There are places in this world that feel like they’ve been waiting for you. The Cotswolds in the Autumn is one of them. Step into a golden-hued dreamscape where honey-colored stone villages, historic manor houses, and crackling pub fires welcome you with open arms. This curated Autumn tour through the Cotswolds offers a blend of heritage, culinary indulgence, and countryside serenity.

With each day designed to move at a gentle, thoughtful pace, you'll immerse yourself in the Cotswolds' most picturesque corners just as Autumn sets them ablaze with color. This is more than a tour, it’s a seasonal reverie through one of England’s most enchanting landscapes.

• Visit the storybook village of Castle Combe, often called England’s prettiest village
• Indulge in a traditional afternoon tea 
• Dine in historic and award-winning establishments, including a Michelin-starred restaurant 
• Marvel at the autumnal beauty of Stourhead Gardens, a world-renowned landscape of lakes and temples
• Step into history at the romantic ruins of Old Wardour Castle
• Explore picture-perfect market towns like Malmesbury, Lacock, Corsham, and Stow-on-the-Wold
• Discover the legacy of William Morris with a visit to Kelmscott House
• Stroll the idyllic lanes of Arlington Row, a vision of England's rural past
• Enjoy an artisanal tasting at Daylesford Organic Farm, a highlight for food lovers
• Uncover lesser-known villages on a private guided tour
• Celebrate with a farewell dinner, gathering memories and friendships made along the way

Kyle, a seasoned travel guide with over two decades of industry experience, has dedicated her life to creating enriching and inspiring travel experiences for diverse groups. With a repertoire of leading thousands of travelers (yes thousands!), she possesses an intimate understanding of the transformative power of travel. Her journeys span across the picturesque locales of Europe and the US, underlining her vast travel experience and knowledge. Yet, with every tour, Kyle's heart for her guests remains the same: to ensure every individual returns home with a revitalized spirit, a broadened worldview, and cherished memories of newfound friendships.

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DAY ONE MON, OCT 19TH | Welcome to the Cotswolds

Your journey begins in Castle Combe, often hailed as England’s prettiest village. Stroll cobbled streets framed by ivy-clad cottages, where time has stood still since the medieval era. Later, enjoy a refined afternoon tea at the Manor House, a 14th-century country retreat, or opt for a cozy pint at a traditional village pub—each offering its slice of English charm. As the sun sets, we arrive in Malmesbury. Tonight’s dinner is at The Old Bell Hotel, England’s oldest hotel, where the atmosphere is as rich as the locally sourced dishes.

• Castle Combe village walk
• Afternoon tea or pub visit to get to know each other
• Welcome Drinks and Dinner

LIGHT WALKING: 2-4 MILES THROUGHOUT THE AFTERNOON, MODERATE STAIRS. BUS 45 MINS. SLEEP IN MALMESBURY

DAY TWO TUES, OCT 20TH | Wiltshire 

A day steeped in cinematic beauty and historic splendor. Begin with a visit to Stourhead Gardens, a masterpiece of 18th-century landscape design—lakes, grottoes, and temples nestled amid fiery autumn foliage. Next, journey to the romantic ruins of Old Wardour Castle, a hidden medieval gem enveloped in woodland and legend. In the evening, dine at a Michelin-starred treasure in Bruton, where the tasting menu is both an homage to the land and a celebration of seasonality.

• Stourhead’s autumnal gardens
• Explore Old Wardour Castle ruins
• Seasonal tasting menu at Michelin-starred restaurant 

LIGHT WALKING: 3-5 MILES THROUGHOUT THE DAY, MODERATE STAIRS. BUS 2 HOURS. SLEEP IN MALMESBURY

DAY THREE OCT 21ST (West Midlands) Linger at the hotel this morning. Later we will leave for Stratford upon Avon. You’ll take a guided tour before having time to explore on your own. Continue to afternoon to Hampton Manor. Built into the very walls of the Victorian Walled Garden, dine in what has been voted the UK’s number-one restaurant of 2023. This is a most immersive dining experience. It will delight your senses and leave your conversations enriched. The fifteen-course tasting menu is served from an open kitchen. It celebrates a revolution in growing and farming which Chef David Taylor believes is the key to unlocking flavor. Quietly underpinning every choice is a commitment to soil health, bio-diversity, ethics, and sustainability.

• Stratford upon Avon, guided tour and free time  
• A special dinner at a Michelin-star restaurant 
• Free Time: All morning and late afternoon on the manor estate

Light walking: 2-4 miles throughout the day. 2 hours coach. Sleep in Solihull. 

DAY FOUR THURS, OCT 22ND | Central Cotswolds 

Start your day in Bibury, a postcard-perfect village home to the iconic Arlington Row. Capture the serenity of the River Coln and the glow of golden stone under autumn skies. Then, step into design history at Kelmscott House, the former home of William Morris and a pilgrimage site for Arts & Crafts lovers. Check into the stylish and warm boutique inn where rustic luxury meets culinary finesse.

• Stroll through Bibury, viewing Arlington Row
• Visit a farm shop along the way
• Visit to Kelmscott House, William Morris' House

LIGHT WALKING: 2-4 MILES THROUGHOUT THE DAY, LIGHT HILLS AND STAIRS. BUS 1 HR.  SLEEP IN COTSWOLDS.

Friday, October 23 |  Northern Cotswolds 

Today, we wind through the northern reaches of the Cotswolds, discovering lesser-known yet breathtaking villages. Start in Stanton and Snowshill, where views and stillness are spellbinding. Stop for lunch in Stow-on-the-Wold, an antiques-lover’s paradise with excellent pubs and shops. Then on to Daylesford Organic Farm, where you’ll indulge in an artisanal food tasting. Cap the afternoon with a hidden village tour—a curated experience through the lesser-traveled corners of this region. Raise a glass at the Falkland Arms, a storybook inn, before returning to the hotel. Dinner is on your own tonight—perhaps a quiet meal at the inn, or a spontaneous culinary adventure.

• Stanton and Snowshill villages
• Free time: Stow-on-the-Wold for lunch and shopping 
• Visit Daylesford's organic farmshop for a food-tasting and exploring
• Pint at the Falkland Arms

MODERATE WALKING: 4-6 MILES THROUGHOUT THE DAY, MODERATE HILLS AND STAIRS. BUS 2 HR 45 MINS. SLEEP IN COTSWOLDS.

DAY SIX OCT 24TH (Southern Cotswolds) Free Day. Sleep in, linger over breakfast. Enjoy a countryside amble. Book a massage or beauty treatment at the onsite treatment room. A few ideas: A day trip to Blenheim Palace, visit Kelmscott Manor, home to William Morris, or visit other villages in The Cotswolds. Farewell feast together. 

• Free Day: The entire day is yours to do as you like
• Farewell Feast

No Bus. Sleep in Cotswolds.

DAY SEVEN OCTOBER 25TH (Departure Day) Departure breakfast. After an amazing 6 days together, it is time to leave. You will depart the hotel for the rail station in Oxford.