Secret Cotswolds Private Tour from Oxford

5.0 (7 reviews) Oxford, England
Duration7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

I have personally been touring this enchanting area for over 10 years now. The beauty of a Cotswolds private driving tour is the freedom and flexibility that it gives you on the day. This tour has a set itinerary where I have a recommended route. Here I have combined idyllic hidden villages with the more famous Cotswold towns. This gives you a wonderful overview and experience of what the Cotswolds is all about. You get to see the postcode locations as well as escape the tourist trail and discover hidden gems that only us locals know about.

As it is a private tour I am totally flexible as to how long you would like in each place, and are more than happy to adapt the itinerary on the day if you would like.

If you want more hidden villages, more market towns or natural beauty then your wish is my command!

With that in mind if you have any specific requests in advance or pickup locations then feel free to message me. I will be happy to help.

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Secret Cotswolds Private Tour from Oxford

Pickup included

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Full control over itinerary and route
  • Knowledgable and passionate driver-guide
  • Pick up/drop off within the North Cotswolds including Oxford & Stratford-upon-Avon
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • A seven hour tour of the Cotswolds
  • Food or refreshments
  • Gratuities.

What to expect

  1. Great Tew
    30m
    A truly hidden gem. A fairy-tale village of thatched cottages and beautiful landscapes that is away from the tourists. The home of several famous characters and was to be the future home of royalty.
  2. Stow-on-the-Wold
    1h
    Steeped in history and built by the Normans. The centre of the wool trade in the Cotswolds. Here you'll have time to browse among honey-coloured buildings, cosy pubs, narrow streets, interesting shops and tiny tea rooms. Also known for its antiques.
  3. Lower Slaughter
    30m
    Voted England's most romantic village and set in the most amazing countryside. With a charming river flowing through a 1000 year old flour mill. Still in operation today! Larger vehicles are not allowed into this village.
  4. Bourton-on-the-Water
    1h 30m
    Known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' there is plenty to see and do with a wealth of attractions, shops, restaurants and tea rooms. Here you have free time to explore and enjoy some lunch.
  5. Burford
    30m
    Burford’s famous High Street sweeps downhill towards the River Windrush, with an unbroken line of ancient houses and shops, as well as a medieval bridge and an impressive 900 year old church.
  6. Swinbrook
    30m
    Traveling along the stunning Windrush Valley visiting hidden villages including Swinbrook. One of the most secluded villages and home of the notorious Mitford Sisters.
  7. Minster Lovell Hall & Dovecote
    30m
    A real highlight of the tour which boasts plenty of Cotswold stone and thatched roofs, as well as holding the title of being the region's most haunted village. Minster Lovell is perhaps best known for the ruins of its 15th century hall, owned by generations of the Lovell family. A true hidden gem!

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

I can collect you from anywhere in the North Cotswolds or Oxford area for free. There is also a pickup option from London for an extra £250. A cheaper and faster way would be to take the train from London Paddington to Oxford station or London Marylebone to Oxford Parkway station. These take between 50-60 min train ride and are direct.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 5 years
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Near public transportation
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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