Explore the Hidden Gems of Cotswolds Private Tour
Overview
Experience the British countryside of the Cotswolds, an area known for its green landscapes, charming villages, and honey-coloured stone cottages on a private tour without worrying about missing the must-see places. Avoid the hassles of a DIY or large-group trip and relax on a luxury private tour of must-see towns and villages. See the historical homes of Stow-on-the-Wold and marvel at the honey-stoned Broadway and other precious villages like Chipping Campden, Bibury and Snowshill.
Highlights:
- Spend at least 6 hours exploring the best of the Cotswolds!
- Visit iconic villages, historical towns and the beautiful countryside!
- Have free time to explore each location!
- Travel in a luxury car along the country lanes!
- Learn about history and photography from your knowledgeable local guide!
Highlights:
- Spend at least 6 hours exploring the best of the Cotswolds!
- Visit iconic villages, historical towns and the beautiful countryside!
- Have free time to explore each location!
- Travel in a luxury car along the country lanes!
- Learn about history and photography from your knowledgeable local guide!
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide/driver
- Private small-group tour
- Transport by private vehicle with working air-conditioning and heating
- Fuel surcharge
- Bottled water
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Moreton-in-Marsh, Moreton-in-Marsh, Cotswolds, England
Our meeting and the start point are Moreton-in-Marsh.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chipping Campden, Chipping Campden, Cotswolds, England
This ancient town has many beautiful buildings. From St James Church right through to Dover's Hill, all nestling in tranquil and beautiful countryside.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Broadway Tower, Middle Hill, Broadway WR12 7LB England
The Tower is an iconic landmark on top of the beautiful Cotswolds escarpment. It was the brainchild of the great 18th-century landscape designer, “Capability Brown”. His vision was carried out for George William 6th Earl of Coventry with the help of renowned architect James Wyatt and completed in 1798.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Snowshill, Snowshill, Cotswolds, England
A charming village, secretly nestled amidst the hills, is a must-see on our tour. It is known for its exceptional unspoilt beauty and for the views over the valley. The beautiful English cottages are a lively mix of architectural features, bright colours and delightful scents.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Stow-on-the-Wold, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds, England
At nearly 800ft, Stow is the highest of the Cotswold towns, located on the Roman Fosse Way and at the point where several roads meet, hence an important trading centre. It has a long history; it probably dates from a prehistoric fortified settlement on top of the hill and had a special importance in the English Civil War. The last battle was fought close by in Donnington back in 1646.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lower Slaughter, Lower Slaughter, Cotswolds, England
Lower Slaughter - the slightly macabre name comes from the Old English for 'muddy place' - are linked by the tiny River Eye, a tributary to the River Windrush.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bourton-on-the-Water, Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswolds, England
Bourton-on-the-Water is a popular destination with gently flowing River Windrush running through the centre of the village and crossed by attractive little bridges. There is much to see in Bourton on the Water and it is suitable for visitors of all ages especially families; visit Birdland Park and Gardens – home to a wide variety of exotic birds including penguins, flamingos, macaws, emus and birds of prey; marvel at the incredible detail of the buildings in The Model Village – a 1/9th scale replica of the centre of the village; the Cotswold Motoring Museum has seven unique galleries housing a collection of vintage cars, a fascinating toy collection, exhibitions and children’s TV favourite little car ‘Brum’.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bibury, Bibury, Cotswolds, England
Bibury is a charming, typically Cotswold, village just a 20-minute drive from Bourton-on-the-Water. It’s easy to see why William Morris called Bibury ‘The most beautiful village in England’ – wonderful stone buildings strung out along the banks of the River Coln.
Arlington Row, owned by the National Trust, is one of England’s most iconic and photographed sites – it even appears on the inside cover of UK passports! Originally built in the 14th century as a monastic wool store, it was converted in the 17th century into a row of weavers’ cottages.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Moreton-in-Marsh, Moreton-in-Marsh, Cotswolds, England
At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at the starting point. Depending on the road condition, it may take 20 to 40 minutes.
Duration: 40 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Moreton-in-Marsh, Moreton-in-Marsh, Cotswolds, England
Our meeting and the start point are Moreton-in-Marsh.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chipping Campden, Chipping Campden, Cotswolds, England
This ancient town has many beautiful buildings. From St James Church right through to Dover's Hill, all nestling in tranquil and beautiful countryside.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Broadway Tower, Middle Hill, Broadway WR12 7LB England
The Tower is an iconic landmark on top of the beautiful Cotswolds escarpment. It was the brainchild of the great 18th-century landscape designer, “Capability Brown”. His vision was carried out for George William 6th Earl of Coventry with the help of renowned architect James Wyatt and completed in 1798.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Snowshill, Snowshill, Cotswolds, England
A charming village, secretly nestled amidst the hills, is a must-see on our tour. It is known for its exceptional unspoilt beauty and for the views over the valley. The beautiful English cottages are a lively mix of architectural features, bright colours and delightful scents.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Stow-on-the-Wold, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds, England
At nearly 800ft, Stow is the highest of the Cotswold towns, located on the Roman Fosse Way and at the point where several roads meet, hence an important trading centre. It has a long history; it probably dates from a prehistoric fortified settlement on top of the hill and had a special importance in the English Civil War. The last battle was fought close by in Donnington back in 1646.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lower Slaughter, Lower Slaughter, Cotswolds, England
Lower Slaughter - the slightly macabre name comes from the Old English for 'muddy place' - are linked by the tiny River Eye, a tributary to the River Windrush.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bourton-on-the-Water, Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswolds, England
Bourton-on-the-Water is a popular destination with gently flowing River Windrush running through the centre of the village and crossed by attractive little bridges. There is much to see in Bourton on the Water and it is suitable for visitors of all ages especially families; visit Birdland Park and Gardens – home to a wide variety of exotic birds including penguins, flamingos, macaws, emus and birds of prey; marvel at the incredible detail of the buildings in The Model Village – a 1/9th scale replica of the centre of the village; the Cotswold Motoring Museum has seven unique galleries housing a collection of vintage cars, a fascinating toy collection, exhibitions and children’s TV favourite little car ‘Brum’.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bibury, Bibury, Cotswolds, England
Bibury is a charming, typically Cotswold, village just a 20-minute drive from Bourton-on-the-Water. It’s easy to see why William Morris called Bibury ‘The most beautiful village in England’ – wonderful stone buildings strung out along the banks of the River Coln.
