Cotswolds Day Trip from London with Optional Village Lunch

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(1,711 reviews)
London, England

10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Escape London's crowds for a day trip to the picture-perfect Cotswolds for lunch. You'll visit a region that is forever England, seemingly unchanged by the modern world and famous for its beautiful villages and rolling hills. There will be time to visit quaint villages such as Burford before enjoying a fabulous two-course lunch in a traditional English hotel restaurant.

What's Included

Expert local guide
2-course lunch in the heart of the Cotswolds (if lunch option selected)
Travel by comfortable air-conditioned coach
Guided tour of Cotswold villages
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Victoria Coach Station

Located a 5 - 7 minute walk from Victoria Railway / Underground station. Please go inside the building and go to Premium Tours desk located at Gate 18 - 20.

End point
Victoria Railway Station

The station is served by the Victoria, District and Circle line with easy access to trains/buses/taxis.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Burford

    Our full-day tour begins in the charming town of Burford, often called the ‘gateway to the Cotswolds’. Its beautiful high street is lined with buildings made from every shade of Cotswold stone. You'll have time to explore the local tea rooms, browse unique shops, and soak up the historic atmosphere.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Bibury

    Next, we visit Bibury – often called the 'Prettiest village in the Cotswolds', a title given by designer William Morris. Set along the clear waters of the River Coln, Bibury is full of postcard-perfect charm. We’ll enjoy a short walking tour through the village before arriving at the Swan Hotel, a lovely place to relax and take in the view.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Arlington Row

    Arlington Row is Bibury’s most famous and beloved spot, with its charming honey-colored cottages dating back to the 14th century. Once home to weavers, this iconic row is one of the most photographed places in the whole of Cotswolds.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    The Swan Hotel, Bibury

    We’ll enjoy a traditional lunch at the charming Swan Hotel, a historic Cotswold coaching inn once used to rest travelers and horses. Enjoy a delicious two-course meal, with a selection of local ales and fine wines available. (Lunch included if option selected.)

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Stow-on-the-Wold

    Our last stop is Stow-on-the-Wold, a historic market town perched high on a hill at 800 feet, where ancient trade routes once crossed. Today, its picturesque streets are lined with antique shops, independent boutiques, and cosy cafés. You’ll have free time to explore, do a bit of shopping, or relax with a cup of traditional English tea before we head back to London.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If you choose the 'Tour Only' option, you'll have free time to buy food in Burford before heading to Bibury, where food options are limited. Lunch can be added as an upgrade on the day of travel, subject to availability.
  • On rare occasions, the lunch venue or itinerary order may change for operational reasons.
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