Private tour in London William J

Private Full Day Tour of the Cotswolds Excursion

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William J.

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Hi and welcome to the magnificent metropolis and historical minefield that is London. My name is Will and I have been driving a London Taxi around the City's streets for over 24 years. I am also a qualified London Taxi Tour Guide which allows excellent access to many of London's attractions in my modern, electric and fully air-conditioned London Black Taxi. I was born in North London and am a father to three daughters and a grandfather to my two grandson's Noah and Jude. I have always been massively interested in all aspects of history. From back in my school days, where I studied History and Ancient History, to the modern day where I am often found with my head in a historical book, when I am not working or guiding. I am especially passionate about the history of London, the city I was born and raised in. I have always loved sharing my historical knowledge, enthusiasm and experience of London with anybody and everybody with similar interests, whether that be purely historical or linked to more modern, themed interests. I also make yearly Armistice day visits to Ypres, in Belgium, where the British were based in the Great War. My other interests include running my own Krav Maga self-defence school and virtually all sports. I also enjoy meeting and learning from the many people I meet whilst guiding. As the old adage goes "Every day is a school day". I pride myself on providing interesting, informative but mainly fun days with my clients and I really look forward to hearing from you and to showing you such places as Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, St Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London and many other locations in my great city. We can also venture further afield and visit some English treasures just outside of London. Such as Bath, Avebury, Stonehenge, Hampton Court Palace, Windsor Castle, Eton, Runnymede Magna Carta, Hever Castle (Henry the Eighth and Anne Boleyn), Chartwell House (Winston Churchill), The Cotswolds, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cambridge, Winchester, Canterbury, White Cliffs of Dover, Salisbury and Old Sarum. Not forgetting some theme based tours with Harry Potter, Charles Dickens or The Beatles. Do not hesitate to contact me if you would like me to customize or personalize any tour which differs from the tours/itineraries shown. Please just ask and we can create, together, the perfect day for your wishes combining any mixture of places. I'm at your disposal also for the multi-day tours. Qualified London Taxi Driver. Qualified London Taxi Tour Guide. Member of English Heritage. Member of the National Trust. Member of Historic Royal Palaces. Member of Royal Collection Trust. Although I can accompany you into such attractions as the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and Windsor Castle, I am not a Blue Badge guide and therefore unable to guide in these historical monuments.

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Overview of your London tour

Let us escape the city for the day and visit The Cotswolds, a region designated an "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty". We will explore little villages and hamlets built of honey-coloured stone, nestled beside clear sparkling fast flowing streams and witness picture postcard views in a quintessentially English landscape. On our arrival at Burford we will begin our tour of one of the most beautiful parts of England, The stunning Cotswolds, making a stop for lunch at one of it's delightful restaurants in Stow-on-the-Wold including The Porch House, the oldest Inn in England, dating back over a 1, 000 years. (Cost of lunch not included) After lunch we will then make our way to Upper and Lower Slaughter. The latter of which is often considered the prettiest village in The Cotswolds. We could also stop by Diddly-Squat farm, made famous in "Clarkson's Farm". Then on to Bourton-on-the-Water, and finally onto Bibury an absolutely stunning chocolate box of a village.

Recent Reviews

Charles H.United States
5 days ago

Will is a fantastic guide, driver and basically our host for the day. He made this day unforgettable and customized it by dropping us at our Southampton hotel which is a substantial additional distance from our hotel in London. He’s amazing and deserves a top recommendation for all aspects of the journey. He brought a wheelchair so I would be able to participate in most of the tour segments which was so thoughtful and really appreciated.

Cynthia P.United States
2 weeks ago

William J was our tour guide and driver to Blenheim Palace and the Cotswolds. Will is an excellent driver on even the narrowest of roads. His knowledge of local history is extensive. Since I am 78 with left knee and right hip replacements, I especially appreciated the fact that he provided a wheelchair available that I could use for longer walks both inside and outside of the palace. When walking, the wheelchair provided balance over uneven terrain and a place to sit when needed. My daughter and I fully enjoyed our trip outside the city with Will, who was a most pleasant companion.

Jim F.United States
3 weeks ago

Will J was great! Two days -London then Costwold. Extremely knowledgeable and very fun/funny!

Mary C.United States
4 weeks ago

Our day out in the Cotswolds with Wil was spectacular! From the moment I booked, Wil contacted us on details of his arrival for that morning. Cab was clean, comfortable and had snacks and drinks. I always felt safe while Wil was behind the wheel and while out walking the streets watching that we did not step out in front of autos (from the US). He was very attentive to our interests and tailored the day around our likes, made a lunch reservation, took perfect photos with us in them, shared a wealth of knowledge of the area and answered our non stop questions with pleasure and got us back safely. I would not hesitate to use Wil again and strongly encourage anyone to hire him. Thanks for a fabulous day!

Carolyn R.United States
August 2026

Our trip to Cotswolds was wonderful. Will is extremely knowledgable and happy to share as much or as little about the history of area. We really enjoyed his stories and jokes. The area was gorgeous. We would highly recommend. We will definitely call upon Will any time we are in the area.

Stanley S.United States
July 2026

Great tour to get a feel for the Cotswolds with limited time. Will did a great job accommodating us on one of the hottest days ever in the UK.

Your London tour itinerary

Example: 9am: Meet at your London Hotel (or another agreed location) and make our way to your carriage for the day. We will then set off from London in my iconic, air-conditioned London Taxi. 10. 45/11am: Arrive in Burford. " The Gateway to the Cotswolds" 11. 45/12pm: Leave Burford 12. 15pm: Arrive Stow-on-the-Wold, the highest village in the Cotswolds. 1 pm: Stop for some lunch 2 pm: Continue with our tour 2. 15/30pm: Arrive at The Slaughters 3pm: Arrive at Bourton-on-the-Water. " the Venice of the Cotswolds". 4. 00/15pm: Arrival at Bibury 4. 45pm Leave for London 7 pm: Arrive back in London I am very flexible so we can organize your tour, step by step, according to your needs. I will endeavor to answer as many questions as you may have whilst give a light and informative history behind each place we visit. There will also be plenty of time for a stroll around each village and lots of photo opportunities This tour can be reduced in duration and combined with a visit to the City of Oxford.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Other

Transportation will be in my fully licensed, modern, air-conditioned electric London Black Taxi. We will make occasional stops and take some short strolls during the day.

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Other: Courtesy soft drinks and nibbles.
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London, England, United Kingdom

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Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
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Tour reference number
813282
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to escape the city and explore the quintessentially English villages of the Cotswolds. It's ideal for those interested in picturesque landscapes, history, and charming villages. The tour is also suitable for families, including kids, and is wheelchair accessible, making it a great choice for seniors or travellers with mobility concerns.

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