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University of OxfordAttraction in Oxford, England

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Bridge of Sighs, OxfordAttraction in Oxford, England

Blenheim PalaceAttraction in Oxfordshire, England

Ashmolean MuseumAttraction in Oxford, England

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London: Small Group Oxford, Stratford and Cotswolds Day Tour

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Activity provider:The English Bus
London: Small Group Oxford, Stratford and Cotswolds Day Tour
Top rated
4.8846154 out of 5 stars
4.9
4.8846154 out of 5 stars
104 reviews

Travel by luxury mini-coach through the scenic English countryside to The Cotswolds. Spend plenty of time off the bus, enjoying a guided tour of Oxford and its centuries-old university, and Stratford-upon-Avon, with an optional Shakespeare’s house visit.

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Duration 11.5 hours
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L
Lauren – United Kingdom

Lucy was amazing and made the day so fun! I highly recommend - you get to see a lot, the van is comfy, and nice to be in a small group. I would go again!

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Gloria – Mexico

Great tour, our guide Nohl was very kind and gave us really good information about the places we were visiting. He did a great job. The company is very well organized, and the places we visited were awesome.

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Itinerary

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    2 starting location options:

    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Victoria, 5 Belvedere Rd

  • Bus/coach

    (2.17 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Stratford-upon-Avon

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (70 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (5 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Holy Trinity Church

    Visit (15 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (40 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Stow-on-the-Wold

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (25 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (40 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Bibury

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (30 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (40 minutes)

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    Oxford

    Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (2.5 hours)

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Victoria, 5 Belvedere Rd

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • See the sights of Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon on guided walks
  • Enjoy an optional visit to Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford
  • Experience a slice of real England that’s quite a contrast to the hustle and bustle of London
  • Admire the beautiful Cotswolds scenery and picturesque villages

Full description

Escape the bustle of London on a full-day sightseeing tour to see some of England's most glorious sights and countryside. Travel in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, and enjoy an intimate, personalized experience as you visit Oxford, Stratford, and Cotswolds villages.

Head out of the city on a route that shows you some of off-the-beaten-path London, and your guide will provide full commentary along the way. Then travel into the countryside, heading north-west to picturesque Stratford-upon-Avon.

Before you arrive in Stratford, hear about the town’s history and its most famous resident, William Shakespeare. On arrival you’ll have the option of visiting Shakespeare’s birthplace if you wish, or you can explore the town on your own.

Enjoy lunch in Stratford, and then take a guided walk through the town that includes a stop at the unusual church where Shakespeare is buried.

Leaving Stratford the tour heads south to Oxford, passing through the stunning landscape of The Cotswolds. See some of the loveliest villages that the country has to offer. Narrow country lanes wind their way through classically English villages with clusters of thatched cottages.

When you arrive at the world-renowned university city of Oxford, your guide will lead you on a walking tour to take in the city’s stunning architecture. See Oxford University’s colleges, some dating back 900 years. Explore gardens, alleys, pubs, and other hidden delights this city has to offer, as you hear about its history.

After the walking tour, you’ll have plenty of time to explore further at your own pace, armed with a map provided by your guide. Afterwards the coach will head back to London, arriving at around 08:00 PM.

Includes

  • Transportation by comfortable air-conditioned 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
  • Professional and friendly driver and guide
  • Personalized tour experience
  • Walking tour of Stratford and Oxford
  • Bottled water
  • Drop off in central London (zone 1) on return
  • Optional admission to Shakespeare’s birthplace
  • Lunch

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Know before you go

  • This is guaranteed to be a genuine small-group tour, with a maximum of 16 participants. Touring with a maximum of 16 participants means that you get more for your money, more time off the bus, more time on the back roads, more personal attention, more time with locals, and a more friendly, authentic experience.
  • As you will be spending significant time outside, it is recommended that you bring clothing and footwear suitable for time off the bus.
  • Please note that children must be over the age of 3 to participate in this tour.
  • (please note that due to conservation works taking place, the birthplace will be closed between 8 - 19 January 2024)

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 104 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
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  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Lauren – United KingdomMay 25, 2025 – Verified booking
Lucy was amazing and made the day so fun! I highly recommend - you get to see a lot, the van is comfy, and nice to be in a small group. I would go again!
G
Gloria – MexicoMay 20, 2025 – Verified booking
Great tour, our guide Nohl was very kind and gave us really good information about the places we were visiting. He did a great job. The company is very well organized, and the places we visited were awesome.
L
Lilia – GermanyApril 11, 2025 – Verified booking
We were lucky to have Lucy as our guide! The whole experience was amazing, informative and funny thanks to her!

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