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Discover the Secrets of the Cotswolds Private Tour Experience

4.9 (37 reviews) 4–5 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Discover the Secrets of the Cotswolds Private Tour Experience

About this activity

Private Cotswolds Village Tour by Executive Estate Car

Experience the timeless charm of the Cotswolds in comfort and style on a flexible, 4-5 hour private tour. Designed for up to 4 guests, this experience lets you discover picturesque 1,000-year-old villages, scenic landscapes, and local countryside life at a relaxed pace with a friendly local host.

Vehicle & Group Size

Executive Comfort: Tours are conducted in a comfortable, executive-class station wagon—ideal for navigating narrow Cotswolds lanes and accessing village spots where minibuses cannot park.

What to Expect & Itinerary

Duration & Route: Approx. 4-5 hours visiting up to 6 iconic stops and hidden gems.

Tour Style: This is a scenic countryside experience focusing on daily local life, picturesque architecture, and gentle exploration—not an intensive historical lecture. You’ll receive helpful local background from your host, combined with free time to explore on your own.

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At a glance

Duration
4–5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–4
Guide
English, Turkish
Operated by
Caglar Canbay

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

  • Not included: Dinner
  • Not included: Breakfast

Itinerary

  1. Bourton-on-the-Water

    45 min

    You will explore the Cotswolds riverside tourist town of Bourton. I will give you free time to explore or for your lunch.

  2. Broadway Tower

    45 min Admission not included

    Located at the highest point in the Cotswolds, this tower was built in 1797 by James Wyatt for Lady Coventry.

  3. Stow-on-the-Wold

    30 min

    We will tour the famous door that inspired the "Doors of Durin" door in Tolkien's Lord of the Rings book.

  4. Chipping Campden

    30 min

    We will explore the Chipping Campden village

  5. Snowshill

    30 min

    We will continue the photo shoot tour in this awesome Cotswolds village.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Bourton Village

End point

  • Bourton Village

Pickup points

  • Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham By IHG
  • The Broadway Hotel
  • The Lygon Arms Hotel
  • The White Bear Inn
  • The Fish Hotel
  • Buckland Manor
  • Dormy House Hotel
  • The George Townhouse
  • Foxhill Manor
  • Friary House Serviced Apartments by Roomsbooked - 24Hr Reception
  • The Three Horseshoes Asthall
  • Three Ways House Hotel

and 130 more pickup points

We offer flexible pickup from any hotel or location within our designated Cotswolds service area. Our most popular pickup locations include Moreton-in-Marsh, Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Broadway, Chipping Campden, and Cheltenham.

If you are staying in a nearby town, village, or hotel outside these main hubs, feel free to request a pickup when booking. Should your requested location be inaccessible due to road closures, or safety restrictions, your driver will contact you in advance to arrange a convenient alternative spot.

The tour is conducted in an executive-class private station wagon with a total capacity of 5 occupants, including the driver.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • Discover the Secrets of the Cotswolds Private Tour Experience

    Pickup included

  • With Professional Photographer

    Photography Shoot: Photoshoot of you or your family during trip by professional photographer

    Duration: 4 hours

    Pickup included

  • 6 hrs Tour (Extra 2 hrs)

    Additional up to 3 villages: You'll have the chance to visit 1, 2 or 3 extra villages, depending on how you manage your time.

    Duration: 6 hours

    Executive Class Estate

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

4.9 out of 5 · 37 reviews
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