Top Oxford Car Tours

The Cotswolds' prettiest villages are spread across narrow country lanes that coaches can't reach. This private tour puts in a luxury Mercedes-Benz handles the back roads with ease, delivering you to stops like Bourton-on-the-Water, Bibury, and Stow-on-the-Wold. Your itinerary is designed around your interests, with optional pauses at farm shops and village bakeries.

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.

Dedicate a day to exploring idyllic Cotswold villages through the eyes of a local. Beginning in Blockley village and ending in Moreton-in-Marsh (with eight stops in between), this private tour lets you explore Cotswold landmarks at a pace that suits you while discovering spots larger tour groups miss. See beauty spots like Broadway Tower and Lower Slaughter, as well as cozy pubs and independent shops.

Step into the world of Jeremy Clarkson’s hit TV show with this immersive road trip through the Cotswolds. Visit the iconic Diddly Squat Farm Shop, enjoy a pint at Hawkstone Brewery, and relax at The Farmer’s Dog pub—all set against the backdrop of rolling English countryside. Along the way, explore charming villages, sample local produce, and discover the real-life locations that inspired the show. Perfect for fans and countryside explorers alike!

Walk the halls of one of the world’s oldest and most famous universities on this walking tour of Oxford University. Get a glimpse of student life as you peek inside the famous Bodleian Library and see landmarks like the University Church of St. Mary, Radcliffe Camera, and Trinity College. Learn about the prestigious university’s famous alumni, hear fascinating stories and anecdotes about its history, and see on-campus locations used in the Harry Potter films.

Set sail for a romantic cruise through the heart of Oxford—and pair your sightseeing with a classic afternoon tea—on this unique, two-in-one boat tour. Tuck into English teatime treats such as finger sandwiches and scones with jam and clotted cream as you glide downstream. Following a scenic route along the University Regatta Course, discover Oxford’s greenery and admire views of the University Boat Houses, Christ Church Meadows, and Iffley lock.

Exploring Oxford’s historic streets and colleges can be confusing on foot, especially if you’re short on time. This hop-on hop-off bus tour makes it easy to get around the city while seeing its top sights, with a choice of 24- or 48-hour passes that let you create your own itinerary. Ride past highlights such as University of Oxford colleges (including filming locations from the “Harry Potter™” movies), Oxford Castle, and the Bodleian Library, one of the world’s oldest public libraries.

Escape the busy tourist routes and discover the charm of the Cotswolds with a private, tailor-made tour led by a professional local guide. Travelling in the comfort of a private car, you’ll explore postcard-perfect villages, hidden gems, and scenic spots that large tour groups can’t reach. Create your own itinerary or follow my recommendations, blending famous sights with lesser-known treasures. Enjoy plenty of time to wander honey-stone streets, browse independent shops, or capture stunning landscapes through your lens. As a local photographer, I’ll guide you to the best photo stops. With a flexible schedule and relaxed pace, you'll experience the Cotswolds through the eyes of someone who lives here. Each tour is crafted around your interests—be it history, scenery, local flavours, or a bit of everything. * Hotel pick-up and drop-off is available if you're staying in the Cotswolds. Please ask, I'll do my best.

Follow in the footsteps of famous former residents like J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis—and discover many of Oxford’s top landmarks in just a couple hours—on this introductory walking tour. Meet your group in central Oxford, and set off on foot. You’ll see key attractions like the Bodleian Library and Sheldonian Theatre, will explore the university area, and you will see many of the elegant colleges from the outside. Note: book an afternoon tour to tour inside the colleges (subject to availability).

We are not like other companies that allow other travellers to join. We are a private tour company, and you and your family be the only people in the car during your booking. You’ll get a next-level travel experience, for example, we’ll pick you up from your hotel (within the designed area) for free. We work with our guests and their Needs. You’ll get complete flexibility to do and see things. We use high-end cars for a safe and comfortable experience.

Explore the Northern Cotswolds the way it was meant to be seen... rugged, unhurried, and full of character. All aboard a vintage Series 2A Land Rover. This guided tour takes you beyond the busy tourist spots and into quiet backroads, fantastic viewpoints, and picture postcard hamlets that most visitors miss. With local insight and a vehicle built for the countryside, you’ll enjoy an intimate, relaxed experience that feels more like an adventure than a tour. For a distinctive and unique way to discover the Cotswolds, this is an experience that for sure stands out fro the rest - and is one you are certainly going to remember.

25 miles, 10 beautiful villages and 3 days of moderate walking. This self guided walking tour is perfect for those wanting to experience the charming Cotswolds but are short on time.

Explore the world of ‘The Inklings’—the mid-20th-century writers’ group that included C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien—on this private Oxford walk. Rather than researching locations yourself, let a guide show you where the writers worked and relaxed. Visit Exeter College where Tolkien studied; and see Lewis’ Magdalen College and other sights while learning history and literary tales you’d otherwise miss. A choice of departure times gives you flexibility.

