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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.

Private tour of the stunning Cotswolds with an expert local guide

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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cotswolds drive premium private tour in mercedes benz

Private Cotswolds Day Tour: Small-Group Luxury in a Mercedes

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Cotswolds Village Private Car Tour and Photoshoot

With narrow, often busy country lanes, complex geography, and limited parking, the Cotswolds can be challenging to explore independently. Leave route planning, navigating, and parking to your personal driver-guide on this flexible private tour that hits all the highlights direct from your door. Upgrade to add a professional photographer who can capture your group amid the beauty and create memories that can last a lifetime.

Discover the Secrets of the Cotswolds Private Tour Experience

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Coln Winson

Experience England’s Cotswolds on a private tour that whisks you around its highlights so you don’t have to worry about itineraries or transport. Avoid the inconveniences of a DIY or large-group trip, and relax on a chauffeur-driven tour of the must-see towns and villages. See the riverbank houses of Bourton-on-the-Water, and admire honey-stoned Broadway and other gems; all with a driver-guide for personalized service plus flexible pickup and drop-off options.

Cotswolds Private Day Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Pivate Tour of The Cotswolds and Clarksons Farm

Private tours beneift from a more individual approach to touring. Access to your tour guide for the entire day. A flexible schedule that can be change on the day should you wish. A hands on and personal approach to touring. Visit Clarkson Farm & The Cotswolds, all in a single day. The complete day taken care of, picked up and dropped off at your hotel. Learn and enjoy the history of these two fascinating destinations.

Pivate Tour of The Cotswolds and Clarksons Farm

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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The historic University of Oxford, exploring 900 years of academic excellence.

Discover the historic university city of Oxford and the breathtaking villages of the Cotswolds on this full-day private tour from Bath. Travel in comfort with hotel pickup and your own expert guide for the entire day. Avoid crowded coach tours and explore at your own pace with a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests. Walk through 900 years of academic history at the world-famous University of Oxford. Visit iconic colleges, medieval streets, and filming locations from Harry Potter. Then journey into the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, known for honey-colored stone cottages, charming market towns, and traditional English pubs. This private experience combines culture, history, countryside beauty, and authentic local storytelling, all in one unforgettable day. ✔ 100% Private tour ✔ Flexible schedule ✔ Hotel pickup & drop-off ✔ Traditional pub lunch stop ✔ Personal expert guide Experience two of England’s most beautiful destinations in one seamless day.

Private Tour of Oxford and The Cotswolds

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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The Bibury Self-Guided Tour: A Thousand Years of Village Life

Bibury’s story goes back over a millennium, from Saxon gift to anime stardom, yet it remains the quintessential English village. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll uncover how time and generations of Biburians have shaped one of the Cotswolds’ most photographed destinations, and how some are said to still haunt the village. The tour starts at Bibury Trout Farm, where natural springs have sustained life since Roman times. You’ll wind through the neighbouring settlements of Bibury and Arlington to explore the history and legends of this charming village. We’ll meet famous visitors and residents, explore the buildings, stories, and scandals, and hear how Biburians have lived, worked, and played over the centuries. Along the way, from Roman factory to Georgian grandeur, you’ll see how each building tells part of an ongoing story, helping you understand why this village continues to capture imaginations while maintaining its authentic character as a living community.

The Bibury Self-Guided Tour: A Thousand Years of Village Life

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Cotswolds cycle tour

Cotswolds Electric Bike One Day Private Tour starts near Oxford

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Self Guided Walk from Tewkesbury Abbey to Victoria Gardens

Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Tewkesbury. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll Gallivant with tour producer Owen Bowles through the tiny Tudor town that was once home to 101 pubs. On this tour, I’ll tell you how the industrial revolution by-passed the town, leaving us with over 350 listed buildings of special architectural and historical interest today, many of them timber-framed Tudor houses. You’ll learn why Tewkesbury once was home to 101 pubs. Hear the fate of the Lancastrian lords who claimed sanctuary in the abbey after the Battle of Tewkesbury and learn about the turbulent religious history of England and how it ties into this lovely little medieval town. You'll also discover where you can find the largest number of exquisitely decorated medieval tombs outside of London, and why Tewkesbury Abbey has been described as ‘the Westminster Abbey of the Feudal Baronage.' Also, find out how the town’s mustard balls became nationally famous!

