Bourton-on-the-Water

Located in a small valley amongst the gently rolling hills of the Cotswolds, Bourton-on-the-Water has been described as the 'Little Venice' and is one of the most popular tourist spots in the region.

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The Oxford Castle
Now a hotel, the main part of the original Oxford Castle was a prison - and guests staying in the hotel will find themselves in converted prison cells.
Stow-on-the-Wold
Explore Stow-on-the-Wold, a picturesque market town nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds and discover its historic charm, quaint streets, and vibrant market square.
Bibury
Immerse yourself in the quintessential charm of Bibury, a picturesque village nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds. Explore its timeless beauty, iconic Arlington Row, and scenic landscapes.
Bampton
Bampton is a picturesque village in the Cotswolds, known for serving as the fictional town of Downton in many scenes of the famous TV series Downton Abbey.
Burford
Nicknamed the "Gateway to the Cotswolds," Burford is a beautiful and historic town in Oxfordshire, perched on a hillside sloping down to the River Windrush.
Shilton
Shilton is a lesser-known village in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds built around a shallow ford with a picturesque 18th-century stone footbridge across it.

Related Tours

Explore Quaint Cotswolds Villages: Private Day Trip from London

Explore the Cotswolds on this day trip from London, and prepare to see thatched roof cottages, centuries-old stone wall buildings among the quintessentially English backdrop, and picturesque scenery in a tranquil setting, with rolling hills, babbling brooks, sleepy hamlets, pretty ‘chocolate box’ villages and engaging market towns.

On your private excursion, you will:

  • Depart from your central London pick-up location in a London Taxi;
  • See predominantly rural landscape giving way to stunning honey-coloured architecture;
  • Hear stories from medieval times, when the Cotswold Lion breed of sheep sold to European merchant traders built the impressive ‘wool churches’; 
  • Visit other idyllic places like Bibury, Chipping Campden, Stow-on-the-Wold, Moreton-in-Marsh and Bourton-on-the-Water (sometimes described as ‘Venice in the heart of England);
  • Walk the hill to Broadway Tower, to enjoy a 360-degree landscape with the country of Wales in sight;
  • Choose between snack breaks or lunch, from cosy tearooms to traditional countryside pubs, and your experienced and affable private driver-guide host will know all the best options.
  • Snap memorable photos of this picturesque region in the English countryside.

Embark on a journey from the bustling streets of London to the serene countryside of the Cotswolds, where rolling hills and charming villages awaits driving past a patchwork of green fields and gentle hills.

Step into a postcard-perfect scenery while your driver guide shares stories of the region's rich history, pointing out landmarks along the way as you pass through quaint villages and market towns with honey-coloured stone cottages and ancient churches.

Explore cobblestone streets and village greens, soaking in the atmosphere of rural England with the air filled with the scent of blooming flowers and the distant sound of sheep grazing in nearby fields.

Continuing your journey, you traverse scenic byways and winding country lanes, taking in panoramic views of the countryside. Every turn reveals a new vista, a new perspective on the timeless beauty of the Cotswolds.

As the day draws to a close and you bid farewell to the Cotswolds, you will journey back to London with memories of a day filled with discovery, adventure, and the simple joys of countryside living.

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