Bath Christmas Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh

Duration9h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 16 travelers

Overview

The only Christmas Cotswolds tour to include Tetbury, Castle Combe and Bath from Stratford-upon-Avon and Moreton-in-Marsh! Available on select dates between mid-November and mid-December during Bath's Christmas Market.

Highlights:
- Take a Cotswolds day trip to historic Tetbury, beautiful Castle Combe and amazing Bath with us!
- Discover royal Tetbury, home to none other than the King of England!
- Explore unspoilt Castle Combe, known as the "prettiest village in England"
- Generous free time to discover the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath, with extra Christmas sparkle as it plays host to one of the biggest and best Christmas markets in England!

Tour includes pick-up from central Stratford-upon-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh railway station, enabling an easy connection by train London, Reading, Oxford, Worcester or Birmingham. Travel in style in our comfy Mercedes minibus, in small groups of up to 16 people.

Options

Moreton-in-Marsh 9.30AM

Pick up in Moreton-in-Marsh: If you select this option, your pick up point will be at Moreton-in-Marsh railway station at 9.30 AM (not 8.50AM).
Starting point:
Car Park Moreton In Marsh Station Station | APCOA, Station, Station Rd, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 0AA, UK

Stratford-upon-Avon 8.50AM

Pick up in Stratford-upon-Avon: If you select this option, your pick up point is Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal in Stratford-upon-Avon at 8.50 AM.
Starting point:
Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal, Windsor St, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6NL, UK

What's included

Pickup from Stratford-upon-Avon town centre (8.50AM) or Moreton-in-Marsh rail station (9.30AM)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Maps and recommendations
Local driver-guide

Entry fees to any attractions you may wish to visit in Bath
Gratuities
Food and drinks are not included - bring your own if you wish, but we suggest you enjoy discovering festive treats at Bath Christmas Market!

What to expect

Tetbury
1h

After collecting our passengers from Stratford-upon-Avon town centre (8.50AM) or Moreton-in-Marsh rail station (09.30), we'll embark on a beautiful countryside journey through the heart of the stunning Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Sit back and relax in our comfortable, executive class Mercedes minibus, boasting reclining coach-style seats, USB charging points, and panoramic windows, so everyone gets a great view! It takes around 1 hour to reach our first stop: the lovely Southern Cotswolds town of Tetbury. Shopping is deeply woven into the fabric of this historic town's past - just check out the ancient Market House, once used to sell wool and cloth, and still used as a market today. Hailed as the 'Antiques Capital of the Cotswolds, there are independent cafes and boutiques galore, as well as an official Highgrove Estate gift shop to purchase royal souvenirs. You'll also find pretty cottages, cobbled streets, an impressive church and surprising history. We love it!
Castle Combe
30m

A scenic 40-minute drive brings us from Tetbury to the picturesque Cotswold village of Castle Combe. You'll feel like you've stepped back in time as you wander the streets of tiny, unspoilt Castle Combe - often cited as the "prettiest village in England". Admire the photogenic bridge and historic Market Cross, pop into St Andrew's Church or grab a quick festive tipple at The Castle Inn. There's a lovely, magical festive atmosphere to enjoy here!
Bath
2h 30m

After your visit to Castle Combe, you'll hop back in the minibus and we'll whisk you off to the wonderful UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath. Bath is beautiful at any time of year, but it really sparkles at Christmas! You'll have a generous 2.5 hours to explore the city - but there's lots to see, so the time will whizz by! If traditional sightseeing is your thing, you might like to visit the famous Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, or the Jane Austen Centre while you're here (entry not included in the tour price). But don't miss Bath's Christmas Market - it's one of the biggest and best in the country! Hundreds of festive stalls line the city's streets, so if you're looking for Christmas gifts, you're in the right place! There is also lots of festive food and drink to be discovered - we're doing the driving, so have a glass of gluhwein and treat yourself. It's Christmas!
Moreton-in-Marsh
5m

For passengers who joined us at Moreton-in-Marsh, we return here to drop you off at approximately 6.00PM. If you prefer, we can also drop you off in Stratford-upon-Avon (approx 6.30PM), just let us know when you request to book. We hope you had a wonderful day!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

For departures from Moreton-in-Marsh rail station, please wait in front of the ticket office. Our minibus will arrive in the car park. Be ready to depart at 9.30 AM.
We'll email you on the day before the tour to tell you which of our minibuses to look out for, but you shouldn't be able to miss it!

Meeting point

For departures from Stratford-upon-Avon: Meet at Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal on Windsor Street. Be ready to depart at 8.50 AM.
We'll email you on the day before the tour to tell you which of our minibuses to look out for, but you shouldn't be able to miss it!

End point

For departures from Moreton-in-Marsh rail station, please wait in front of the ticket office. Our minibus will arrive in the car park. Be ready to depart at 9.30 AM.
We'll email you on the day before the tour to tell you which of our minibuses to look out for, but you shouldn't be able to miss it!

End point

For departures from Stratford-upon-Avon: Meet at Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal on Windsor Street. Be ready to depart at 8.50 AM.
We'll email you on the day before the tour to tell you which of our minibuses to look out for, but you shouldn't be able to miss it!

Additional information

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!
You'll probably be having too much fun at the Christmas market to visit any of Bath's attractions! However, if you wish to visit the famous Roman Baths or the Jane Austen Centre while you're here, we recommend you book these experiences in advance (choose timeslots between 13.45 and 14.30 and allow at least 1 hour for a visit). Attraction entry fees are not included in the price of this tour. For the Roman Baths, expect to pay approx. £19-25 per adult, and for the Jane Austen Centre, expect to pay around £15-20. Entry to Bath Abbey does not need to be pre-booked and costs approx £7.50 per adult.
Accessibility: Users of lightweight mobility equipment such as canes, walking frames and foldable manual wheelchairs are welcome on our tours, provided you can climb 3 steps to get on and off our minibus, multiple times during the tour. Lightweight, foldable manual wheelchairs can be stored in the luggage compartment of our minibus. We're sorry, we cannot accommodate wheelchair users who are unable to get in and out of their chair unassisted, nor can we accommodate any electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters.
You'll have plenty of free time to explore Bath, and you can be as active as you wish; however expect to be on your feet a lot.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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