The Cotswold Trail | 9 Days
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This 9-day holiday through the Cotswolds in England is a gift from nature for those who enjoy and walk on their trails. The calm you will feel travelling through its countless landscapes is indescribable and will make this tour a dream experience.
In these days you will find incredible gardens and beautiful villages with medieval architecture, highly conserved.
- Enjoy its welcoming and historic atmosphere.
- Find out why the Cotswolds are famous for "growing old gracefully".
- Walk its splendid, easy-to-walk trails.
- Explore its magical, unspoilt villages.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Moreton-in-Marsh
Your spectacular trip through the Cotswolds will begin in the town of Moreton-in-Marsh, which you can reach by train from London Paddington.
Before you arrive at your accommodation, it is worth going through the ancient streets where you can explore its renowned local market and its pleasant elegant 18th-century houses.
You will be able to sample the majestic tours that await you in these 9 days of travelling.
Before you arrive at your accommodation, it is worth going through the ancient streets where you can explore its renowned local market and its pleasant elegant 18th-century houses.
You will be able to sample the majestic tours that await you in these 9 days of travelling.
Overnight in Moreton-in-Marsh
Redesdale Arms
It offers modern and elegantly decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi throughout. Don't miss its amazing restaurant where you can taste exquisite local food.
Thanks to its excellent location it enjoys privileged views near the Cotswold Hills.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Thanks to its excellent location it enjoys privileged views near the Cotswold Hills.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 2 - Moreton-in-Marsh to Stow-on-the-Wold 6,5 miles | 10,5 km
Leave Moreton-in-Marsh behind, and after breakfast, you'll have your journey for today. Your goal will be to enjoy the fascinating landscapes, calm atmosphere, green forests, and observing animals as you walk towards Stow-on-the-Wold.
Enjoy stunning old houses in perfect condition and captivating panoramas. You'll arrive at your accommodation to rest after a long day.
Enjoy stunning old houses in perfect condition and captivating panoramas. You'll arrive at your accommodation to rest after a long day.
Overnight in Stow-on-the-Wold
The Bell at Stow
The rooms at this guest house are luxuriously decorated with a private bathroom, satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities.
You can also enjoy its excellent restaurant and private bar.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
You can also enjoy its excellent restaurant and private bar.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 3 - Stow-on-the-Wold to Bourton-on-the-Water 4,5 miles | 7 km
Today you will have a very rewarding, romantic, and very special walk. The paths you'll cross today are both idyllic and mesmerizing. Enjoy the beautiful streets of Lower Slaughter as you reach Bourton-on-the-Water, a charming village built around a river.
There you can spend a very pleasant afternoon, have a hot or cold drink and admire the unique architecture of this magnificent village.
There you can spend a very pleasant afternoon, have a hot or cold drink and admire the unique architecture of this magnificent village.
Overnight in Bourton-on-the-water
Chester House Hotel
This homely guest house is a rustic-style country house with a privileged location. The rooms are elegantly decorated in a traditional style.
You can enjoy a delicious typical meal in its restaurant.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
You can enjoy a delicious typical meal in its restaurant.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 4 - Bourton-on-the-Water to Naunton 4,5 miles | 7 km
Finish your English breakfast and start the day tour that translates into a perfect, quiet walk, at your own pace, on which you can appreciate nature and stunning landscapes that will leave you open-mouthed.
Breathe in fresh air as you feel like you've immersed yourself in a true idyllic tale. The trails accompanied by exceptional trees that traverse charming villages will take you towards the beautiful village of Naunton.
Bourton-on-the-Water: in case of unavailability at Naunton you will have your accommodation at Bourton-on-the-Water. We will make the necessary arrangements for you to have the appropriate transfers between the locations.
Breathe in fresh air as you feel like you've immersed yourself in a true idyllic tale. The trails accompanied by exceptional trees that traverse charming villages will take you towards the beautiful village of Naunton.
Bourton-on-the-Water: in case of unavailability at Naunton you will have your accommodation at Bourton-on-the-Water. We will make the necessary arrangements for you to have the appropriate transfers between the locations.
Overnight in Naunton
Millview Guest House
Millview Guest House offers simply decorated rooms with all the necessary amenities so you can rest after your day's walk. They also have a room where you can watch TV, read or interact with other travellers.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 5 - Naunton to Winchcombe 8,2 miles | 13,2 km
Start a beautiful and long day of walking, leaving behind the picturesque village of Naunton. You will encounter a rolling trail until you reach the charming Winchcombe and pass through the imposing Sudeley Castle, a destination not to be missed on this wonderful trip in the Cotswolds.
When you arrive in Winchcombe, explore its stunning romantic architecture and beautiful gardens before reaching your accommodation.
When you arrive in Winchcombe, explore its stunning romantic architecture and beautiful gardens before reaching your accommodation.
Overnight in Winchcombe
White Hart Inn
The White Hart Inn is a charming hotel located in the center of Winchcombe. The rooms are tastefully decorated and come with a variety of amenities. The restaurant and bar offer a wide selection of local food and drinks.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 6 - Winchombe to Broadway 12 miles | 19,4 km
As you leave your accommodation, start on your way to picturesque and striking Broadway, considered the gateway to the Cotswolds. Keep moving forward and take some time to admire the beauty of each landscape that the tour offers you.
Once on Broadway, you can admire and tour the famous High Street, one of England's longest streets, where you can admire houses and impressive medieval-style buildings on either side.
At the end of the tour, enjoy a cold drink before arriving at your accommodation.
Stanton: in case of unavailability at Broadway you have your accommodation at Stanton. We will make the necessary arrangements for you to have the appropriate transfers between the locations.
