Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh
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Is Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh worth booking?
Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh is a 8-hour experience in Oxford, United Kingdom, from $70 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 100 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 85 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (100)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $70 per person
Experience the 'secret' side of the Cotswolds with a local guide in a small and friendly group of up to 16 people. On our Secret Cotswolds tour, we'll explore picture-postcard Cotswold towns and villages - but not the
What you get
- Pickup from Stratford-upon-Avon town centre (8.50AM) or Moreton-in-Marsh rail station (9.30AM)
- Admission to The Rollright Stones - we make a donation for every visitor
- Souvenir booklets with maps, photos and information
- Travel the back roads in a spacious, comfortable, 16-seater Mercedes minibus
- Fun, friendly, local driver-guide to share stories and enhance your day
About this experience
Experience the 'secret' side of the Cotswolds with a local guide in a small and friendly group of up to 16 people. On our Secret Cotswolds tour, we'll explore picture-postcard Cotswold towns and villages - but not the famously "busy" ones! Escape the crowds of "honeypot" destinations in the Cotswolds and explore stunning, quieter locations, off the usual tourist trail. As well as better known Burford and Broadway, you'll discover the Cotswolds' very own standing stone circle, the timeless village of Stanton and the fascinating Cotswold village of Guiting Power. Tours depart from Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon, or from Moreton-in-Marsh in the Cotswolds. Travelling from London or Oxford? Take the train to Moreton-in-Marsh! You'll skip all the traffic, enjoy a charming, scenic train ride, and get to spend even longer in the beautiful Cotswolds!
What's included
Included
- Pickup from Stratford-upon-Avon town centre (8.50AM) or Moreton-in-Marsh rail station (9.30AM)
- Admission to The Rollright Stones - we make a donation for every visitor
- Souvenir booklets with maps, photos and information
- Travel the back roads in a spacious, comfortable, 16-seater Mercedes minibus
- Fun, friendly, local driver-guide to share stories and enhance your day
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drink - please bring your own, or money for food and drink on the go
What you'll see and do
Moreton-in-Marsh
Passengers joining the tour at Stratford-upon-Avon will be collected from Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal at 08.50. Then, we travel to the Cotswold town of Moreton-in-Marsh, where we collect our final guests from Moreton-in-Marsh rail station at 09.30. From Moreton-in-Marsh, it's a 15 minute drive to our first official stop. We'll provide an introduction to the tour en route.
10 minutes here
Rollright Stones
Discover the secrets of The Rollright Stones, the Cotswolds’ very own ancient stone circle – a ‘mini Stonehenge’! This is a fascinating place to start our tour, learn some Olde English myths and legends, and drink in panoramic views across the Cotswolds countryside. Admission to The Rollright Stones is a donation of £2 per person, but we make this donation for you by arrangement with The Rollright Trust.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Cotswolds
En route to our next stop, enjoy a scenic drive (approx 40 minutes) through the picturesque countryside made famous by the TV show ‘Clarkson’s Farm’* and discover tiny Cotswold villages far off the beaten track. (*Please note that while this tour passes through farmland owned by Jeremy Clarkson, we do not pass or stop at Diddly Squat Farm Shop. Queues for the farm shop can be hours long, and there just isn’t time to visit on a one-day tour!)
40 minutes here
Burford
This vibrant, authentic Cotswold market town is a wonderful place to learn about the history of the area, photograph classic Cotswold cottages, and seek out delicious homemade cake.
60 minutes here
Guiting Power
Shhh… don’t tell anyone, otherwise this will become the next tourist trap! Gorgeous, remote and unspoilt, Guiting Power provides a slice of genuine Cotswolds countryside life. Have a pint in the local pub, or try one of David Beckham's favourite sausage rolls!
30 minutes here
Broadway
Perhaps not-so-secret, but the ‘Jewel in the Cotswolds Crown’ is not to be missed! There are art galleries to browse, independent retailers to support, and gorgeous traditional cottages to admire.
70 minutes here
Stanton
Fall in love with the quiet, charming village of Stanton, which is regularly voted as one of the most beautiful and unspoilt villages in the Cotswolds.
