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3-Day Cultural and Historical Journey from Oxford to York

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Day 1: Travel and City Exploration

York, England on June 28, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at The Breakfast Club, Oxford

Start your day with a hearty English breakfast at The Breakfast Club, known for its traditional and full English options, open from 7am.
GBP12, 1h

9:00am

Train from Oxford to York

Catch a direct train from Oxford Station to York Station for a smooth 2.5-hour journey, allowing you to relax and enjoy the scenery.
GBP45, 2h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at The Star Inn The City

Located near the river, The Star Inn The City offers locally sourced British dishes with beautiful views, perfect for your first meal in York.
GBP20, 1h

1:30pm

Explore York Minster

Visit the magnificent York Minster, one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in northern Europe, open from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
GBP14, 2h

3:30pm

Walk the City Walls

Enjoy a scenic 2-mile walk on York’s historic city walls to get panoramic views of the city’s landmarks.
Free, 1h

5:00pm

Check-in to hotel

Relax and freshen up at your accommodation in central York.
Variable, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Skosh

Enjoy a modern, small-plate dining experience with inventive British cuisine in a stylish setting, open from 5pm.
GBP35, 1h30m
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Day 2: History and Culture

York, England on June 29, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Brew & Brownie

Start with freshly brewed coffee and homemade pastries at Brew & Brownie, open from 8am.
GBP8, 1h

9:30am

Visit Jorvik Viking Centre

Experience Viking-age York with immersive exhibits and reconstructions, open from 10:00am to 5:00pm.
GBP13, 1h30m

11:30am

Explore York Castle Museum

Discover York's history through engaging displays including a recreated Victorian street, open from 10:00am to 5:00pm.
GBP13.25, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Café No. 8

Relax with light lunch options like sandwiches and salads, located in the city centre and open from 10am.
GBP15, 1h

2:45pm

Walk along The Shambles

Explore this famous medieval street with quaint shops and photo opportunities.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Visit the National Railway Museum

Tour the UK's largest railway museum featuring iconic locomotives and exhibitions, open 10:00am – 6:00pm.
Free entry, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Whippet Inn

Enjoy classic British pub fare with a local craft beer selection, open until 11pm.
GBP25, 1h30m
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Day 3: Morning Tour and Return

York, England on June 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Brew & Brownie

Fuel up with coffee and sweet treats before your journey, open from 8am.
GBP8, 1h

9:00am

Guided Walking Tour of York

Join a 2-hour guided walking tour focusing on York’s Roman and medieval heritage, starting at the city centre.
GBP12, 2h

11:30am

Lunch at Humpit

Enjoy hearty hummus and Middle Eastern-inspired dishes before departure, open till 3pm.
GBP12, 1h

12:30pm

Train from York to Oxford

Depart York Station by train for approximately 2.5-hour journey back to Oxford.
GBP45, 2h30m
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