Tours/Oxford/Cotswolds One Day Guided Cycle Tour - Private Groups
Cotswolds One Day Guided Cycle Tour - Private Groups
4.9(8)Oxford7–8 hours
VIATOR5.0(3)TRIPADVISOR4.8(5)
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At a glance
Duration
7–8 hours
Price from
$336 / person
Location
Oxford, United Kingdom
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 8 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Visit Stratford and Cotswolds Blenheim Tours
Meeting point
This tour meets outside my home in Long Hanborough village- the actual address will be shared after you book the tour. It is 30 minutes walk from Hanborough train station or about 5 minutes by taxi from station and I can reserve a taxi for you, if you request me to do so.
Description
You will see more scenic beauty & experience nature better on a bike tour than by car. This tour is delivered only by myself, Alasdair and my local colleagues. I am the business owner of Visit Oxford Tours. However, for insurance purposes, these tours are actually booked to be conducted privately via myself as a self employed sole trader offering you a personal service. They are not delivered as a product delivered by Visit Oxford Tours Ltd. This legal distinction will be reconfirmed in writing whenever any booking is received.
Default itinerary is 10am to 5.30pm.
The Cotswolds is a scenic part of England located only 10 minutes by train from Oxford or less than 30 minutes tax ride from Oxford. Oxford is only 60 minutes from London Paddington station. It's my pleasure to share these sights & heritage with you on an active cycling tour.
Participants must be fit and aged 14+ as the Cotswolds roads are lots of up and down cycling but the scenery plus the villages here are beautiful.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
10:00 AM
Next available
Sun, Oct 4
Adult (ages 18–59)
$336
Youth (ages 14–17)
$202
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Cotswolds One Day Guided Cycle Tour - Private Groups
Itinerary
North Leigh Roman Villa
20 min
We will stop here for a brief visit to see the ruins of the sizeable Roman villa. This part of England also has many roads built on what were originally Roman roads. This site is free entry and it's about 4 miles cycle from our start point.
Crawley
Pass by
Crawley is just one of several very picturesque little villages of hamlets which we pass through on the route. You can see many gorgeous traditional Cotswolds stone cottages and quaint gardens in these villages.
Pass by
This is another scenic village we may pass through. If needed for a drink or a lunch stop, Wilcote also has a pub.
Minster Lovell
60 min
You can see some truly beautifully preserved cottage lanes here and there is also the option to stop for drinks or lunch here too but the main attraction is the ruins of the medieval Minster Lovell manor home and priory.
Burford
90 min
Burford is commonly known as, 'the gateway to the Cotswolds', thanks partly to its location and to its very historic high street. In fact, this village has appeared in several historic tv dramas on BBC TV.
Burford has lots of cafes and shops and we could stop here for afternoon tea, if desired.
Swinbrook
30 min
Another very scenic location for a small village
What's included
Included
Use of bicycle
Not included
There are various options for where we can schedule drinks or lunch stops but please make sure to carry water and any snacks as this is an active day out and requires a moderate fitness level!
Traveller Ratings
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How it compares in Oxford
Starting price $336 is 43% above the typical $235 for tours of similar length in Oxford
Excurgo comparison of 262 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cotswolds One Day Guided Cycle Tour - Private Groups take?
Cotswolds One Day Guided Cycle Tour - Private Groups lasts about 7–8 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Cotswolds One Day Guided Cycle Tour - Private Groups cost?
Prices start at $336 per person for this Oxford experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cotswolds One Day Guided Cycle Tour - Private Groups run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM.
Can I cancel Cotswolds One Day Guided Cycle Tour - Private Groups for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is This tour meets outside my home in Long Hanborough village- the actual address will be shared after you book the tour. It is 30 minutes walk from Hanborough train station or about 5 minutes by taxi from station and I can reserve a taxi for you, if you request me to do so. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Cotswolds One Day Guided Cycle Tour - Private Groups offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Cotswolds One Day Guided Cycle Tour - Private Groups worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 8 verified reviews; it is run by Visit Stratford and Cotswolds Blenheim Tours.
