Full Day Private Tour from London to Oxford Cotswold Shakespeare
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Full Day Private Tour from London to Oxford Cotswold Shakespeare is a 12-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $185 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
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- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $185 per person
Embark on a fantastic journey from the moment we pick you up from your hotel. An unforgettable day awaits you. Your driver/guide will give you insight to all the places you will be visiting today. Explore Oxford City, o
What you get
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Walking tour in Oxford
- Entry to Shakespeare Birth place
- Bottled water
- Private transport
About this experience
Embark on a fantastic journey from the moment we pick you up from your hotel. An unforgettable day awaits you. Your driver/guide will give you insight to all the places you will be visiting today. Explore Oxford City, on a walking tour with a professional guide. Our guide will discuss the history, traditions, anecdotes of famous students and student experience of Oxford University and Oxford City. We will also go inside Oxford University sights, like the oldest colleges, the Bodleian Library. Visit School of Divinity, the Medieval Lecture Hall where Harry Potter was filmed. Cotswold Villages - The Cotswolds are famous for their typically English landscape of lovely green rolling hills, stone walls, woodland and charming little towns and villages. You will also visit, Bourton-on-the-Water, Bibury and Burford and Stratford Upon Avon. Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace – Hear tales of Shakespeare’s family life. Discover how the extraordinary playwright continues to shape our lives today.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Walking tour in Oxford
- Entry to Shakespeare Birth place
- Bottled water
- Private transport
Not included
- Gratuity
What you'll see and do
Oxford
See Behind Closed Doors on this walking tour with a professional guide. This tour gives you the unique opportunity to walk inside Oxford University, with someone who has actually experienced the world-famous educational institutions. From the interview process to the traditions; hear about them first hand. Our Award Winning Guides With their unique experiences, charisma and extensive training; the guides keep it fun, interesting and engaging for a broad range of people from around the world.
120 minutes here
Cotswolds
Cotswolds – designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Famous for picturesque villages of mellow honey-coloured stone, gentle hills, peaceful pastures and winding rivers. One of the best things to do in the Cotswolds is to simply walk around and enjoy the atmosphere, eager explorers will also be happy to know that the town is filled with hidden courtyards crammed with adorable boutiques, cafés, and independent retailers.
30 minutes here
Bourton-on-the-Water
Bourton-on-the-Water is located in the Cotswolds, within the heart of England, famous for its honey-coloured stone architecture and idyllic village scenes. Known as the Venice of the Cotswolds, this one village offers a wealth of attractions and shops, restaurants, cafes and tea rooms. Or simply the space for you to enjoy some pleasurable time engrossed by the movement of the sparkling waters of the River Windrush, spanned by its five arched bridges.
30 minutes here
Bibury
Bibury is a charming Cotswold village just a short drive along country roads. William Morris (1834-96) described Bibury as "the most beautiful village in England". Fox News says that Bibury is one of the world's most picturesque villages, and an article on the Huffington Post website (1st May 2014), titled "The Most Charming Towns In Europe You'll Want To Visit ASAP", mentioned Bibury.
30 minutes here
Burford
Burford has hardly changed since Georgian times, when it was an important coach stop between Oxford and the West Country. Its magnificent High Street, one of the finest in the Cotswolds, slopes down to a bridge crossing the River Windrush. The High Street is overlooked by mellow golden Cotswold stone buildings, including many 17th and 18th century houses. It is an extremely popular tourist destination in the Cotswolds.
30 minutes here
Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford-upon-Avon A town synonymous with William Shakespeare. Every visit to Stratford would not be complete without finding out more about English poet, playwright, and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the Bard Discover Shakespeare's Birthplace, where the world’s most famous playwright was born and grew up find out more about his early years.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sightseeing Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total duration of this tour is 12 hours. 6 hours for visiting sites 6 for journey and lunch.
- This tour ends back at your hotel
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Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $185 to $990
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full Day Private Tour from London to Oxford Cotswold Shakespeare: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Full Day Private Tour from London to Oxford Cotswold Shakespeare cost?
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Prices start at $185 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full Day Private Tour from London to Oxford Cotswold Shakespeare take?
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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Full Day Private Tour from London to Oxford Cotswold Shakespeare worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Private Tour from London to Oxford Cotswold Shakespeare?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full Day Private Tour from London to Oxford Cotswold Shakespeare suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Private Tour from London to Oxford Cotswold Shakespeare?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Private Tour from London to Oxford Cotswold Shakespeare start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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