2-Day Private Tour: Stonehenge, Bath, Cotswolds & Oxford from Southampton

Summary

Explore Stonehenge, Roman Baths & Cotswold Villages with a Local Guide

You’ll get up close to Stonehenge, stroll Georgian streets in Bath, sleep in a real Cotswold village and finish among Oxford’s famous spires—all with a friendly local guide who knows every shortcut and story along the way.

What’s the experience like?

The morning kicked off right at Southampton Docks—bags in the boot, drizzle on the windows. Our guide, Mark, had that easy way of mixing stories with directions. First stop: Stonehenge. Even if you’ve seen it in photos a hundred times, standing there with the wind tugging your jacket is something else. The stones feel older than time itself. Mark pointed out some odd carvings I’d never noticed before—he said they’re Bronze Age graffiti. There’s a faint smell of wet grass and sheep nearby; classic English countryside.

We rolled into Bath just as the church bells chimed noon. Lunch was at Sally Lunn’s (try their buns if you’re hungry). Walking around the Royal Crescent and Pulteney Bridge felt like stepping onto a movie set—except you can hear buskers playing and see students rushing by with takeaway coffee. Inside the Roman Baths, steam rises up and you catch that mineral tang in the air. By late afternoon we were winding through narrow lanes into Burford—a Cotswold village where every pub seems to have a dog snoozing by the fire. You’ll need to book your own room here or in one of the nearby villages like Bibury or Stow-on-the-Wold.

Next morning, Mark picked us up right outside our inn (he even waited while I grabbed a coffee from Huffkins). We drove along Windrush Valley—mist still hanging low over fields—and stopped in Swinbrook. It’s tiny but packed with stories; apparently the Mitford Sisters lived here once. Minster Lovell was another surprise: old ruins tucked beside the river, roofs thick with moss, and a silence that makes you whisper without thinking. Folks say it’s haunted but all I noticed was how peaceful it felt.

Oxford came alive after lunch—a jumble of bikes, spires and students darting between colleges. Our walking tour covered old traditions (like why some doors are painted blue) and famous names who studied here. The city buzzes even on a grey day. After two days of history and countryside, we wrapped up with drop-off at Heathrow—but they’ll take you back to London or Southampton if you want. Super flexible.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Southampton to Stonehenge and Bath

• Start from Southampton
• Visit Stonehenge
• Tour Bath including Roman Baths
• Arrive in Cotswolds area

Day 2 — Cotswolds to Oxford and Departure

• Pick up from Cotswolds hotel
• Visit Windrush Valley and Swinbrook
• Explore Minster Lovell village and ruins
• Lunch and walking tour in Oxford

Top questions

Can I choose where to be dropped off at the end?

Yes! We can drop you at Heathrow Airport, London or Southampton—and we’re happy to discuss other locations if needed.

Is accommodation included?

No, you’ll need to book your own hotel for the night in Burford or another Cotswold village like Bibury or Stow-on-the-Wold.

Are entrance tickets included?

Yes—tickets for Stonehenge and the Roman Baths are included in your tour price.

Is this tour suitable for kids or people with limited mobility?

The tour is wheelchair accessible and strollers are welcome; just keep in mind there’s some walking involved and England’s weather can be unpredictable.

What’s included

Your private tour covers transport in a comfy air-conditioned vehicle, tickets for Stonehenge and Roman Baths, pick-up/drop-off at your chosen spot plus a knowledgeable local guide/driver throughout both days.