The Cotswolds Loop Walking Break

Itinerary of this Cotswold Loop Walking Break

Short Itinerary- 6 days/5 nights- £425 per person

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- Moreton in Marsh to Bourton-on-the-Water- (12 miles/18km)- Passing through the villages of Stow-on-the-W0ld and Lower Slaughter before arriving at Bourton-on-the-Water

Overnight- Bourton-on-the-Water

Day 3- Bourton-on-the-Water to Winchcombe (12 miles/18km)- Following the Wardens way and visiting Upper Slaughter, Naunton and ending in the medieval town of Winchcombe.

Overnight- Winchcombe

Day 4- Winchcombe to Broadway- (12.5 miles/20km)- Following the Cotswold way and passing through the villages of Stanton, Stanway.

Overnight- Broadway

Day 5- Broadway to Moreton-in-Marsh- (12 miles/19km)- Returning to Moreton-in-Marsh for your final night via Chipping Campden, Broadway Tower and Blockley.

Overnight- Moreton-in-Marsh

Day 6- This is your final day and after a leisurely breakfast you can make your way to your next destination. Moreton-in-Marsh station is within walking distance of your hotel and has direct rail links to London Paddington.

Long Itinerary- 10 days/9 nights- £765 per person

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–  Moreton-in-Marsh to Stow-on-the-Wold– (7 miles/11 km)- following the Monarchs Way and passing the pretty villages of Longborough, Donnington and Broadwell before arriving in the medieval market town of Stow-on-the-Wold.

Overnight- Stow on the Wold

Day 3–  Stow-on-the-Wold to Bourton-on-the-Water– (5.5 miles/8.5km)- Todays walk will take you through pretty countryside and passing through the stunning village of Lower Slaughter before arriving at Bourton-on-the-Water, the Venice of the Cotswolds.

Overnight-  Bourton-on-the-Water

Day 4- Bourton-on-the-Water to Guiting Power- (6 miles/9.5km)–  following the Wardens way and passing the pretty villages of Naunton and Upper Slaughter.

Overnight-  Guiting Power

Day 5-  Guiting Power to Winchcombe- (6 miles/9.5km)- again following the Wardens way and passing through Guiting Wood and the grounds of Sudeley Castle before arriving at the medieval town of Winchcombe.

Overnight- Winchcombe

Day 6- Winchcombe to Stanton- (8 miles/12.5km)- nice walk along the Cotswold way with options to visit the ruins Hailes Abbey and Stanway House.

Overnight- Stanton

Day 7- Stanton to Broadway- (5 miles/8 km)- again following the Cotswold way up past the old hill fort at Shenberrow Hill and on into Broadway village

Overnight- Broadway

Day 8- Broadway to Chipping Campden– (5 miles/8 km)-passing two of the best viewpoints in the Cotswolds, Broadway Tower and Dovers Hill.

Overnight- Chipping Campden

Day 9- Chipping Campden to Moreton-in-Marsh- (7 miles/ 11km)- following the Monarchs way and passing the stunning villages of Broad Campden and Blockley.

Overnight- Moreton-in-Marsh

Day 10– This is your final day and after a leisurely breakfast you can make your way to your next destination. Moreton-in-Marsh station is within walking distance of your hotel and has direct rail links to London Paddington.

Included in this tour

• 6 or 9 nights standard accommodation (quality inns and B&Bs) with breakfasts
• Tour folder with maps and route notes
• Luggage transfers between lodgings
• Emergency support

Excluded from this Holiday

• Transfers to & from start/finish points
• Snacks, lunches and dinners
• Travel insurance

Optional Extras

Solo traveller Supplement- (for customers travelling alone)- £200

Single Room Supplement-(for people wanting their own room)- £150 per person/room

Friday/Saturday stay £25 per night (added manually)

Accomodation

This break includes six/nine nights standard bed and breakfast accommodation staying in quality inns, guesthouses and bed and breakfasts.  All accommodation is carefully hand-picked and you will have a private bathroom and full english breakfast provided each morning.

How to get to and from this walk

Moreton-in-Marsh is accessible on direct trains from London Paddington. The journey takes around 90 minutes. All accommodation we use is within walking distance of the train station.

Train tickets can be bought at www.thetrainline.com

How much is the tour?

The tour costs from £425/£765 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 itineraries to suit people all fitness levels and most of our breaks can be achieved by anyone with a decent overall level of fitness. If you are unsure you are fit enough or do not currently exercise we recommend engaging in regular physical activity for a few months prior to the holiday

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: good quality walking boots/shoes, comfortable walking clothing,  waterproof jacket and trousers, a rucksack and gloves/hat.

Do you offer London pickups?

Pick ups from London and other towns and villages can be arranged at an extra cost.

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.