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 £375 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.
Looking for the full Cotswold Way National Trail? Click here.
Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.
From £678 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 | £678 | |
COTR2 | A circular trail beginning at Moreton-in-Marsh | 6 days walking | £940 | |
COTR3 | A circular trail beginning at Moreton-in-Marsh | 8 days walking | £1208 |
Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
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COTSB | A circular trail beginning at Bourton-on-the-Water | 2 days walking | £375 |
“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
“We really enjoyed our holiday and everything went to plan. The accommodation was very good and our rooms comfortable and clean. The scenery on our walk was stunning and we particularly enjoyed walking through all the wildflower meadows and seeing so many butterflies and bees. Thanks for all your help.”Mrs Baillie, UK
“The Cotswolds are beautiful and being able to walk during the day and have my bags taken to my next night's accommodation was fabulous.”Ms Birnie, Australia
“We enjoyed the holiday, it was an excellent 4 day walk.”Mr Raynor, UK
“We all loved walking through the forests, lanes, pastures and over the way too many hills. We explored villages and found pubs with great food and atmosphere. People were friendly and the weather was lovely. Our luggage was moved on time each day, the hotels were well situated and comfortable and the food was delicious. The maps and directions were accurate and we never got lost. I will be signing up for another walk through Contours. Hadrian’s Wall is next.”Mrs Eddy, USA
“Well organised, good map and guidebook, great accommodation.”Mr Pfeifer, UK
“Really enjoyed it. Dry and often sunny weather helped. I just love this form of independent travel. I’ve recommended Contours on multiple occasions in the past.”Mr Anderson, USA
“I had a wonderful time and I would like to thank Contours. Everyone I spoke to during my trip who are involved with you talk highly of your company and I can see why. Your trips are very well organised. Amazing experience. Beautiful scenery and wonderful people.”Miss Ryan, Australia
“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