Arlington Row, owned by the National Trust, is one of England’s most iconic and photographed sites – it even appears on the inside cover of UK passports! Originally built in the 14th century as a monastic wool store, it was converted in the 17th century into a row of weavers’ cottages.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Moreton-in-Marsh, Moreton-in-Marsh, Cotswolds, England
At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at the starting point. Depending on the road condition, it may take 20 to 40 minutes.
Duration: 40 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Confirmation will be received within 24 hours of booking
- A maximum of 4 people per booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Near public transportation
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
herlihyboy
September 2023
Cuma was a fantastic guide for our day tour. He was on time, had a beautiful car and knew a ton about the history of each village we visited. He knew where to go and paced the day well, with enough time for exploring and having lunch at a pub. He is also an asking photographer and took really nic...
Cuma was a fantastic guide for our day tour. He was on time, had a beautiful car and knew a ton about the history of each village we visited. He knew where to go and paced the day well, with enough time for exploring and having lunch at a pub. He is also an asking photographer and took really nice photos of us with our phones. Would recommend to anyone!emilyhillnasser
April 2023
We booked a private 4 day tour for our family of four (including two kids ages 6 and 9). Cuma put together a thoughtful itinerary for us (with special places for kids) and was very flexible to accommodate our needs along the way. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend him.
We booked a private 4 day tour for our family of four (including two kids ages 6 and 9). Cuma put together a thoughtful itinerary for us (with special places for kids) and was very flexible to accommodate our needs along the way. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend him.zoropika
December 2022
l asked Cuma to plan a 3-day tour of the countryside for me and my mom. He pulled everything together so quickly, tailored it to what we wanted, and found really special places for us to stay and visit. The first morning he picked us up at Gatwick and drove us to Oxford where we had lunch, expl...
l asked Cuma to plan a 3-day tour of the countryside for me and my mom. He pulled everything together so quickly, tailored it to what we wanted, and found really special places for us to stay and visit. The first morning he picked us up at Gatwick and drove us to Oxford where we had lunch, explored the university (including Harry Potter locations) and visited a market. We never would have been able to see Oxford as efficiently as we could with him. He knew where to go to see beautiful and interesting things while avoiding the crowds. Actually, he did that every place we visited. The following day we toured Blenheim Palace and a couple of smaller villages in the Cotswolds. On the final day we visited another village (saw a beautiful open air Sunday service) and finished the tour with Sunday roast at a pub in Bath and a walk through the city. Cuma made everything so easy for us. He arranged all the transportation, inns, meals (the organic farm was amazing), and activities. He was flexible and adjusted the schedule when we wanted to spend more time exploring something. He is an extraordinarily talented photographer and took beautiful pictures of me and my mom. I have several I'll treasure forever. But most of all, he was wonderful company. He is an engaging and charming person, kind, patient, and enthusiastic. From the beginning of the trip, I felt like we were traveling with a friend. By the end of the trip, we were.ceranphoto
August 2022
This is the perfect experience if you're looking to get away from the other generic touristy Cotswolds tours. Cuma was very kind and accommodating and took us to many locations that would have been difficult to get to on our own or with a larger tour based on what we were interested in. He also h...
This is the perfect experience if you're looking to get away from the other generic touristy Cotswolds tours. Cuma was very kind and accommodating and took us to many locations that would have been difficult to get to on our own or with a larger tour based on what we were interested in. He also has a great eye for secret photo-worthy spots. He was very patient with our group when we wanted to linger a bit longer at certain places! Lunch was at a great local spot that did not feel touristy at all. He was communicative and made sure we got everything that we could out of the tour, up until the very end!elizabethp71
October 2023
Cuma was wonderful! He showed us around some quaint towns in The Cotswolds and also around Oxford. While he told us of some important places, he also gave us free time to explore on our own. Cuma customized the trip so that we could have the best experience. We would definitely recommend Cuma ...
Cuma was wonderful! He showed us around some quaint towns in The Cotswolds and also around Oxford. While he told us of some important places, he also gave us free time to explore on our own. Cuma customized the trip so that we could have the best experience. We would definitely recommend Cuma and this tour to anyone visiting the Cotswolds. We had a perfect day!barbarawL6602TT
October 2023
We were visiting the Cotswolds recently and had the pleasure of taking a tour with Cuma. He arrived promptly at our hotel in Moreton in Marsh in his beautiful and very clean and comfortable car. He explained our itinerary for the day and we were off to our first stop. Cuma is a wonderful driver a...
We were visiting the Cotswolds recently and had the pleasure of taking a tour with Cuma. He arrived promptly at our hotel in Moreton in Marsh in his beautiful and very clean and comfortable car. He explained our itinerary for the day and we were off to our first stop. Cuma is a wonderful driver and guide. He has vast knowledge of the area and pointed out many small details to us that we would have missed if we were on our own. We went to so many beautiful spots with the chance to walk around quite a few villages.We had a lovely day with Cuma and we recommend his tour if you will be in the area.