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England: The Cornwall Coast
Self-Guided Walking
Subtropical beaches might not be the first thing you think of when picturing England, but Cornwall is full of surprises. Among the turquoise waters of the Cornish coast, you’ll find smooth beaches, sultry palm trees, and high-end seaside hotels.
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England: The Cotswolds
Self-Guided Walking
If you’re looking for a private vacation in England’s famous Cotswolds region with stays in truly lovely, high-class hotels, this self-guided adventure is for you! Some days, you’ll walk from inn to superb inn—enjoying charming English hotels dripping with history, high-end amenities, and quintessential British character.
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England: Bath & the Cotswolds
Guided Walking
They say the beauty of England’s Cotswolds region is second to none—and nobody delivers the authentic Cotswolds like Country Walkers. Our local leaders bring the Cotswolds to life through hidden nooks, delightful walks, and the quintessential charm of English hospitality.
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England: Cornwall & the South West Coast Path
Guided Walking
From the rugged cliffs and charming fishing villages of the north, to the white sand beaches and aquamarine waters of Cornwall’s serene south, we designed this unique walking vacation to explore all four corners of Cornwall’s famous South West Coast Path.
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England: Bath & the Cotswolds
Guided Biking
There’s no need to hurry through England’s Cotswolds—this well-paced cycling vacation gives you time to savor the journey. From the moment you meet your local trip leaders, you’ll feel right at home in this bucolic countryside of rose gardens, thatched-roof cottages, and green meadows dotted with white lambs.
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England: Oxford & the Cotswolds
Self-Guided Biking
Savor the unspoiled Cotswolds at your own pace during this inn-to-inn self-guided biking tour through one of Britain’s most celebrated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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England & Scotland: Lake District to Edinburgh
Guided Biking
If you’re looking for a cycling trip to England and Scotland that takes you far from the madding crowd, this is the one! With VBT’s insider access to remote corners of the British Isles, we’ll lead you over hill and dale through some of the most coveted regions of England and Scotland.
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Guided Biking
Starting from 6 days at
$4,645
There’s no need to hurry through England’s Cotswolds—this well-paced cycling vacation gives you time to savor the journey. From the moment you meet your local trip leaders, you’ll feel right at home in this bucolic countryside of rose gardens, thatched-roof cottages, and green meadows dotted with white lambs.
England: Oxford & the Cotswolds
Self-Guided Biking
Starting from 5 days at
$2,945
Savor the unspoiled Cotswolds at your own pace during this inn-to-inn self-guided biking tour through one of Britain’s most celebrated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
England & Scotland: Lake District to Edinburgh
Guided Biking
Starting from 7 days at
$5,595
If you’re looking for a cycling trip to England and Scotland that takes you far from the madding crowd, this is the one! With VBT’s insider access to remote corners of the British Isles, we’ll lead you over hill and dale through some of the most coveted regions of England and Scotland.
Guided Walking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,395
They say the beauty of England’s Cotswolds region is second to none—and nobody delivers the authentic Cotswolds like Country Walkers. Our local leaders bring the Cotswolds to life through hidden nooks, delightful walks, and the quintessential charm of English hospitality.
Self-Guided Walking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,395
If you’re looking for a private vacation in England’s famous Cotswolds region with stays in truly lovely, high-class hotels, this self-guided adventure is for you! Some days, you’ll walk from inn to superb inn—enjoying charming English hotels dripping with history, high-end amenities, and quintessential British character.
Self-Guided Walking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,845
Subtropical beaches might not be the first thing you think of when picturing England, but Cornwall is full of surprises. Among the turquoise waters of the Cornish coast, you’ll find smooth beaches, sultry palm trees, and high-end seaside hotels.
Discover England
England is a place where the past feels very much alive. From the rich artistic, literary, and military history of London to centuries-old manors nestled among ancient farmlands and prehistoric sites like Stonehenge, travelers can both get lost in history and discover modern delights on this verdant island.
English towns and cities contain a wealth of cultural highlights, from Gothic cathedrals to modern museums and landmarks known the world over. Equally enthralling is the iconic countryside, where the country’s rural past lives on in protected lands and the public pathways that meander through them.
With thousands of miles of footpaths and bridleways, England makes the ideal setting for a bike tour. Clusters of quaint, countryside villages sprinkled throughout acres of rural scenery invite travelers to meander between them and stop for authentic cultural experiences. Start your day wandering through rolling emerald hills with grazing sheep as your walking companions, and wind down with a relaxing meal by the fireplace in a warm, friendly pub.
From castles to country houses, arboretums to museums, fine dining to cozy pubs—there’s something for everyone on a biking tour in England.
Country Highlights
- Marvel at breathtaking vistas along the famed Cotswold Way and Monarch’s Way, traversing bucolic pastureland dotted with sheep and small wooded glens.
- Walk into 17th-century market towns, where wool, yarn, and farm produce were traded and sold for centuries.
- Pass Highgrove House, the family residence of Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall.
- Visit Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Winston Churchill and home to 2,000 acres of magnificently landscaped grounds.
Pub Culture
British pubs are so much more than a place to grab a pint. They function as community centers in both small towns and cities alike. Enjoy the company of locals of all ages and backgrounds as you grab a seat at the bar or perhaps claim a comfy chair by a roaring fire. Catch snippets of conversations about daily life, or join in and make some local friends!
Royal England
Interest in the British Royal family has been firmly entrenched across the pond. Royal wedding watchers and history buffs alike will delight in visiting Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and the Tower of London. Outside of London there are plenty of Royal attractions as well, from the Queen’s Norfolk retreat at Sandringham to Althorp House, the ancestral home of Diana, Princess of Wales.
Tea Time
Elevenses, afternoon tea, cream tea, high tea… there are plenty of opportunities throughout the day to partake in the iconic English tradition of tea time. Whether you sit down to a formal service in a tearoom complete with finger sandwiches and pastries, or simply order a cuppa with a scone in the morning, you’ll soon learn why the English are so passionate about their tea.
Self-Guided tour with my friend, it was amazing, Ride-with-GPS was perfect, did not get lost anywhere. Ride Inn to Inn, picturesque villages, stone houses, just like Downtown Abbey. Felt very safe every day, Pubs and food were delicious. We had no problem with our bikes, it was a perfect trip! Note there was no leaders on this Self-Guided tour but the VBT local host that set up our bikes and make sure our luggage was delivered at every Inn was great, very helpful and friendly.
England: Oxford & the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds are beautiful, and often when cycling through the quiet, small villages you feel you've stepped back in time. We were able to take our time at a couple of wonderful gardens along the route. The trip should be rated more accurately as moderate, not easy. There are some serious hills. There were some initial glitches with the starting point of the self-guided trip. The hotel we were supposed to meet at, according to the written guide, was not the correct hotel, and when we asked about storing our bags there while we rode, they had no idea what we were talking about. We were not offered a "warm-up ride" as with guided trips, and I found my bike was not fitted well for me after a short time, and had to complete the first day with an uncomfortable fit. The local rep took care of it the next day by adding a stem to the bars. One of the hotels had a lot of character but no air conditioning, and the room was very small. In spite of these issues, overall we had a memorable trip cycling through the Cotswolds.
England: Oxford & the Cotswolds
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