Cotswold Highlights: The Ultimate 6 Day Journey


This unforgettable 6-day journey weaves through the heart of England’s most picturesque landscapes and historic treasures. Wander among golden-stone cottages, medieval market towns, and rolling hills, visiting iconic villages like Chipping Campden, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury, and Lower Slaughter. Step into hidden gems such as Blockley, Snowshill, and Stanton—filming locations for beloved shows and films—before pausing for traditional pub lunches or cream teas in cozy tearooms. Discover life on a working farm with an interactive sheepdog demonstration, and enjoy a private tour of a Cotswold manor, led by a local historian.

Explore Warwick Castle, stroll through Stratford-upon-Avon, and take an optional boat ride along the River Avon. Visit the grand Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Churchill, and see his gravesite in Bladon. Delve into literary and academic history on a guided Oxford walking tour, followed by time to explore the city at your own pace. End with the magic of Bath, exploring the Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, and the charming village of Lacock, famous for its starring role in Downton Abbey and Harry Potter. This tour blends history, heritage, film, and countryside charm—perfect for travelers who want to experience the best of the Cotswolds and beyond.

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Day 1 – Our Famous Cotswold Tour

  • Discover golden-stone cottages, medieval market towns, and rolling hills of storybook scenery.
  • Explore iconic locations including Chipping Campden, Stow-on-the-Wold, and riverside Lower Slaughter.
  • Step into hidden gems like Blockley, Snowshill, and Stanton — filming locations for beloved shows and films.
  • Pause for a traditional pub lunch with local ales and food or enjoy cream tea in a cosy tearoom.
  • Admire thatched cottages, historic churches, and sweeping countryside views

Day 2 – A Cotswold Day to Remember & Sheepdog Demonstration

  • Exclusive “behind the scenes” tour with a local historian sharing fascinating stories to a private Cotswold Manor.
  • Overview of the North Cotswold villages and towns.
  • Explore charming lesser-known villages such as Stanton, Snowshill and Guiting Power.
  • Exclusive Visit to a Working Cotswold Farm near the charming village of Guiting Power
  • Interactive Sheepdog Demonstration with one of the region’s top shepherds and handlers
  • Learn how sheepdogs are trained—from young pups to seasoned competitors
  • Hands-on Experience: Try your hand at working the dogs under expert guidance
  • Get up close with friendly sheep and working dogs in a fun, relaxed environment
  • Ideal for all ages – educational, engaging, and uniquely memorable

Day 3 – Stratford Upon Avon & Warwick

  • Delve into the magnificent Warwick Castle, a medieval fortress.
  • Explore Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare.
  • Take a Boat along the River Avon (Optional) past Shakespeare’s final resting place, The Holy Trinity Church.
  • Stroll through its historic streets on a walking tour of Stratford-upon-Avon.
  • Visit the Famous Towns & Villages of the Cotswolds

Day 4 – Cotswolds & Oxford

  • Visit top Cotswolds villages like Bibury and Bourton-on-the-Water
  • Afternoon guided overview of Oxford’s iconic university landmarks
  • Free time to explore shops, bookstores, and historic sites
  • Dinner in a classic Oxford pub or elegant local eatery
  • Evening stroll through Oxford’s quiet, beautifully lit streets

Day 5 – Clarkson’s Farm, Downton Abbey & Churchill’s Palace

  • Visit Diddly Squat Farmshop and enjoy a bite from the Farmer’s Dog Pub (Pub closed Mondays)
  • Explore the real Downton Abbey village of Bampton with behind-the-scenes insights
  • Discover the grandeur of Blenheim Palace, Winston Churchill’s birthplace
  • Reflect at Churchill’s simple gravesite in the quiet village of Bladon
  • Travel through stunning countryside and quintessential English villages

Day 6 – South Cotswolds & Bath

  • Explore the villages and towns of Lacock, 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.
  • Discover the filming sites of Downton Abbey, Harry Potter and Wolf Hall in the village of Lacock.
10 January 2025

Personalized, Lovely Experience!

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This was my second time working with CT&T to plan a multi-day Cotswold experience–first for my parents, and then for myself & my husband. The team were extremely responsive and creative in developing our itinerary. They took all of our interests into consideration and selected wonderful tour guides and educators to complete our experience. Our Clay Pigeon Shooting experience wi...

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