Once on Broadway, you can admire and tour the famous High Street, one of England's longest streets, where you can admire houses and impressive medieval-style buildings on either side.
At the end of the tour, enjoy a cold drink before arriving at your accommodation.
Stanton: in case of unavailability at Broadway you have your accommodation at Stanton. We will make the necessary arrangements for you to have the appropriate transfers between the locations.
Overnight in Broadway
The Broadway Hotel
This incredible accommodation is built of stone and dates back to the early 16th century. It has a modern style, but still retains its traditional atmosphere.
Enjoy our bar, where a wide array of troubadours takes the stage, complemented by an impressive selection of locally produced liquors and beers.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Enjoy our bar, where a wide array of troubadours takes the stage, complemented by an impressive selection of locally produced liquors and beers.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 7 - Broadway to Chipping Campden 6 millas | 9,7 km
Just 20 kilometres further south, close to Broadway, you'll find the wonderful town of Chipping Campden. This town is one of the best-conserved and elegant in this area.
Start by ascending up to Broadway Tower. There, you can enjoy and admire the breathtaking views that you will only be able to see from the highest point.
It is one of the few places where houses with thatched roofs are still preserved, a true treasure that will transport you back to another era.
Stanton: in case of unavailability at Chipping Campden you have your accommodation at Stanton. We will make the necessary arrangements for you to have the appropriate transfers between the locations.
Start by ascending up to Broadway Tower. There, you can enjoy and admire the breathtaking views that you will only be able to see from the highest point.
It is one of the few places where houses with thatched roofs are still preserved, a true treasure that will transport you back to another era.
Stanton: in case of unavailability at Chipping Campden you have your accommodation at Stanton. We will make the necessary arrangements for you to have the appropriate transfers between the locations.
Overnight in Chipping Campden
The Volunteer Inn
Discover the warmth of the 18th century at The Volunteer Inn, located at the beginning of the enchanting Cotswold Way. Immerse yourself in a cozy and friendly atmosphere, where their sincere and authentic hospitality is unparalleled and easy to enjoy.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 8 - Chipping Campden to Moreton-in-Marsh 7 miles | 11 km
An excellent day awaits you to finish your amazing holiday trip through the Cotswolds; leave Chipping Campden, and start your walk up and down the hills that will leave you with postcard-style memories that you will always stay with you.
In this final adventure you will pass through Broad Campden, Blockley, beautiful little villages that will guide you to Moreton-in-Marsh, where you will spend your last night in the Cotswolds.
In this final adventure you will pass through Broad Campden, Blockley, beautiful little villages that will guide you to Moreton-in-Marsh, where you will spend your last night in the Cotswolds.
Overnight in Moreton-in-Marsh
Redesdale Arms
It offers modern and elegantly decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi throughout. Don't miss its amazing restaurant where you can taste exquisite local food.
Thanks to its excellent location it enjoys privileged views near the Cotswold Hills.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Thanks to its excellent location it enjoys privileged views near the Cotswold Hills.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 9 - Moreton-in-Marsh
This unforgettable journey has come to an end. Enjoy your last English breakfast, and start the journey back to your place of origin.
End of our services.
End of our services.
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Services
Included
- Accommodation in en suite rooms in charming hotels
- Daily Breakfasts
- Luggage transfers between accommodations
- Information dossier with maps and routes
- 24-hour telephone support
- Sustainable travel, we compensate the CO2 emissions of your trip
- Taxes
Extras
- Travel insurance
- Cancellation insurance
- Additional nights
Accomodation
General information
The accommodations with which we collaborate have a private bathroom and all the necessary services to ensure the best comfort available.
Our team checks in situ the quality of all the accommodations offered, so that you have an unforgettable experience during your trip.
The accommodation that we will book for your trip will be selected taking into account our commitment to you: guaranteeing comfort, calm and enjoyment throughout your trip.
We work with quality hotels and country cottages with limited capacity, so we invite you to confirm your reservation as soon as possible.
The name of each accommodation will be provided to you a few weeks before your trip begins.
Room types
It is possible to book this journey in single, double or triple rooms.
All rooms have private bathrooms.
Travel & transfers
To start and end your trip through the Cotswolds, the best option is to get to and from Moreton-in-Marsh by train to and from London Paddington station.
FAQs
Is luggage transfer included? What are the luggage requirements?
Absolutely! Each traveller has included 1 piece of luggage that we will transfer between your accommodations. It's important that this piece of luggage meets the following criterias:
- Maximum weight of 45 lbs (20 kg).
- Must be only 1 piece of luggage without any attachments or accessories.
- Should not contain valuables, fragile items, food or medications.
- Must be correctly identified (booking reference of your trip and the full name of the trip holder).
What should my physical preparation be?
You must have a good physical condition to be able to enjoy and walk on the trails more easily. However, you do not require a great experience as a walker to complete this journey.
How far in advance should I book my trip?
We recommend that you book as soon as you are sure about your dates, as accommodation can fill up very quickly in this area.
Which gardens can I visit?
During this incredible journey we suggest you not to miss Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill and the majestic Hidcote.
What equipment do I need to bring?
Once you make your reservation we will send you all the detailed information about the specific equipment you need for this route, considering recommendations for shoes, boots, clothes and a day-to day backpack.
What is the best time of year to take this holiday?
You can make the most of this magnificent tour in the Cotswolds between spring and autumn.
What is the best way to start and end this trip?
The best way to start and end this journey is to get by train to Moreton-in-Marsh, about 1 hour from London Paddington.
What if I'm not able to finish one of the stages?
You can call us to arrange a private transfer for you. If you prefer, you can also use public transport or local taxis to get to your next accommodation.
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