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Cotswolds by Bike

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8 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
20 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Highlights

Cycling Through the Heart of England

Quaint Stone Built Villages

Riding Across Rolling Hills

Biking Between Village Pubs and Old Coaching Inns

Itinerary

Embrace the rolling hills and timeless charm of the English countryside on the Cotswolds by Bike tour, an 8-day self-guided cycling adventure ideal for experienced travelers and seniors. Setting out from Cheltenham, this easy-paced trip reveals honey-colored villages, ancient Roman roads, and historic wool towns, all set against a backdrop of lush woodlands and open wolds.

Pedal through picturesque communities like Bibury—hailed as England’s most beautiful village—and explore iconic sites such as Chedworth Roman Villa and the market town of Tetbury. Each day brings a blend of gentle rides, cultural discoveries, and stops at cozy inns and gardens.

This tour’s unique selling point is its leisurely introduction to cycling amid the Cotswolds’ storied landscapes, paired with comfortable accommodations and thoughtful route planning. With all logistics covered, you can savor England’s rural beauty at your own pace, making this the ideal tour package for those seeking both relaxation and exploration on two wheels.

day 1Arrive Cheltenham

Arrival into Cheltenham

Accommodation
The Portland Guesthouse, thought to have been built in 1836, is a Grade II listed building ideally located in the heart of Cheltenham. The property boasts seven en-suite bedrooms across four floors of the late Georgian building, retaining many of the original features.

day 2Cheltenham to Fampton Mansell

day 3Fampton Mansell to Bibury

day 4Bibury

day 5Bibury to Guiting Power

day 6Guiting Power

day 7Guiting Power to Cheltenham

day 8Arrangements end after breakfast

What's Included

Accommodation
7 nights accommodation in guesthouses and hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
Meals
7 breakfasts
Others
1 piece of luggage per person transferred from Inn to Inn, not exceeding 20kgDigital information pack including route notes, maps & Navigational AppEmergency hotlineGPX Files6 days bike hire (e-bike hire on request - supplement applies, see below)

Customer Reviews

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

Loved our trip. Good hosts.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

The local support were very organized and communicative. The b&bs were all great. Some routes were a little to busy, but may be no way around it. There were some slightly larger villages that might have been better for our 2 nite stays with more to do after our rides.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
3.0 | Average

We rented electric bikes for this trip and had problems with the batteries running out. The first day was over 3000 feet of climbing. We found the roads had too much traffic for our liking. The hotels varied from very nice to below average. The countryside was beautiful and the English people very friendly.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

The scenery and accommodation were great. However, be warned the number and steepness of hills were underestimated.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

The Cotswolds by bicycle was a wonderful experience. They had selected charming B&Bs that had good facilities and pleasant owners. The biking routes were well chosen to have little to essentially no traffic, with minimal time on busy roads. The English countryside and its villages is one of the wonders of the world.

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