A tour to explore Oxford and traditional Cotswolds villages
On this tour, you'll explore Oxford city and get a chance to visit traditional Cotswolds villages. The first stop will be Oxford, home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world. Here, you'll have a chance to explore the colleges, go to a vantage point to admire the skyline or visit the Ashmolean Museum.
Afterwards, the tour will take you to Burford, a charming market town touted as the "Gateway to the Cotswolds." The next stop will be Bibury, once described by William Morris as England's prettiest village. After some free time to see the main sites including Arlington Row, the tour vehicle will take you on a comfortable trip back to London.
What's included
Transportation
Guide services
Small group tour
What's not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Admissions
Food and drinks
Tips
Accessibility
Public transport links nearby
Health & safety
Suitable for all fitness levels
Restrictions
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the activity starts.
Languages spoken by guide
English (UK)
Additional information
The minimum age to participate in this tour is five years.
Each traveller is allowed one suitcase with a maximum weight of 14 kg (55 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm) and one carry-on bag (handbag or rucksack) for personal items.
If you are interested in visiting any of the Oxford colleges, libraries or museums, please book your tickets in advance. The visit to Oxford will be approximately from 11:00 to 13:00.
Please follow the local COVID-19 guidelines and regulations in order to join the tour.
Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Rabbies Trail Burners
Itinerary information
Duration:10hours
Stop at:Oxford
Free admission
Your first stop is Oxford, where you have time to explore the precincts of the many colleges, climb one of the vantage points to take in the skyline, or see the art and antiquities collections in the Ashmolean Museum. The choice is yours.
2 hours
Stop at:Burford
Free admission
Our next stop is in Burford, the ‘Gateway to the Cotswolds’. It’s a small market town with enormous character and a huge history. The main street is lined with gorgeously quaint cottages and properties. You have time here to take in the local charm and hospitality; and if you’re hungry, you can try a traditional English ‘Afternoon Tea’.
45 minutes
Stop at:Bibury
Free admission
Finally, you make the short journey to Bibury, described by William Morris as the prettiest village in England, and the place that Henry T Ford wished to dismantle and ship back to the USA. Here we have time to stroll past the famous and fairytale-like Arlington Row. After a full day exploring the city of Oxford and the villages of the Cotswolds we’ll embark on the comfortable return journey to London.
45 minutes
Location
Departure point
Stance 3, Green Line Coach Station, Bulleid Way, London, SW1W 9SL
This tour departs from Stance 3 in the Greenline Coach Station. This is located directly behind Victoria Train Station and diagonally across from Victoria Coach Station.
End point
Green Line Coach Station, Bulleid Way, London, SW1W 9SL
