--- title: Cotswolds Countryside Tour by Coach: Villages, Views, and Lunch lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 143 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.56 reviews: 32 duration_minutes: 600 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 55 of 86 (Day Trips from London) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/cotswolds-countryside-tour-by-coach-villages-views-and-lunch/ --- # Cotswolds Countryside Tour by Coach: Villages, Views, and Lunch **Guidekin's take:** Visit Burford, Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water on a coach trip from London. A guide, two-course pub lunch and entry to the Model Village are included; hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded. 4.56 from 32 reviews at €143 per person for 10h. ## Overview Enjoy a full day exploring the Cotswolds. Visit the beautiful Burford, Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water and enjoy a delicious two-course meal at a traditional British pub. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Departure point: Golden Tours Bus Stop 1, - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Children from €131: ages 3 to 16 ## Key facts - Price: from €143 per person for the Cotswolds Countryside Tour by Coach: Villages, Views, and Lunch option; other options up to €155 - Duration: 10h - Rating: 4.56/5 from 32 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 91% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Golden Tours Gray Line London ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Cotswolds Countryside Tour by Coach: Villages, Views, and Lunch | €143 / person | English | - | | Signature - English | €155 / person | English | Signature - All Entries + Lunch + Premium Seating | ## What's included - enjoy lunch at The Old New Inn, a country inn serving British classics with seasonal and local ingredients. - Visit Burford, Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold - Guide - Entry to Model Village at The New Old Inn ## Not included - Hotel pick-up and drop off ## Itinerary 1. **Burford** (2h) - Dubbed as the ‘Gateway to the Costwolds’, Burford is one of the most visited villages in the Cotswolds. Explore its famous High Street and take in views of River Windrush. With plenty of photo opportunities, there is lots to see in this picturesque village! 2. **Stow-on-the-Wold** (2h) - Admire the charm of Stow-on-the-Wold, also known as the historic wool town is known for its Market Square, its antique shops and its great selection of traditional pubs. With astonishing stone buildings located along the banks of the River Coln, this village offers views like... 3. **Bourton-on-the-Water** (2h) - The final stop is Bourton-on-the-Water, also known as ‘the Venice of the Cotswolds villages’. As one of the most romantic areas in the country, you’ll have phenomenal views of the river that runs through the heart of the village. Visit the incredible Model Village at the Old... ## Schedule - Runs: Wed, Fri, Sun - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Departure point: Golden Tours Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SR Check in time: 8:15am Departure time: 8:30am Your coach will NOT depart from Victoria Coach Station. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJzfquTR8FdkgR_iUQ6WO9ddo ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your departure time - Free cancellation up to 24 hours before scheduled tour - During peak periods, additional vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used - Please show this e-ticket to gain entry to this tour. - Return transportation from London which will take approximately 4 hours as part of the journey. - Signature Tour Option: Take advantage of the best views on the bus with our premium seating option and a knowledgeable live guide. This option includes entry to the Model Village in Bourton-on-the-Water and a two-course lunch. ## Compared with other Day Trips from London | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #55 of 86** | €143 | 10h | 4.56 (32) | shared | | [Small Group Stonehenge, Bath and Secret Place Tour from London](/uk/london/tours/small-group-stonehenge-bath-and-secret-place-tour-from-london/?format=md) | €183 | 11h 30m | 4.98 (1110) | shared | | [Small Group Cotswolds Village, Stonehenge and Bath Tour from London](/uk/london/tours/small-group-cotswolds-village-stonehenge-and-bath-tour-from-london/?format=md) | €189 | 11h 30m | 4.95 (403) | shared | | [Private Tour to Stonehenge, Bath and The Cotswolds](/uk/london/tours/private-tour-to-stonehenge-bath-and-the-cotswolds/?format=md) | €1308 per group | 10h | 5.0 (197) | private | Ranked #55 of 86 in Day Trips from London by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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