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15 Best Cotswolds & Oxford Day Trips from London

Day trips pairing Oxford’s colleges with Cotswolds villages, sifted down to the ones that give real time in both. Expect a ten to eleven hour day with stops in Burford or Bibury. Christ Church closes to visitors during university events; check before booking if the college is your main draw.

1.London: Full-Day Windsor, Stonehenge, and Oxford Tour

Discover the magic of London with a full-day tour exploring Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Oxford. Uncover centuries of history and create unforgettable memories.

Most Popular★ 4.4

“We really enjoyed Windsor Castle, unfortunately photos weren’t allowed. It is a beautiful place. The weather at Stonehenge was terrible but it was very interesting. Oxford was great, the buildings were incredible. Our guide Kevin was really good and very knowledgeable. He had great stories.”

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2.London: Harry Potter Studio Tour and Oxford Day Trip

Discover the magic of Harry Potter at London's Studio Tour and explore the historic charm of Oxford on this unforgettable day trip.

★ 4.7

“It was fun. We would not have been able to visit otherwise. Even though it was delayed due to traffic conditions, we still managed to reach our destination. Our guide was informative and funny. We enjoyed it. Two thumbs up!”

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3.From London: Full-Day Cotswolds Small-Group Tour

Discover the charm of the Cotswolds on this unforgettable small-group tour from London. Immerse yourself in picturesque landscapes and quaint villages. Book now!

★ 4.8

“Trip was very good, got to see as much as we could with the travel time from London to be considered. Very well run and our driver was full of knowledge which made the trip more interesting.”

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5.Oxford, Stratford-Upon-Avon and Warwick Castle Day Trip From London

Discover the iconic landmarks of Oxford, experience the birthplace of Shakespeare in Stratford-Upon-Avon, and immerse yourself in the medieval grandeur of Warwick Castle. Join us on an unforgettable day trip from London.

★ 4.5

“Robert and John were two amazing hosts who shared lot of nitty gritty, historic details about every place we were passinf by and made sure the entire drive through places wasnt a snooze fest but something were we learnt a bit too.”

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6.Leeds Castle, Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip From London With Guided Cathedral Tour

Explore the captivating landmarks of Leeds Castle, Cliffs of Dover, and Canterbury. Immerse yourself in history with a guided cathedral tour. Discover England's hidden gems!

★ 4.5

“So glad we booked this tour. The guide made trip informative, pleasant. Locations were beautiful I don’t remember her name but She was helpful and knowledgeable.”

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8.Small-Group Cotswolds Tour (From London)

Discover the charm of the Cotswolds on a small-group tour. Escape the city and explore picturesque villages, stunning landscapes, and timeless beauty. Book your adventure now!

★ 5.0

“This was a fantastic tour! It gives you a great opportunity to experience a bit of the Cotswalds if you don’t have much time to visit. Ash was the guide on our tour, and he was fantastic! He was very knowledgeable about every spot we…”

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9.Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Oxford Day Trip From London

Explore the wonders of Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Oxford in a thrilling day trip from London. Uncover history, beauty, and adventure in one unforgettable journey.

★ 4.5

“It was a long day with not much time at each stop. Because the three destinations are at least an hour from each other, you have 1-2 hours at each stop depending on timeliness and traffic. It’s enough time to get a taste of the…”

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10.From London: Stonehenge, Avebury & Cotswolds Day Trip

Discover the ancient wonders of Stonehenge, Avebury, and the charming Cotswolds on an unforgettable day trip from London. Uncover the secrets of these iconic landmarks today!

★ 4.8

“Everything was great. Lucy was excellent, she explained everything beautifully and she answered to all of our questions. Mario also was a very good driver.”

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11.From London: Windsor, Oxford & Stonehenge Full-Day Trip

Explore the magical trio of Windsor, Oxford, and Stonehenge on a full-day trip from London. Uncover the secrets of England's history and immerse yourself in its enchanting landscapes.

