Southern Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon / Moreton-in-Marsh
On this small group tour, embark on a journey through the wilder, sparser southern Cotswolds. Admire countryside views, discover ‘royal’ Tetbury, and step back in time in tiny Castle Combe. You'll explore the amazing World Heritage City of Bath, too!
After collecting our guests from Stratford-upon-Avon (08.50) or Moreton-in-Marsh (09.30), we'll travel to Tetbury. This small, pretty and typically Cotswold market town is known for its quaint streets, historic market hall and great shopping - especially if you're into antiques. King Charles III lives at the nearby Highgrove Estate!
From Tetbury, it's on to the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath. First, we’ll make a quick photo stop at the iconic Royal Crescent. Then, we’ll drop you in the centre of Bath for 2 hours 45 minutes of free time to explore with maps we’ll provide. Grab lunch on the go so you can see as much as possible!
Lastly, explore idyllic Castle Combe, consistently ranked as the “prettiest village in England”!
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Southern Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon / Moreton-in-Marsh
What's included in Southern Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon / Moreton-in-Marsh
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Stratford-upon-Avon
Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal in Stratford-upon-Avon is the first of our two pick up points. If you select our Stratford-upon-Avon pick up point, meet here at 08.45, ready for departure at 08.50.
Moreton-in-Marsh
A 30 minute journey through the pretty Warwickshire Cotswolds countryside brings us to Moreton-in-Marsh, the second of our pick up points. If you select our Moreton-in-Marsh pick up location, please wait in the car park outside the ticket office at Moreton-in-Marsh railway station. The tour departs, and officially begins, here at 9.30AM.
Tetbury
After a pretty 45-minute journey from Moreton-in-Marsh, we'll arrive in the Southern Cotswold market town of Tetbury - a beautiful and historic must-see location. Tetbury's quaint streets include the picturesque 'Chipping Steps' and are home to numerous independent shops, cafes, tea-rooms and -especially - antiques shops! Fans of the British Royal Family are in for a treat here - King Charles and Queen Camilla live at Tetbury's Highgrove Estate! A Highgrove Estate shop is here for all your royal souvenirs!
Inclusions
- Pickup from Stratford-upon-Avon town centre (8.50AM) or Moreton-in-Marsh rail station (9.30AM)
- Souvenir booklets with maps, photos and information
- Travel the back roads in a spacious, comfortable, 16-seater Mercedes minibus
- Fun, friendly, local driver-guide to share stories and enhance your day
- Food and drink - please bring your own, or money for food and drink on the go
- Entry fees to attractions in Bath (but attractions are entirely optional)
- Gratuities
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There are two pick-up points for this tour: Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal, Stratford-upon-Avon – Departure at 08:50; Moreton-in-Marsh Rail Station – Departure at 09:30. Please note your ticket may display the tour start time as 08:50, regardless of your chosen pick-up location. However, if you selected Moreton-in-Marsh, your actual departure time is 09:30. Kindly arrive at least 5 minutes before your scheduled departure.
- Look out for our friendly guide in Go Cotswolds uniform, driving a large white minibus with green and purple Go Cotswolds branding—you won’t miss us!
- Double-check your selected pick-up point. Occasionally, we don’t stop at both, so arriving at the wrong location could result in being left behind. To change your pick-up point, please log in to your account to update your booking. Need help choosing the best option? Contact us!
- If you are arriving in Moreton-in-Marsh by train, the train arriving at approximately 09:17–09:20 is ideal. It’s a small station, and it’s just a 1–2 minute walk to the car park where your guide will meet you.
- If you are arriving in Stratford-upon-Avon by train, note that our pick-up point is a 5–10 minute walk from the station. Please note that on Sundays, there are no trains arriving before the tour departs.
- Uber and similar services are not widely available in the Cotswolds, and local taxis can be difficult to book last minute. We strongly recommend booking taxis in advance or using public transport where possible.
- If you're not at your pick-up point on time (08:50 in Stratford-upon-Avon, 09:30 in Moreton-in-Marsh) and we can't contact you, the tour will depart without you. Make sure we have your correct mobile number with international dial code before your tour.
- After the tour, please plan any onward travel as follows: from Moreton-in-Marsh: After 18:00; from Stratford-upon-Avon: After 18:30. Kindly note this return time is a little later than some of Go Cotswolds' other tours!
- We have plenty of secure luggage space on board our vehicles, though please note our guides may not be able to assist with very heavy luggage
- Children aged 3–15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sorry, no children under 3.
- Tours run in all but dangerous weather—please dress appropriately!
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please wait in the car park front of the ticket office at Moreton-in-Marsh train station. Arrive at 09.25 and be ready to depart at 09.30. Look out for a big white, green and purple Mercedes minibus, driven by one of our friendly guides in Go Cotswolds uniform. You shouldn't be able to miss us!
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
You don't need to print your ticket - please just have it handy on your mobile phone and be prepared to show it to your guide if requested.
