Magna Carta's Harry Potter Cruise Will Visit UK Filming Locations and More
Alyson Wyers — January 29, 2018 — World
References: bargeladycruises & geek
Cruise vacations often attract families, seniors and specific age groups, but there are also many options catering to different interests -- including this Harry Potter cruise set to sail this summer.
The week-long UK-based Harry Potter river tours will take place in August and September. The eight-passenger Magna Carta barge will visit both settings inspired by the world JK Rowling created as well as the sites that inspired her. This includes many filming locations around London, such as Christ Church College at Oxford University, Picket Post Close and Virginia Water. People on the Harry Potter cruise will also have a chance to visit Warner Bros Studios. Barge amenities include a hot tub, mountain bikes, TVs and DVD players and limited Wifi availability.
Magna Carta also offers a Downton Abbey-themed cruise.
The week-long UK-based Harry Potter river tours will take place in August and September. The eight-passenger Magna Carta barge will visit both settings inspired by the world JK Rowling created as well as the sites that inspired her. This includes many filming locations around London, such as Christ Church College at Oxford University, Picket Post Close and Virginia Water. People on the Harry Potter cruise will also have a chance to visit Warner Bros Studios. Barge amenities include a hot tub, mountain bikes, TVs and DVD players and limited Wifi availability.
Magna Carta also offers a Downton Abbey-themed cruise.
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