
Private North Cotswold Day Tour with Local Guide
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Private North Cotswold Day Tour with Local Guide is a 7-hour experience in Oxford, United Kingdom, from $128 per person. It scores 54 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
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $128 per person
Explore Bourton-on-the-Water, the Slaughters, Chipping Campden, and hidden Cotswold gems with a friendly local guide in a luxury Mercedes V-Class. Discover the North Cotswolds on a relaxed private day tour with a friend
What you get
- Approximately 7 hours exploring the North Cotswolds
- Flexible private itinerary
- Local guide throughout the day
- Private Mercedes V-Class for your group
- Moreton-in-Marsh Station pickup and return
About this experience
Explore Bourton-on-the-Water, the Slaughters, Chipping Campden, and hidden Cotswold gems with a friendly local guide in a luxury Mercedes V-Class. Discover the North Cotswolds on a relaxed private day tour with a friendly local guide, travelling in your own premium Mercedes V-Class. We’ll visit some of the places you’ve come to the Cotswolds to see, including Bourton-on-the-Water, the Slaughters and Chipping Campden, while also leaving the main tourist trail to explore quieter villages, country lanes and the surrounding countryside. I’m Simon, your guide. I live locally and come from a farming background, so along the way I’ll share the stories behind the villages, farms, landscape and people that make this part of England special.
What's included
Included
- Approximately 7 hours exploring the North Cotswolds
- Flexible private itinerary
- Local guide throughout the day
- Private Mercedes V-Class for your group
- Moreton-in-Marsh Station pickup and return
Not included
- Food, drinks and any optional
What you'll see and do
Bourton-on-the-Water
One of the Cotswolds’ best-known villages, with the River Windrush flowing beneath its beautiful little stone bridges.
120 minutes here
Upper Slaughter
Explore the villages in the Cotswolds, known for their peaceful lanes, honey-coloured stone cottages and idyllic riverside setting.
60 minutes here
Lower Slaughter
Explore the most beautiful village in the Cotswolds, known for their peaceful lanes, honey-coloured stone cottages and idyllic riverside setting.
60 minutes here
Chipping Campden
Discover one of the finest historic towns in the Cotswolds, with its beautiful High Street, Market Hall, church and fascinating history.
60 minutes here
Part of the day is deliberately left flexible. Depending on the weather, traffic and what interests you, we might visit another historic market town, an ancient site, a tiny village, a countryside viewpoint or simply somewhere local that I think is particularly worth showing you that day. We’ll also make time for at least one traditional Cotswold pub along the way. The idea is simple: see the famous Cotswolds without spending the whole day following everyone else.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oxford
Please meet outside the ticket office in the forecourt/car park area. Your host Simon will greet you before departure. The tour vehicle is a grey Mercedes V-Class multi-passenger vehicle unless told otherwise. Licence Plate: LM23 UZC Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please meet outside the ticket office in the forecourt/car park area. Your host Simon will greet you before departure. The tour vehicle is a grey Mercedes V-Class multi-passenger vehicle unless told otherwise. Licence Plate: LM23 UZC Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
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 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Chipping Norton Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 12+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $128 to $899
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private North Cotswold Day Tour with Local Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oxford.
How much does Private North Cotswold Day Tour with Local Guide cost?
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Prices start at $128 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Oxford usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private North Cotswold Day Tour with Local Guide take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Oxford is not rushed.
Is Private North Cotswold Day Tour with Local Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 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 Oxford, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private North Cotswold Day Tour with Local Guide?
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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 Private North Cotswold Day Tour with Local Guide suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 12. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 7-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Private North Cotswold Day Tour with Local Guide?
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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 Oxford 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 Oxford and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private North Cotswold Day Tour with Local Guide 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 Oxford 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 Oxford?
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On Outty we rank every Oxford experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cotswolds in a Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh / Stratford-on-Avon, Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide, Oxford Official University & City 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 Oxford?
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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 Oxford?
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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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