The Cotswold Hills
June 3 - 12, 2027 | Maximum Group Size: 15 Participants | Availability: OPEN
Discover the timeless beauty of England on a journey that weaves together historic cities, storybook villages, and some of the nation’s most celebrated gardens. Begin in Windsor, where royal tradition and the grandeur of Windsor Castle set the stage for your adventure, before venturing to Oxford, with its iconic “dreaming spires,” cobbled lanes, and world-renowned colleges.
In the Cotswolds, meander through honey-colored villages like Upper and Lower Slaughter and Broadway, enjoy leisurely lunches in traditional country pubs, and explore gardens that have inspired generations—from the outdoor “rooms” of Hidcote and the cascading roses of Kiftsgate Court Gardens to the elegant landscapes of Barnsley House and the private gardens of Highgrove (subject to availability).
Along the way, experience the drama of Kenilworth Castle, the charm of Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon with a performance at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and the refined elegance of Bath’s Roman baths and Georgian streets. With guided tours, scenic drives, free time for independent discovery, and evenings steeped in English hospitality, this journey offers an unforgettable celebration of England’s history, beauty, and culture.
Tour at a Glance
June 3 – Depart U.S. for London
June 4 – Arrive Heathrow • Transfer to Windsor • Welcome dinner
June 5 – Oxford walking tour • Free time for museums & gardens • Transfer to Cotswolds • Dinner
June 6 – Scenic Cotswolds drive • Lunch at country pub • Hidcote & Kiftsgate Gardens • Evening at leisure
June 7 – Explore Slaughter, Broadway & Bourton-on-the-Water • Sudeley Castle & gardens • Evening free
June 8 – Bath walking tour • Free time for lunch • Cirencester: Corinium Museum & St. John’s Church • Afternoon & evening at leisure
June 9 – Highgrove Gardens • Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare’s Birthplace & Holy Trinity Church • Dinner at Dirty Duck • Royal Shakespeare Theatre performance
June 10 – Kenilworth Castle • Return to Windsor • Free afternoon • Dinner at hotel
June 11 – Windsor Castle • Free afternoon • Farewell drinks & dinner
June 12 – Transfer to Heathrow • Return flights to U.S.
*Once you have submitted the above registration form with your digital signature, a European Discoveries staff member will be in contact as soon as possible to process your deposit and welcome you to the tour.