Cotswolds Day Tour

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  • Enjoy a scenic coach tour to Coatsworth, a day trip filled with history and natural beauty. Explore the magnificent Coatsworth Castle, stroll through charming local villages, and admire the picturesque countryside views. This guided tour offers a relaxing way to experience the area's rich heritage and stunning landscapes.

  • A day tour of the Cotswolds by coach typically includes highlights such as:

    • Visiting picturesque villages: Tours often stop at some of the most famous and charming Cotswold villages, including Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Burford.

    • Photo opportunities: You'll have time to take pictures of iconic sights like Arlington Row in Bibury and the stone bridges over the River Windrush in Bourton-on-the-Water.

    • Guided commentary: A knowledgeable guide provides information and stories about the history and culture of the region as you travel.

    • Free time for exploration: Tours generally include time to walk around the villages, browse local shops, or stop for a coffee or lunch.

    • Scenic drives: The coach journey itself is a highlight, as you travel through the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of the Cotswolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

  • Morning: Travel & Arrival

    • 7:00 AM: Depart from Leighton Buzzard.

    • 7:15 AM: Pick-up in Dunstable.

    • 7:30 AM: Pick-up in Luton.

    • 8:30 AM: Pick-up in Watford.

    • 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM: Scheduled 45-minute comfort and refreshment break at a motorway service station.

    Late Morning: First Cotswolds Stop

    • 11:00 AM - 12:45 PM: Arrive at your first Cotswolds destination, likely a village known for its charm, such as Bourton-on-the-Water. This village is often called the "Venice of the Cotswolds" due to the River Windrush flowing through its centre. You'll have approximately 1.5 hours to explore the picturesque bridges, browse the unique shops, and maybe visit a local tearoom.

    Lunchtime

    • 12:45 PM - 1:30 PM: Enjoy a leisurely lunch break. The coach will likely stop in a village with a good selection of pubs, cafes, and bakeries. This is a great opportunity to try some traditional Cotswolds food.

    Afternoon: Second & Third Cotswolds Stops

    • 1:45 PM - 3:15 PM: Travel to and explore your second village, perhaps a place like Broadway. This beautiful village is known for its wide main street lined with honey-coloured stone buildings and a range of art galleries and antique shops. You'll have around 1.5 hours to wander and take in the sights.

    • 3:30 PM - 5.15 PM: Your final village stop could be Stow-on-the-Wold, the highest of the Cotswold towns. It's famous for its market square and unique shops. This stop will give you a final hour or so to soak up the Cotswolds atmosphere before the journey home.

    Late Afternoon/Evening: Return Journey

    • 5:30 PM: Begin the journey back to Leighton Buzzard.

  • 55.00£

    What's Included:

    Transportation: The cost covers the coach travel to and from the destination.

    Pick-up and Drop-off Points: Tours often have designated pick-up, with drop-off at the same points.

    Free Time: These trips usually provide a few hours for you to explore your own.

    Driver/Guide: Some tours include a driver who also provides live commentary or a guide to offer information about the area.

  • What's Excluded:

    • Food and Drinks: As you noted, the cost does not include meals or beverages. There are cafes and pubs in the nearby village of West Lulworth.

    • Optional Activities: Any additional activities or entrance fees for other attractions (like Lulworth Castle) are not included.

    • Personal Expenses: Any other personal spending, such as souvenirs, is not covered.

  • Terms & Conditions

    1. Booking & Payment

    A full deposit is required to secure your booking.

    Bookings made at least two weeks in advance are eligible for a 10% early-bird discount.

    Full payment must be received before the tour departure.

    2. Cancellations by Client

    Cancellations made more than 14 days before the tour: full refund of the total deposit.

    Deposits made one week before the tour: if cancelled for any reason, the amount will be refunded after deducting 10%, or can be transferred to the next planned trip to the same or a different location.

    Cancellations within 48 hours of the tour: 50% of the total paid amount will be refunded.

    Cancellations within 14 days (without deposit conditions above): non-refundable.

    3. Cancellations by Company

    If the tour is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be issued, or an alternative date offered.

    The company reserves the right to modify or cancel tours due to extreme weather, natural hazards, or other safety concerns.

    4. Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all guests.Insurance should cover personal accident, illness, loss of personal belongings, and cancellations.

    5. Safety & Conduct

    Guests must follow all instructions from company staff and guides to ensure personal safety and the safety of others.

    Unsafe behaviour or failure to comply with instructions may result in removal from the tour without refund.

    Company staff are trained in first aid and emergency procedures, and vehicles are equipped with safety kits.

    6. Fitness & Accessibility

    Moderate walking and mobility are required on most tours.

    Guests must notify the company in advance of any mobility, health, or accessibility requirements.

    The company will make reasonable efforts to accommodate special needs, but cannot guarantee full access to all locations.

    7. Children & Dependents

    A responsible adult must accompany children at all times.

    Parents or guardians are responsible for the supervision and safety of children during the tour.

    8. Weather & Environmental Conditions

    Tours operate in most weather conditions.

    Itineraries may be adjusted for comfort and safety, including rerouting or modifying activities.

    The company is not responsible for delays or disruptions caused by natural or environmental events.

    9. Liability & Legal Compliance

    Participation in tours is at the guest’s own risk.

    The company accepts no liability for personal injury, loss, or damage, except as required under UK law, including the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018.

    Guests are responsible for their belongings and valuables throughout the tour.

    10. Staff Safety

    Guests must respect and cooperate with all company staff and guides to ensure the safety of both personnel and participants.

    Any aggressive, abusive, or threatening behaviour toward staff will result in immediate removal from the tour without refund.

    The company follows strict health and safety protocols, including vehicle maintenance, emergency procedures, and risk assessments for all activities.

    11. Health & Infectious Diseases (including Covid-19)

    Guests must not attend the tour if experiencing symptoms of contagious illness.

    The company may implement additional health and safety measures in line with government guidance.

    Guests failing to comply with health protocols may be refused participation.