Private group day tour · Stratford-upon-Avon

Private Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-upon-Avon

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Explore the Cotswolds from Stratford-upon-Avon on a relaxed full-day private group tour through picture-perfect villages, rolling countryside and hidden gems. Make this route your own with an exclusive vehicle, flexible stops and agreed hotel pickup and drop-off.

Luxury minibus or midibus for 16–30 guestsPrivate pickup and drop-offItinerary tailored to your group
Arlington Row in Bibury on the Cotswolds tour from LondonShakespeare Coaches minibus during the Cotswolds tourHoney-stone Cotswolds church and village churchyardSt Edward’s Church doorway in Stow-on-the-WoldSheep grazing in the Cotswolds countryside

Highlights

  • See the iconic cottages of Bibury and Arlington Row at a pace that suits your group.
  • Enjoy unhurried free time in Bourton-on-the-Water, Broadway and Stow-on-the-Wold.
  • Pause in tiny Snowshill and travel a scenic route past Broadway Tower and Middle Hill.
  • Choose a suitable pickup, drop-off and pace for your private group.

Your private day

Use the published Cotswolds Day Tour from Stratford-upon-Avon route as a starting point. We can adjust the order of stops, time at each place and meal breaks around your interests, group size and pickup point.

Tell us about luggage, accessibility needs and any attractions you would like to enter. We will confirm a feasible route, vehicle, driver arrangements, inclusions and price before you book.

Collection point

Shakespeare’s Birthplace Coach Station, Windsor Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6NL

Private pick-up time is agreed with your group. Hotel pickup or another suitable location can be discussed and confirmed in your quote. We confirm your exact address, time and drop-off before travel.

Tours accommodate 16–30 guests; the vehicle is agreed for your group.

Your itinerary

The original tour route, stops and timings are shown below. Private pickup time and location can be agreed with your group.

Stratford-upon-Avon · 9:00 am

Meet your driver-guide at the Shakespeare’s Birthplace Coach Terminal and settle into your executive vehicle.

Private pickup time and location agreed with your group.

Bourton-on-the-Water · 50 minutes

Explore the riverside village, stone bridges and independent shops.

Bibury & Arlington Row · 30 minutes

Walk beside the River Coln and see one of England’s most photographed rows of cottages.

Stow-on-the-Wold · 1 hour 20 minutes

Enjoy time for lunch and explore the historic market square, old coaching inns and characterful lanes.

Snowshill Village · 25 minutes

Pause in this quiet hillside village and take in its honey-stone cottages and countryside views.

Secret Cotswolds Villages

Follow scenic back roads to discover quieter villages and hidden Cotswolds corners away from the main visitor routes.

Scenic Cotswolds Drive By

  • Cotswold Lavender Farm
  • Broadway Tower
Subject to seasonal access and local conditions.

Chipping Campden · 1 hour

Explore the historic market town and its golden-stone high street.

Dover’s Hill · 20 minutes

Take in panoramic countryside views before the return journey.

Stratford-upon-Avon · around 5:30 pm

Return to Stratford-upon-Avon after a full day in the Cotswolds.

Private drop-off at your agreed location.

What’s included

Included in the private tour quote

  • Exclusive Luxury minibus or midibus for 16–30 guests, as agreed
  • Professional driver and agreed pickup and drop-off
  • Planning around your group and the agreed route
  • Vehicle travel to the confirmed stops

Confirm separately

  • Meals and drinks
  • Optional attraction entry
  • Specialist guides or extra services unless included in your quote

Pickup and drop-off

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Stratford-upon-Avon can be arranged. Share your exact address, preferred date and group size. Southampton cruise pickup or other areas can also be discussed where the route and ship timings allow.

Good to know

  • Admission tickets, meals and any specialist guide are confirmed in your quote.
  • Stops and timings may change with traffic, weather, opening hours and access.
  • Tell us about mobility requirements and luggage before the vehicle is confirmed.

Private group tour questions

Can we change the route or spend longer at a stop?

Yes. Tell us your priorities and we will propose a practical itinerary for your group’s date and pickup point.

Can you collect us from our hotel?

Yes, from a suitable agreed location. Your pickup and drop-off details will be confirmed with the quote.

Are tickets and meals included?

They are included only when listed in your tailored quote. We can discuss admission and meal arrangements while planning.

Which vehicle is available?

Tell us the number of guests, luggage and any access needs. We will confirm whether a Luxury minibus or midibus for 16–30 guests suits the day.

How large can our private group be?

Private tours accommodate 16–30 guests, with the vehicle and collection arrangements confirmed in your tailored quote.

Can children under three travel?

Children under three cannot travel on our tours.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours of departure are non-refundable.

Are 2026 and 2027 dates available?

2026 and 2027 departure dates are being updated. Please check the booking calendar or contact us for availability.

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