England's Cotswolds Home Base Hiking & Walking Tour
A Singular Hotel Experience in Great Britain
Chocolate-box villages, gentle hills and peaceful sheep pastures invite you to explore. Visit the Cotswolds in style, and every day return to the elegant Estelle Manor.
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Highlights
- Settle in at one hotel, the elegant Estelle Manor, where you can rest in an exquisite country manor and spa situated in an idyllic 60-acre estate
- Walk picturesque routes in the Cotswolds, through postcard-perfect honey-hued and chocolate-box villages, along drystone walls and past gentle flocks of sheep
- Admire beautiful churches and take leisurely walks, pausing to exchange hellos with the locals and take in some of England’s finest gardens
- Visit stunning Blenheim Palace, once the home of Winston Churchill, and learn about the historic and archaeological sites in the area
- Savor pub lunches, cream tea and our manor’s fresh seasonal favorites in their high-class dining room
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Oxford Airport & Travel Details
- Set out on foot to discover the picturesque towns of Bibury and Fairford, famous for their chocolate-box cottages with thatched roofs and English gardens
- Walk to beautiful Coln St Aldwyns and enjoy a pint surrounded by ivy-clad cottages
- Explore the medieval church of St. Mary’s, a treasure with its 14 bells and original stained-glass windows—the only complete set in the United Kingdom!
- Get acquainted with your traveling companions at a cocktail party in the beautiful Estelle Manor followed by an elegant dinner.
Nights 1-4
Luxury Hotel
This historic country hotel is a sumptuous retreat, nestled within 60 acres of gardens and parkland and featuring the Roman-inspired Eynsham Baths. (spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Wander among the ruins of Minster Lovell Hall, a haunting remnant of medieval England
- Walk the serene, rolling meadows of Windrush Valley, stopping to stroll the beautiful gardens of Asthall Manor
- Browse the historic, honey-colored storefronts in the market town of Burford
- Dine on locally sourced gourmet cuisine at our hotel—cheddar soufflé, beef Wellington and roasted heirloom cauliflower are just some of the delectable options!
Nights 1-4
Luxury Hotel
This historic country hotel is a sumptuous retreat, nestled within 60 acres of gardens and parkland and featuring the Roman-inspired Eynsham Baths. (spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Set out on a memorable walk through Upper and Lower Slaughter, two charming honey-colored limestone villages
- Have a wander through the artisan shops of Stow-on-the-Wold, a good place to shop for a souvenir
- Refresh yourself with a hearty pub lunch in Naunton, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- Perhaps call on the services of our hotel’s knowledgeable adventure concierge and strike out on a journey on your own, from archery to foraging.
Nights 1-4
Luxury Hotel
This historic country hotel is a sumptuous retreat, nestled within 60 acres of gardens and parkland and featuring the Roman-inspired Eynsham Baths. (spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Admire the ancient mosaics and stone walls of a Roman villa on our walk to the delightful town of Woodstock
- Visit Blenheim Palace, an opulent English estate and once the home of Winston Churchill
- The grounds and gardens were designed by “Capability” Brown, a landscape architect who carefully planned lovely viewpoints throughout
- Feel like royalty as you explore the grounds and gardens of this magnificent palace.
Nights 1-4
Luxury Hotel
This historic country hotel is a sumptuous retreat, nestled within 60 acres of gardens and parkland and featuring the Roman-inspired Eynsham Baths. (spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Enjoy a final walk together through gentle woodland, keeping your eyes peeled for the majestic hawk that calls this area home
- Unwind on an optional guided thermal journey and restore yourself in our hotel’s Roman-inspired Eynsham Baths
- Extend your stay in the wonderful cultural centers of Oxford or London.
Nights 1-4
Luxury Hotel
This historic country hotel is a sumptuous retreat, nestled within 60 acres of gardens and parkland and featuring the Roman-inspired Eynsham Baths. (spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Oxford Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 1-3
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All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
