Tours from London, England

London is extraordinary, but the rest of England is waiting. Our tours from London take you to honey-colored Cotswold villages, prehistoric stone circles, Shakespearean market towns and dramatic coastlines. Whether you want the best day trips from London or something longer, we run tours from one day to eight in a 16-seat mini-coach, with a driver-guide who knows every story worth telling.

Tours from London - Experience More Than the Capital of England

Departing London and venturing around England, provides a kaleidoscope of possibilities. Known internationally as a cultural hub for travelers, students, and people from all walks of life, this city is not to be missed as a starting point. But what can you expect when you step outside its walls and tour England? While London is home to the royal family, and a labyrinth of vital historical moments, British culture starts when you depart on a day or multi-day trip. Think stretches of open landscapes, quaint villages almost sketched from books, and finishing the day with new found friends over a pint in the local pub. All that's left is for you to take a chance and book the adventure you’re desperately seeking.

What are the best day trips from London?

The Cotswolds, Stonehenge, Oxford, and Bath are the four that come up most often, and for good reason. All are within two hours of London by road and each one delivers something the city can't. The Cotswolds give you honey-colored villages and countryside that looks like it belongs in a painting. Stonehenge is exactly as extraordinary as you've heard. Oxford packs a thousand years of history into a surprisingly small area. And Bath does Roman architecture, Georgian crescents, and excellent lunches better than anywhere else in England. Our day tours from London cover all of them.

How far can you go on a day trip from London?

Further than most people expect. Within a two-hour drive you can reach Stonehenge, the Cotswolds, Oxford, Bath, and Cambridge, all comfortably in a day. Go for longer and the whole country opens up, from the wild Cornish coast to the Scottish Highlands. Our driver-guides know how to make the most of every hour on the road, which means you spend more time looking at England and less time worrying about getting back.

What's included on a tour from London?

Every England tour from London includes your driver-guide at the wheel of a 16-seat mini-coach. On multi-day tours, we take care of the accommodation too, booking you into locally owned hotels and guesthouses with breakfast included each morning. Your driver-guide will always be straight with you about anything that costs extra on the day, whether that's a site admission or an optional add-on. Find out more about our accommodation options.

Can I go to Scotland on a tour from London?

You can, and several of our guests do exactly that. Our longer tours from London head north through England and into Scotland, combining the English countryside with the Scottish Borders across five to eight days. It's one of the most popular multi-day routes we run, and a great way to see two countries in a single trip. Browse our 5-8 day tours from London to find the right one.

Where do tours from London depart from?

These tours depart from Victoria, a Central London district which sits just a 10-minute walk from Buckingham Palace. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before departure, as we leave promptly and can't wait for late arrivals.

Why take a small group tour from London with Rabbie's?

We've been running tours since 1993, and the formula hasn't changed much. Small groups, passionate driver-guides who know all the best stories, and no minimum numbers, so the trip you've booked is the one you're going on. With a maximum of 16 passengers, we travel in mini-coaches that can take the narrow country lanes and pull over when something's worth stopping for. Have questions? Take a look at our FAQs or get in touch.