Cotswolds Villages Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Oxford

I visited the Cotswolds three years ago. This time I saw villages I had not seen before, which was great! Ian not only told us stories about the area but also walked with us and pointed out interesting details we would have missed on a self guided trip.

Excellent driver/guide, great itinerary, beautiful scenery. The choice of the places we visited and the time we spent in each one contributed to a relaxing and enjoyable experience

Ian was great!! Super knowledgeable and great guide. I love how active the tour is too!! This is a must do if you’re in Oxford!!

Our guide, Ian, was so much fun and very knowledgeable. The towns and villages were picturesque, with lovely people and wonderful shopping. The history and stories only added to the beauty and draw of the Cotswolds. Can’t wait to take this tour again!

The group is limited to 6 for a personalized experience. Ian is friendly and knowledgeable. We visited 7 villages, only 2 were large and busy. It was gorgeous weather for tramping through fields and small neighborhoods. Such a picturesque day. We highly recommend this tour.

Wonderful tour. Ian was a great guide, so professional and friendly. One small disappointment. As a fan of the writings of Nancy Mitford, I was looking forward to visiting the famous church in Swinbrook and seeing the churchyard where she is buried. Although this visit, lasting 15 minutes, is specified on the tour itinerary, it was dropped and didn't happen. It is important that all stops mentioned in the itinerary actually happen, as people may have their own reasons for wanting to visit the places listed. But all in all, a brilliant tour, small and personal. Ian has a real gift for this work. A really lovely day in the Cotswolds

Minster Lovell was the highlight of the trip!! Didn't spend too little or too much time at any of the stops. Would recommend.

Absolute highlight of out trip. We had an amazing experience with this tour, such a hidden gem. Ian was such a great tour guide that showed us the hidden gems oF Cotswolds since he's a local to the area. He's very easy going, professional and very passionate about his profession. You could tell that he loves what he does and made us feel very personal unique. Highly recommend if you plan to visit Cotswolds

All of it was amazing but the guide accommodating some special requests within our group was above and beyond.

My wife and I were looking for the best way to see the famous Cotswolds and we stumbled upon this tour, which is one of the only ones actually leaving from Oxford (which you shouldn't miss). And boy, are we glad we did - it was such a lovely day! Ian, our guide, and a local to the Cotswolds, showed intimate knowledge of the area, while keeping things light and moving us along at a steady pace, always finding space for a great photo opportunity. He took us to several villages in the Cotswolds, big and small, famous and hidden - creating a perfect balance, while entertaining us with history and anecdotes the entire time! We went from smaller to bigger places, giving the tour a nice rhythm and had plenty of opportunities to take pictures and buy souvenirs. There was a big window of time in one of the most beautiful locations for our lunch, where Ian gave us several recommendations and left us to enjoy the Cotswolds' magic. We were always given clear instructions as to not get lost, but still had plenty opportunity to wander. Ian was more than generous with his time and we were provided fresh water along the way and kept us mindful of the amenities along the trip, from shops to restrooms. The van was modern and very comfortable. We had no problems with heat due to the AC. We received a pamphlet at the end of our trip, showing all the locations of the trip. We would recommend this tour wholeheartedly and our only regret is, as the title says, not getting to see even more of the dreamy Cotswolds with Ian. Specifically, Blenheim palace is something we wished we could visit, but, as Ian pointed out, it's a destination well-worth a half-day visit, which would probably make us miss out on the wonders of the Cotswolds, as most of those other cramped tours do. A big thank you to Ian for providing us with memories we will never forget!