Self Guided Walk from Tewkesbury Abbey to Victoria Gardens

1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

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Blenheim nature spotting bike tour

This activity is aimed at anyone who loves being outdoors and to see nature but in addition, Woodstock is a lovely historic town which is a real pleasure to walk around or cycle around to admire its great buildings. The tour of course will also include views towards Blenheim palace, which is one of Britain's most famous palaces and where Winston Churchill was born. Note- we cannot guide you inside Blenheim palace but if you wish to book self guided entry tickets to visit inside the palace, I can assist you with that. We use high end Bosch motor electric bicycles which means that participants must legally be aged 14 to ride them. This tour activity is available for private groups of 1-6 persons and at least 1 day advance notice is usually required. The seasonal dates which we operate, will vary from year to year, based on weather but generally we offer this activity from late April until October. If you don't see availability for your preferred date, just contact us anyway.

Blenheim and Woodstock Ebike Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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How Ancient Gloucester Helped Change the World Audio Guided Tour

Discover Gloucester’s remarkable past on this self-guided walking tour, tracing the city’s journey from Roman origins to medieval triumphs and beyond. Begin at the Cross, the heart of Roman Gloucester, and explore key landmarks like the Crypt School, Blackfriars Priory, and the Cathedral Quarter. Along the way, hear stories of Viking raids, civil war sieges, and Gloucester’s role in shaping British history. You’ll walk in the footsteps of literary legends and historical figures like Dick Whittington and Aethelflaed. This 120-minute tour offers a deep dive into Gloucester’s resilience, religious upheaval, and the iconic locations that make the city a living testament to over 2,000 years of history.

How Ancient Gloucester Helped Change the World Audio Guided Tour

2 hours to 2 hours 20 minutesFree Cancellation

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Bibury: Audio Tour of England's Picturesque Village

Behind Bibury’s picturesque stone cottages are hidden histories and fascinating tales waiting to be told. On this self-guided audio tour through the village’s ancient streets, you’ll find traces of the Celtic tribes, Roman settlers, medieval weavers, and even Japanese royalty who have left their mark. Starting and ending in the car park near Bibury Trout Farm, you’ll make your way through the village. You’ll wander past iconic landmarks like Arlington Row – the weavers’ cottages from the 1300s that Henry Ford tried (and failed) to relocate to America. You’ll see St Mary’s Church with its Norman architecture and mysterious sundials, and learn why Emperor Hirohito called his visit to this village “one of the happiest periods” of his life. Along the way, you’ll hear stories passed down through generations.

Bibury: Audio Tour of England's Picturesque Village

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Cotswolds Private Day Tour

Sarah_M, Oct 2026

A Wonderful Cotswolds Experience!

We had an absolutely wonderful experience exploring the Cotswolds with Nick! Having been born and raised in the area, his local knowledge and insights were truly invaluable. What made the experience particularly special was his ability to take us beyond the usual tourist spots and show us some beautiful hidden gems we would never have discovered on our own. He was incredibly accommodating, thoughtfully tailoring the itinerary to our interests and making the entire day feel relaxed and personal. Beyond being an excellent guide, Nick was genuinely lovely company and an absolute pleasure to spend the day with. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone visiting the Cotswolds!

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Private Cotswolds Day Tour: Small-Group Luxury in a Mercedes

Angelique_K, Oct 2026

Unforgettable Cotswolds experience with an exceptional guide! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

My adult daughter and I booked this 6-hour private tour and had the most amazing experience from start to finish. The hotel pickup was incredibly convenient and made the day completely stress free. Our driver, Christian, was absolutely fantastic. He was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing the deep history and meaning behind the places we visited and the events that shaped them. We loved that the itinerary was the perfect mix of famous landmarks and hidden gems completely off the tourist track. Christian was also very accommodating, letting us stop for photos whenever we wanted. If you want a personalised, insightful, and memorable tour of the Cotswolds, we cannot recommend Christian and this tour enough!

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Private tour of the stunning Cotswolds with an expert local guide

Caitlin_P, Oct 2026

Nate was great!

Our guide Nathan was extremely knowledgeable and funny. He gave us an inside view of the entire area and knew a ton about the history of the area, as well as present day culture. We had a blast touring around the Cotswolds. Having a private tour made it such a relaxing experience - we had heard of how hectic it can be touring the area and finding parking but Nathan made it a seamless experience.

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Discover the Secrets of the Cotswolds Private Tour Experience

Madeline_T, Aug 2026

Amazing drive of the best locations!!!

Calger was very flexible with our schedule. E was knowledgeable, friendly and a great driver!!! We stopped for Sunday roast at the old New Inn because Kingsbridge did not offer a Sunday roast till 5 PM. We were pleasantly surprised as the roast was fantastic.!!!

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