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This incredible day trip starts in central London and takes you to Stratford-upon-Avon, the home of William Shakespeare himself. We can also make a stop in The Cotswolds (an area of outstanding natural beauty) and the university town of Oxford. Scroll down for a detailed itinerary.
Message us with your preferred private tour date and we’ll confirm availability within 24 hours.
Pricing:
Stratford-upon-Avon Only + Cotswolds Stop (9 Hours):
£1530 for 2 people + £80 per extra person.
Stratford-upon-Avon + Cotswolds Stop + Oxford (11 Hours):
£1750 for 2 people + £90 per extra person.
This tour is fully customisable to your interests, of course!
Your downtown central London hotel or apartment. Airport and cruise terminal pickups are also available for an additional fee – please enquire.
As this is an 9 to 11-hour day, this tour from London to Stratford-upon-Avon typically begins around 8:00 am, but are flexible.
Meet your guide at your central London hotel, apartment or other location. Relax and enjoy the English Countryside in our comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes vehicles as you hear about the countryside and its evolution and enjoy the scenery.
Depending on your preferences, on the way to Stratford we can make a stop at an authentic, traditional market town or village in the English Countryside. Enjoy commentary from your guide and grab some fantastic photos before we continue towards Stratford.
Make the short trip to the city of Stratford-upon-Avon. Along the way, you’ll be entertained by your guide as they get to know your interests to make your private tour of Stratford-upon-Avon extra special.
Arrive in Stratford-upon-Avon, the world-famous market town. Enjoy a walking (or driving) tour of the town centre and see the local high street, the River Avon, and the Royal Shakespeare Company theatres. Plus, you’ll visit Holy Trinity Church to see the final resting place of The Bard.
After paying homage to the great man, it’s time to see some of the many locations associated with William Shakespeare. This may include Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Shakespeare’s New Place, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and Gardens, Mary Arden’s Farm and/or Hall’s Croft.
Please note guiding is not permitted inside any of the sights at Stratford-upon-Avon, so the guide will give you information before you step inside.
Stop for a tasty lunch with suggestions from your tour guide. Choose a historic pub, sit-down restaurant, a food market if available, or something simpler – it’s up to you!
In the afternoon, depending on which tour option you have selected you’ll either explore more Shakespeare sights in Stratford, or continue onto Oxford in your private vehicle.
In Oxford, you’ll learn about the unique college education system, and enjoy a walking tour or driving tour of the city.
After an exciting day, enjoy the comfort of your private vehicle as you head back to central London and are dropped off at your apartment or hotel.
Yes. Reserve your place on any of our tours with a 25% deposit when booking two months (or more) in advance. Book through our website or send us an email. The remainder is due a month before your tour, with a reminder sent to your inbox. Our online system accepts Visa and Mastercard; please contact us for Amex payments.
Yes. All of our tours are private tours, reserved just for you and your companions.
Yes. We use licensed Blue Badge Tourist Guides for every tour – the gold standard in UK guiding – awarded after two years of rigorous preparation. You can expect a first-class experience.
Please note that even our Blue Badge tour guides cannot guide inside the Shakespeare properties.
Yes. We can combine Stratford-upon-Avon with other locations such as The Cotswolds or the Oxford.
Can I have a Stratford-upon-Avon private tour starting from Heathrow, other airports or cruise ports? Yes, this day trip to Stratford (and optionally Oxford) is also available from one of the London airports or cruise ports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Southampton, Tilbury or Portsmouth. Let us know and we can give you custom pricing.
Contact us to book these or other options.
This policy ensures our guides are paid fairly when bookings are cancelled. Departure times are listed in local London time – if you are unsure, please contact us. We strongly recommend taking out full travel insurance for your trip.
Enjoy this Stratford-upon-Avon private tour day trip from London daily in English, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Chinese Mandarin and Portuguese. Please enquire about other languages.
