Embark on a full-day small-group tour from Oxford to explore the picturesque Cotswolds villages. Discover hidden gems and local favorites while enjoying the idyllic English beauty of the region.
Embark on a full-day small-group tour from Oxford to explore the picturesque Cotswolds villages. Discover hidden gems and local favorites while enjoying the idyllic English beauty of the region.
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Oxford - The driver guide will meet guests at the pick-up area outside the front of Oxford Railway Station at 10 am. As waiting is not permitted in the pick-up area, the guide will arrive 5 minutes before the tour begins, standing with the Mercedes minibus and holding a green sign that reads “Undiscovered Cotswolds.”
The pick-up area is located…
- Oxford - The driver guide will meet guests at the pick-up area outside the front of Oxford Railway Station at 10 am. As waiting is not permitted in the pick-up area, the guide will arrive 5 minutes before the tour begins, standing with the Mercedes minibus and holding a green sign that reads “Undiscovered Cotswolds.”
The pick-up area is located directly in front of the train station, just beyond the bus stops and near the bronze bull statue.
- Minster Lovell Hall & Dovecote - A true highlight of the tour, featuring abundant Cotswold stone and thatched roofs, and known as the region’s most haunted village. Minster Lovell is renowned for the ruins of its 15th-century hall, owned by the Lovell family for generations. A genuine hidden treasure!
- Burford - On the way, the tour passes through charming Cotswold villages to reach the town of Burford, often referred to as the ‘Gateway to the Cotswolds.’ This iconic town is home to one of the region’s most beautiful and ancient churches, with many stories to tell!
- Bourton on the Water - The next stop is Bourton-on-the-Water, arguably the most famous Cotswolds town and frequently voted one of England’s prettiest villages. Known as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds,’ it offers a wealth of attractions, shops, restaurants, and tea rooms. Guests have free time here to explore and enjoy lunch.
- Lower Slaughter - The tour continues to the picturesque village of Lower Slaughter, one of the most romantic villages in the Northern Cotswolds, set in stunning countryside. Larger vehicles are not permitted, making this the only small group tour with access.
- Stow-on-the-Wold Market Square - Once the center of the wool trade in the Cotswolds, this area offers time to explore honey-colored buildings, cozy pubs, narrow streets, intriguing shops, and quaint tea rooms.
- Great Tew - A fairy-tale village with thatched cottages and beautiful landscapes, away from the tourist crowds. It is home to several famous figures.
- Oxford - The tour concludes with a 40-minute drive back to Oxford, where the driver guide will drop guests off at Oxford railway station.

- Knowledgeable, local driver-guide
- Transport by modern, comfortable air-conditioned minivan
- Small-group tour of the Cotswolds
- Knowledgeable, local driver-guide
- Transport by modern, comfortable air-conditioned minivan
- Small-group tour of the Cotswolds
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Discover the charm of the Cotswolds with its picturesque English villages on this seven-hour small group tour. Ideal for those wishing to explore the Cotswolds from either London Paddington or Oxford, the tour begins and ends at Oxford train station. It includes visits to many of the Cotswolds’ main attractions, along with hidden treasures typically…
Discover the charm of the Cotswolds with its picturesque English villages on this seven-hour small group tour. Ideal for those wishing to explore the Cotswolds from either London Paddington or Oxford, the tour begins and ends at Oxford train station. It includes visits to many of the Cotswolds’ main attractions, along with hidden treasures typically enjoyed only by locals. Guests will be guided by our experienced local driver-guide and travel in one of our comfortable vehicles, accommodating up to seven passengers. As the smallest small group tour available, we have exclusive access to villages that other Cotswolds small group tour companies cannot visit.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.