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Classic Cotswolds Cycling Holiday
Enjoy a short self-guided cycling break in the North Cotswolds staying two nights each in Moreton-in-Marsh and Chipping Campden with three full days cycling exploring the surrounding countryside and villages.
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Classic Cotswolds Cycling Holiday
Staying in the market towns of Moreton-in-Marsh and Chipping Campden, this 5 day/4 night cycling break offers you the chance to explore the surrounding area with three full days cycling. Each day there is the option of a short or longer cycle ride to suit people of all riding abilities. Rides range from 15 to 35 miles. See itinerary tab for more details.
Easily accessible by train from London and situated on the Roman Fosse Way, Moreton-in-Marsh is a charming market town with many 18th century inns and houses . Chipping Campden and the surrounding area are steeped in history and the village was a major market town for the trading of wool in the medieval period. Both villages have plenty of shops, restaurants and pubs to keep you entertained during your stay.
This self-guided holiday includes 4 nights standard accommodation with breakfast, baggage transfers between Moreton-in-Marsh and Chipping Campden, detailed tour folder with route notes and the option to rent bikes. Accomodation upgrades also available.
Booking and Price
This cycling holiday is available to start any day of the week subject to availability.
The cost of this break is £420 per person based on two people sharing. For solo travellers and those wanting a single room a supplement applies (See Extras). Accommodation upgrade also available
If you have any questions about this holiday please use the ‘Enquire Now’ button above. If you are ready to book use the green ‘Book Now’ button below to proceed to the booking pages. You can either choose to pay a £100 deposit or the full balance. Payment of balance is required 6 weeks before departure. Please note all bookings are provisional as we need to confirm availability of accommodation.
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Itinerary of this Classic Cotswold Cycling Holiday
Day 1- arrive in Moreton-in-Marsh by train from London, check-in to hotel and spend the rest of your day exploring this historic village. Wander around the ancient streets, visit the market and maybe stop in for a pint at JRR Tolkiens old drinking den, The Bell Inn.
Overnight- Moreton-in-Marsh
Day 2– If you have requested bikes they will arrive in the morning and you will be given a brief orientation. You are then free to take one of the circular cycle routes and will back in Moreton-in-Marsh in the late afternoon giving you more time to explore.
Overnight- Moreton-in-Marsh
Short Option– 28 miles-gentle ride following the Evenlode River and passing through several pretty villages including Kingham, Evenlode and Adlestrop.
Longer option– 38 miles- From Moreton-in-Marsh to Stow-on-the-Wold and Chipping Norton via the prehistoric Rollright stone circle and passing through 12 picturesque villages.
Day 3– This day you will take a short 17 mile ride to Chipping Campden where you will base yourselves for the next two nights. The tour passes through the pretty villages of Ebrington and Todenham and you have the option of visiting Hidcote Manor Gardens.
Overnight- Chipping Campden
Day 4- Today is your last day of cycling and you will take another circular tour from Chipping Campden where you will return to for your final nights stay.
Overnight- Chipping Campden
Short Option– 13 miles- Short scenic loop from Chipping Campden via pretty villages of Snowshill, Broadway and the highest point in the Cotswolds, Broadway Tower. Option of visiting Snowshill Manor.
Longer option– 25 miles-Longer loop from Chipping Campden via villages of Snowshill, Guiting Power, Broadway Tower and the Cotswold Farm Park.
Day 5- This is your final day and your bikes (if rented) will be collected from your hotel in the morning. You then need to make your way to your next destination. Moreton-in-Marsh station is an easy taxi ride or bus journey away.
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Included in this tour
- 4 nights standard accommodation (quality inns and B&Bs) with breakfasts
- Detailed route maps and tour folder
- Luggage transfers between Moreton-in-Marsh and Chipping Campden)
- Carefully chosen cycle routes
- Emergency support
Excluded from this Holiday
- Transfers to/from start finishing points
- Bike hire (if needed)
- Snacks, lunches and dinners
- Travel insurance
Optional Extras
Solo traveller Supplement- (for those travelling alone)– £160
Single Room Supplement– (for those wanting a their own room)- £120 per person
Bike Hire- £75 per person
Electric Bike Hire- £110 per person
Extra night (in Chipping Campden)- £120 per room
Friday/Saturday stay £25 per night (added manually)
Upgrade to superior accommodation (e.g White Hart, Moreton in Marsh; Noel Arms, Chipping Campden- £50 per person
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Accomodation
This break includes four nights standard bed and breakfast accommodation staying in quality inns and bed and breakfasts. You will be staying for two nights each in Moreton-in-Marsh and Chipping Campden. Upgrades to superior and premium accommodation also available at an extra charge (See included tab for more details)
Examples of Standard Accommodation
Redesdale Arms- Moreton-in-Marsh
Examples of Superior Accommodation
White Hart Royal- Moreton-in-Marsh
Example of Premium Accommodation
Manor House Hotel- Moreton-in-Marsh
Cotswold House- Chipping Campden
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How to get to Moreton-in-Marsh
Moreton-In-Marsh is easily accessible on direct trains from London Paddington. The journey usually take around 90 minutes and train tickets can be booked online at www.thetrainline.com
London Paddington is easily accessible from both London Heathrow and Gatwick via public transport.
If you have a vehicle you can also drive to Moreton-in-Marsh in around two hours from London.
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How much is the tour?
The tour costs £420 per person based on two people sharing a double/twin room
What about my luggage?
This break includes luggage transfer(s) between lodgings, so you only need to worry about your day pack when you are moving accommodation. Each break includes luggage transfers for one large suitcase per person. You need to leave it in reception on the morning you are moving villages and it will arrive at your destination by late afternoon.
What about solo travellers and those requiring their own room?
Solo travellers are welcome on this tour and a supplement applies to cover the cost of solo occupancy of a double/twin room and the extra cost incurred in moving one set of luggage instead of two and providing a set of route maps for one rather than two people. A supplement also applies to those requiring their own room. See extra tab for more details.
Am I fit enough?
We offer a variety of different cycle routes raining from 15 miles to 35 miles so there should be something to suit everyone. Please be aware that a good general level of fitness is required and that the Cotswolds is by nature hilly so there are occasional, short ascents but on the whole the routes are quiet and flat wherever possible.
When is the best time of year to go?
You can go any time of year but we recommend March to November as the best time of year for outdoor activities in the Cotswolds.
What should I bring?
We will provide you with a detailed pre-tour folder which includes a packing list but as a guide: layered cycle wear, waterproof jacket and trousers, comfortable trainers, warm jacket.
Do you offer London pickups?
Pick ups from London and other towns and villages can be arranged at an extra cost.
How long is this tour?
This tour last for 4 nights and 5 days with the option to extend by an extra night at the end of the tour
How do i get to the start of the tour?
The easiest option would be to get a direct train from London Paddington to Moreton-in-Marsh. Train tickets can be booked online at www.thetrainline.com. The tour will finish in Chipping Campden which is a short taxi or bus ride (Number 21/22) from Moreton-in-Marsh.
Photos from our Cotswolds Cycling Holidays
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