Bath, Stonehenge & the Cotswolds: A 6-Day Journey Through Time


Uncover the rich layers of history, culture, and countryside across the South Cotswolds and Somerset. Visit picture-perfect villages like Castle Combe and Tetbury, explore Bath’s Georgian elegance and ancient Roman Baths, and shop for antiques at the Royal Highgrove Shop.

Step into Britain’s ancient past with guided visits to Stonehenge, Avebury, and Salisbury Cathedral, home of the Magna Carta. Explore the mystical legends of Glastonbury Tor, the beauty of Wells Cathedral, and the dramatic landscapes of Cheddar Gorge.

Delve into local craft and food heritage with tours of an award-winning organic creamery, a hands-on cooking class, and stops at Cotswold Woollen Weavers and Daylesford Organic Farmshop. Enjoy scenic countryside drives, private teas, and immersive history in manor houses and cathedrals — all guided by local experts.

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Day 1 – South Cotswolds & Bath

  • Explore the villages and towns of Castle Combe and Tetbury.
  • Walking tour of the glorious City of Bath.
  • Visit the remarkable Roman Baths & Bath Abbey.
  • Shopping for antiques in Tetbury, a town with numerous antique shops and the Royal Highgrove shop.

Day 2 – Stonehenge & Avebury

  • Visit Stonehenge with an expert guide who will share the mysteries and legends surrounding stones.
  • Discover the Amesbury Museum and Heritage Centre, where you can delve into the area’s rich past.
  • Visit Salisbury Cathedral, home to the Magna Carta and the country’s tallest church spire.
  • Unlike Stonehenge, Avebury allows up-close access to the stones, offering a truly immersive and personal experience.
  • Step inside a beautifully restored 16th-century manor where each room is styled to reflect a different historical period, with interactive, touchable displays.
  • Surrounded by Wiltshire’s rolling countryside, Avebury is a place of natural beauty and mystical energy, often considered a sacred site by modern-day spiritual seekers.

Day 3 – Wells, Glastonbury & Cheddar Gorge Tour

  • Discover the timeless beauty of Wells with its renowned Cathedral.
  • Climb to the iconic Glastonbury Tor.
  • Explore the medieval city of Wells, named after three wells, dedicated to Saint Andrew.
  • Hear tales of King Arthur and the Isle of Avalon.
  • Take in the splendour of the glorious Cheddar Gorge.

Day 4 – Bath & Bristol

  • Explore Bristol’s Harbourside, featuring attractions like the SS Great Britain, a masterpiece of Victorian engineering.
  • Discover Bristol’s vibrant street art scene.
  • Walking tour of the glorious City of Bath.
  • Step back in time at the remarkable Roman Baths & Bath Abbey.
  • Admire Bath’s stunning Georgian architecture.

Day 5 – Farm to Fork: A Cotswold Food Journey

  • Explore an award-winning organic creamery with behind-the-scenes access to the cheesemaking process
  • Taste four artisanal cheeses made on-site from estate-raised cows
  • Visit the iconic Daylesford Organic Farmshop for browsing and inspiration
  • Participate in a hands-on English cooking class featuring a full three-course meal
  • Enjoy breathtaking rural scenery and authentic local experiences

Day 6 – Tea, Tweed & Thatched Roofs

  • Discover heritage wool craftsmanship at the historic Cotswold Woollen Weavers
  • See beautiful thatched cottages in Broad Campden and Chipping Campden
  • Learn about Cotswold architecture and the Arts & Crafts movement
  • Enjoy a private cottage tea or elegant hotel tea in a countryside setting
  • A day full of texture, tradition, and the timeless beauty of rural England
16 September 2024

The Cotswolds: God’s Footprint

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The Cotswolds region is like a slice of heaven. The guiding of Eddie and his team brought our details of history which kept our group of 6 (ages: 69 to 7) entertained. I cannot say enough about the professionalism and friendly caring services.

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