Secret Cotswolds: Private Tour of Picture-Perfect Villages
About This Experience
Create your own itinerary or follow my recommendations, blending famous sights with lesser-known treasures. Enjoy plenty of time to wander honey-stone streets, browse independent shops, or capture stunning landscapes through your lens. As a local photographer, I’ll guide you to the best photo stops.
With a flexible schedule and relaxed pace, you'll experience the Cotswolds through the eyes of someone who lives here. Each tour is crafted around your interests—be it history, scenery, local flavours, or a bit of everything.
* Hotel pick-up and drop-off is available if you're staying in the Cotswolds. Please ask, I'll do my best.
Tour Itinerary
30 min
Chipping Campden - Famed for its honey-coloured stone buildings, Chipping Campden is one of the loveliest market towns in the Cotswolds. We'll stroll along its elegant High Street, dating back to the 14th century, and soak in the charm of traditional English architecture.
45 min
Broadway Tower - Perched on the second-highest point in the Cotswolds, Broadway Tower offers breathtaking panoramic views across 16 counties on a clear day. This iconic 18th-century folly has inspired artists, writers, and even served as a wartime lookout.
45 min
Snowshill - This charming village is known for its postcard-perfect cottages and the delightful Snowshill Manor, filled with eclectic treasures collected by Charles Paget Wade. In summer, the nearby lavender fields create a sea of purple against the rolling hills.
1 hour
Bourton-on-the-Water - Often called the “Venice of the Cotswolds,” Bourton-on-the-Water charms with its low stone bridges over the River Windrush. It’s a perfect spot to wander, shop, and enjoy traditional tea rooms by the water.
30 min
Bibury - Once described by William Morris as “the most beautiful village in England,” Bibury is world-famous for Arlington Row, its 14th-century weavers’ cottages. This riverside village is a photographer’s dream at any time of year.
30 min
Lower Slaughter - With its tranquil river, charming stone cottages, and a historic water mill, Lower Slaughter feels frozen in time. It’s a serene escape that perfectly captures the peaceful essence of the Cotswolds.
1 hour
Stow-on-the-Wold - Sitting proudly at the highest point in the Cotswolds, Stow-on-the-Wold has a rich history as a bustling wool town. Today, it’s loved for its antique shops, cosy pubs, and the famous church door that looks like it leads straight into a fairytale.
What's Included
Included
- Private tour with a licensed professional guide/driver
- Comfortable, air-conditioned car
- Souvenir map, booklet, or postcards to remember your visit
- Bottled water
- Stories and local insights throughout the tour
Not Included
- Lunch or refreshments (we’ll stop at recommended local pubs/cafés)
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Point & Logistics
Start Point
We'll pick you up from the car park just outside the Moreton-in-Marsh train station. For guests coming from London, the train from London Paddington arrives at 10.18 am. The tour will start after pick-up. Hotel pick-up is also available if you're staying in Cotswolds. Please ask, we'll do our best.
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Important Information
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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