Custom charter tour · Cotswolds
Cotswolds custom charter tours
Honey-coloured stone villages, ancient churches and rolling hills – the quintessential English countryside, village by village, in a private vehicle.
From £320 per vehicle per day · You receive a quotation before anything is confirmed. Submitting a form does not create a confirmed booking.
The Cotswolds is a protected landscape of gentle hills and characterful villages built from warm, golden limestone. It's one of the most picturesque parts of England, and a favourite with visitors from around the world.
The villages are spread out and public transport between them is limited, which makes a private vehicle the easiest way to explore. From Nottingham, the Cotswolds work well as a day trip, and pair naturally with Oxford or Blenheim Palace.
Highlights
Bibury
Home to Arlington Row, a row of weavers' cottages that is one of England's most photographed views.
Bourton-on-the-Water
Low stone bridges over the River Windrush.
Stow-on-the-Wold
A hilltop market town with antique shops and old coaching inns.
Lower & Upper Slaughter
Tiny, tranquil villages linked by a riverside path.
Broadway & Broadway Tower
A handsome high street and far-reaching views from the tower.
Chipping Campden
An elegant wool town with a historic market hall.
Example itinerary
Example itineraryExample: classic Cotswold villages in a day
- Day 1
- Morning pickup in Nottingham
- Stow-on-the-Wold – coffee and a wander
- Lower Slaughter – riverside walk
- Bourton-on-the-Water – lunch stop
- Bibury and Arlington Row
- Return to Nottingham
Example itineraryExample: Cotswolds and Oxford over two days
- Day 1
- Chipping Campden and Broadway
- Broadway Tower viewpoint
- Overnight in the Cotswolds (hotel not included)
- Day 2
- Bibury
- Blenheim Palace or Oxford city centre
- Return to Nottingham
Approximate travel considerations
- Village lanes are narrow and parking is limited, especially on summer weekends.
- Popular villages such as Bibury and Bourton-on-the-Water are busiest in the middle of the day.
- Shops and tearooms in smaller villages may keep shorter hours out of season.
- Comfortable shoes are useful – the best parts are explored on foot.
Suitable for
First-time UK visitors
The classic English countryside most people imagine.
Photographers
Stone cottages, gardens and golden light.
Families
Easy walks, rivers and plenty of places to stop.
Older travellers
Relaxed pace with short walks between stops.
Frequently asked questions
Can we see the Cotswolds in one day from Nottingham?
Yes – the Cotswolds work well as a day trip. We'll suggest a realistic selection of villages so you're not rushed.
Can we combine the Cotswolds with Oxford?
Yes, they combine naturally. For a relaxed pace we'd suggest two days, but a single long day is possible.
Can you recommend places to eat?
We can suggest areas with plenty of choice. Meals are not included unless stated in your quotation.
Plan your Cotswolds tour
Tell us your dates and the villages you'd like to see.
You receive a quotation before anything is confirmed. Submitting a form does not create a confirmed booking.