England Cotswolds Walking & Hiking Tour

A Charming Village-to-Village Route

On this delightful Cotswolds walking tour, discover dreamy English countryside - rolling hills, hedgerow-lined fields, and postcard-pretty hamlets. Hike from village to village, taking detours to visit iconic sites. Indulge in some Shakespeare with a trip to Stratford-upon-Avon, take in England's grand history with a visit to the World Heritage Site of Blenheim Palace, and explore the beautiful town of Cirencester with its strong Roman influence. Other highlights include a prehistoric white horse carved into a hillside, Neolithic tombs, and sampling pints of the finest bitter - together making the perfect England hiking trip.

Hike through postcard-perfect English countryside, passing through villages such as Chipping Camden, Stow-in-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Blenheim Palace and the historic Roman town of Cirencester

Stay in welcoming country inns, offering character-filled accommodation and great meals

Why take this trip with us?

Reason #01

MT Sobek works only with expert local guides who take hikers deep into the heart of the English countryside and foster camaraderie at quaint inns.

Reason #02

This custom designed journey for MT Sobek features a visit to one of England's most famous towns, Stratford-upon-Avon, the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare.

Reason #03

Trekkers take in the prehistoric 'White Horse,' a 360-ft-long and 3,000-year-old hillside sculpture, the oldest such site in Britain.

Meet your guides

Pete Long

Pete has spent most of his life hillwalking and trekking around the globe. He has trekked in Nepal, Bolivia, Patagonia and Europe but loves hillwalking in his home country, particularly the Lake District. He's also gained many bushcraft skills on his travels and now utilizes his greatest interest and skills together in guiding others in the outdoors. Meet Pete on one of MT Sobek's incredible adventures in England.

Activities

Easy to moderate hikes through the pretty pastoral landscapes of the Cotswolds, paired with guided tours of historic sites and medieval market towns.

Lodging

Quintessential English inns and charming hotels in ancient buildings, featuring period details, modern amenities, and a welcoming ambience.

Climate

Mornings are cool and misty, while afternoons are clear and warm. Rain is common, but you can expect sunshine, too. Summer months can be quite warm.

FAQ

Who will meet me on arrival?

You will need to travel to the trip's starting point on your own. We will meet you in Oxford at 12pm on Day 1 to gather before boarding our vehicle to start the trip.

Can I wear hiking shoes or cross-trainers, or do I need hiking boots?

You can wear hiking shoes, but cross-trainers will probably get wet. The best footwear for this trip are water-proof walking shoes or lightweight hiking boots.

Can I skip a day of hiking on this trip?

Yes. If we are staying in the same hotel, you may simply relax at the hotel and explore the nearby villages. When we are changing hotels, you would ride with our guide in the minibus.

Will I have access to the support vehicle throughout the day?

Although we do have a support vehicle throughout the day, it is not always quickly accessible to the walkers.

What happens if it starts to rain?

We highly recommend that guests pack their rain gear in their day packs each day. There will be several opportunities to access the vehicle during each day.

Where do we eat lunch on this trip?

On this trip, lunches are either a great picnic lunch on the trail, prepared by your guides, or in a cozy pub along the way. All lunches are included on this trip.

Testimonials

"Great experience every time with some of the most knowledgeable guides in their fields. We always come home with wonderful memories of the people we meet and things we see."

Bob J.
MT Sobek Guest

"We have traveled throughout the world, but never experienced a level of service and attention to detail as we did with MT Sobek."

Dennis G.
MT Sobek Guest