Experience an enchanting half-day tour to the less-discovered side of the Cotswolds. Delight in a panoramic drive down quiet country lanes with breathtaking scenery. Enjoy exploring small villages, old markets and wool towns with quirky shops and cafes.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 5.5 hours
- Starting time 1:00 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Small group
- Limited to 15 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Visit the undiscovered side of the Cotswolds that most visitors don't get to see
- Explore old wool and market towns with quaint cafes and quirky shops
- Enjoy panoramic views of breathtaking scenery with rolling hills and sparkling rivers
Full description
This enchanting half-day tour begins with a drive to the pretty village of Minster Lovell. Enjoy walking through the village and seeing the charming thatched cottages. The route continues to the idyllic village of Bibury, once described by William Morris as the most beautiful village in England.
Delight in a walk along the River Coln and see the trout farm and the famous 17th-century weavers' cottages on Arlington Row. A panoramic drive takes you through the stunning Coln Valley, passing through enchanting stone hamlets, hidden valleys and breathtaking scenery, before arriving in the historic wool town of Northleach.
Visit the famous wool church with its imposing Perpendicular church tower, cross to the North Cotswolds and follow the course of the River Windrush through the beautiful villages of the Windrush Valley. The next stop is in the bustling town of Burford, known as the Gateway to the Cotswolds.
Includes
- Tour guide and dedicated driver
- Small group tour
- Food
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- Children under 6 years
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Participants
Date
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Meeting point
Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour is due to depart. Please look for a dark blue minibus with 'Explore Oxford and the Cotswolds' written on the sides.
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Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- The tour will operate in all weather conditions, except heavy snow
