Cotswolds Bike Tour
Starting point
Cheltenham
Finish point
Cheltenham
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Season
From April to October
Fitness level
2/5
Tour type
Gravel / E-bike
Number of people
Choose your style
- Visit Sudeley Castle, the burial place of Henry VIII’s last wife
- Explore Tetbury’s antique shops and see King Charles’ Highgrove House
- Ride through Bibury and see the iconic Arlington Row cottages
- Cycle through the Cotswolds' rolling hills and honey-colored villages
- Take scenic detours to Broadway Tower and Snowshill’s lavender fields
- Stay in hand-picked boutique inns and historic countryside hotels
Itinerary of the trip
What’s included in the price?
Self-guided
NOT INCLUDED
Cycle through the heart of the Cotswolds, where rolling hills, charming honey-colored villages, and a rich tapestry of history create an unforgettable experience.
This tour blends scenic rides with cultural discovery, taking you through historic market towns, ancient churches, and tranquil countryside.
The historic wool town of Tetbury, known for its antique shops and proximity to Highgrove House, the private residence of King Charles, offers a charming stop, while Sudeley Castle in Winchcombe holds the tomb of Henry VIII’s last wife.
From Cheltenham’s Regency elegance to Bibury’s iconic Arlington Row and Bourton-on-the-Water’s riverside charm, each stop reveals a piece of England’s rich history and character.
You will have several opportunities for scenic detours, including a ride past Roman ruins. Optional detours lead to Broadway Tower, Snowshill’s lavender fields, and the twin villages of Upper and Lower Slaughter.
The tour is designed for those seeking a relaxed introduction to cycling in the English countryside, since the Cotswolds feature rolling hills rather than steep mountains.
We take care of all logistics, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. From reserving hand-picked accommodations to offering GPS navigation, luggage transfers, and a personalized digital guidebook with detailed itineraries, we manage all the details so you can focus on the adventure.
Our dedicated on-call support guarantees everything runs smoothly, giving you peace of mind throughout your journey.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Self-guided cycling tours provide a flexible and independent way to explore the UK on two wheels. You can set your own pace, modify your schedule, and immerse yourself in the journey. Our team handles all logistics, including booking accommodations, providing detailed itineraries, GPS routes, and 24/7 support. This ensures a stress-free experience while giving you the freedom to discover the UK's scenic landscapes and cultural landmarks at your leisure.
First class company with a well planned route, great accommodation and simply outstanding support in time of trouble. We did a two week ride from Bled to Pula in September 2023. Fair to say we hit a lot of problems courtesy of BA with rescheduled and diverted flights, lost bags, problems with our own bikes, returning rental bikes and more. Daja was simply amazing in helping us sort all of them out and was so accessible at all hours. She even managed to source and buy a forgotten Thru-axle and deliver it personally to our hotel, which is far and above any service i would reasonably expect. Thank you !! Our accommodation was fantastic and far better than expected in all but one location. The route planning in Slovenia was great but due to our decision to bring road bikes from the UK and the nature of the roads in Croatia, our second week was a bit tricky route wise and it would have been good to have had a discussion about this section beforehand. A Gravel bike is far better suited to Croatia although this was our decision to bring road bikes. Transport arrangement and logistics were flawless. Overall, i would change very little and we will definitely be returning to Slovenia. Daja was fantastic and I absolutely recommend Slovenia Cycling Holidays and will be using their services again.
Top Company, Top Tour ! We did the 7 days tour (from Alps to Adriatic), from Bled to Piran in august 2024 ! It was the best tour made in years. Amazing landscapes and nature, great accommodations and food and perfectly organised. Daja did really a perfect job ! she was allways available for questions or suggestions ! I would recommend this tour to everyone.
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Self-guided
Those who like good adventure and limitless flexibility should go on a self-guided cycling holiday. It offers complete freedom, multiple detour opportunities, and exploration at your own pace without having to adapt to a group.
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