England Express: Exploring the Cotswolds
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England Express: Exploring the Cotswolds
The trip in a nutshell
Self-driven tour
This is a self-driven tour - it isn’t compulsory to drive, however if you are willing to, then please tick the box when booking your trip.
Are you bored of a regular holiday where a heated game of volleyball brings the most excitement and the biggest fashion statement is a neon-coloured pool inflatable? Well, buckle up, because we're about to take you on a journey through the enchanting Cotswolds, where the only thing more charming than the honey-coloured cottages are the people who live in them (and trust us, they're a pretty quirky bunch). Ditch your beach towel and flip-flops because you're going to need a sturdy pair of wellies and a trusty walking stick to navigate the winding streams and rolling hills that have inspired poets and painters for centuries.
Our 5-day itinerary is designed to immerse you in the quintessential English countryside, where you'll discover villages so picturesque, they look like they've been plucked straight out of a storybook. Get ready to be dazzled by the charming Bourton-on-the-Water, often called the "Venice of the Cotswolds" (but without the pesky gondolas and overpriced gelato). And prepare to be utterly enchanted by the welcoming English towns, where you can browse the independent shops and galleries to your heart's content (and maybe even pick up a few locally-crafted souvenirs, like a hand-knitted tea cosy or a set of artisanal sheep shears). With comfortable accommodations, expert tour leaders, and a group of like-minded adventurers who are just as eager to embrace their inner Englishman as you are, this trip is sure to be the highlight of your year. So what are you waiting for? Book your spot today and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime (or at least the next five days).
Trip type
Express: jam-packed itinerary to make the most of the few days of holiday allowance you have.
Backpacks are mandatory to allow easy transfers - we recommend a 45L backpack for our trips.
Physical rating
LOW - this itinerary is easy-going and any extra sports or activities are entirely optional - minimum physical effort is required.
Entry requirements
For UK nationals, please visit the gov.uk website. For all other passport holders, please refer to your national government website.
Arrival and departure
This trip begins and ends in Gloucester.
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What's included
4 nights accommodation in shared rooms
Car rental from day 2 to day 5
River horse-riding activity - or an alternative activity in case of bad weather conditions
A super traditional English afternoon tea!
Rococo Garden entrance fee
Travel Coordinator services
Welcome to the Costwolds
Stow-on-the-Wold
Cirencester & Burford & Bibury
Castle Combe
Check-out and goodbye
The travel coordinators
Our travel coordinators are chosen because they are people like you. Not only are they the best travel buddy you could hope for, but they're trained professionals guaranteed to show you a travel experience like never before
Info to know
Staff
Our trips are led by a Travel Coordinator who has been specifically trained by us to lead group travels to ensure you have the best time. A WhatsApp group with all travel participants will be created two weeks prior to departure by your Travel Coordinator.
Visas and Vaccinations
Before booking, please ensure you check what documents, visas, and vaccinations are required to enter the country you are visiting. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Arrival and Departure Times
We advise getting to the meet-up point for the first day of your tour by 18 pm. On the last day of the tour you are free to leave whenever you want!
Luggage
Backpacks are mandatory to allow easy transfers - we recommend a 45L backpack for our trips.
Available dates
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