What to do and see in Burford, England: The Best Sightseeing Tours

December 28, 2021 Brandee Mangan

Burford /ˈbɜːrfərd/ is a medieval town on the River Windrush in the Cotswold hills in West Oxfordshire, England. It is often referred to as the 'gateway' to the Cotswolds. Burford is located 18 miles (29 km) west of Oxford and 22 miles (35 km) southeast of Cheltenham, about 2 miles (3 km) from the Gloucestershire boundary. The toponym derives from the Old English words burh meaning fortified town or hilltown and ford, the crossing of a river. The 2011 Census recorded the population of Burford parish as 1,410 and Burford Ward as 1,847.
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1. Private Cotswold Villages from London: Burford, Stow-on-the-Wold

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Your expert guide will take you to a number of stunning English villages in the Cotswold region of the UK, near the city of Oxford, during this 10-hour journey. Enjoy free 4G WiFi to use all day inside the vehicle. You will be provided with free water to enjoy inside the vehicle as well. You will even get to stop at a secret place along the way to ensure you really do get that 'wow' factor. Your guide will know all the best places to stop and get that perfect photo and will even take them for you to make sure all of your group is in the photo together.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Professional guide/driver, Private small-group tour, Transport by private vehicle with working air-conditioning and heating and passenger sliding doors, Vehicle will seat 6 to 8 clients depending on group size we use brands like Ford, Mercedes, Hunyadi, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Entrance fees. All entry tickets to all chargeable sites need to be purchased by the client direct from the site's own website in advance. You may also purchase them on the day direct from the site, but this may take longer due to queue times and may cost more, Lunch, Gratuities, We do not use coaches for tours we use 7 to 9 seater minivans

Reviewed By Dr_Ooo

First, let me begin by saying that this review is SUPER LONG OVERDUE! My deepest apologies Nikhil! Second, HAPPY BIRTHDAY BROTHER from across the pond (we share the same birthday)!!! I hope this message finds you and yours well during this strange time. Dec 2018 my family made plans to take my mother, who’s never been abroad, to London. My sis (whose birthday is 4.17) booked this tour for the 5 of us. We were Nikhil’s 2nd tour, but we would have never known had he not told us. Nikhil’s love for country, joy, and overall exuberance is infectious. He never lost momentum, energy, and we never wanted for information. Every question from London, to Windsor Castle, to Stonehenge, to Bath, Nikhil could answer it all!! We lucked out! Anyone blessed enough to have Nikhil as their guide/historian is fortunate and any company smart enough to employ him must know how much of an asset he is professional, and how beautiful an individual he is personally. As mommy told you Nikhil, your mum raised you right! Thank you for the joy of your presence and for making our trip to London memorable!! Hope you’re birthday’s been a blast!! I had ice cream cake for breakfast!!

2. 2-Day Stonehenge, Cotswolds, Bath and Oxford Private Tour from Southampton

Undiscovered Cotswolds
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Visit the beautiful Cotswolds, the World Heritage Site of Stonehenge, Bath and Oxford on this Two-Day Private Tour from Southampton. Over two days see the prehistoric stone circle of Stonehenge, discover Britain’s grandest Georgian architecture in the city of Bath, spend the night in a quaint Cotswold village, and wander beneath the dreaming spires of Oxford.  Highlights • Two day tour from Southampton to Stonehenge, Bath, the Cotswolds and Oxford • Learn about the fascinating history of the Cotswolds villages • Explore the prehistoric stone circle of Stonehenge; a World Heritage Site • Visit the Roman Baths in the city of Bath • See the dreaming spires of England's most famous university city - Oxford • Private tour ensures personal attention from your local guide

Inclusions: Professional local guide/driver, Transportation in a modern comfortable air-conditioned vehicle., Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Tickets to Stonehenge and the Roman Baths

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drink, unless specified, Entrance fees, unless specified, Accommodation in the Cotswolds

Reviewed By mptaylor11

Our family had a wonderful time exploring Oxford and the Cotswolds with Graham, whom we found to be very knowledgable and friendly. The tour was well structured but also left enough flexibility for us to explore our specific interests. It felt like we were traveling with an old friend rather than someone we had just met. This was time well spent that provided us with fond memories from our family vacation.