Reviews(8)
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Nancy D
May 18, 2026
Purely unwind
a fantastic bike ride through the typical landscapes typical of the Cotswolds: the hedges, the sheep, the small nice villages (the lesser known, so less touristy. Our guide John did a great job: my electric bike didn't work properly and he immediately switched his bike in front of mine and cycled bravely and in good spirits through the Cotswold hills without electricity. We got stories about the Romans, the sheep farmers, the Mitford sisters and so much more interesting tidbits. relax in its pure form. Highly recommended and a top guide !!
Operator response
I strangely never saw your review until now.
Thanks for taking the time to recommend your tour.
By the way, the bike which developed the fault, I got rid of that bike, as it was going to need the motor replaced completely.
Sincerely
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Gail_F
September 19, 2024
A happy customized experience
As a solo tour, I got to see what I wanted to I see and stay there as long as I wanted to spend. Oliver, custom created the experience I was looking for. He was also very patient to the point of getting off the bikes and walking when the downward hill we were facing was above my biking skills level.
Operator response
Hi Gail,
Thanks for recommending your tour experienced led by Oliver.
I will share that with him now.
Sincerely,
Alasdair
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Tamara_L
June 6, 2024
A perfect day biking through the Cotswolds
We had a beautiful experience biking in the Cotswolds….everything we expected and more. Oliver was a gracious, warm, competent, and knowledgeable guide, and made it a wonderful day for us.
Operator response
Hi Tamara,
Thanks for recommending your tour here with Oliver.
I am updating Oliver now.
Sincerely,
Alasdair
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Jenny_D
May 26, 2024
A Lovely Day!
We had an unforgettable day on this beautiful cycling tour!! We saw out of the way places we never would have found on our own, learned all sorts of interesting things from our amazing guide, and had a great meal at a beautiful pub. The equipment was high quality, the route was awesome (we encountered very few cars), and we always felt very safe. The e-bike allowed us to go as far as we wanted with only so much effort as we cared to contribute. This day will go down as one of those truly special ones in the adventure book! Book it, you won’t be sorry!
Operator response
Hi again Jenny,
Just followed up online now to respond to say thanks.
Sincerely,
Alasdair
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A7203GVterric
November 29, 2023
Love the Cotswolds
It was too wet and rainy for the bike tour so our guide took us in his car. It was EXCELLENT. He was very knowlegable, friendly and a great way to spend a reainy English day.
Operator response
Thanks for your recommendation.
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betsyf729
August 4, 2023
Fantastic
We spent a month working in Oxford, from the States, and so I splurged for my teenage son and friend, 18 and 16. They loved it. Nadine was their guide. My 18 yr old sent a text on way back, in the taxi: “that was honestly the best bike trip i’ve ever done, thank you so much for that mom! you really hit the jackpot on this one”
Operator response
Hi Elisabeth,
Thanks for recommending the Cotswolds cycle tour with us.
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Navigator45973797144
May 19, 2023
Fantastic day cycle tour of the Cotswolds with Alasdair
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our time with Alasdair who took us on this tour.
Given that our time in Cotswold was short (2 days), this tour checked all the boxes for us :
1) affable and knowledgeable guide (Alasdair) to show us around the villages, country lanes, and ruins
2) the flexible itinerary was good as it meant that we could stop wherever and whenever we wanted, and there was no time pressure - we could explore each site where we stopped at our pace
3) we get to see some pretty amazing sights that we would have missed had we been just driving around
4) getting around on the e-bikes was ideal for this type of terrain (up and down slopes); we get to exercise a bit but at the same time not over-exert
5) this type of tour is weather dependent and we were blessed to have a mainly sunny ride throughout the day in Spring
Operator response
Thanks for such a super recommendation!
Sincerely,
Alasdair
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668hedyr
October 26, 2020
Great cycling tour experience!
Did this tour as part of a trip to Oxford with my husband and our two little ones (8 and 12) - was a little concerned about their stamina for the cycling but our guide (Alasdair?) was happy to take it slow for us and all had a lovely time! Lovely day out, beautiful views and we now all know a lot more about the Cotswalds for sure!
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Operator response
Hiya. Thanks for leaving such a great recommendation of your cycle tour. I don't know why your review never showed up here sooner but anyway good to hear from you.
I am also now offering Cotswolds electric bike tours for families or couples with children aged 14+
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