
England: Oxford & the Cotswolds
Self-Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 28 - 42 miles|
- Biking: 2 - 5 hours
Starting From
9-day Air Package
$4,195
6-day Bike Tour Only
$2,995
Per person, double occupancy
England: Oxford & the Cotswolds
Savor the unspoiled Cotswolds at your own pace during this inn-to-inn Self-Guided Bicycle Vacation as you travel through one of Britain’s most celebrated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Ride along rolling fields, stone walls, and ancient, tree-lined lanes through lovingly preserved villages of thatch-roofed cottages and historic pubs. Along the way, you’ll want to take some time to explore the splendors of Churchill’s Blenheim Palace and the all the beauty of Hidcote Gardens. You’ll visit the Shakespearean sites at Stratford-upon-Avon, and the historic market towns of Bourton-on-the-Water, Chipping Campden, and Moreton-in-Marsh. Your unforgettable self-guided bike trip will be framed by stays in Oxford and Bath.
Tour Highlights
- Explore Blenheim Palace, the stunning early 18th-century manor house, birthplace of Winston Churchill, and UNESCO World Heritage site
- Cycle the bucolic country lanes of the Cotswolds into cottage-lined villages that have not changed for centuries.
- Indulge in traditional and modern English fare—full English breakfasts, afternoon teas, pub lunches and farm-to-fork dining
- Explore the Roman, medieval, and 18th-century Georgian architecture in the historic center of Bath
- Pedal past filming locations of numerous television series such as Downton Abbey, Endeavour and Inspector Morse
What to Expect
- Daily Mileage: 28 - 42 miles|
- Biking: 2 - 5 hours
Cycling
Cyclists
System
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
May72º/49º
Jun79º/56º
Jul79º/59º
Aug81º/61º
Sep75º/55º
Oct63º/47º
Average
Precipitation:
May2.8 in
Jun2.5 in
Jul1.5 in
Aug2.6 in
Sep2.2 in
Oct2.7 in
Air Package | Tour Only |
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Roundtrip international airfare | ||
Detailed information for your independent travel to/from arrival and departure airports | ||
One night in Oxford and one night in Bath in conveniently located hotels with daily breakfast | ||
5 nights in charming in-town hotels | ||
7 meals: 7 breakfasts | ||
5 meals: 5 breakfasts |

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Step-Through (Mixte Hybrid) Comfort Bicycle
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Step-Over (Diamond) Comfort Bicycle
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Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
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Custom VBT bike, helmet, and bike bag
Welcome orientation and bike fitting with local host
Luggage transfers
Ride with GPS and daily route notes
VBT Road Book with destination information
24/7 support system
Flat kit and multi-tool
Your choice of VBT branded gear for your adventure
Accommodations (Please Note: Days are based on the Air Package Itinerary. Accommodations may vary depending on departure date. )

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