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Cotswold Way | 9 Days

  • Hike the 100-mile Cotswold Way-one of England’s National Trails
  • Explore the pretty villages of the Cotswolds including Broadway and Stanton
  • Overnight in welcoming handpicked accommodations
  • Hike through picturesque villages, pretty gardens, and historic buildings
  • Visit the Roman Baths in the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath
Enjoy the Cotswold Way, one of England's finest National Trails over seven days of hiking. From Chipping Campden, the Cotswold Way explores the quintessential English countryside of the Cotswolds. A beautiful green landscape of rolling farmland, quiet woods, picturesque villages all steeped in history. As you follow the twisting trail south you pass through a succession of enchanting English villages, such as Broadway, Bourton-on-the-Water and Stanton. Each features typical Cotswold cottages, historic houses, welcoming country pubs and inviting shops. After 102 pleasant miles the Cotswold Way ends in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath, a truly delightful city.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Chipping Campden Day 2 Chipping Campden to Stanton 10.5 miles / 17 km Day 3 Stanton to Cleeve Hill 14 miles / 22.5 km Day 4 Cleeve Hill to Birdlip 15.5 miles / 24.5 km Day 5 Birdlip to Stonehouse 16.7 miles / 27 km Day 6 Stonehouse to Wotton-under-Edge 16.5 miles / 26.6 km Day 7 Wotton-under-Edge to Tormarton 15 miles / 24.2 km Day 8 Tormarton to Bath 17 miles / 27 km Day 9 Onward Travel
THIS TRIP'S CARBON SCORE

This trip has a carbon score of 15kg per person per night, meaning it’s one of our best trips! For comparison, a carbon count of 15kg is equivalent to 88.5 candy bars. Here at Macs, we pride ourselves on being a responsible travel company and continue to adopt, develop and innovate ways to positively impact the environment. Find out more information about how we've carbon counted our trips.

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  • Hiking in the Cotswolds

    The Cotswolds are world-famous for bustling market towns, beautiful villages, and stunning countryside. This short feature follows Mark and Sonia who spent their 30th wedding anniversary walking on a Macs Adventure hiking tour in the Cotswolds.

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  • Best Villages in the Cotswolds

    Rolling hills, honey-colored stone, and villages that feel frozen in time. In this video, we take you through some of the best villages in the Cotswolds - from postcard-perfect streets and historic market towns to peaceful riverside hamlets. Each stop showcases the quiet charm, rich history, and beautiful countryside that make the Cotswolds one of England’s most loved walking regions. The best part? You can visit these villages on our self-guided Cotswolds hiking or biking itineraries. With hand-picked accommodations, luggage transfers, and flexible routes, you’re free to explore at your own pace - on foot or by bike.

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  • The Volunteer Inn

    Volunteer Inn, a locally-run pub and inn where owner Mark and his team welcome guests with warmth, care, and unmistakable Cotswold charm. Nestled in the heart of Chipping Campden, this 17th-century inn combines traditional character with hearty pub meals, cozy rooms, and a friendly atmosphere that reflects the spirit of the local community. Just a short stroll from the town’s historic High Street, the Volunteer Inn is the perfect base for exploring the timeless beauty of the Cotswolds.

    Insider tip: Did you know that the team at the Volunteer Inn also moves your luggage across all our Cotswold trips?

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