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North & South Cotswolds Small Group Tour - NEW for 2024
Visiting the Cotswolds in 2024 & want to spend two days seeing all the best villages?
Take a small group Cotswolds tour from Moreton in Marsh & explore 14 amazing Cotswold locations in the North & South Cotswolds. Lucy & Richard, local tour guides have designed two fabulous days out. These fun, relaxed day trips visit a selection of famous villages like Bourton on the Water, The Slaughters, Bibury, Castle Combe & Lacock. Along with hidden gems & historic market towns. The day trips have been designed geographically so you can maximise your free time exploring each location & the lively commentary is covered as we travel between stops by your friendly driver guide. You will uncover the Cotswolds quirky history & entertaining facts & when we stop there is plenty of time for self exploration. These two 8 hour Cotswold tours are run on selected dates throughout the year between April & October. With only 7 travellers per group these micro tours are the perfect way to explore the Cotswolds.
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This two day North & South Cotswolds small group tour is priced at £300 per person.
Tours start from Moreton in Marsh Railway station.
2024 Tour Dates
Our two day North & South Cotswolds Tour will run on the following dates in 2024:
MAY
Friday 3rd & Saturday 4th May - SOLD OUT
Tuesday 7th & Wednesday 8th May - SOLD OUT
Tuesday 14th & Wednesday 15th - SOLD OUT
Tuesday 21st & Wednesday 22nd May - 4 spaces left
Tuesday 28th & Wednesday 29th - 3 spaces left
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JUNE
Tuesday 4th & Wednesday 5th - 1 space left
Thursday 13th & Friday 14th -4 spaces left
Friday 21st & Saturday 22nd - 1 space left
Wednesday 26th & Thursday 27th - SOLD OUT
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JULY
Tuesday 2nd & Wednesday 3rd - 1 space left
Tuesday 9th & Wednesday 10th - 3 spaces left
Tuesday 23rd & Wednesday 24th - 1 space left
Tuesday 30th & Wednesday 31st - 5 spaces left
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AUGUST
Tuesday 6th & Wednesday 7th - 1 space left
Thursday 22nd & Friday 23rd - 2 spaces left
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SEPTEMBER
Tuesday 3rd & Wednesday 4th - 6 spaces left
Friday 13th & Saturday 14th - SOLD OUT
Tuesday 17th & Wednesday 18th - SOLD OUT
Friday 27th & Saturday 28th - 2 spaces left
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OCTOBER
Tuesday 1st & Wednesday 2nd - SOLD OUT
Friday 18th & Saturday 19th - 5 spaces left
Small Group 2 day Cotswold Tour Itinerary
Day 1
9.30am to 5.30pm
Rollright Stone Circle
Visit the Cotswolds very own version of Stonehenge! This site is set up high on the Cotswolds ridge line, affording amazing views across Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire & Warwickshire. You will discover the fascinating folklore linked to these stones, along with trying the ancient art of dowsing to find 'ley-lines'
Adlestrop
This hidden gem of a village is off the main tourist trail but hides two fabulous literary links. The first is to one of the UK's most celebrated poets, Edward Thomas. The second link is to the wonderful Jane Austen. Walk in her footsteps through a village unchanged by the passage of time.
Bourton on the Water
Often referred to as 'The Venice of the Cotswolds'. This lively village has lots of little stone bridges crossing over the River Windrush. Explore the independent stores, local perfumery, have a morning coffee or visit the 'model village'
Lower Slaughter
A small but perfectly formed village, filled with tiny cottages huddled next to the river. See a beautiful manor house, visit the fabulous old water mill, discover for yourself why this has been voted one of the most romantic streets in England
Upper Slaughter
A doubly thankful village, one of only 13 in the UK. Discover why this village is so special. You may even get to spot a flock of Cotswolds lions! Don't worry they don't bite : )
Snowshill
One of our favourite little villages! Snowshill is as pretty as a postcard, with the church in the village centre & cottages huddled against the hillside, make sure you have your camera ready!
