling countryside, royal estates, and the lively banks of the Thames, offering a perfect blend of nature, history, and culture.
The Thames has shaped England for centuries, flowing past grand university buildings, ancient abbeys, and royal estates.
You’ll ride through the Chiltern Hills, crisscrossing the river over historic footbridges and passing charming towns like Abingdon, Wallingford, and Henley-on-Thames, famous for its rowing heritage.
Highlights include Windsor Castle, the tranquil meadows of Runnymede—where Magna Carta was signed – and Hampton Court Palace, once home to Henry VIII. As you approach London, the route follows scenic riverside paths and parklands before reaching the city’s iconic landmarks
The route is suitable for active travelers who enjoy moderate cycling. It has occasional gentle climbs and plenty of opportunities to pause and soak in the surroundings.
We take care of the details so you can enjoy the journey. From booking charming accommodations to arranging luggage transfers, providing GPS navigation, and offering on-call support, our team ensures a seamless and stress-free experience. Ride at your own pace, knowing everything is handled.
The Thames is calling – are you ready to follow its path to London?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Self-guided cycling tours provide a flexible and independent way to explore the UK on two wheels. You can set your own pace, modify your schedule, and immerse yourself in the journey. Our team handles all logistics, including booking accommodations, providing detailed itineraries, GPS routes, and 24/7 support. This ensures a stress-free experience while giving you the freedom to discover the UK's scenic landscapes and cultural landmarks at your leisure.
First class company with a well planned route, great accommodation and simply outstanding support in time of trouble. We did a two week ride from Bled to Pula in September 2023. Fair to say we hit a lot of problems courtesy of BA with rescheduled and diverted flights, lost bags, problems with our own bikes, returning rental bikes and more. Daja was simply amazing in helping us sort all of them out and was so accessible at all hours. She even managed to source and buy a forgotten Thru-axle and deliver it personally to our hotel, which is far and above any service i would reasonably expect. Thank you !! Our accommodation was fantastic and far better than expected in all but one location. The route planning in Slovenia was great but due to our decision to bring road bikes from the UK and the nature of the roads in Croatia, our second week was a bit tricky route wise and it would have been good to have had a discussion about this section beforehand. A Gravel bike is far better suited to Croatia although this was our decision to bring road bikes. Transport arrangement and logistics were flawless. Overall, i would change very little and we will definitely be returning to Slovenia. Daja was fantastic and I absolutely recommend Slovenia Cycling Holidays and will be using their services again.
Top Company, Top Tour ! We did the 7 days tour (from Alps to Adriatic), from Bled to Piran in august 2024 ! It was the best tour made in years. Amazing landscapes and nature, great accommodations and food and perfectly organised. Daja did really a perfect job ! she was allways available for questions or suggestions ! I would recommend this tour to everyone.
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Those who like good adventure and limitless flexibility should go on a self-guided cycling holiday. It offers complete freedom, multiple detour opportunities, and exploration at your own pace without having to adapt to a group.
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