30 minutes here
Moreton-in-Marsh
Leaving Stanton behind, now it's 5pm and time to say farewell to some of our passengers at Moreton-in-Marsh station. We hope you made friends and good memories! You don't have to end your tour where you started - if you joined us in Stratford-upon-Avon, why not spend a night or two in the pretty Cotswolds market town of Moreton-in-Marsh? We have plenty of space for your luggage, and Moreton has several accommodation options, as well as a rail station for your onward travel.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oxford
Please wait in the car park front of the ticket office at Moreton-in-Marsh train station. Arrive at 09.25 and be ready to depart at 09.30. Look out for a big white, green and purple Mercedes minibus, driven by one of our friendly guides in Go Cotswolds uniform. You shouldn't be able to miss us!
Meeting point
Oxford
Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal is on Windsor Street, Stratford-upon-Avon. Arrive at 08.45 and be ready to depart at 08.50. Look out for a big white, green and purple Mercedes minibus, driven by one of our friendly guides in Go Cotswolds uniform. You shouldn't be able to miss us!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please wait in the car park front of the ticket office at Moreton-in-Marsh train station. Arrive at 09.25 and be ready to depart at 09.30. Look out for a big white, green and purple Mercedes minibus, driven by one of our friendly guides in Go Cotswolds uniform. You shouldn't be able to miss us!
Ends at
Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal is on Windsor Street, Stratford-upon-Avon. Arrive at 08.45 and be ready to depart at 08.50. Look out for a big white, green and purple Mercedes minibus, driven by one of our friendly guides in Go Cotswolds uniform. You shouldn't be able to miss us!
Options you can book
Moreton-in-Marsh 9.30AM
Moreton-in-Marsh pick up: Please meet in the car park at Moreton-in-Marsh rail station at 09.25 for departure by 9.30AM. Starting point: Car Park Moreton In Marsh Station Station | APCOA, Station, Station Rd, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 0AA, UK
Stratford-upon-Avon 8.50AM
Stratford-upon-Avon pick up: Please meet at Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal at 08.45 for departure by 08.50. Starting point: Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal, Windsor St, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6NL, UK
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
- Mon, Thu, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Go Cotswolds - Guided Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There are two pick-up points for this tour: Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal, Stratford-upon-Avon – Departure at 08:50; Moreton-in-Marsh Rail Station – Departure at 09:30. Please note your ticket may display the tour start time as 08:50, regardless of your chosen pick-up location. However, if you selected Moreton-in-Marsh, your actual departure time is 09:30. Kindly arrive at least 5 minutes before your scheduled departure.
- Look out for our friendly guide in Go Cotswolds uniform, driving a large white minibus with green and purple Go Cotswolds branding—you won’t miss us!
- Double-check your selected pick-up point. Occasionally, we don’t stop at both, so arriving at the wrong location could result in being left behind. To change your pick-up point, please log in to your account to update your booking. Need help choosing the best option? Contact us!
- If you are arriving in Moreton-in-Marsh by train, the train arriving at approximately 09:17–09:20 is ideal. It’s a small station, and it’s just a 1–2 minute walk to the car park where your guide will meet you.
- If you are arriving in Stratford-upon-Avon by train, note that our pick-up point is a 5–10 minute walk from the station. Please note that on Sundays, there are no trains arriving before the tour departs.
- Uber and similar services are not widely available in the Cotswolds, and local taxis can be difficult to book last minute. We strongly recommend booking taxis in advance or using public transport where possible.
- If you're not at your pick-up point on time (08:50 in Stratford-upon-Avon, 09:30 in Moreton-in-Marsh) and we can't contact you, the tour will depart without you. Make sure we have your correct mobile number with international dial code before your tour.
- After the tour, please plan any onward travel as follows: from Moreton-in-Marsh: After 17:00; from Stratford-upon-Avon: After 17:30
- We have plenty of secure luggage space on board our vehicles, though please note our guides may not be able to assist with very heavy luggage
- Children aged 3–15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sorry, no children under 3.
- Tours run in all but dangerous weather—please dress appropriately!
- The total tour duration of 8 hours includes travel time. Approximate travel times are as follows: 30 minutes from Stratford-upon-Avon to Moreton-in-Marsh (for those who select pick up in Stratford-upon-Avon); 15 minutes from Moreton-in-Marsh to The Rollright Stones; 40 minutes from The Rollright Stones to Burford (this scenic drive is described in the itinerary); 40 minutes from Burford to Broadway; 10 minutes from Broadway to Stanton; 30 minutes from Stanton to Guiting Power; 30 minutes from Guiting Power to Moreton-in-Marsh.