Broadway
Time for lunch & a little retail therapy. We stop in the beautiful village of Broadway where there is a huge selection of places to eat. Or if the weather is nice, why not grab a sandwich & relax on the wide village green soaking up the sunshine.
Stanton
We will head to the gorgeous village of Stanton! Here you will have time to wander through the streets admiring the Cotswolds architecture & even see some rare, thatched cottages. Learn the villages usual history with your guide on hand to share a story or two!
Dover's Hill
Take some time to soak up the atmosphere at Dover's Hill. Learn the area's quirky history & admire the far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside.
Chipping Campden
For lovers of architecture, you can't miss a stroll along Chipping Campden's main street. Pop into the famous 'Wool Church' & if you haven't seen enough thatched cottages then you can enjoy finding some more on the outskirts of this little town!
Day 1 North Cotswolds Tour
This tour visits 10 wonderful Cotswolds villages
you will have free time to explore at each stop:
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1. Rollright Stone Circle - 20 minutes
2. Adlestrop - 20 minutes
3. Bourton on the Water - 50 minutes
4. Lower Slaughter - 25 minutes
5. Upper Slaughter - 10 minutes
6. Stanton - 30 minutes
7. Broadway, this is the lunch stop location
where you will have 80 minutes
8. Snowshill - 20 minutes
9. Dover's Hill - 10 minutes
10. Chipping Campden - 45 minutes
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Times at each stop have been designed based on the size of the village
Small Group 2 day Cotswold Tour Itinerary
Day 2
9am to 5pm / 5.30pm**
Bibury
Arlington Row in Bibury is one of the most photographed collection of cottages in the whole of the Cotswolds. Uncover the villages quirky history with your local guide. There is a lovely circular walk past the nature reserve & the cottages which will be the perfect start to the day.
Malmesbury
Malmesbury has a rich history & a beautiful 12th Century Abbey. Wander through the charming streets & pop into one of the many independent retailers. This is the perfect spot for morning coffee as we head down into the South Cotswolds
Castle Combe
A picture-perfect village, wonderful for film fans & photographers. A visit to the Cotswolds wouldn't be complete without seeing 'the prettiest street in England'
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Lacock
Harry Potter & Downton Abbey fans will delight in visiting Lacock. This village has changed little in the last 200 years. Admire the architecture, have lunch in one of the inns, restaurants & cafes. Spend time visiting in the abbey, museum & soaking up the beauty of this wonderfully preserved village.
Day 2 South Cotswolds Tour
On your second day you will head down into the South Cotswolds
with free time to explore at each stop: 8-hour tour
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1. Bibury - 30 minutes
2. Malmesbury - 50 minutes
3. Castle Combe - 30 minutes
4. Lacock* - 2 hours 30 minutes, this is the lunch stop location
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**We aim to finish the tour at Moreton in Marsh Railway Station at 5pm. However this arrival time may vary if we encounter traffic so we may not get back until 5.30pm on some days.
Included in your
2 day tour
Collection & Return from Moreton in Marsh railway station
Live microphone commentary as you travel
Free time for self exploration at every stop
Maps of each location
Transportation
Driver Guide
not included in your
2 day tour
Lunch / Refreshments
Accommodation
Entrance fee to Lacock Abbey (Lacock village is free)
How to book your 2 day North & South Cotswolds tour
If you want to spend two days exploring the Cotswolds with us then all you need to do is complete the booking form below.
We will send over a confirmation email & invoice for your deposit. In order to secure your tour dates we require a £50 deposit per person. The remainder of your tour balance will be payable 8 weeks before your tour date.
Please note that the two day small group tours will only go ahead if we have a minimum of 2 guests booked on.
Confirmation of the tour date going ahead will be sent out 4 weeks before.
If we do not have enough travellers to proceed with the tour your payment will be refunded in full.
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If you love the look of this tour but not sure if a mixed group tour is not for you. Don't worry you can make this into a two day 'private' tour, find out more here