Lunch in the Cotswolds

Experience overview

The Cotswolds represent an area that is forever England, remaining seemingly unchanged with the passing of time. Rolling landscapes, dry stone walls, perpendicular churches, and sparkling clear streams fuse with tiny villages and hamlets with their charming limestone houses, tea shops, and inns. Your full-day guided tour of the Cotswolds begins in Burford, where the magnificent High Street slopes gently down to the River Windrush, lined with buildings showcasing every shade of Cotswold stone. You'll have time to browse the quaint shops and enjoy a cup of tea in one of the local tearooms before continuing south to the picturesque village of Bibury. Lunch beckons, and what better way to satisfy your appetite than with a delicious two-course meal in the Swan Hotel, nestled in the heart of Bibury. The hotel overlooks the River Coln, once described as the prettiest village in Britain by artist William Morris. The 17th-century former coaching inn serves a fabulous range of traditional dishes, all prepared using the finest local produce. In the afternoon, you'll explore Stow-on-the-Wold, a charming market town full of character and history. Your guide will lead a short walk through each village, sharing insights and stories before you rejoin the coach for your return journey to London. Please Note: Tour departs from the Victoria Coach (bus) Station. The coach station is an approximate 5-minute walk from the Victoria Train Station. This tour is intended for your pre/post-cruise experience. Please be advised that the tour departure location is approximately a 2-hour drive from the port. You must find your own way to the tour departure location (at your own expense). There are many options, such as taking a taxi, train, bus, or any combination of the above. The itinerary and sequence of visits may be adjusted for operational reasons.