You start your unforgettable Cotswold journey from central Oxford, driving to Burford (the Gateway to the Cotswolds) through Minster Lovell, with its its attractive thatched houses and ruined Hall.
Enjoy a walk around Burford with its quaint cafes and antiques shops or visit the impressive wool church of St John the Baptist.
Our drive then takes us through some beautiful countryside and some of the old quarrying villages of the North Cotswolds to Bourton-on-the-Water, the 'Venice of the Cotswolds'. Bourton has many cafes and small souvenir shops to explore and there is also the picturesque River Windrush.
Another picturesque route brings us to the charming and unspoilt Worcestershire town of Broadway. We stop here for lunch, where you can enjoy the fine shops and quaint cafes.
Passing the quirky Broadway Tower we head to the delightful market town of Chipping Campden, the centre of the Arts and Crafts Movement in the Cotswolds. Here, you can browse in the quaint shops or visit the impressive ‘wool church’.
Our return route to Oxford takes us to the charming town of Stow-on-the-Wold. See the quaint antiques shops and boutiques and visit St Edwards Church with its quirky wooden door (said to have inspired the writer Tolkien).
Our route back to Oxford passes through the delightful market town of Chipping Norton and Woodstock, the home of Blenheim Palace.
Cotswold Summer Explorer Tour - Oxford
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Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 9 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
09:30 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
The Cotswolds is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which has inspired artists, writers and philosophers for many centuries. Come and discover idyllic English villages, nestling in quiet valleys, small stone thatched cottages, majestic castles and manors, and charming high streets peppered with quaint tea shops and antiques shops. Let your knowledgeable guides show you the English countryside at its best.Know More about this tour
Itinerary:
You start your unforgettable Cotswold journey from central Oxford, driving to Burford (the Gateway to the Cotswolds) through Minster Lovell, with its its attractive thatched houses and ruined Hall.
Enjoy a walk around Burford with its quaint cafes and antiques shops or visit the impressive wool church of St John the Baptist.
Our drive then takes us through some beautiful countryside and some of the old quarrying villages of the North Cotswolds to Bourton-on-the-Water, the 'Venice of the Cotswolds'. Bourton has many cafes and small souvenir shops to explore and there is also the picturesque River Windrush.
Another picturesque route brings us to the charming and unspoilt Worcestershire town of Broadway. We stop here for lunch, where you can enjoy the fine shops and quaint cafes.
Passing the quirky Broadway Tower we head to the delightful market town of Chipping Campden, the centre of the Arts and Crafts Movement in the Cotswolds. Here, you can browse in the quaint shops or visit the impressive ‘wool church’.
Our return route to Oxford takes us to the charming town of Stow-on-the-Wold. See the quaint antiques shops and boutiques and visit St Edwards Church with its quirky wooden door (said to have inspired the writer Tolkien).
Our route back to Oxford passes through the delightful market town of Chipping Norton and Woodstock, the home of Blenheim Palace.
Inclusions
- Pick up from hotels in North Oxford on request
- Pick up from Oxford Railway Station on request
- Bottled water and select beverages
- Professional Blue Badge guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Traveler Reviews
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The guides, Isobel and David, were great. The knowledge and information given during the tour was interesting and exactly what I was looking for. This tour was one of the highlights of my two week trip and I highly recommend this tour if you want to see the area and gain some insights about the region.
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A fabulous day exploring the Cotswolds. Isabol and David were wonderful guides. So knowledgeable and fun. I highly recommend them! Small group and very comfortable Van.
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They gave us a great full day tour of Cotswolds villages including several beautiful villages & the countryside and lots of neat stories about British history.
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Muchas gracias a Isabelle por su magnífica empresa de tours a la preciosa región de los Cotswolds. Hice dos tours (Rover y Explorer) para poder ver lo máximo posible de esa zona conocida por su belleza en el paisaje y en sus pueblos. La web de Cotswold Exploring tiene una información muy completa de las excursiones y es muy fácil de reservar. Altamente recomendable.
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Such a lovely day! Super impressed with this tour. The can was comfortable and clean. Guides were very friendly, engaging and knowledgeable. The stops and scenery were absolutely beautiful. This tour was one of the highlights of my trip - highly recommended!
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What a fabulous day! Isobel was very knowledgeable about the region, the history and the geography of the Cotswold. The information on the thatched and slate roofs was so helpful. The van was extremely comfortable and we, the participants, quickly became friends. The stops were planned well and interesting. The information concerning the Cotswold as a modern living area was also interesting. We highly recommend this tour and thank you Isobel and David for making a memorable trip for us.
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Delightful day in the Cotswolds! Guide and Driver we’re both excellent and quite knowledgeable with lots of history of the area included. Nice size group and comfortable ride through a beautiful area of the UK. Highly recommended.
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A great tour. A very nice couple did the tour. He drives, she tells a lot about the Cotswolds. Enough stops. A lovely day!
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Amazing trip not only because of the stunning views and comfortable weather. Special gratitude to our knowledgeable, attentive, professional and ultra-hardworking guide, Isobel. She took extra effort to explain to us every detail to attend to from the first minute till the last of the tour. Very impressed with the abundance and breadth of information and this made our visit exceptionally fruitful. 100% recommended!
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Wished Bibury was included in the itinerary. A map of the area would help to get our bearings. Meeting place was central enough and easy to find.
