Cotswold Round
Explore the picturesque Cotswolds at your own pace on a circular self-guided walking holiday. Accommodation, luggage transfer and custom holiday pack included.
Cotswold Round
https://www.contours.co.uk/cotswold-round
A selection of circular walks through the beautiful countryside of the Cotswolds.
From £365 per person
Strewn with countless pretty villages built by medieval merchants, the Cotswolds fulfils most people's idea of an idyllic English landscape. While walking in the Cotswolds, you will find neat fields, rolling green hills, ancient woodland and clear streams, combined with simple stone cottages and historical landmarks to create a truly unique picture of timeless beauty. Our selection of circular trails explores the scenery, settlements and stories that make the Cotswolds such a wonderfully special place to discover on foot.
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Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.
From £645 per person
The Cotswold Round is a circuit of the best-loved villages and towns of the Cotswolds. Beginning at Moreton-in-Marsh, with its large market square surrounded by handsome former coaching inns, the trail meanders through the tranquil Windrush valley and along the western edge of the Cotswold Hills, allowing for far-reaching views across quintessentially English countryside.
The trail encounters a wealth of industrial and cultural history unique to the Cotswolds, as well as plenty of pleasant scenery and friendly ambiance in each settlement along the way.
Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
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COTR1 | A circular trail beginning at Moreton-in-Marsh | 4 days walking | £645 | |
COTR2 | A circular trail beginning at Moreton-in-Marsh | 6 days walking | £895 | |
COTR3 | A circular trail beginning at Moreton-in-Marsh | 8 days walking | £1150 |
Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
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COTSB | A circular trail beginning at Bourton-on-the-Water | 2 days walking | £365 |
“We loved the job that Contours did. The places we stayed were great. The walking/hiking information was complete and accurate. We plan to go again on a different walk.”Mr Eubank, USA
“I want to thank you for the excellent job in arranging all 3 of my hiking trips. I had such a great time and met some wonderful hosts along the way and I look forward to future Contours trips!”Ms Hawkins, USA
“The scenery was beautiful. The walks were a perfect distance for us, and the inns were very nice. We have already booked another holiday with you.”Ms Ellis, USA
“The country was lovely, the lodgings were great and interesting and old. The food was lovely as were the people we met. This is our fourth walking holiday with you and it was very well waymarked. We didn’t get confused at all. The route notes were very useful as was the downloaded GPS.”Ms Danforth, USA
“We enjoyed the holiday, it was an excellent 4 day walk.”Mr Raynor, UK
“A great walk with great weather. I actually can’t wait to book with you again!”Dr Cook, USA
“Accommodations were charming, the walk was exactly what we expected, and the folks at Contours who helped us with all our requirements and changes were unfailingly courteous and prompt.”Mr Zimmerman, USA
“Have already recommended to multiple people.”Ms Marriott, USA
“The hike in the Cotswolds was great! We really enjoyed the shorter hiking days and having time to enjoy the villages/towns where we stayed. Your staff was very receptive to our questions during the planning process and quick to respond. Even the weather was awesome!”Mrs Stamm, USA