United Kingdom
Cycling through the Cotswolds
Charms of the Cotswolds - 7 days
From £795 per Person
Follow the Windrush, Eye and Stow river valleys as they wend through the unspoilt landscapes of the Cotswolds. Picture-postcard villages, ancient pubs and coaching inns, mellow stone houses and market squares remain little changed by the years. These ancient bridleways, country lanes and traffic-free paths have been followed by travellers for centuries - join our host for an unforgettable journey through England's rolling heartland.
Itinerary Highlights
Minster Lovell (1 night)
- Soak up the atmospheric charm of the old Mill and Swan
- Stroll along the riverbank to glimpse Minster Lovell's church, dovecote and ruined old manor
- Meet your guide over afternoon tea, chat through the holiday route and receive your bicycle
- Enjoy dinner at the hotel's excellent restaurant
Bourton-on-the-Water (1 night)
- Meander through charming villages and along the Windrush River valley
- Stop for coffee and cakes in Burford, with its mellow 17th and 18th century stone buildings
- Choose an extended route through pretty Northleach or pedal through Sherborne's water meadows
- Relax over a picnic lunch on the banks of the River Windrush
- See the famous model village at the Old New Inn or visit Birdland
Moreton-in-Marsh (1 night)
- A choice of routes via pretty Wyck Rissington or visit the Cotswold Farm Park
- Enjoy afternoon tea in Stow's mediaeval market square
- Plenty of photo opportunities and wonderful views
Chipping Campden (1 night)
- Cycle through the unspoilt villages of the Stow Valley
- Stop for lunch at the Howard Arms, an award-winning pub in Ilmington
- Spectacular views across the Severn Vale
- Indulge in cream teas at Bampton tea rooms
- Stroll around historical Chipping Campden, dating back to the 12th century
Stratford upon Avon (2 nights)
- Take a bus tour of Stratford, including Shakespeare's birthplace, Anne Hathaway's cottage and Halls Croft
- Enjoy dinner at one of Stratford's best eateries
Optional 3 night extension - we can offer the option to include extra days in Oxford prior to the cycling tour and additional nights in London at the end of the holiday.
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Hotel Information
You will be accommodated in a selection of excellent Cotswolds hotels and guest houses, carefully chosen for their atmosphere, location and the exceptional quality of their food and service.
Minster Lovell (1 night) **** It would be hard to imagine a more perfect starting point for your holiday than the romantic environs of the Mill and Old Swan - situated on the banks of the River Windrush, it boasts a wealth of old beams and genuine 'olde worlde' atmosphere. Once a resting place for sheep drovers, previous guests have included Richard III and Winston Churchill.
Bourton-on-the-Water (1 night) *** Located in a quiet area of the village this is a very welcoming guesthouse with comfortable facilities.
Moreton-in-Marsh (1 night) ***A traditional inn with lounge, bar and excellent restaurant facilities.
Chipping Campden (1 night) *** A country inn, located in the heart of the village. Excellent kitchen using mainly local and organic meats and fresh produce from local suppliers (for this overnight we may also offer accommodation at one of our favourite guesthouses)
Stratford upon Avon (2 nights) ****Situated within landscaped gardens and alongside the banks of the River Avon, the hotel has a choice of restaurants and a health fitness centre with facilities including swimming pool, jacuzzi, solarium and fitness room.
Call our Reservations Team on 01636 813544, download our Booking Form here or click on the button below to send details of your enquiry online...
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