Best of the Cotswolds Self-Guided Walk

Best of the Cotswolds Self-Guided Walk

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Best of the Cotswolds Self-Guided Walk

9 Days Starting and ending in Moreton-in-Marsh

Visiting: Moreton-in-Marsh, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, Guiting Power, Winchcombe, Broadway, Chipping Campden

Tour operator:

Exodus

Tour code:

W08CC

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

Leisurely

Age range:

12-99

Special diets catered:

Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:
English
Interests:

Cultural, History

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From:
$2720 (USD)

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Tour Overview

This distinctive stone is quarried and used in the construction of the golden-coloured local buildings and gives the stone-built villages of the Cotswolds a beautiful and quintissentially 'English' look.



This 8-night walking holiday takes you through some of the finest North Cotswold villages with shorter walking days, allowing the maximum time to explore the villages and walk at a relaxed pace. Your route includes visits to some of the best-known towns and villages in the region including Broadway, Chipping Campden and Guiting Power as well as the Saxon capital of Winchcombe and the nearby Sudeley Castle, the last resting place of Henry VIII's sixth wife, Katherine Parr. Enjoy the rolling Cotswolds countryside, riverside walks and some stunning horticultural gems in the gardens of National Trust manor houses, such as Kiftsgate or Hidcote.

Highlights

  • Explore the Cotswolds - England's largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

  • Beautiful villages including Guiting Power, Broadway, and Chipping Campden

  • Visit areas of historical interest from Saxon, Jacobean and Medieval eras

  • Visit the ancient Saxon capital of Winchcombe and Sudeley Castle (last resting place of Katherine Parr, Henry VIII's 6th wife)

  • Stunning gardens at historical manor houses

  • Relaxing walks each day to allow extra time for exploring delightful Cotswold villages

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive Moreton-In-Marsh

Location: Moreton-in-Marsh

Standing at the crossroads betwen the Fosse Way Roman Road and what is now the A44, Moreton-in-Marsh, a small market town with a central market square and a set of stocks, is a great place to explore before heading out for dinner.

Day 2 : Moreton-In-Marsh To Stow-On-The-Wold

Location: Stow-on-the-Wold

Meals Included: breakfast

Cross the high wolds to Stow-on-the-Wold, complete with village stocks and picturesque square, via the fantastic Mogul manor house at Sezincote and a number of pretty hamlets.

Day 3 : Stow-On-The-Wold To Bourton-On-The-Water

Location: Bourton-on-the-Water

Meals Included: breakfast

Today's route from Stow-on-the-Wold is a leisurely downhill walk across meadows to picturesque Lower Slaughter with its working mill and on to Bourton-on-the-Water, with its many attractions. A longer alternative walk is available for this day if you wish.

Day 4 : At Bourton-On-The-Water

Location: Bourton-on-the-Water

Meals Included: breakfast

Today you have the choice of a longer or shorter circular walk taking in more of the Slaughters.

Day 5 : Bourton-On-The-Water (Guiting Power) To Winchcombe

Location: Guiting Power, Winchcombe

Meals Included: breakfast

After a short transfer walk through woods and fields before the dramatic descent to the ancient Saxon capital of Winchcombe, close to Sudeley Castle, last resting place of Katherine Parr, Henry VIII's sixth wife. Overnight in Winchcombe, with its fascinating church and local museums.

Day 6 : Winchcombe To Broadway Via Stanton

Location: Broadway

Meals Included: breakfast

Follow the pilgrims' route to Hailes Abbey, then over the hills to Jacobean Stanway House, with its magnificent gatehouse and medieval tithe barn and on to idyllic Stanton. Stay in the coaching village of Broadway, where an array of fine houses and inns flank the 'broad way'.

Day 7 : Broadway To Chipping Campden

Location: Chipping Campden

Meals Included: breakfast

Walk up to Broadway Tower, the 18th century folly from where there are fine views across the vale before descending to Chipping Campden, the loveliest of all Cotswold villages, with its covered market place, beautiful 'wool church', almshouses and silversmiths.

Day 8 : Chipping Campden To Moreton-In-Marsh

Location: Moreton-in-Marsh

Meals Included: breakfast

Pass through the charming villages of Broad Campden and Blockley and descend to Batsford, where you may visit the arboretum and falconry centre. On certain days of the week both Bourton House gardens and Sezincote House will be open. Finally, a pleasant stroll across meadows to Moreton-in-Marsh.

Day 9 : Leave Moreton-In-Marsh

Location: Moreton-in-Marsh

Meals Included: breakfast

Depart after breakfast

What's Included

  • Meals
    8 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 0 dinners.


* All Breakfasts
* All accommodation
* Route directions and maps
* Luggage transfers

What's Not Included

  • Hotel upgrades

  • Transfers to and from hotels

  • Travel insurance

  • Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)

  • Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)

Food

Enjoy the local cuisine in quintessentially British pubs, cafes and delicatessens - local delicacies include Cerney Ash or Stinking Bishop cheeses, Crackleberry Farm eggs, Cotswold Cream liqueur and the local ales - try the Yubby beer from the Yubberton Brewery Co. There's also the archetypal English Cream Teas that go down a treat with a nice hot cup of tea!

Accommodation

You'll be staying in a mix of HHH, 3 star, HHHH and 4 star guesthouses, B&B's, inns and hotels. All of the accommodations offer a warm and friendly Cotswold welcome and hearty cooked breakfasts.



For those wishing to extend their stay in the area, ask us about city break add-ons in Bath or Oxford.



Single supplements and Solo traveller supplements (where only one person is travelling on a departure date) will apply, please ask us for details.

Check out our Q&As

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    We are happy to assist with pre and post tour accommodation. Please enquire for detailed information.

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    International Flights are not included with this tour.

  • Who is Exodus Travels?

    At Exodus Travels, we've been exploring the world for nearly 50 years. From Walking and Trekking, Cultural and Cycling, Responsible Wildlife, to Polar and our new Premium Adventures, we are proud to offer award-winning small group and self-guided tours to 100+ countries worldwide.

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    T

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    No visa required for British passport holders. Please note in Italy it is compulsory to carry ID with you at all times.

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    comfortable

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    This tour is self-guided; there is no tour leader.

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    There are no specific health risks.

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Minimum 13 Years old people can go on this tour.

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    No (available on request)

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

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