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Cynthia Kendrick18. August, 2026
Jo was our tour guide for three different tours (Hampton Court, The Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey). We enjoyed all of the tours, and definitely learned/noticed things we would not have if we had done these on our own. Jo was an excellent tour guide — very knowledgeable and easy going. We unreservedly recommend London Private Tours, and Jo, in particular.Posted on Google![]()
Sara M14. August, 2026
Joanna was a delightful tour guide. Extremely knowledgeable and was able to tie what we were seeing with our interests. The car was comfortable and everything was top notch. Would recommend Private London Tours and Joanna to anyone.Posted on Google![]()
Adrian TM14. August, 2026
Chris was our tour guide when we visited Hampton Court, and he was fantastic. His knowledge went far beyond the parts of the palace you normally see, he knew the stories, history, and fascinating details about areas most visitors would never even know about. He made Hampton Court come alive for us and turned a great visit into a truly memorable experience. Highly recommended!Posted on Google![]()
Laurel Israel Sturm5. August, 2026
Highly recommend London Private Tours - was wonderful from the planning to the execution and so many happy wonderful memories. Guide had wit and geared it to the 5 tween/teens and also answered our more in-depth questions too from Westminster Church to the Tower and tied in everything so well. Private, geared to our group interest and ages, and even gramma kept up as we walked and then cooled off in bus and then walked and cooled off again in bus on way back to hotel.Posted on Google![]()
Debbie Ryan4. August, 2026
Great experience seeing several sights in depth, up close and personal. Gio was very helpful planning our day in advance. Our guide Charlotte was amazing - very knowledgeable and attuned to my special mobility needs. We got to see so much more than we would have managed on our own. Highly recommend!!Posted on Google![]()
M A8. July, 2026
As I was searching for a private tour guide in London that included car service, I came across Private London Tours. From the very beginning, Gio made the experience feel personal, and communication was always easy and responsive. It felt like working with a family-run business rather than a large corporate company. He patiently answered all of my questions, and I knew we had chosen the right company. Our group consisted of nine people, ranging from children as young as 8 years old to older adults. The tour was thoughtfully planned to match our group’s pace, making sure everyone was comfortable with the walking between sites. We were fortunate to have Catherine R. as our guide, and she was absolutely wonderful. She took us to every place on our must-see list, and we were able to check off everything we had hoped to experience. Her knowledge of London was incredible, and she brought the city’s history to life with fascinating stories. She also made the tour especially memorable for the kids by sharing fun and engaging stories that kept them interested throughout the day. If you’re looking for a personalized, stress-free way to explore London, I highly recommend Private London Tours. Their excellent communication, flexibility, and outstanding service made this one of the highlights of our trip.Posted on Google![]()
Don Cruser8. July, 2026
Geo was responsive and I always appreciate that! He helped us set up exactly what we wanted. Charlotte was our guide and she was amazing as well! She made sure our day was spent as we wished. We chose where we went and how long we stayed. I loved that she asked what type of information we wanted wanted to hear - history, facts, fun stories - at each location. It was just a fantastic day!!Posted on Google![]()
Felipe Wells8. July, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our family had an outstanding experience with London Private Tours, and Dani was an exceptional guide from start to finish. She was warm, welcoming, incredibly knowledgeable, and went out of her way to make sure everyone in our group—including our young children—had a fantastic time. Dani’s passion for London was evident in every stop along the tour. She shared fascinating history, pointed out details we never would have noticed on our own, and tailored the experience to our interests and pace. She was patient, accommodating, and made the entire morning feel effortless and enjoyable. Without question, our tour with Dani was one of the highlights of our time in London. She didn’t just show us the city—she helped us experience it in a way we’ll always remember. We can’t recommend London Private Tours highly enough, and if you’re lucky enough to have Dani as your guide, you’re in for a truly memorable day.Posted on Google![]()
Evelyn White1. July, 2026
What an amazing four hours touring London. Our guide, Lauren Barnes, was so knowledgeable and personable. The driver kept us moving and stopped any time we wanted. Thank you!Posted on Google![]()
Monica Tirado25. June, 2026
I booked two London tours with Private London Tours - one of the Tower of London and one full day tour that included a visit to Westminster Abbey and a private VIP tour inside the Churchill War Rooms. Both tours were fabulous! Our guides were extremely knowledgeable and shared fun facts for both adults and kids. The war rooms are a definite must! I can't recommend this company enough.
