The Cotswolds and Shakespeare Country Bike Tour

by Freedom Treks
Region
Cotswolds
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy to Moderate
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

A cycling tour through the heart of Shakespeare Country and the quintessentially English countryside of the Cotswolds. Starting and finishing in Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of the Bard, cycle a scenic route around rolling green hills and picturesque villages in this beautiful region. With fascinating visits to Warwick Castle and Blenheim Palace mixed with stops in the laid-back villages of Broadway and Stow on the Wold, this tour holds something for everyone.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in Stratford upon Avon

Arrival in Stratford upon Avon

Day 2: Stratford upon Avon to Broadway 20 miles (32km)

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Stratford upon Avon to Broadway 20 miles (32km)

Day 3: Loop ride through the Cotswolds from Broadway 29 miles (46km)

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Loop ride through the Cotswolds from Broadway 29 miles (46km)

Day 4: Broadway to Burford 23 miles (37km)

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Broadway to Burford 23 miles (37km)

Day 5: Burford to Stow on the Wold 23-45 miles (34-73km)

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Burford to Stow on the Wold 23-45 miles (34-73km)

Day 6: Stow on the Wold to Stratford upon Avon 30 miles (48km)

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Stow on the Wold to Stratford upon Avon 30 miles (48km)

Day 7: Loop ride to Warwick Castle 29 miles (47km)

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Loop ride to Warwick Castle 29 miles (47km)

Day 8: Departure from Stratford upon Avon

Departure from Stratford upon Avon

Accommodation & Services

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What's Included

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About the Cotswolds

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