• Bourton-on-the-Water - Starting from our pick-up location on St Giles, we will leave Oxford behind and venture into the picturesque Cotswolds countryside. After an hour’s drive, we arrive at the charming and popular village of Bourton-on-the-Water. Here, lovely Cotswold stone bridges span the clear waters of the River Windrush. This is a must-visit spot in the Cotswolds for many! Enjoy a takeaway coffee as you leisurely walk along the river, shop for souvenirs, or enjoy morning tea in one of the many tea rooms and cafés – if you have time after capturing all those photos!
• Stow-on-the-Wold - After leaving Bourton-on-the-Water, a brief 15-minute drive takes us to the historic market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. Known as the highest town in the Cotswolds, it is said “Stow-on-the-Wold where the wind blows cold” - but don’t let a little breeze deter you! Stow-on-the-Wold is a lively market town rich in history, with delightful independent shops to explore. Be sure to see the famous ‘Tolkien door’ at St. Edward’s Church, rumored to have inspired The Lord of the Rings.
• Stratford-upon-Avon - Leaving Stow, we will travel 45 minutes from the Cotswolds into Warwickshire, to the hometown of the world’s greatest playwright. Initially, we’ll drive around the outskirts of Stratford-upon-Avon to help you get your bearings. Then, we’ll drop you off in the bustling center of the town, where you’ll have about 1 hour 45 minutes of free time to explore at your own pace. A short walk from our drop-off/pick-up point, you’ll find Shakespeare’s Birthplace (entry fee applies, not included), along with numerous cafés, bakeries, shops, and street performers. Don’t miss the lovely Waterside area, where you can admire the swans and canal boats on the River Avon, enjoy a scenic walk, or climb the tower at The Royal Shakespeare Theatre for stunning views (it’s free!).
• Oxford - We will leave Stratford-upon-Avon at around 3.00pm and head back to Oxford. We’ll drop you off at the starting point, near the Ashmolean Museum. The return journey takes 1-1.5 hours, depending on traffic.

• Pickup from central Oxford (St Giles Bus Stop C, outside the Ashmolean Museum) at 9.30am.
• Souvenir booklets with maps, photos and information
• Travel the back roads in a spacious, comfortable, 16-seater Mercedes minibus
• Fun, friendly, local driver-guide to share stories and enhance your day

• Gratuities
• Food and drink - please bring your own, or money for food and drink on the go

Discover two captivating destinations in the beautiful Cotswolds, along with the birthplace of William Shakespeare, on this guided tour departing from Oxford. Experience the charm of Bourton-on-the-Water, celebrated for its picturesque stone bridges and riverside allure, and explore the historic market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, renowned for its distinctive independent shops and the legendary ‘Tolkien Door.’ Spend 1 hour and 45 minutes in Stratford-upon-Avon, where you can delve into Shakespeare’s heritage, from his birthplace to the charming Waterside area. This intimate group tour offers a personalized experience with local guides sharing insights into the area’s vibrant history and culture.

• 7-hour tour starting from Oxford at 09:30 and concluding by 16:30
• Explore iconic sites including Bourton-on-the-Water and Stratford-upon-Avon
• Enjoy 1 hour 45 minutes of leisure time in Stratford-upon-Avon to explore independently
• Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned 16-seat minibus with knowledgeable local guides
• Kindly arrive at the pick up point at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure so we can get everyone checked in and depart right on time!
• Look out for our friendly guide in Go Cotswolds uniform, driving a large white minibus with green and purple Go Cotswolds branding—you won’t miss us!
• If you are arriving in Oxford by train, note that our pick-up point is a 10-15 minute walk from Oxford railway station.
• Uber and similar services are not widely available in Oxford and the Cotswolds, and local taxis can be difficult to book last minute. We strongly recommend booking taxis in advance or using public transport where possible.
• If you’re not at your pick-up point on time (09:30) and we can’t contact you, the tour will depart without you. Make sure we have your correct mobile number with international dial code before your tour.
• After the tour, please plan any onward travel after 16.30.
• We have plenty of secure luggage space on board our vehicles, though please note our guides may not be able to assist with very heavy luggage
• Children aged 3–15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sorry, no children under 3.
• Tours run in all but dangerous weather—please dress appropriately!
• You may wish to visit some local museums during the day. Entry to attractions is entirely optional and at your own additional expense. Examples of attractions you may wish to visit include Bourton-on-the-Water’s Model Village (£4.75 adults/£4.25 seniors/£3.75 children/infants under 3 free), The Cotswold Motoring & Toy Museum in Bourton-on-the-Water (£9.50 adults/£6.50 children 5-16/children under 5 free), Shakespeare’s Birthplace (from £25 adults/£12.50 children), Shakespeare’s Funerary Monument at Holy Trinity Church (£4.50)
• Accessibility: Users of lightweight mobility equipment such as canes, walking frames and foldable manual wheelchairs are welcome on our tours, provided you can climb 3 steps to get on and off our minibus, multiple times during the tour. Lightweight, foldable manual wheelchairs can be stored in the luggage compartment of our minibus. We’re sorry, we cannot accommodate wheelchair users who are unable to get in and out of their chair unassisted, nor can we accommodate any electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters.

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