The Cotswold Tour
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Oxford, England
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- A private tour offers a more personalized experience
- Opportunity to see multiple Cotswold villages in one day
- Private car transport: Avoid the hassle of driving or navigating
- Complimentary bottled water to keep you hydrated
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Entrance to any paid attractions on the tour.
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Operating hours.10:00 am
Itinerary
1
Blockley
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Broad Campden (Pass By)
2
Chipping Campden
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Broadway Tower
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
4
Snowshill
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Broadway
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Longborough (Pass By)
6
Lower Slaughter
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Bourton-on-the-Water
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
8
Stow-on-the-Wold
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Moreton-in-Marsh (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 88 reviews
Brett_R, Jun 2025
We had a terrific day with Johnie - he was absolutely the best. My wife and I wanted to see Stonehenge and the Cotswolds, and Johnie was the perfect guide. We were picked up promptly at our hotel in Oxford, then kept us entertained throughout the trip, and showed us some highlights of his Cotswolds. We had a great day, and I would highly recommend Johnie.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Hello Brett and Colleen,
You were perfect guests and it was a pleasure showing you Stonehenge and my part of The Cotswolds!
All the best, Johnnie.
Jocelyn_H, Apr 2025
I cannot recommend this tour enough! Our guide Johnnie picked us up at our Inn and drove us about this gorgeous country all day with knowledgeable background and anecdotes on each little place. Friendly, accommodating, fun and a wealth of knowledge. Thank you for a fabulous day. Would definitely recommend and hire him again!
Ada_S, Apr 2025
We had the most AMAZING tour with Johnnie and I cannot recommend him and his tour enough! My daughter and I had never done a tour like this and I was nervous about what we were going to talk about with a stranger for 8+ hours. But Johnnie was so easy to talk to and deeply knowledgeable about a tremendous range of topics that the time just flew by. (Hedges! Who knew there was so much to know about hedges?!?) Any and all questions we had, Johnnie was able to expound on with both humor and intelligence. It was an absolute joy to talk about so many things with someone whose years of experience living in the Cotswolds gives him deep knowledge and expertise on the area (and also about England, which was so fun for me as an American Anglophile!).
We also lost count of all the adorable and beautiful storybook cottages Johnnie took us to, many of which would have never been accessible via a big bus or van tour. The views and scenery was the stuff of dreams! Thank you, Johnnie, for making our dreams come true and exceeding all our expectations!
Karina_L, Mar 2025
We are on a dreamy girls trip in November 2024 visiting London and
the Cotswolds. The highlight by far was our tour with Johnnie. He was flexible, friendly, super knowledgeable, and had great recommendations for food. Can't recommend him enough.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you Karina, for such a great review! You and the girls were great fun and it was a pleasure to show you The Cotswolds.
All the best, Johnnie
Brenda_J, Sep 2024
A day touring the Cotswolds with Johnnie is the best because Johnnie is the best. His tour took us all over and we saw everything we wanted to see, plus some. Johnnie took us to many of the off the beaten path places without tour buses and tourists. But that is what we requested. We saw Churches, Church yards, many, many quaint towns and we were very satisfied at the end of the day. He dropped us off for a pub lunch and the food was excellent without all the tourist buses and loads of people. I would very highly recommend a day with Johnnie as the best tour of the Cotswolds. His touring VW is spotless and comfortable for the whole day. And he emailed us at the end of the day with the itinerary of what we saw all day - Wow! Thank you Johnnie for a lovely day.
Mark_D, Aug 2024
Our trip with Johnny was superb
He really took his time to show us unique idyllic locations
His historical depth of knowledge was shared in a very engaging cheery way
Highly recommended
Sue_M, Jul 2024
We had the loveliest day exploring the Cotswolds with Johnnie! He was so knowledgeable. We loved his stories and enjoyed learning all about the history of the area. He took us to so many hidden gems and places off the beaten path that most tourists would miss. We enjoyed a great meal and wandered through the cutest towns where we purchased adorable souvenirs. The Cotswolds were absolutely beautiful and touring them with a local guide was the perfect way to truly experience their charm. This day was a highlight of our entire trip to the UK.
Mike_R, May 2024
Wow! Johnnie does a fantastic job. He is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and focused on his guests’ experience. He catered the time of the tour to us while also giving many off the beaten path stops away from the crowded tourist spots. Do not miss this tour!!!!!
Julie_C, Aug 2025
Nice trick. Our guide, Johnnie, was knowledgeable and driving well. We had a crush on the area!
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