This 5 day place-to-place journey takes in nearly 100 miles of picturesque English countryside, vibrant market towns and world-famous historic sites. From the edge of the Cotswolds all the way to the spectacular Windsor Castle, you'll enjoy four varied and relaxing days of cycling, riding from the highest navigable point on the River Thames and winding your way, largely on riverside paths, green cycleways and quiet country lanes, finishing lower down the Thames in the royal village of Windsor.
Early on you'll see the majestic Uffington White Horse, a prehistoric hill figure formed by deep trenches of white chalk, and cycle the nearby Ridgeway, an ancient track known as Britain's oldest road. More highlights follow as you enter the Chiltern Hills Natural Landscapes with lovely cycling lanes and chances to visit the Didcot Railway Centre, Wallingford Castle, and the 14th-century Greys Court Estate.
As you leave the Chilterns you arrive in historic Henley-upon-Thames, a beautiful market town world-famous for rowing and home to the Henley Royal Regatta. It provides yet another chance to cap a day of cycling with a cold drink at the river's edge, watching the sunset on punters along the Thames (or having a go yourselves).
The final day from Henley briefly re-enters the Chilterns countryside riding mostly along secluded cycle paths and waterways, where you can visit some beautiful towns on your way to Eton and Windsor, with a chance to visit Windsor Castle as well as the "Long Walk" and famous deer park.
This self-guided trip is for a minimum of 2 people and accommodation, luggage transfers and emergency backup are all included. Plentiful information on points of interest along the route, recommendations on places to eat, and more local info is provided, allowing you to relax and enjoy the ride, choosing where to spend more of your time exploring. Nothing could be simpler!
Routes have been carefully designed to allow plenty of time for a casual ride whether on hybrid bikes or e-bikes. This route, packed with history, visitor attractions and beautiful scenery is one best enjoyed slowly, making it a perfect choice for cyclists of all levels of experience.