Overview
The beauty of a Cotswolds private driving tour is the freedom and flexibility that it gives you on the day. This tour has a set itinerary where we have a recommended route. Here we have combined idyllic villages with the more famous Cotswold towns.
This gives you a wonderful overview and experience of what the Cotswolds is all about. As it is a private tour we are totally flexible as to how long you would like in each place. We are also very flexible and are more than happy to modify the itinerary on the day if you would like.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transportation
Bottled water
In-vehicle air conditioning
Lunch
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
If you are arriving by cruise please provide information on your cruise ship
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Southampton
5 min
Pick up from Southampton
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Bibury
20 min
We will depart from Southampton and will drive for approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
It’s easy to see why William Morris called Bibury ‘The most beautiful village in England’ – wonderful stone buildings strung out along the banks of the River Coln.
Bibury is most famous for Arlington Row which even appears on the inside cover of UK passports! -
Bourton-on-the-Water
30 min
Otherwise known as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’ Bourton-on-the-Water is one of the most famous Cotswolds towns, and is regularly voted one of the prettiest villages in England. There is plenty to see and do with a wealth of attractions, shops, restaurants and tea rooms.
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Stow-on-the-Wold
1 hour 30 min
Stow-on-the-Wold is one of the prettiest towns in Gloucestershire steeped in history and built by the Normans, it combines honey-coloured buildings, cosy pubs, narrow streets, interesting shops and tiny tea rooms.
We will have time for lunch here in a local pub or tea room. -
Burford
30 min
Burford’s famous High Street sweeps downhill towards the River Windrush, with an unbroken line of ancient houses and shops, as well as a medieval bridge and an impressive church. Burford is known for its shopping – particularly antiques – and for the wide variety of restaurants, pubs and teashops.
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Lower Slaughter
20 min
The word Slaughter comes from the old English word for ‘miry place’. However, don’t let the name deceive you as this village is considered to be one of the prettiest villages in the Northern Cotswolds and is set in the most amazing countryside. Lower Slaughter has also been voted as the most romantic village in the country.
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Minster Lovell
30 min
This pretty village on the River Windrush boasts plenty of Cotswold stone and thatched roofs, as well as holding the title of being the region’s most haunted village. Minster Lovell is perhaps best known the ruins of its 15th century hall, owned by generations of the Lovell family.
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Southampton
5 min
Drop off at Southampton
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
FAQs about Cotswolds Private Day Tour from Southampton
Can I cancel Cotswolds Private Day Tour from Southampton for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included?
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Burford, Lower Slaughter, Minster Lovell.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by Undiscovered Cotswolds
