Private tour of the stunning Cotswolds with an expert local guide

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Cotswold cottages — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Private tour of the stunning Cotswolds with an expert local guide, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Come and experience this magnificent full-day, driving and walking tour of the famous Cotswolds with a friendly local guide, in-vehicle refreshments and plenty of incredible photo opportunities along the way.

The Cotswolds is an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ (AONB) known for its stunning countryside, grand manor houses, lively market towns and quaint villages with honey-coloured stone cottages. By booking this tour, you will escape the hassles and time-constraints of accompanying a larger group, gain local insights and be able to fully immerse yourself in the experience.

During this tour, you will:

Be driven in a luxury vehicle with refreshments.

Visit quintessential English countryside locations.

Learn about the history of the places we visit.

Have some free time to explore, or relax.

Stop for photographs in various places along the way.

Eat and drink in a Cotswold pub or restaurant (Optional- not included in tour price).

Please note: we cannot pick up clients from London.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Full Day Tour of the Idyllic Cotswolds with a Local Guide

Ages: Adults (2–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Carbonated beverages: Soda/Pop
Included: Bottled water
Included: Expert guide

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Entrance fee to any attractions

Itinerary

Bibury

one hour

Our first stop is Bibury, “The Prettiest Village in the World.” Here we will visit the iconic, world famous weavers cottages of Arlington Row, walk around the marsh looking out for local animals and shop for souvenirs. We’ll also have fun trying to spot some of the incredible, bright blue trout at Bibury Trout Farm.
Bourton-on-the-Water

1 h 30 min

Our second stop is Bourton on the Water, also known as 'Venice of the Cotswolds' thanks to the stone bridges that cross the River Windrush as it flows through the centre of the village. Here you will have time to browse the boutique shops nestled amongst the quaint streets on both sides of the river and enjoy a tasty lunch in a historic Cotswold inn.

(Please note, the cost of your lunch is not included in the tour price, and lunch itself is completely optional. Please confirm at the point of booking if you would like to include this option)
Lower Slaughter

45 min

Lower Slaughter is known as ‘The Most Idyllic Village in the Cotswolds’ and upon arrival, you will immediately understand why. A beautiful manor house overlooks the village and the Old Mill still has its water wheel spinning in the River Eye. This place is a hidden gem and place that truly feels like a step back in time.
Stow-on-the-Wold

45 min

Visit the famous Tolkien Door, marvel at the huge stained glass West Window in St Edward’s Church and learn about the bloody final battle of the English Civil War, which happened in this now idyllic Cotswold town. Guests will also enjoy some free time to explore here. Shopping? Yes! Afternoon tea? Why not!
Broadway Tower

30 min

If time and traffic allow, we will end our day at Broadway Tower; a fascinating and historic folly designed by Capability Brown and James Wyatt. Enjoy learning about the history of this iconic structure whilst taking in incredible views. Love animals? If we’re lucky, we will get close to the red deer that call this beautiful place home.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Meeting point

If you booked a private tour without pick up from your accommodation, please meet us at Kemble Station, which is directly accessible by train from London Paddington. We advise booking the 8:30am train, arriving at 9:40am. The meeting place is the South Platform Car Park, just outside the station.

End point

If you booked a private tour without pick up from your accommodation, please meet us at Kemble Station, which is directly accessible by train from London Paddington. We advise booking the 8:30am train, arriving at 9:40am. The meeting place is the South Platform Car Park, just outside the station.

Pickup points

Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham By IHG
The Broadway Hotel
The Lygon Arms Hotel
The Fish Hotel
Swindon Blunsdon House Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Buckland Manor
Dormy House Hotel
Foxhill Manor
Friary House Serviced Apartments by Roomsbooked - 24Hr Reception
The Three Horseshoes Asthall
Hatherley Manor Hotel & Spa
Premier Inn Gloucester (Barnwood) hotel

and 165 more pickup points

Important note: we offer pick up from COTSWOLDS ACCOMMODATION ONLY. We are unable to collect guests from London. If you are staying in Bath, we can collect you for a surcharge.

If you have booked a private tour including pick up, simply send us the address of your accommodation in the Cotswolds and we will collect you from that location on the morning of your tour. At the end of your tour we can either return you to your accommodation, or drive you to Kemble train station.

Please note, if you are being picked up from your Cotswolds accommodation, the tour route may need to be adjusted to ensure we are not spending extended periods of time travelling between each planned stop.

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.