Departing Oxford at 9am we start the day off visiting Burford, often called the Gateway to the Cotswolds. A very iconic town and home to one of the most beautiful and ancient churches in the region. Stories aplenty!From Burford your route takes you through some enchanting Cotswold villages to Bourton-on-the-Water, which is known as the Venice of the Cotswolds and is arguably the most famous Cotswolds town. Its regularly voted one of the prettiest villages in England.Our next stop is the picturesque village of Lower Slaughter, one of the most romantic villages in the Northern Cotswolds and set in the most amazing countryside. From Lower Slaughter we then continue on to Stow-on-the-Wold, the highest town in the Cotswolds. Here you will have time to browse among honey-coloured buildings, cosy pubs, narrow streets, interesting shops and tiny tea rooms. We will also enjoy lunch in one of the many pubs and tea rooms.
After lunch we travel to Blenheim Palace where we will spend 2 hours exploring the history and natural beautiful of Blenheim Palace, before we drive you back to your starting point.
Cotswolds And Blenheim Palace Private Day Tour From Oxford
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Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 8 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
10:00 AM
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Return Details :
Returns to original departure point
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
On this tour we will explore key highlights of the Cotswolds, as well as some small hidden villages. We then finish off by taking a nice relaxing stroll around Blenheim palace, before we drive you Home.
You have complete flexibility so that you get to see the sights which interest you the most. We have a recommended route but the itinerary is totally flexible so if you would prefer to spend longer in a place you like or add an attraction which interests you then we can accommodate you.
This tour is run by two locals who have lived here for a long time and are very passionate about what the area has to offer.
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Itinerary:
Departing Oxford at 9am we start the day off visiting Burford, often called the ‘Gateway to the Cotswolds’. A very iconic town and home to one of the most beautiful and ancient churches in the region. Stories aplenty! From Burford your route takes you through some enchanting Cotswold villages to Bourton-on-the-Water, which is known as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’ and is arguably the most famous Cotswolds town. It’s regularly voted one of the prettiest villages in England. Our next stop is the picturesque village of Lower Slaughter, one of the most romantic villages in the Northern Cotswolds and set in the most amazing countryside. From Lower Slaughter we then continue on to Stow-on-the-Wold, the highest town in the Cotswolds. Here you will have time to browse among honey-coloured buildings, cosy pubs, narrow streets, interesting shops and tiny tea rooms. We will also enjoy lunch in one of the many pubs and tea rooms.
After lunch we travel to Blenheim Palace where we will spend 2 hours exploring the history and natural beautiful of Blenheim Palace, before we drive you back to your starting point.
Inclusions
- Full control over the itinerary and route
- A modern comfortable air conditioned vehicle
- Pick up/drop off within the North Cotswolds including Oxford & Stratford-upon-Avon
- Knowledgeable local driver-guide
- An eight hour tour
Exclusions
- Food or refreshments
- Pick up outside the North Cotswolds
- Gratuities
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 5 years
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Traveler Reviews
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We had a great day out with Ian as our tour guide. It was a nice mix of walking and exploring while covering many sites of interest. I highly recommend booking with Ian and enjoying this lovely part of the UK!
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Flexible collection & drop-off points was greatly appreciated. Our tour guide Ian is very and knowledgeable, we personalised our tour by spending some time in Oxford after Blenheim Palace. Amazing history and breathtaking scenery, will definitely visit Cotswolds again to visit other villages that we missed out. Highly recommend tour as you won’t be disappointed.
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Ian Mowbray-Williams was the most amazing guide After picking our family up at our hotel he took us to little hidden gems, stopped for priceless family photographs and was the highlight of our 18 day trip! He truly listened and conformed this day to our specific desires. We would highly recommend this tour and most especially this guide !
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We had a private tour through the Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace with Ian. Our family enjoyed Ian's firsthand knowledge and fun stories as we toured the villages. Everything about the trip is coordinated by Ian and he makes the experience so enjoyable. He knew exactly how to plan our trip with ages ranging from 14 to 72. We all highly recommend this tour and the Blenheim Palace and grounds were a wonderful stop in addition to the quaint and beautiful Cotswold villages.