★ 4.3

“With our Tourguide Danxia and Coach Lucian we have spent a wonderful time visiting Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Oxford University. We will highly recommend this trip to see all three in one day. Danxia knew a lot of information and interesting things about history and…”

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12.Cotswolds Small Group Tour From London

Experience the charm of the Cotswolds with our small group tour from London. Discover picturesque villages, stunning landscapes, and hidden gems. Book your adventure now!

★ 4.5

“It was easy to get to Evans Evan Tour near Victoria Station from the place we were staying. They had strict rules about hot drinks hot food which we understood but leaving early in the morning one needs their coffee. The ride out to and…”

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13.From London: Oxford and Cotswolds Villages Day Trip

Discover the picturesque charm of Oxford and the idyllic Cotswolds villages on a delightful day trip from London. Uncover England's enchanting countryside and academic heritage.

★ 4.6

“It was a rainy but yet still a fun day. Our guide Karl was awesome and we had so much fun because of his presence. Everything is on point. Thank you!”

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14.From London: Full-Day Cotswolds Tour With Lunch

Discover the timeless beauty of the Cotswolds on a full-day tour from London. Immerse yourself in picturesque villages, indulge in a delicious lunch, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

★ 4.6

“Hard to choose. The entire trip was wonderful! Peter was very knowledgeable about the area & he shared so much information with us. The stops we made were a good first introduction to the Cotswolds. I’m looking forward to returning to the area and exploring…”

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15.Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Tour From London

Discover the magic of Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Oxford on an unforgettable day tour from London. Uncover centuries of history and beauty in just one day!

★ 4.5

“We did a tour in late October 2025 that was led by Dan (Danxia). Our bus driver was Lucian. The tour consisted of stops at Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Oxford. It was a cold overcast day with intermittent drizzling rain and sustained winds. But despite…”

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4.5Lunch in the Cotswolds Tour From London10 hours (approx.)$109.62 4.5England in One Day: Stonehenge, Bath, the Cotswolds and Stratford-Upon-Avon Day Trip From London12 hours (approx.)$187.83 4.5Oxford and Traditional Cotswolds Villages Small-Group Day Tour From London10 hours (approx.)$100.12 4.5Downton Abbey Village, Blenheim Palace and Cotswolds Day Trip From London10 hours (approx.)$109.62 4.6London: Canterbury Cathedral, Dover Castle, and White Cliffs10.5 hours$148 4.5Canterbury Cathedral, Dover Castle & White Cliffs Guided Day Tour From London10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$152.63 4.4From London: Small Group Cotswolds Villages Tour10 hours - 1 day$173 4.5Warwick Castle, Oxford and Stratford-Upon-Avon Custom Day Trip From London10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$109.57 4.4From London: Cotswolds, Blenheim Palace & Downton Abbey1 day$106 4.5Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds & Warwick Castle Tour From London10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$106.10 4.4London: Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds, and Warwick Day Trip10 hours$103 4.4From London: Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral & Dover10 hours$141 4.5Downton Abbey and Oxford Tour From London Including Highclere Castle10 hours (approx.)$201.10 4.5Cotswolds Villages and Oxford Full Day Tour from London10 hours (approx.)$109.57 4.3From London: Cotswolds, Blenheim Palace & Downtown Abbey$106.41 4.5Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral, Dover & Greenwich River Boat11 hours (approx.)$147.91 4.5Blenheim Palace Tour and the Cotswolds Day Trip From London10 hours (approx.)$109.62 4.5Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter and Oxford Day Trip10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$183.32 4.7From London: Day Trip to Downton Abbey, Oxford and Bampton$222.25 4.7From London: Canterbury & White Cliffs of Dover Tour9.5 hours$106 4.8London: Downton Abbey, Cotswolds, and Highclere Castle Tour11 hours$268 4.0Small-Group Oxford, Warwick Castle and Stratford-upon-Avon11 hours (approx.)$102.83 4.5Full-Day White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Cathedral Tour From London10 hours (approx.)$109.62 4.0Small-Group Early Access Leeds Castle, Canterbury, and Greenwich11 hours (approx.)$143.97