Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London
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Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London

Outty Ranking 86 4.9 · 359 traveler reviews11.5 hoursFrom $209
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86/100

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Is Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London worth booking?

Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London is a 11.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $209 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 359 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
86 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (359)
Duration
11.5 hours
From
$209 per person

Explore Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Cotswolds, and discover the best of England in one day on this small group tour, maximum 16 people, from London. Visit historic Stratford-upon-Avon with a guide and learn of the life of William Shakespeare — widely considered to be England’s most famous poet. Spin through the pretty countryside to characterful Cotswold villages, where life ticks by at a relaxing pace. Then, explore the medieval city of Oxford — home to one of the world’s oldest universities and join your tour guide for a walking tour to learn and see more. Tour includes guide and round-trip luxury mini-coach travel from central London.

What you get

    About this experience

    Explore Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Cotswolds, and discover the best of England in one day on this small group tour, maximum 16 people, from London. Visit historic Stratford-upon-Avon with a guide and learn of the life of William Shakespeare — widely considered to be England’s most famous poet. Spin through the pretty countryside to characterful Cotswold villages, where life ticks by at a relaxing pace. Then, explore the medieval city of Oxford — home to one of the world’s oldest universities and join your tour guide for a walking tour to learn and see more. Tour includes guide and round-trip luxury mini-coach travel from central London.

    What's included

    Included

    • Round-trip travel by air-conditioned luxury Mercedes minicoach from central London
    • Bottled water
    • Experienced knowledgeable and welcoming tour driver/guide
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Walking tours of Oxford and panoramic driving tour of Stratford
    • Fully commentated small group guided tour

    Not included

    • Optional entry to Shakespeare's birthplace. Child - £9.75 Adult £19.50 Concession £16 Family £48.75
    • Food and drink
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Stratford-upon-Avon

      Visit the world famous beautiful historic town - birthplace of The Bard - William Shakespeare. Explore the charming streets, shops and cafes. Stroll along the River Avon. Visit Shakespeare's birthplace if you wish, and see the impressive Royal Shakespeare Company theatre. Your guide will take you on a guided drive through the town pointing out it's most historic features.

      120 minutes here

    2. Henley Street

      Explore the buzzing Henley Street - home to William Shakespeare and family in the 16th century.

      30 minutes here

    3. Shakespeare's Birthplace

      You'll have the chance to enter the house where William Shakespeare was born back in 1564 - resorted to it's 16 century character.

      45 minutes here · Admission not included

    4. Holy Trinity Church

      Visit the 800 year old church where Shakespeare is buried alongside family members and the opportunity to see Shakespeare's grave. Please note this is a working church and can close at no notice on occasion.

      15 minutes here

    5. Cotswolds

      Our drive through the Cotswolds lets you experience the most beautiful and picturesque countryside anywhere in England. Rolling lush green hills, dotted with charming stone cottages. Fields, hedgerows, wildlife & flowers, this part of the country is stunning. We enter the Cotswolds around 20 minutes after leaving Stratford and don't leave the area until around 20 minutes before reaching Oxford later in the afternoon.

      120 minutes here

    6. Stow-on-the-Wold Market Square

      Explore this historical Cotswolds market square in the famous and beautiful Cotswolds town of Stow on the Wold. Perhaps enjoy a cup of tea and a slice of cake from a local bakery, or have a browse in one of the many antique shops around the square.

      25 minutes here

    7. Bibury

      Visit "England's most beautiful village" - as described by historic style champion William Morris. The is the ultimate in Cotswolds beauty. A perfect charming village with small stone cottages and a babbling trout filled brook running right through the heart of the village. View the "Arlington Row" a famous row of stone cottages built in the 14th century, over 600 years ago. Take photos you will treasure forever.

      30 minutes here

    8. Arlington Row

      Admire the Cotswolds most famous and most beautiful row of stone cottages, set in the exquisite backdrop of England's most beautiful village - Bibury.

      15 minutes here

    9. University of Oxford

      Walk amongst Oxford University's most famous, historic and beautiful buildings. Join your guide on a 45 minute walking tour to see some of Oxford's highlights and hear stories of the English speaking world's oldest university and some of the characters it has produced over the last 900+ years.

      120 minutes here

    10. Radcliffe Camera

      Oxford's most famous and breath-taking view, the domed historic university building of Radcliffe Camera set in the stunning Radcliffe Square. Oxford's most famous and admired view.

      15 minutes here · Admission not included

    11. Bodleian Library

      See one of Europe's oldest libraries, the spectacular and grand Bodleian Library. One of Oxford's true highlights.

      10 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    London

    Join us at our second pick up point for this tour, from outside the front of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Victoria. See departure point information for more details. Departure time: 9.10am

    Meeting point

    London

    London Eye pickup: Join us at our first pick up point for this tour, from the corner of Belvedere Road and Chicheley Street, near the London Eye. See departure point information for more details. Departure time: 8.45am

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Join us at our second pick up point for this tour, from outside the front of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Victoria. See departure point information for more details. Departure time: 9.10am

    Ends at

    London Eye pickup: Join us at our first pick up point for this tour, from the corner of Belvedere Road and Chicheley Street, near the London Eye. See departure point information for more details. Departure time: 8.45am

    Options you can book

    • London Eye departure point

      Join us at our first pick up point for this tour, from the corner of Belvedere Road and Chicheley Street, near the London Eye. See departure point information for more details. Departure time: 8.45am

