Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace Private Day Tour from Oxford
Description
On this tour we will explore key highlights of the Cotswolds, as well as some small hidden villages. We then finish off by taking a nice relaxing stroll around Blenheim Palace, before we drive you home. You have complete flexibility so that you get to see the sights which interest you the most. We have a recommended route but the itinerary is totally flexible so if you would prefer to spend longer in a place you like or add an attraction which interests you then we can accommodate you. This tour is run by locals who are very passionate about what the area has to offer.
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Itinerary
Departing Oxford at 9am we start the day off visiting Burford, often called the ‘Gateway to the Cotswolds’. A very iconic town and home to one of the most beautiful and ancient churches in the region. Stories aplenty! From Burford your route takes you through some enchanting Cotswold villages to Bourton-on-the-Water, which is known as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’ and is arguably the most famous Cotswolds town. It’s regularly voted one of the prettiest villages in England. Our next stop is the picturesque village of Lower Slaughter, one of the most romantic villages in the Northern Cotswolds and set in the most amazing countryside. From Lower Slaughter we then continue on to Stow-on-the-Wold, the highest town in the Cotswolds. Here you will have time to browse among honey-coloured buildings, cosy pubs, narrow streets, interesting shops and tiny tea rooms. We will also enjoy lunch in one of the many pubs and tea rooms.
After lunch we travel to Blenheim Palace where we will spend 2 hours exploring the history and natural beautiful of Blenheim Palace, before we drive you back to your starting point.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Departure Point: We can collect you from anywhere in Oxford. The tour is also ideal for a day trip from London and you can take the direct train from London Paddington to Oxford station. This takes just under 1 hour.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 5 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Reviews(20)
Our driver Andrew was excellent. He had a plan for the day but was flexible to suit our plans. Blenheim was very interesting and worth seeing. The drive through the Cotswolds and walk around some of the towns was a great way to spend the day. Andrew's knowledge of the area and history as well as general discussion was much appreciated.
This was an excellent day and well spent with a private driver and tour guide. Sonya was our guide for the day, and she is amazing, flexible, personable, and friendly. Loved spending the day with her and would certainly request her again in the future.
Sonya did a great job. Our visits to Blenheim palace and a few towns in the Cotswolds were just right. She was quite knowledgeable about the area and associated history, and tailored out travel to suit us perfectly.
We had a delightful day exploring the Cotswolds and Blenheim with Andrew, he was full of interesting information and history of the local area. He had a lovely manner and good sense of humour which made for a wonderful experience.
Jo was wonderful! Very knowledgeable, accommodating to our needs, and just a lovely perdon in general. The Cotswolds really lived up to our expectations, and Blenheim Palace was great to children, with its Christmas fair. Overall, it was a great day!
Excellent from pickup to dropoff! Jo was most excellent guide plus amazing driving skills through those narrow windy roads . Jo was very knowledgeable which added to making the whole experience wonderful and memorable.
We had a very nice guide who took us to less traveled but still lovely Cotswolds villages and gave good recommendations on what to see and do in each town. Very nice to be dropped off and picked up and not have to worry about where to park!
Ian was a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable and very thorough. We talked with him throughout the day and learned quite a bit about the Cotswolds. I would recommend this tour if you'd like an excellent on day tour of the Cotswolds area.
We had a great day out with Ian as our tour guide. It was a nice mix of walking and exploring while covering many sites of interest. I highly recommend booking with Ian and enjoying this lovely part of the UK!
Hi Kathryn, thanks for the great review. It was a pleasure spending the day with you. Ian
Flexible collection & drop-off points was greatly appreciated. Our tour guide Ian is very and knowledgeable, we personalised our tour by spending some time in Oxford after Blenheim Palace. Amazing history and breathtaking scenery, will definitely visit Cotswolds again to visit other villages that we missed out. Highly recommend tour as you won’t be disappointed.
