England's Cotswolds Easygoing Walking Tour

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6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-2

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

England's Cotswolds Easygoing Walking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-2

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2024: May, Jul-Sep

From $6,099 - $6,249 /person

Dolce Tempo Journey among Castles, Gardens & the Cotswold Way

Thousand-year-old villages. Honey-colored limestone homes. Cozy pubs and peaceful tea rooms. Placid rivers and lush hillsides dotted with sheep. Things move slowly in the Cotswolds. After all, why change what’s worked for centuries? There’s a pleasing arithmetic to life here. Ramble the countryside in the morning. Stop by the pub for lunch. Like 1+1=2, it just works. We promise—it can really be that simple.

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Highlights

  • Enjoy classic footpaths that wind through forgotten forests and deserted hillsides, along cobbled streets and past crumbling castles and medieval churches
  • Amble leisurely, with plenty of chances to say hello to the locals and admire beautiful gardens along the route—the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in English country life
  • Stroll through quaint towns, experience the local pub culture, browse shops on lively main streets, and savor unforgettable views of the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains
  • Discover British hospitality at our premiere hotels, where modern service meets tradition—from a palatial 15th-century country manor to a renovated estate in the heart of an English village
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Start/End Oxford

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Days 1-2

Description

Get acquainted with the Cotswolds in classic British style with morning tea and scones on the grounds of Hidcote Manor • Explore the intricate gardens of this historic estate • Stroll along peaceful footpaths to Chipping Campden • Browse the local shops and enjoy lunch in a 500-year-old building • From Snowshill to Broadway, walk through some of England’s most beautiful villages • Visit Broadway Tower to admire stunning views of the surrounding countryside • Relax with a dip in the pool or a visit to the hotel spa.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Calcot Manor & Spa
Tetbury
Premiere Hotel

Nestled in 220 acres of Cotswold meadowland, this lovely "country modern" hotel offers the ideal blend of elegance and coziness. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 3-6

Description

Take your time exploring the ruins of a 13th-century Cistercian abbey • See the medieval wall paintings at the church in Hailes • Stroll the iconic Cotswold Way, passing villages and castles • Explore the award-winning gardens of Sudeley Castle • Experience English pub culture with a hearty lunch at the Black Horse • Visit the Slaughters, a pair of beautiful and historic villages that straddle the River Eye • Take some time to wander quaint Guiting Power, savor a pint or do some shopping • Savor magnificent views of the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains from Crickley Hill • Stroll onwards to picturesque Painswick, the “Queen of the Cotswolds” • Spend some time exploring the town’s lively main street • Enjoy a final walk with views of the Severn Vale and the Forest of Dean, or indulge in a spa treatment at our hotel.

Accommodations
Dormy House

(3 nights)

Nights 3-5

Dormy House
Broadway
Premiere Hotel

A warm welcome awaits at this beautifully restored 17th-century farmhouse, part of a stunning 400-acre estate. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

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Nights 1-2

Calcot Manor & Spa
Tetbury

Premiere Hotel

Nestled in 220 acres of Cotswold meadowland, this lovely "country modern" hotel offers the ideal blend of elegance and coziness. (pool, spa)

Nights 3-5

Dormy House
Broadway

Premiere Hotel

A warm welcome awaits at this beautifully restored 17th-century farmhouse, part of a stunning 400-acre estate. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool, spa)

From $6,099 - $6,249 /person

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