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Small-Group Cotswolds Tour: Explore Secluded English Countryside from London
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Greater London
Discover the hidden gems of the Cotswolds on a small-group tour from London. Explore charming villages, historic towns, and breathtaking countryside in a friendly and intimate setting.
Discover the hidden gems of the Cotswolds on a small-group tour from London. Explore charming villages, historic towns, and breathtaking countryside in a friendly and intimate setting.
Duration:
9 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Burford - The day begins by departing London and travelling towards the quintessentially English countryside of The Cotswolds; an area that is famous for its beautiful landscape, charming villages and honey-coloured stone cottages. Our first stop will be the traditional town of Burford; known as the ‘Gateway to the Cotswolds’. This is a historic…
- Burford - The day begins by departing London and travelling towards the quintessentially English countryside of The Cotswolds; an area that is famous for its beautiful landscape, charming villages and honey-coloured stone cottages. Our first stop will be the traditional town of Burford; known as the ‘Gateway to the Cotswolds’. This is a historic place where many houses date back nearly 600 years and little has changed for centuries. During the visit there will be time to explore Burford, visit the magnificent church and stroll along the high street to visit a mix of independent family-run shops.
- Bibury - The village of Bibury is often described as the ‘prettiest village in England’. It’s charming scene is a snapshot of traditional English country life. Wander along the gentle river and see the iconic Arlington Row; a set of weavers cottages that are now one of the symbols of the Cotswolds.
- Bourton-on-the-Water - Our lunch stop is the charming settlement of Bourton-on-the-Water. The town’s river setting has seen it become known as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’.
- Stow-on-the-Wold - We’ll continue through the countryside to Stow-on-the-Wold, the highest town in the Cotswolds that is a jumble of ancient inns & antique shops located around the bustling market square. This historic town was a place of inspiration for JRR Tolkien and is also where the last battle of the English Civil War took place in 1646.
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Driver-Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Driver-Guide
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Embark on a day trip from London to the Cotswolds with a small group, uncovering the jewels of the classic English countryside. A minibus will transport you and your fellow travelers while your driver and guide shares the rich history and local tales of the region. You’ll journey through secluded countryside, along rural roads, and stop at some of the…
Embark on a day trip from London to the Cotswolds with a small group, uncovering the jewels of the classic English countryside. A minibus will transport you and your fellow travelers while your driver and guide shares the rich history and local tales of the region. You’ll journey through secluded countryside, along rural roads, and stop at some of the most idyllic villages.
• Uncover the best of the Cotswolds in a single day
• Steer clear of the tourist routes and cruise along narrow rural roads
• Experience a variety of captivating villages, historic towns, and stunning landscapes
• Enjoy intimate travel with groups capped at 16 individuals
- Children under the age of seven are not permitted to travel
- Operating Hours: 9:00 - 18:00
Location
Urban Baristas
Harrington Road
The meeting point is Urban Baristas coffee shop, near South Kensington station. Guests are welcome to use the coffee shop facilities.
The tour departs by 8.25am, but please arrive to check-in by 8.15am.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
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Shinichirou2022
Mar 26, 2025
Small-Group Cotswolds Tour - It was a great experience.
I felt like I was in a picture book. Our guide, Ash-san, was kind and perfect.
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Slotraveler8972
Mar 26, 2025
A wonderful day in the Cotswolds - Our tour guide, Christian, made our day very enjoyable. He was an excellent driver, knowledgeable historian, and an all around kind guide! We had plenty of time in each village. I enjoyed each village; I enjoyed the quaintness of Burford and the lunch spots at Bourton-on-the-Water! So much to see all day long!
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Deborah_r
Mar 26, 2025
Great time! - Our tour guide, David, was very knowledgeable and entertaining. The villages we visited were beautiful.
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Adriano_n
Mar 26, 2025
Nice trip to Costwolds ! Kindly , helpful and friendly tour guide ! - We’ve really appreciated this trip ! Costwolds is a gorgeous place to visit ! Our guide Len is a kindly, helpful, so polite and funny as well! I did an awesome trip! I’d highly recommended it ! Thank you so much!
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455lorneh
Mar 25, 2025
A must!!! - The entire trip was wonderful! Highlight of our trip to London. Beautiful countryside, straight out of a fairy tale. Our guide Ash was amazing! Fun, funny, knowledgeable, kind/helpful and a great driver on those tiny country roads. Would highly recommend to any and all. Worth spending your day. Our 17 yr old loved it as much as we did. We would not change a thing. Great job Ash and company!!! :)
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Maurice
Mar 25, 2025
Charming towns. comfortable trip - Ash, or tour driver/guide was extraordinary. informed, charismatic and witty. Had a blast.
flawless visit to four really wonderful villages.
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Roving724930
Mar 25, 2025
Amazing natural beauty and history - James was lovely and knowledgeable and fun. He took extra time to create maps and a playlist for us as we drove through the exquisite Cotswold countryside. I would definitely recommend this trip.
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Davidmr5724zg
Mar 25, 2025
Great day trip - Excellent trip to a beautiful spot ! Chris S was excellent and accommodating ! The cottswalds are a must see for London visits .
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Lbmlongisland
Mar 26, 2025
Lovely Day in the Cotswolds - After hearing numerous times that the Cotswolds is an 800 square mile area and cannot be done in one day, we decided to try it anyway because we only had one day. Liam was our guide and he was fantastic. So informative and funny. While the drive was long, I felt it was very relaxing after having a few nonstop days seeing the sights of London. The main negative is that the tour is very cookie cutter. Everywhere we went was a major tourist destination. There was nothing unique or special offered. (I would have loved a stop at a sheep farm - several of which we passed - even if it was just for a few min to take pictures) I have no regrets about doing it and I was glad to get to have this small taste of the Cotswolds, but manage expectations if you choose it.
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Naina_s
Mar 25, 2025
Do not recommended - I had a very bad experience. Please do not book this trip.
The moment I booked the trip, I sent a message to the operator asking if it was okay to travel with a baby and if there were any specific requirements, like a car seat or anything else. However, I received no response from them.
When I arrived at the pickup location, they denied boarding us because of the baby. I told them that I had messaged them earlier and asked why they hadn’t replied. They simply said, “It’s our choice.” I told them that if they had responded earlier, I would have canceled the trip in the first place. They replied that it didn’t matter to them.
They refused to let us board with the baby and didn’t even refund my money. When I asked for a refund because they had ignored my message, they said, “Replying to messages is our choice. We can choose whether to respond or not, but we will not refund your money. Do whatever you want.”
Very bad behavior and extremely unprofessional. They treated us terribly. I do not recommend this service at all.
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