Oxford Cotswolds Scenic Small Group Tour

Experience the beauty of the Cotswolds with its idyllic English villages on this seven-hour small group tour. This is perfect for anyone who wants to see the Cotswolds from either London Paddington or Oxford. Starting and finishing at Oxford train station the tour covers many of the main spots in the Cotswolds, while combining them with hidden gems that only the locals usually get to enjoy. You’ll be looked after by our local knowledgeable driver-guide and travel in one of our comfortable vehicles that can hold up to eight guests. 

Meeting Point

Oxford Railway Station

Oxford Station, Park End St, Oxford OX1 1HS, UK

Your guide will meet you outside the front of Oxford Railway Station at the top of the stairs. They will be holding a green sign saying Undiscovered Cotswolds
Oxford can be easily reached by train from London's Paddington and Marylebone railway stations.

What's included:

• Knowledgeable, local driver-guide
• Transport by modern, comfortable air-conditioned minivan
• Small-group tour of the Cotswolds

Not included:

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect:

Duration: 7 hours

Oxford

Oxford

We meet outside Oxford train station at 10am

5 minutes

Wilkinson Hall Limited

Crimea Office, Great Tew Estate, Great Tew, Chipping Norton OX7 4AH, UK

A fairy-tale village of thatched cottages and beautiful landscapes that is away from the tourists. The home of several famous characters and the future home of royalty.

30 minutes

Stow-on-the-Wold Market Square

Stow-on-the-Wold

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.

1 hour

Lower Slaughter Museum

14 Mill Ln, Lower Slaughter, Cheltenham GL54 2HX, UK

Our next stop is the picturesque village of Lower Slaughter, one of the most romantic villages in the Northern Cotswolds and set in the most amazing countryside. Larger vehicles are not allowed into this village.

30 minutes

Bourton on the Water

High St, Bourton-on-the-Water, GL54 2AP

Our next stop is arguably the most famous Cotswolds town and regularly voted one of the prettiest villages in England; Bourton-on-the-Water. 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.

1 hour, 15 minutes

Burford Library

Burford Library 86A High Street, Burford, OX18 4QF

On route we go through some enchanting Cotswold villages to the town of Burford, often called the 'Gateway to the Cotswolds'. A very iconic town and home to one of the most beautiful and ancient churches in the region. Stories aplenty!

15 minutes

St Mary's Church

Swinbrook

Travelling along the stunning Windrush Valley visiting hidden villages including Swinbrook. One of the most secluded villages and home of the notorious Mitford Sisters.

15 minutes

Minster Lovell Hall & Dovecote

Minster Road, Minster Lovell

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!

30 minutes