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Graham gave a spectacular tour. He was prompt, polite, professional, funny and had plenty of stories to tell. He was absolutely perfect. It felt like a tour led by family.
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My wife, daughter, and I really enjoyed our private tour of the Cotswolds and Blenheim with Graham as our guide. I felt like we were just a group of friends on holiday for the day; it was very casual. Graham did a nice job of getting to know us and what we liked to see, and tailored the tour for us on the fly. I've been to this area before, and it's mostly very crowded with tourists, especially in the summer. I was so impressed with how Graham was able to take us to quiet, out of the way villages where we could really experience the atmosphere of the area. He also took us to a nice restaurant where we had perhaps our best meal of the trip. We had a terrific day, and I highly recommend Undiscovered Cotswolds.
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My friend and I did this tour at the suggestion of our travel agent, and she really found us a gem. The guide was helpful, friendly, and funny, and was in excellent communication with us ahead of time to make sure that we did exactly the tour we wanted. I have friends who live in the area, and they suggested some sights - our Hidden Cotswolds guide not only took those suggestions into account, but also steered us away from areas we'd asked to see that were very "touristy" and towards some quieter and utterly charming areas. One of the nicest things about the tour was the pacing. We were able to spend most of the day doing the tour, and our guide gave us all the time we wanted to eat (he had good recommendations, too) and to shop, even if it meant he spent a fair amount of time meandering the streets while we oohed and aahed over cute things in windows. Perhaps the best part of the tours, next to the beautiful views and charming walks, was (unexpectedly) the drives themselves, where our guide told us all about the villages and the Cotswolds in general. He was able to answer nearly all of our questions about both history and current life in the area, and had lots of insider and local knowledge to share, plus some great insights and anecdotes. Looking at the drop-down box of tours that they offer, it's clear that there were more fun options we didn't even know about. We're hoping to come back with our families and tour again!
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Ian was amazing as our tour guide. He was able to share a lot about the rich history of the Cotswolds and really seemed to care about the area. He picked us up right at the scheduled time and even went a bit overtime to make sure we could really soak in the sites and history. We discovered Stow in the Wold, Chipping Campden, Snowhill, Broadway, and the lovely Stanton Village ( must see). Then lunch at the oldest pub in England and off to Bleinheim palace ( of Lord and Lady Marlborough fame- The Favorite). The walking was very easy- a bit of a stroll around the palace, but you can easily sit outside and enjoy the view. I would highly recommend Ian and his partner for touring !
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We enjoyed our private tour with Graham. My son is studying in Oxford so I went with him and his wife. Having the flexibility of your own tour is great. We were feeling a little under the weather so we wanted a relaxed pace and not all 8 hours. We toured Blenheim Palace, including a nice walk on the grounds. From there we went to several villages in the Cotswolds including some spots that were not the most known. Graham was friendly and knowledgeable. I recommend this.
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We were an adult family of 8. M husband and I have travelled extensively all over the world, with and without family members, by far, this was the absolute best tour we have taken, not just because the Cotswolds are beautiful (and we have been here before), but the overall quality of this private tour. First, the mini bus is of the highest quality. 8 of us sat very comfortably., plus the driver. Secondly, Graham was not only an incredible host, friendly, funny but extremely knowledgeable. We left our various stops rather flexible, and Graham’s recommendations were simply perfect, including a lovely stop for lunch. Each and every member of our group thought it was the highlight of our trip. It may seem expensive at first when you book, but one must keep in mind that the cost of $28 pounds to get into the castle for 8 people is a big piece of this. I recommend you leave some cash aside...for a big tip for Graham or his business partner Ian. You will want to reward them for their unbelievable knowledge of the history , venues of the Cotswolds ! Even at one of the stops, the owner of the mill and shops said they were there favourite guides. With 30million visitors a year....that’s a lot of guides to compare to. We will be making the trip back to the Cotswolds again from Toronto , Canada and will defiantly use Graham again!