- Accessibility: Users of lightweight mobility equipment such as canes, walking frames and foldable manual wheelchairs are welcome on our tours, provided you can climb 3 steps to get on and off our minibus, multiple times during the tour. Lightweight, foldable manual wheelchairs can be stored in the luggage compartment of our minibus. We're sorry, we cannot accommodate wheelchair users who are unable to get in and out of their chair unassisted, nor can we accommodate any electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 100 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
100 verified traveler reviews for Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Way to See the Cotwsolds!
A great way to see the beautiful villages and back roads of the Cotswolds and avoid the crowds. Elaine was a super guide - very friendly and informative. It felt like touring with a friend who just happened to know everything about the area and history. I love that we got to visit the stone circle older than Stonehenge, vist small villages seemingly hidden in the hills, and have free time in beautiful larger villages (with shopping!) Elaine was fun, considerate, and helpful to everyone in the group.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring the Cotswolds on our Secret Cotswolds tour, and that you loved discovering the quieter back roads, hidden villages, and beautiful countryside away from the crowds. This is exactly what our Secret Cotswolds tour is designed for! We’re especially pleased that Elaine made your day so enjoyable. We love your description of it feeling like touring with a friend who knows everything about the area — we’ll be sure to share that with her! It sounds like you made the most of the day, from visiting the fascinating stone circle older than Stonehenge to discovering tucked-away Cotswold villages and enjoying free time for shopping and exploring. We’re so glad Elaine was friendly, informative, and helpful throughout the tour. Thank you again for choosing Go Cotswolds and for recommending our Secret Cotswolds tour. We hope to welcome you back for another Cotswolds adventure in the future!
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Off the beaten trail Cotswold villages
Calming and pleasant journey. It was a wonderful experience to see quiet villages in the countryside.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed a calming and pleasant journey through the Cotswolds. There’s something truly special about escaping into the countryside and discovering the peaceful villages, beautiful scenery, and slower pace of Cotswold life. We’re so pleased you had a wonderful experience with Go Cotswolds, and we hope to welcome you back to explore more of this beautiful region with us in the future!
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Memorable day out
An excellent day exploring some of the less well known spots. Elaine, our guide was extremely informative and helpful throughout the day, and we would recommend this trip as an excellent day out.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your lovely review! We're so pleased you enjoyed discovering some of the Cotswolds' hidden gems on our Secret Cotswolds tour. It's wonderful to hear that Elaine's knowledge and helpfulness made your day even more enjoyable—we'll be sure to pass your kind words on to her. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another Go Cotswolds adventure very soon!
via Tripadvisor
So glad I chose this tour!
This Secret Cotswolds tour is absolutely the best way to see the real Cotswolds! Our guide Elaine knew all the best scenic back roads and took us to the villages and sites that gave us the flavor of this beautiful area. She made each of us feel welcome and provided tales and tidbits about the villages and the people that kept us all entertained. I am happy that I chose this tour for my day in the Cotswolds.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Carol! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed our Secret Cotswolds Tour and that Elaine helped you discover the hidden side of the Cotswolds. She'll be thrilled to know you appreciated her local knowledge, scenic routes, and the stories she shared about the villages and their history. One of the things we love most about this tour is taking guests beyond the well-known spots to experience the authentic charm of the Cotswold villages, so it's wonderful to hear that this made your day so special. Thank you for choosing Go Cotswolds. We hope to welcome you back on another Cotswolds guided tour in the future!
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Best ever
Elaine took us on a wonderful trip through the Cotswolds. We had a tour book which helped us with walking through all the destinations. While it was a Monday and certain places were closed, this was fine as there was much to see. She took us to churches off the regular experience. This enhanced the whole experience. She also took group pictures for us so that is was more memorable. Elaine even dropped me off straight at my hotel as the last stop. This was much appreciated. Loved the whole trip. Thank you, Elaine!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you had such an enjoyable Cotswolds tour with Elaine. She'll be thrilled to know you appreciated her local knowledge, the extra stops at some of the beautiful historic churches, and the little touches like taking group photos to help you remember your day. We're also pleased that the tour booklet helped you make the most of each stop, and that Elaine was able to finish your day by dropping you at your hotel. Thank you for choosing Go Cotswolds. We hope to welcome you back on another Go Cotswolds guided tour in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Thu, Sat
- Price range
- $70 to $80
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 35
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 85
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Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oxford.
How much does Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh cost?
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Prices start at $70 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 Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 85 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 100 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Oxford, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh?
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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 Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh?
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Around 35 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh 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.
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