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Duration: 5 nights / 5 days
Taking in some of the Cotswolds' most stunning scenery and historic locations, this expertly guided 5-day cycling tour offers a unique way to experience the area. Cycling along hand-picked quiet lanes, you'll explore picturesque villages, scenic landscapes, and historic landmarks, all while enjoying the countryside at its very best. Highlights include a visit to the beautiful Hidcote Manor Gardens, the charming market towns of Chipping Campden and Broadway, and the iconic Bourton-on-the-Water. Along the way, you’ll discover fascinating sites like the Rollright Stones and Chastleton House, with plenty of time to soak in the local culture. The tour combines leisurely rides with opportunities to explore the rich history and natural beauty of the Cotswolds. With comfortable hotel stays and delicious meals included, this is a perfect way to experience the region at a relaxed and enjoyable pace.
Please note: the region is hilly, and the routes will involve cycling on roads with traffic.
2025 prices
£2,375 pp for 5 days' guided tour including accommodation in hotels and bike hire. Price based on 2 people sharing a double or twin room and a Sunday start date.
See Key Points for further details.
Single supplement: £480
14 - 19 September 2025
Subject to a min. of 4 people.
To maintain the highest levels of customer service and safety, guest numbers are limited to a maximum of 10.
Arrive in Moreton-in-Marsh, a thriving market town packed with antique shops, art galleries, tea shops and restaurants.
Enjoy lunch with other members of the tour and spend the afternoon on your e-bike on a short familiarisation ride to Stow-on-the- Wold, 10 miles/16 km.
Overnight for 2 nights in Moreton-in-Marsh at the Manor House Hotel.
Lunch and dinner included.
Explore some classic Cotswolds countryside and enjoy a trip to Hook Norton Brewery, followed by a light lunch.
Return to Moreton via the ancient Rollright Stones and Chastleton House, location for BBC TV’s award winning "Wolf Hall”.
Overnight in Moreton-in-Marsh.
Lunch included.
We set off in the morning to enjoy the Arts and Crafts gardens at Hidcote Manor then continue on to Chipping Campden via country lanes, a beautiful town with its much photographed market hall.
Here, we’ll stop for a light lunch together and spend time exploring this remarkably well preserved settlement before continuing to Broadway Tower Country Park, worth a detour for the amazing views of the Cotswolds.
The route passes through the lavender fields at Snowshill for a quick stop and down through Snowshill into Broadway, another mecca for visitors to the Cotswolds.
Overnight in Broadway at the Lygon Arms Hotel.
Lunch and dinner included.
The route flattens along the base of the hills and continues through the picture postcard village of Stanton and past the magnificent Stanway House, before arriving in Winchcombe for time to explore Sudeley Castle.
We set off for lunch in Guiting Power beside the pretty village green. After lunch we continue on through Lower Swell and the Slaughters all of which will offer ideal chocolate box photos.
Explore Bourton-on-the-Water in the afternoon, just as the day visitors leave, and marvel at its quaintness then return to Lower Slaughter.
Overnight in Lower Slaughter 2 nights at the Slaughters Country Inn with its lovely garden.
Lunch included.
Today’s cycle route will take you through some of the best 'off the beaten track' routes in the Cotswolds. You will cycle through the beautiful villages of Great Rissington and Great Barrington. We visit Burford for some free time, with its charming high street sloping down to the Windrush river. We set off for Asthall Manor and Minster Lovell before having lunch at Swinbrook and learn about the Mitford sisters.
After lunch we head along the Windrush Valley towards Sherborne Estate and return to Lower Slaughter for our farewell dinner.
Lunch and dinner included.
Depart after breakfast with a taxi transfer to Moreton-in-Marsh train station.
The above price includes your accommodation in an en-suite room with breakfast.
Cotswold Walks