3. Undiscovered Cotswolds Private Tour

Undiscovered Cotswolds
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The beauty of a private driving tour is the flexibility it gives you to see the sights which interest you the most.  We have a recommended route but the itinerary is totally flexible so if you would prefer to spend longer in a place you like or add an attraction which interests you then we can accommodate you. Our private tours last seven hours and can start and finish at the location of your choice.  The starting time for the tour is flexible and we can collect you from anywhere in the Northern Cotswolds area including Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon.  The tour is ideal for a day trip from London and the most cost/time effective option is to take a direct train from London Paddington to Oxford station. If you have any questions about transfers from outside of the Northern Cotswolds then please send us an message.

Inclusions: A seven hour tour of the North Cotswolds, A modern comfortable air conditioned vehicle, Knowledgeable local driver-guide, Full control over the itinerary and route, Pick up/drop off within the North Cotswolds including Oxford & Stratford-upon-Avon

Exclusions: Entrance fees to attractions, Food or refreshments, Pick up outside the North Cotswolds, Oxford or Stratford, Gratuities.

Reviewed By mptaylor11

Our family had a wonderful time exploring Oxford and the Cotswolds with Graham, whom we found to be very knowledgable and friendly. The tour was well structured but also left enough flexibility for us to explore our specific interests. It felt like we were traveling with an old friend rather than someone we had just met. This was time well spent that provided us with fond memories from our family vacation.

4. Private Cotswolds tour from Bath

10 Bridge St, Bath BA2 4AP, UK Undiscovered Cotswolds
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The beauty of your private Cotswolds Tour from Bath is the freedom and flexibility that it gives you on the day.  This tour has a set itinerary where we have a recommended route. Here we have combined idyllic villages with the more famous Cotswold towns. This gives you a wonderful overview and experience of what the Cotswolds is all about. As it is a private tour we are totally flexible as to how long you would like in each place. We are also very flexible and are more than happy to modify the itinerary on the day if you would like. 

Inclusions: A modern comfortable air conditioned vehicle, A nine hour tour, Fully designed and balanced itinerary with a mix of guidance and free time if required, Knowledgeable local driver-guide, Pick up/drop off within the Bath region and nearby towns and villages

Exclusions: Food or refreshments, Gratuities , Pick up outside the Bath or local region. Please contact us for more details.

Reviewed By mptaylor11

Our family had a wonderful time exploring Oxford and the Cotswolds with Graham, whom we found to be very knowledgable and friendly. The tour was well structured but also left enough flexibility for us to explore our specific interests. It felt like we were traveling with an old friend rather than someone we had just met. This was time well spent that provided us with fond memories from our family vacation.

5. Private Full Day Excursion to the Cotswolds in an Iconic London Black Cab

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Spend a fantastic day out of the city and visit the Cotswolds, a protected 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty', truly one of the most beautiful areas of the country and for sure full of those picture perfect quintessential English market towns villages and hamlets, places like Burford the 'Gateway to the Cotswolds', Stow, the highest market town inn the cotswolds, Bourton on the Water, Venice of the Cotswolds, and the village of Lower Slaughter, regularly voted the prettiest village in the Cotswolds. Please note this is a Full Day excursion, so you are advised not to make any bookings for the evening!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, refreshments provided in the taxi

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, any entrance fees to sites, personal expenses

Reviewed By shazzay2020

What a fantastic day, Paul was very professional,very knowledgeable, answered all questìons, in my opinion the best way to see the festive lights and at the same time see the sights of London ....highly recommended..5 star experience.

6. Downton Abbey Day In The Cotswolds Tour

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This charming Cotswolds tour of Downton Abbey locations is the perfect way to see both filming locations from the hit TV series and some of the most beautiful parts of the internationally renowned Cotswolds. Led by one of our highly experienced and very friendly guides, they will make your tour a day to remember by revealing a range of stories about the local area, details about the filming of the phenomenally successful series, and hints and tips about how to make the most of your time in the UK.

