Ultimate Cotswold Experience: 4-Day Adventure


Slow down and soak up the charm of the Cotswolds on this intimate four-day journey through rolling hills, golden-stone villages, and hands-on local experiences. Begin with a scenic drive to Guiting Power, where you’ll witness a private sheepdog demonstration, learning about the deep connection between shepherd and dog.

Explore iconic villages like Bibury and Lower Slaughter, enjoy a peaceful countryside walk, and pause for a hearty pub lunch or a relaxing afternoon tea in a historic manor or garden picnic spot. Tailor your mornings with visits to hidden gems or favourite attractions, guided by a local expert.

Step into the kitchen of a beloved Cotswold baker to learn the secrets of perfect scones, sponges, and shortbreads during a fun, hands-on British Bake Off-style session. Discover the art of cheesemaking with a behind-the-scenes tour at an award-winning organic creamery, sampling estate-made cheeses, and explore the iconic Daylesford Organic Farmshop.

End with a hands-on cooking class, creating a delicious three-course meal using seasonal local ingredients. This tour is perfect for food lovers, walkers, and those seeking a deeper connection to the Cotswold way of life.

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Day 1 – Sheepdog Experience & The Cotswolds

  • Travel to the beautiful village of Guiting Power via a scenic route through the glorious Cotswold countryside.
  • Begin your adventure with an exclusive, hands-on demonstration by one of the finest shepherds and sheepdog handlers in the Cotswolds.
  • Experience the thrill and understanding the intricate bond between shepherd and dog.
  • Spend the rest of the day exploring famous Cotswold villages such as Bibury and Lower Slaughter.
  • Enjoy the tranquil ambiance of a relaxing afternoon tea in a historic manor or a scenic picnic overlooking the rolling Cotswold hills.

Day 2 – Cotswold Cottage Tea

  • Tailor your morning to suit your interests with visits to a variety attractions or charming villages.
  • Join our famous local baker, in her beautiful Cotswold home for an exclusive afternoon tea baking session.
  • Learn the secrets to creating perfect scones, sponges, and shortbreads, and create a British Family Bake Off!
  • Enjoy your homemade goodies either inside the cozy historic farmhouse or outside in the lush garden, surrounded by stunning views of the Cotswold countryside.

Day 3 – Villages by Foot & Pub Lunch

  • Begin your day with a peaceful countryside walk between iconic villages
  • Enjoy a hearty pub lunch at a handpicked local inn, tailored to the season
  • Walk through landscapes of rolling hills, brooks, and golden stone cottages
  • End the day with a guided driving tour of nearby villages you haven’t seen yet
  • Ideal for those wanting a slower, more intimate way to explore the Cotswolds

Day 4 – 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
2 November 2024

Loved our Cotswold Tour

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Toured with Cotswold Tours & Travel for 5 days. Our driver guides were outstanding. They all knew the Cotswolds extremely well, including local history and geography. Each day we were introduced to a new portion of this outstandingly beautiful region. We thoroughly recommend this fine tour company!

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