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Small-Group Cotswolds Tour (From London)

4.8(3,208)4.8 out of 5, from 3208 reviews·9h 30m·Shared tour
What you pay forEach travellerEvery traveller pays the same fare.
Group sizeUp to 6Per booking.
Minimum age7 yearsadult 7–100

Will this work for your group?

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  • All 5 of you can be booked together.
  • Your youngest is 8; the minimum age is 7.
  • 5 full fares

About this experience

Join this small-group day tour to the Cotswolds from London, and explore the highlights of the beautiful English countryside. Travel in a minibus in small, friendly groups as your Driver-Guide explains the history of the region and tells you the local stories. Along the way you'll meander along country lanes, see remote countryside and visit the most charming villages in the region. • Explore the highlights of the Cotswolds in one day • Get off the beaten path and travel along the narrow country lanes • Visit a mix of charming villages, historic towns and beautiful countryside • Small groups with a maximum of 16 passengers

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What you actually do

You get out at all 4 stops.

  1. 1

    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’.

    You get out here60 min

  2. 2

    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.

    You get out here40 min

  3. 3

    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'.

    You get out here90 min

  4. 4

    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…

    You get out here50 min

Where the day happens

4 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

The advertised price does not cover lunch, gratuities — budget for those separately.

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Other
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.

Good to know (6)
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children under the age of seven are not permitted to travel
  • Operating Hours: 9:00 - 18:00
Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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