Inclusions: Entry to Cogges Farm is included in the price of this tour

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By SelinaE33

We took this tour with Chris in January whilst we were visiting after Christmas. The tour is really informative, full of great facts and stories, and even included some locations from the James Bond franchise. It was great hearing the history of the British Secret Services and their exploits during the Second World War and The Cold War. We also had no idea that Roald Dalh was a spy and had helped write the Bond films. We'll be back for the Bond Tour next time.

7. Cotswold and Oxford private group day tour from Watford

Watford Junction Station Car Park, 42 Woodford Rd, Watford WD17 1PA, UK John Ganly
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This tour is designed for a small private group and can accommodate up to 16 passengers. You can be sure of a nice friendly atmosphere in a modern comfortable nifty minibus capable of taking the small roads and side streets, avoiding heavy traffic when necessary. Also this makes for a more interesting tour as you will be taken through beautiful small country roads where the bigger coaches cannot go. No time wasted loading and unloading gives you much more time to enjoy your tour of the Cotswold. Your experienced friendly driver/guide will point out places of interest throughout the journey and you will see famous villages buildings and monuments, the best of the Cotswold and Oxford. Your guide will make sure that you are comfortable at all times and enjoying a day to remember in the beautiful english Countryside.

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8. Cotswolds One Day Guided Cycle Tour - Private Groups

Charlbury, Chipping Norton OX7 3HH, UK Visit Stratford and Cotswolds Blenheim Tours
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The Cotswolds is a scenic part of England & it's my pleasure to share these sights & heritage with you.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle

Exclusions: There are various options for where we can schedule drinks or lunch stops but please make sure to carry water and any snacks as this is an active day out and requires a moderate fitness level!

Reviewed By Luke_BikeGuyVLC

My and wife had a wonderful day exploring the Cotswolds with Alasdair. We found him to be fun, engaging and with lots of interesting facts about the Cotswolds. Highly recommend! Thanks Alasdair!

9. Cotswold Discovery Trail Self-Guided Tour

Badminton GL9 1AJ, UK Cotswold Discovery Trail
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The COTSWOLD DISCOVERY TRAIL is a self guided private tour enabled by our beautifully designed maps and Trail Pack. There are 2 day long Trails to do. Avoid expensive tour guides, the map is your guide. Explore things on your own, at your own pace with the confidence you know where you are going. The centrepiece of the Trail Pack is a fold out map. There is a Trail on each side, one for the North & South Cotswolds. The Trails are circular to complete in a car, structured around many stops where you explore on foot. There are many start points, so you finish where you start, which is the most convenient place for you. The maps offer comprehensive directions, are packed full of interesting information and loaded with questions and clues to answer which illuminate further on your surroundings. If you have a limited time in the Cotswolds this is the best way to see a lot of it.

Inclusions: Your Complete Discovery Trail Pack

Exclusions: We do not provide the vehicle for you to complete the Trails in., You will also need some small change for some town car parks., No guarantees of good weather.

10. Cotswold Villages and Oxford : Private Driving Tour with an Experienced Guide

Homer's Odysseys

Enjoy a personalised tailor-made adventure into the Cotswold hills and villages with an experienced Driver Tour Guide who knows the area very well. Pick up from your hotel in London and travel in a comfortable and spacious vehicle down picturesque country roads. Spend time exploring a range of quintessentially English villages. Eat at a local pub or tea/coffee shop and explore the historic city of Oxford with its "dreaming spires", spectacular architecture and world class museums. Listen to the many stories that have made this part of England so enticing. As an alternative to Oxford we offer a tour around the magnificent Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.With a personal guide you can escape the hustle and bustle of London and see the English countryside at its best.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Drinks, food and snacks are not included in the price of the tour, Admission / Entrance fees

Reviewed By Zenzaro

We had met Nigel Homer earlier in December when he guided us on the Rabbies Oxford & Traditional Cotwold Villages 1 Day Tour. We had such a wonderful day that we booked Nigel again. Nigel has such a delightful manner, is extremely knowledgeable & has a very inviting sense of humour all of which enables him to deliver the most relaxed, comfortable, fun & enjoyable tour. Thank you so much & best wishes, Nigel. ????

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