--- title: Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 165 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.93 reviews: 359 duration_minutes: 690 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 5 of 86 (Day Trips from London) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/small-group-cotswolds-villages-stratford-and-oxford-day-tour-from-london/ --- # Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London **Guidekin's take:** Combine Cotswold villages, Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford in a small shared group capped at sixteen. Return minicoach travel, commentary, an Oxford walk and a Stratford driving tour are included; Shakespeare's birthplace entry costs extra. 4.93 from 359 reviews at €165 per person for 11h 30m. ## Overview Explore Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Cotswolds, and discover the best of England in one day on this small group tour, maximum 16 people, from London. Visit historic Stratford-upon-Avon with a guide and learn of the life of William Shakespeare — widely considered to be England’s most famous poet. Spin through the pretty countryside to characterful Cotswold villages, where life ticks by at a relaxing pace. Then, explore the medieval city of Oxford — home to one of the world’s oldest universities and join your tour guide for a walking tour to learn and see more. Tour includes guide and round-trip luxury mini-coach travel from central London. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Join us at our second pick up point for… - Max 16 people: shared group - Starts 08:45, 09:10: 2 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age 3+: Minimum age is three years ## Key facts - Price: from €165 per person - Duration: 11h 30m - Rating: 4.93/5 from 359 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 99% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: The English Bus ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Victoria departure point | €165 / person | English | Join us at our second pick up point for this tour, from outside the front of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Victoria. See departure point information for more details. Departure time: 9.10am Starting point:... | | London Eye departure point | €165 / person | English | Join us at our first pick up point for this tour, from the corner of Belvedere Road and Chicheley Street, near the London Eye. See departure point information for more details. Departure time: 8.45am | ## What's included - Round-trip travel by air-conditioned luxury Mercedes minicoach from central London - Bottled water - Experienced knowledgeable and welcoming tour driver/guide - Air-conditioned vehicle - Walking tours of Oxford and panoramic driving tour of Stratford - Fully commentated small group guided tour ## Not included - Optional entry to Shakespeare's birthplace. Child - £9.75 Adult £19.50 Concession £16 Family £48.75 - Food and drink - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Stratford-upon-Avon** (2h) - Visit the world famous beautiful historic town - birthplace of The Bard - William Shakespeare. Explore the charming streets, shops and cafes. Stroll along the River Avon. Visit Shakespeare's birthplace if you wish, and see the impressive Royal Shakespeare Company theatre.... 2. **Henley Street** (30m) - Explore the buzzing Henley Street - home to William Shakespeare and family in the 16th century. 3. **Shakespeare's Birthplace** (45m) - You'll have the chance to enter the house where William Shakespeare was born back in 1564 - resorted to it's 16 century character. 4. **Holy Trinity Church** (15m) - Visit the 800 year old church where Shakespeare is buried alongside family members and the opportunity to see Shakespeare's grave. Please note this is a working church and can close at no notice on occasion. 5. **Cotswolds** (2h) - Our drive through the Cotswolds lets you experience the most beautiful and picturesque countryside anywhere in England. Rolling lush green hills, dotted with charming stone cottages. Fields, hedgerows, wildlife & flowers, this part of the country is stunning. We enter the... 6. **Stow-on-the-Wold Market Square** (25m) - Explore this historical Cotswolds market square in the famous and beautiful Cotswolds town of Stow on the Wold. Perhaps enjoy a cup of tea and a slice of cake from a local bakery, or have a browse in one of the many antique shops around the square. 7. **Bibury** (30m) - Visit "England's most beautiful village" - as described by historic style champion William Morris. The is the ultimate in Cotswolds beauty. A perfect charming village with small stone cottages and a babbling trout filled brook running right through the heart of the village.... 8. **Arlington Row** (15m) - Admire the Cotswolds most famous and most beautiful row of stone cottages, set in the exquisite backdrop of England's most beautiful village - Bibury. 9. **University of Oxford** (2h) - Walk amongst Oxford University's most famous, historic and beautiful buildings. Join your guide on a 45 minute walking tour to see some of Oxford's highlights and hear stories of the English speaking world's oldest university and some of the characters it has produced over... 10. **Radcliffe Camera** (15m) - Oxford's most famous and breath-taking view, the domed historic university building of Radcliffe Camera set in the stunning Radcliffe Square. Oxford's most famous and admired view. 11. **Bodleian Library** (10m) - See one of Europe's oldest libraries, the spectacular and grand Bodleian Library. One of Oxford's true highlights. ## Schedule - Runs: Wed, Sun - Departures: 08:45, 09:10 - 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 Join us at our second pick up point for this tour, from outside the front of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Victoria. See departure point information for more details. Departure time: 9.10am Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJn_Ny1yEFdkgRCHF-rr9r4Uc ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Minimum age is three years - Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult - A moderate amount of walking is involved, and across some uneven surfaces - Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark - No large items of luggage are permitted, luggage compartment is limited - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - Please do not travel if unwell and/or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19 ## Compared with other Day Trips from London | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #5 of 86** | €165 | 11h 30m | 4.93 (359) | shared, max 16 | | [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 #5 of 86 in Day Trips from London by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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