Charming Cotswolds
- Duration: 4 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TCRU8820
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
4 days
4 Day Tour
Join us and explore the hidden gems of the Cotswolds, one of the unspoilt regions of England. An area of outstanding natural beauty covering six English counties and draws visitors from all over the world.
Renowned for its rolling meadows, meandering river valleys, pretty woodland, gentle hillsides and of course its sleepy ancient limestone villages and market towns, the area hasn't changed much for over 300 years. Steeped in history, growing up on the prosperity of the medieval wool trade in the 15th and 16th century, it has many fine churches and manor houses. The Cotswolds have always been looked upon as the heart of England, with unsurpassed idyllic charm and breath-taking scenery at every turn.
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Highlights
- Hotel for 3 nights with breakfast & dinner
- Porterage
- Use of leisure facilities
- Journey on Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway (one way)
- Visit to Broadway & Cheltenham
- Scenic tour - Chipping Campden & Shipston on Stour
- En route visit to Stow on the Wold
- Return visit to Burford
Itinerary
Day 1 - After joining your holiday coach, head to Stow on the Wold, where time will be allowed for lunch and sightseeing. Stow has a long history, dating from a prehistoric fortified settlement on top of the hill, and had a special importance in the English Civil War, the last battle was fought close by in Donnington back in 1646. St Edward’s Church, was used as a prison for the defeated Royalist troops, as it was the only lockable building in the town. Some of the damage sustained at this time can still be seen today.
Arrive at your hotel for 2 nights with dinner & breakfast included.
Days 2-3 - At leisure with two included excursions.
**Order TBC until railway timetable is released**
GLOUCESTERSHIRE WARWICKSHIRE RAILWAY, BROADWAY & CHELTENHAM
The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway is a heritage railway over 14 miles long in the beautiful English Cotswolds. Join the train in Broadway, a village that is often referred to as the 'Jewel of the Cotswolds' and enjoy a stress-free 50 minute journey through the beautiful countryside of the Cotswolds, Malverns and Vale of Evesham. On arrival at Cheltenham your coach awaits for a short transfer into the centre for free time.
SCENIC COTSWOLD DRIVE
Heading towards Snowshill enjoying the scenery and Spring colours onto Chipping Campden where a stop will be made. Chipping Campdens is one of the best preserved and most historically important towns in the Cotswolds. A planned town of the late 12th century, its original layout can still be traced along the High Street following the line of an important trading route. The ancient word ‘chipping’ refers to the market. Time here to look around and refreshments before continuing onto Shipston on Stour. This charming historic and thriving town has many interesting and unusual features.. It is becoming increasingly popular with tourists due to its wonderful mixture of shops, pubs, restaurants and hotels. From here we re-join the coach for a scenic drive back to the hotel.
Day 4 - After breakfast drive the short distance to Burford. The famous High Street is popular with visitors both for its beauty and history but also for its shopping, especially antiques. Free time here before continuing onto interchange and your home towns.
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Accommodation
Delta by Marriott Cheltenham Chase
The 4 Star Delta by Marriott Cheltenham Chase is a contemporary Gloucestershire retreat, poised between the rolling hills and idyllic villages of the Cotswolds AONB, and the vibrant cities of Cheltenham and Gloucester.
Keeping with Cheltenham tradition, their splendid spa invites you to indulge and relax after a full day of sightseeing.
And with delectable dining at our Hardy's Restaurant and cocktails out in The Garden Terrace Bar, a stay at the Cheltenham Chase is as much about staying in as going out. All rooms have TV, hospitality tray and lift to all floors.
Whether it's business or pleasure that brings you to this beautiful neck of the woods, the hotel look forward to welcoming you in style to the Cheltenham Chase Hotel. Indoor pool.
Enjoy all the modern conveniences in your bedroom as well as king size beds.