From London: 7 Unmissable Cotswolds Sights Small Group Tour

Highlights

• Departs 7.30am outside London Paddington Railway Station
• Travel in an executive-class small-group minibus or midibus
• Enjoy plenty of free time to explore
• Immerse yourself in some vibrant tales of the Cotswolds
• Start this tour at the most iconic spot in the Cotswolds: Arlington Row, Bibury

Description

From London: Full-Day Cotswolds Small-Group Tour

Discover the Cotswolds on a full-day small-group tour from London, combining famous villages, peaceful corners and scenic countryside. See seven highlights: five village visits plus scenic drives past Cotswold Lavender and Broadway Tower.

Travel in a luxury 16-seat minibus or 27-seat midibus with panoramic windows and extra legroom. Your expert guide shares local insights along the way, while you enjoy the scenery without arranging transport between villages.

Depart from Lite Bite Cafe Bar near London Paddington. After approximately two hours, arrive in the Cotswolds for a day of honey-coloured cottages, riverside walks and historic market towns.

Bibury & Arlington Row — 30 minutes
Begin in picturesque Bibury, home to the much-photographed Arlington Row. Admire the historic cottages, stroll beside the River Coln and capture the classic Cotswolds scenery. Enjoy time to explore this beautiful village at your own pace.

Bourton-on-the-Water — 1 hour 20 minutes
Discover the “Venice of the Cotswolds”, where low stone bridges cross the River Windrush. Enjoy a guided visit and take in the riverside setting, charming streets and village atmosphere. This longer visit gives you time to appreciate one of the region's best-loved destinations.

Snowshill — 30 minutes
Explore a quieter side of the Cotswolds in Snowshill. Wander through the village, admire its traditional stone cottages and take in the surrounding countryside. This peaceful stop adds a different flavour to your day alongside the better-known villages.

Broadway Village — 1 hour 30 minutes
Pause in Broadway Village for free time, lunch and sightseeing. Wander along its elegant high street, browse independent shops and admire the golden stone buildings. Choose somewhere to eat and enjoy the freedom to spend this longer break your way.

Cotswold Lavender & Broadway Tower — scenic drive-bys
Enjoy countryside views as the route passes Cotswold Lavender and Broadway Tower. Look out for these distinctive sights from the vehicle. These two highlights are scenic drive-bys rather than walking visits; tower entry and time exploring the lavender fields are not part of the itinerary.

Stow-on-the-Wold — 50 minutes
Finish your village visits in this historic hilltop market town. Explore its market square and streets, browse antique shops or seek out St Edward's Church, known for its doorway framed by yew trees. Enjoy self-guided time before the return journey.

With five village visits, a generous lunch break and two scenic drive-bys, this tour brings together a varied selection of Cotswolds experiences in one day. Travel with an expert guide, explore the villages and return to your London Paddington meeting point after an approximately two-hour journey.

Choose your date and reserve your place for a memorable day in the Cotswolds.