Cotswold Winter Adventurer
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: St Mary's Church, Church Place, Bampton OX18 2LY England
Our first stop is in the charming market town of Bampton, famed for being the location for the village scenes in Downton Abbey. Time to visit pretty St Marys Church and see the cottages and houses which featured in this popular TV series:
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Kelmscott Manor, Off A417 Lechlade, Kelmscott GL7 3HJ England
We then continue our drive, passing through Kelmscott, the home of the Arts and Crafts founder, William Morris.
Stop At: Arlington Row, Awkward Hill, Bibury GL7 5NJ England
Our journey from Kelmscott takes us through the old market town of Lechlade and some pretty Cotswold stone villages to idyllic Bibury. Enjoy walking around the 17th century cottages, water meadow and trout farm.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Church of St Peter & St Paul, The Church of St. Peter & St. Paul Market Place, Northleach GL54 3HL England
Heading through the Coln Valley we travel through a succession of stone hamlets, hidden valleys and remarkable scenery, before arriving in the historic wool town of Northleach, with its impressive Perpendicular church.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Bourton on the Water, High St, Bourton-on-the-Water GL54 2AP England
We then head into the North Cotswolds and visit Bourton-on-the-Water, the Venice of the Cotswolds. Enjoy a stroll along the beautiful River Windrush or visit the model village or vintage car museum.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Stow-on-the-Wold Market Square, Stow-on-the-Wold England
A short drive take us to Stow-on-the-Wold, the highest town in the Cotswolds. Enjoy browsing around the quaint antiques shops, boutiques and charming cafes or visit the fine St Edwards Church.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Blenheim Palace, Woodstock OX20 1PP England
We return to Oxford via the bustling market town of Chipping Norton, passing finally through Woodstock, the site of magnificent Blenheim Palace. We make a brief photo stop outside the gates of Blenheim Palace.
Duration: 10 minutes
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Beverages
- Blue Badge guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport in comfortable Mercedes minibus
- Pick-up and drop-off from hotels in North Oxford on request
- Pick up from Oxford Railway Station on request
Exclusions
- Lunch
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Cancellation
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David and Irene absolutely fabulous in bringing us around to all these charming small towns and villages period we learned a lot of history from them. This is a better trip than from London due to shorter distances.
David and Irene absolutely fabulous in bringing us around to all these charming small towns and villages period we learned a lot of history from them. This is a better trip than from London due to shorter distances.This was the most charming trip to do. I didnt know where to look with all the beautiful surroundings. Isobel and David were the loveliest guides to have. Isobel was extremely knowledgeable with the history and David knew every area thoroughly. I particulalry loved this trip in Winter, Areas w...
This was the most charming trip to do. I didnt know where to look with all the beautiful surroundings. Isobel and David were the loveliest guides to have. Isobel was extremely knowledgeable with the history and David knew every area thoroughly. I particulalry loved this trip in Winter, Areas were not congested and seeing the Cotwolds in the winter only added more to their cosiness and farytale charm. We were lucky it was a beautiful clear day. Thank you for making my trip to the Cotwolds a memorable one Isobel and David. LOVED LOVED LOVED IT.Beautiful trip to the Cotswolds, enhanced by the Autumn colours! The guiding couple were very nice and attentive and we were left impressed by the guide knowledge and the driving was safe. They were happy to pull over in "the middle of nowhere" just for us to get out to take pictures or experienc...
Beautiful trip to the Cotswolds, enhanced by the Autumn colours! The guiding couple were very nice and attentive and we were left impressed by the guide knowledge and the driving was safe. They were happy to pull over in "the middle of nowhere" just for us to get out to take pictures or experience the sounds and quietness of the environment - very appreciated. We definitely recommend the trip, even under pandemic circumstances, is an outdoor activity and there are not many tourists at this time. The trip is not too tiring as part of the time is spent driving across the villages. We visited several villages, we have seen lots of sheep and pheasants, nice countryside properties and beautiful fields - a relaxing and lovely day out. Thank you for the day Isobel and David!This tour even takes place in January. Lovely views of the Cotswolds, interesting bits of the area, history, filmlocations, literature ect.. Nice alternation of our trip to Oxford. Highly recommended
This tour even takes place in January. Lovely views of the Cotswolds, interesting bits of the area, history, filmlocations, literature ect.. Nice alternation of our trip to Oxford. Highly recommendedIsabelle was a fantastic guide. Being a small and more intimate tour allowed us to visit more Cotswold villages that a bigger coach wouldn't be able to access. My favourite thing was just how knowledgeable Isabelle was - you'd have to spend years researching to learn what you learn on a day with ...
Isabelle was a fantastic guide. Being a small and more intimate tour allowed us to visit more Cotswold villages that a bigger coach wouldn't be able to access. My favourite thing was just how knowledgeable Isabelle was - you'd have to spend years researching to learn what you learn on a day with this tour. Highly recommend this tour.We had such a fabulous day touring the beautiful cotswolds and learned so much about the area. We would have never found the small roads and byways that we explored. I highly recommend this tour!
We had such a fabulous day touring the beautiful cotswolds and learned so much about the area. We would have never found the small roads and byways that we explored. I highly recommend this tour!