    • Victoria departure point

      Join us at our second pick up point for this tour, from outside the front of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Victoria. See departure point information for more details. Departure time: 9.10am Starting point: DoubleTree by Hilton London - Victoria, 2 Bridge Pl, Pimlico, London SW1V 1QA, 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
    Wed, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 4 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    The English Bus

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Minimum age is three years
    • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
    • A moderate amount of walking is involved, and across some uneven surfaces
    • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
    • No large items of luggage are permitted, luggage compartment is limited
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
    • Please do not travel if unwell and/or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19

    Photos

    Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London, photo 2Arlington Row - Cotswolds, Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from LondonRadcliffe Square Oxford, Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from LondonTudor Stratford, Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from LondonSmall Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London, photo 6William Shakespeare's house, Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 359 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    8 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    359 verified traveler reviews for Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Deepanwita_G · September 2026

    Fun one

    The tour was organised. Tour guide was understanding and humorous. He knew the balance between talking non stop and giving relevant info along with anecdotes.

    Response from the operator: We're absolutely delighted to read this — thank you so much! That balance between commentary and peace and quiet is something really hard to get right, but it sounds like your guide nailed it, and we are very glad. We're very proud of our small team here at The English Bus. Thanks again for choosing to travel with us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure with The English Bus one day — check our website for live availability and best prices. All the best for now, Jen

    via Viator

    Tourist46736094410 · September 2026

    Beautiful day in the Cotswolds

    Took the Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford tour with Val last week. Can't recommend this trip highly enough. Val is an expert on the sights we visited and a lot of fun too! She provided so much information and passed it along to us in an entertaining fashion every step of the way. The day was fast paced but flew by and we didn't want it to end. Val was professional, highly knowledgeable and just fun to hang out with! Good driver too! Book it if you get the chance!

    Response from the operator: This made our day — thank you so much! Val is absolutely brilliant and you've described her perfectly — that rare combination of genuine expertise and just being great fun to spend a day with is exactly what makes her so special. We're very lucky to have her as part of our small team here at The English Bus. Thanks again for choosing to travel with us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure with The English Bus one day — check our website for live availability and best prices. All the best for now, Jen

    via Tripadvisor

    Charlotte_C · September 2026

    Lucy our Guide, was very...

    Lucy our Guide, was very friendly and knowledgeable. The tour was fun and informative. Had plenty of time to stroll on our own.

    Response from the operator: What a fantastic review — thank you so much! Lucy is brilliant and we're so pleased she made the day such an enjoyable one — that balance of guided commentary and free time to explore at your own pace is exactly what we aim for. Guides like Lucy are exactly what The English Bus is all about. Thanks again for choosing to travel with us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure with The English Bus one day — check our website for live availability and best prices. All the best for now, Jen

    via Viator

    Kenneth_C · August 2026

    The BEST Bus Tour!

    This was the most informative, friendly, knowledgeable and comprehensive tour I have ever experienced in my 20 plus years of worldwide travel. The tour was conducted in a small but exceedingly comfortable bus. The tour was very intimate in size and handled by Lucy Crane who was impressively knowledgeable, friendly, compassionate , informative and highly intelligent. This is a MUST Take TOUR!

    Response from the operator: Hi Kenneth, Wow, what an incredible review—thank you so much for sharing such high praise! To hear that this was the single best tour you've experienced in over 20 years of worldwide travel is the ultimate compliment. We are beyond thrilled that you enjoyed the comfort of our small-group setting, but even more delighted by your kind words for Lucy. She is an extraordinary guide, and her intelligence, warmth, and passion for sharing history truly make our trips special. We will be sure to pass this glowing feedback straight to her! Thank you again for the glowing recommendation, and we would absolutely love to welcome you back on board the bus whenever your travels bring you back to town! All the best, Lilly @ The English Bus

    via Viator

    bradh3 · August 2026

    Good outing, great guide

    Th all-day trip was great, but our guide Cara Withers was even better! She was super upbeat, sensitive to the groups needs, and very knowledgeable. I would seek her out as guide again, for sure.

    Response from the operator: Hello Brad, Thank you so much for your review - so great to hear that you enjoyed your day with us and the wonderful Cara so much. Thank you for joining us, we hope you have great memories of the tour for many years to come! All the best, Chris The English Bus

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    11.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Wed, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    126
    Verdict
    Exceptional

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by The English Bus, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 88.1 and 1 in the 90+ Club.

    See everything The English Bus runs

    Why this scores 86

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)78
    Booking momentum (14% weight)74
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)81
    Local standing (8% weight)78
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.

    How much does Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London cost?

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    Prices start at $209 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 Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London take?

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    Plan for about 11.5 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 Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 359 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London?

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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 Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London?

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    Around 126 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 11.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London 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 The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour, Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs. 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.

    What is included in Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London?

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    Included: Round-trip travel by air-conditioned luxury Mercedes minicoach from central London; Bottled water; Experienced knowledgeable and welcoming tour driver/guide; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Walking tours of Oxford and panoramic driving tour of Stratford. Not included: Optional entry to Shakespeare's birthplace. Child - £9.75 Adult £19.50 Concession £16 Fami; Food and drink; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London?

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    Join us at our second pick up point for this tour, from outside the front of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Victoria. See departure point information for more details. Departure time: 9.10am Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in London. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London?

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    Across 359 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, organization. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    What booking options are available for Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including London Eye departure point, Victoria departure point. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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