I have personally been touring this enchanting area for over 10 years now. The beauty of a Cotswolds private driving tour is the freedom and flexibility that it gives you on the day. This tour has a set itinerary where I have a recommended route. Here I have combined idyllic hidden villages with the more famous Cotswold towns. This gives you a wonderful overview and experience of what the Cotswolds is all about. You get to see the postcode locations as well as escape the tourist trail and discover hidden gems that only us locals know about. As it is a private tour I am totally flexible as to how long you would like in each place, and are more than happy to adapt the itinerary on the day if you would like. If you want more hidden villages, more market towns or natural beauty then your wish is my command! With that in mind if you have any specific requests in advance or pickup locations then feel free to message me. I will be happy to help.

Visit Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill, in style with this luxury private tour. Travel from Oxford to Blenheim in a chauffeur-driven Rolls Royce or Bentley. Spend the morning or afternoon learning about the site from a former history master and enjoy the included morning coffee or afternoon tea. Entry fees not included.

Our private chauffeur Service focuses on comfort, reliability, and flexible, personalized itineraries that adapt to your plans. Experienced, English‑speaking chauffeurs who know local roads, traffic patterns, and key sights. Discreet, courteous service with help for luggage, families, and elderly travellers. Clean, well‑maintained, air‑conditioned vehicles sized to your group for a relaxed day out. Comfortable seating and smooth driving style so you arrive refreshed, not stressed. Fully customizable routes: choose your own stops, sightseeing, shopping, or meetings on a schedule that suits you. Real‑time flexibility to adjust timings, add photo stops, or change drop‑off within the agreed service area. Coordinated timings to fit around trains, flights, and restaurant or attraction reservations. Direct contact with your chauffeur on the day for any delays, changes, or special requests. Ideal for families, small groups, or business travellers.

The minute we watched "A Discovery of Witches", we fell in love with the characters, the setting, and the story. We already loved Oxford, the city of dreaming spires, and we rushed out to buy the whole trilogy of books in the series. From this, our "A Discovery of Witches"/All Souls Trilogy tour was born. Our "A Discovery of Witches"/ All Souls Trilogy Tour takes the hassle out of discovering the best locations from the hit TV series and the books. Our guide, who is a qualified member of the Oxford Guild of Tour Guides, will show you Matthew and Diana's Oxford and explain how Deborah Harkness created the book series from her experience of visiting Oxford and studying at Keble College. During the tour, we will explain the history of the locations you visit, detail any unique points of interest, and explain how these locations relate to both the books and TV series.

Swap Oxford for a day explore the picturesque countryside gem of The Cotswolds. With a private local guide, you can customize your itinerary to your interests. Wander around scenic villages, and admire traditional architecture, and rolling hills. Highlights can include Stow-on-the-Wold, Burford, Chipping Camden, and lots of scenic viewpoints. Transport not included, though a taxi can be arranged for the day (extra expense).

This charming Cotswolds tour of Downton Abbey locations is the perfect way to see both filming locations from the hit TV series and some of the most beautiful parts of the internationally renowned Cotswolds. Led by one of our highly experienced and very friendly Oxford Guild of Tour Guides guide, they will make your tour a day to remember by revealing a range of stories about the local area, details about the filming of the phenomenally successful series, and hints and tips about how to make the most of your time in the UK.

There is nothing better than spending time in the country. The stunning scenery, including golden fields in the spring, the vibrant rainbow-coloured country gardens in the summer, and the myriad of dark crimsons, yellows, & silvers in the autumn & winter, always take our breath away. Add the gorgeous historic towns & villages made of soft creamy sandstone, many of which regularly top the best places to visit in the Cotswolds & the UK, plus the local wildlife of ducks, geese, bees & even the odd snake, & the fantastic food and you have the perfect refresher to staying in the noisy city. Visiting many of the villages that are annually voted the best places in the Cotswolds, this tour offers you the opportunity to see some of the prettiest parts of Britain with someone who is passionate about the past, loves to eat (and knows the best places to stop for food), and who knows where to take a photo that will make your friends back home jealous of this unique, almost perfect, day out.

Make the most of your time in one of England’s most picturesque regions with a private guide for the day to explore Cotswolds. Visit highlights such as Minster Lovell, Broadway Tower, and towns such as Chipping Camden and Moreton-in-Marsh, or customize the itinerary to your interests, with guidance from your guide. Transport not included, though a taxi can be arranged at your expense.

This tour is perfect for any fan of Downton Abbey as it takes in more of the filming locations than most other day tours. With entry to Cogges Manor Farm and Highclere Castle's house, grounds and Egypt exhibit included in the cost of the tour, as well as Bampton, Swinbrook, and Shilton this is the ultimate one-day Downton Abbey experience. Starting and finishing, Oxford the tour makes it easy for you to explore the world of Downton Abbey as well as the history, and filming experiences of the locations that you will visit. With an expert guide with years of experience in delivering Downton Abbey tours who is also incredibly passionate about the series, all of your questions will be answered by the time you return to your accomodation. While on the tour, you will also learn some behind-the-scenes secrets of how the series was filmed and, if you are lucky, meet some of the people who live in the places Downton Abbey also calls home.